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Section 1: Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product Name: Bismuth
Ammonium Citrate Extra Pure
CAS#: 31886-41-6
Synonym: Ammonium
Ferric Citrate; Ammonium iron (III) citrate; Iron (III) ammonium citrate;
1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic acid, 2-hydroxy, ammonium iron (3+) salt
Chemical Name: Citric Acid, ammonium iron (3+) salt
Chemical Formula: This compound is a complex salt of undetermined structure, composed
of Iron, Ammonia, and Citric Acid
Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients Composition:
Name CAS # % by Weight
Bismuth Ammonium Citrate Extra Pure 31886-41-6 100
Toxicological Data on Ingredients: Not
applicable.
Section 3: Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects: Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of
eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation.
Potential Chronic Health Effects:
Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant).
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not
available.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not
available.
Section 4: First Aid Measures Eye Contact:
Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact,
immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Cold water
may be used. Get medical attention if irritation occurs.
Skin Contact:Wash with soap and water. Cover the irritated skin with an
emollient. Get medical attention if irritation develops. Cold water may be used.
Serious Skin Contact: Not available.
Inhalation: If
inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If
breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention.
Serious Inhalation: Not available.
Ingestion: Do
NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give
anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If large quantities of this material
are swallowed, call a physician immediately. Loosen tight
clothing
such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.
Serious Ingestion: Not available.
Section 5: Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability of the Product: May be combustible at high temperature.
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Points: Not
available.
Flammable Limits: Not available.
Products of Combustion: Not available.
Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Slightly
flammable to flammable in presence of open flames and sparks, of heat.
Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact:
Not available. Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static
discharge: Not available. Slightly
explosive in presence of heat.
Fire Fighting Media and Instructions: SMALL
FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.
Special Remarks on Fire Hazards: Toxic
oxides of nitrogen or ammonia gas may be formed in fires.
Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards: Containers
may explode when heated.
Section 6: Accidental Release Measures Small Spill:
Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient
waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated
surface and dispose of according to local and regional authority requirements.
Large Spill: Use
a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish
cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate
through the sanitary system. Be careful that the product is not present at a
concentration level above TLV. Check TLV on the MSDS and with local authorities.
Section 7: Handling and Storage
Precautions: Keep
away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Ground all equipment
containing material. Do not breathe dust.
Storage: Keep
container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
Sensitive to light. Store in light-resistant containers.
Section 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Engineering
Controls:
Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other
engineering controls to keep airborne levels below recommended exposure limits.
If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure
to airborne contaminants below the exposure limit.
Personal Protection: Safety glasses. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an
approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Gloves.
Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill:
Splash goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self
contained breathing apparatus should be used to avoid inhalation of the product.
Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist
BEFORE handling this product.
Exposure Limits: TWA: 1 STEL: 2 (mg(Fe)/m) [United Kingdom (UK)]
TWA: 1 (mg(Fe)/m) from MSHA standard Consult local authorities for
acceptable exposure limits.
Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state and appearance: Solid. (Solid powder. Deliquescent solid.)
Odor: Odorless.
Taste: Saline,
Mild ferruginois taste
Molecular Weight: Not available.
Color: Brownish.
Yellowish.
pH (1% soln/water): Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Melting Point: Not available.
Critical Temperature: Not available.
Specific Gravity: 1.8 (Water = 1)
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable.
Vapor Density: Not available.
Volatility: Not
available.
Odor Threshold: Not available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.: Not available.
Ionicity (in Water): Not available.
Dispersion Properties: See solubility in water.
Solubility: Easily
soluble in cold water.
Solubility in water: 25 g/100 ml @ 20 deg. C. Practically insoluble
in alcohol.
Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability: The
product is stable.
Instability Temperature: Not available.
Conditions of Instability: Excess heat, incompatible materials, light
Incompatibility with various substances: Not
available.
Corrosivity: Not
available.
Special Remarks on Reactivity:
Incompatible with iodides, acacia preparations, and tannins.
Sensitive to light.
Special Remarks on Corrosivity: Not available.
Polymerization: Will not occur.
Section 11: Toxicological Information
Routes of Entry: Inhalation. Ingestion.
Toxicity to Animals:
LD50: Not available.
LC50: Not available.
Chronic Effects on Humans: Not available.
Other Toxic Effects on Humans: Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of
ingestion, of inhalation.
Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals:
Lethal Dose/Conc: LD [Rat] - Route: Oral; Dose: >2000 mg/kg
Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans: Not
available.
Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans: Acute
Potential Health Effects:
Skin: Contact may cause irritation or rash, particularly with moist
skin. Eyes: May cause eye irritation
with redness, tearing, and abrasion. Inhalation: Inhalation of high
concentrations of dust may cause nasal, throat or lung irritation. Symptoms may
include coughing and wheezing.
Ingestion: Ingestion can produce gastrointestinal tract irritation
with hypermotility, diarrhea.
Chronic Potential Health Effects: Eyes: Prolonged eye contact may
cause a brownish discoloration of the eyes. Skin: Prolonged skin contact may
cause skin irritation.
Section 12: Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity: Not
available.
BOD5 and COD: Not
available.
Products of Biodegradation: Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not
likely. However, long term degradation products may arise.
Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: The
product itself and its products of degradation are not toxic.
Special Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not
available.
Section 13: Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal: Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and
local environmental control regulations.
Section 14: Transport Information
DOT Classification: Not a DOT controlled material (United States).
Identification: Not applicable.
Special Provisions for Transport: Not
applicable.
Section 15: Other Regulatory Information
Federal and State Regulations:
Connecticut hazardous material survey.: Ferric ammonium citrate
Illinois chemical safety act: Ferric ammonium citrate New York release reporting
list: Ferric ammonium citrate
Pennsylvania RTK: Ferric ammonium citrate Massachusetts RTK: Ferric
ammonium citrate
Massachusetts spill list: Ferric ammonium citrate New Jersey:
Ferric ammonium citrate
New Jersey spill list: Ferric ammonium citrate Louisiana spill
reporting: Ferric ammonium citrate
TSCA 8(b) inventory: Ferric ammonium citrate CERCLA: Hazardous
substances.: Ferric ammonium citrate: 1000 lbs. (453.6 kg)
Other Regulations: EINECS: This product is on the European Inventory of Existing
Commercial Chemical Substances.
Other Classifications:
WHMIS (Canada): Not controlled under WHMIS (Canada).
DSCL (EEC):
This product is not classified according
to the EU regulations.
Not applicable.
HMIS (U.S.A.):
Health Hazard: 1
Fire Hazard: 1
Reactivity: 0
Personal Protection: E
National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.):
Health: 1
Flammability: 1
Reactivity: 0
Specific hazard:
Protective Equipment: Gloves. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an
approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Safety glasses.
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appropriate precautionary handling of the material by a properly trained person
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