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Safety Data Sheet EN

Trimethyl phosphate

CAS 512-56-1

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Trimethyl phosphate
Product Code
241024
Chemical Name
Trimethyl phosphate

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
512-56-1 Check regulations →
REACH No.
01-2120758624-47-XXXX

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

Manufacturers & Suppliers

A

Aldrich

manufacturer

S

Sigma-Aldrich Chemie GmbH

manufacturer

Eschenstrasse 5, D-82024 TAUFKIRCHEN

+49 (0)89 6513-1130

Emergency Contacts

CHEMTREC Deutschland

0800 181 7059

CHEMTREC weltweit

+49 (0)696 43508409

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H302
Skin Irrit. Cat. 2 H315
Eye Irrit. Cat. 2 H319
Muta. Cat. 1B H340
Carc. Cat. 2 H351

GHS Pictograms

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

Hazard Statements

H302 Harmful if swallowed.
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H340 May cause genetic defects.
H351 Suspected of causing cancer.

Precautionary Statements

P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
P301 + P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell.
P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention.

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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
Trimethyl phosphate EC: 208-144-8 512-56-1 100% Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

After inhalation: fresh air. Call in physician.

Skin contact

Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. Consult a physician.

Eye contact

After eye contact: rinse out with plenty of water. Call in ophthalmologist. Remove contact lenses.

Ingestion

After swallowing: immediately make victim drink water (two glasses at most). Consult a physician.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Water Foam Carbon dioxide (CO2) Dry powder

Unsuitable media

For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.

Specific hazards

Carbon oxides, Oxides of phosphorus. Combustible. Vapors are heavier than air and may spread along floors. Forms explosive mixtures with air on intense heating. Development of hazardous combustion gases or vapours possible in the event of fire.

Instructions

Stay in danger area only with self-contained breathing apparatus. Prevent skin contact by keeping a safe distance or by wearing suitable protective clothing.

Firefighter Protection

Stay in danger area only with self-contained breathing apparatus. Prevent skin contact by keeping a safe distance or by wearing suitable protective clothing.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Do not breathe vapors, aerosols. Avoid substance contact. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an expert.

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains.

Cleanup methods

Take up carefully with liquid-absorbent material (e.g. Chemizorb®). Dispose of properly. Clean up affected area.

Materials: liquid-absorbent material (e.g. Chemizorb®)

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Do not inhale substance/mixture.

Storage

Tightly closed. Keep in a well-ventilated place. Keep locked up or in an area accessible only to qualified or authorized persons.

Hygiene

Immediately change contaminated clothing. Apply preventive skin protection. Wash hands and face after working with substance.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Hands

Full contact: Material: butyl-rubber, Minimum layer thickness: 0,7 mm, Break through time: 480 min, Material tested: Butoject® (KCL 898). Splash contact: Material: Latex gloves, Minimum layer thickness: 0,6 mm, Break through time: 30 min, Material tested: Lapren® (KCL 706 / Aldrich Z677558, Size M). This recommendation applies only to the product stated in the safety data sheet, supplied by us and for the designated use. When dissolving in or mixing with other substances and under conditions deviating from those stated in EN 16523-1 please contact the supplier of CE-approved gloves (e.g. KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, Internet: www.kcl.de).

Eyes

Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Safety glasses

Respiratory

Recommended Filter type: Filter A-(P3). The entrepreneur has to ensure that maintenance, cleaning and testing of respiratory protective devices are carried out according to the instructions of the producer. These measures have to be properly documented.

Skin/Body

protective clothing

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Solubility
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Softening Point
---
Flammability
No data available
Odor
No data available
Crystallisation Point
---
Colour
colorless
Kinematic Viscosity
No data available
Metal Corrosion
---
Upper Explosive Limit
No data available
Ph
No data available
Flash Point
150 °C - closed cup
Freezing Point
---
Appearance
---
Form
---
Density
1,197 g/cm3 at 25 °C - lit.
Bulk Density
---
Relative Density
No data available
Solidification Point
---
Melting Point
-46 °C - lit.
Odor Threshold
---
Properties Status
---
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
---
Vapor Pressure
No data available
Colour Intensity
---
Explosive Limits
---
Voc Content
---
Vapor Density
---
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Dynamic Viscosity
No data available
Solubility In Water
No data available
Lower Explosive Limit
No data available
Evaporation Rate
---
Physical State
clear, liquid
Auto Ignition Temperature
No data available
Cloud Point
---
Partition Coefficient
No data available
Decomposition Temperature
No data available
Physical State Data
liquid
Boiling Point
197 °C - lit.
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature).

Reactivity

Forms explosive mixtures with air on intense heating. A range from approx. 15 Kelvin below the flash point is to be rated as critical.

Hazardous reactions

Exothermic reaction with: Oxidizing agents, Acids. Generates dangerous gases or fumes in contact with: hydrides, strong reducing agents

Avoid

Strong heating.

Incompatible

No data available

Decomposition

In the event of fire: see section 5

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

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

14

Transport Information

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

15

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 Trimethyl phosphate?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Trimethyl phosphate?

Trimethyl phosphate is a clear, liquid with colorless color. It has no data available odor.

What is Trimethyl phosphate used for?

Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

What are the hazard statements for Trimethyl phosphate?

This substance has 5 hazard statements:

  • H302: Harmful if swallowed.
  • H315: Causes skin irritation.
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H340: May cause genetic defects.
  • H351: Suspected of causing cancer.

What is the melting point of Trimethyl phosphate?

The melting point is -46 °C - lit. and the boiling point is 197 °C - lit..