SECTION 1: GENERAL INFORMATION Catalog Number(s): 30-3040 Common Name: 5-Ethylthio-1H-Tetrazole Proper Name: 5-Ethylthio-1H-Tetrazole Chemical Family: Substituted Heterocycle CAS Number: 89797-68-2 M.W.: 130.17 Formula: C3H6N4S SECTION II: HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS Greater than 99%: 5-Ethylthio-1H-Tetrazole, CAS Number:89797-68-2 Contains no: Metals, Pigments, Catalysts, Vehicle, Coating, Flux TLV units: Unknown SECTION III: PHYSICAL PROPERTIES Appearance: White Crystalline powder Odor: None Vapor Pressure: Not Applicable Boiling Point:Not Applicable Melting Point:83-86 °C Vapor Density: Not Applicable Percent Volatile by Volume : Not Applicable Specific Gravity: Not Applicable Evaporation Rate (H2O=1): Not Applicable Solubility in H2O: Slightly soluble in hot water SECTION IV: FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA Flash Point: Not available Flammable Limits: Not available • Avoid dispersing dust. Extinguishing Media: Class A; Dry Chemical, CO2, H2O, Foam Special Fire Fighting Procedures: None known Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Container explosions may occur under fire conditions. Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions. May explode if heated near melting point (83-86 degrees Celsius). Autoignition Temperature: Not Applicable SECTION V: SPECIAL PROTECTION Respiratory Protection: • A NIOSH dust mask is recommended when a possibility of dust inhalation exists. • Ventilate as necessary to eliminate dust form the work area and maintain concentrations below the limit. Protective gloves: Impermeable, rubber or neoprene Eye Protection: Laboratory safety glasses: protect eyes from dust Other Protective Equipment: Normal laboratory apparel: protect skin from dust SECTION VI: Special PRECAUTIONS Avoid all direct contact. SECTION VII: REACTIVITY DATA Stable Material, hazardous polymerization will not occur. Decomposition Products: • Toxic fumes of carbon monoxide, dioxide and nitrogen oxides may evolve when heated to decomposition. Keep away from heat, metals, metal salts, oxidizers, acids, and chlorides. SECTION VIII: HEALTH HAZARD DATA Threshold limit value: Unknown Overexposure Effects: No data known Emergency First Aid Procedures: Always contact physician Ingestion: • Contact physician. • Wash out mouth with water. • Never induce vomiting or give liquids to someone who is unconscious or cannot swallow. Eye contact: Flush thoroughly with water. Skin contact: Flush thoroughly with water. Inhalation: • Remove to fresh air. • If not breathing give artificial respiration. • If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. SECTION IX: SPILL AND LEAKAGE PROCEDURES If a spill occurs: • Wear protection as stated in section V • First sweep up the bulk of the material. • Finish by wiping with a damp towel. Waste Disposal: Dissolve in solvent and incinerate. The information provided herein is based on sources believed to be reliable as of May 3, 2010 and pertains only to the material designated. Glen Research Corporation makes no warranty or representation to its completeness, accuracy,or currency. This material is intended for use by persons with pertinent technical skills and at their discretion and risk. It is the responsibility of the user to determine the product's suitability for its intended use, the product's safe use, and the product's proper disposal. Disposal of hazardous material may be subject to federal, state or local laws or regulations.