SECTION 1. IDENTIFICATION
Product Identifiers: All applicable American Elements product codes for CAS #1795-64-8
Relevant identified uses of the substance: Scientific research and development
Supplier details:
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SECTION 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification
This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200)
Label Elements
Signal Word
Warning
Hazard Statements
Flammable liquid and vapor
Causes skin irritation
Causes serious eye irritation
Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
Precautionary Statements
Prevention
Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray
Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area
Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking
Keep container tightly closed
Ground/bond container and receiving equipment
Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/equipment
Use only non-sparking tools
Take precautionary measures against static discharge
Inhalation
IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
Skin
Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention
IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower
Wash contaminated clothing before reuse
Eyes
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention
Ingestion
IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
Rinse mouth
Fire
In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC)
None identified
SECTION 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Tellurium(IV) isopropoxide
CAS-No: 1795-64-8
SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES
General Advice If symptoms persist, call a physician.
Eye Contact Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention.
Skin Contact Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If skin irritation persists,
call a physician.
Inhalation Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Get medical attention if
symptoms occur.
Ingestion Clean mouth with water and drink afterwards plenty of water.
Most important symptoms and effects
Difficulty in breathing. Symptoms of overexposure may be headache, dizziness, tiredness,
nausea and vomiting
Notes to Physician Treat symptomatically
SECTION 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable Extinguishing Media Water mist may be used to cool closed containers.
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media No information available
Flash Point No information available
Method - No information available
Autoignition Temperature No information available
Explosion Limits
Upper No data available
Lower No data available
Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact No information available
Sensitivity to Static Discharge No information available
Specific Hazards Arising from the Chemical
Flammable. Containers may explode when heated. Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back.
Hazardous Combustion Products
None known.
Protective Equipment and Precautions for Firefighters
As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear.
SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precautions Ensure adequate ventilation. Use personal protective equipment as required. Remove all sources of ignition. Take precautionary measures against static discharges.
Environmental Precautions Should not be released into the environment. See Section 12 for additional Ecological Information.
Methods for Containment and Clean Up
Soak up with inert absorbent material. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.
Remove all sources of ignition. Use spark-proof tools and explosion-proof equipment.
SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling Wear personal protective equipment/face protection. Ensure adequate ventilation. Do not
get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Keep away from open
flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Use only non-sparking tools. Take
precautionary measures against static discharges.
Storage Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Keep away from heat,
sparks and flame.
SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Guidelines This product does not contain any hazardous materials with occupational exposure limitsestablished by the region specific regulatory bodies.
Engineering Measures Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location.
Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas. Use explosion-proof
electrical/ventilating/lighting/equipment.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eye/face Protection Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin and body protection Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respiratory Protection Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
Hygiene Measures Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.
SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State Liquid
Appearance Colorless
Odor Alcohol
Odor Threshold No information available
pH No information available
Melting Point/Range No data available
Boiling Point/Range 76 °C / 168.8 °F
Flash Point No information available
Evaporation Rate No information available
Flammability (solid,gas) Not applicable
Flammability or explosive limits
Upper No data available
Lower No data available
Vapor Pressure No information available
Vapor Density No information available
Specific Gravity No information available
Solubility No information available
Partition coefficient; n-octanol/water No data available
Autoignition Temperature No information available
Decomposition Temperature No information available
Viscosity No information available
SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactive Hazard None known, based on information available
Stability Stable under normal conditions.
Conditions to Avoid Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition.
Incompatible Materials Strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition ProductsNone under normal use conditions
Hazardous Polymerization Hazardous polymerization does not occur.
Hazardous Reactions None under normal processing.
SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute Toxicity
Product Information
Component Information
Toxicologically Synergistic Products
No information available
Delayed and immediate effects as well as chronic effects from short and long-term exposure
Irritation No information available
Sensitization No information available
Mutagenic Effects No information available
Reproductive Effects No information available.
Developmental Effects No information available.
Teratogenicity No information available.
STOT - single exposure None known
STOT - repeated exposure None known
Aspiration hazard No information available
Symptoms / effects,both acute and delayed
Symptoms of overexposure may be headache, dizziness, tiredness, nausea and vomiting
Endocrine Disruptor Information No information available
Other Adverse Effects The toxicological properties have not been fully investigated.
SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity
Do not empty into drains.
Persistence and Degradability Persistence is unlikely based on information available.
Bioaccumulation/ Accumulation No information available.
Mobility Will likely be mobile in the environment due to its volatility.
SECTION 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste Disposal Methods Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a hazardous waste. Chemical waste generators must also consult local, regional, and national hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification.
SECTION 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT
UN-No UN1993
Proper Shipping Name Flammable liquid, n.o.s.
Technical Name (Tellurium(IV) isopropoxide)
Hazard Class 3
Packing Group III
TDG
UN-No UN1993
Proper Shipping Name Flammable liquid, n.o.s.
Hazard Class 3
Packing Group III
IATA
UN-No UN1993
Proper Shipping Name Flammable liquid, n.o.s.
Hazard Class 3
Packing Group III
IMDG/IMO
UN-No UN1993
Proper Shipping Name Flammable liquid, n.o.s.
Hazard Class 3
Packing Group III
SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
U.S. Federal Regulations
SARA 313 Not applicable
SARA 311/312 Hazard Categories See section 2 for more information
CWA (Clean Water Act) Not applicable
Clean Air Act Not applicable
OSHA - Occupational Safety and
Health Administration
Not applicable
CERCLA Not applicable
California Proposition 65 This product does not contain any Proposition 65 chemicals.
U.S. State Right-to-Know
Regulations
Not applicable
U.S. Department of Transportation
Reportable Quantity (RQ): N
DOT Marine Pollutant N
DOT Severe Marine Pollutant N
U.S. Department of Homeland
Security
This product does not contain any DHS chemicals.
Other International Regulations
Mexico - Grade No information available
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Safety Data Sheet according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH). The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any guarantee of the properties of the product. American Elements shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale. COPYRIGHT 1997-2022 AMERICAN ELEMENTS. LICENSED GRANTED TO MAKE UNLIMITED PAPER COPIES FOR INTERNAL USE ONLY.
