Section 1: Product Identification
Chemical Name: Rhenium pentacarbonyl chloride, 98%
CAS Registry Number: 14099-01-5
Formula: Re(CO)5Cl
EINECS Number: 237-948-1
Chemical Family: metal carbonyl complexes
Synonym: none
Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Ingredient CAS Number Percent ACGIH (TWA) OSHA (PEL)
Title Compound 14099-01-5 100% no data no data
Section 3: Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview: Irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract.
Primary Routes of Exposure: Inhalation
Eye Contact: May cause mild irritation to the eyes.
Skin Contact: Causes mild irritation to the skin.
Inhalation: Irritating to the nose mucous membranes and respiratory tract.
Ingestion: No specific information is available on the physiological effects of ingestion. May be harmful if swallowed.
Acute Health Affects: Irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract. Inhalation could lead to headache and dizziness.
Chronic Health Affects: No information available on long-term chronic effects.
NTP: No
IARC: No
OSHA: No
SECTION 4: First Aid Measures
Immediately flush the eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. A victim will need
Eye Exposure:
assistance in keeping their eye lids open. Get immediate medical attention.
Wash the affected area immediately with water. Remove contaminated clothing if necessary. Seek medical
Skin Exposure:
assistance if irritation persists.
Remove victim to fresh air immediately. Keep the victim lying down and warm. Give oxygen as soon as
Inhalation:
possible. If shock occurs, respond with appropriate first aid. Transport the victim to a hospital.
Seek medical attention immediately. Keep the victim calm. Give water to dilute the toxin (only if conscious).
Ingestion:
Induce vomiting only if directed by medical personnel.
SECTION 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point: not applicable
Autoignition Temperature: no data
Explosion Limits: no data
Extinguishing Medium: carbon dioxide, dry chemical or foam
If involved in a fire, fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH-approved positive pressure self-contained
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:
breathing apparatus.
Hazardous Combustion and carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and rhenium oxide dust.
Decomposion Products:
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: No unusual fire or explosion hazards.
SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures
Spill and Leak Procedures: Small quantities can be mixed with sodium carbonate or vermiculite and swept up.
SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Handling and Storage: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat and direct sunlight. Keep containers tightly sealed.
SECTION 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
Eye Protection: Always wear approved safety glasses when handling chemical substances.
Skin Protection: Wear protective clothing and gloves. Consult with glove manufacturer to determine the proper type of glove.
Ventilation: This product should be handled in an efficient fume hood.
If ventilation is not available a respirator should be worn. The use of respirators requires a Respirator
Respirator:
Protection Program to be in compliance 29 CFR 1910.134.
Ventilation: This product should be handled in an efficient fume hood.
Additional Protection: No additional protection required.
SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Color and Form: off-white xtl.
Molecular Weight: 361.71
Melting Point: no data
Boiling Point: no data
Vapor Pressure: no data
Specific Gravity: no data
Odor: none
Solubility in Water: insoluble
SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability: air and moisture stable
Hazardous Polymerization: no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid: none
Incompatibility: oxidizing agents, halogens and active metals
Decomposition Products: carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, organic fumes, hydrogen chloride, and rhenium oxide.
SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
RTECS Data: No information available in the RTECS files.
Carcinogenic Effects: No data available
Mutagenic Effects: No data available
Tetratogenic Effects: No data available
SECTION 12: Ecological Information
Ecological Information: No information available.
SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations
Disposal: Dispose of this material according to local, state and federal regulations.
SECTION 14: Transportation
Shipping Name (CFR): Non-hazardous
Hazard Class (CFR): NA
Additional Hazard Class (CFR): NA
Packaging Group (CFR): NA
UN ID Number (CFR): NA
Shipping Name (IATA): Non-hazardous
Hazard Class (IATA): NA
Additional Hazard Class (IATA): NA
Packaging Group (IATA): NA
UN ID Number (IATA): NA
SECTION 15: Regulatory Information
TSCA: Not listed in the TSCA inventory.
SARA (Title 313): Title compound not listed.
Second Ingredient: none
SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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