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24-0160

Chromium › Chromium(III) acetylacetonate, 97.5%

Physical Characteristics: melting point 214°C, boiling point subl. 100°C/0.2mm

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SECTION 1: Product Identification
Chemical Name:	Chromium (III) acetylacetonate, 97.5%
Product Number:	24-0160
CAS Registry Number:	21679-31-2
Formula:	Cr(CH3COCHCOCH3)3
EINECS Number:	244-526-0
Chemical Family:	metal beta-diketonate complexes
Synonym:	Chromic acetylacetonate, Tris(2,4-pentanedionato)chromium

SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Ingredient	CAS Number	Percent	ACGIH (TWA)	OSHA (PEL)
Title Compound	21679-31-2	100	0.5mg/m3	0.5mg/m3

SECTION 3: Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview:	Irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract.
Primary Routes of Exposure:	Ingestion, inhalation
Eye Contact:	Causes slight to mild irritation of the eyes.
Skin Contact:	Causes slight to mild irritation of the skin.
Inhalation:	Irritating to the nose, mucous membranes and respiratory tract.
Ingestion:	Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal distress, burning of throat, dizziness, and weakness.
Acute Health Effects:	Irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract.
Chronic Health Effects:	Chromium (III) salts have behaved as tumorigens and mutagens in animal studies.
NTP:	Yes
IARC:	Yes
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).

SECTION 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point:	none
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:	Combustible. 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
Spill and Leak Procedures:	Small spills can be mixed with vermiculite or sodium carbonate and swept up.

SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Handling and Storage:	Store in a tightly sealed container.

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 may form a fine dust. 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
Color and Form:	maroon xtl.
Molecular Weight:	349.33
Melting Point:	214°C
Boiling Point:	subl. 100°C/0.2mm
Vapor Pressure:	no data
Specific Gravity:	no data
Odor:	none
Solubility in Water:	insoluble

SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability:	air and moisture stable solid
Hazardous Polymerization:	no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid:	none
Incompatibility:	strong oxidizing agents
Decomposition Products:	Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, organic vapors, and metal oxides

SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
RTECS Data:	Oral (rat); LD50: 3360 mg/kg. Administration onto the skin (rabbit); LD50: 6350 mg/kg.
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):	Non-hazardous
Hazard Class (CFR):	NA
Additional Hazard Class (CFR):	NA
Packaging Group (CFR):	NA
UN ID Number (CFR):	NA
Shipping Name (IATA):	Non-hazardous
Hazard Class (IATA):	NA
Additional Hazard Class (IATA):	NA
Packaging Group (IATA):	NA
UN ID Number (IATA):	NA

SECTION 15: Regulatory Information
TSCA:	Listed in the TSCA inventory.
SARA (Title 313):	Title compound: see Category Code N090 for reporting.
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:	11/15/2000
Revision Date:	10/04/2004