Name:
Sodium bis(2-methoxyethoxy)aluminumhydride 70 wt% sol. in toluene
Synonym:
RED-AL
CAS:
108-88-3
Section 1 - Chemical Product
MSDS Name:Sodium bis(2-methoxyethoxy)aluminumhydride 70 wt% sol. in toluene
Synonym:RED-AL
Synonym:RED-AL
Section 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
| CAS# | Chemical Name | emsds | EINECS# |
| 108-88-3 | Toluene | 30 | 203-625-9 |
| Hazard Symbols: F C Risk Phrases: 11 15 34 20 63 67 |
Section 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Highly flammable. Contact with water liberates extremely flammable gases. Causes burns. Harmful by inhalation. Possible risk of harm to the unborn child. Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.Water-reactive.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye irritation. When substance becomes wet or comes in contact with moisture of the mucous membranes, it will cause irritation. May cause chemical conjunctivitis and corneal damage.
Skin:
Contact with skin causes irritation and possible burns, especially if the skin is wet or moist. May be absorbed through the skin. May cause cyanosis of the extremities.
Ingestion:
Aspiration hazard. May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May cause effects similar to those for inhalation exposure. Aspiration of material into the lungs may cause chemical pneumonitis, which may be fatal. Ingestion of large amounts may cause CNS depression.
Inhalation:
Inhalation of high concentrations may cause central nervous system effects characterized by nausea, headache, dizziness, unconsciousness and coma. Causes respiratory tract irritation. May cause liver and kidney damage. Aspiration may lead to pulmonary edema. Vapors may cause dizziness or suffocation. Overexposure may cause dizziness, tremors, restlessness, rapid heart beat, increased blood pressure, hallucinations, acidosis, kidney failure. May cause burning sensation in the chest.
Chronic:
Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis. May cause cardiac sensitization and severe heart abnormalities. May cause liver and kidney damage. Effects may be delayed.
Highly flammable. Contact with water liberates extremely flammable gases. Causes burns. Harmful by inhalation. Possible risk of harm to the unborn child. Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.Water-reactive.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye irritation. When substance becomes wet or comes in contact with moisture of the mucous membranes, it will cause irritation. May cause chemical conjunctivitis and corneal damage.
Skin:
Contact with skin causes irritation and possible burns, especially if the skin is wet or moist. May be absorbed through the skin. May cause cyanosis of the extremities.
Ingestion:
Aspiration hazard. May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May cause effects similar to those for inhalation exposure. Aspiration of material into the lungs may cause chemical pneumonitis, which may be fatal. Ingestion of large amounts may cause CNS depression.
Inhalation:
Inhalation of high concentrations may cause central nervous system effects characterized by nausea, headache, dizziness, unconsciousness and coma. Causes respiratory tract irritation. May cause liver and kidney damage. Aspiration may lead to pulmonary edema. Vapors may cause dizziness or suffocation. Overexposure may cause dizziness, tremors, restlessness, rapid heart beat, increased blood pressure, hallucinations, acidosis, kidney failure. May cause burning sensation in the chest.
Chronic:
Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis. May cause cardiac sensitization and severe heart abnormalities. May cause liver and kidney damage. Effects may be delayed.
Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
Eyes: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately.
Skin:
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. If water-reactive products are embedded in the skin, no water should be applied. The embedded products should be covered with a light oil.
Ingestion:
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Possible aspiration hazard. Get medical aid immediately. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Inhalation:
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Do NOT use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. If breathing has ceased apply artificial respiration using oxygen and a suitable mechanical device such as a bag and a mask.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively. Causes cardiac sensitization to endogenous catelcholamines which may lead to cardiac arrhythmias.
Do NOT use adrenergic agents such as epinephrine or pseudoepinephrine.
Skin:
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. If water-reactive products are embedded in the skin, no water should be applied. The embedded products should be covered with a light oil.
Ingestion:
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Possible aspiration hazard. Get medical aid immediately. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Inhalation:
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Do NOT use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. If breathing has ceased apply artificial respiration using oxygen and a suitable mechanical device such as a bag and a mask.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively. Causes cardiac sensitization to endogenous catelcholamines which may lead to cardiac arrhythmias.
Do NOT use adrenergic agents such as epinephrine or pseudoepinephrine.
Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Water runoff can cause environmental damage. Dike and collect water used to fight fire. Vapors may form an explosive mixture with air. Vapors can travel to a source of ignition and flash back. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Will burn if involved in a fire. Water Reactive. Material will react with water and may release a flammable and/or toxic gas. Flammable Liquid. Can release vapors that form explosive mixtures at temperatures above the flashpoint. Water may be ineffective. Material is lighter than water and a fire may be spread by the use of water. Vapors may be heavier than air. They can spread along the ground and collect in low or confined areas. May ignite or explode on contact with steam or moist air. Containers may explode when heated. May re-ignite after fire is extinguished.
Extinguishing Media:
Use water spray to cool fire-exposed containers. Water may be ineffective. DO NOT USE WATER! Do NOT get water inside containers.
Contact professional fire-fighters immediately. Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out. For small fires, use dry chemical, soda ash, lime or sand. For large fires, use dry sand, dry chemical, soda ash or lime or withdraw from area and let fire burn.
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Water runoff can cause environmental damage. Dike and collect water used to fight fire. Vapors may form an explosive mixture with air. Vapors can travel to a source of ignition and flash back. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Will burn if involved in a fire. Water Reactive. Material will react with water and may release a flammable and/or toxic gas. Flammable Liquid. Can release vapors that form explosive mixtures at temperatures above the flashpoint. Water may be ineffective. Material is lighter than water and a fire may be spread by the use of water. Vapors may be heavier than air. They can spread along the ground and collect in low or confined areas. May ignite or explode on contact with steam or moist air. Containers may explode when heated. May re-ignite after fire is extinguished.
Extinguishing Media:
Use water spray to cool fire-exposed containers. Water may be ineffective. DO NOT USE WATER! Do NOT get water inside containers.
Contact professional fire-fighters immediately. Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out. For small fires, use dry chemical, soda ash, lime or sand. For large fires, use dry sand, dry chemical, soda ash or lime or withdraw from area and let fire burn.
Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to waterways.
Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Remove all sources of ignition. Absorb spill using an absorbent, non-combustible material such as earth, sand, or vermiculite. Do not use combustible materials such as sawdust. Use a spark-proof tool. Provide ventilation. Do not expose spill to water.
A vapor suppressing foam may be used to reduce vapors.
Spills/Leaks:
Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to waterways.
Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Remove all sources of ignition. Absorb spill using an absorbent, non-combustible material such as earth, sand, or vermiculite. Do not use combustible materials such as sawdust. Use a spark-proof tool. Provide ventilation. Do not expose spill to water.
A vapor suppressing foam may be used to reduce vapors.
Section 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Do not allow water to get into the container because of violent reaction. Ground and bond containers when transferring material. Use spark-proof tools and explosion proof equipment. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Empty containers retain product residue, (liquid and/or vapor), and can be dangerous. Keep container tightly closed. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Do not allow contact with water. Do not pressurize, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind, or expose empty containers to heat, sparks or open flames. Keep from contact with moist air and steam.
Storage:
Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Keep away from water. Flammables-area.
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Do not allow water to get into the container because of violent reaction. Ground and bond containers when transferring material. Use spark-proof tools and explosion proof equipment. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Empty containers retain product residue, (liquid and/or vapor), and can be dangerous. Keep container tightly closed. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Do not allow contact with water. Do not pressurize, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind, or expose empty containers to heat, sparks or open flames. Keep from contact with moist air and steam.
Storage:
Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Keep away from water. Flammables-area.
Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls:
Use explosion-proof ventilation equipment. Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower.
Exposure Limits CAS# 108-88-3: United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: 50 ppm TWA; 191 mg/m3 TWA United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: 150 ppm STEL; 574 mg/m3 STEL United States OSHA: 200 ppm TWA; 300 ppm Ceiling Belgium - TWA: 50 ppm VLE; 191 mg/m3 VLE France - VME: 100 ppm VME; 375 mg/m3 VME France - VLE: 150 ppm VLE; 550 mg/m3 VLE Germany: 50 ppm TWA; 190 mg/m3 TWA Germany: Skin absorber Japan: 50 ppm OEL; 188 mg/m3 OEL Malaysia: 50 ppm TWA; 188 mg/m3 TWA Netherlands: 40 ppm MAC; 150 mg/m3 MAC Russia: 50 mg/m3 TWA Spain: 50 ppm VLA-ED; 191 mg/m3 VLA-ED CAS# 22722-98-1: United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: (listed as aluminum, soluble salts): 2 mg/m3 TWA United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: (listed as aluminum, soluble salts): mg/m3 STEL Belgium - TWA: (listed as aluminum, soluble salts): 2 mg/m3 VLE ( Al) France - VME: (listed as aluminum, soluble salts): 2 mg/m3 VME Germany: (listed as aluminum, soluble salts): 2 mg/m3 VME Malaysia: (listed as aluminum, soluble salts): 2 mg/m3 TWA (as Al Spain: (listed as aluminum, soluble salts): 2 mg/m3 VLA-ED (as Al Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHAs eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
Use explosion-proof ventilation equipment. Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower.
Exposure Limits CAS# 108-88-3: United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: 50 ppm TWA; 191 mg/m3 TWA United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: 150 ppm STEL; 574 mg/m3 STEL United States OSHA: 200 ppm TWA; 300 ppm Ceiling Belgium - TWA: 50 ppm VLE; 191 mg/m3 VLE France - VME: 100 ppm VME; 375 mg/m3 VME France - VLE: 150 ppm VLE; 550 mg/m3 VLE Germany: 50 ppm TWA; 190 mg/m3 TWA Germany: Skin absorber Japan: 50 ppm OEL; 188 mg/m3 OEL Malaysia: 50 ppm TWA; 188 mg/m3 TWA Netherlands: 40 ppm MAC; 150 mg/m3 MAC Russia: 50 mg/m3 TWA Spain: 50 ppm VLA-ED; 191 mg/m3 VLA-ED CAS# 22722-98-1: United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: (listed as aluminum, soluble salts): 2 mg/m3 TWA United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: (listed as aluminum, soluble salts): mg/m3 STEL Belgium - TWA: (listed as aluminum, soluble salts): 2 mg/m3 VLE ( Al) France - VME: (listed as aluminum, soluble salts): 2 mg/m3 VME Germany: (listed as aluminum, soluble salts): 2 mg/m3 VME Malaysia: (listed as aluminum, soluble salts): 2 mg/m3 TWA (as Al Spain: (listed as aluminum, soluble salts): 2 mg/m3 VLA-ED (as Al Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHAs eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State: Liquid
Color: light amber
Odor: None reported.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: 65 cP 20 deg C
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point: Not available.
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Flash Point: 4 deg C ( 39.20 deg F)
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature: 170 deg C
Solubility in water: reacts
Specific Gravity/Density: 1.0360g/cm3
Molecular Formula: C6H16AlO4Na
Molecular Weight: 202.16
Section 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. Combines vigorously or explosively with water.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, ignition sources, excess heat, strong oxidants, exposure to moist air or water.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Water, acids, acid chlorides, acid anhydrides, alcohols.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide, hydrogen gas, hydrogen gas.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. Combines vigorously or explosively with water.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, ignition sources, excess heat, strong oxidants, exposure to moist air or water.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Water, acids, acid chlorides, acid anhydrides, alcohols.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide, hydrogen gas, hydrogen gas.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
RTECS#:
CAS# 108-88-3: XS5250000 CAS# 22722-98-1 unlisted.
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 108-88-3: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 870 ug Mild; Draize test, rabbit, eye: 2 mg/24H Severe; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 435 mg Mild; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 500 mg Moderate; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 20 mg/24H Moderate; Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 400 ppm/24H; Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 30000 mg/m3/2H; Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 19900 mg/m3/7H; Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 10000 mg/m3; Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 49 gm/m3/4H; Oral, rat: LD50 = 636 mg/kg; Skin, rabbit: LD50 = 14100 uL/kg.
CAS# 22722-98-1.
Carcinogenicity:
Toluene - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Sodium bis(2-methoxyethoxy)aluminumhydride - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
CAS# 108-88-3: XS5250000 CAS# 22722-98-1 unlisted.
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 108-88-3: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 870 ug Mild; Draize test, rabbit, eye: 2 mg/24H Severe; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 435 mg Mild; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 500 mg Moderate; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 20 mg/24H Moderate; Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 400 ppm/24H; Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 30000 mg/m3/2H; Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 19900 mg/m3/7H; Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 10000 mg/m3; Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 49 gm/m3/4H; Oral, rat: LD50 = 636 mg/kg; Skin, rabbit: LD50 = 14100 uL/kg.
CAS# 22722-98-1.
Carcinogenicity:
Toluene - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Sodium bis(2-methoxyethoxy)aluminumhydride - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity:
Bluegill LC50=17 mg/L/24H Shrimp LC50=4.3 ppm/96H Fathead minnow LC50=36.2 mg/L/96H Sunfish (fresh water) TLm=1180 mg/L/96H
Bluegill LC50=17 mg/L/24H Shrimp LC50=4.3 ppm/96H Fathead minnow LC50=36.2 mg/L/96H Sunfish (fresh water) TLm=1180 mg/L/96H
Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.
Section 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION
IATA
Shipping Name: WATER-REACTIVE LIQUID, N.O.S.*
Hazard Class: 4.3
UN Number: 3148
Packing Group: I
IMO
Shipping Name: WATER-REACTIVE LIQUID, N.O.S.
Hazard Class: 4.3
UN Number: 3148
Packing Group: I
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: WATER-REACTIVE LIQUID, N.O.S.
Hazard Class: 4.3
UN Number: 3148
Packing group: I
USA RQ: CAS# 108-88-3: 1000 lb final RQ; 454 kg final RQ
Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: F C
Risk Phrases:
R 11 Highly flammable.
R 15 Contact with water liberates extremely
flammable gases.
R 20 Harmful by inhalation.
R 34 Causes burns.
R 63 Possible risk of harm to the unborn child.
R 67 Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.
Safety Phrases:
S 7 Keep container tightly closed.
S 8 Keep container dry.
S 9 Keep container in a well-ventilated place.
S 16 Keep away from sources of ignition - No
smoking.
S 24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
S 25 Avoid contact with eyes.
S 29 Do not empty into drains.
S 33 Take precautionary measures against static
discharges.
S 37/39 Wear suitable gloves and eye/face
protection.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 108-88-3: 2
CAS# 22722-98-1: 2
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CAS# 22722-98-1 is listed on Canadas DSL List.
CAS# 108-88-3 is listed on Canadas Ingredient Disclosure List.
CAS# 22722-98-1 is not listed on Canadas Ingredient Disclosure List.
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CAS# 22722-98-1 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
