Product Identification

Product Name

Cupric 8-hydroxyquinolate

Synonyms

8-Quinolinol, copper(II) chelate
Copper 8-hydroxyquinoline
Copper quinolin-8-olate
Cunilate
Cuproquin
Oxine-copper

CAS

10380-28-6

Formula

C18H12CuN2O2

Molecular Weight

351.86

EINECS

233-841-9

RTECS

VC5250000

RTECS Class

Agricultural Chemical and Pesticide; Tumorigen; Mutagen

Beilstein/Gmelin

NA

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Yellow to green crystalline solid.

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Density

1.63 g/cm3 (20 C)

Usage

Fungicide. In wood preservatives.

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Seek medical attention. If individual is drowsy or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth; place individual on the left side with the head down. Contact a physician, medical facility, or poison control center for advice about whether to induce vomiting. If possible, do not leave individual unattended.

Inhalation

If symptoms develop, move individual away from exposure and into fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. Keep person warm and quiet; seek immediate medical attention.

Skin

Remove contaminated clothing. Wash exposed area with soap and water. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention. Launder clothing before reuse.

Eyes

If symptoms develop, immediately move individual away from exposure and into fresh air. Flush eyes gently with water for at least 15 minutes while holding eyelids apart; seek immediate medical attention.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Keep in a cool, dry, dark location in a tightly sealed container or cylinder. Keep away from incompatible materials, ignition sources and untrained individuals. Secure and label area. Protect containers/cylinders from physical damage.

Handling

All chemicals should be considered hazardous. Avoid direct physical contact. Use appropriate, approved safety equipment. Untrained individuals should not handle this chemical or its container. Handling should occur in a chemical fume hood.

Hazards Identification

Inhalation

Abdominal pain, diarrhea, labored breathing vomiting. May cause asthmatic reactions.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Protective gloves. Safety goggles.

Respirators

Use NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator appropriate for exposure of concern.

Exposure Effects

The toxological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.

Exposure limit(s)

NIOSH REL*: TWA 1 mg/m3 OSHA PEL*: TWA 1 mg/m3 [*Note: REL and PEL also apply to other copper compounds (as Cu) except copper fume.] IDLH 100 mg/m3 (as Cu)

Poison Class

5

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Evacuate area and ventilate. Wear protective equipment. If required, use an inert absrobent. Sweep up and place in an appropriate container for disposal. Wash contaminated surfaces.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability

No data.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents.