| CAS Number: | |
| MDL Number: | MFCD01631272 |
| Molecular Formula: | C18H42Al2O3 |
| Molecular Weight: | |
| Chemical Formula: | (C2H5)3Al2(OC4H9)3 |
| Color and Form: | colorless liq. |
| Note: |
Stability: air sensitive, moisture sensitive
Safety: Hazardous
Physical Characteristics: boiling point 183-186°C/40mm
| SECTION 1: Product Identification | |
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| Chemical Name: | Triethyl(tri-sec-butoxy)dialuminum(contains diethyl(tetra-sec-butoxy)dialuminum and tetraethyl(di-sec-butoxy)dialuminum |
| Product Number: | 13-1900 |
| CAS Registry Number: | not available |
| Formula: | (C2H5)3Al2(OC4H9)3 |
| EINECS Number: | none |
| Chemical Family: | metal alkyl |
| Synonym: | tri-sec-butoxytriethyldialuminum |
| SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients | ||||
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| Ingredient | CAS Number | Percent | ACGIH (TWA) | OSHA (PEL) |
| Title Compound | not available | 100 | 2mg/m3 (Al sol.) | no data |
| SECTION 3: Hazards Identification | |
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| Emergency Overview: | May be irritating to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract. May be harmful if swallowed. |
| Primary Routes of Exposure: | Ingestion, inhalation, skin, eyes |
| Eye Contact: | May cause mild to moderate irritation of the eyes. |
| Skin Contact: | May cause slight to mild irritation of the skin. |
| Inhalation: | May be irritating to the nose, mucous membranes and respiratory tract. |
| Ingestion: | No specific information is available on the physiological effects of ingestion. |
| Acute Health Effects: | Material may be irritating to skin, eyes, and mucous membranes. |
| Chronic Health Effects: | The chronic toxicological properties of this compound have not been thoroughly investigated. Unrecognized hazards may be present. |
| 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 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: | no data |
| Explosion Limits: | no data |
| Extinguishing Medium: | dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water, or foam. |
| Special Fire Fighting Procedures: | 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 and corrosive fumes. |
| Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: | Highly flammable. Formation of explosive air/vapor mixtures is possible. |
| SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures | |
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| Spill and Leak Procedures: | Small spills can be mixed with vermiculite, sodium carbonate or other suitable non-combustible adsorbent and swept up. Product reacts with water. |
| SECTION 7: Handling and Storage | |
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| Handling and Storage: | Handle and store the material under an inert atmosphere of nitrogen or argon. Keep away from heat. |
| 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 protective clothing and gloves. Consult with glove manufacturer to determine the proper type of glove. |
| Ventilation: | If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood. |
| Respirator: | If 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: | colorless liq. |
| Molecular Weight: | not applicable |
| Melting Point: | no data |
| Boiling Point: | 183-186°C/40mm |
| Vapor Pressure: | no data |
| Specific Gravity: | no data |
| Odor: | none |
| Solubility in Water: | reacts with water |
| SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity | |
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| Stability: | air sensitive, moisture sensitive |
| Hazardous Polymerization: | no hazardous polymerization |
| Conditions to Avoid: | Heat and ignition sources. |
| Incompatibility: | Oxidizing agents, water, active metals and halogens |
| Decomposition Products: | Aluminum oxide, sec-butanol, (in presence of moisture), carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and organic fumes. |
| SECTION 11: Toxicological Information | |
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| RTECS Data: | No information available in the RTECS files. |
| Carcinogenic Effects: | no data |
| Mutagenic Effects: | no data |
| Tetratogenic Effects: | no data |
| SECTION 12: Ecological Information | |
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| Ecological Information: | No information available |
| SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations | |
|---|---|
| Disposal: | Dispose of according to federal, state, and local regulations. |
| SECTION 14: Transportation | |
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| Shipping Name (CFR): | Flammable liquids, N.O.S. |
| Hazard Class (CFR): | 3 |
| Additional Hazard Class (CFR): | NA |
| Packaging Group (CFR): | II |
| UN ID Number (CFR): | UN# 1993 |
| Shipping Name (IATA): | Flammable liquid, N.O.S. |
| Hazard Class (IATA): | 3 |
| Additional Hazard Class (IATA): | NA |
| Packaging Group (IATA): | II |
| UN ID Number (IATA): | UN# 1993 |
| SECTION 15: Regulatory Information | |
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| TSCA: | Not listed in the TSCA inventory. |
| SARA (Title 313): | Title compound not listed. |
| 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: | 8/18/2002 |
| Revision Date: | 12/14/2011 |