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Terephthaloyl chloride

CAS 100-20-9
EC 202-829-5

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Terephthaloyl chloride
Product Code
43802

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
100-20-9 Check regulations →
EC Number
202-829-5 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

http://www.alfa.com

Emergency Contacts

Alfa Aesar / Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc.

(800) 343-0660

Monday-Friday, 8am-7pm EST

Carechem 24

(866) 928-0789

After normal business hours

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. Cat. 3 H331
Skin Corr. Cat. 1B H314
Eye Dam. Cat. 1 H318

GHS Pictograms

GHS05 - Corrosive

GHS05

GHS06 - Acute toxicity

GHS06

Hazard Statements

H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
H331 Toxic if inhaled.

Precautionary Statements

P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P301 + P330 + P331 IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
P303 + P361 + P353 If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Terephthaloyl chloride EC: 202-829-5 100-20-9 --- 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

CO2, sand, extinguishing powder.

Unsuitable media

Water

Specific hazards

Reacts violently with water. Reacts with water forming hydrochloric acid (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

Keep unprotected persons away.

Environmental

Do not allow material to be released to the environment without proper governmental permits.

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. Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers. Ensure good ventilation at the workplace.

Storage

Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers. Protect from humidity and water. Keep container tightly sealed.

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.

Eyes

Tightly sealed goggles. Full face protection.

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

Melting Point
81-83 °C (178-181 °F)
Odor
Not determined
Upper Explosive Limit
Not determined
Colour Intensity
---
Vapor Density
Not applicable
Flash Point
180 °C (356 °F)
Metal Corrosion
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Voc Content
---
Solidification Point
---
Solubility In Water
Reacts violently
Flammability
Not determined.
Partition Coefficient
Not determined
Odor Threshold
Not determined
Dynamic Viscosity
Not applicable
Boiling Point
Not determined
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
---
Kinematic Viscosity
Not applicable
Relative Density
Not determined.
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Lower Explosive Limit
Not determined
Bulk Density
---
Physical State Data
solid
Explosive Limits
---
Cloud Point
---
Form
Powder
Ph
Not applicable
Appearance
Powder
Auto Ignition Temperature
Not determined
Density
Not determined
Evaporation Rate
Not applicable
Freezing Point
---
Properties Status
---
Physical State
Powder
Solubility
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Decomposition Temperature
Not determined
Colour
White
Vapor Pressure
0.0266 hPa
Softening Point
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Reactivity

Reacts violently with water.

Hazardous reactions

Reacts with water forming hydrochloric acid (HCl) Reacts violently with water

Avoid

No further relevant information available.

Incompatible

Oxidizing agents Alcohols Bases Water/moisture

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide 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.

Disposal

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

14

Transport Information

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

UN Number
UN3261
Shipping Name
CORROSIVE SOLID, ACIDIC, ORGANIC, N.O.S. (Terephthaloyl chloride)
Transport Class
8
Packing Group
II
IMDG

Warning: Corrosive substances

IATA

Warning: Corrosive substances

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 Terephthaloyl chloride?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Terephthaloyl chloride?

Terephthaloyl chloride is a powder appearing as powder with white color. It has not determined odor.

What is Terephthaloyl chloride used for?

SU24 Scientific research and development

What are the hazard statements for Terephthaloyl chloride?

This substance has 2 hazard statements:

  • H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
  • H331: Toxic if inhaled.

What is the melting point of Terephthaloyl chloride?

The melting point is 81-83 °C (178-181 °F) and the boiling point is Not determined.