Safety Data Sheet - Phosphorus Oxychloride

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

Chemical Name Phosphorus Oxychloride

Product Form Substance

Catalogue No. AL01187

CAS Number 10025-87-3

EC Number 233-046-7

EC Index Number 015-012-00-6

Grade 98% Extra Pure

HSN Code 28121030

Molecular Formula POCl3

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1 Product identifier

Chemical Name Phosphorus Oxychloride

Catalogue No. AL01187

Product form Substance

CAS Number 10025-87-3

EC Number 233-046-7

Grade 98% Extra Pure

EC Index Number 015-012-00-6

Chemical Formula POCl3

HSN Code 28121030

Synonyms Phosphoryl Chloride

Chemical Structure -

1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against

Use of the substance/mixture Chlorinating and dehydrating reagent 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; Skin Corr. 1A; Acute Tox. 2; STOT RE 1

Classification source ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 24813 - 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; H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H330: Fatal if inhaled; H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

2.3 Other hazards

Other hazards Corrosive to metals; may cause severe skin burns and eye damage.

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1 Substance

Name Phosphorus Oxychloride

CAS No. 10025-87-3

SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1 Description of first aid measures

First-aid measures after inhalation If this chemical has been inhaled, remove the exposed person to fresh air at once. If breathing has stopped, perform artificial respiration. Keep the person warm and at rest.

First-aid measures after skin contact If this chemical contacts the skin, immediately flush the contaminated skin with water. If this chemical penetrates the clothing, immediately remove the clothing and flush the skin with water. Get medical attention promptly.

First-aid measures after eye contact If this chemical contacts the eyes, immediately wash (irrigate) the eyes with large amounts of water, occasionally lifting the lower and upper lids. Get medical attention immediately.

First-aid measures after ingestion If this chemical has been swallowed, get medical attention immediately.

4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Symptoms relating to use Coughing, shortness of breath, skin burns, eye irritation.

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 Not combustible, but if involved in a fire may react to produce hydrogen chloride & phosphoric acid.

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. Wear appropriate protective equipment. Contain and neutralize spill with suitable materials.

6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Methods for cleaning up Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Ventilation. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable dry containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in dry 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 Use only in a fume hood with appropriate PPE. 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 See Chemical Dangers. Cool. Dry. Well closed. Keep in a well-ventilated room.

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 a NIOSH-approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation occurs.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Physical state Liquid

Colour Colorless to pale yellow

Odour Pungent & musty odor

Odour threshold Not specified

pH value Not applicable

Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) Not specified

Melting point 1.25 °C

Freezing point Not specified

Boiling point 105.8 °C

Flash point Not applicable

Auto-ignition temperature Not applicable

Decomposition temperature Not specified

Flammability (solid, gas) Not flammable

Vapour pressure 40 mm Hg at 27.3 °C

Relative vapour density at 20°C 5.3 (Air = 1)

Density Specific gravity: 1.645 at 25 °C/4 °C

Solubility Reacts with water

Log Pow Not specified

Viscosity, kinematic Not specified

Viscosity, dynamic Not specified

Explosive properties Not explosive

Oxidising properties Not oxidizing

Explosive limits Not applicable

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity

Reactivity Highly reactive with water and moisture, releasing hydrochloric acid and phosphoric acid.

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 toxic and corrosive fumes including hydrogen chloride and phosphorus oxides. Reacts violently with water.

10.4 Conditions to avoid

Conditions to avoid Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.

10.5 Incompatible materials

Incompatible materials Water, alcohols, amines, bases, and strong oxidizers.

10.6 Hazardous decomposition products

Hazardous decomposition products Not specified

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1 Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity LC50 Rat inhalation 48 ppm/4 hr; LC50 Guinea pig inhalation 52 ppm/4 hr; LD50 Rabbit dermal >250 mg/kg

Skin corrosion/irritation H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

Serious eye damage/irritation Not classified (based on available data)

Respiratory or skin sensitisation Not classified (based on available data)

Germ cell mutagenicity Not classified (based on available data)

Carcinogenicity Not classified (based on available data)

Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Not classified (based on available data)

Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

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) 1810

UN-No. (IMDG) 1810

UN-No. (IATA) 1810

UN-No. (ADN) 1810

UN-No. (RID) 1810

14.2 UN proper shipping name

Proper Shipping Name (ADR) Phosphorus Oxychloride

Proper Shipping Name (IMDG) Phosphorus Oxychloride

Proper Shipping Name (IATA) Phosphorus Oxychloride

Proper Shipping Name (ADN) Phosphorus Oxychloride

Proper Shipping Name (RID) Phosphorus Oxychloride

14.3 Transport hazard class(es)

Transport hazard class(es) 6.1 (8)

14.4 Packing group

Packing group (ADR) I

Packing group (IMDG) I

Packing group (IATA) I

Packing group (ADN) I

Packing group (RID) I

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.