Material Safety Data Sheet
1'8 DIAZAFLUORENE-9-ONE (DFO)
SECTION 1- IDENTITY
NAME ADDRESS
Arrowhead Forensics 14400 College Blvd., Lenexa, KS 66215
TELEPHONE FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONTACT: DATE PREPARED:
(913)894-8388 January 1, 2009
COMMON NAME (USED ON LABEL) CHEMICAL FAMILY:
DFO N/A (Chemical mixture)
CHEMICAL NAME: FORMULA: TRADE NAME & SYNONYMS:
Does Not Apply Does not apply 1'8 DIAZAFLUORENE-9-ONE (DFO)
SECTION 2- HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
HAZARDOUS COMPONENT CAS# TLV PEL
METHANOL 67-56-1 200 ppm 200 ppm
ETHYL ACETATE 141-78-6 400 ppm 400 ppm
ACETIC ACID 64-19-7 25 mg/M3 25 mg/M3
PETROLEUM ETHER 8032-32-4 300 ppm 300 ppm
HEPTANE 142-82-5 400 ppm 400 ppm
METHYLCYCLOHEXANE 108-87-2 400 ppm 400 ppm
PEL: Permissible Exposure Limit established by Occupational Safety and Health Administration
TLV: Threshold Limit Value established by the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
PHYSICAL DATA
BOILING POINT: SPECIFIC GRAVITY: VAPOR PRESSURE: VAPOR DENSITY:
200F (Heptane) 0.699 @ 60F (Heptane) 45mm @ 50C (Heptane) 3.4 (Heptane)
PERCENT VOLATILE (VOL) SOLUBILITY (WATER) REACTIVITY IN WATER: EVAPORATION RATE:
90%+ Miscible None High
APPEARANCE AND ODOR:
A clear fluid, odor of alcohol, HIGHLY FLAMMABLE (Heptane)
SECTION 4- FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
FLASH POINT: AUTO IGNITION TEMPERATURE FLAMMABLE LIMITS IN AIR (% by VOLUME)
15F (Heptane) 475F (Heptane) LOWER: 1% (Heptane) UPPER: 7% (Heptane)
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:
Water Spray, Carbon Dioxide, or dry chemical powder
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS:
Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES:
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing
CONTINUED ON REVERSE SIDE
The above information is believed to be correct, but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. Arrowhead Forensics &
Crime Scene Supply , Incorporated shall not be held liable for any damage or injury to any party, or second party, or bystander resulting from the
use, handling, or from contact with the above product..
MSDS PAGE 2 1'8 DIAZAFLUORENE-9-ONE (DFO) MSDS PAGE 2
SECTION 5- HEALTH INFORMATION
PRIMARY ROUTES OF EXPOSURE
Inhalation, ingestion, or absorption through skin
SIGNS & SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
1: ACUTE OVEREXPOSURE:
May cause eye, skin, or respiratory irritation
2: CHRONIC OVEREXPOSURE:
Possible mutagenic effects, possible carcinogen
MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE:
May cause eye, skin, or respiratory irritation
CHEMICAL /COMPONENT LISTED AS CARCINOGEN OR POTENTIAL CARCINOGEN:
None
OTHER EXPOSURE LIMITS:
Not established
EMERGENCY & FIRST AID PROCEDURES:
EYES: Flush with cool tap water for at least 15 minutes
SKIN: Wash thoroughly with warm water and soap
RESPIRATORY: Remove to fresh air, if distress continues, administer oxygen and contact physician
INGESTION: Drink large amounts of water, do not induce vomiting, rinse mouth with water
IN ALL CASES IF IRRITATION OR DISTRESS PERSISTS, CONTACT PHYSICIAN OR NEAREST POISON CONTROL CENTER
SECTION 6- REACTIVITY DATA
STABILITY: CONDITIONS TO AVOID:
Stable Ignition sources, high temperatures
INCOMPATIBILITY (MATERIALS TO AVOID)
Strong Oxidizers, Strong acids
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:
Toxic Fumes of carbon Monoxide, Carbon Dioxide, and Nitrogen Oxides under fire conditions, Ethyl Acetate reacts explosively with Aluminum
Hydride
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: CONDITIONS TO AVOID (POLYMERIZATION)
Will not occur Not applicable for polymerization
SECTION 7- SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS LEAKED OR SPILLED:
Eliminate all sources of ignition. Wear protective equipment. For small spills, absorb on paper towels, evaporate in fume hood. Burn the
absorbed material in an incinerator.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD:
Dispose of wastes in accordance with current Federal, State, and Local codes and guidelines.
SECTION 8- PERSONAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:
In cases where dusts or powders exist- use NIOSH/MSHA Approved Organic Vapor Respirator
VENTILATION:
Room ventilation is expected to be adequate except during spills or fires, However additional ventilation is recommended.
PROTECTIVE GLOVES:
Chemical resistant gloves
EYE PROTECTION:
Suggested when the potential of splashes or contact with the eyes or face is possible
OTHER PROTECTIVE CLOTHING OR EQUIPMENT:
An eye wash fountain and safety shower should be readily available where the potential for splashes or eye contact with the reagent exists
SECTION 9- SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORING:
Store and handle according to package and MSDS directions. Store in cool, well-ventilated area. Keep away from reactive materials and away
from fire hazard or source of ignition.
OTHER PRECAUTIONS:
Do not ingest, get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Avoid breathing dust or vapor. Wash thoroughly after handling.
TRANSPORTATION
Shipping Name: Heptane Solution Hazard Class: 3 UN# 1206 Packing Group: ll Flammable Liquid
The above information is believed to be correct, but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. Arrowhead Forensics &
Crime Scene Supply, Incorporated shall not be held liable for any damage or injury to any party, or second party, or bystander resulting from the
use, handling, or from contact with the above product..
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