Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
SDS #: 664
Revision Date: March 21, 2014
Pyrogallol
Flinn Scientific, Inc. P.O. Box 219, Batavia, IL 60510 (800) 452-1261 Chemtrec Emergency Phone Number: (800) 424-10202
Signal Word
DANGER
Hazard class: Acute toxicity, oral (Category 3). Toxic if swallowed (H301). Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product (P270).
Hazard class: Acute toxicity, dermal and inhalation (Category 4). Harmful if inhaled or in contact with skin (H312+H332). Avoid breathing dust or fumes (P261).
Hazard class: Germ cell mutagenicity (Category 2). Suspected of causing genetic defects (H341). Obtain special instructions before use (P201). Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood (P202). Use personal protective equipment as required (P281).
Component Name |
CAS Number |
Formula |
Formula Weight |
Concentration |
Pyrogallol
Synonyms: Pyrogallic acid
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87-66-1 |
C6H3-1,2,3-(OH)3 |
126.11 |
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Call a POISON CENTER or physician if you feel unwell. If inhaled: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing (P304+P340). If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do so. Continue rinsing. If on skin: Wash with plenty of water (P302+P352). If swallowed: Rinse mouth (P330). Immediately call a POISON CENTER or physician (P301+P310).
Nonflammable solid. When heated to decomposition, may emit toxic fumes. In case of fire: Use a tri-class dry chemical fire extinguisher.
NFPA Code
None established
Sweep up, place in sealed bag or container and dispose. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete. See Sections 8 and 13 for further information.
Flinn Suggested Chemical Storage Pattern: Organic #8. Store with phenols and cresols. Store in a poisons cabinet. Use only in a hood or well-ventilated area (P271).
Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, and eye protection (P280). Wash hands thoroughly after handling (P264). Use only in a hood or well-ventilated area (P271).
White crystalline granules which may turn gray on exposure to light. Odorless. Soluble: Water and alcohol
Boiling point: 309 °C Melting point: 131-133 °C Specific gravity: 1.463 Vapor density: 4.4
Avoid contact with acid chlorides, acid anhydrides, bases and oxidizing agents. Avoid exposure to light. Shelf life: Indefinite, crystals turn gray on exposure to light.
Acute effects: Toxic, severe irritant, and sensitizer Chronic effects: N.A. Target organs: Blood, liver, kidneys
ORL-RAT LD50: 300 mg/kg ORL-HUMAN LDL0: 28 mg/kg SKN-RBT LD50: 500 mg/24 hour
Please review all federal, state and local regulations that may apply before proceeding. Flinn Suggested Disposal Method #18b is one option.
Shipping name: Not regulated. Hazard class: N/A. UN number: N/A.
TSCA-listed, EINECS-listed (201-762-9).
This Safety Data Sheet (SDS) is for guidance and is based upon information and tests believed to be reliable. Flinn Scientific, Inc. makes no guarantee of the accuracy or
completeness of the data and shall not be liable for any damages relating thereto. The data is offered solely for your consideration, investigation, and verification. The
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information must be determined by the science instructor to be in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws and regulations. The conditions or methods of
handling, storage, use and disposal of the product(s) described are beyond the control of Flinn Scientific, Inc. and may be beyond our knowledge. FOR THIS AND OTHER
REASONS, WE DO NOT ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY AND EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM LIABILITY FOR LOSS, DAMAGE OR EXPENSE ARISING OUT OF OR IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH THE HANDLING, STORAGE, USE OR DISPOSAL OF THIS PRODUCT(S).
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