Product Identification

Product Name

4-Iodobiphenyl

Synonyms

1-Iodo-4-phenylbenzene
4-Iodo-1,1'-biphenyl
4-Phenyliodobenzene
p-Phenyliodobenzene

CAS

1591-31-7

Formula

C12H9I

Molecular Weight

280.11

EINECS

216-469-1

Physical and Chemical Properties

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Melting Point

112

Boiling Point

320

Vapor Pressure

5.2E-4 (25 C)

Density

1.584 g/cm3 (20 C)

Partition Coefficient

4.98

Heat Of Vaporization

54.2 kJ/mol

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Call a physician.

Inhalation

If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.

Skin

In case of skin contact, flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Call a physician.

Eyes

In case of contact with eyes, flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Assure adequate flushing by separating the eyelids with fingers. Call a physician.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Keep tightly closed.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

Harmful if swallowed.

Inhalation

May be harmful if inhaled. Material may be irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.

Skin

May cause skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.

Eyes

Causes severe eye irritation.

EC Risk Phrase

R: 22 41 50/53

EC Safety Phrase

S: 26 39 60 61

UN (DOT)

3077

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Compatible chemical-resistant gloves. Chemical safety goggles.

Respirators

Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU). Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a dust mask type N95 (US) or type P1 (EN 143) respirator.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

146

Fire Fighting

Extinguish with water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or appropriate foam. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes. Specific Hazard(s): Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Avoid raising dust. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.

Stability and Reactivity

Incompatibilities

Oxidizing agents.

Stability

Stable at normal temperatures and pressures.

Combustion Products

Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.

Transport Information

UN Number

3077

Hazard Class

9

Packing Group

III