MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET



EM SCIENCE



1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION



Manufacturer.............: Preparation Date.: 3/1/91
EM SCIENCE
A Division of EM Industries Information Phone Number.: 856??423??6300
P.O. Box 70 Hours: Mon. to Fri. 8:30??5
480 Democrat Road Chemtrec Emergency Number: 800??424??9300
Gibbstown, N.J. 08027 Hours: 24 hrs a day



Catalog Number(s):

KX0036




Product Name:
Kryptofix (R) 5
Synonyms:
1,13?Bis(8?quinolyl)??1,4,7,10,13?pentaoxatridecane
Chemical Family:
Polyoxadiazamacrobicycle
Formula:
C26H28N2O5
Molecular Weight.:
448.52

2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS



Component CAS # Appr %
____________________________________________________________
Kryptofix 5
57310??75??5 100%




3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION


EMERGENCY OVERVIEW

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Handling care generally in keeping with safe laboratory practices is
recommended.

Appearance:
Light yellow powder

POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS (ACUTE AND CHRONIC)

Symptoms of Exposure:
No harmful effects indicated from available information. Handling care generally in keeping with safe
laboratory practices is recommended.

Medical Cond. Aggravated by Exposure:
Data not available.

Routes of Entry:
Inhalation, ingestion


Carcinogenicity:
The material is not listed (IARC, NTP, OSHA) as cancer causing
agent.

4. FIRST AID MEASURES


Emergency First Aid:
GET MEDICAL ASSISTANCE FOR ALL CASES OF OVEREXPOSURE.
Skin: Wash thoroughly with soap and water.
Eyes: Immediately flush thoroughly with water for at least 15
minutes.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air; give artificial respiration if
breathing has stopped.
Ingestion: Get immediate medical attention.

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES


Flash Point (F): Unavailable
Flammable Limits LEL (%): N/A
Flammable Limits UEL (%): N/A
Extinguishing Media:
CO2, Dry chemical

Fire Fighting Procedures:
Wear self?contained breathing apparatus.

Fire &Explosion Hazards:
Thermal decomposition produces toxic fumes.



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6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES


Spill Response:
Evacuate the area of all unnecessary personnel. Wear suitable protective equipment listed under Exposure /
Personal Protection. Eliminate any ignition sources until the area is determined to be free from explosion or
fire hazards. Contain the release and eliminate its source, if this can be done without risk. Take up and
containerize for proper disposal as described under Disposal. Comply with Federal, State, and local
regulations on reporting releases. Refer to Regulatory Information for reportable quantity and other regulatory
data.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE


Handling &Storage:
Keep container tightly closed. Store in a cool area. Do not breathe dust or vapor. Do not get in eyes, on skin or
on clothing.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION


ENGINEERING CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
Ventilation, Respiratory Protection, Protective Clothing, Eye Protection:
Material should be handled or transferred in an approved fume hood or with adequate ventilation. Protective
gloves (Polyethylene, Butyl Rubber, or equivalent) should be worn to prevent skin contact. Safety glasses
with side shields should be worn at all times.

Work/Hygenic Practices:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not take internally. Eye wash and safety equipment should be readily
available.

EXPOSURE GUIDELINES

OSHA ?? PEL:

TWA STEL CL
Component PPM MG/M3 PPM MG/M3 PPM MG/M3 Skin
____________________________________________________________
Kryptofix 5




ACGIH ?? TLV:

TWA STEL CL
Component PPM MG/M3 PPM MG/M3 PPM MG/M3 Skin
____________________________________________________________
Kryptofix 5




If there are no exposure limit numbers listed in the Exposure Guidelines chart, this indicates that no OSHA or

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ACGIH exposure limts have been established.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMCIAL PROPERTIES


Boiling Point (C 760 mmHg) : N/A
Melting Point (C) : 72C
Specific Gravity (H20 = 1) : N/A
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg) : N/A
Percent Volatile by vol (%): N/A
Vapor Density (Air = 1) : N/A
Evaporation Rate (BuAc = 1): N/A
Solubility in Water (%) : Insoluble
Appearance :
Light yellow powder

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY


Stability: Yes

Hazardous Polymerization:
Does not occur

Hazardous Decomposition:
COx, NOx

Conditions to Avoid:
Heat; contact with ignition sources.

Materials To Avoid:

() Water
() Acids
() Bases
() Corrosives
(X) Oxidizers
() Other:



11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION


Toxicity Data

None Established




Toxicological Findings:
None
Cited in Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances (RTECS)

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12. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS



EPA Waste Numbers:



Treatment:
Material does not have an EPA Waste number and is not a listed waste, however consultation with a permitted
waste disposal site (TSD) should be accomplished.
ALWAYS CONTACT A PERMITTED WASTE DISPOSER (TSD) TO ASSURE COMPLIANCE WITH
ALL CURRENT LOCAL, STATE AND FEDERAL REGULATIONS.

13. TRANSPORT INFORMATION


DOT Proper Shipping Name:
non?regulated

DOT ID Number :
none

14. REGULATORY INFORMATION


TSCA Statement:
The CAS number of this product is NOT listed on the TSCA
Inventory.
For Research and Development Use Only; Not for Manufacturing or
Commercial Purposes.


SARA SARA CERCLA
Component EHS EHS TPQ RQ
(302) (lbs) (lbs)
____________________________________________________________
Kryptofix 5




OSHA SARA
DeMinimis
Component Floor List 313
for SARA 313
(%)
____________________________________________________________
Kryptofix 5




If there is no information listed on the regulatory information chart, this indicates that the chemical is not
covered by the specific regulation listed.


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15. OTHER INFORMATION


Comments:


NFPA Hazard Ratings:

Health :1
Flammability :0
Reactivity :0
Special Hazards :




Revision History: 3/14/86 10/27/87 7/18/89 5/15/90




| = Revised Section

N/A = Not Available

N/E = None Established



The statements contained herein are offered for informational purposes only and are based upon technical data
that EM Science believes to be accurate. It is intended for use only by persons having the necessary technical
skill and at their own discretion and risk. Since conditions and manner of use are outside our control, we make
NO WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, OR MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS OR OTHERWISE.




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