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Phosphorus(III) chloride

CAS 7719-12-2
EC 231-749-3

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Phosphorus(III) chloride
Product Code
22988
Chemical Name
Phosphorus(III) chloride

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
7719-12-2 Check regulations →
EC Number
231-749-3 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

800-343-0660

http://www.alfa.com

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

800-343-0660

During normal business hours (Monday-Friday, 8am-7pm EST)

Carechem 24

866-928-0789

After normal business hours

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Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. Cat. 1 H300
Acute Tox. Cat. 1 H330
STOT RE Cat. 2 H373
Skin Corr. Cat. 1A H314
Eye Dam. Cat. 1 H318

GHS Pictograms

GHS06 - Acute toxicity

GHS06

GHS05 - Corrosive

GHS05

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

Hazard Statements

H300 Fatal if swallowed.
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
H318 Causes serious eye damage.
H330 Fatal if inhaled.
H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

Precautionary Statements

P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P301+P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor/.
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.
P320 Specific treatment is urgent (see on this label).
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

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Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance

Chemical characterization: Substances

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Phosphorus(III) chloride EC: 231-749-3 7719-12-2 --- 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.

Symptoms: Causes severe skin burns.

Eye contact

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

Symptoms: Causes serious eye damage.

Ingestion

Do not induce vomiting; immediately call for medical help.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

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06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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

Tightly sealed goggles. Full face protection

Respiratory

Use self-contained respiratory protective device in emergency situations.

Skin/Body

Protective work clothing.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Physical State
Liquid
Physical State Data
liquid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
General Information Appearance
Colour
Yellowish
Colour Intensity
---
Form
Liquid
Odor
Acrid
Odor Threshold
Not determined.
Ph
Not determined.
Melting Point
-111.8 °℃ (-169 ºF)
Boiling Point
76 ℃ (169 ºF)
Flash Point
Not determined
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
Not determined.
Vapor Pressure
127 hPa (95 mm Hg)
Vapor Density
Not determined.
Relative Density
Not determined.
Bulk Density
---
Density
1.57 g/cm3 (13.102 lbs/gal)
Flammability
Not determined.
Upper Explosive Limit
Not determined
Lower Explosive Limit
Not determined
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
Not determined.
Decomposition Temperature
Not determined
Solubility
Reacts violently
Partition Coefficient
Not determined.
Solubility In Water
Reacts violently
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
---
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
Not determined.
Kinematic Viscosity
Not determined.
Properties Status
---
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Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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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

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

14

Transport Information

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

UN Number
UN1809
Shipping Name
Phosphorus trichloride
Transport Class
6.1
Packing Group
I
ADR

Warning: Toxic substances Yes

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Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Phosphorus(III) chloride?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Phosphorus(III) chloride?

Phosphorus(III) chloride is a liquid appearing as general information appearance with yellowish color. It has acrid odor.

What is the solubility of Phosphorus(III) chloride?

Reacts violently

What is Phosphorus(III) chloride used for?

SU24 Scientific research and development

What are the hazard statements for Phosphorus(III) chloride?

This substance has 5 hazard statements:

  • H300: Fatal if swallowed.
  • H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
  • H318: Causes serious eye damage.
  • H330: Fatal if inhaled.
  • H373: May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

What is the melting point of Phosphorus(III) chloride?

The melting point is -111.8 °℃ (-169 ºF) and the boiling point is 76 ℃ (169 ºF).

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