| [Flash Point] 157 | |
| [Fire Fighting] Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam. | |
| [Fire Potential] Non-combustible, substance itself does not burn but may decompose upon heating to produce corrosive and/or toxic fumes. | |
| [Ingestion] Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately. | |
| [Inhalation] Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. | |
| [Skin] Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. | |
| [Eyes] Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately. | |
| [Storage] Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. | |
| [Handling] Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use only in a well ventilated area. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Do not ingest or inhale. | |
| [Ingestion] May cause severe gastrointestinal tract irritation with nausea, vomiting and possible burns. | |
| [Inhalation] Effects may be delayed. May cause severe respiratory tract irritation. May cause burns to the respiratory tract. | |
| [Skin] Causes skin burns. Effects may be delayed. | |
| [Eyes] Causes eye burns. | |
| [Hazards] Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas. | |
| [EC Risk Phrase] R 22 34 | |
| [EC Safety Phrase] S 26 36/37/39 45 | |
| [UN (DOT)] 3263 | |
| [Personal Protection] Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure. | |
| [Respirators] Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary. | |
| [Poison Class] 3 | |
| [Appearance] Slightly yellow solid. | |
| [Solubility in water] Very soluble | |
| [Boiling Point] 263 | |
| [Vapor Pressure] 0.02 (25 C) | |
| [Density] 1.0416 g/cm3 (14.3 C) | |
| [pKa/pKb] 6.51 (pKb) | |
| [Partition Coefficient] .38 | |
| [Heat Of Vaporization] 48.1 kJ/mol | |
| [Refractive Index] 1.5037 (14 C) | |
| [Product Name] 4-Methylimidazole | |
| [Synonyms] 4(5)-Methylimidazole | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_822-36-6.htm">822-36-6 | |
| [Formula] C4H6N2 | |
| [Molecular Weight] 82.1 | |
| [EINECS] 212-497-3 | |
| [RTECS] NI7350000 | |
| [RTECS Class] Tumorigen | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] 1453 | |
| [Beilstein Reference] 5-23-05-00089 | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a suitable clean, dry, closed container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions. | |
| [Incompatibilities] Acids, acid chlorides, acid anhydrides, strong oxidizing agents. | |
| [Stability] No data. | |
| [Decomposition] Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide. | |
| [Combustion Products] Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. | |
| [UN Number] 3263 | |
| [Hazard Class] 8 | |
| [Packing Group] I; II; III |
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