Diethyl sulfate

Synonyms: Diethylsulfate, Ethyl sulfate

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
Chemical Name Diethyl sulfate
Product Form Substance
Catalogue No. AL1778
CAS Number 64-67-5
EC Number 200-589-6
EC Index Number -
Grade 99%
HSN Code 29209000
Molecular Formula C4H10O4S
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
1.1 Product identifier
Chemical Name Diethyl sulfate
Catalogue No. AL1778
Product form Substance
CAS Number 64-67-5
EC Number 200-589-6
Grade 99%
EC Index Number Not specified
Chemical Formula C4H10O4S
HSN Code 29209000
Synonyms Diethylsulfate, Ethyl sulfate
Chemical Structure -
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Use of the substance/mixture Alkylating agent in organic synthesis
Uses advised against Not specified
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Company identification Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 Emergency Contact Details
Phone / e-Mail Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 Acute Tox. 4; Acute Tox. 3; Skin Corr. 1B; Eye Dam. 1; Muta. 1B; Carc. 1B
Classification source ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 6163 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 Label elements
Hazard pictograms Corrosive, Acute Toxic, Health Hazard
Signal word Danger
Hazard statements H302: Harmful if swallowed; H311: Toxic in contact with skin; H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H318: Causes serious eye damage; H332: Harmful if inhaled; H340: May cause genetic defects; H350: May cause cancer
2.3 Other hazards
Other hazards Suspected carcinogen, highly toxic
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.1 Substance
Name Diethyl sulfate
CAS No. 64-67-5
SECTION 4: First aid measures
4.1 Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures after inhalation Move to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Seek medical attention immediately.
First-aid measures after skin contact Remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
First-aid measures after eye contact Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing and seek medical attention.
First-aid measures after ingestion If victim is conscious, give victim two glasses of water and have victim induce vomiting.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms relating to use Symptoms of exposure may include respiratory distress, skin irritation, and eye damage.
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
General information Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures
5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.
Unsuitable extinguishing media Not specified
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Special procedures May produce toxic fumes in a fire. Use water spray to cool containers.
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Protection during firefighting Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1.1 For non-emergency personnel
Emergency procedures Evacuate area and ventilate. Wear appropriate protective equipment. Contain and absorb spill with inert material.
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent.
6.4 Reference to other sections
Reference Not specified
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Precautions for safe handling Handle under a fume hood with appropriate PPE including gloves and goggles. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Hygiene measures Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage conditions Separated from food and feedstuffs. Dry. Well closed. Keep in a well-ventilated room. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.2 Exposure controls
Hand protection Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
Eye protection Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
Skin and body protection Wear suitable protective clothing
Respiratory protection Use appropriate respiratory protection if ventilation is inadequate.
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state Liquid
Colour Colorless to pale yellow
Odour Peppermint odor
Odour threshold Not specified
pH value Not applicable
Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) Not specified
Melting point -25 °C
Freezing point Not specified
Boiling point 209.5 °C with decomposition
Flash point 104 °C
Auto-ignition temperature 817 °F (436 °C)
Decomposition temperature Not specified
Flammability (solid, gas) Not applicable
Vapour pressure Vapor pressure: 1 mm Hg @ 47 °C
Relative vapour density at 20°C 5.31 (Air= 1)
Density 1.172 g/cu cm @ 25 °C
Solubility Miscible in alcohol and ether.
Log Pow log Kow= 1.14
Viscosity, kinematic Not specified
Viscosity, dynamic Not specified
Explosive properties Not explosive
Oxidising properties Not oxidizing
Explosive limits Not specified
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
Reactivity Reacts violently with strong bases and nucleophiles.
10.2 Chemical stability
Chemical stability Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
Possibility of hazardous reactions Decomposes on heating. This produces flammable and toxic fumes. Reacts violently with ammonia, strong oxidants, strong bases and powdered metals.
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Conditions to avoid Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 Incompatible materials
Incompatible materials Strong bases, strong oxidizers, and reducing agents.
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition products When heated to decomp it emits toxic fumes of sulfur oxides.
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity LD50 Rat oral 0.88 g/kg; LD50 Mouse ip 150 mg/kg body weight; LD50 Rat sc 350 mg/kg body weight
Skin corrosion/irritation H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Serious eye damage/irritation H318: Causes serious eye damage
Respiratory or skin sensitisation Not classified (based on available data)
Germ cell mutagenicity H340: May cause genetic defects
Carcinogenicity H350: May cause cancer
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Not classified (based on available data)
Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Not classified (based on available data)
SECTION 12: Ecological information
12.1 Toxicity
Toxicity information Not specified
12.2 Persistence - degradability
Persistence - degradability Not specified
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumulative potential Not specified
12.4 Mobility in soil
Mobility in soil Not specified
12.6 Other adverse effects
Environmental precautions Not specified
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
13.1 Waste treatment methods
Additional Info Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
SECTION 14: Transport information
14.1 UN number
UN-No. (ADR) UN 1594
UN-No. (IMDG) UN 1594
UN-No. (IATA) UN 1594
UN-No. (ADN) UN 1594
UN-No. (RID) UN 1594
14.2 UN proper shipping name
Proper Shipping Name (ADR) Diethyl sulfate
Proper Shipping Name (IMDG) Diethyl sulfate
Proper Shipping Name (IATA) Diethyl sulfate
Proper Shipping Name (ADN) Diethyl sulfate
Proper Shipping Name (RID) Diethyl sulfate
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
Transport hazard class(es) 6.1
14.4 Packing group
Packing group (ADR) II
Packing group (IMDG) II
Packing group (IATA) II
Packing group (ADN) II
Packing group (RID) II
14.5 Environmental hazards
Dangerous for the environment Not specified
Marine pollutant Not specified
Other information No supplementary information available
SECTION 15: Regulatory information
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
15.1.1 EU-Regulations Not specified
SECTION 16: Other Information
Disclaimer The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information is designed only as a guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a guarantee or quality specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process, unless specified in the text.