Safety Data Sheet - Phosphorus trichloride

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

Chemical Name Phosphorus trichloride

Product Form Substance

Catalogue No. AL3552

CAS Number 7719-12-2

EC Number 231-749-3

EC Index Number 015-012-00-8

Grade 99% For Synthesis

HSN Code 28129000

Molecular Formula PCl3

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

1.1 Product identifier

Chemical Name Phosphorus trichloride

Catalogue No. AL3552

Product form Substance

CAS Number 7719-12-2

EC Number 231-749-3

Grade 99% For Synthesis

EC Index Number 015-012-00-8

Chemical Formula PCl3

HSN Code 28129000

Synonyms Phosphorus trichloride, Phosphorus chloride

Chemical Structure -

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

Use of the substance/mixture Chlorinating 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. 2; Skin Corr. 1A; STOT RE 2

Classification source ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 24387 - 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 H300: Fatal if swallowed; H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H330: Fatal if inhaled; H373: May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

2.3 Other hazards

Other hazards Corrosive to metals; may cause severe burns.

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1 Substance

Name Phosphorus trichloride

CAS No. 7719-12-2

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, choking, irritation of the respiratory tract, skin burns, 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 The vapor is heavier than air A harmful contamination of the air can be reached very quickly on evaporation of this substance at 20 °C.

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 water cautiously.

6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Methods for cleaning up Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Ventilation. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in dry sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.

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 in 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 Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Separated from food and feedstuffs. See Chemical Dangers. Dry. Well closed. Ventilation along the floor.

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.

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

Odour threshold Not specified

pH value Not applicable

Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) Not specified

Melting point -93.6 °C

Freezing point Not specified

Boiling point 76.1 °C

Flash point Not applicable

Auto-ignition temperature Not applicable

Decomposition temperature Not specified

Flammability (solid, gas) Not flammable

Vapour pressure 120 mm Hg at 25 °C

Relative vapour density at 20°C 4.75 (air= 1)

Density 1.574 at 21 °C

Solubility Reacts with water, ethanol; soluble in benzene, chloroform, ether

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 Reacts violently with water, alcohols, and amines.

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 with oxidants.

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, strong bases, and oxidizing agents.

10.6 Hazardous decomposition products

Hazardous decomposition products When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes of hydrogen chloride and phosphorus oxide.

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1 Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity LD50 Rat oral 550 mg/kg; LC50 Rat inhalation 104 ppm/4 hr; LC50 Rat Inhalation 0.592 mg/L/4 hr

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) H373: May 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) 1809

UN-No. (IMDG) 1809

UN-No. (IATA) 1809

UN-No. (ADN) 1809

UN-No. (RID) 1809

14.2 UN proper shipping name

Proper Shipping Name (ADR) Phosphorus trichloride

Proper Shipping Name (IMDG) Phosphorus trichloride

Proper Shipping Name (IATA) Phosphorus trichloride

Proper Shipping Name (ADN) Phosphorus trichloride

Proper Shipping Name (RID) Phosphorus trichloride

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.