Material Safety Data Sheet 
Ferrocenecarboxylic acid  二茂铁甲酸
Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification 
MSDS Name: Ferrocenecarboxylic acid 
Catalog Numbers: 34823-0000, 34823-0010, 34823-0100 
Synonyms: Carboxyferrocene 
Company Identification:  Acros Organics BVBA
Janssen Pharmaceuticalaan 3a
2440 Geel, Belgium 
Company Identification: (USA) Acros Organics
One Reagent Lane
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410 
For information in the US, call:  800-ACROS-01
For information in Europe, call: +32 14 57 52 11
Emergency Number, Europe: +32 14 57 52 99
Emergency Number US: 201-796-7100
CHEMTREC Phone Number, US:  800-424-9300
CHEMTREC Phone Number, Europe:  703-527-3887 
Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients 
CAS# Chemical Name: % EINECS#
1271-42-7 Ferrocenecarboxylic acid 97% 215-040-6
Hazard Symbols: XN 
   
Risk Phrases: 22 36/37/38 
Section 3 - Hazards Identification 
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW 
Harmful if swallowed. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. 
Potential Health Effects
Eye: Causes eye irritation. 
Skin: Causes skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin. 
Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation of the digestive tract. 
Inhalation: Causes respiratory tract irritation. May be harmful if inhaled. 
Chronic: 
Section 4 - First Aid Measures 
Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid. 
Skin: Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. 
Ingestion: Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water. 
Inhalation: Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. 
Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically and supportively. 
Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures 
General Information: As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. 
Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam. 
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures 
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8. 
Spills/Leaks: Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Do not let this chemical enter the environment. 
Section 7 - Handling and Storage 
Handling: Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. 
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. 
Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection 
Engineering Controls: 
 Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low. 
Exposure Limits
 CAS# 1271-42-7:
 
Personal Protective Equipment 
Eyes: Wear chemical splash ggles. 
Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. 
Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure. 
Respirators: Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
 
Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties 
 
Physical State: Powder
Color: yellow to orange - brown 
Odor: Not available 
pH: Not available 
Vapor Pressure: Not available 
Viscosity: Not available 
Boiling Point: Not available 
Freezing/Melting Point: 210 deg C(decom) 
Autoignition Temperature: Not available 
Flash Point: Not available 
Explosion Limits: Lower: Not available
Explosion Limits: Upper: Not available
Decomposition Temperature: Not available
Solubility in water: Not available
Specific Gravity/Density: 
Molecular Formula: C11H10FeO2 
Molecular Weight: 229.91 
Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity 
Chemical Stability: Stable. 
Conditions to Avoid: Incompatible materials, dust generation. 
Incompatibilities with Other Materials Strong oxidizing agents. 
Hazardous Decomposition Products Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, oxides of iron. 
Hazardous Polymerization Will not occur. 
Section 11 - Toxicological Information 
RTECS#: CAS# 1271-42-7: None listed
 
LD50/LC50: RTECS: Not available. 
Carcinogenicity: Ferrocenecarboxylic acid - Not listed as a carcinogen by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
 
Other: The toxicological properties have not been fully investigated. 
Section 12 - Ecological Information 
Other: Do not empty into drains.
 
Section 13 - Disposal Considerations 
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations. 
Section 14 - Transport Information 

 IATA  IMO  RID/ADR 
Shipping Name:  Not regulated.  Not regulated.  Not regulated. 
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Section 15 - Regulatory Information 
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: XN 
Risk Phrases:
R 22 Harmful if swallowed. 
R 36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. 
 
Safety Phrases:
S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. 
S 37/39 Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection.  
 
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 1271-42-7: Not available

TSCA
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