CAS Number: 7783-55-3
Product Catalog

15-4560

Phosphorus › Phosphorus(III) fluoride, 99%

Stability: air sensitive, moisture sensitive

Safety: Hazardous

Physical Characteristics: melting point -151.30°C, boiling point -101.38°C, density 3.90g/L

Transportation: Boat, truck. See MSDS sheet.

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SECTION 1: Product Identification
Chemical Name:	Phosphorus (III) fluoride, 99%
Product Number:	15-4560
CAS Registry Number:	7783-55-3
Formula:	PF3
EINECS Number:	none
Chemical Family:	metal halide
Synonym:	Trifluorophosphine

SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Ingredient	CAS Number	Percent	ACGIH (TWA)	OSHA (PEL)
Title Compound	7783-55-3	100	2.5mg/m3 (as F)	2.5mg/m3 (as F)

SECTION 3: Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview:	Material is a gas and has a pungent odor. Inhalation of vapors may lead to headache and dizziness and irritation of the nose and mucous membranes. Toxic by inhalation. Material is corrosive to skin and eyes.
Primary Routes of Exposure:	Ingestion, skin, inhalation
Eye Contact:	Causes severe irritation of the eyes.
Skin Contact:	Causes mild to severe irritation of the skin.
Inhalation:	Toxic by inhalation. Inhalation may lead to headaches and dizziness. Irritating to nose and mucous membranes.
Ingestion:	No specific information is available on the physiological effects of ingestion.
Acute Health Effects:	Toxic by inhalation. Irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract.
Chronic Health Effects:	No information available on long-term chronic effects.
NTP:	No
IARC:	No
OSHA:	No

SECTION 4: First Aid Measures
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
Flash Point:	no data
Autoignition Temperature:	no data
Explosion Limits:	no data
Extinguishing Medium:	carbon dioxide, dry powder or foam
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:	If this material is 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 and vapors of phosphorus pentoxide.
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards:	No unusual fire or explosion hazards.

SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures
Spill and Leak Procedures:	Material is a gas at ambient temperatures. A release of the gas will require an evacuation of site. Emergency response teams will require self-contained breathing apparatus.

SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Handling and Storage:	Material is stored in a metal cylinder. Handle material under an inert atmosphere of nitrogen or argon.

SECTION 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
Eye Protection:	Always wear approved safety glasses when handling a chemical substance in the laboratory.
Skin Protection:	Wear protective clothing and gloves.
Ventilation:	Material has a pungent odor. Always handle 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
Color and Form:	colorless gas
Molecular Weight:	87.98
Melting Point:	-151.30°C
Boiling Point:	-101.38°C
Vapor Pressure:	no data
Specific Gravity:	3.90g/L
Odor:	acidic odor
Solubility in Water:	reacts with water

SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability:	air and moisture-sensitive gas
Hazardous Polymerization:	no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid:	prolonged contact with air. Reaction with water can produce toxic and corrosive fumes of hydrogen fluoride.
Incompatibility:	water, mineral acids and active metals
Decomposition Products:	phosphorus pentoxide, hydrogen fluoride

SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
RTECS Data:	Inhalation (mouse); LCLo:1900 mg/m3/10M.
Carcinogenic Effects:	No data available
Mutagenic Effects:	No data available
Tetratogenic Effects:	No data available

SECTION 12: Ecological Information
Ecological Information:	No information available

SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations
Disposal:	Dispose of according to local, state and federal regulations.

SECTION 14: Transportation
Shipping Name (CFR):	Compressed gases, toxic, N.O.S.
Hazard Class (CFR):	2.3
Additional Hazard Class (CFR):	NA
Packaging Group (CFR):	NA
UN ID Number (CFR):	UN# 1955
Shipping Name (IATA):	Prohibited
Hazard Class (IATA):	NA
Additional Hazard Class (IATA):	NA
Packaging Group (IATA):	NA
UN ID Number (IATA):	UN# 1955

SECTION 15: Regulatory Information
TSCA:	Listed in the TSCA inventory.
SARA (Title 313):	Title compound not listed.
Second Ingredient:	none
Third Ingredient:	none

SECTION 16: Other Information
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:	9/25/2000
Revision Date:	8/03/2011