General Information
Version
5
Revision date
2025-12-23
Product name
Ferrocene
Product Synonyms
Dicyclopentadienyliron
CAS No.
102-54-5
Emergency telephone
001-800-227-6701, +32 14 57 52 11, 001-201-796-7100, +32 14 57 52 99, 001-800-424-9300, 001-703-527-3887
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Company Information
company name
Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
(29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification
Signal word
Danger Hazard Statements Flammable solid May damage fertility or the unborn child May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Ground and bond container and receiving equipment Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment
Response
IF exposed or concerned: Get medical attention/advice Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Ingestion IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Rinse mouth Fire In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam to extinguish
Storage
Store locked up
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
Toxic to aquatic life Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
This chemical is considered hazardous according to [US] OSHA (29 CFR 1910.1200, 2024) Flammable solids Category 1 Acute oral toxicity Category 4 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Dusts and Mists Category 4 Reproductive Toxicity Category 1B Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure)