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40-1650

Zirconium › Tetrabenzylzirconium, min. 95%

Stability: air sensitive, heat sensitive, moisture sensitive, store cold

Safety: Hazardous

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SECTION 1: Product Identification
Chemical Name:	Tetrabenzylzirconium, min. 95%
Product Number:	40-1650
CAS Registry Number:	24356-01-2
Formula:	(C6H5CH2)4Zr
EINECS Number:	none
Chemical Family:	organometallic complex
Synonym:	none

SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Ingredient	CAS Number	Percent	ACGIH (TWA)	OSHA (PEL)
Title compound	24356-01-2	100	5mg/m3 (as Zr)	5mg/m3 (as Zr)

SECTION 3: Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview:	Irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract. May be harmful if swallowed.
Primary Routes of Exposure:	Inhalation, skin, eyes
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:	No specific information is available on the physiological effects of ingestion. May be harmful if swallowed.
Acute Health Effects:	Irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract.
Chronic Health Effects:	No information 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:	none
Autoignition Temperature:	none
Explosion Limits:	none
Extinguishing Medium:	carbon dioxide, dry powder or foam.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:	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 of carbon monoxide and zirconium oxide.
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards:	Flammable solid. Dust may form explosive mixtures with air.

SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures
Spill and Leak Procedures:	Do not raise dust. Keep away from sources of ignition. Small spills can be mixed with vermiculite, sodium carbonate or other suitable noncombustible adsorbent and swept up.

SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Handling and Storage:	Store the material under an inert atmosphere of argon or nitrogen in a tightly sealed container. Store cold to maximize shelf life.

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:	Handle the material under an inert atmosphere of nitrogen or argon.
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:	yellow to orange solid
Molecular Weight:	455.75
Melting Point:	none
Boiling Point:	no data
Vapor Pressure:	no data
Specific Gravity:	no data
Odor:	not determined
Solubility in Water:	insoluble

SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability:	air, heat and moisture sensitive
Hazardous Polymerization:	no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid:	heat and ignition sources, air and moisture
Incompatibility:	strong oxidizing agents, mineral acids and halogens
Decomposition Products:	zirconium oxide, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide and organic fumes

SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
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
Ecological Information:	No information available

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

SECTION 14: Transportation
Shipping Name (CFR):	Flammable solids, Inorganic, N.O.S.
Hazard Class (CFR):	4.1
Additional Hazard Class (CFR):	NA
Packaging Group (CFR):	II
UN ID Number (CFR):	UN# 3178
Shipping Name (IATA):	Flammable solid, Inorganic, N.O.S.
Hazard Class (IATA):	4.1
Additional Hazard Class (IATA):	NA
Packaging Group (IATA):	II
UN ID Number (IATA):	UN# 3178

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:	1/23/2004
Revision Date:	12/16/2008