1. Synthesis of Azides October 9 2012 Andrew Share University of Texas, Austin

2. The Reaction

3. MSDS Dibromopropane

4. MSDS Sodium Azide

5. MSDS NaN 3 part 2

6. 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

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

8. 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

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

10. Most Importantly Tell others what you are doing.