Disclaimer: The requirements outlined in this category serve as general institutional guidance. Because chemical properties and reactivity vary, Principal Investigators and lab personnel must review the manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for chemical-specific handling, containment, and protective equipment protocols that may supersede these general rules.
Examples
- Hydrazoic acid
- Sodium Azide
Storage Requirements
Maintain between 15°C and 25°C (59°F–77°F) in a room with continuous mechanical ventilation (minimum 4–10 air changes per hour) and relative humidity below 60%. Containers should be tightly closed, meaning that the manufacturer's cap and internal seal are fully engaged and free of physical damage. For highly volatile, toxic, or air-sensitive materials (including Class A/B peroxide formers), secondary seals—such as a PTFE thread wrap, a Parafilm cap overwrapping, or store-in-septa bottles—are required to maintain a gas-tight seal.
Incompatible Chemicals
Acids (any), heavy metals (copper, lead, brass, silver), benzoyl chloride, and strong oxidizers. Examples include Hydrochloric acid, Sulfuric acid, Copper/Lead pipes, Brass, Silver, Nitric acid.
PPE Required
- Chemical splash goggles
- Lab coat
- Nitrile gloves