Phosphorus SDS
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
Product identifier
- Product name： Phosphorus
- CAS： 7723-14-0
Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Relevant identified uses： For R&D use only. Not for medicinal, household or other use.
- Uses advised against： none
Company Identification
- Company：Chemicalbook.in
- Address：5 vasavi Layout Basaveswara Nilayam Pragathi Nagar Hyderabad, India -500090
- Telephone：+91 9550333722
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture
Flammable solids, Category 1
Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term (Chronic) - Category Chronic 3
GHS label elements, including precautionary statements
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Pictogram(s)
- Signal word Danger
H228 Flammable solid
H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
P240 Ground and bond container and receiving equipment.
P241 Use explosion-proof [electrical/ventilating/lighting/...] equipment.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/...
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
P370+P378 In case of fire: Use ... to extinguish.
none
P501 Dispose of contents/container to an appropriate treatment and disposal facility in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and product characteristics at time of disposal.
Other hazards which do not result in classification
no data available
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
Substance
- Chemical name: Phosphorus
- Common names and synonyms: Phosphorus
- CAS number: 7723-14-0
- EC number: 231-768-7
- Concentration: 100%
SECTION 4: First aid measures
Description of necessary first-aid measures
Move the victim into fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If not breathing, give artificial respiration and consult a doctor immediately. Do not use mouth to mouth resuscitation if the victim ingested or inhaled the chemical.
Take off contaminated clothing immediately. Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a doctor.
Rinse with pure water for at least 15 minutes. Consult a doctor.
Rinse mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Call a doctor or Poison Control Center immediately.
Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed
Solid or liquid causes severe burns of skin. If ingested, causes nausea, vomiting, jaundice, low blood pressure, depression, delirium, coma, death. Symptoms after ingestion may be delayed for from a few hours to 3 days. (USCG, 1999)
Excerpt from ERG Guide 136 [Substances - Spontaneously Combustible - Toxic and/or Corrosive (Air-Reactive)]: Fire will produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. TOXIC; ingestion of substance or inhalation of decomposition products will cause severe injury or death. Contact with substance may cause severe burns to skin and eyes. Some effects may be experienced due to skin absorption. Runoff from fire control may be corrosive and/or toxic and cause pollution. (ERG, 2016)
Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed, if necessary
no data available
SECTION 5: Firefighting measures
Suitable extinguishing media
Excerpt from ERG Guide 136 [Substances - Spontaneously Combustible - Toxic and/or Corrosive (Air-Reactive)]: SMALL FIRE: Water spray, wet sand or wet earth. LARGE FIRE: Water spray or fog. Do not scatter spilled material with high-pressure water streams. Move containers from fire area if you can do it without risk. FIRE INVOLVING TANKS OR CAR/TRAILER LOADS: Fight fire from maximum distance or use unmanned hose holders or monitor nozzles. Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out. Withdraw immediately in case of rising sound from venting safety devices or discoloration of tank. ALWAYS stay away from tanks engulfed in fire. (ERG, 2016)
Specific hazards arising from the chemical
Special Hazards of Combustion Products: Fumes from burning phosphorus are highly irritating. Behavior in Fire: Intense white smoke is formed. (USCG, 1999)
Excerpt from ERG Guide 136 [Substances - Spontaneously Combustible - Toxic and/or Corrosive (Air-Reactive)]: Extremely flammable; will ignite itself if exposed to air. Burns rapidly, releasing dense, white, irritating fumes. Substance may be transported in a molten form. May re-ignite after fire is extinguished. Corrosive substances in contact with metals may produce flammable hydrogen gas. Containers may explode when heated. (ERG, 2016)
Special protective actions for fire-fighters
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing mist, gas or vapours.Avoid contacting with skin and eye. Use personal protective equipment.Wear chemical impermeable gloves. Ensure adequate ventilation.Remove all sources of ignition. Evacuate personnel to safe areas.Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak.
Environmental precautions
Prevent further spillage or leakage if it is safe to do so. Do not let the chemical enter drains. Discharge into the environment must be avoided.
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Collect and arrange disposal. Keep the chemical in suitable and closed containers for disposal. Remove all sources of ignition. Use spark-proof tools and explosion-proof equipment. Adhered or collected material should be promptly disposed of, in accordance with appropriate laws and regulations.
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
Precautions for safe handling
Handling in a well ventilated place. Wear suitable protective clothing. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Use non-sparking tools. Prevent fire caused by electrostatic discharge steam.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Store the container tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Store apart from foodstuff containers or incompatible materials.
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
Control parameters
| Component | Phosphorus | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAS No. | 7723-14-0 | |||
| Limit value - Eight hours | Limit value - Short term | |||
| ppm | mg/m3 | ppm | mg/m3 | |
| Australia | ? | 0,1 | ? | ? |
| Belgium | 0,02 | 0,1 | ? | ? |
| Canada - Québec | ? | 0,1 | ? | ? |
| Denmark | ? | 0,1 | ? | 0,2 |
| Germany (AGS) | ? | 0,01 inhalable aerosol | ? | 0,02 inhalable aerosol (1) |
| Germany (DFG) | ? | 0,01 inhalable aerosol | ? | 0,02 inhalable aerosol (1) |
| Hungary | ? | 0,1 | ? | 0,1 |
| Ireland | ? | 0,1 | ? | 0,3 (1) |
| Japan - JSOH | ? | 0,1 | ? | ? |
| Latvia | ? | 0,03 | ? | ? |
| New Zealand | ? | 0,1 (1) | ? | ? |
| People's Republic of China | ? | 0,05 | ? | 0,1 (1) |
| Singapore | 0,02 | 0,1 | ? | ? |
| South Korea | ? | 0,1 | ? | ? |
| Switzerland | ? | 0,02 inhalable aerosol | ? | 0,02 inhalable aerosol |
| USA - NIOSH | ? | 0,1 | ? | ? |
| USA - OSHA | ? | ? | ? | 0,1 |
| Remarks | ||||
| Germany (AGS) | (1) 15 minutes average value | |||
| Germany (DFG) | (1) 15 minutes average value | |||
| Ireland | (1) 15 minutes reference period | |||
| New Zealand | (1) yellow | |||
| People's Republic of China | (1) 15 minutes average value | |||
| USA - OSHA | Yellow phosphorus | |||
no data available
Appropriate engineering controls
Ensure adequate ventilation. Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Set up emergency exits and the risk-elimination area.
Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment (PPE)
Wear tightly fitting safety goggles with side-shields conforming to EN 166(EU) or NIOSH (US).
Wear fire/flame resistant and impervious clothing. Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. 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.
If the exposure limits are exceeded, irritation or other symptoms are experienced, use a full-face respirator.
no data available
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties and safety characteristics
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Physical state：
Phosphorus, white, dry or under water or in solution is a soft waxy solid with a sharp pungent odor similar to garlic. Insoluble in water and ethyl alcohol. Soluble in carbon disulfide. Shipped as a solid or liquid in an atmosphere of inert gas or as a solid under water. Barely soluble in water and denser than water. Hence, sinks in water. Uses include munitions manufacture, pyrotechnics, explosives, smoke bombs, artificial fertilizers, and rat poisons. Density approximately 15.2 lb / gal.
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Colour：
no data available
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Odour：
no data available
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Melting point/freezing point：
280°C (white)(lit.)
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Boiling point or initial boiling point and boiling range：
280°C
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Flammability：
no data available
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Lower and upper explosion limit/flammability limit：
no data available
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Flash point：
30°C
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Auto-ignition temperature：
86° F (USCG, 1999)
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Decomposition temperature：
no data available
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pH：
no data available
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Kinematic viscosity：
no data available
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Solubility：
0.0003 % (NIOSH, 2016)
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Partition coefficient n-octanol/water：
no data available
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Vapour pressure：
0.03 mm Hg ( 21 °C)
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Density and/or relative density：
2.34 g/mL at 25°C(lit.)
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Relative vapour density：
0.02 (vs air)
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Particle characteristics：
no data available
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
Reactivity
Phosphorus spontaneously ignites on contact with air, producing toxic fumes (phosphorus oxides).Phosphorus reacts violently with oxidants, halogens, some metals, nitrites, sulfur, and many other compounds, causing a fire and explosion hazard.Phosphorus reacts with strong bases to produce toxic phosphine gas.
Chemical stability
no data available
Possibility of hazardous reactions
WHITE PHOSPHORUS is reacts readily with most oxidizing agents. Often ignites on contact with air; storage under water prevents this reaction. Submersion in water stops the white phosphorus/air reaction which however usually resumes when the water is removed. Reacts violently with bromine trifluoride, even at 10°C [Mellor 2:113. 1946-47]. Reacts explosively on contact with bromoazide. Reacts explosively with selenium oxychloride, evolving light and heat [Mellor 10:906. 1946-47]. Can also serve as an oxidizing agent---reacts incandescently if heated with thorium [Svenska Akad. 1829. p. 1].
Conditions to avoid
no data available
Incompatible materials
AIR AND WATER REACTIONS: Reacts with oxygen and water or water vapor to form phosphine.CHEMICAL PROFILE: Large quantities ignite spontaneously and on exposure to oxidizing agent. (REACTIVITY, 1999)
Hazardous decomposition products
no data available
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
Acute toxicity
- Oral: no data available
- Inhalation: no data available
- Dermal: no data available
Skin corrosion/irritation
no data available
Serious eye damage/irritation
no data available
Respiratory or skin sensitization
no data available
Germ cell mutagenicity
no data available
Carcinogenicity
EPA: Not classifiable as to human carcinogenicity. IARC: Not evaluated. NTP: Not evaluated
Reproductive toxicity
No information is available on the reproductive or developmental effects of white phosphorus in humans. An animal study reported a high maternal mortality rate from oral exposure to white phosphorus.
STOT-single exposure
no data available
STOT-repeated exposure
no data available
Aspiration hazard
no data available
SECTION 12: Ecological information
Toxicity
- Toxicity to fish: no data available
- Toxicity to daphnia and other aquatic invertebrates: no data available
- Toxicity to algae: no data available
- Toxicity to microorganisms: no data available
Persistence and degradability
no data available
Bioaccumulative potential
no data available
Mobility in soil
no data available
Other adverse effects
no data available
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
Disposal methods
The material can be disposed of by removal to a licensed chemical destruction plant or by controlled incineration with flue gas scrubbing. Do not contaminate water, foodstuffs, feed or seed by storage or disposal. Do not discharge to sewer systems.
Containers can be triply rinsed (or equivalent) and offered for recycling or reconditioning. Alternatively, the packaging can be punctured to make it unusable for other purposes and then be disposed of in a sanitary landfill. Controlled incineration with flue gas scrubbing is possible for combustible packaging materials.
SECTION 14: Transport information
UN Number
ADR/RID: UN1338 (For reference only, please check.)
IMDG: UN1338 (For reference only, please check.)
IATA: UN1338 (For reference only, please check.)
UN Proper Shipping Name
ADR/RID: PHOSPHORUS, AMORPHOUS (For reference only, please check.)
IMDG: PHOSPHORUS, AMORPHOUS (For reference only, please check.)
IATA: PHOSPHORUS, AMORPHOUS (For reference only, please check.)
Transport hazard class(es)
ADR/RID: 4.1 (For reference only, please check.)
IMDG: 4.1 (For reference only, please check.)
IATA: 4.1 (For reference only, please check.)
Packing group, if applicable
ADR/RID: III (For reference only, please check.)
IMDG: III (For reference only, please check.)
IATA: III (For reference only, please check.)
Environmental hazards
ADR/RID: No
IMDG: No
IATA: No
Special precautions for user
no data available
Transport in bulk according to IMO instruments
no data available
SECTION 15: Regulatory information
Safety, health and environmental regulations specific for the product in question
SECTION 16: Other information
Abbreviations and acronyms
- CAS: Chemical Abstracts Service
- ADR: European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road
- RID: Regulation concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Rail
- IMDG: International Maritime Dangerous Goods
- IATA: International Air Transportation Association
- TWA: Time Weighted Average
- STEL: Short term exposure limit
- LC50: Lethal Concentration 50%
- LD50: Lethal Dose 50%
- EC50: Effective Concentration 50%
References
- IPCS - The International Chemical Safety Cards (ICSC), website: http://www.ilo.org/dyn/icsc/showcard.home
- HSDB - Hazardous Substances Data Bank, website: https://toxnet.nlm.nih.gov/newtoxnet/hsdb.htm
- IARC - International Agency for Research on Cancer, website: http://www.iarc.fr/
- eChemPortal - The Global Portal to Information on Chemical Substances by OECD, website: http://www.echemportal.org/echemportal/index?pageID=0&request_locale=en
- CAMEO Chemicals, website: http://cameochemicals.noaa.gov/search/simple
- ChemIDplus, website: http://chem.sis.nlm.nih.gov/chemidplus/chemidlite.jsp
- ERG - Emergency Response Guidebook by U.S. Department of Transportation, website: http://www.phmsa.dot.gov/hazmat/library/erg
- Germany GESTIS-database on hazard substance, website: http://www.dguv.de/ifa/gestis/gestis-stoffdatenbank/index-2.jsp
- ECHA - European Chemicals Agency, website: https://echa.europa.eu/