| CAS Number: | 21797-13-7 |
| MDL Number: | MFCD00043297 |
| Molecular Formula: | C8H12B2F8N4Pd |
| Molecular Weight: | 444.22 |
| Chemical Formula: | Pd(CH3CN)4(BF4)2 |
| Color and Form: | yellow pwdr. |
| Note: |
Stability: air sensitive, light sensitive
| SECTION 1: Product Identification | |
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| Chemical Name: | Tetrakis(acetonitrile)palladium (II) tetrafluoroborate, 99% |
| Product Number: | 46-2145 |
| CAS Registry Number: | 21797-13-7 |
| Formula: | Pd(CH3CN)4(BF4)2 |
| EINECS Number: | None |
| Chemical Family: | organometallic complex |
| Synonym: | Palladium(II)tetrafluoroborate, acetonitrile complex. |
| SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients | ||||
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| Ingredient | CAS Number | Percent | ACGIH (TWA) | OSHA (PEL) |
| Title Compound | 21797-13-7 | 100 | 2.5mg/m3 (as F) | 2.5mg/m3 (as F) |
| SECTION 3: Hazards Identification | |
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| Emergency Overview: | Irritating to the respiratory tract, skin and eyes. May be harmful if swallowed. |
| 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 skin, eyes and respiratory tract. |
| Ingestion: | Ingestion may lead to fluoride poisoning, dizziness, abdominal cramps, vomiting, bloody diarrhea, weakness, and convulsions. |
| Acute Health Effects: | Irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract. |
| Chronic Health Effects: | No specific information available on toxicity or the effects of overexposure. Chronic fluoride poisoning can cause severe bone changes, loss of weight, and dental defects. |
| 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: | none |
| Explosion Limits: | none |
| Extinguishing Medium: | carbon dioxide, foam 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 and corrosive fumes. |
| Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: | No unusual fire or explosion hazards. |
| 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. |
| SECTION 7: Handling and Storage | |
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| Handling and Storage: | Material will react with air. 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. |
| Ventilation: | To minimize exposure, 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: | yellow pwdr. |
| Molecular Weight: | 444.22 |
| Melting Point: | no data |
| Boiling Point: | no data |
| Vapor Pressure: | not applicable |
| Specific Gravity: | no data |
| Odor: | none |
| Solubility in Water: | soluble |
| SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity | |
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| Stability: | air sensitive, light sensitive |
| Hazardous Polymerization: | no hazardous polymerization |
| Conditions to Avoid: | none |
| Incompatibility: | oxidizing agents and active metals |
| Decomposition Products: | carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, hydrogen fluoride, organic fumes, and palladium salts. |
| 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 | |
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| Disposal: | Dispose of according to local, state and federal regulations. |
| SECTION 14: Transportation | |
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| 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 | |
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| TSCA: | Not listed in the TSCA inventory. |
| SARA (Title 313): | Not regulated by Title 313. |
| 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: | 4/22/2002 |
| Revision Date: | 12/13/2011 |