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Picloram

CAS 1918-02-1
EC 217-636-1

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Picloram
Product Code
J66702

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
1918-02-1 Check regulations →
EC Number
217-636-1 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

SU24 Scientific research and development

Manufacturers & Suppliers

Alfa Aesar, Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc. logo

Alfa Aesar, Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc.

manufacturer

30 Bond Street, Ward Hill, MA 01835-8099

www.alfa.com

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

(800) 343-0660

Monday-Friday, 8am-7pm EST

Carechem 24

(866) 928-0789

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified warning

Hazard Classifications

Eye Irrit. Cat. 2A H319

GHS Pictograms

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

Hazard Statements

H319 Causes serious eye irritation.

Precautionary Statements

P264 Wash thoroughly after handling.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance

Substances

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
4-Amino-3,5,6-trichloropicolinic acid EC: 217-636-1 1918-02-1 --- No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm. Seek immediate medical advice.

Skin contact

Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. Seek immediate medical advice.

Eye contact

Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor.

Ingestion

Seek medical treatment.

Immediate Medical Attention

Seek immediate medical advice.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Carbon dioxide, extinguishing powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam.

Specific hazards

If this product is involved in a fire, the following can be released: Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide, Nitrogen oxides (NOx), Hydrogen chloride (HCl)

Firefighter Protection

Wear self-contained respirator. Wear fully protective impervious suit.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away.

Environmental

Do not allow product to reach sewage system or any water course.

Cleanup methods

Pick up mechanically.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Keep container tightly sealed. Ensure good ventilation at the workplace.

Storage

Refrigerate. Keep container tightly sealed. Protect from heat.

Fire prevention

No information known.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Properly operating chemical fume hood designed for hazardous chemicals and having an average face velocity of at least 100 feet per minute.

Hands

Impervious gloves. Check protective gloves prior to each use for their proper condition. The selection of suitable gloves not only depends on the material, but also on quality. Quality will vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. Penetration time of glove material (in minutes) Not determined

Eyes

Safety glasses

Respiratory

Use suitable respirator when high concentrations are present.

Skin/Body

Protective work clothing.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Physical State Data
solid
Kinematic Viscosity
Not applicable.
Bulk Density
---
Molecular Weight
---
Form
Powder
Upper Explosive Limit
Not determined
Cloud Point
---
Partition Coefficient
Not determined.
Decomposition Temperature
Not determined
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Explosive Limits
---
Flash Point
> 110 °C (> 230 °F)
Lower Explosive Limit
Not determined
Boiling Point
421 °C (790 °F)
Physical State
Powder
Melting Point
219 °C (426 °F)
Relative Density
Not determined.
Odor
Chlorine-like
Colour
White to off-white
Crystallisation Point
---
Evaporation Rate
Not applicable.
Freezing Point
---
Appearance
Powder
Softening Point
---
Dynamic Viscosity
Not applicable.
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Odor Threshold
Not determined.
Flammability
Not determined.
Solubility In Water
0.43 g/l
Colour Intensity
---
Ph
Not applicable.
Metal Corrosion
---
Voc Content
---
Solidification Point
---
Properties Status
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
Not determined
Density
Not determined
Vapor Density
Not applicable.
Solubility In Fat
---
Vapor Pressure
0.0000003 hPa
Solubility
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Reactivity

No information known.

Hazardous reactions

Reacts with strong oxidizing agents

Avoid

No further relevant information available.

Incompatible

Oxidizing agents, Heat

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide, Nitrogen oxides, Hydrogen chloride (HCl)

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

Treatment

Consult state, local or national regulations to ensure proper disposal.

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
Not applicable
Shipping Name
Not applicable
Transport Class
Not applicable
Packing Group
Not applicable
15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

Chemical Safety Assessment Not performed
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Picloram?

The signal word is warning.

What is the physical form of Picloram?

Picloram is a powder appearing as powder with white to off-white color. It has chlorine-like odor.

What is Picloram used for?

SU24 Scientific research and development

What are the hazard statements for Picloram?

This substance has 1 hazard statement:

  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation.

What is the melting point of Picloram?

The melting point is 219 °C (426 °F) and the boiling point is 421 °C (790 °F).