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Nitrous oxide-15N2

CAS No.: 20621-02-7
Formula: N2O
Molecular Weight: 46.03000
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What is Nitrous oxide-15N2

Nitrous oxide-15N₂ is a stable isotope-labeled form of nitrous oxide (N₂O), where both nitrogen atoms are replaced with the nitrogen-15 (¹⁵N) isotope. This specialized compound is widely used in environmental and agricultural research to trace and study the nitrogen cycle, particularly the processes of nitrification and denitrification. By leveraging the unique properties of ¹⁵N, researchers can accurately track the movement and transformation of nitrogen in soil, water, and atmospheric systems. Nitrous oxide-15N₂ is an essential tool for understanding greenhouse gas emissions, improving fertilizer efficiency, and mitigating the environmental impact of nitrogen-based compounds. Its precision and reliability make it invaluable for advanced scientific studies.

Preparation Process: Nitrous oxide-15N2 can be prepared by the thermal decomposition of ammonium nitrate-15N2. Begin by synthesizing ammonium nitrate-15N2 by reacting nitric acid-15N with ammonia-15N under controlled conditions. Dry the product thoroughly to remove moisture. Next, carefully heat the ammonium nitrate-15N2 to approximately 250°C in a controlled environment, as the decomposition is exothermic. The reaction yields nitrous oxide-15N2 and water vapor. Purify the gas by passing it through a cold trap to condense water and other impurities, then collect the nitrous oxide-15N2 over a suitable absorbent or in a gas cylinder. Ensure proper isotopic labeling verification via mass spectrometry.

Usage Scenarios: Nitrous oxide-15N2 (N2O-15N2) is a stable isotope-labeled compound primarily used in environmental and agricultural research to trace nitrogen cycling processes. It serves as a tracer in studies investigating nitrification, denitrification, and N2O emissions from soils and aquatic systems. Researchers employ it in isotopic labeling experiments to quantify N2O production pathways and microbial transformations. It is also used in atmospheric chemistry to study N2O sources and sinks, aiding climate change research. Additionally, N2O-15N2 finds applications in medical and pharmacological studies, particularly in anesthesia research, where isotopic labeling helps track metabolic pathways and gas exchange dynamics.

Nitrous oxide-15N2 Basic Info
Chemical Name Nitrous oxide-15N2
Synonyms NITROUS-15N2 OXIDE;NITROUS-15N2 OXIDE 98+ ATOM % 15N;dinitrogen-15n2 monoxide;nitrous oxide-15n2;NITROUS OXIDE (15N2, 98%+)
CAS No. 20621-02-7
Molecular Formula N2O
Molecular Weight 46.03000
PSA 54.46000
LogP 0.06366
Nitrous oxide-15N2 Price
Here is a rough price range for "Nitrous oxide-15N2" in the 18 countries listed. Note that prices can vary significantly based on suppliers, purity, and quantity:

1. **United States**: $500 - $1,500 per gram
2. **China**: $400 - $1,200 per gram
3. **Russia**: $600 - $1,800 per gram
4. **Germany**: $550 - $1,600 per gram
5. **India**: $450 - $1,300 per gram
6. **Japan**: $600 - $1,700 per gram
7. **Brazil**: $500 - $1,500 per gram
8. **South Korea**: $550 - $1,600 per gram
9. **Philippines**: No results
10. **United Kingdom**: $550 - $1,600 per gram
11. **France**: $550 - $1,600 per gram
12. **Mexico**: $500 - $1,500 per gram
13. **Canada**: $500 - $1,500 per gram
14. **South Africa**: No results
15. **Egypt**: No results
16. **Turkey**: $500 - $1,500 per gram
17. **Thailand**: No results
18. **Indonesia**: No results

These ranges are approximate and based on general market trends for isotopic chemicals. Availability and pricing may vary depending on local suppliers and demand.
MSDS
MSDS

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
  Product identifiers
    Product name        : Nitrous oxide-15N2    
    REACH No.        : A registration number is not available for this substance as the substance    
    or its uses are exempted from registration, the annual tonnage does not
    require a registration or the registration is envisaged for a later
    registration deadline.
    CAS-No.        : 20621-02-7    
  Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
    Identified uses        : Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances    
  
  

SECTION 2: Hazards identification
  Classification of the substance or mixture
  Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
    Gases under pressure (Liquefied gas), H280
    Oxidizing liquids (Category 2), H272
    Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 4), H302
    Acute toxicity, Inhalation (Category 4), H332
    Acute toxicity, Dermal (Category 4), H312
    For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.
  Classification according to EU Directives 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC
    O, Xn Oxidising, Harmful        R 8, R20/21/22    
    For the full text of the R-phrases mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.
  Label elements
  Labelling according Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
    Pictogram
    Signal word        Danger    
    Hazard statement(s)
    H272        May intensify fire; oxidiser.    
    H280        Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated.    
    H302 + H312 + H332        Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled    
    Precautionary statement(s)
    P220        Keep/Store away from clothing/ combustible materials.    
    P280        Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing.    
    P410 + P403        Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place.    
    Supplemental Hazard        none    
    Statements
  Other hazards - none

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
  Substances
    Chemical characterization : Isotopically labeled
    Synonyms        : Dinitrogen-15N2 monoxide    
    Formula        : 15N2O    
    Molecular Weight        : 46,00 g/mol    
    CAS-No.        : 20621-02-7    
  Hazardous ingredients according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
    Component        Classification        Concentration    
  Nitrous oxide-15N2
    CAS-No.        20621-02-7        Press. Gas ; Ox. Liq. 2; Acute <= 100 %    
    Tox. 4; H272, H280, H302 +
    H312 + H332
  Hazardous ingredients according to Directive 1999/45/EC
    Component        Classification        Concentration    
  Nitrous oxide-15N2
    CAS-No.        20621-02-7        O, Xn, R 8 - R20/21/22        <= 100 %    
    For the full text of the H-Statements and R-Phrases mentioned in this Section, see Section 16

SECTION 4: First aid measures
  Description of first aid measures
  General advice
    Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
  If inhaled
    If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.
  In case of skin contact
    Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.
  In case of eye contact
    Flush eyes with water as a precaution.
  If swallowed
    Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.
  Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
    The most important known symptoms and effects are described in the labelling (see section 2.2) and/or in
    section 11
  Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
    no data available

SECTION 5: Firefighting measures
  Extinguishing media
  Suitable extinguishing media
    Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
  Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
    nitrogen oxides (NOx)
  Advice for firefighters
    Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.
  Further information
    Use water spray to cool unopened containers.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
  Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
    Use personal protective equipment. Avoid breathing vapours, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation.
    Evacuate personnel to safe areas.
    For personal protection see section 8.
  Environmental precautions
    Do not let product enter drains.
  Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
    Contain spillage, and then collect with an electrically protected vacuum cleaner or by wet-brushing and
    place in container for disposal according to local regulations (see section 13).
  Reference to other sections
    For disposal see section 13.

SECTION 7: Handling and storage
  Precautions for safe handling
    Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid inhalation of vapour or mist.
    Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.
    For precautions see section 2.2.
  Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
    Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Containers which are
    opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage.
    Store under inert gas. hygroscopic
  Specific end use(s)
    Apart from the uses mentioned in section 1.2 no other specific uses are stipulated

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
  Control parameters
  Components with workplace control parameters
  Exposure controls
  Appropriate engineering controls
    Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before breaks and
    at the end of workday.
  Personal protective equipment
  Eye/face protection
    Face shield and safety glasses Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under
    appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
  Skin protection
    Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique
    (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of
    contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices.
    Wash and dry hands.
    The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of EU Directive 89/686/EEC and
    the standard EN 374 derived from it.
  Body Protection
    Complete suit protecting against chemicals, The type of protective equipment must be selected
    according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
  Respiratory protection
    Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a full-face respirator
    with multi-purpose combination (US) or type AXBEK (EN 14387) respirator cartridges as a backup
    to engineering controls. If the respirator is the sole means of protection, use a full-face supplied air
    respirator. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government
    standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).
  Control of environmental exposure
    Do not let product enter drains.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
  Information on basic physical and chemical properties
    a) Appearance        Form: Liquefied gas    
    b) Odour        no data available    
    c) Odour Threshold        no data available    
    d) pH        no data available    
    e) Melting point/freezing        -91 °C    
    point
    f) Initial boiling point and -88 °C
    boiling range
    g) Flash point        no data available    
    h) Evapouration rate        no data available    
    i) Flammability (solid, gas) no data available
    j) Upper/lower        no data available    
    flammability or
    explosive limits
    k) Vapour pressure        68,9 hPa at 21 °C    
    l) Vapour density        no data available    
    m) Relative density        no data available    
    n) Water solubility        no data available    
    o) Partition coefficient: n- no data available
    octanol/water
    p) Auto-ignition        no data available    
    temperature
    q) Decomposition        no data available    
    temperature
    r) Viscosity        no data available    
    s) Explosive properties        no data available    
    t) Oxidizing properties        The substance or mixture is classified as oxidizing with the category 2.    
  Other safety information
    no data available

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
  Reactivity
    no data available
  Chemical stability
    Stable under recommended storage conditions.
  Possibility of hazardous reactions
    no data available
  Conditions to avoid
    Reacts violently with:
  Incompatible materials
    no data available
  Hazardous decomposition products
    Other decomposition products - no data available
    In the event of fire: see section 5

SECTION 11: Toxicological information
  Information on toxicological effects
  Acute toxicity
  Skin corrosion/irritation
    no data available
  Serious eye damage/eye irritation
    no data available
  Respiratory or skin sensitisation
    no data available
  Germ cell mutagenicity
    no data available
  Carcinogenicity
    IARC:        No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as    
    probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.
  Reproductive toxicity
    no data available
  Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure
    no data available
  Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure
    no data available
  Aspiration hazard
    no data available
  Additional Information
    RTECS: Not available
    When nitrous oxide is inhaled in high concentrations for only a few seconds, it affects the central nervous
    system and may induce symptoms of intoxication., Nitrous oxide is known to cause anemia in humans who
    are repeatedly overexposed., Subtle effects on the central nervous system (CNS) have been reported in
    man at concentrations of 50 to 500 ppm., Epidemiological evidence exists that indicates nitrous oxide may
    cause embryofetal toxicity in humans resulting in spontaneous abortions.

SECTION 12: Ecological information
  Toxicity
    no data available
  Persistence and degradability
    no data available
  Bioaccumulative potential
    no data available
  Mobility in soil
    no data available
  Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
    PBT/vPvB assessment not available as chemical safety assessment not required/not conducted
  Other adverse effects
    no data available

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
  Waste treatment methods
  Product
    Burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber but exert extra care in igniting
    as this material is highly flammable. Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal
    company.
  Contaminated packaging
    Dispose of as unused product.

SECTION 14: Transport information
  UN number
    ADR/RID: 1070        IMDG: 1070        IATA: 1070    
  UN proper shipping name
    ADR/RID: NITROUS OXIDE
    IMDG: NITROUS OXIDE
    IATA:        Nitrous oxide    
  Transport hazard class(es)
    ADR/RID: 2.2 (5.1)        IMDG: 2.2 (5.1)        IATA: 2.2 (5.1)    
  Packaging group
    ADR/RID: -        IMDG: -        IATA: -    
  Environmental hazards
    ADR/RID: no        IMDG Marine pollutant: no        IATA: no    
  Special precautions for user
    no data available



SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
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SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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