Product Identification

Product Name

Ferron

Synonyms

5-Sulfo-7-iodo-8-hydroxyquinoline
7-Iodo-8-hydroxyquinoline-5-sulfonic acid
8-Hydroxy-7-iodo-5-quinolinesulfonic acid
Iodoxyquinolinesulfonic acid
Loretin

CAS

547-91-1

Formula

C9H6INO4S

Molecular Weight

351.12

EINECS

208-938-4

RTECS

VC2800000

RTECS Class

Drug

Merck

12,4872

Beilstein/Gmelin

223832

Beilstein Reference

5-22-07-00582

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

yellow powder

Solubility in water

Soluble

Melting Point

270 - 272

pKa/pKb

6.75 (pKb)

Partition Coefficient

2.24

Usage

Used as a colorimetric reagent for ferric ion.

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Call a physician immediately. Do not induce vomiting.

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

Inhalation

Material is extremely destructive to the tissue of

Skin

Causes burns. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.

Eyes

Causes burns.

Ingestion

May be harmful if swallowed.

Hazards

Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.

EC Risk Phrase

34

EC Safety Phrase

26 36/37/39 45

UN (DOT)

2585

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Compatible chemical-resistant gloves. Chemical safety goggles.

Respirators

Government approved respirator.

Exposure Effects

Corrosive. Causes burns.

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting

Small Fires: Dry chemical, CO2 or water spray. Large Fires: Dry chemical, CO2, alcohol-resistant foam or water spray.

Fire Potential

Combustible material: may burn but does not ignite readily.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

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

Stability and Reactivity

Stability

Stable at normal temperatures and pressures.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide, Nitrogen oxides, Sulfur oxides, Hydrogen iodide.

Combustion Products

Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.

Transport Information

UN Number

2585

Hazard Class

8

Packing Group

III