What is Tetranitromethane?
Tetranitromethane (CAS: 509-14-8). It's a light yellow substance commonly used Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances
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Classification
Hazard Statements
- H271: May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidizer.
- H301: Toxic if swallowed.
- H315: Causes skin irritation.
- H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
- H330: Fatal if inhaled.
- H335: May cause respiratory irritation.
- H351: Suspected of causing cancer.
Precautionary Statements
- P201: Obtain special instructions before use.
- P202: Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
- P210: Keep away from heat.
- P220: Keep/Store away from clothing/ combustible materials.
- P221: Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustibles.
- P260: Do not breathe dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray.
- P264: Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
- P270: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
- P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
- P280: Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
- P283: Wear fire/ flame resistant/ retardant clothing.
- P284: Wear respiratory protection.
- P301 + P310 + P330: IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. Rinse mouth.
- P302 + P352: IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
- P304 + P340 + P310: IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor.
- P305 + P351 + P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- P306 + P360: IF ON CLOTHING: rinse immediately contaminated clothing and skin with plenty of water before removing clothes.
- P308 + P313: IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention.
- P332 + P313: If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention.
- P337 + P313: If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention.
- P362: Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
- P370 + P378: In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish.
- P371 + P380 + P375: In case of major fire and large quantities: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion.
- P403 + P233: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
- P405: Store locked up.
- P501: Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
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Frequently Asked Questions
View full documentationWhat is the hazard signal word for Tetranitromethane?
The signal word for this substance is "danger".
What is the physical form of Tetranitromethane?
Tetranitromethane is a liquid appearing as light yellow with light yellow color.
What is Tetranitromethane used for?
Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances
What are the hazard statements for Tetranitromethane?
This substance has 7 hazard statements: H271: May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidizer. H301: Toxic if swallowed. H315: Causes skin irritation. H319: Causes serious eye irritation. H330: Fatal if inhaled. H335: May cause respiratory irritation. H351: Suspected of causing cancer.
What is the melting point of Tetranitromethane?
The melting point is 13 - 14 ℃ (55 - 57 ºF) and the boiling point is 126 °℃ (259 ºF).