| CAS Number: | 6596-96-9 |
| MDL Number: | MFCD00048003 |
| Molecular Formula: | C6H18AsN3 |
| Molecular Weight: | 207.15 |
| Chemical Formula: | ((CH3)2N)3As |
| Color and Form: | colorless liq. |
| Note: |
Stability: air sensitive, moisture sensitive
Safety: Hazardous
Physical Characteristics: boiling point 55°C/10mm
| SECTION 1: Product Identification | |
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| Chemical Name: | Tris(dimethylamino)arsine, 99% |
| Product Number: | 33-5000 |
| CAS Registry Number: | 6596-96-9 |
| Formula: | (CH3)2N)3As |
| EINECS Number: | none |
| Chemical Family: | inorganic arsenic compound |
| Synonym: | Hexamethylarsenous triamide |
| SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients | ||||
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| Ingredient | CAS Number | Percent | ACGIH (TWA) | OSHA (PEL) |
| Title compound | 6596-96-9 | 100 | 0.01mg/m3 (as As) | 0.01mg/m3 (as As) |
| SECTION 3: Hazards Identification | |
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| Emergency Overview: | Poison. Fatal if swallowed. May be irritating to respiratory tract, eyes and skin. May cause cancer and heritable genetic damage. |
| Primary Routes of Exposure: | Ingestion, inhalation, skin, eyes |
| Eye Contact: | May cause irritation to the eyes. |
| Skin Contact: | Toxic in contact with skin. May cause severe irritation or burns to skin. |
| Inhalation: | May cause severe irritation to the nose, mucous membranes and respiratory tract. May induce perforation of the nasal septum and cause arsenic poisoning. |
| Ingestion: | Toxic if swallowed. Ingestion of small amounts may lead to nausea, vomiting, bloody diarrhea, weakness, low blood pressure, shock, coma, and death. |
| Acute Health Effects: | May cause severe irritation or burns to skin, eyes and respiratory tract. Toxic. May causes garlic breath odor, nausea, vomiting, bloody diarrhea, weakness, shock and coma. |
| Chronic Health Effects: | Prolonged exposure to arsenic compounds may cause loss of appetite, dermatitis, diarrhea, kidney and liver damage and nervous disorders. May cause cancer and heritable genetic damage. |
| 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 immediately with water. Remove contaminated clothing 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: | no data |
| Autoignition Temperature: | no data |
| Explosion Limits: | no data |
| Extinguishing Medium: | carbon dioxide or dry powder. |
| Special Fire Fighting Procedures: | If this product 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 fumes. |
| Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: | No unusual fire or explosion hazard. |
| 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: | Handle and store the material under a dry atmosphere of nitrogen or argon. |
| 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: | 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: | 207.15 |
| Melting Point: | no data |
| Boiling Point: | 55 °C/10mm |
| Vapor Pressure: | no data |
| Specific Gravity: | no data |
| Odor: | amine odor |
| 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: | contact with air and moisture |
| Incompatibility: | oxidizing agents, acids, moisture and halogens. |
| Decomposition Products: | carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, arsenic oxide and organic fumes. |
| SECTION 11: Toxicological Information | |
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| RTECS Data: | Subcutaneous (mouse); LD50: 15mg/kg. Subcutaneous (mouse); 15mg/kg/10D-I. |
| Carcinogenic Effects: | Carcinogen (as As) |
| Mutagenic Effects: | Mutagen (as As) |
| Tetratogenic Effects: | no data |
| SECTION 12: Ecological Information | |
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| Ecological Information: | Avoid release into 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 federal, state, and local regulations. |
| SECTION 14: Transportation | |
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| Shipping Name (CFR): | Arsenic Compound, Liquid, N.O.S. |
| Hazard Class (CFR): | 6.1 |
| Additional Hazard Class (CFR): | NA |
| Packaging Group (CFR): | II |
| UN ID Number (CFR): | UN 1556 |
| Shipping Name (IATA): | Arsenic Compound, Liquid, N.O.S. |
| Hazard Class (IATA): | 6.1 |
| Additional Hazard Class (IATA): | NA |
| Packaging Group (IATA): | II |
| UN ID Number (IATA): | UN 1556 |
| SECTION 15: Regulatory Information | |
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| TSCA: | Not listed in the TSCA inventory |
| SARA (Title 313): | See Category Code N020 for reporting |
| 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: | 7/01/2004 |
| Revision Date: | 9/07/2011 |