Sodium Pentachlorophenate
- CAS Number
- 131-52-2
- HSN Code
- 29071190
- Molecular Formula
- C6Cl5NaO
- Catalogue Number
- AL4229
- Purity
- 80%
- Molecular Weight
- 288.32 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Sodium pentachlorophenate is a white or tan, powdered solid. It is soluble in water and may burn, but it is not easily ignited.
Also known as Sentobrite.
- Catalogue No.
- AL4229
- CAS Number
- 131-52-2
- Molecular Formula
- C6Cl5NaO
- Molecular Weight
- 288.32 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 29071190
- Grade
- Extra Pure
- Product Form
- Substance
Density: 2.0 mgL at 22 °C4 °C; Solubility: In water, 3.30X10+5 mg/L at 25 °C.
- Appearance
- White crystalline solid
- Shelf Life
- -
- Packaging
- Available in: 500 gm plastic bottle
- Storage
- Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Separated from food and feedstuffs. See Chemical Dangers. Well closed. Keep in a well-ventilated room.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Sodium Pentachlorophenate
- Catalogue No.
- AL4229
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 131-52-2
- EC Number
- 205-025-2
- Grade
- Extra Pure
- EC Index Number
- Not specified
- Chemical Formula
- C6Cl5NaO
- HSN Code
- 29071190
- Synonyms
- Sentobrite
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Wood preservative, herbicide, reference compound in research
- 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
- Acute Tox. 3; Skin Irrit. 2; Eye Irrit. 2; Acute Tox. 2; STOT SE 3; Carc. 2; Aquatic Acute 1; Aquatic Chronic 1
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 23663539 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Acute Toxic, Health Hazard, Environmental Hazard
- Signal word
- Danger
- Hazard statements
- H301+H311: Toxic if swallowed or in contact with skin; H301: Toxic if swallowed; H311: Toxic in contact with skin; H315: Causes skin irritation; H319: Causes serious eye irritation; H330: Fatal if inhaled; H335: May cause respiratory irritation; H351: Suspected of causing cancer; H400: Very toxic to aquatic life; H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
- Precautionary statements
- P203, P260, P261, P262, P264, P264+P265, P270, P271, P273, P280, P284, P301+P316, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P316, P318, P319, P320, P321, P330, P332+P317, P337+P317, P361+P364, P362+P364, P391, P403+P233, P405, P501
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- Suspected carcinogen; highly toxic.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Sodium Pentachlorophenate
- CAS No.
- 131-52-2
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
- Wash with soap and water. Seek medical attention if irritation develops.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
- 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
- Symptoms of exposure may include respiratory distress, skin irritation, and 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.
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
- Toxic fumes may be released in a fire. Use appropriate fire-fighting measures.
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 ventilate. Wear appropriate protective equipment. Contain and collect spillage.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered sealable 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 with care. Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) including gloves and masks.
- 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. Well closed. Keep in a well-ventilated room.
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 respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation occurs.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Solid
- Colour
- Tan to brown
- Odour
- Phenolic odor
- Odour threshold
- Not specified
- pH value
- Not specified
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- Not specified
- Melting point
- Approx. 200 °C
- Freezing point
- Not specified
- Boiling point
- Not specified
- Flash point
- Not specified
- Auto-ignition temperature
- Not specified
- Decomposition temperature
- Not specified
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Not specified
- Vapour pressure
- Not specified
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- Not specified
- Density
- 2.0 mgL at 22 °C4 °C
- Solubility
- In water, 3.30X10+5 mg/L at 25 °C
- Log Pow
- 1.3 at pH 10
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not specified
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not specified
- Explosive properties
- Not specified
- Oxidising properties
- Not specified
- Explosive limits
- Not specified
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Stable under normal conditions, but may react with strong oxidizing agents.
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 dioxins. Reacts with strong oxidants.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Strong oxidizers, strong acids.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- Decomposes on heating.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Rat oral 126 mg/kg; LD50 Mouse oral 197 mg/kg; LD50 Rat sc 66 mg/kg
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- H315: Causes skin irritation
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- H319: Causes serious eye irritation
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Carcinogenicity
- H351: Suspected of causing cancer
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- H335: May cause respiratory irritation
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
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)
- UN 2567
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- UN 2567
- UN-No. (IATA)
- UN 2567
- UN-No. (ADN)
- UN 2567
- UN-No. (RID)
- UN 2567
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Sodium Pentachlorophenate
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Sodium Pentachlorophenate
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Sodium Pentachlorophenate
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Sodium Pentachlorophenate
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Sodium Pentachlorophenate
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
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Sodium pentachlorophenate is primarily used as a reference compound in historical wood-preservative and herbicide chemistry research. Its effectiveness as a wood preservative has made it a subject of study in the development of safer and more environmentally friendly alternatives. Additionally, it has applications in the agricultural sector for controlling various pests and diseases in crops, although its use has declined due to safety concerns. The compound is also utilized in laboratory settings for analytical purposes, particularly in studies related to chlorinated phenols and their environmental impact.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL01405
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 288.32 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Description | Buff colored crystalline powder | Buff colored crystalline powder |
| Assay | (Min.) 99% | 99.71% |
| Melting point | About 300°C | 300°C |
The above product complies with EP grade
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Extra Pure | 80% | Approx. 200 °C | <1% | <0.5% | <1% | In water, 3.30X10+5 mg/L at 25 °C |
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