Section 1: Product Identification
Chemical Name: Trimethylsilyl pentamethylcyclopentadiene
CAS Registry Number: 87778-95-8
Formula: [C5(CH3)5]Si(CH3)3
EINECS Number: none
Chemical Family: organosilicon compounds
Synonym: Cyclopentadienyltrimethylsilane
Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Ingredient CAS Number Percent ACGIH (TWA) OSHA (PEL)
Title Compound 87778-95-8 100% no data no data
Section 3: Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview: May be irritating to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract.
Primary Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin, eyes.
Eye Contact: May cause moderate irritation of the eyes.
Skin Contact: May cause slight to mild irritation of the skin.
Inhalation: May cause irritation to the nose, mucous membranes and respiratory tract.
Ingestion: Ingestion may result in the release of a large amount of acetylene gas.
Acute Health Affects: May be irritating to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract.
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 10-15 minutes. A victim may need
Eye Exposure:
assistance in keeping their eye lids open. Get immediate medical attention.
Wash the affected area with water. Remove contaminated clothes if necessary. Seek medical assistance if
Skin Exposure:
irritation persists.
Remove the victim to fresh air. Closely monitor the victim for signs of respiratory problems, such as difficulty
Inhalation:
in breathing, coughing, wheezing, or pain. In such cases seek immediate medical assistance.
Seek medical attention immediately. Keep the victim calm. Give the victim water (only if conscious). Induce
Ingestion:
vomiting only if directed by medical personnel.
SECTION 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point: no data
Autoignition Temperature: no data
Explosion Limits: no data
Extinguishing Medium: carbon dioxide or dry powder
Fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH approved positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:
and full protective clothing.
Hazardous Combustion and If involved in a fire this material may emit carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide and t
Decomposion Products:
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: Highly flammable. Formation of explosive air/vapor mixtures is possible.
SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures
Spill and Leak Procedures: Small spills can be absorbed into vermiculite or other suitable adsorbent. Sweep up and dispose of properly.
SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Handling and Storage: Store the material in a cool, dry place in a tightly sealed container.
SECTION 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
Eye Protection: Always wear approved safety glasses when handling a chemical substance in the laboratory.
Skin Protection: Wear protective clothing and gloves. Consult with glove manufacturer to determine the proper type of glove.
Ventilation: Handle the material 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 with 29 CFR 1910.134.
Ventilation: Handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
Additional Protection: No additional protection required.
SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Color and Form: light yellow liq.
Molecular Weight: 208.42
Melting Point: no data
Boiling Point: 100°C/10 mm
Vapor Pressure: no data
Specific Gravity: no data
Odor: not determined
Solubility in Water: insoluble
SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability: moisture sensitive, (store cold)
Hazardous Polymerization: no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid: contact with heat and ignition sources.
Incompatibility: Strong oxidizing agents and halogens
Decomposition Products: carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, silicon dioxide, and organic fumes.
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 according to federal, state, and local regulations.
SECTION 14: Transportation
Shipping Name (CFR): Flammable liquids, N.O.S.
Hazard Class (CFR): 3
Additional Hazard Class (CFR): NA
Packaging Group (CFR): II
UN ID Number (CFR): UN# 1993
Shipping Name (IATA): Flammable liquid, N.O.S.
Hazard Class (IATA): 3
Additional Hazard Class (IATA): NA
Packaging Group (IATA): II
UN ID Number (IATA): UN# 1993
SECTION 15: Regulatory Information
TSCA: Listed in the TSCA inventory.
SARA (Title 313): Title compound not listed.
Second Ingredient: none
SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
N/A
