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Safety Data Sheet EN

Decabromodiphenyl ether

CAS 1163-19-5

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Decabromodiphenyl ether
Product Code
194425

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
1163-19-5 Check regulations →
REACH No.
A registration number is not available for this substance as the substance or its uses are exempted from registration or the annual tonnage does not require a registration.

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

Manufacturers & Suppliers

Sigma-Aldrich logo

Sigma-Aldrich

manufacturer

http://www.sigmaaldrich.com

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

Repr. Cat. 1B H360D
STOT RE Cat. 1 H372
Aquatic Acute Cat. 1 H400
Aquatic Chronic Cat. 4 H413
Persistent, bioaccumulative and toxic EUH440
Very persistent and very bioaccumulative EUH441

GHS Pictograms

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

GHS09 - Environmental hazard

GHS09

Hazard Statements

H360D May damage the unborn child.
H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary Statements

P201 Obtain special instructions before use.
P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention.
P391 Collect spillage.
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

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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
Decabromodiphenyl ether EC: 214-604-9 1163-19-5 90 - 100% No
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

Combustible. Development of hazardous combustion gases or vapours possible in the event of fire.

Instructions

Suppress (knock down) gases/vapours/mists with a water spray jet.

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

Avoid generation and inhalation of dusts in all circumstances. 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

Cover drains. Collect, bind, and pump off spills. Take up carefully. Dispose of properly. Clean up affected area.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Work under hood. Do not inhale substance/mixture.

Storage

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

Material : Nitrile rubber Break through time : 480 min Glove thickness : 0,11 mm Protective index : Full contact Manufacturer : KCL 741 Dermatril® L Material : Nitrile rubber Break through time : 480 min Glove thickness : 0,11 mm Protective index : Splash contact Manufacturer : KCL 741 Dermatril® L Remarks : 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

required when dusts are generated. Our recommendations on filtering respiratory protection are based on the following standards: DIN EN 143, DIN 14387 and other accompanying standards relating to the used respiratory protection system. Recommended Filter : Filter type P3 type: The entrepeneur 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

Decomposition Temperature
ca. 425 °C
Flash Point
Not applicable
Explosive Limits
---
Colour
white
Lower Explosive Limit
---
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Evaporation Rate
No data available
Upper Explosive Limit
---
Melting Point
> 300 °C
Cloud Point
---
Bulk Density
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Physical State Data
solid
Ph
---
Molecular Weight
959,17 g/mol
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Solubility In Fat
---
Solubility In Water
---
Physical State
solid
Colour Intensity
---
Freezing Point
---
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Boiling Point
No data available
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Softening Point
---
Vapor Density
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
---
Appearance
---
Solidification Point
---
Properties Status
---
Density
3,4 g/cm3
Solubility
Solvent: xylene soluble
Crystallisation Point
---
Vapor Pressure
< 1 Pa (21 °C)
Partition Coefficient
log Pow: 6,625 (25 °C)
Voc Content
---
Odor Threshold
---
Form
---
Flammability
---
Odor
odourless
Relative Density
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

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

Reactivity

The following applies in general to flammable organic substances and mixtures: in correspondingly fine distribution, when whirled up a dust explosion potential may generally be assumed.

Hazardous reactions

No data available

Avoid

no information available

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

UN Number
3077
Shipping Name
ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S. (Decabromodiphenyl ether)
Transport Class
9
Packing Group
III
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 Decabromodiphenyl ether?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Decabromodiphenyl ether?

Decabromodiphenyl ether is a solid with white color. It has odourless odor.

What is the solubility of Decabromodiphenyl ether?

Solvent: xylene soluble

What is Decabromodiphenyl ether used for?

Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

What are the hazard statements for Decabromodiphenyl ether?

This substance has 3 hazard statements:

  • H360D: May damage the unborn child.
  • H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
  • H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

What is the melting point of Decabromodiphenyl ether?

The melting point is > 300 °C and the boiling point is No data available.