molybdenum (vi) tetrachloride oxide

Synonym:Molybdenum oxychloride, tetrachloromolybdenum oxide.

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Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
IngredientCAS NumberPercentACGIH (TWA)OSHA (PEL)
Title compound13814-75-0100%10mg/m3( as Mo)5mg/m3 (as Mo)

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Section 3: Hazards Identification
Corrosive to skin and eyes. Material hydrolyzes in contact with moisture releasing toxic and corrosive fumes of
Emergency Overview:
hydrogen chloride and aqueous hydrochloric acid.
Primary Routes of Exposure:Contact with skin and eyes. Inhalation of dust.
Eye Contact:Corrosive to the eyes.
Skin Contact:Causes burns to the skin.
Inhalation:Forms hydrogen chloride in the presence of moisture. Inhalation leads to burning of the respiratory tract.
Ingestion:If large amounts ingested, severe burns to the gastrointestinal tract may occur.
Corrosive to skin, eyes and respiratory tract and causes eye, skin burns, dyspnea (breathing difficulty), and
Acute Health Affects:
pulmonary edema
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 in
Inhalation:
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:no data
Explosion Limits:no data
Extinguishing Medium:carbon dioxide, dry powder or foam.
If involved in a fire, fire fighters should be equipped with NIOSH approved positive pressure self-contained
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:
breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
Hazardous Combustion andIf involved in a fire this material may release corrosive hydrogen chloride fumes.
Decomposion Products:
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: No unusual fire or explosion hazards.

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SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures
Small spills can be neutralized with powdered sodium bicarbonate, lime, or calcium carbonate and swept up.
Spill and Leak Procedures:Large spills in areas not adequately ventilated will require an evacuation of site. Emergency response teams
will require self-contained breathing apparatus.

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SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Store in a tightly sealed container. Keep away from heat, moisture and direct sunlight. Handle and store under
Handling and Storage:
a dry 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 emit corrosive fumes. Handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
If ventilation is not available a respirator should be worn. The use of respirators requires a Respiratory
Respirator:
Protection Program to be in compliance with 29 CFR 1910.134.
Ventilation:Material may emit corrosive fumes. 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:green powder
Molecular Weight:253.78
Melting Point:100-101°
Boiling Point:no data
Vapor Pressure:no data
Specific Gravity:no data
Odor:pungent odor
Solubility in Water:soluble

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SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability:air sensitive, moisture sensitive (store cold)
Hazardous Polymerization:No hazardous polymerization.
Conditions to Avoid:contact with air and moisture
Incompatibility:active metals, water, alcohols, reducing agents.
Decomposition Products:molybdenum oxides, chlorine and hydrogen chloride

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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):Corrosive solids, N.O.S.
Hazard Class (CFR):8
Additional Hazard Class (CFR):NA
Packaging Group (CFR):II
UN ID Number (CFR):UN# 1759
Shipping Name (IATA):Corrosive solid, N.O.S.
Hazard Class (IATA):8
Additional Hazard Class (IATA):NA
Packaging Group (IATA):II
UN ID Number (IATA):UN# 1759

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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