Section 1: Product Identification
Chemical Name: Bis[(2-di-i-propylphosphino)ethyl]amine, min. 97% (10 wt% in tetrahydrofuran)
CAS Registry Number: 131890-26-1
Formula: C16H37NP2
EINECS Number: none
Chemical Family: organophosphine ligand
Synonym: none
Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Ingredient CAS Number Percent ACGIH (TWA) OSHA (PEL)
Title compound 131890-26-1 10% no data no data
THF 109-99-9 90% 50ppm 590mg/m3
Section 3: Hazards Identification
Irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract. May be harmful if swallowed. Vapor can cause drowsiness and
Emergency Overview:
unconsciousness. Possible risk of harm to the unborn child and irreversible effects.
Primary Routes of Exposure: Ingestion, inhalation, skin, eyes
Eye Contact: Causes severe irritation to the eyes.
Skin Contact: Causes moderate to severe irritation of the skin.
Inhalation of vapors may cause coughing, chest pains, nausea, dizziness, headache, drowsiness and
Inhalation:
unconsciousness.
Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed. THF can cause liver and kidney damage. Harmful if swallowed.
Inhalation of vapors induces drowsiness and may cause coughing, chest pains, difficulty in breathing, nausea,
Acute Health Affects: dizziness, headache and unconsciousness. Skin and eye contact results in irritation. Possible risk of harm to
the unborn child.
Tetrahydrofuran is an eye and mucous membrane irritant and can cause liver and kidney damage. Possible
Chronic Health Affects:
risk of irreversible 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: 1°F (THF)
Autoignition Temperature: 610°F (THF)
Explosion Limits: 1.8%-11.8% (THF)
Extinguishing Medium: carbon dioxide, dry powder or foam
If this product is involved in a fire, fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH approved positive pressure
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:
self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
Hazardous Combustion and If involved in a fire, this material may emit toxic and corrosive fumes.
Decomposion Products:
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: Flammable liquid. Evolves flammable hydrogen gas with water. Hydrogen can ignite explosively.
SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures
Eliminate all potential ignition sources. Small spills can be absorbed into vermiculite or other chemical
Spill and Leak Procedures:
adsorbent suitable for flammable materials. Sweep up the mixture and dispose of properly.
SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Handling and Storage: Handle and store this material under an inert atmosphere of nitrogen or argon. Keep away from heat.
SECTION 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
Eye Protection: Always wear approved safety glasses when handling a chemical substance in the laboratory.
Wear protective clothing and gloves. Consult with a glove manufacturer to determine the proper type of glove.
Skin Protection:
Ventilation: It is imperative that this material is 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 with 29 CFR 1910.134.
Ventilation: It is imperative that this material is handled in an efficient fume hood.
Additional Protection: No additional protection required.
SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Color and Form: colorless to pale yellow liquid
Molecular Weight: 305.42
Melting Point: no data
Boiling Point: 66°C (THF)
Vapor Pressure: 0.173 Atm at 20°C (THF)
Specific Gravity: no data
Odor: ethereal
Solubility in Water: Insoluble
SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability: air sensitive
Hazardous Polymerization: no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid: heat, ignition sources, air exposure
Incompatibility: water, oxidizing agents, halogens, air and mineral acids
Decomposition Products: carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides, phosphorous oxides and organic fumes
SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
Title compound: No information available in the RTECS files. THF: Inhalation(human); TCLo: 25000ppm.
Oral(rat); LD50: 1650mg/kg. Inhalation(rat); LC50: 21000ppm/3H. Intraperitoneal(rat); LD50: 2900mg/kg.
RTECS Data:
Inhalation(mouse); LCLo: 24000mg/m3/2H. Inhalation(rabbit); LC: >1200ppm/4H. Oral(guinea pig); LDLo:
500mg/kg. Inhalation(rat); TCLo: 1800ppm/6H/2Y-I.
Carcinogenic Effects: THF: Insufficient data
Mutagenic Effects: THF: Possible mutagen
Tetratogenic Effects: THF: Possible reproductive effector
SECTION 12: Ecological Information
Ecological Information: No information available
SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations
Disposal: Dispose of according to local, state and federal regulations.
SECTION 14: Transportation
Shipping Name (CFR): Flammable liquids, N.O.S.
Hazard Class (CFR): 3
Additional Hazard Class (CFR): NA
Packaging Group (CFR): I
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): I
UN ID Number (IATA): UN# 1993
SECTION 15: Regulatory Information
TSCA: Title compound: Not listed in the TSCA inventory.
SARA (Title 313): Not reportable under SARA 313.
Second Ingredient: THF: Listed in the TSCA inventory. Not reportable under SARA 313.
SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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