Dicyclopentadienyl iron
Synonyms & Trade Names
bis(Cyclopentadienyl)iron, Ferrocene, Iron dicyclopentadienylExposure Limits
NIOSH REL
TWA 10 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp)OSHA PEL
TWA 15 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp) See Appendix GPhysical Description
Orange, crystalline solid with a camphor-like odor.Molecular Weight
186.1Boiling Point
480°FMelting Point
343°FSolubility
InsolubleVapor Pressure
?Ionization Potential
6.88 eVSpecific Gravity
?Flash Point
?Upper Exposive Limit
?Lower Explosive Limit
?
Combustible Solid
Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Ammonium perchlorate, tetranitromethane, mercury(II) nitrateExposure Routes
inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contactSymptoms
Possible irritation eyes, skin, respiratory system; In Animals: liver, red blood cell, testicular changesTarget Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system, liver, blood, reproductive systemPersonal Protection/Sanitation
(See protection codes)Skin:No recommendation
Eyes:No recommendation
Wash skin:No recommendation
Remove:No recommendation
Change:Daily
First Aid
(See procedures)Eye:Irrigate immediately
Skin:Soap wash
Breathing:Respiratory support
Swallow:Medical attention immediately
Respirator Recommendations
Not available.
- Page last reviewed:April 11, 2016
- Page last updated:April 11, 2016
- Content source:
- National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Education and Information Division