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CAS Number: 84821-53-4
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44-0050
Ruthenium › Bis(pentamethylcyclopentadienyl)ruthenium, 99% (99.9%-Ru) (Decamethylruthenocene)
CAS Number: 84821-53-4
MDL Number: MFCD00058889
Molecular Formula: C20H30Ru
Molecular Weight: 371.53
Chemical Formula: [(CH3)5C5]2Ru
Color and Form: off-white xtl.
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SECTION 1: Product Identification
Chemical Name: Bis(pentamethylcyclopentadienyl)ruthenium, 99% (99.9%-Ru) (Decamethylruthenocene)
Product Number: 44-0050
CAS Registry Number: 84821-53-4
Formula: [(CH3)5C5]2Ru
EINECS Number: none
Chemical Family: metallocene
Synonym: Decamethylruthenocene
SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Ingredient CAS Number Percent ACGIH (TWA) OSHA (PEL)
Title Compound 84821-53-4 100 no data no data
SECTION 3: Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview: Dust may be irritating to skin, eyes and mucous membranes. May be harmful if swallowed.
Primary Routes of Exposure: Ingestion, eyes
Eye Contact: May cause slight to mild 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: Ingestion may lead to dizziness, abdominal cramps, and vomiting.
Acute Health Effects: May be irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract.
Chronic Health Effects: The 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
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: not applicable
Autoignition Temperature: none
Explosion Limits: none
Extinguishing Medium: carbon dioxide, dry powder or foam
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 irritating 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, powdered limestone, or powdered sodium bicarbonate and swept up.
SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Handling and Storage: Store in a tightly sealed container. Keep away from heat, air and direct sunlight. Handle material in an efficient fume hood or glove box in the absence of air.
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 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: No respirator is required when handling this material unless large volumes are handled in a poorly ventilated area.
Additional Protection: No additional protection required.
SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Color and Form: off-white xtl.
Molecular Weight: 371.53
Melting Point: no data
Boiling Point: no data
Vapor Pressure: no data
Specific Gravity: no data
Odor: none
Solubility in Water: insoluble
SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability: air and moisture stable
Hazardous Polymerization: no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid: Very strong oxidizing agents such as nitric acid may produce toxic volatile ruthenium tetroxide.
Incompatibility: oxidizing agents, halogens and active metals
Decomposition Products: carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, organic fumes, and ruthenium oxide
SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
RTECS Data: No information available in the RTECS files.
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: Not 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: 1/11/2002
Revision Date: 10/06/2011

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