Trimethylsilyl azide

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

WHMIS 2015 Classification Classified as hazardous under the Hazardous Products Regulations (SOR/2015-17) Flammable liquids Category 2 Acute oral toxicity Category 3 Acute dermal toxicity Category 3 Acute Inhalation Toxicity Category 3

Health hazards

Not Otherwise Classified Category 1 In contact with water, releases gases which are toxic if inhaled

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapor Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled In contact with water, releases gases which are toxic if inhaled

Prevention

Do not allow contact with water Do not breathe dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapours/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Keep container tightly closed Ground/bond container and receiving equipment Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/equipment Use only non-sparking tools Take precautionary measures against static discharges Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection

Response

IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower Rinse mouth Wash contaminated clothing before reuse In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish

Storage

Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed Store in a dry place

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects