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Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification |
MSDS Name: Tetrabutylphosphonium bromide, 98%
Catalog Numbers:
AC183010000, AC183010250, AC183011000
Synonyms:
Tetra-N-butylphosphonium bromide
Company Identification:
Acros Organics N.V.
One Reagent Lane
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
For information in North America, call: 800-ACROS-01
For emergencies in the US, call CHEMTREC: 800-424-9300
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Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients
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| CAS# |
Chemical Name |
Percent |
EINECS/ELINCS |
| 3115-68-2 |
Tetrabutylphosphonium bromide |
98 | 221-487-8 |
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Section 3 - Hazards Identification
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EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Appearance: white to cream crystalline powder.
Caution! Toxic. May be fatal if absorbed through
the skin. Causes severe eye and skin irritation. Harmful if
swallowed. May be harmful if inhaled. Hygroscopic (absorbs moisture
from the air).
Target Organs: No data found.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes severe eye irritation and possible burns.
Skin:
May be fatal if absorbed through the skin. Causes severe skin
irritation and possible burns.
Ingestion:
Causes gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and
diarrhea. May be harmful if swallowed.
Inhalation:
May be harmful if inhaled. Causes irritation of the mucous membrane
and upper respiratory tract.
Chronic:
No information found.
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Section 4 - First Aid Measures
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Eyes:
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid imme
diately.
Skin:
Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of
water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing
and shoes.
Ingestion:
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical
aid immediately. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert,
rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Inhalation:
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh
air immediately. Do not use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation if victim
ingested or inhaled the substance; induce artificial respiration with
the aid of a pocket mask equipped with a one-way valve or other
proper respiratory medical device.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
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Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
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General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases
may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion.
Extinguishing Media:
Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam.
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Explosion Limits, Lower:Not available.
Upper: Not available.
NFPA Rating:
(estimated) Health: 2; Flammability: 0; Instability: 0
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Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
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General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Wash area with soap and water. Clean up spills immediately,
observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Sweep up,
then place into a suitable container for disposal. Avoid generating
dusty conditions. Provide ventilation.
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Section 7 - Handling and Storage
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Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Do
not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Keep container tightly
closed. Do not ingest or inhale. Keep from contact with moist air and
steam. Do not breathe dust or fumes.
Storage:
Keep containers tightly closed. Store protected from moisture. Store
in a cool, dry area away from incompatible substances.
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Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
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Engineering Controls:
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped
with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate
ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits
| Chemical Name |
ACGIH |
NIOSH |
OSHA - Final PELs |
| Tetrabutylphosphonium bromide
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none listed
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none listed
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none listed
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OSHA Vacated PELs:
Tetrabutylphosphonium bromide:
No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.
Personal Protective Equipment
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:
A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29
CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European
Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace
conditions warrant respirator use.
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Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
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Physical State: Crystalline powder
Appearance: white to cream
Odor: None reported.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Vapor Density: Not available.
Evaporation Rate:Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point:100.00 - 103.00 deg C
Decomposition Temperature:Not available.
Solubility: ca 70% (forming syrup with 10-15%)
Specific Gravity/Density:Not available.
Molecular Formula:C16H36BrP
Molecular Weight:339.33
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Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
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Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, moisture.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Phosphine, carbon monoxide, oxides of phosphorus, carbon dioxide,
hydrogen bromide, bromine fumes, palladium.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
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Section 11 - Toxicological Information
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RTECS#:
CAS# 3115-68-2:
TA2417000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 3115-68-2:
Draize test,
rabbit, eye: 100 uL/24H Severe;
Draize test, rabbit, skin: 500 mg
Severe;
Inhalation, rat: LC50 = >3
mg/m3/1H;
Oral, rat: LD50 = 420
mg/kg;
Skin, rabbit: LD50 = 197
mg/kg;
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Carcinogenicity:
CAS# 3115-68-2:
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
Epidemiology:
No information found
Teratogenicity:
No information found
Reproductive Effects:
No information found
Mutagenicity:
No information found
Neurotoxicity:
No information found
Other Studies:
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Section 12 - Ecological Information
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Ecotoxicity:
No data available.
No information available.
Environmental:
No data available.
Physical:
No data available.
Other:
None.
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Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
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Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified
as a hazardous waste.
US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3.
Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to
ensure complete and accurate classification.
RCRA P-Series: None listed.
RCRA U-Series: None listed.
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Section 14 - Transport Information
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US DOT |
Canada TDG |
| Shipping Name: |
TOXIC SOLIDS, ORGANIC, N.O.S. |
No information available. |
| Hazard Class: |
6.1 |
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| UN Number: |
UN2811 |
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| Packing Group: |
III |
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Section 15 - Regulatory Information
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US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 3115-68-2 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
Health & Safety Reporting List
None of the chemicals are on the Health & Safety Reporting List.
Chemical Test Rules
None of the chemicals in this product are under a Chemical Test Rule.
Section 12b
None of the chemicals are listed under TSCA Section 12b.
TSCA Significant New Use Rule
None of the chemicals in this material have a SNUR under TSCA.
CERCLA Hazardous Substances and corresponding RQs
None of the chemicals in this material have an RQ.
SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances
None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.
Section 313
No chemicals are reportable under Section 313.
Clean Air Act:
This material does not contain any hazardous air pollutants.
This material does not contain any Class 1 Ozone depletors.
This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.
Clean Water Act:
None of the chemicals in this product
are listed as Hazardous Substances under the CWA.
None of the chemicals in this
product are listed as Priority Pollutants under the CWA.
None of the chemicals in this
product are listed as Toxic Pollutants under the CWA.
OSHA:
None of the chemicals in this product
are considered highly hazardous by OSHA.
STATE
CAS# 3115-68-2 is not present on
state lists from CA, PA, MN, MA, FL, or NJ.
California Prop 65
California No Significant Risk Level:
None of the chemicals in this product are listed.
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols:
XN
Risk Phrases:
R 21 Harmful in contact with skin.
R 36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
Safety Phrases:
S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of
water and seek medical advice.
S 28A After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water
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WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 3115-68-2: No information available.
Canada - DSL/NDSL
CAS# 3115-68-2 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
Canada - WHMIS
This product has a WHMIS classification of D1B.
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard
criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS
contains all of the information required by those regulations.
Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List
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Section 16 - Additional Information
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MSDS Creation Date: 7/12/1999
Revision #3 Date: 10/03/2005
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