Dimethyl(acetylacetonate)gold(III)(99.9%-Au)

Synonym:Dimethylgold (III) acetylacetonate; Dimethylgold (III) 2,5-pentanedionate

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Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
IngredientCAS NumberPercentACGIH (TWA)OSHA (PEL)
Title Compound14951-50-9100%no datano data

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Section 3: Hazards Identification
May be irritating to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract. Exposure to gold compounds may damage kidney
Emergency Overview:
function and reduce blood cell count.
Primary Routes of Exposure:Ingestion, inhalation, skin, eyes
Eye Contact:May cause slight to mild irritation of the eyes.
Skin Contact:May cause slight to mild irritation of the skin.
Inhalation:Dust may be irritating to the nose, mucous membranes and respiratory tract.
Ingestion may lead to dermatitis, dizziness, metallic taste, abdominal cramps, vomiting, bloody diarrhea,
Ingestion:
weakness, and convulsions.
May cause irritation to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract, impairment of kidney and bone marrow function,
Acute Health Affects:
abdominal cramps, vomiting, bloody diarrhea, weakness, and convulsions.
Chronic Health Affects:Prolonged exposure to gold compounds may lead to reduced red and white blood cell generation.
NTP:No
IARC:No
OSHA:No

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SECTION 4: First Aid Measures
Immediately flush the eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 10-15 minutes. A victim may need
Eye Exposure:
assistance in keeping their eye lids open. Get immediate medical attention.
Wash the affected area with water. Remove contaminated clothes if necessary. Seek medical assistance if
Skin Exposure:
irritation persists.
Remove the victim to fresh air. Closely monitor the victim for signs of respiratory problems, such as difficulty
Inhalation:
in breathing, coughing, wheezing, or pain. In such cases seek immediate medical assistance.
Seek medical attention immediately. Keep the victim calm. Give the victim water (only if conscious). Induce
Ingestion:
vomiting only if directed by medical personnel.

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SECTION 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point:not applicable
Autoignition Temperature:none
Explosion Limits:none
Extinguishing Medium:none required
If this product is involved in a fire, fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH approved positive pressure
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:
self- contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
Hazardous Combustion andIf involved in a fire this material may emit toxic fumes.
Decomposion Products:
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: No unusual fire or explosion hazards.

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SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures
To avoid raising dust, small spills may be mixed with diatomaceous earth, sand, vermiculite, or other suitable
Spill and Leak Procedures:
inert material and swept up.

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SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Handling and Storage:Store under inert atmosphere in a tightly sealed container. Store cold.

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SECTION 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
Eye Protection:Always wear approved safety glasses when handling a chemical substance in the laboratory.
Skin Protection:Wear protective clothing and gloves.
Ventilation:Material may form a fine dust. Handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
If ventilation is not available a respirator should be worn. The use of respirators requires a Respirator
Respirator:
Protection Program to be in compliance with 29 CFR 1910.134.
Ventilation:Material may form a fine dust. Handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
Additional Protection:No additional protection required.

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SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Color and Form:white to off-white xtl.
Molecular Weight:326.6
Melting Point:81-82°C
Boiling Point:subl. ~25°C/0.01mm
Vapor Pressure:not applicable
Specific Gravity:no data
Odor:none
Solubility in Water:insoluble

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SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability:(store cold)
Hazardous Polymerization:no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid:none
Incompatibility:oxidizing agents and active metals
Decomposition Products:carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and gold.

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SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
RTECS Data:No information available in the RTECS files.
Carcinogenic Effects:No data
Mutagenic Effects:No data
Tetratogenic Effects:No data

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SECTION 12: Ecological Information
Ecological Information:No information available

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

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SECTION 14: Transportation
Shipping Name (CFR):Non-hazardous
Hazard Class (CFR):NA
Additional Hazard Class (CFR):NA
Packaging Group (CFR):NA
UN ID Number (CFR):NA
Shipping Name (IATA):Non-hazardous
Hazard Class (IATA):NA
Additional Hazard Class (IATA):NA
Packaging Group (IATA):NA
UN ID Number (IATA):NA

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SECTION 15: Regulatory Information
TSCA:Not listed in the TSCA inventory.
SARA (Title 313):Title compound not listed.
Second Ingredient:None

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SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
N/A