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TRIETHYL PHOSPHITE ICSC: 0684
TRIETHYL PHOSPHITE
Phosphorous acid, triethyl ester
C6H15O3P
Molecular mass: 166.2
CAS # 122-52-1
RTECS # TH1130000
ICSC # 0684
UN # 2323
TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS 		PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Flammable. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.
NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking.
Powder, AFFF, foam, carbon dioxide. NO hydrous agents. NO water.
EXPLOSION Above 54░C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.
Above 54░C use a closed system, ventilation, and explosion-proof electrical equipment.
In case of fire: cool drums, etc., by spraying with water but avoid contact of the substance with water.
EXPOSURE


  • INHALATION

    		• Ventilation.
    		Fresh air, rest.
  • SKIN
    		• Redness.
    		Protective gloves.
    		Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention.
  • EYES
    		• Redness. Pain.
    		Safety spectacles.
    		First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
  • INGESTION
    		• Abdominal pain.
    		Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
    		Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention.
    SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING
    Ventilation. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent and remove to safe place (extra personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours).
    		Fireproof. See Chemical Dangers. Dry.

    UN Hazard Class: 3
    UN Packing Group: III
    SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
    ICSC: 0684 Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities © IPCS CEC 1993

    International Chemical Safety Cards

    TRIETHYL PHOSPHITE ICSC: 0684

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    PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
     COLOURLESS LIQUID

    PHYSICAL DANGERS:

    CHEMICAL DANGERS:
     The substance decomposes on heating or on burning producing toxic fumes including phosphorous oxides. Reacts with water, acids and strong oxidants, causing fire and explosion hazard.

    OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
     TLV not established.


    		ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
     The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour and by ingestion.

    INHALATION RISK:
     No indication can be given about the rate in which a harmful concentration in the air is reached on evaporation of this substance at 20░C.

    EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
     The substance and the vapour irritates the eyes and the skin.

    EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
    PHYSICAL
    PROPERTIES
    Boiling point: 157-159░C
    Relative density (water = 1): 0.97
    Solubility in water: reaction
    		Flash point: 54░C c.c.
    Explosive limits, vol% in air: see Notes
    ENVIRONMENTAL
    DATA
    N O T E S
    Explosive limits are unknown in literature, although the substance is combustible and has a flash point <61░C. Do NOT use in the vicinity of a fire or a hot surface, or during welding.
    Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-30G35
    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


    ICSC: 0684 TRIETHYL PHOSPHITE
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