PICRIC ACID AR

PICRIC ACID AR

Synonyms : 2,4,6-Trinitrophenol; PA

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1 Product identifier
Chemical Name : PICRIC ACID AR
Catalogue No. : AL3572 Product form : Substance
CAS Number : 88-89-1 EC Number : 201-865-9
Grade : EC Index Number : 609-009-00-X
Chemical Formula : HSN Code : 29042090
Synonyms : 2,4,6-Trinitrophenol
Chemical Structure :
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Use of the substance/mixture : Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances
Uses advised against : No additional information available
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Company identification : Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,
Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053
Maharashtra, India.
1.4 Emergency Contact Details
Phone / e-Mail : Phone : +91 22 26317055
Mobile : +91 9820385757
e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]
Flammable solids,
Category 1
H228
Acute toxicity (oral),
Category 3
H301
Acute toxicity (dermal),
Category 3
H311
Full text of classification categories and H statements : see section 16
Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC
F; R11
T; R23/24/25
R4
Full text of R-phrases: see section 16
Adverse physicochemical, human health and environmental effects
No additional information available
2.2 Label elements
Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]
Hazard pictograms (CLP) : GHS02GHS02 GHS06GHS06
Signal word (CLP) : Danger
Hazard statements (CLP) : H228 - Flammable solid
H301+H311 - Toxic if swallowed or in contact with skin
Precautionary statements (CLP) : P210 - Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking
P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
P301+P310 - IF SWALLOWED: immediately call a POISON CENTER or
doctor/physician
P312 - Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
2.3 Other hazards
Other hazards : No additional information available

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1. Substance
Name : PICRIC ACID AR
CAS No. : 88-89-1
EC Index No. : 609-009-00-X
EC No. : 201-865-9
Full text of R- and H-phrases: see section 16
3.2. Mixture
Not applicable

SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1 Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures after inhalation : Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Give oxygen or
artificial respiration if necessary. If you feel unwell, seek medical advice.
First-aid measures after skin contact : Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Remove/Take off
immediately all contaminated clothing. Wash with plenty of soap and water. Specific
measures (see ... on this label). Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
First-aid measures after eye contact : Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Rinse cautiously
with water for several minutes. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
First-aid measures after ingestion : Rinse mouth. Obtain emergency medical attention. Immediately call a POISON
CENTER or doctor/physician. Specific treatment (see ... on this label).
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms relating to use : Symptoms/injuries after skin contact : Repeated exposure to this material can result in absorption through skin causing
significant health hazard. Toxic in contact with skin.
Symptoms/injuries after ingestion : Toxic if swallowed. Swallowing a small quantity of this material will result in serious
health hazard.
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
General information : Treat symptomatically.

SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures

5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media : dry chemical powder, alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide (CO2).
Unsuitable extinguishing media : Do not use a heavy water stream.
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Fire hazard : Flammable solid.
Explosion hazard : May form flammable/explosive vapour-air mixture. Heat may build pressure,
rupturing closed containers, spreading fire and increasing risk of burns and injuries.
Forms very sensitive explosive metall
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Protection during firefighting : Do not attempt to take action without suitable protective equipment.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
General measures : Remove ignition sources. No naked lights. No smoking. Use special care to avoid
static electric charges.
6.1.1. For non-emergency personnel
Emergency procedures : Evacuate unnecessary personnel.
6.1.2. For emergency responders
Protective equipment Use personal protective equipment as required
Emergency procedures Stop release.
6.2 Environmental precautions
Avoid release to the environment.
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up : Clear up rapidly by scoop or vacuum.
Other information : Finely divided metals.
6.4 Reference to other sections
Reference : No additional information available

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Additional hazards when processed : Hazardous waste due to potential risk of explosion.
Precautions for safe handling : Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking. No naked lights. No smoking.
Hygiene measures : Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash ... thoroughly after handling.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Technical measures : Proper grounding procedures to avoid static electricity should be followed.
Storage conditions : Keep in fireproof place. Store in original container. Keep container tightly closed.
Store in a dry place. Protect from moisture.
7.3 Specific end use(s)
No additional information available

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1 Control parameters
No additional information available
8.2 Exposure controls
Hand protection : protective gloves
Eye protection : Chemical goggles or safety glasses
Skin and body protection : Wear suitable protective clothing
Respiratory protection : Wear respiratory protection

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state : Solid Colour
Colour : Yellow Crystals.
Odour : odourless.
Odour threshold : No data available
pH value : No data available
Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) : No data available
Melting point : 121 - 123
Freezing point : No data available
Boiling point : No data available
Flash point : 150 °C
Auto-ignition temperature : 300 °C
Decomposition temperature : No data available
Flammability (solid, gas) : No data available
Vapour pressure : No data available
Relative vapour density at 20°C : 7.9
Density : 1.763 g/cm3
Solubility : Water: Soluble in water
Log Pow : 1.33
Viscosity, kinematic : No data available
Viscosity, dynamic : No data available
Explosive properties : Forms very sensitive explosive metallic compounds.
Oxidising properties : No data available
Explosive limits : No data available
9.2 Other information
No additional information available

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity
Reacts violently with water.
10.2 Chemical stability
Forms very sensitive explosive metallic compounds.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
No additional information available
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Finely divided metals. Heat. Sparks. Open flame. Direct sunlight. Overheating.
10.5 Incompatible materials
No additional information available
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
No additional information available

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity : Oral: Toxic if swallowed. Dermal: Toxic in contact with skin.
Skin corrosion/irritation : Not classified
Serious eye damage/irritation : Not classified
Respiratory or skin sensitisation : Not classified
Germ cell mutagenicity : Not classified
Carcinogenicity : Not classified
Reproductive toxicity : Not classified
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) : Not classified
Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) : Not classified
Aspiration hazard : Not classified
Potential adverse human health effects and symptoms : Toxic if swallowed. Toxic in contact with skin.

SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1 Toxicity
Toxicity information : No additional information available
12.2 Persistence - degradability
Persistence - degradability : No additional information available
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumulative potential : PICRIC ACID AR (88-89-1) Log Pow 1.33
12.4 Mobility in soil
Mobility in soil : No additional information available
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
No additional information available
12.6 Other adverse effects
Environmental precautions : No additional information available

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1 Waste treatment methods
Product/Packaging disposal recommendations : Dispose of contents/container to ...
Additional information : Hazardous waste due to potential risk of explosion.
Ecology - waste materials : Hazardous waste due to toxicity.

SECTION 14: Transport information

In accordance with ADR / RID / IMDG / IATA / ADN
14.1. UN number
UN-No. (ADR) : 1344
UN-No. (IMDG) : 1344
UN-No. (IATA) : 1344
UN-No. (ADN) : 1344
UN-No. (RID) : 1344
14.2. UN proper shipping name
Proper Shipping Name (ADR) : TRINITROPHENOL (PICRIC ACID), WETTED
Proper Shipping Name (IMDG) : TRINITROPHENOL (PICRIC ACID), WETTED
Proper Shipping Name (IATA) : TRINITROPHENOL (PICRIC ACID), WETTED
Proper Shipping Name (ADN) : TRINITROPHENOL (PICRIC ACID), WETTED
Proper Shipping Name (RID) : TRINITROPHENOL (PICRIC ACID), WETTED
Transport document description (ADR) : UN 1344, TRINITROPHENOL (PICRIC ACID), WETTED, 4.1, I
Transport document description (IMDG) : UN 1344, TRINITROPHENOL (PICRIC ACID), WETTED, 4.1, I
Transport document description (IATA) : UN 1344, TRINITROPHENOL (PICRIC ACID), WETTED, 4.1, I
Transport document description (ADN) : UN 1344, TRINITROPHENOL (PICRIC ACID), WETTED, 4.1, I
Transport document description (RID) : UN 1344, TRINITROPHENOL (PICRIC ACID), WETTED, 4.1, I
14.3. Transport hazard class(es)
ADR
Transport hazard class(es) : 4.1
Danger labels : 4.1
IMDG
Transport hazard class(es) : 4.1
Danger labels : 4.1
IATA
Transport hazard class(es) : 4.1
Danger labels : 4.1
ADN
Transport hazard class(es) : 4.1
Danger labels : 4.1
RID
Transport hazard class(es) : 4.1
Danger labels : 4.1
14.4. Packing group
Packing group (ADR) : I
Packing group (IMDG) : I
Packing group (IATA) : I
Packing group (ADN) : I
Packing group (RID) : I
14.5. Environmental hazards
Dangerous for the environment : No
Marine pollutant : No
Other information : No supplementary information available
14.6. Special precautions for user
- Overland transport
Classification code (ADR) : D
Limited quantities (ADR) : 0
Excepted quantities (ADR) : E0
Packing instructions (ADR) : P406
Special packing provisions (ADR) : PP26
Mixed packing provisions (ADR) : MP2
Transport category (ADR) : 1
Special provisions for carriage - Operation
(ADR)
: S14
Tunnel restriction code (ADR) : B
EAC code : 1W
- Transport by sea
Special provision (IMDG) : 28
Limited quantities (IMDG) : 0
Excepted quantities (IMDG) : E0
Packing instructions (IMDG) : P406
Packing provisions (IMDG) : PP26, PP31
EmS-No. (Fire) : F-B
EmS-No. (Spillage) : S-J
Stowage category (IMDG) : E
Segregation (IMDG) : SG7, SG30
- Air transport
PCA Excepted quantities (IATA) : E0
PCA Limited quantities (IATA) : Forbidden
PCA limited quantity max net quantity
(IATA)
: Forbidden
PCA packing instructions (IATA) : 451
PCA max net quantity (IATA) : 1kg
CAO packing instructions (IATA) : 451
CAO max net quantity (IATA) : 15kg
Special provision (IATA) : A40
ERG code (IATA) : 3E
- Inland waterway transport
Classification code (ADN) : D
Limited quantities (ADN) : 0
Excepted quantities (ADN) : E0
Equipment required (ADN) : PP
Number of blue cones/lights (ADN) : 1
- Rail transport
Classification code (RID) : D
Limited quantities (RID) : 0
Excepted quantities (RID) : E0
Packing instructions (RID) : P406
Special packing provisions (RID) : PP26
Mixed packing provisions (RID) : MP2
Transport category (RID) : 1
Special provisions for carriage – Packages
(RID)
: W1
Hazard identification number (RID) : 40
14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code
Not applicable

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
15.1.1 EU-Regulations :
No REACH Annex XVII restrictions
PICRIC ACID AR is not on the REACH Candidate List
PICRIC ACID AR is not on the REACH Annex XIV List
15.1.2. National regulations
Germany
AwSV/VwVwS Annex reference : Water hazard class (WGK) 2, hazardous to water (Classification according to
VwVwS, Annex 2; WGK No 175)
12th Ordinance Implementing the Federal
Immission Control Act - 12.BImSchV
: Is not subject of the 12. BlmSchV (Hazardous Incident Ordinance)
Denmark
Recommendations Danish Regulation : Young people below the age of 18 years are not allowed to use the product
Pregnant/breastfeeding women working with the product must not be in direct
contact with the product
15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment
No additional information available

SECTION 16: Other Information

Full text of R-, H- and EUH-phrases:
Acute Tox. 3 (Dermal) Acute toxicity (dermal), Category 3
Acute Tox. 3 (Oral) Acute toxicity (oral), Category 3
Flam. Sol. 1 Flammable solids, Category 1
H228 Flammable solid
H301 Toxic if swallowed
H311 Toxic in contact with skin
R11 Highly flammable
R23/24/25 Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed
R4 Forms very sensitive explosive metallic compounds
F Highly flammable
T Toxic