POCL3(1)

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

Manufacturer: Strem Chemicals, Inc7 Mulliken WayNewburyport, MA 01950-4098 U.S.A.www.strem.com

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Section 1: Product IdentificationChemical Name: Phosphorus oxychloride, 98+%Product Number: 93-1543CAS Registry Number: 10025-87-3Formula: POCl3EINECS Number: 233-046-7Chemical Family: metal oxyhalideSynonym: Phosphoryl trichloride, Trichlorophosphine oxide

Section 2: Composition and Information on IngredientsIngredient CAS Number Percent ACGIH (TWA) OSHA (PEL)Title Compound 10025-87-3 100% 0.1ppm no data

Section 3: Hazards Identification

Emergency Overview:Toxic if swallowed. Very toxic by inhalation. Inhalation of vapors may lead to headache and dizziness andirritation of the nose and mucous membranes. Material is corrosive to skin and eyes.

Primary Routes of Exposure: Ingestion, skin, inhalationEye Contact: Causes burns to the eyes.Skin Contact: Causes caustic burns to the skin.

Inhalation:Very toxic by inhalation. Inhalation may lead to headaches and dizziness. Corrosive to nose and mucousmembranes.

Ingestion: Toxic if swallowed. May cause vomiting and diarrhea.

Acute Health Affects:Toxic if swallowed. Very toxic by inhalation. Danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposurethrough inhalation. Corrosive to skin, eyes and respiratory tract.

Chronic Health Affects: No information available on long-term chronic effects.NTP: NoIARC: NoOSHA: No

SECTION 4: First Aid Measures

Eye Exposure:Immediately flush the eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 10-15 minutes. A victim may needassistance in keeping their eye lids open. Get immediate medical attention.

Skin Exposure:Wash the affected area with water. Remove contaminated clothes if necessary. Seek medical assistance ifirritation persists.

Inhalation:Remove the victim to fresh air. Closely monitor the victim for signs of respiratory problems, such as difficultyin breathing, coughing, wheezing, or pain. In such cases seek immediate medical assistance.

Ingestion:Seek medical attention immediately. Keep the victim calm. Give the victim water (only if conscious). Inducevomiting only if directed by medical personnel.

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SECTION 5: Fire Fighting MeasuresFlash Point: not applicableAutoignition Temperature: no dataExplosion Limits: no dataExtinguishing Medium: carbon dioxide, dry powder or foam

Special Fire Fighting Procedures:If this material is involved in a fire, fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH approved positive pressureself-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.

Hazardous Combustion andDecomposion Products:

If involved in a fire this material may emit toxic organic fumes and vapors of phosphorus pentoxide.

Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: No unusual fire or explosion hazards.

SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures

Spill and Leak Procedures:Small spills can be mixed with vermiculite or other suitable absorbents. Spillage in areas not adequatelyventilation will require an evacuation of site. Emergency response teams will require self-contained breathingapparatus. Spill should be absorbed into vermiculite or other suitable absorbent.

SECTION 7: Handling and StorageHandling and Storage: Material must be handled and stored under an inert atmosphere of nitrogen or argon.

SECTION 8: Exposure Controls and Personal ProtectionEye Protection: Always wear approved safety glasses when handling a chemical substance in the laboratory.Skin Protection: Wear protective clothing and gloves.Ventilation: Material has a pungent odor. Always handle material in an efficient fume hood.

Respirator:If ventilation is not available a respirator should be worn. The use of respirators requires a RespiratorProtection Program to be in compliance with 29 CFR 1910.134.

Ventilation: Material has a pungent odor. Always handle material in an efficient fume hood.Additional Protection: No additional protection required.

SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical PropertiesColor and Form: colorless liq.Molecular Weight: 153.35Melting Point: 2°Boiling Point: 105.3°Vapor Pressure: 40mm (27.3°C)Specific Gravity: 1.675Odor: strong acidic odorSolubility in Water: reacts with water

SECTION 10:Stability and ReactivityStability: moisture sensitive liquidHazardous Polymerization: no hazardous polymerizationConditions to Avoid: prolonged contact with airIncompatibility: water, mineral acids and active metalsDecomposition Products: hydrogen chloride and phosphorus oxide

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SECTION 11:Toxicological Information

RTECS Data:Oral (rat); LD50: 36 mg/kg. Inhalation (rat); LC50: 32 ppm/4H. Administration onto the skin (rabbit); LDLo: 1gm/kg. Inhalation (guinea pig); LC50: 53 ppm/4H. Inhalation (Mammal-species unspecified); TCLo: 1340ug/m3/17W-I.

Carcinogenic Effects: No data availableMutagenic Effects: No data availableTetratogenic Effects: No data available

SECTION 12:Ecological InformationEcological Information: No information available

SECTION 13:Disposal ConsiderationsDisposal: Dispose of according to local, state and federal regulations.

SECTION 14:TransportationShipping Name (CFR): Phosphorus oxychlorideHazard Class (CFR): 6.1Additional Hazard Class (CFR): 8 (inhalation hazard)Packaging Group (CFR): IUN ID Number (CFR): UN# 1810Shipping Name (IATA): ForbiddenHazard Class (IATA): NAAdditional Hazard Class (IATA): NAPackaging Group (IATA): NAUN ID Number (IATA): UN# 1810

SECTION 15:Regulatory InformationTSCA: Listed in the TSCA inventorySARA (Title 313): Title compound not listed.Second Ingredient: noneThird Ingredient: none

SECTION 16:Other Information

Disclaimer:The information herein is believed to be accurate and reliable as of the date compiled. However, StremChemicals, Inc. makes no representation, warranty, or guarantee of any kind with respect to the informationcontained in this document or any use of the product based on this information.

Preparation Date: 9/11/2000Revision Date: 5/24/2013

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