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PHOSPHINE ICSC: 0694
PHOSPHINE
Phosphorus trihydride
Hydrogen phosphide
(cylinder)
PH3
Molecular mass: 34.00
CAS # 7803-51-2
RTECS # SY7525000
ICSC # 0694
UN # 2199
TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS 		PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Extremely flammable. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.
NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking. NO contact with hot surfaces.
Shut off supply; if not possible and no risk to surroundings, let the fire burn itself out; in other cases extinguish with powder, carbon dioxide.
EXPLOSION Gas/air mixtures are explosive.
Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting.
In case of fire: keep cylinder cool by spraying with water. Combat fire from a sheltered position.
EXPOSURE
STRICT HYGIENE!
IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
  • INHALATION
    		• Cough. Nausea. Burning sensation. Diarrhoea. Abdominal pain. Headache. Dizziness. Dullness. Ataxia. Pain and tightness in the chest. Tremors. Shortness of breath. Vomiting. Convulsions.
    		Breathing protection.
    		Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Artificial respiration if indicated. Refer for medical attention.
  • SKIN
    		• ON CONTACT WITH LIQUID: FROSTBITE.
    		Cold-insulating gloves. Protective clothing.
    		ON FROSTBITE: rinse with plenty of water, do NOT remove clothes. Refer for medical attention.
  • EYES

    		• Safety goggles, or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.
    		First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
  • INGESTION



    • SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING
    Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Ventilation (extra personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus).
    		Fireproof.

    UN Hazard Class: 2.3
    UN Subsidiary Risks: 2.1
    SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
    ICSC: 0694 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

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    PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
     COLOURLESS COMPRESSED LIQUEFIED GAS

    PHYSICAL DANGERS:
     The gas is heavier than air.

    CHEMICAL DANGERS:
     The substance decomposes on heating or on burning producing toxic fumes including phosphorous oxides. Reacts violently with air, oxygen, oxidants such as chlorine and nitrogen oxides, metal nitrates, halogens and other many substances, causing fire and explosion hazard. Attacks many metals.

    OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
     TLV (as TWA): 0.3 ppm; 0.42 mg/m3; (as STEL): 1 ppm; 1.4 mg/m3 (ACGIH 1997).


    		ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
     The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation.

    INHALATION RISK:
     A harmful concentration of this gas in the air will be reached very quickly on loss of containment.

    EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
     The substance irritates severely the respiratory tract. Inhalation of the gas may cause lung oedema (see Notes). Rapid evaporation of the liquid may cause frostbite. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system, cardiovascular system, heart, gastrointestinal tract, liver and kidneys , resulting in impaired functions. Exposure above the OEL may result in unconsciousness or death. The effects may be delayed. Medical observation is indicated.

    EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
     Chronic poisoning may cause toothache, swelling of the jaw, phossy jaw, spontaneous fractures of bones and anaemia. Effects are cumulative.
    PHYSICAL
    PROPERTIES
    Boiling point: -87.7░C
    Melting point: -133░C
    Relative density (water = 1): 0.8
    Solubility in water, ml/100 ml at 17░C: 26
    Vapour pressure, kPa at 20░C: 4186
    		 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 1.17
    Flash point: Flammable Gas
    Auto-ignition temperature: 38░C
    Explosive limits, vol% in air: 1.8-?
    ENVIRONMENTAL
    DATA
    N O T E S
    The technical product often ignites spontaneously at room temperature because of the presence of other phosphorus hydrides (especially P2H4) as impurities. Odourless when pure at concentrations up to 200 ppm, a highly toxic level. Technical product has a garlic-like odour due to impurities. The symptoms of lung oedema often do not become manifest until a few hours have passed and they are aggravated by physical effort. Rest and medical observation is therefore essential. Immediate administration of an appropriate spray, by a doctor or a person authorized by him/her, should be considered. The odour warning when the exposure limit value is exceeded is insufficient. Turn leaking cylinder with the leak up to prevent escape of gas in liquid state.
    Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-20G43
    NFPA Code: H3; F4; R2.
    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


    ICSC: 0694 PHOSPHINE
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