Product Name: 1-Phenylpyrrole
Chemical Formula: C11H9N
CAS Number: 1003-68-5
Synonyms: N-Phenylpyrrole, Pyrrole, 1-phenyl-
Intended Use: Chemical intermediate, research applications
Manufacturer: Lab chemicals, general or research suppliers
Contact Details: Manufacturer’s emergency line, local distributor information, CHEMTREC number
Emergency Overview: Flammable solid, harmful if swallowed or inhaled, potential irritant
Classification: Flammable solid, acute toxicity oral category 4, eye and skin irritant
Label Elements: Hazard pictograms: flame, exclamation mark
Signal Word: Warning
Hazards: Irritates skin, eyes and respiratory tract; ingestion or inhalation cause nausea, headache, dizziness; dust may cause coughing, dryness
Pictogram Details: GHS02 (Flame), GHS07 (Exclamation mark)
Precautionary Statements: Avoid inhalation, wash hands after handling, store in a cool place away from ignition sources, wear protective gloves, use adequate ventilation
Potential Health Effects: Short-term exposure brings itching, red or watery eyes, skin rashes; higher exposures risk liver, nervous system effects
Chemical Name: 1-Phenylpyrrole
Concentration: 100% (pure chemical)
Synonyms: N-Phenylpyrrole
CAS #: 1003-68-5
Impurities: Small traces of starting materials from synthesis, less than 0.1% each
Molecular Weight: 155.2 g/mol
Eye Contact: Rinse gently with fresh water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present, keep rinsing eyes well
Skin Contact: Wash skin thoroughly with mild soap and water, remove contaminated clothing, seek medical help for irritation persisting
Inhalation: Move person outdoors to open air right away, keep at rest, provide artificial respiration if breathing stops, medical attention if needed
Ingestion: Do not force vomiting, rinse mouth, seek medical attention for larger amounts or symptoms
Additional Instructions: Show this MSDS to medical staff; symptoms may be delayed
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical dust, CO2, alcohol-resistant foam, water fog
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Do not use direct water jet
Hazardous Combustion Products: Toxic fumes including nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide
Special Hazards: Vapors heavier than air, risk of dust explosion in air, containers may rupture from pressure
Protective Equipment: Full turn-out gear, self-contained breathing apparatus
Precautionary Statements: Stay upwind, cool containers exposed to flames, keep fire area isolated
Personal Precautions: Ventilate spill area well, avoid dust, prevent skin or eye contact, wear gloves and goggles
Environmental Precautions: Prevent chemical entering drains, soil, watercourses
Containment and Clean-Up: Sweep or scoop solid spills, place in suitable labelled waste containers, wipe leftover with damp cloth, use non-sparking tools
Disposal: Dispose according to local, national, environmental laws for organic chemicals
Safe Handling: Handle in fume hood or well-ventilated spot, avoid dust generation, keep away from open flames, avoid eating or drinking around material
Storage Conditions: Keep sealed in original labelled container, store in dry, cool area, away from heat sources, separate from oxidizing agents
Incompatibilities: Strong acids, oxidizers like peroxides
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands thoroughly before eating or leaving work, remove contaminated clothing
Engineering Controls: Work in local exhaust ventilation or approved fume hood, avoid breathing dust
Personal Protective Equipment: Protective lab coat, chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile or similar), safety goggles
Respiratory Protection: Dust mask or half-face respirator for airborne exposure, especially during weighing or transfer
Hand Protection: Use gloves designed for chemical splash
Eye Protection: Tight-seal safety eyewear
Skin Protection: Full-length sleeves, coverage for feet, avoid shorts and sandals
Environmental Controls: Avoid runoff, use spill mats
Appearance: Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Odor: Slight aromatic
pH: Not applicable (solid)
Melting Point: 92–94 °C
Boiling Point: 341–343 °C
Flash Point: >150°C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate: Not available
Lower/Upper Explosion Limits: Not tested, probable dust explosion risk
Vapor Pressure: Low, negligible at room temp
Density: Roughly 1.16 g/cm³
Solubility: Low in water, moderate in ethanol, acetone, organic solvents
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not available
Auto-ignition Temp: Not established
Chemical Stability: Stable at room temperature in tightly closed containers, away from light
Reactivity: Can react with oxidizers, may produce heat and spill
Hazardous Reactions: Contact with acids, peroxides causes violent byproducts
Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, CO2, nitrogen oxides on burning
Polymerization: No known polymerization hazard
Acute Toxicity: LD50 (oral, rat) estimated ~500-2000 mg/kg
Irritation: Skin, eye, respiratory irritant from dust
Symptoms: Eye redness, skin rash, sore throat, headache, nausea
Long-term Exposure: Prolonged or repeated exposure could bring liver or kidney strain, animal studies suggest chronic risk
Carcinogenicity: Not classified as carcinogen by IARC, OSHA, NTP
Sensitization: Not documented
Mutagenicity: Not reported
Reproductive Effects: No specific studies, keep contact low during pregnancy
Aquatic Toxicity: Data limited, expected low toxicity in small spills, but larger releases harm aquatic life
Persistence & Degradability: Moderate environmental persistence, doesn’t degrade quickly
Bioaccumulation: Potential for moderate buildup in fish or soil based on structure
Mobility: Sinks in water due to density, possible water table pollution if released
Other Effects: Avoid release to wild water, soil
Waste Disposal Method: Treat as hazardous chemical waste for incineration, consult with approved waste contractor
Contaminated Packaging: Incinerate or landfill containers through licensed provider, clear hazard labels
Handling Precautions: Do not flush in drain, avoid landfill use except as last resort
Follow Laws: Adhere to local, state, federal waste management codes
UN Number: 3077 (if regulated as environmentally hazardous solid)
Proper Shipping Name: Environmentally hazardous substance, solid, n.o.s. (1-Phenylpyrrole)
Transport Hazard Class: 9
Packing Group: III
DOT (US): Material not regulated in small quantities; label if over threshold
IMDG: Marine pollutant if large volumes
Special Precautions: Protect from sparks, secure containers
TSCA Inventory: Listed
OSHA Regulatory Status: Not specifically regulated, follows standard hazardous chemical protocols
EU EINECS: 213-701-4
SARA 313: Not subject
California Prop 65: Not listed
Other International Listings: Included under various chemical catalogs (REACH, DSL)
Label Elements: Use GHS compliant labeling, safety phrases for lab and container
