SIGMA-ALDRICH
Material Safety Data Sheet
Date Printed: 07/JUN/2005
Date Updated: 14/MAR/2004
Version 1.1
According to 91/155/EEC
Classified as Hazardous according to the criteria of EU Annex 1 and
NOHSC.
1 - Product and Company Information
Product Name FERROCENE, 98%
Product Number F408
Company Sigma-Aldrich Pty. Ltd.
12 Anella Avenue
Castle Hill NSW 2154
Technical Phone # +61 2 9841 0555 (1800 800 097)
Fax +61 2 9841 0500 (1800 800 096)
Emergency Phone # +44 8701906777 (1800 448 465)
2 - Composition/Information on Ingredients
Product Name CAS # EC no Annex I
Index Number
FERROCENE 102-54-5 203-039-3 None
Formula C10H10Fe
Molecular Weight 186.04 AMU
Synonyms Biscyclopentadienyliron * Catane *
Di-2,4-cyclopentadien-1-yliron *
Dicyclopentadienyl iron (ACGIH:OSHA) * Ferrotsen
* Iron bis(cyclopentadiene) * Iron
dicyclopentadienyl
3 - Hazards Identification
SPECIAL INDICATION OF HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND THE ENVIRONMENT
Highly flammable. Harmful if swallowed.
4 - First Aid Measures
AFTER INHALATION
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give
artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
AFTER SKIN CONTACT
In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious
amounts of water.
AFTER EYE CONTACT
In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with copious amounts
of water for at least 15 minutes.
AFTER INGESTION
If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is
conscious. Call a physician.
5 - Fire Fighting Measures
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Suitable: Water spray. Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or
appropriate foam.
SPECIAL RISKS
Specific Hazard(s): Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.
SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIREFIGHTERS
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing
to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
6 - Accidental Release Measures
PROCEDURE(S) OF PERSONAL PRECAUTION(S)
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, rubber boots, and heavy
rubber gloves.
METHODS FOR CLEANING UP
Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Avoid
raising dust. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material
pickup is complete.
7 - Handling and Storage
HANDLING
Directions for Safe Handling: Avoid inhalation. Do not get in
eyes, on skin, on clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure.
STORAGE
Conditions of Storage: Keep tightly closed. Store in a cool dry
place.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Heat sensitive.
8 - Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Safety shower and eye bath. Mechanical exhaust required.
GENERAL HYGIENE MEASURES
Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash contaminated clothing before
reuse.
EXPOSURE LIMITS - GERMANY
Source Type Value
TRGS 900 OEL 5 mg/m3, E
Remarks: NL
EXPOSURE LIMITS - SWITZERLAND
Source Type Value
OEL OEL 10 mg/m3
Remarks: E
EXPOSURE LIMITS - UNITED KINGDOM
Source Type Value
OEL OEL 10 mg/m3
OEL STEL 20 mg/m3
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Respiratory Protection: Government approved respirator.
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Hand Protection: Rubber gloves.
Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles.
9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance Form: Fine crystals
Property Value At Temperature or Pressure
pH N/A
BP/BP Range 249 藲C 760 mmHg
MP/MP Range 172 藲C
Flash Point N/A
Flammability N/A
Autoignition Temp N/A
Oxidizing Properties N/A
Explosive Properties N/A
Explosion Limits N/A
Vapor Pressure N/A
SG/Density N/A
Partition Coefficient N/A
Viscosity N/A
Vapor Density N/A
Saturated Vapor Conc. N/A
Evaporation Rate N/A
Bulk Density N/A
Decomposition Temp. N/A
Solvent Content N/A
Water Content N/A
Surface Tension N/A
Conductivity N/A
Miscellaneous Data N/A
Solubility N/A
10 - Stability and Reactivity
STABILITY
Conditions of Instability: Heat.
Materials to Avoid: Strong oxidizing agents.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide.
11 - Toxicological Information
RTECS NUMBER: LK0700000
ACUTE TOXICITY
LD50 LD50
Oral Oral
Rat Rat
1320 mg/kg 1320 mg/kg
LD50 LD50
Intraperitoneal Intraperitoneal
Rat Rat
500 MG/KG 500 MG/KG
LD50 LD50
Oral Oral
Mouse Mouse
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832 mg/kg 832 mg/kg
LD50 LD50
Intraperitoneal Intraperitoneal
Mouse Mouse
335 MG/KG 335 MG/KG
LD50 LD50
Intravenous Intravenous
Mouse Mouse
178 MG/KG 178 MG/KG
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
Damage to the liver. To the best of our knowledge, the chemical,
physical, and toxicological properties have not been thoroughly
investigated.
ROUTE OF EXPOSURE
Skin Absorption: May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Inhalation: May be harmful if inhaled.
Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed.
Multiple Routes: May cause irritation.
TARGET ORGAN INFORMATION
Damage to the liver.
CHRONIC EXPOSURE - CARCINOGEN
Rat Rat
Route of Application: Intramuscular Intramuscular
Exposure Time: 2Y 2Y
Result: Tumorigenic:Equivocal tumorigenic agent by RTECS
criteria. Tumorigenic:Tumors at site or application.
Tumorigenic:Equivocal tumorigenic agent by RTECS criteria.
Tumorigenic:Tumors at site or application.
CHRONIC EXPOSURE - MUTAGEN
Hamster Hamster
130 UG/L 130 UG/L
Cell Type: ovary ovary
Sister chromatid exchange Sister chromatid exchange
12 - Ecological Information
No data available.
13 - Disposal Considerations
SUBSTANCE DISPOSAL
Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible solvent and burn
in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and
scrubber. Observe all federal, state, and local environmental
regulations.
14 - Transport Information
RID/ADR
UN#: 1325
Class: 4.1
PG: II
Proper Shipping Name: Flammable solid, organic, n.o.s.
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IMDG
UN#: 1325
Class: 4.1
PG: II
Proper Shipping Name: FLAMMABLE SOLID, ORGANIC, N.O.S.
Marine Pollutant: No
Severe Marine Pollutant: No
Technical Name: Required
IATA
UN#: 1325
Class: 4.1
PG: II
Proper Shipping Name: Flammable solid, organic, n.o.s.
Inhalation Packing Group I: No
Technical Name: Required
15 - Regulatory Information
CLASSIFICATION AND LABELING ACCORDING TO EU DIRECTIVES
INDICATION OF DANGER: F Xn
Highly Flammable. Harmful.
R-PHRASES: 11 22
Highly flammable. Harmful if swallowed.
S-PHRASES: 16
Keep away from sources of ignition - no smoking.
COUNTRY SPECIFIC INFORMATION
Germany
WGK: 2
16 - Other Information
WARRANTY
The above information is believed to be correct but does not
purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The
information in this document is based on the present state of our
knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to
appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any
guarantee of the properties of the product. Sigma-Aldrich Inc.,
shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or
from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice
or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale.
Copyright 2005 Sigma-Aldrich Co. License granted to make unlimited
paper copies for internal use only.
DISCLAIMER
For R&D use only. Not for drug, household or other uses.
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