Picric Acid

1.1 — Product identifier

Chemical Name

Picric Acid

Catalogue No.

AL3572

Product form

Substance

CAS Number

88-89-1

EC Number

201-865-9

Grade

AR grade

EC Index Number

N/A

Chemical Formula

C6H3N3O7

HSN Code

29089990

Synonyms

2,4,6-Trinitrophenol

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

Use of the substance/mixture

Analytical reagent in histology and clinical chemistry

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

2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008

Expl. 1.1; Acute Tox. 3; Skin Sens. 1; Eye Irrit. 2; Repr. 2; STOT RE 2; Aquatic Chronic 2

Classification source

ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 6954 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements

2.2 — Label elements

Hazard pictograms

Explosive, Acute Toxic, Health Hazard, Environmental Hazard

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H201: Explosive; mass explosion hazard; H301+H311+H331: Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled; H301: Toxic if swallowed; H311: Toxic in contact with skin; H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction; H319: Causes serious eye irritation; H331: Toxic if inhaled; H361f: Suspected of damaging fertility; H373: May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure; H411: Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements

P203, P210, P230, P240, P250, P260, P261, P262, P264, P264+P265, P270, P271, P272, P273, P280, P301+P316, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P316, P318, P319, P321, P330, P333+P317, P337+P317, P361+P364, P362+P364, P370+P380, P372, P373, P391, P401, P403+P233, P405, P501

2.3 — Other hazards

Other hazards

Explosive when dry, toxic, and flammable.

3.1 — Substance

Name

Picric Acid

CAS No.

88-89-1

4.1 — Description of first aid measures

First-aid measures after inhalation

Move to fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.

First-aid measures after skin contact

IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water.

First-aid measures after eye contact

First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center.

First-aid measures after ingestion

Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth and seek medical attention immediately.

4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Symptoms relating to use

Headache, dizziness, nausea, skin irritation, and respiratory distress.

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.

5.1 — Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media

Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.

Unsuitable extinguishing media

Not specified

5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Special procedures

The primary hazard is from blast effect where the entire load can explode instantaneously and not from flying projectiles and fragments.

5.3 — Advice for firefighters

Protection during firefighting

Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.

6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel

Emergency procedures

Evacuate area and eliminate all ignition sources. Wear appropriate protective equipment.

6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Methods for cleaning up

Remove all ignition sources. Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Sweep spilled substance into containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting.

6.4 — Reference to other sections

Reference

Not specified

7.1 — Precautions for safe handling

Precautions for safe handling

Handle under inert gas, avoid friction, impact, and static discharge. Use appropriate PPE.

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

Fireproof. Cool. Substance should be kept wet. Separated from strong oxidants, metals and reducing agents. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.

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.

9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Physical state

Solid

Colour

Yellow

Odour

Odorless

Odour threshold

Not specified

pH value

Not applicable

Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)

Not specified

Melting point

121 °C

Freezing point

Not specified

Boiling point

Explodes above 572 °F

Flash point

150 °C (302 °F) - closed cup

Auto-ignition temperature

572 °F (300 °C).

Decomposition temperature

Not specified

Flammability (solid, gas)

Flammable solid

Vapour pressure

1 mmHg at 383 °F

Relative vapour density at 20°C

7.90 (Air = 1)

Density

1.763 g/cu cm

Solubility

In water, 1.27X10+4 mg/L at 25 °C

Log Pow

1.44

Viscosity, kinematic

Not specified

Viscosity, dynamic

Not specified

Explosive properties

Explosive when dry

Oxidising properties

Not oxidizing

Explosive limits

Not specified

10.1 — Reactivity

Reactivity

Stable under recommended storage conditions; incompatible with strong oxidizers and bases.

10.2 — Chemical stability

Chemical stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions

Possibility of hazardous reactions

May decompose on shock, friction or concussion. May explode on heating. Mixtures with copper, lead, mercury, zinc and other metals are shock-sensitive.

10.4 — Conditions to avoid

Conditions to avoid

Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.

10.5 — Incompatible materials

Incompatible materials

Strong oxidizers, bases, and reducing agents.

10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products

Hazardous decomposition products

Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions - Carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides (NOx).

11.1 — Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity

LD50 Rat (male) oral 290 mg/kg; LD50 Rat (female) oral 200 mg/kg

Skin corrosion/irritation

Not classified (based on available data)

Serious eye damage/irritation

H319: Causes serious eye irritation

Respiratory or skin sensitisation

H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction

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

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

13.1 — Waste treatment methods

Additional Info

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.

14.1 — UN number

UN-No. (ADR)

1344

UN-No. (IMDG)

1344

UN-No. (IATA)

1344

UN-No. (ADN)

1344

UN-No. (RID)

1344

14.2 — UN proper shipping name

Proper Shipping Name (ADR)

Picric Acid, moistened

Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)

Picric Acid, moistened

Proper Shipping Name (IATA)

Picric Acid, moistened

Proper Shipping Name (ADN)

Picric Acid, moistened

Proper Shipping Name (RID)

Picric Acid, moistened

14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)

Transport hazard class(es)

4.1

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

15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture

15.1.1 EU-Regulations

Not specified