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