Material Safety Data Sheet
4,4'-DIMETHOXY-TRIPHENYLCHLOROMETHANE

Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification
MSDS Name: 4,4'-DIMETHOXY-TRIPHENYLCHLOROMETHANE
Catalog Numbers: SC-9264

Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients
CAS# 40615-36-9
Chemical Name: 4,4'-DIMETHOXY-TRIPHENYLCHLOROMETHANE
Percent 95%min
EINECS/ELINCS:255-002-6
Hazard Symbols: XI
Risk Phrases: 36/37/38

Section 3 - Hazards Identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.Light sensitive.

Potential Health Effects
Inhalation: Causes respiratory tract irritation.
Skin:Causes skin irritation.
Eyes:Causes eye irritation
Ingestion:May cause irritation of the digestive tract. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.

Section 4 - First Aid Measures
Ingestion: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Eyes: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
Skin: Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.
Inhalation: Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.

Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
General Information: As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear.
Extinguishing Media: In case of fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam.

Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.

Section 7 - Handling and Storage
Handling: Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Use with adequate ventilation. Store protected from light. Wash clothing before reuse.
Storage: Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.Store under inert gas. Moisture sensitive. hygroscopic.

Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
Engineering Controls: Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the permissible exposure limits. Use process enclosure, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to control airborne levels.

Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes: Wear safety glasses and chemical goggles if splashing is possible.
Skin: Wear safety glasses and chemical goggles if splashing is possible.
Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin.
Respirators: Wear a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved full-facepiece airline respirator in the positive pressure mode with emergency escape provisions.

Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State: Powder.
Color: Light pink.
Odor: Not available.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 463.1°C at 760 mmHg
Melting point: 123-125 °C
Autoignition Temperature: Not available
Flash Point: 155.6°C
Explosion Limits: Lower: Not available
Explosion Limits: Upper: Not available
Decomposition Temperature: Not available.

Specific Gravity/Density: 1.159g/cm3
Molecular Formula: C21H19ClO2
Molecular Weight: 338.83

Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
Chemical Stability: Not available.
Conditions to Avoid:Incompatible materials, light.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, strong bases.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Not available.
Hazardous Polymerization:Has not been reported.

Section 11 - Toxicological Information
RTECS#: CAS# 40615-36-9: None listed
LD50/LC50: RTECS: Not available.
Carcinogenicity:
4,4'-DIMETHOXY-TRIPHENYLCHLOROMETHANE, 95%min- Not listed as a carcinogen by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
Other Studies: The toxicological properties have not been fully investigated.
WGK Germany : 3

Section 12 - Ecological Information
Nor available

Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.

Section 14 - Transport Information
Shipping Name: Not regulated

Section 15 - Regulatory Information
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
         Hazard Symbols: XI 
                 Risk Phrases:
                     R 36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
                 Safety Phrases:
                    S 22: Do not breathe dust
                    S 24/25: Avoid contact with skin and eyes
                    S 37/39: Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection
                    S 26: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice
                    S 36: Wear suitable protective clothing

Section 16 - Additional Information
While the information herein is believed to be reliable, it is furnished without warranty of any kind. It shall be used only as a guide. We assume no liabilities from the use of this product or information contained herein.