Synthesis of Azides October Andrew Share University of Texas, Austin

The Reaction

MSDS Dibromopropane

MSDS Sodium Azide

MSDS NaN 3 part 2

Handling – Bench Setup Azide Waste Azide - Solid Waste (paper towels, gloves, pipettes) Clean benchtop Antidote paper towels to catch spills Use as much disposable equipment as possible Perform all work in the hood

Personal Protective Equipment Double Glove Lab Coat Safety Goggles (not safety glasses)

Product Hazards (N C + N O ) / N N > 3 Should be safe (N C + N O ) / N N < 1 Do not isolate 1 > (N C + N O ) / N N > 3 Could be explosive (3 + 0) / 6 = 2

Work up procedure Use blast shield when removing solvent in case of explosion

Most Importantly Tell others what you are doing.