Potassium pentachloronitrosyl iridium(III)

Synonym:Iridate(1-), pentachloronitrosyl-, potassium, (OC-6-21)-

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Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
IngredientCAS NumberPercentACGIH (TWA)OSHA (PEL)
Title Compound22594-86-1100%no datano data

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Section 3: Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview:Irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract.
Primary Routes of Exposure:Ingestion, inhalation, skin, eyes
Eye Contact:Causes mild irritation to the eyes.
Skin Contact:Causes slight irritation of the skin.
Inhalation:Inhalation of dust can lead to irritation of the respiratory tract.
Ingestion:No information available on the physiological effects of ingestion.
Acute Health Affects:Irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract.
The chronic toxicological properties of this compound have not been thoroughly investigated. Unrecognized
Chronic Health Affects:
hazards may be present.
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: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 product may emit toxic oxidation and decomposition products.
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 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 in a cool, dry place in a tightly sealed container.

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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:brown xtl.
Molecular Weight:438.57
Melting Point:no data
Boiling Point:no data
Vapor Pressure:no data
Specific Gravity:no data
Odor:none
Solubility in Water:soluble

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SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability:air and moisture stable
Hazardous Polymerization:no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid:none
Incompatibility:active metals
Decomposition Products:Hydrogen chloride, iridium salts, potassium oxide, and nitrogen oxide.

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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