Product Name: Allyltriphenylphosphonium Chloride
Chemical Formula: C21H20ClP
Synonyms: Triphenylphosphonium, allyl-, chloride
CAS Number: 1453-92-5
Recommended Use: Chemical synthesis, research, and laboratory applications
Supplier Information: Manufacturer details, emergency contact numbers, and full address required on packaging
Emergency Telephone: Available on SDS provided by supplier
GHS Classification: Acute toxicity (oral, dermal), Skin irritation, Eye irritation, Specific target organ toxicity
Signal Word: Danger
Hazard Statements: Harmful if swallowed, toxic in contact with skin, causes skin and eye irritation
Pictograms: Exclamation mark, health hazard
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust or fume, wash hands thoroughly after handling, use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area, wear protective gloves and eye protection
Specific Hazards: Dust may cause respiratory tract irritation, vapors may irritate mucous membranes, reactions with water and strong oxidizers can release hazardous gases
Chemical Name: Allyltriphenylphosphonium Chloride
CAS Number: 1453-92-5
EC Number: 215-925-1
Purity: ≥98%
Impurities: Trace solvents, unreacted triphenylphosphine
Hazardous Components: Allyltriphenylphosphonium chloride (primary component), chloride ion (irritant)
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air immediately. Support breathing with oxygen if needed. Seek medical attention for any breathing problems.
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Rinse skin thoroughly with water for 15 minutes at minimum. Seek medical care for rash, redness, or persistent irritation.
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes cautiously with water for at least 15 minutes, holding eyelids open. Seek immediate medical attention if pain or vision changes occur.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting unless instructed by medical personnel. Get medical attention at once.
Most Important Symptoms: Burning, itching, redness, difficulty breathing if inhaled, gastrointestinal upset if ingested
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, CO₂, foam, water spray
Unsuitable Media: Direct water jet as it may spread contamination
Specific Hazards: Combustion may release carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, phosphorus oxides, dangerous fumes, and hydrochloric acid gases
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Chemical-resistant suit, self-contained breathing apparatus, gloves
Explosion Data: Dust accumulation can form explosive mixtures with air
Personal Precautions: Restrict access to area, use respiratory protection, ventilate area
Protective Equipment: Goggles, chemical-resistant gloves, protective clothing, NIOSH-approved respirator
Spill Cleanup Procedures: Scoop up material with non-sparking tools, avoid raising dust, place in closed labeled waste container
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into drains, sewers, watercourses, and soil
Disposal: Dispose of spilled material according to local, state, and federal regulations, clean spill area thoroughly with water and detergent
Safe Handling Recommendations: Work in fume hood, avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing, do not breathe dust or vapor, practice good hygiene
Storage Conditions: Keep container tightly closed, dry, and in a well-ventilated place, away from direct sunlight and incompatible materials such as oxidizers and acids
Incompatibility: Strong acids, strong bases, oxidizing agents, moisture
Special Storage Requirements: Use original labeled container, store away from food, drink, and animal feed
Exposure Limits: No occupational exposure limits established
Engineering Controls: Use chemical fume hood, ensure adequate ventilation, safety shower/eyewash in work area
Personal Protective Equipment:
Appearance: White to pale yellow crystalline solid
Odor: Odorless or faint characteristic
Molecular Weight: 338.81 g/mol
Melting Point: 220–225°C (decomposes)
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes)
Solubility in Water: Moderately soluble, forms clear solution
Vapor Pressure: Not available
Density: 1.2–1.3 g/cm³
pH: Slightly acidic to neutral (aqueous solution)
Partition Coefficient: Not determined
Flash point: Not determined
Auto-ignition temperature: Not determined
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions of storage and handling
Possible Hazardous Reactions: Generates toxic fumes on thermal decomposition, reacts vigorously with strong oxidizers, contact with acids produces toxic phosphorus compounds
Conditions to Avoid: Moisture, high temperatures, incompatible materials
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, bases, oxidizers
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides, phosphorus oxides, hydrogen chloride, toxic organic fragments
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin, eye, ingestion
Acute Toxicity: Low to moderate acute toxicity, can cause respiratory and digestive tract irritation, skin absorption may be harmful
Chronic Toxicity: Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause dermatitis, potential negative effects on liver and kidneys (study data limited)
Symptoms: Irritation to skin, eyes, mucous membranes, headaches, nausea upon ingestion or inhalation
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by IARC, NTP, or OSHA as a carcinogen
Reproductive Toxicity: No data available
Other Health Effects: Possible blood, liver, or kidney organ damage on prolonged exposure
Ecotoxicity: Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment
Persistence and Degradability: Possible persistence, not easily biodegraded
Bioaccumulative Potential: Potential for bioaccumulation in aquatic organisms is low to moderate
Mobility in Soil: Mobility expected to be low, binds to soil particles
Other Adverse Effects: May cause detrimental impact to wastewater treatment systems, avoid release into environment
Disposal Methods: Dispose of unused material through a licensed chemical waste disposal service. Do not pour down drain or discard in regular trash.
Waste Codes: Contact local environmental agency for specific codes
Contaminated Packaging: Empty containers should be rinsed with suitable solvent and disposed of as hazardous waste, in accordance with environmental regulations
Precautions: Avoid release into the environment. Separate from non-hazardous waste streams.
UN Number: UN3077
UN Proper Shipping Name: Environmentally hazardous substance, solid, n.o.s. (contains Allyltriphenylphosphonium Chloride)
Transport Hazard Class: 9
Packing Group: III
Labels Required: Environmentally hazardous substance
Marine Pollutant: Yes
Special Precautions: Prevent spillage during transportation, keep container sealed, handle according to relevant national and international regulations
TSCA Inventory: Listed or exempt
REACH Status: Not registered
SARA Title III (Sections 302/304/311/312): Not listed as extremely hazardous/requires reporting
California Proposition 65: Not listed
Other Regulations: All chemical handlers should follow workplace safety rules set by OSHA and meet all local, regional, and national regulatory requirements concerning hazardous chemicals
