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Dicyclopentadienyl iron

Synonyms & Trade Names
bis(Cyclopentadienyl)iron, Ferrocene, Iron dicyclopentadienyl
CAS No.
102-54-5
RTECS No.
LK0700000
DOT ID & Guide
Formula
(C₅H₅)₂Fe
Conversion
IDLH
N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX
Exposure Limits
NIOSH REL
TWA 10 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp)
OSHA PEL
TWA 15 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp) See Appendix G
Measurement Methods
OSHA ID125G
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods
Physical Description
Orange, crystalline solid with a camphor-like odor.
Molecular Weight
186.1
Boiling Point
480°F
Melting Point
343°F
Solubility
Insoluble
Vapor Pressure
?
Ionization Potential
6.88 eV
Specific Gravity
?
Flash Point
?
Upper Exposive Limit
?
Lower Explosive Limit
?
Combustible Solid
Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Ammonium perchlorate, tetranitromethane, mercury(II) nitrate
Exposure Routes
inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
Symptoms
Possible irritation eyes, skin, respiratory system; In Animals: liver, red blood cell, testicular changes
Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system, liver, blood, reproductive system
Personal Protection/Sanitation
(See protection codes)
Skin:No recommendation
Eyes:No recommendation
Wash skin:No recommendation
Remove:No recommendation
Change:Daily
First Aid
(See procedures)
Eye:Irrigate immediately
Skin:Soap wash
Breathing:Respiratory support
Swallow:Medical attention immediately
Respirator Recommendations

Not available.

Important additional information about respirator selection

See also
INTRODUCTION   ICSC CARD: 1512

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