Material Safety Data Sheet

9-Hydroxyfluorene, 97+%

ACC# 26397
Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification

*MSDS Name:* 9-Hydroxyfluorene, 97+%
*Catalog Numbers:* AC121230000, AC121230250 *
Synonyms:* 9-Fluorenol *
Company Identification:*
              Acros Organics N.V.
              One Reagent Lane
              Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
*For information in North America, call:* 800-ACROS-01
*For emergencies in the US, call CHEMTREC:* 800-424-9300

Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients


*CAS#* 	*Chemical Name* 	*Percent* 	*EINECS/ELINCS*
1689-64-1	9-Hydroxyfluorene 	>97 	216-879-0

*
Hazard Symbols:* None listed. *
Risk Phrases:* None listed.

Section 3 - Hazards Identification


*EMERGENCY OVERVIEW*

Appearance: white powder. * Caution!* The toxicological properties of
this material have not been fully investigated. May cause eye and skin
irritation. May cause respiratory and digestive tract irritation.
*Target Organs: *No data found.


*Potential Health Effects*
*Eye:* May cause eye irritation. The toxicological properties of this
material have not been fully investigated.
*Skin:* May cause skin irritation. The toxicological properties of this
material have not been fully investigated.
*Ingestion:* May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting
and diarrhea. The toxicological properties of this substance have not
been fully investigated.
*Inhalation:* May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological
properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
*Chronic:* No information found.

Section 4 - First Aid Measures



*Eyes:* Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid
immediately.
*Skin:* Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15
minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing
before reuse.
*Ingestion:* If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk
or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get
medical aid immediately.
*Inhalation:* Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If
not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult,
give oxygen. Get medical aid.
*Notes to Physician:* Treat symptomatically and supportively.

Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures



*General Information:* As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing
apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and
full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases
may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion.
*Extinguishing Media:* Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire.
Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam.
*Flash Point:* Not available.
*Autoignition Temperature:* Not available.
*Explosion Limits, Lower:*N/A
* Upper:* N/A
*NFPA Rating:* (estimated) Health: 1; Flammability: 0; Instability: 0

Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures



*General Information:* Use proper personal protective equipment as
indicated in Section 8.
*Spills/Leaks:* Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in
the Protective Equipment section. Sweep up, then place into a suitable
container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide
ventilation.

Section 7 - Handling and Storage



*Handling:* Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing
and wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust
generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and
clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
*Storage:* Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry,
well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.

Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection



*Engineering Controls:* Facilities storing or utilizing this material
should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use
adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
*Exposure Limits*
*Chemical Name* 	*ACGIH* 	*NIOSH* 	*OSHA - Final PELs*
9-Hydroxyfluorene	none listed 	none listed	none listed


*OSHA Vacated PELs:* 9-Hydroxyfluorene: No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed
for this chemical.
*Personal Protective Equipment*
*Eyes:* Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety
goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29
CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
*Skin:* Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
*Clothing:* Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
*Respirators:* Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR
1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European
Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.

Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties



*Physical State:* Powder
*Appearance:* white
*Odor:* None reported.
*pH:* Not available.
*Vapor Pressure:* Not available.
*Vapor Density:* 6.3
*Evaporation Rate:*Not available.
*Viscosity:* Not available.
*Boiling Point:* Not available.
*Freezing/Melting Point:*153.00 - 154.00 deg C
*Decomposition Temperature:*Not available.
*Solubility:* Not available.
*Specific Gravity/Density:*Not available.
*Molecular Formula:*C13H10O
*Molecular Weight:*182.22

Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity



*Chemical Stability:* Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
*Conditions to Avoid:* Incompatible materials, excess heat, strong
oxidants.
*Incompatibilities with Other Materials:* Oxidizing agents.
*Hazardous Decomposition Products:* Carbon monoxide, irritating and
toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide.
*Hazardous Polymerization:* Has not been reported.

Section 11 - Toxicological Information



*RTECS#:*
*CAS#* 1689-64-1 unlisted.
*LD50/LC50:*
Not available.

*Carcinogenicity:*
CAS# 1689-64-1: Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA.
*Epidemiology:* No information available.
*Teratogenicity:* No information available.
*Reproductive Effects:* No information available.
*Neurotoxicity:* No information available.
*Mutagenicity:* No information available.
*Other Studies:* No data available.

Section 12 - Ecological Information


No information available.

Section 13 - Disposal Considerations


Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is
classified as a hazardous waste. US EPA guidelines for the
classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3.
Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous
waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification.
*RCRA P-Series:* None listed.
*RCRA U-Series:* None listed.

Section 14 - Transport Information


* * 	*US DOT* 	*IATA* 	*RID/ADR* 	*IMO* 	*Canada TDG*
*Shipping Name:* 	No information available. 				No information available.
*Hazard Class:* 					
*UN Number:* 					
*Packing Group:* 					


Section 15 - Regulatory Information


*US FEDERAL**
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*TSCA*
CAS# 1689-64-1 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
*Health & Safety Reporting List*
None of the chemicals are on the Health & Safety Reporting List.
*Chemical Test Rules*
None of the chemicals in this product are under a Chemical Test Rule.
*Section 12b*
None of the chemicals are listed under TSCA Section 12b.
*TSCA Significant New Use Rule*
None of the chemicals in this material have a SNUR under TSCA.
*SARA*

*CERCLA Hazardous Substances and corresponding RQs*
None of the chemicals in this material have an RQ.
*SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances*
None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.
*Section 313*
No chemicals are reportable under Section 313.
*Clean Air Act:*
This material does not contain any hazardous air pollutants. This
material does not contain any Class 1 Ozone depletors. This material
does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.
*Clean Water Act:*
None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Hazardous Substances
under the CWA. None of the chemicals in this product are listed as
Priority Pollutants under the CWA. None of the chemicals in this product
are listed as Toxic Pollutants under the CWA.
*OSHA:*
None of the chemicals in this product are considered highly hazardous by
OSHA.
*STATE*
CAS# 1689-64-1 is not present on state lists from CA, PA, MN, MA, FL, or
NJ.
California No Significant Risk Level: None of the chemicals in this
product are listed. *

European/International Regulations*
*European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives*
*Hazard Symbols:*
Not available. *
Risk Phrases:*
*
Safety Phrases:*
S 24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
S 37 Wear suitable gloves.
S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek
medical advice immediately (show the label where
possible).
S 28A After contact with skin, wash immediately with
plenty of water.
*
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)*
CAS# 1689-64-1: No information available.
*Canada - DSL/NDSL*
CAS# 1689-64-1 is listed on Canada's NDSL List.
*Canada - WHMIS*
WHMIS: Not available.
*Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List*
*Exposure Limits*

Section 16 - Additional Information


*MSDS Creation Date:* 6/05/1998
*Revision #2 Date:* 3/18/2003
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