Name:
Picric Acid Reagent ACS
Synonym:
Trinitrophenol; Picronitric acid; 2,4,6-Trinitrophenol; 2,4,6-Trinitrophenyl; Picronitric aci
CAS:
88-89-1
Section 1 - Chemical Product
MSDS Name:Picric Acid Reagent ACS
Synonym:Trinitrophenol; Picronitric acid; 2,4,6-Trinitrophenol; 2,4,6-Trinitrophenyl; Picronitric aci
Synonym:Trinitrophenol; Picronitric acid; 2,4,6-Trinitrophenol; 2,4,6-Trinitrophenyl; Picronitric aci
Section 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
| CAS# | Chemical Name | emsds | EINECS# |
| 88-89-1 | Phenol, 2,4,6-Trinitro- | ca 100% | 201-865-9 |
| Hazard Symbols: T E Risk Phrases: 2 23/24/25 4 43 |
Section 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Risk of explosion by shock, friction, fire or other sources of ignition. Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
Forms very sensitive explosive metallic compounds. May cause sensitization by skin contact.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye irritation. May result in corneal injury.
Skin:
Causes skin irritation. May cause skin sensitization, an allergic reaction, which becomes evident upon re-exposure to this material.
Ingestion:
Harmful if swallowed. May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May cause corrosion and permanent tissue destruction of the esophagus and digestive tract. May cause headache.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation. Material has a low vapor pressure, so exposure to vapor is not likely.
Chronic:
Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis. May cause kidney injury. Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause yellow staining of the skin and conjunctiva and "yellow vision".
Risk of explosion by shock, friction, fire or other sources of ignition. Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
Forms very sensitive explosive metallic compounds. May cause sensitization by skin contact.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye irritation. May result in corneal injury.
Skin:
Causes skin irritation. May cause skin sensitization, an allergic reaction, which becomes evident upon re-exposure to this material.
Ingestion:
Harmful if swallowed. May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May cause corrosion and permanent tissue destruction of the esophagus and digestive tract. May cause headache.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation. Material has a low vapor pressure, so exposure to vapor is not likely.
Chronic:
Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis. May cause kidney injury. Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause yellow staining of the skin and conjunctiva and "yellow vision".
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 immediately. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Skin:
Get medical aid immediately. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
General Information:
Evacuate area and fight fire from a safe distance. As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear.
Exposure to heat may promote violent decomposition. This material is an explosion hazard when exposed to heat, mechanical shock, or friction. This material poses an explosion hazard when dry. Approach fire from upwind to avoid hazardous vapors and toxic decomposition products.
Extinguishing Media:
Do NOT use carbon dioxide. Do NOT use halogenated agents. Use flooding quantities of water as spray. Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out.
Evacuate area and fight fire from a safe distance. As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear.
Exposure to heat may promote violent decomposition. This material is an explosion hazard when exposed to heat, mechanical shock, or friction. This material poses an explosion hazard when dry. Approach fire from upwind to avoid hazardous vapors and toxic decomposition products.
Extinguishing Media:
Do NOT use carbon dioxide. Do NOT use halogenated agents. Use flooding quantities of water as spray. Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out.
Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Remove all sources of ignition. If the material is dry, explosives experts may be necessary to dispose of the spill. Isolate area and deny entry. Provide ventilation. Evacuate unnecessary personnel.
Spills/Leaks:
Remove all sources of ignition. If the material is dry, explosives experts may be necessary to dispose of the spill. Isolate area and deny entry. Provide ventilation. Evacuate unnecessary personnel.
Section 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation.
Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Material is heat, shock and/or friction sensitive. Use care in handling and storage. Loosen closure cautiously before opening. Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Container should be opened by a technically qualified person. Avoid mechanical shock and friction.
Dried crystals may be present within threads of screw top containers and present a detonation hazard when opening. If a bottle of picric acid is old and has a metal cap, care must be exercised as highly shock sensitive metal picrates may have formed.
Storage:
Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. 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 metals. Material can explode if dry. Do not store on concrete.
Separate from organic materials.
Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation.
Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Material is heat, shock and/or friction sensitive. Use care in handling and storage. Loosen closure cautiously before opening. Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Container should be opened by a technically qualified person. Avoid mechanical shock and friction.
Dried crystals may be present within threads of screw top containers and present a detonation hazard when opening. If a bottle of picric acid is old and has a metal cap, care must be exercised as highly shock sensitive metal picrates may have formed.
Storage:
Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. 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 metals. Material can explode if dry. Do not store on concrete.
Separate from organic materials.
Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls:
Use process enclosure, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to control airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower.
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. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.
Use process enclosure, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to control airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower.
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. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.
Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State: Solid
Color: Not available.
Odor: Not available.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point: 121.00 - 123.00 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility in water:
Specific Gravity/Density: 1.7630g/cm3
Molecular Formula: C6H3N3O7
Molecular Weight: 229.11
Section 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability:
Explodes above 572F (300C) with release of oxides of nitrogen.
Conditions to Avoid:
High temperatures, mechanical shock, ignition sources.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Metals, reducing agents, bases, amines, ammonia, concrete (forms friction sensitive calcium picrate).
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Explodes above 572F (300C) with release of oxides of nitrogen.
Conditions to Avoid:
High temperatures, mechanical shock, ignition sources.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Metals, reducing agents, bases, amines, ammonia, concrete (forms friction sensitive calcium picrate).
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
RTECS#:
CAS# 88-89-1: TJ7875000 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 88-89-1: Oral, rat: LD50 = 200 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Phenol, 2,4,6-Trinitro- - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
CAS# 88-89-1: TJ7875000 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 88-89-1: Oral, rat: LD50 = 200 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Phenol, 2,4,6-Trinitro- - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity:
Rainbow trout (Salmo gairdneri), LC50=109.6 mg/L/96 hr; American oysters (Crassotrea virginica), LC50=254.9 mg/L/14 hr; Bluegill (Lepomis macrachirus), LC50=193 mg/L/24 hr
Rainbow trout (Salmo gairdneri), LC50=109.6 mg/L/96 hr; American oysters (Crassotrea virginica), LC50=254.9 mg/L/14 hr; Bluegill (Lepomis macrachirus), LC50=193 mg/L/24 hr
Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.
Section 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION
IATA
Shipping Name: Trinitrophenol
Hazard Class: 1.1
UN Number: 0154
Packing Group: II
IMO
Shipping Name: Trinitrophenol
Hazard Class: 1.1
UN Number: 0154
Packing Group: II
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: Trinitrophenol
Hazard Class: 1.1
UN Number: 0154
Packing group: II
Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: T E
Risk Phrases:
R 2 Risk of explosion by shock, friction, fire or
other sources of ignition.
R 23/24/25 Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin
and if swallowed.
R 4 Forms very sensitive explosive metallic
compounds.
R 43 May cause sensitization by skin contact.
Safety Phrases:
S 28 After contact with skin, wash immediately
with...
S 35 This material and its container must be
disposed of in a safe way.
S 37 Wear suitable gloves.
S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek
medical advice immediately (show the label where
possible).
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 88-89-1: 2
United Kingdom Occupational Exposure Limits
CAS# 88-89-1: OES-United Kingdom, TWA 0.1 mg/m3 TWA
CAS# 88-89-1: OES-United Kingdom, STEL 0.3 mg/m3 STEL
United Kingdom Maximum Exposure Limits
Canada
CAS# 88-89-1 is listed on Canadas DSL List.
CAS# 88-89-1 is listed on Canadas Ingredient Disclosure List.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 88-89-1: OEL-AUSTRALIA:TWA 0.1 mg/m3;STEL 0.3 mg/m3;Skin
OEL-BELGIUM:TWA 0.1 mg/m3;STEL 0.3 mg/m3;Skin
OEL-DENMARK:TWA 0.1 mg/m3;Skin
OEL-FINLAND:TWA 0.1 mg/m3;STEL 0.3 mg/m3;Skin
OEL-FRANCE:TWA 0.1 mg/m3;Skin
OEL-GERMANY:TWA 0.1 mg/m3;Skin
OEL-HUNGARY:TWA 0.1 mg/m3;STEL 0.2 mg/m3;Skin
OEL-THE NETHERLANDS:TWA 0.1 mg/m3;Skin
OEL-THE PHILIPPINES:TWA 0.1 mg/m3;Skin
OEL-POLAND:TWA 0.1 mg/m3
OEL-SWITZERLAND:TWA 0.1 mg/m3;STEL 0.2 mg/m3;Skin
OEL-TURKEY:TWA 0.1 mg/m3;Skin
OEL-UNITED KINGDOM:TWA 0.1 mg/m3;STEL 0.3 mg/m3;Skin
OEL IN BULGARIA, COLOMBIA, JORDAN, KOREA check ACGIH TLV
OEL IN NEW ZEALAND, SINGAPORE, VIETNAM check ACGI TLV
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