1,3-bis(1-adamantyl)-2H-imidazole

Synonym:1,3-di-adamantylimidazol-2-ylidene

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Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
IngredientCAS NumberPercentACGIH (TWA)OSHA (PEL)
Title Compound131042-77-8100%no datano data

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Section 3: Hazards Identification
The product is an irritant to the skin, eyes, mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract. Ingestion of small
Emergency Overview:
amounts are harmful.
Primary Routes of Exposure:Ingestion, inhalation of dust. Eyes and skin.
Eye Contact:Causes moderate irritation of the eyes.
Skin Contact:Causes slight to moderate irritation of the skin.
Inhalation:Dust is irritating to the nose, mucous membranes and respiratory tract.
Ingestion may lead to sleepiness, dizziness, abdominal cramps, vomiting, bloody diarrhea, weakness, and
Ingestion:
convulsions.
Acute Health Affects:Irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract.
Chronic Health Affects:No information available on long-term chronic effects.
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:no data
Autoignition Temperature:none
Explosion Limits:none
Extinguishing Medium:carbon dioxide, foam or dry powder
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 of nitrogen oxides.
Decomposion Products:
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: Flammable solid. No unusual fire or explosion hazards.

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SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures
Small spills can be mixed with vermiculite, sodium carbonate or other suitable non combustible adsorbent and
Spill and Leak Procedures:
swept up.

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SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Handling and Storage:Store cold, in a tightly sealed container under an inert atmosphere of nitrogen or argon.

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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. If possible, 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. If possible, 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 xtl
Molecular Weight:336.51
Melting Point:240-241°C
Boiling Point:no data
Vapor Pressure:no data
Specific Gravity:no data
Odor:none
Solubility in Water:reactive in water

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SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability:air sensitive, moisture sensitive
Hazardous Polymerization:no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid:exposure to air, halogenated and acidic solvents
Incompatibility:strong oxidizing agents, halogenated solvents and acidic solvents.
Decomposition Products:carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, and organic fumes.

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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):Flammable solids, Organic, N.O.S.
Hazard Class (CFR):4.1
Additional Hazard Class (CFR):NA
Packaging Group (CFR):II
UN ID Number (CFR):UN# 1325
Shipping Name (IATA):Flammable solid, Organic, N.O.S.
Hazard Class (IATA):4.1
Additional Hazard Class (IATA):NA
Packaging Group (IATA):II
UN ID Number (IATA):UN# 1325

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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