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Product Name: Iodoethane
Chemical Formula: C2H5I
Synonyms: Ethyl iodide
CAS Number: 75-03-6
Recommended Use: Laboratory reagent, chemical synthesis intermediate
Supplier Information: Distributed by laboratory chemical suppliers, contact details available on request
Emergency Contact: Local Poison Control Center or Emergency Services
Classification: Flammable liquid, Harmful if swallowed, Skin and eye irritant, Suspected carcinogen
Hazard Statements: Causes irritation to respiratory tract, skin, and eyes; harmful by inhalation, ingestion, or skin contact; flammable vapors may form explosive mixtures with air
Signal Word: Danger
Pictograms: Flame, exclamation mark, health hazard
Precautionary Statements: Wear protective gloves and clothing, use only in well-ventilated areas, keep away from ignition sources, avoid breathing vapors or mist
Chemical Name: Iodoethane
Concentration: Approximately 100%
Impurities: Trace halogenated hydrocarbons, moisture
Molecular Weight: 155.97 g/mol
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, administer oxygen if breathing is difficult, seek medical help
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash affected area thoroughly with soap and water, seek medical attention if symptoms persist
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes with water for several minutes, lift upper and lower eyelids occasionally, obtain medical care
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, get immediate medical assistance
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Water jets can spread fire
Specific Hazards: Releases toxic gases like hydrogen iodide and carbon oxides under fire conditions
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Full protective suit, self-contained breathing apparatus, avoid inhalation of combustion vapors
Firefighting Instructions: Remove containers from danger zone if possible, keep upwind, cool fire-exposed containers with water spray
Personal Precautions: Evacuate area, ventilate, avoid breathing vapors, prevent skin and eye contact by wearing chemical-resistant gear
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into drains, surface water, or soil
Cleanup Methods: Absorb with inert material such as dry sand, use spark-proof tools, place collected material in suitable, sealed container for disposal
Decontamination: Wash spill surfaces with detergent solution, ventilate area
Handling: Wear recommended protective gear, avoid inhaling vapors, keep container closed, work under local exhaust ventilation, keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame
Storage: Store in tightly closed amber glass containers, keep in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, protect from direct sunlight, segregate from strong bases, oxidizers, and reducing agents, label containers clearly
Occupational Exposure Limits: No specific exposure limit established, general fume hood and local ventilation required
Engineering Controls: Use explosion-proof ventilation systems
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile or neoprene), safety goggles, lab coat, face shield for large-scale transfer, approved respirator in case of inadequate ventilation
Hygiene: Do not eat, drink or smoke where product is used, wash hands after handling, remove and wash contaminated clothing before reuse
Appearance: Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor: Ether-like
Odor Threshold: Not determined
pH: Not applicable
Melting Point: -110°C
Boiling Point: 72-73°C
Flash Point: 15°C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate: Not available
Flammability: Flammable liquid
Upper/Lower Flammability Limits: Data not available
Vapor Pressure: 69 mm Hg at 20°C
Vapor Density: 5.4 (air = 1)
Relative Density: 1.95 (water = 1)
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water, miscible with most organic solvents
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Data not available
Auto-ignition Temperature: 470°C
Decomposition Temperature: Not available
Viscosity: Data not available
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions if kept cool and away from light
Reactivity: Reacts with strong bases, oxidizers, reducing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Hydrogen iodide, ethylene, carbon oxides
Polymerization: Does not undergo hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid: Exposure to light, elevated temperatures, open flames, incompatible chemicals
Acute Toxicity: Oral LD50 (rat): approx. 210 mg/kg
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, eye contact
Symptoms: Irritation to eyes, skin, respiratory tract, nausea, headache, dizziness
Chronic Effects: Potential for organ damage, suspected carcinogenic effects with chronic exposure
Mutagenicity/Carcinogenicity: Classified as Group 3 (not classifiable as to carcinogenicity to humans, IARC)
Other Information: May affect thyroid, liver, kidneys
Ecotoxicity: Harmful to aquatic organisms with possible long-term adverse effects
Persistence and Degradability: Not readily biodegradable, persists in environment
Bioaccumulative Potential: Expected due to low solubility and high log Kow
Mobility in Soil: Low, binds to soil organic matter
Other Adverse Effects: Avoid release to environment, potential to harm aquatic and terrestrial life
Disposal Methods: Incinerate in approved chemical waste facility in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations
Special Precautions: Do not pour down drains or dispose with regular trash
Container Disposal: Rinse thoroughly, dispose of as hazardous waste
Environmental Precautions: Prevent leaks and spills from contaminating soil and waterways
UN Number: 1891
Proper Shipping Name: Iodoethane
Transport Hazard Class: 3 (Flammable liquid)
Packing Group: II
Labeling Requirements: Flammable liquid
Special Transport Precautions: Package in sealed, upright containers, protect from heat and sunlight, follow regulatory guidelines for hazardous substances
Safety, Health, and Environmental Regulations: Subject to chemical safety and hazardous substance regulations across regions
OSHA Status: Regulated, listed as a hazardous substance
TSCA Inventory: Listed
SARA Title III: Not specifically listed, acute health hazard noted
EU Regulation (REACH): Requires registration and risk assessment
Label Elements (CLP): Danger, H225 Highly flammable liquid, H302 Harmful if swallowed, H315 Causes skin irritation, H319 Causes serious eye irritation
Other Requirements: Ensure compliance with local workplace safety, storage, and waste regulations
