Section 1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/MIXTURE
Product identifiers
Product name : Trioctylaluminum solution
Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Identified uses : Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances
Section 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [EU-GHS/CLP]
Flammable liquids (Category 2)
Substances, which in contact with water, emit flammable gases (Category 1)
Skin corrosion (Category 1B)
Reproductive toxicity (Category 2)
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure (Category 3)
Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure (Category 2)
Aspiration hazard (Category 1)
Chronic aquatic toxicity (Category 2)
Classification according to EU Directives 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC
Highly flammable. Contact with water liberates extremely flammable gases. Causes severe burns. Harmful:
may cause lung damage if swallowed. Harmful: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged
exposure through inhalation. Possible risk of impaired fertility. Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-
term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness. Reacts
violently with water.
Label elements
Labelling according Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [CLP]
Pictogram
Signal word Danger
Hazard statement(s)
H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
H260 In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite
spontaneously.
H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
H361f Suspected of damaging fertility.
H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statement(s)
P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking.
P223 Keep away from any possible contact with water, because of violent
reaction and possible flash fire.
P231 + P232 Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture.
P261 Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray.
P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam for
extinction.
P422 Store contents under inert gas.
Supplemental Hazard information (EU)
EUH014 Reacts violently with water.
According to European Directive 67/548/EEC as amended.
Hazard symbol(s)
R-phrase(s)
R11 Highly flammable.
R14/15 Reacts violently with water, liberating extremely flammable gases.
R35 Causes severe burns.
R48/20 Harmful: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure
through inhalation.
R51/53 Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the
aquatic environment.
R62 Possible risk of impaired fertility.
R65 Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed.
R67 Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.
S-phrase(s)
S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and
seek medical advice.
S36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
S43 In case of fire, use sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam.
S45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately
(show the label where possible).
S61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/ Safety
data sheets.
S62 If swallowed, do not induce vomiting: seek medical advice immediately
and show this container or label.
Other hazards - none
Section 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Mixtures
Formula : C24H51Al
Molecular Weight : 366,64 g/mol
Component Classification Concentration
n-Hexane
CAS-No. 110-54-3 Flam. Liq. 2; Skin Irrit. 2; Repr. 50 - 100 %
EC-No. 203-777-6 2; STOT SE 3; STOT RE 2;
Index-No. 601-037-00-0 Asp. Tox. 1; Aquatic Chronic
2; H225, H304, H315, H336,
H361f, H373, H411
F, Xn, N, Repr.Cat.3, R11 -
R38 - R48/20 - R62 - R65 -
R67 - R51/53
Trioctylaluminium
CAS-No. 1070-00-4 Pyr. Liq. 1; Water-react. 1; 25 - 50 %
EC-No. 213-964-4 Skin Corr. 1B; H250, H260,
H314, EUH014
F, C, R14/15 - R17 - R35
For the full text of the H-Statements and R-Phrases mentioned in this Section, see Section 16
Section 4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Description of first aid measures
General advice
Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
If inhaled
If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.
In case of skin contact
Take off contaminated clothing and shoes immediately. Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a
physician.
In case of eye contact
Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.
If swallowed
Do NOT induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with
water. Consult a physician.
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Material is extremely destructive to tissue of the mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract, eyes, and
skin., spasm, inflammation and edema of the larynx, spasm, inflammation and edema of the bronchi,
pneumonitis, pulmonary edema, burning sensation, Cough, wheezing, laryngitis, Shortness of breath,
Headache, Nausea
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
no data available
Section 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
Dry powder
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Carbon oxides, Aluminum oxide
Advice for firefighters
Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.
Further information
no data available
Section 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Use personal protective equipment. Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation.
Remove all sources of ignition. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Beware of vapours accumulating to
form explosive concentrations. Vapours can accumulate in low areas.
Environmental precautions
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains. Discharge into the
environment must be avoided.
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Contain spillage, and then collect with an electrically protected vacuum cleaner or by wet-brushing and
place in container for disposal according to local regulations (see section 13). Do not flush with water.
Reference to other sections
For disposal see section 13.
Section 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid inhalation of vapour or mist.
Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.Take measures to prevent the build up of electrostatic
charge.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Containers which are
opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage.
Never allow product to get in contact with water during storage.
Air and moisture sensitive. Handle and store under inert gas.
Specific end use(s)
no data available
Section 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Control parameters
Components with workplace control parameters
Exposure controls
Appropriate engineering controls
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before breaks and
at the end of workday.
Personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection
Tightly fitting safety goggles. Faceshield (8-inch minimum). Use equipment for eye protection
tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN
166(EU).
Skin protection
Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique
(without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of
contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices.
Wash and dry hands.
The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of EU Directive 89/686/EEC and
the standard EN 374 derived from it.
Body Protection
Complete suit protecting against chemicals, Flame retardant antistatic protective clothing, The type
of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the
dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
Respiratory protection
Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a full-face respirator
with multi-purpose combination (US) or type ABEK (EN 14387) respirator cartridges as a backup
to engineering controls. If the respirator is the sole means of protection, use a full-face supplied air
respirator. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government
standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).
Section 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Information on basic physical and chemical properties
a) Appearance Form: liquid
b) Odour no data available
c) Odour Threshold no data available
d) pH no data available
e) Melting point/freezing no data available
point
f) Initial boiling point and no data available
boiling range
g) Flash point -21 °C - closed cup
h) Evaporation rate no data available
i) Flammability (solid, gas) no data available
j) Upper/lower no data available
flammability or
explosive limits
k) Vapour pressure no data available
l) Vapour density no data available
m) Relative density 0,701 g/cm3
n) Water solubility no data available
o) Partition coefficient: n- no data available
octanol/water
p) Auto-ignition The substance or mixture is not classified as pyrophoric.
temperature
q) Decomposition no data available
temperature
r) Viscosity no data available
s) Explosive properties no data available
t) Oxidizing properties no data available
Other safety information
no data available
Section 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity
no data available
Chemical stability
no data available
Possibility of hazardous reactions
Reacts violently with water.
Conditions to avoid
Heat, flames and sparks. Extremes of temperature and direct sunlight. Exposure to moisture.
Incompatible materials
Water, Oxidizing agents, Strong oxidizing agents, Alcohols, acids, Halogens
Hazardous decomposition products
Other decomposition products - no data available
Section 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
no data available
Skin corrosion/irritation
no data available
Serious eye damage/eye irritation
no data available
Respiratory or skin sensitization
no data available
Germ cell mutagenicity
no data available
Carcinogenicity
IARC: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as
probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.
Reproductive toxicity
no data available
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure
no data available
Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure
no data available
Aspiration hazard
no data available
Potential health effects
Inhalation Harmful if inhaled. Material is extremely destructive to the tissue of the
mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract. Vapours may cause
drowsiness and dizziness.
Ingestion Harmful if swallowed. Causes burns. Aspiration hazard if swallowed - can
enter lungs and cause damage.
Skin Harmful if absorbed through skin. Causes skin burns.
Eyes Causes eye burns.
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure
Material is extremely destructive to tissue of the mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract, eyes, and
skin., spasm, inflammation and edema of the larynx, spasm, inflammation and edema of the bronchi,
pneumonitis, pulmonary edema, burning sensation, Cough, wheezing, laryngitis, Shortness of breath,
Headache, Nausea
Additional Information
RTECS: Not available
Section 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxicity
no data available
Persistence and degradability
no data available
Bioaccumulative potential
no data available
Mobility in soil
no data available
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
no data available
Other adverse effects
Toxic to aquatic life.
Section 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste treatment methods
Product
Burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber but exert extra care in igniting
as this material is highly flammable. Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal
company.
Contaminated packaging
Dispose of as unused product.
Section 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
UN number
ADR/RID: 3399 IMDG: 3399 IATA: 3399
UN proper shipping name
ADR/RID: ORGANOMETALLIC SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, WATER-REACTIVE, FLAMMABLE
(Trioctylaluminium, n-Hexane)
IMDG: ORGANOMETALLIC SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, WATER-REACTIVE, FLAMMABLE (n-Hexane,
Trioctylaluminium)
IATA: Organometallic substance, liquid, water-reactive, flammable (n-Hexane, Trioctylaluminium)
Transport hazard class(es)
ADR/RID: 4.3 (3) IMDG: 4.3 (3) IATA: 4.3 (3)
Packaging group
ADR/RID: I IMDG: I IATA: I
Environmental hazards
ADR/RID: no IMDG Marine Pollutant: no IATA: no
Special precautions for user
no data available
SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
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SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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