MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET







I       PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION



Trade Name:      Platinum (IV) Chloride                                         Chemical Nature:           Inorganic chloride

Formula:         PtCl4                                                          CAS #:                     13454-96-1





II      HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS



%                                  OSHA/PEL                                     ACGIG/TLV

                                   0.002 mg (Pt)/m3                             0.002 mg (Pt)/m3

100





III     PHYSICAL DATA



                                                                                                           370 oC decomposes

Boiling Point:            Decomposes                                            Melting Point:

Specific Gravity:         4.303                                                 Vapor Pressure:            No data

Vapor Density:            N/A                                                   Solubility in H2O:         Soluble

% Volatiles:              Nonvolatile                                           Ionic Nature:              Yes

Appearance and Odor:      Brown powder





IV      FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS DATA



Flash Point: N/A                                                                Autoignition Temperature: N/A

Flammable Limits in Air:Lower: N/A          Upper: N/A



Extinguishing Media: Noncumbustible.

Special Firefighting Procedures: If involved in a fire area, wear NIOSH/MSHA approved self-contained breathing apparatus, flame

and chemical resistant clothing; hats, boots and gloves. If without risk, remove material from fire area. Cool container with water

from maximum distance.



Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Emits toxic fumes when heated to decomposition.





V       HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION



Effects of Exposure: Can cause asthma, skin sensitization and eye irritation. Inhalation can cause irritation of the nose and upper

respiratory tract with sneezing and running of the eyes, cough, chest tightness and asthmatic wheezing. Skin exposure results in

contact dermatitis.



EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES



EYES: Remove from exposure. Flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes.

SKIN: Remove any contaminated clothing. Flood skin with large volumes of water for at least 15 minutes.

INGESTION/INHALATION: Seek prompt, competent medical attention.

VI      REACTIVITY DATA



Stability: Stable

Incompatibility ( Materials to Avoid): Moisture sensitive, violent reaction with BrF3.



Conditions to Avoid: Material is deliquescent. Protect from moisture. Do not heat to decomposition. Protect from light.

Hazardous Decomposition Products: Chloride and platinum fumes.

Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.





VII     SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES



Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled: Wearing full protective clothing and respiratory protection, eliminate all

sources of ignition. Cover spill with dry sand or dry vermiculite, mix well and carefully transfer to a well-marked container. Close

container tightly. Submit or retain for disposal.



Waste Disposal: In accordance with state, federal and local regulations.





VIII    SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION



Respiratory Protection: For ordinary use, wear NIOSH/MSHA approved high efficiency particulate respirator. For emergency,

self-contained breathing apparatus.



Ventilation: Laboratory fume hood.

Protective Gloves: Rubber.

Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles.



Other: Lab coat and apron, flame and chemical resistant coveralls, eyewash capable of sustained flushing, safety drench shower and

hygienic facilities for washing.





IX      SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS



Handling and Storage: Keep container tightly closed. Store in a cool dry, well-ventilated area. Wash thoroughly after use.



Precautionary Labeling: Warning: Toxic material.





Prepared by:     S. Dierks

Dated:           April 1989