Iron pentacarbonyl (as Fe)
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CAS
13463-40-6
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Fe(CO)5
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RTECS
NO4900000
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Synonyms & Trade Names
Iron carbonyl, Pentacarbonyl iron
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DOT ID & Guide
1994 / 131
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Exposure
Limits
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NIOSH REL: TWA 0.1 ppm (0.23 mg/m3) ST 0.2 ppm (0.45 mg/m3)
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OSHA PEL†: none
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IDLH
N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX
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Conversion
1 ppm = 2.28 mg/m3 (as Fe)
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Physical Description
Colorless to yellow to dark-red, oily liquid.
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MW: 195.9
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BP(749 mmHg): 217°F
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FRZ: -6°F
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Sol: Insoluble
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VP(87°F): 40 mmHg
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IP: ?
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Sp.Gr: 1.46-1.52
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Fl.P: 5°F
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UEL: ?
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LEL: ?
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Class IB Flammable Liquid: Fl.P. below 73°F and BP at or above 100°F.
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Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Oxidizers, nitrogen oxide, (zinc + cobalt halides) [Note: Pyrophoric (i.e., ignites spontaneously in air). Decomposed by light or air, releasing carbon monoxide.]
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Measurement Methods
None available
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
Personal Protection & Sanitation (See protection)
Skin: Prevent skin contact
Eyes: Prevent eye contact
Wash skin: When contaminated
Remove: When wet (flammable)
Change: No recommendation
Provide: Quick drench
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First Aid (See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Soap flush immediately
Breathing: Respiratory support
Swallow: Medical attention immediately
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Respirator Recommendations
Not available.
Important additional information about respirator selection
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Exposure Routes
inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
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Symptoms
Irritation eyes, mucous membrane, respiratory system; headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting; fever, cyanosis, cough, dyspnea (breathing difficulty); liver, kidney, lung injury; degenerative changes in central nervous system
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Target Organs
Eyes, respiratory system, central nervous system, liver, kidneys
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See also: INTRODUCTION
See ICSC CARD: 0168 |
