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Silicon tetrafluoride

DANGER liquid SDS/MSDS

Chemical Product Identification & Regulatory Data

Official chemical identifiers, CAS numbers, and regulatory compliance information

Basic Product Information

Product Name
Silicon tetrafluoride
Product Code
463019
Chemical Name
Silicon tetrafluoride
Synonyms
Silicon(IV) fluoride

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number

Chemical Abstracts Service registry number - unique identifier for chemical substances

EC Number

European Community number - used for regulatory compliance in EU/EEA

Uses Information

Identified Uses
Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances

Overview

Silicon tetrafluoride (CAS: 7783-61-1 ) is a liquid substance commonly used laboratory chemicals, synthesis of substances.

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GHS Hazard Classification & Safety Warnings

Globally Harmonized System (GHS) hazard pictograms, signal words, and safety classifications

Classification Status

Classified

Signal Word

danger (Danger)

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. Category 2 H300
Acute Tox. Category 2 H310
Skin Corr. Category 1B H314
Eye Dam. Category 1 H318

GHS Hazard Pictograms & Safety Symbols

GHS06 GHS Hazard Pictogram: Acute toxicity hazard - Poisonous materials that can cause death or serious harm

GHS06

GHS05 GHS Hazard Pictogram: Corrosive hazard - Materials that can cause severe skin burns and eye damage

GHS05

GHS (Globally Harmonized System) pictograms indicate specific chemical hazard categories and safety precautions

Hazard Statements

  • H300: Fatal if swallowed or in contact with skin
  • H310: Fatal if swallowed or in contact with skin
  • H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

Precautionary Statements

  • P262: Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
  • P264: Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P270: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
  • P280: Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
  • P301+P310: IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor.
  • P301+P330+P331: IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
  • P303+P361+P353: IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/ Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.
  • P304+P340: IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
  • P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P310: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor.
  • P322: Specific measures (see supplemental first aid instructions on this label).
  • P361: Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
  • P363: Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
  • P405: Store locked up.
  • P501: Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

Chemical Manufacturers & Supply Chain

Authorized suppliers, manufacturers, and distribution network information

Sigma-Aldrich

manufacturer

📍

3050 Spruce Street, SAINT LOUIS MO 63103, USA

🌍

US

📞

+1 800-325-5832

📠

+1 800-325-5052

24/7 Emergency Response & Poison Control

Critical emergency contact numbers for chemical spills, exposure incidents, and medical emergencies

CHEMTREC

📞

+1-703-527-3887

🌍

US

Chemical Composition & Hazardous Ingredients

Detailed component analysis, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Chemical Components & Hazardous Substances

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Silicon tetrafluoride
EC: 232-015-5
7783-61-1 100% ⚠️ Hazardous

Emergency First Aid Measures

Critical first aid procedures for chemical exposure incidents and medical emergencies

🫁 Inhalation Exposure

If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.

🖐️ Skin Contact

Take off contaminated clothing and shoes immediately. Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Take victim immediately to hospital. Consult a physician. First treatment with calcium gluconate paste.

👁️ Eye Contact

Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician. Continue rinsing eyes during transport to hospital.

🍽️ Ingestion/Swallowing

Do NOT induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.

Related Chemical Substances & Alternative Products

Similar chemicals with comparable safety profiles and industrial applications

Technical Specifications & Material Properties

Physical state, chemical properties, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

🧪 Physical State
liquid
Critical Property
📊 Physical State Data
liquid
📊 State Under Standard Conditions
Not available
👁️ Appearance
liquid
🎨 Colour
Not available
📊 Colour Intensity
Not available
📊 Form
liquid
👃 Odor
No data available
📊 Odor Threshold
No data available
🧪 Ph
No data available
🧊 Melting Point
-90 ℃ (-130 °F) - lit.
Critical Property
💨 Boiling Point
-86 °℃ (-123 °F) - lit.
Critical Property
🔥 Flash Point
Not applicable
Critical Property
📊 Freezing Point
Not available
📊 Softening Point
Not available
📊 Solidification Point
Not available
📊 Cloud Point
Not available
📊 Crystallisation Point
Not available
📊 Relative Evaporation Rate
Not available
💨 Evaporation Rate
No data available
💨 Vapor Pressure
No data available
📊 Vapor Density
No data available
📊 Relative Density
3.57 g/cm3 at 25 ℃ (77 ºF)
📊 Bulk Density
Not available
⚖️ Density
Not available
🔥 Flammability
No data available
📊 Upper Explosive Limit
No data available
📊 Lower Explosive Limit
No data available
📊 Explosive Limits
Not available
📊 Auto Ignition Temperature
No data available
📊 Decomposition Temperature
No data available
💧 Solubility
No data available
📊 Partition Coefficient
No data available
📊 Solubility In Water
No data available
📊 Solubility In Fat
Not available
📊 Molecular Weight
Not available
📊 Voc Content
Not available
📊 Metal Corrosion
Not available
📊 Dynamic Viscosity
No data available
📊 Kinematic Viscosity
No data available
📊 Properties Status
Not available

Exposure Controls & Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and required safety equipment

🏭 Engineering Controls

Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling the product.

🧤 Hand Protection

Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands.

👁️ Eye Protection

Tightly fitting safety goggles. Faceshield (8-inch minimum). Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).

😷 Respiratory Protection

Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a full-face respirator with multi-purpose combination (US) or type AXBEK (EN 14387) respirator cartridges as a backup to engineering controls. If the respirator is the sole means of protection, use a full-face supplied air respirator. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).

🦺 Skin/Body Protection

Complete suit protecting against chemicals, Flame retardant protective clothing, The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.

🌍 Environmental Exposure Controls

Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains.

Transportation & Shipping Information

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

🏷️ UN Number

1859

📦 Proper Shipping Name

Silicon tetrafluoride

⚠️ Transport Hazard Class

2.3 (8)

Chemical Safety FAQ & Common Questions

Most frequently asked questions about safety, handling, storage, and regulatory compliance

What other names is Silicon tetrafluoride known by?

Silicon tetrafluoride is also known as: Silicon(IV) fluoride

What is the hazard signal word for Silicon tetrafluoride?

The signal word for this substance is "danger".

What is the physical form of Silicon tetrafluoride?

Silicon tetrafluoride is a liquid appearing as liquid . It has no data available odor.

What is the solubility of Silicon tetrafluoride?

No data available

What is Silicon tetrafluoride used for?

Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances

What are the hazard statements for Silicon tetrafluoride?

This substance has 3 hazard statements: H300: Fatal if swallowed or in contact with skin H310: Fatal if swallowed or in contact with skin H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

What is the melting point of Silicon tetrafluoride?

The melting point is -90 ℃ (-130 °F) - lit. and the boiling point is -86 °℃ (-123 °F) - lit..