Triphenylmethanol Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
SDS #: 833.2
Revision Date: October 28, 2014
Triphenylmethanol
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Signal Word
WARNING
Hazard class: Skin corrosion or irritation (Category 2). Causes skin irritation (H315).
Hazard class: Serious eye damage/eye irritation (Category 2A). Causes serious eye irritation (H319).
Hazard class: Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; respiratory tract irritation (Category 3). May cause respiratory irritation (H335). Avoid breathing dust or fumes (P261).
Component Name |
CAS Number |
Formula |
Formula Weight |
Concentration |
Triphenylmethanol
Synonyms: Triphenylcarbinol; Trityl alcohol; Tritanol
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76-84-6 |
(C6H5)3COH |
260.334 |
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Call a POISON CENTER or physician if you feel unwell (P312). 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. Continue rinsing (P305+P351+P338). If eye irritation persists eyes: Get medical advice or attention (P337+P313). If on skin: Wash with plenty of water (P302+P352). If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice or attention (P332+P313). If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Call a POISON CENTER or physician if you feel unwell.
Nonflammable, noncombustible 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
Do not allow solid to become airborne. Wipe up dust with a damp paper towel to avoid generating dust. Place in a sealed bag or container and dispose. Wash spill site after material pickup is complete. See Sections 8 and 13 for further information.
Flinn Suggested Chemical Storage Pattern: Organic #2. Store with alcohols, glycols, amines and amides. Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container tightly closed (P233). Use only in a hood or in a well-ventilated area (P271).
Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, and eye protection (P280). Wash thoroughly after handling (P264). Use only in a hood or in a well-ventilated area (P271).
White to beige crystalline powder. Odor not determined. Soluble in alcohol, ether, concentrated sulfuric acid, and glacial acetic acid. Insoluble in water.
Boiling point: 360-380 °C Melting point: 160-165 °C Specific gravity: 1.199
Reacts with acids, acid chlorides, acid anhydrides, and oxidizing agents Shelf life: Good, if stored safely.
Acute effects: Serious eye irritation. Skin and respiratory tract irritation. Chronic effects: Dermatitis. Asthma-like symptoms. Target organs: Eyes, skin, respiratory tract.
ORL-RAT LD50: N.A. IHL-RAT LC50: N.A. SKN-RBT LD50: N.A.
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.
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