**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****
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| CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 563-63-3 |Silver acetate | 99 | 209-254-9 |
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Hazard Symbols: XI
Risk Phrases: 36/37/38
**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.The toxicological
properties of this material have not been fully investigated.Light
sensitive.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye irritation. May cause chemical conjunctivitis.
Skin:
Causes skin irritation. May cause skin discoloration.
Ingestion:
May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and
diarrhea. Causes gastrointestinal tract irritation. Causes digestive
tract irritation.
Inhalation:
Causes respiratory tract irritation. Can produce delayed pulmonary
edema.
Chronic:
Effects may be delayed. Chronic inhalation or ingestion of silver
salts may cause argyria characterized by a permanent blue-gray
discoloration of the eyes, skin, mucous membranes, and internal
organs. This malady results from the accumulation of silver in the
body.
**** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****
Eyes:
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
Skin:
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15
minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing
before reuse.
Ingestion:
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical
aid immediately. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert,
rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not
breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult,
give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
**** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ****
General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases
may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion.
Extinguishing Media:
Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam.
**** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal. Avoid
generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation.
**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and
wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust
generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and
clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and
inhalation. Store protected from light.
Storage:
Do not store in direct sunlight. Store in a tightly closed
container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from
incompatible substances. Store protected from light.
**** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****
Engineering Controls:
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped
with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate
ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 563-63-3:
United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: (listed as silver soluble compounds):
mg/m3 TWA (as Ag)
United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: (listed as silver soluble compounds):
0.03 mg/m3 STEL (as Ag)
United States OSHA: 0.01 mg/m3 TWA (listed under Silver soluble
compounds).
Belgium - TWA: (listed as silver soluble compounds): 0.01 mg/m3 V
(as Ag)
France - VME: (listed as silver soluble compounds): 0.01 mg/m3 VM
(as Ag)
Germany: (listed as silver soluble compounds): 0.01 mg/m3 VME (as
Japan: (listed as silver compounds): 0.01 mg/m3 OEL (as Ag)
Malaysia: (listed as silver soluble compounds): 0.01 mg/m3 TWA (a
Ag)
Netherlands: (listed as silver soluble compounds): 0.01 mg/m3 MAC
Ag)
Spain: (listed as silver soluble compounds): 0.01 mg/m3 VLA-ED (a
Ag)
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical
safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face
protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European
Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin
exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin
exposure.
Respirators:
A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29
CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European
Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace
conditions warrant respirator use.
**** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****
Physical State: Powder
Color: off-white
Odor: none reported
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Negligible.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point: Not available.
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Flash Point: Not available.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature: Not available.
Solubility in water: soluble in hot water
Specific Gravity/Density: 3.2590g/cm3
Molecular Formula: C2H3AgO2
Molecular Weight: 166.91
**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****
Chemical Stability:
Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage
and handling conditions. Light sensitive.
Conditions to Avoid:
High temperatures, incompatible materials, light, excess heat.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, direct light.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
RTECS#:
CAS# 563-63-3: AJ4100000
LD50/LC50:
Not available.
Not available.
Carcinogenicity:
Silver acetate -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
**** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
**** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.
**** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****
IATA
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
IMO
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
RID/ADR
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
**** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: XI
Risk Phrases:
R 36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system
and skin.
Safety Phrases:
S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately
with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S 28A After contact with skin, wash immediately with
plenty of water.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 563-63-3: 3
Canada
CAS# 563-63-3 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 563-63-3 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 563-63-3 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
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