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CAS Number: 66-71-7
Product Catalog
07-1650
Nitrogen › 1,10-Phenanthroline, anhydrous, 99%| CAS Number: | 66-71-7 |
| MDL Number: | MFCD00011678 |
| Molecular Formula: | C12H8N2 |
| Molecular Weight: | 180.21 |
| Chemical Formula: | C12H8N2 |
| Color and Form: | white xtl. |
| Note: |
Stability: hygroscopic
Safety: Hazardous
| SECTION 1: Product Identification | |
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| Chemical Name: | 1,10-Phenanthroline, anhydrous, 99% |
| Product Number: | 07-1650 |
| CAS Registry Number: | 66-71-7 |
| Formula: | C12H8N2 |
| EINECS Number: | 200-629-2 |
| Chemical Family: | organic amine |
| Synonym: | 4,5-Diazaphenanthrene; orthophenanthroline, beta-phenanthroline, 1,10-o-Phenanthroline |
| SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients | ||||
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| Ingredient | CAS Number | Percent | ACGIH (TWA) | OSHA (PEL) |
| Title compound | 66-71-7 | 100 | no data | no data |
| SECTION 3: Hazards Identification | |
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| Emergency Overview: | The product may be an irritant to the skin, eyes, mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract. Ingestion of small amounts are harmful. |
| Primary Routes of Exposure: | Ingestion, inhalation of dust. Eyes and skin. |
| Eye Contact: | May cause moderate irritation of the eyes. |
| Skin Contact: | May cause slight to moderate irritation of the skin. |
| Inhalation: | Dust may be irritating to the nose, mucous membranes and respiratory tract. |
| Ingestion: | Toxic. Ingestion may lead to sleepiness, dizziness, abdominal cramps, vomiting, bloody diarrhea, weakness, and convulsions. |
| Acute Health Effects: | May be irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract. |
| Chronic Health Effects: | No information available on the effects of long-term exposure. |
| NTP: | No |
| IARC: | No |
| OSHA: | No |
| SECTION 4: First Aid Measures | |
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| Eye Exposure: | Immediately flush the eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 10-15 minutes. A victim may need assistance in keeping their eye lids open. Get immediate medical attention. |
| Skin Exposure: | Wash the affected area with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothes if necessary. Seek medical assistance if irritation persists. |
| Inhalation: | Remove the victim to fresh air. Closely monitor the victim for signs of respiratory problems, such as difficulty in breathing, coughing, wheezing, or pain. In such cases seek immediate medical assistance. |
| Ingestion: | Seek medical attention immediately. Keep the victim calm. Give the victim water (only if conscious). Induce vomiting only if directed by medical personnel. |
| SECTION 5: Fire Fighting Measures | |
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| Flash Point: | not applicable |
| Autoignition Temperature: | none |
| Explosion Limits: | none |
| Extinguishing Medium: | carbon dioxide, dry powder or foam |
| Special Fire Fighting Procedures: | If involved in a fire, fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH approved positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing. |
| Hazardous Combustion and Decomposion Products: | If involved in a fire this material may emit toxic organic fumes. |
| Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: | No unusual fire or explosion hazards. |
| SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures | |
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| Spill and Leak Procedures: | Small spills can be mixed with vermiculite or sodium carbonate and swept up. |
| SECTION 7: Handling and Storage | |
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| Handling and Storage: | Store in a sealed container. Keep away from heat and moisture. |
| SECTION 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection | |
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| Eye Protection: | Always wear approved safety glasses when handling a chemical substance in the laboratory. |
| Skin Protection: | Wear appropriate chemical resistant gloves and protective clothing. |
| Ventilation: | Material may form a fine dust. If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood. |
| Respirator: | If in form of fine dust and ventilation is not available a respirator should be worn. The use of respirators requires a Respirator Protection Program to be in compliance with 29 CFR 1910.134. |
| Additional Protection: | No additional protection required. |
| SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties | |
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| Color and Form: | white xtl. |
| Molecular Weight: | 180.21 |
| Melting Point: | 114-117°C |
| Boiling Point: | 300°C |
| Vapor Pressure: | no data |
| Specific Gravity: | no data |
| Odor: | none reported |
| Solubility in Water: | slightly soluble |
| SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity | |
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| Stability: | hygroscopic |
| Hazardous Polymerization: | no hazardous polymerization |
| Conditions to Avoid: | mixing with strong acids |
| Incompatibility: | oxidizing agents, nitric acid, perchloric acid, sulfuric acid and halogens |
| Decomposition Products: | Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, nitrogen, and water vapor |
| SECTION 11: Toxicological Information | |
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| RTECS Data: | Intraperitoneal (mouse) LD50: 75 mg/kg; Intravenous (mouse) LD50: 18 mg/Kg; Intraperitoneal (mouse) TDLo-reproductive 30mg/Kg; DNA inhib. (Human Leukocyte) 5 mg/L. Other sources: Oral (rat); LD50: 132mg/kg. |
| Carcinogenic Effects: | No data available |
| Mutagenic Effects: | Insufficient data |
| Tetratogenic Effects: | Insufficient data |
| SECTION 12: Ecological Information | |
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| Ecological Information: | Avoid release to the environment. Very toxic to aquatic organisms. May cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. |
| SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations | |
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| Disposal: | Dispose of according to local, state and federal regulations. |
| SECTION 14: Transportation | |
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| Shipping Name (CFR): | Toxic Solids, Organic, N.O.S. |
| Hazard Class (CFR): | 6.1 |
| Additional Hazard Class (CFR): | NA |
| Packaging Group (CFR): | III |
| UN ID Number (CFR): | UN# 2811 |
| Shipping Name (IATA): | Toxic Solid, Organic, N.O.S. |
| Hazard Class (IATA): | 6.1 |
| Additional Hazard Class (IATA): | NA |
| Packaging Group (IATA): | III |
| UN ID Number (IATA): | UN# 2811 |
| SECTION 15: Regulatory Information | |
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| TSCA: | Listed in the TSCA inventory. |
| SARA (Title 313): | Not reportable under SARA Title 313 |
| Second Ingredient: | none |
| Third Ingredient: | none |
| SECTION 16: Other Information | |
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| Disclaimer: | The information herein is believed to be accurate and reliable as of the date compiled. However, Strem Chemicals, Inc. makes no representation, warranty, or guarantee of any kind with respect to the information contained in this document or any use of the product based on this information. |
| Preparation Date: | 5/08/2001 |
| Revision Date: | 12/16/2011 |
