Bis[2-(di-tert-butylphosphino)ethyl]amine

Synonym:none

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Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
IngredientCAS NumberPercentACGIH (TWA)OSHA (PEL)
Title compound944710-34-310%no datano data
Hexane73513-42-590%50ppm1800mg/m3

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Section 3: Hazards Identification
Extremely flammable liquid. Vapors irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract. Inhalation of vapors may
Emergency Overview:
depress central nervous system causing dizziness, headache and nausea.
Primary Routes of Exposure:Ingestion, inhalation
Eye Contact:Contact will cause irritation, redness and a burning sensation.
Skin Contact:Contact with skin can result in local irritation. May be absorbed through skin.
Inhalation of vapors may depress the central nervous system causing dizziness, difficulty in walking and
Inhalation:
irritation to the lungs.
Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting and headache. May cause lung damage if
Ingestion:
swallowed.
Irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract. Harmful by inhalation. Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal
Acute Health Affects:
irritation, nausea, vomiting and headache. Possible risk of harm to the unborn child.
Chronic Health Affects:No information on long-term chronic effects. Possible risk of impaired fertility.
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:-14.8°F (hexane)
Autoignition Temperature:no data
Explosion Limits:LEL(1.7%) UEL(7.7%) hexane
Extinguishing Medium:carbon dioxide, dry powder or foam
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 and irritating fumes.
Decomposion Products:
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: Highly flammable. Vapors can form explosive mixtures in air.

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SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures
If spilled, all personnel must be immediately evacuated and the area sealed off. The material may self-ignite
Spill and Leak Procedures:releasing toxic and corrosive fumes of phosphorus pentoxide. Ventilation should be available. If entry into the
area is required, personnel should be fitted with a self-contained breathing apparatus.

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SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Store in a tightly sealed container under an inert atmosphere of nitrogen or argon. Keep away from heat.
Handling and Storage:
Material should be transferred under an inert atmosphere of nitrogen or argon in an efficient fume hood.

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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: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: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:colorless liquid
Molecular Weight:361.53
Melting Point:no data
Boiling Point:68°C (hexane)
Vapor Pressure:no data
Specific Gravity:no data
Odor:pungent and noxious
Solubility in Water:insoluble

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SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability:air sensitive
Hazardous Polymerization:no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid:contact with oxidizing agents, ignition sources and prolonged exposure to air
Incompatibility:strong oxidizing agents and halogens
Decomposition Products:carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, phosphorous oxides and organic fumes

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SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
Title compound: No information available in the RTECS files. Hexane: Inhalation(humane); TCLo:
190ppm/8W. Inhalation(rat); LC50: 48000ppm/4H. Intraperitoneal(rat); LDLo: 9100mg/kg. Inhalation(mouse);
LCLo: 120g/m3. Intravenous(mouse); LDLo: 831mg/kg. Intravenous(rabbit); LDLo: 132mg/kg. Oral(rat); TDLo:
RTECS Data:
20000mg/kg. Oral(rat); LD50: 15840mg/kg. Inhalation(rat); TCLo: 1000ppm/4H/59W
(intermittent)-Tumorigenic-carcinogenic by RTECS criteria. Inhalation(rat); TCLo: 10000ppm/7H; female-1-18
days after conception-behavorial effects on newborn.
Carcinogenic Effects:Hexane: Insufficient data
Mutagenic Effects:Hexane: Possible mutagen
Tetratogenic Effects:Hexane: Possible reproductive effector

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SECTION 12: Ecological Information
Hexane is very toxic to aquatic organisms. May cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Ecological Information:
Avoid release to the environment.

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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):Flammable liquids, N.O.S.
Hazard Class (CFR):3
Additional Hazard Class (CFR):NA
Packaging Group (CFR):I
UN ID Number (CFR):UN# 1993
Shipping Name (IATA):Flammable liquid, N.O.S.
Hazard Class (IATA):3
Additional Hazard Class (IATA):NA
Packaging Group (IATA):I
UN ID Number (IATA):UN# 1993

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SECTION 15: Regulatory Information
TSCA:Not listed in the TSCA inventory
SARA (Title 313):Not reportable under SARA 313.
Second Ingredient:Hexane: Listed in the TSCA inventory. Reportable under SARA 313.

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SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
N/A