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CAPTAFOL

Chemical Identification

CAS # 2425-06-1
Formula

C₁₀H₉Cl₁₄NO₂S

Synonyms

Captofol; Difolatan; N-((1,1,2,2-tetrachloroethyl)thio)-4-cyclohexene-1,2-dicarboximide; Folcid

Physical Properties

Physical description White, crystalline solid with a slight, characteristic pungent odor.
Boiling point decomposes Molecular weight 349.1
Freezing point/melting point 321°F (decomposes) Vapor pressure 0.000008 mmHg
Flash point Vapor density
Specific gravity Ionization potential
Lower explosive limit (LEL) Upper explosive limit (UEL)
NFPA health rating NFPA fire rating
NFPA reactivity rating NFPA special instruction
Vapor hazard ratio (VHR)
Historical exceedance percentage
Target organs

Monitoring Methods Used by OSHA

Analyte code (IMIS no.)
Sampling group
Sampler/Sampling media
Sampling time*
Sampling volume (TWA)*
Sampling flow rate (TWA)*
Sampling volume (STEL/Peak/C)*
Sampling flow rate (STEL/Peak/C)*
Analytical method instruments
Method reference
Notes
Special requirements

* All sampling instructions above are recommended guidelines for OSHA Compliance Safety and Health Officers (CSHOs), please see the corresponding OSHA method reference for complete details.

Bulk/Wipe Method

Wipe Sampler/Sampling media
Bulk Method

On-Site Screening Techniques

Device
Model/Type
Sampling information
(see manufacturer instructions)

Exposure Limits

OSHA PEL
8-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
Peak
NIOSH REL
Up to 10-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
ACGIH TLV©
8-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
CAL/OSHA PEL
8-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
Peak
PEL-TWA REL-TWA TLV-TWA

0.1 mg/m³ (inhalable fraction and vapor) [2016]

PEL-TWA

0.1 mg/m³

PEL-STEL REL-STEL TLV-STEL PEL-STEL
PEL-C REL-C TLV-C PEL-C
Skin notation

NA

Skin notation

Y

Skin notation

Y

Skin notation

Y

Notes:

Not established

Notes:

CARCINOGEN (Ca); See Appendix A

Notes:

dermal sensitization (DSEN), respiratory sensitization (RSEN)

Notes:
Health factors:  See NIH-NLM PubChem. IDLH
Carcinogenic classifications: IARC-2A, NIOSH-Ca, TLV-A4 Notes:

Ca

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Last Updated Date : 12/21/2020

DIGLYCIDYL ETHER (DGE)†

Chemical Identification

CAS # 2238-07-5
Formula

C₆H₁₀O₃

Synonyms

diallyl ether dioxide; DGE; di(2,3-epoxypropyl) ether; 2-epoxypropyl ether; bis(2,3-epoxypropyl) ether

Physical Properties

Physical description Colorless liquid with a strong, irritating odor.
Boiling point 500°F Molecular weight 130.2
Freezing point/melting point Vapor pressure 0.09 mmHg at 77°F
Flash point 147°F Vapor density 3.78
Specific gravity 1.12 Ionization potential
Lower explosive limit (LEL) Upper explosive limit (UEL)
NFPA health rating NFPA fire rating
NFPA reactivity rating NFPA special instruction
Vapor hazard ratio (VHR)
Historical exceedance percentage
Target organs

Monitoring Methods Used by OSHA

Analyte code (IMIS no.)
Sampling group
Sampler/Sampling media
Sampling time*
Sampling volume (TWA)*
Sampling flow rate (TWA)*
Sampling volume (STEL/Peak/C)*
Sampling flow rate (STEL/Peak/C)*
Analytical method instruments
Method reference
Notes

Industrial hygienists have been concerned about the presence of diglycidyl ether during the manufacture of the epoxy resin called diglycidyl ether of Bisphenol A. Diglycidyl ether is not present in this process. The starting compounds are epichlorohydrin and bisphenol A.

Special requirements

* All sampling instructions above are recommended guidelines for OSHA Compliance Safety and Health Officers (CSHOs), please see the corresponding OSHA method reference for complete details.

Bulk/Wipe Method

Wipe Sampler/Sampling media
Bulk Method

On-Site Screening Techniques

Device
Model/Type
Sampling information
(see manufacturer instructions)

Exposure Limits

OSHA PEL
8-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
Peak
NIOSH REL
Up to 10-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
ACGIH TLV©
8-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
CAL/OSHA PEL
8-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
Peak
PEL-TWA REL-TWA

0.1 ppm (0.5 mg/m³)

TLV-TWA

0.01 ppm [2006]

PEL-TWA

0.1 ppm (0.5 mg/m³)

PEL-STEL REL-STEL TLV-STEL PEL-STEL
PEL-C

0.5 ppm (2.8 mg/m³)

REL-C TLV-C PEL-C
Skin notation

N

Skin notation

N

Skin notation

N

Skin notation

N

Notes:

See 29 CFR 1910.1000 Table Z-1.

Notes:

CARCINOGEN (Ca): See Appendix A

Notes: Notes:
Health factors:  See NIH-NLM PubChem. IDLH

10 ppm

Carcinogenic classifications: NIOSH-Ca, TLV-A4 Notes:

Ca

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Last Updated Date : 12/28/2020

FENAMIPHOS

Chemical Identification

CAS # 22224-92-6
Formula
 

C₁₃H₂₂NO₃PS

Synonyms
 

ethyl 3-methyl-4-(methylthio)phenyl-(1-methylethyl)phosphoramidate; Nemacur; phenamiphos

Physical Properties

Physical description Off-white to tan, waxy solid.
Boiling point decomposes Molecular weight 303.39
Freezing point/melting point 121°F Vapor pressure 0.00005 mmHg
Flash point Vapor density
Specific gravity 1.14 at 39-120°F Ionization potential
Lower explosive limit (LEL) Upper explosive limit (UEL)
NFPA health rating NFPA fire rating
NFPA reactivity rating NFPA special instruction
Vapor hazard ratio (VHR)
Historical exceedance percentage
Target organs

Monitoring Methods Used by OSHA

Analyte code (IMIS no.)
Sampling group
Sampler/Sampling media
Sampling time*
Sampling volume (TWA)*
Sampling flow rate (TWA)*
Sampling volume (STEL/Peak/C)*
Sampling flow rate (STEL/Peak/C)*
Analytical method instruments
Method reference
Notes
Special requirements

* All sampling instructions above are recommended guidelines for OSHA Compliance Safety and Health Officers (CSHOs), please see the corresponding OSHA method reference for complete details.

Bulk/Wipe Method

Wipe Sampler/Sampling media
Bulk Method

On-Site Screening Techniques

Device
Model/Type
Sampling information
(see manufacturer instructions)

Exposure Limits

OSHA PEL
8-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
Peak
NIOSH REL
Up to 10-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
ACGIH TLV©
8-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
CAL/OSHA PEL
8-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
Peak
PEL-TWA REL-TWA

0.1 mg/m³

TLV-TWA

0.05 mg/m³ (inhalable fraction and vapor) [2005]

PEL-TWA

0.1 mg/m³

PEL-STEL REL-STEL TLV-STEL PEL-STEL
PEL-C REL-C TLV-C PEL-C
Skin notation

NA

Skin notation

Y

Skin notation

Y

Skin notation

Y

Notes:

Not established

Notes: Notes:

BEI®

Notes:
Health factors:  See NIH-NLM PubChem. IDLH
Carcinogenic classifications: TLV-A4 Notes:
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Last Updated Date : 12/29/2020

CHRYSENE†

Chemical Identification

CAS # 218-01-9
Formula

C₁₈H₁₂

Synonyms

1,2-benzophenanthrene, benzo(a)phenanthrene, 1,2,5,6-dibenzonaphthalene, 1,2-benzphenanthrene, benz(a)phenanthrene

Physical Properties

Physical description Crystalline solid.
Boiling point 838°F Molecular weight 228.29
Freezing point/melting point 489°F Vapor pressure
Flash point Vapor density
Specific gravity 1.274 Ionization potential
Lower explosive limit (LEL) Upper explosive limit (UEL)
NFPA health rating NFPA fire rating
NFPA reactivity rating NFPA special instruction
Vapor hazard ratio (VHR)
Historical exceedance percentage
Target organs

Monitoring Methods Used by OSHA

Analyte code (IMIS no.) 0692
Sampling group
Sampler/Sampling media Coal Tar Pitch Volatiles (CTPV) Sampling Filters and Cassette [SLTC109]
Sampling time*

480 min

Sampling volume (TWA)*

960 L

Sampling flow rate (TWA)*

2 L/min

Sampling volume (STEL/Peak/C)*
Sampling flow rate (STEL/Peak/C)*
Analytical method instruments HPLC
Method reference OSHA 58 (fully validated)
Notes

OSHA 58 is validated in conjunction with Coal Tar Pitch Volatiles and Coke Oven Emissions.

These media are prepared by SLTC as needed and are not available for immediate shipment. Please allow time for SLTC to prepare these media prior to sampling.

Special requirements

After sampling, filter must be transferred to a vial with a Teflon-lined cap. Sample must be protected from direct sunlight.

* All sampling instructions above are recommended guidelines for OSHA Compliance Safety and Health Officers (CSHOs), please see the corresponding OSHA method reference for complete details.

Bulk/Wipe Method

Wipe Sampler/Sampling media
Bulk Method

On-Site Screening Techniques

Device
Model/Type
Sampling information
(see manufacturer instructions)

Exposure Limits

OSHA PEL
8-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
Peak
NIOSH REL
Up to 10-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
ACGIH TLV©
8-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
CAL/OSHA PEL
8-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
Peak
PEL-TWA

0.2 mg/m³

REL-TWA

0.1 mg/m³ (as coal tar pitch volatiles [cyclohexane-extractable fraction])

TLV-TWA

Exposure by all routes should be carefully controlled to levels as low as possible. [1990]

PEL-TWA

0.2 mg/m³ (as coal tar pitch volatiles)

PEL-STEL REL-STEL TLV-STEL PEL-STEL
PEL-C REL-C TLV-C PEL-C
Skin notation

N

Skin notation

N

Skin notation

N

Skin notation

N

Notes:

Chrysene is a polynuclear aromatic hydrocarbon that OSHA has identified as one of a number of typical components of the benzene-soluble fraction of coal tar pitch volatiles. Other components include anthracene, benzo[a]pyrene, phenanthrene, acridine, and pyrene. Chrysene is characteristic of coal tar pitch volatiles (PEL is 0.2 mg/m³) and/or coke oven emissions (PEL is 0.15 mg/m³). See 29 CFR 1910.1000 Table Z-1, 29 CFR 1910.1029 - Coke oven emissions, and 1910.1002 - Coal tar pitch volatiles; interpretation of term.

Notes:

CARCINOGEN (Ca). See Appendix A, NIOSH Potential Occupational Carcinogens and Appendix C, Supplementary Exposure Limits.

Notes:

BEI®

Notes:
Health factors:  See NIH-NLM PubChem. IDLH

80 mg/m³ (coal tar pitch volatiles)

Carcinogenic classifications: EPA-B2, IARC-2B, NIOSH-Ca, TLV-A3 Notes:

Ca

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Last Updated Date : 12/21/2020

ALLYL PROPYL DISULFIDE†

Chemical Identification

CAS # 2179-59-1
Formula

C₆H₁₂S₂

Synonyms

4,5-dithia-1-octene; onion oil; 2-propenyl propyl disulfide; propyl allyl disulfide

Physical Properties

Physical description Pale-yellow liquid with a strong & irritating onion-like odor.
Boiling point Molecular weight 148.3
Freezing point/melting point 5°F Vapor pressure
Flash point 133.3°F Vapor density
Specific gravity 0.93 Ionization potential
Lower explosive limit (LEL) Upper explosive limit (UEL)
NFPA health rating NFPA fire rating
NFPA reactivity rating NFPA special instruction
Vapor hazard ratio (VHR)
Historical exceedance percentage
Target organs

Monitoring Methods Used by OSHA

Analyte code (IMIS no.) 0150
Sampling group
Sampler/Sampling media Chromosorb® 106 (100/50 mg) [SKC 226-110]
Sampling time*

50 min

Sampling volume (TWA)*

10 L

Sampling flow rate (TWA)*

0.2 L/min

Sampling volume (STEL/Peak/C)*
Sampling flow rate (STEL/Peak/C)*
Analytical method instruments GC-FPD
Method reference OSHA PV2086 (partially validated)
Notes
Special requirements

* All sampling instructions above are recommended guidelines for OSHA Compliance Safety and Health Officers (CSHOs), please see the corresponding OSHA method reference for complete details.

Bulk/Wipe Method

Wipe Sampler/Sampling media
Bulk Method

On-Site Screening Techniques

Device
Model/Type
Sampling information
(see manufacturer instructions)

Exposure Limits

OSHA PEL
8-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
Peak
NIOSH REL
Up to 10-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
ACGIH TLV©
8-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
CAL/OSHA PEL
8-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
Peak
PEL-TWA

2 ppm (12 mg/m³)

REL-TWA

2 ppm (12 mg/m³)

TLV-TWA PEL-TWA

2 ppm (12 mg/m³)

PEL-STEL REL-STEL

3 ppm (18 mg/m³)

TLV-STEL PEL-STEL

3 ppm (18 mg/m³)

PEL-C REL-C TLV-C PEL-C
Skin notation

N

Skin notation

N

Skin notation

N

Skin notation

N

Notes:

See 29 CFR 1910.1000 Table Z-1.

Notes: Notes:

Visit the ACGIH TLV site for specific data
dermal sensitization (DSEN)

Notes:
Health factors:  See NIH-NLM PubChem. IDLH
Carcinogenic classifications: Notes:
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Last Updated Date : 03/27/2024

DIALLYL DISULFIDE

Chemical Identification

CAS # 2179-57-9
Formula

C₆H₁₀S₂

Synonyms

allyl disulfide; diallyldisulfide; disulfide, di-2-propenyl

Physical Properties

Physical description Garlic odor.
Boiling point 174.2°F at 16 mmHg Molecular weight 146.27
Freezing point/melting point Vapor pressure
Flash point Vapor density 1.010@59°F
Specific gravity Ionization potential
Lower explosive limit (LEL) Upper explosive limit (UEL)
NFPA health rating NFPA fire rating
NFPA reactivity rating NFPA special instruction
Vapor hazard ratio (VHR)
Historical exceedance percentage
Target organs

Monitoring Methods Used by OSHA

Analyte code (IMIS no.) D736
Sampling group
Sampler/Sampling media Chromosorb® 106 (100/50 mg) [SKC 226-110]
Sampling time*

50 min

Sampling volume (TWA)*

10 L

Sampling flow rate (TWA)*

0.2 L/min

Sampling volume (STEL/Peak/C)*
Sampling flow rate (STEL/Peak/C)*
Analytical method instruments GC-FPD
Method reference OSHA PV2086 (partially validated)
Notes
Special requirements

* All sampling instructions above are recommended guidelines for OSHA Compliance Safety and Health Officers (CSHOs), please see the corresponding OSHA method reference for complete details.

Bulk/Wipe Method

Wipe Sampler/Sampling media
Bulk Method

On-Site Screening Techniques

Device
Model/Type
Sampling information
(see manufacturer instructions)

Exposure Limits

OSHA PEL
8-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
Peak
NIOSH REL
Up to 10-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
ACGIH TLV©
8-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
CAL/OSHA PEL
8-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
Peak
PEL-TWA REL-TWA TLV-TWA PEL-TWA
PEL-STEL REL-STEL TLV-STEL PEL-STEL
PEL-C REL-C TLV-C PEL-C
Skin notation

NA

Skin notation

NA

Skin notation

NA

Skin notation

NA

Notes:

Not established

Notes:

Not established

Notes:

Not established

Notes:

Not established

Health factors:  See NIH-NLM PubChem. IDLH
Carcinogenic classifications: Notes:
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Last Updated Date : 12/22/2020

CESIUM HYDROXIDE

Chemical Identification

CAS # 21351-79-1
Formula

CsHO

Synonyms

cesium hydrate; cesium hydroxide dimer

Physical Properties

Physical description Colorless or yellowish, crystalline solid.
Boiling point Molecular weight 149.9
Freezing point/melting point 522°F Vapor pressure 0 mmHg (approx)
Flash point Vapor density
Specific gravity 3.68 Ionization potential
Lower explosive limit (LEL) Upper explosive limit (UEL)
NFPA health rating NFPA fire rating
NFPA reactivity rating NFPA special instruction
Vapor hazard ratio (VHR)
Historical exceedance percentage
Target organs

Monitoring Methods Used by OSHA

Analyte code (IMIS no.)
Sampling group
Sampler/Sampling media
Sampling time*
Sampling volume (TWA)*
Sampling flow rate (TWA)*
Sampling volume (STEL/Peak/C)*
Sampling flow rate (STEL/Peak/C)*
Analytical method instruments
Method reference
Notes
Special requirements

* All sampling instructions above are recommended guidelines for OSHA Compliance Safety and Health Officers (CSHOs), please see the corresponding OSHA method reference for complete details.

Bulk/Wipe Method

Wipe Sampler/Sampling media
Bulk Method

On-Site Screening Techniques

Device
Model/Type
Sampling information
(see manufacturer instructions)

Exposure Limits

OSHA PEL
8-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
Peak
NIOSH REL
Up to 10-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
ACGIH TLV©
8-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
CAL/OSHA PEL
8-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
Peak
PEL-TWA REL-TWA

2 mg/m³

TLV-TWA

2 mg/m³ [1990]

PEL-TWA

2 mg/m³

PEL-STEL REL-STEL TLV-STEL PEL-STEL
PEL-C REL-C TLV-C PEL-C
Skin notation

NA

Skin notation

N

Skin notation

N

Skin notation

N

Notes:

Not established

Notes: Notes: Notes:
Health factors:  See NIH-NLM PubChem. IDLH
Carcinogenic classifications: Not listed Notes:
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Last Updated Date : 12/21/2020

METRIBUZIN

Chemical Identification

CAS # 21087-64-9
Formula
 

C₈H₁₄N₄OS

Synonyms
 

4-amino-6-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-3-(methylthio)-1,2,4-triazin-5(4H)-one

Physical Properties

Physical description Colorless, crystalline solid.
Boiling point Molecular weight 214.3
Freezing point/melting point 257°F Vapor pressure 0.0000004 mmHg
Flash point Vapor density
Specific gravity 1.31 Ionization potential
Lower explosive limit (LEL) Upper explosive limit (UEL)
NFPA health rating NFPA fire rating
NFPA reactivity rating NFPA special instruction
Vapor hazard ratio (VHR)
Historical exceedance percentage
Target organs

Monitoring Methods Used by OSHA

Analyte code (IMIS no.) A175
Sampling group
Sampler/Sampling media OSHA versatile sampler (OVS-2) - 13 mm XAD-2 tube (270/140 mg) with GFF enclosed [SKC 226-30-16]
Sampling time*
Sampling volume (TWA)*

240 L

Sampling flow rate (TWA)*

1 L/min

Sampling volume (STEL/Peak/C)*
Sampling flow rate (STEL/Peak/C)*
Analytical method instruments GC-FPD
Method reference OSHA PV2044 (partially validated)
Notes
 

 

Special requirements
 

 

* All sampling instructions above are recommended guidelines for OSHA Compliance Safety and Health Officers (CSHOs), please see the corresponding OSHA method reference for complete details.

Bulk/Wipe Method

Wipe Sampler/Sampling media
 

 

Bulk Method
 

 

On-Site Screening Techniques

Device
Model/Type
Sampling information
(see manufacturer instructions)

Exposure Limits

OSHA PEL
8-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
Peak
NIOSH REL
Up to 10-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
ACGIH TLV©
8-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
CAL/OSHA PEL
8-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
Peak
PEL-TWA
 

 

REL-TWA
 

5 mg/m³

TLV-TWA
 

5 mg/m³ [1981]

PEL-TWA
 
 

5 mg/m³

PEL-STEL
 

 

REL-STEL
 

 

TLV-STEL
 

 

PEL-STEL
 
 

 

PEL-C
 

 

REL-C
 

 

TLV-C
 

 

PEL-C
 
 

 

Skin notation
 

N

Skin notation
 

N

Skin notation
 

N

Skin notation
 
 

N

Notes:
 

Not established

Notes:
 

 

Notes:
 

 

Notes:
 
 

 

Health factors:  See NIH-NLM PubChem. IDLH
Carcinogenic classifications: TLV-A4, EPA-D Notes:
 
 

 

AIHA emergency response planning guidelines - ERPG-1/ERPG-2/ERPG-3:
 
 

 

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Last Updated Date : 01/05/2021

EPN†

Chemical Identification

CAS # 2104-64-5
Formula
 

C₁₄H₁₄NO₄PS

Synonyms
 

ethyl p-nitrophenyl benzenethionophosphonate; o-ethyl o-(4-nitrophenyl) phenylphosphonothioate

Physical Properties

Physical description Yellow solid with an aromatic odor.
Boiling point Molecular weight 323.3
Freezing point/melting point 97°F Vapor pressure 0.0003 mmHg
Flash point Vapor density
Specific gravity 1.27 Ionization potential
Lower explosive limit (LEL) Upper explosive limit (UEL)
NFPA health rating NFPA fire rating
NFPA reactivity rating NFPA special instruction
Vapor hazard ratio (VHR)
Historical exceedance percentage
Target organs

Monitoring Methods Used by OSHA

Analyte code (IMIS no.)
Sampling group
Sampler/Sampling media
Sampling time*
Sampling volume (TWA)*
Sampling flow rate (TWA)*
Sampling volume (STEL/Peak/C)*
Sampling flow rate (STEL/Peak/C)*
Analytical method instruments
Method reference
Notes
Special requirements

* All sampling instructions above are recommended guidelines for OSHA Compliance Safety and Health Officers (CSHOs), please see the corresponding OSHA method reference for complete details.

Bulk/Wipe Method

Wipe Sampler/Sampling media
 

 

Bulk Method
 

 

On-Site Screening Techniques

Device
Model/Type
Sampling information
(see manufacturer instructions)

Exposure Limits

OSHA PEL
8-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
Peak
NIOSH REL
Up to 10-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
ACGIH TLV©
8-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
CAL/OSHA PEL
8-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
Peak
PEL-TWA
 

0.5 mg/m³

REL-TWA
 

0.5 mg/m³

TLV-TWA
 

0.1 mg/m³ (inhalable fraction and vapor) [2000]

PEL-TWA
 

0.1 mg/m³

PEL-STEL
 

 

REL-STEL
 

 

TLV-STEL
 

 

PEL-STEL
 

 

PEL-C
 

 

REL-C
 

 

TLV-C
 

 

PEL-C
 

 

Skin notation
 

Y

Skin notation
 

Y

Skin notation
 

Y

Skin notation
 

Y

Notes:
 

See 29 CFR 1910.1000 Table Z-1.

Notes:
 

 

Notes:
 

BEI®

Notes:
 

 

Health factors:  See NIH-NLM PubChem. IDLH
 

5 mg/m³

Carcinogenic classifications: TLV-A4 Notes:
 

 

AIHA emergency response planning guidelines - ERPG-1/ERPG-2/ERPG-3:
 

 

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Last Updated Date : 12/28/2020

OSMIUM TETROXIDE†

Chemical Identification

CAS # 20816-12-0
Formula

O₄Os

Synonyms

osmic acid anhydride; osmium oxide

Physical Properties

Physical description Colorless, crystalline solid or pale-yellow mass with an unpleasant, acrid, chlorine-like odor.
Boiling point 266°F Molecular weight 254.2
Freezing point/melting point 105°F Vapor pressure 7 mmHg
Flash point Vapor density
Specific gravity 5.1 Ionization potential 12.60 eV
Lower explosive limit (LEL) Upper explosive limit (UEL)
NFPA health rating NFPA fire rating
NFPA reactivity rating NFPA special instruction
Vapor hazard ratio (VHR)
Historical exceedance percentage
Target organs

Monitoring Methods Used by OSHA

Analyte code (IMIS no.)
Sampling group
Sampler/Sampling media
Sampling time*
Sampling volume (TWA)*
Sampling flow rate (TWA)*
Sampling volume (STEL/Peak/C)*
Sampling flow rate (STEL/Peak/C)*
Analytical method instruments
Method reference
Notes
Special requirements

* All sampling instructions above are recommended guidelines for OSHA Compliance Safety and Health Officers (CSHOs), please see the corresponding OSHA method reference for complete details.

Bulk/Wipe Method

Wipe Sampler/Sampling media
Bulk Method

On-Site Screening Techniques

Device
Model/Type
Sampling information
(see manufacturer instructions)

Exposure Limits

OSHA PEL
8-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
Peak
NIOSH REL
Up to 10-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
ACGIH TLV©
8-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
CAL/OSHA PEL
8-hour TWA
(ST) STEL
(C) Ceiling
Peak
PEL-TWA

0.002 mg/m³

REL-TWA

0.0002 ppm (0.002 mg/m³)

TLV-TWA

0.0002 ppm [1979]

PEL-TWA

0.0002 ppm (0.002 mg/m³)

PEL-STEL REL-STEL

0.0006 ppm (0.006 mg/m³)

TLV-STEL

0.0006 ppm [1979]

PEL-STEL

0.0006 ppm (0.006 mg/m³)

PEL-C REL-C TLV-C PEL-C
Skin notation

N

Skin notation

N

Skin notation

N

Skin notation

N

Notes:

See 29 CFR 1910.1000 Table Z-1.

Notes: Notes: Notes:
Health factors:  See NIH-NLM PubChem. IDLH

1 mg/m³

Carcinogenic classifications: Not listed Notes:
AIHA emergency response planning guidelines - ERPG-1/ERPG-2/ERPG-3:

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Last Updated Date : 01/31/2018