SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
Product identifiers
Product name : Diethylaluminum cyanide solution
REACH No. : A registration number is not available for this substance as the substance
or its uses are exempted from registration, the annual tonnage does not
require a registration or the registration is envisaged for a later
registration deadline.
Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Identified uses : Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Flammable liquids (Category 2), H225
Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 2), H300
Acute toxicity, Inhalation (Category 1), H330
Acute toxicity, Dermal (Category 3), H311
Skin irritation (Category 2), H315
Reproductive toxicity (Category 2), H361d
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure (Category 3), H336
Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure (Category 2), H373
Aspiration hazard (Category 1), H304
Acute aquatic toxicity (Category 1), H400
For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.
Classification according to EU Directives 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC
F Highly flammable R11
T+ Very toxic R26/27/28
Xn Harmful R65, R48/20
Xn Harmful R63
Xi Irritant R38
N Dangerous for the R50/53
environment
R32
For the full text of the R-phrases mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.
Label elements
Labelling according Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Pictogram
Signal word Danger
Hazard statement(s)
H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
H300 Fatal if swallowed.
H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
H311 Toxic in contact with skin.
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H330 Fatal if inhaled.
H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
H361d Suspected of damaging the unborn child.
H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
H400 Very toxic to aquatic life.
Precautionary statement(s)
P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking.
P260 Do not breathe dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray.
P264 Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing.
P284 Wear respiratory protection.
Supplemental Hazard information (EU)
EUH032 Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas.
According to European Directive 67/548/EEC as amended.
Hazard symbol(s) F Highly flammable
T+ Very toxic
N Dangerous for the environment
R-phrase(s)
R11 Highly flammable.
R26/27/28 Very toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
R32 Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas.
R38 Irritating to skin.
R48/20 Harmful: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure
through inhalation.
R50/53 Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in
the aquatic environment.
R63 Possible risk of harm to the unborn child.
R65 Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed.
S-phrase(s)
S16 Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
S28 After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water.
S36/37 Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.
S45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately
(show the label where possible).
S61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/ Safety
data sheets.
S62 If swallowed, do not induce vomiting: seek medical advice immediately
and show this container or label.
Other hazards - none
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
Mixtures
Chemical characterization : Natural product
Formula : C5H10AlN
Molecular Weight : 111,12 g/mol
Hazardous ingredients according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Component Classification Concentration
Toluene
CAS-No. 108-88-3 Flam. Liq. 2; Skin Irrit. 2; Repr. 50 - 100 %
EC-No. 203-625-9 2; STOT SE 3; STOT RE 2;
Index-No. 601-021-00-3 Asp. Tox. 1; H225, H304,
H315, H336, H361d, H373
(Cyano-C)diethylaluminium
CAS-No. 5804-85-3 Acute Tox. 2; Aquatic Acute 1; 10 - 20 %
EC-No. 227-359-8 H300, H310, H330, H400,
EUH032
Hazardous ingredients according to Directive 1999/45/EC
Component Classification Concentration
Toluene
CAS-No. 108-88-3 F, Xn, Repr.Cat.3, R11 - R38 - 50 - 100 %
EC-No. 203-625-9 R48/20 - R63 - R65 - R67
Index-No. 601-021-00-3
(Cyano-C)diethylaluminium
CAS-No. 5804-85-3 T+, N, R26/27/28 - R32 - 10 - 20 %
EC-No. 227-359-8 R50/53
For the full text of the H-Statements and R-Phrases mentioned in this Section, see Section 16
SECTION 4: First aid measures
Description of first aid measures
General advice
Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
If inhaled
If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.
In case of skin contact
Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Take victim immediately to hospital. Consult a physician.
In case of eye contact
Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.
If swallowed
Do NOT induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with
water. Consult a physician.
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
The most important known symptoms and effects are described in the labelling (see section 2.2) and/or in
section 11
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
no data available
SECTION 5: Firefighting measures
Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
Dry powder
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides (NOx), Aluminum oxide
Advice for firefighters
Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.
Further information
no data available
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Wear respiratory protection. Avoid breathing vapours, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. Remove
all sources of ignition. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Beware of vapours accumulating to form
explosive concentrations. Vapours can accumulate in low areas.
For personal protection see section 8.
Environmental precautions
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains. Discharge into the
environment must be avoided.
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Contain spillage, and then collect with an electrically protected vacuum cleaner or by wet-brushing and
place in container for disposal according to local regulations (see section 13). Do not flush with water.
Reference to other sections
For disposal see section 13.
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
Precautions for safe handling
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid inhalation of vapour or mist.
Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.Take measures to prevent the build up of electrostatic
charge.
For precautions see section 2.2.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Containers which are
opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage.
Never allow product to get in contact with water during storage. Do not store near acids.
Handle and store under inert gas. Handle and open container with care. Air sensitive.
Specific end use(s)
A part from the uses mentioned in section 1.2 no other specific uses are stipulated
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
Control parameters
Components with workplace control parameters
Exposure controls
Appropriate engineering controls
Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling
the product.
Personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection
Face shield and safety glasses Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under
appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
Skin protection
Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique
(without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of
contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices.
Wash and dry hands.
The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of EU Directive 89/686/EEC and
the standard EN 374 derived from it.
Full contact
Material: Fluorinated rubber
Minimum layer thickness: 0,7 mm
Break through time: 480 min
Material tested:Vitoject® (KCL 890 / Z677698, Size M)
Splash contact
Material: Fluorinated rubber
Minimum layer thickness: 0,7 mm
Break through time: 480 min
Material tested:Vitoject® (KCL 890 / Z677698, Size M)
data source: KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, phone +49 (0)6659 87300,
test method: EN374
If used in solution, or mixed with other substances, and under conditions which differ from EN 374,
contact the supplier of the CE approved gloves. This recommendation is advisory only and must
be evaluated by an industrial hygienist and safety officer familiar with the specific situation of
anticipated use by our customers. It should not be construed as offering an approval for any
specific use scenario.
Body Protection
Complete suit protecting against chemicals, Flame retardant antistatic protective clothing, The type
of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the
dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
Respiratory protection
Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a full-face respirator
with multi-purpose combination (US) or type ABEK (EN 14387) respirator cartridges as a backup
to engineering controls. If the respirator is the sole means of protection, use a full-face supplied air
respirator. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government
standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).
Control of environmental exposure
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains. Discharge into
the environment must be avoided.
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
Information on basic physical and chemical properties
a) Appearance Form: clear, liquid
Colour: dark brown
b) Odour no data available
c) Odour Threshold no data available
d) pH no data available
e) Melting point/freezing no data available
point
f) Initial boiling point and no data available
boiling range
g) Flash point 7 °C - closed cup
h) Evapouration rate no data available
i) Flammability (solid, gas) no data available
j) Upper/lower no data available
flammability or
explosive limits
k) Vapour pressure no data available
l) Vapour density no data available
m) Relative density 0,870 g/cm3
n) Water solubility no data available
o) Partition coefficient: n- no data available
octanol/water
p) Auto-ignition no data available
temperature
q) Decomposition no data available
temperature
r) Viscosity no data available
s) Explosive properties no data available
t) Oxidizing properties no data available
Other safety information
no data available
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
Reactivity
no data available
Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Possibility of hazardous reactions
no data available
Conditions to avoid
Heat, flames and sparks. Extremes of temperature and direct sunlight.
Incompatible materials
Keep away from water., Strong oxidizing agents, Strong acids
Hazardous decomposition products
Other decomposition products - no data available
In the event of fire: see section 5
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
no data available
Skin corrosion/irritation
no data available
Serious eye damage/eye irritation
no data available
Respiratory or skin sensitisation
no data available
Germ cell mutagenicity
no data available
Carcinogenicity
IARC: 3 - Group 3: Not classifiable as to its carcinogenicity to humans (Toluene)
Reproductive toxicity
no data available
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure
no data available
Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure
no data available
Aspiration hazard
no data available
Additional Information
RTECS: Not available
Inhalation studies on toluene have demonstrated the development of inflammatory and ulcerous lesions of
the penis, prepuce, and scrotum in animals., Material is extremely destructive to tissue of the mucous
membranes and upper respiratory tract, eyes, and skin., spasm, inflammation and edema of the larynx,
spasm, inflammation and edema of the bronchi, pneumonitis, pulmonary edema, burning sensation,
Cough, wheezing, laryngitis, Shortness of breath, Headache
SECTION 12: Ecological information
Toxicity
no data available
Persistence and degradability
no data available
Bioaccumulative potential
no data available
Mobility in soil
no data available
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
PBT/vPvB assessment not available as chemical safety assessment not required/not conducted
Other adverse effects
Very toxic to aquatic life.
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
Waste treatment methods
Product
Burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber but exert extra care in igniting
as this material is highly flammable. Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal
company.
Contaminated packaging
Dispose of as unused product.
SECTION 14: Transport information
UN number
ADR/RID: 3123 IMDG: 3123 IATA: 3123
UN proper shipping name
ADR/RID: TOXIC LIQUID, WATER-REACTIVE, N.O.S. ((Cyano-C)diethylaluminium, Toluene)
IMDG: TOXIC LIQUID, WATER-REACTIVE, N.O.S. ((Cyano-C)diethylaluminium, Toluene)
IATA: Toxic liquid, water-reactive, n.o.s. ((Cyano-C)diethylaluminium, Toluene)
Passenger Aircraft: Not permitted for transport
Transport hazard class(es)
ADR/RID: 6.1 (4.3) IMDG: 6.1 (4.3) IATA: 6.1 (4.3)
Packaging group
ADR/RID: I IMDG: I IATA: I
Environmental hazards
ADR/RID: no IMDG Marine pollutant: no IATA: no
Special precautions for user
no data available
SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
N/A
SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
N/A