MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET CADMIUM SULPHATE
PRODUCT CODE NUMBER(S): 2370-1, 2371-1
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
Chemical Name and Synonyms: Cadmium sulphate; Flammability: Not combustible. Dust can be a hazard if
Sulphuric acid, cadmium salt exposed to heat or flame, or in reaction with oxidizers, hy-
drogen azide, zinc, selenium, or tellurium.
Chemical Family: Metal salt
Extinguishing Media: Use an extinguisher appropriate to
Chemical Formula: CdSO4.7H2O
the surrounding material that is burning. Use water as spray
Product Use: Laboratory reagent or fog to cool containers, knock down dust, smoke and
Manufacturer鈥檚 Name and Address: fumes. Fight fire from upwind, from a safe distance.
Caledon Laboratories Ltd. Firefighters should wear protective equipment and clothing
sufficient to prevent inhalation and contact with skin, eyes
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and clothing. Containers may explodein heat of fire; with-
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draw immediately in case of rising sound from vent or
Telephone No: (905) 877-0101 discoloration or bulging of container.
Fax No: (905) 877-6666 Flash Point (Method Used): Not applicable
Emergency Telephone No: CANUTEC (613) 996-6666 Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable
Upper Flammable Limit (% by volume): Not applicable
HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS OF MATERIALS
Lower Flammable Limit (% by volume): Not applicable
Ingredients % TLV Units CAS No. Hazardous Combustion Products: CdO, SOx, irritating,
toxic fumes
3
Cadmium sulphate >99 0.002 mg/m 7790-84-3
Sensitivity to Impact: None identified
(as Cd)
Sensitivity to Static discharge: Mixtures of dust with air
may be sensitive under certain conditions, when ignited by
PHYSICAL DATA
an electrostatic or other high-voltage spark, or other ignition
Physical State: Solid source.
Odour and Appearance: Colourless crystals or crystalline
TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES AND HEALTH DATA
powder; odourless
Odour Threshold (ppm): Not applicable
Toxicological Data:
Vapour Pressure (mm Hg): Not applicable
LD50: (oral, rat) 280 mg/kg
Vapour Density (Air = 1): Not applicable
LC50: Not available
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Boiling Point (degrees C): Not applicable
Effects of Acute Exposure to Product:
Melting Point (degrees C): Loses water above 40掳C, form-
Inhaled: Toxic. May be fatal. Readily absorbed through re-
ing monohydrate by 80掳C
spiratory tract, causing dryness, cough, headache,
pH: 5.0-6.5 (5% solution)
shortness of breath, metallic taste, choking and vomiting.
Specific Gravity: 3.080
Can cause metal fume fever, with headache, sweating,
Coefficient of Water/Oil distribution: Not available chills, metallic taste in the mouth, cough, thirst, shortness of
breath, fever, pains in the legs and chest. Symptoms last
SHIPPING DESCRIPTION about 24 hours after exposure, and recovery is complete
with nopermanent effects. However, even brief exposure to
UN: 2570 high concentrations of dust may cause liver or kidney dam-
T.D.G. Class: 6.1 age, or pulmonary edema and death. Symptoms may be
delayed for up to 24 hours.
Pkg. Group: III
In contact with skin: Irritating, causing buning sensation,
REACTIVITY DATA redness, itching, pain. Absorption through the skin may
damage the kidneys and liver.
Chemical Stability: Normally stable In contact with eyes: May cause irritation, redness, tear-
Incompatibility with other substances: Reacts violently ing, blurring of vision.
with oxidizing agents, metals, hydrogen azide, zinc, sele- Ingested: Toxic; ingestion may be fatal. Causes increased
nium, tellurium, causing increased risk of fire or explosion. salivation, choking, dizziness, nausea and vomiting, diar-
Reactivity: Avoid heat, ignition sources, incompatible ma- rhoea, abdominal pain. As little as 10 to 20 mg may
terials, generation of dust. damage the kidneys and liver with tubular disfunction and
necrosis as the principal symptoms, but a fatal oral dose is
Hazardous Decomposition Products: CdO, SOx
probably considerably higher.
CADMIUM SULPHATE
MSDS
CODE: 2370-1, 2371-1
Effects of Chronic Exposure to Product: equipment and clothing. Use the smallest amount possible for the
purpose, in designated areas with adequate ventilation. Follow
Chronic exposure to cadmium, even at low concentrations, routine safe handling and good housekeeping procedures. Keep
can cause liver, lung, kidney, male reproductive system and work areas free of incompatible or extraneous materials. Do not
blood damage, lung or prostate cancer, chronic bronchitis, use on porous surfaces (wood); use surfaces that can be easily
anemia, pulmonary fibrosis, emphysemsa, perforation of the and thoroughly cleaned. Clean up spills immediately and thor-
nasal septum, loss of smell, bone demineralization, and lung oughly. Keep containers closed when not in use and when empty.
fibrosis, kidney stones and other evidence of disturbed cal- Avoid generating dust. Avoid contact with skin and eyes and in-
halation of dust. If dust is present, elminate all ignition sources,
cium metabolism. Effects are cumulative and may be irre-
and uses non-sparking tools. Empty containers may contain haz-
versible. Persons with pre-existing skin, eye, blood, or
ardous residues; treat with caution. Wash hands thoroughly after
prostate disorders, or impaired respiratory, kidney, or liver
use.
function may be more susceptible to the effects of this sub-
Storage Requirements: Store in suitable, labelled containers, in
stance.
a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, out of direct sunlight, and away
Carcinogenicity: Cadmium salts are carcinogenic in ani-
from incompatible materials, and sources of heat or ignition.
mal testing; known carcinogen (IARC,Group 1). Suspected
Store in a secure poison area. Protect from damage and inspect
human carcinogen (ACGIH, A2)
frequently for signs of leaking. Keep containers tightly closed.
Teratogenicity: No human information available. Cadmium
salts have shown teratogenic effects in animal testing.
FIRST AID MEASURES
Reproductive Effects: No human information available.
Cadmium salts have shown reproductive effects, Specific Measures:
spermatogenesis and testicular tumours, in animal testing.
Eyes: Immediately flush eyes with gently running water for at
Mutagenicity: Some cadmium salts have tested positive in
least fifteen (15) minutes, holding eyelids open during flushing.
mammalian cell culture tests.
Take care not to flush contaminated water into unaffected eye.
Synergistic Products: None known
Wear protective gloves to avaoid contacat during first aid proce-
dures. Get medical attention.
PREVENTIVE MEASURES Skin: Remove contaminated clothing. Flush skin with copious
amounts of running water for fifteen to twenty (15-20) minutes,
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation required.
until all trace of chemical is removed. Get medical attention if irri-
Respiratory Protection: Dust mask, fume hood. When
tation develops or if exposure was extensive. Decontaminate
dust or fume is present, up to 10x TLV, or the maximum use
clothing thoroughly before reuse, or discard.
specified by the respirator supplier, whichever is lowest,
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Give oxygen and get medical
NIOSH/MSHA approved half-face, high-efficiency dust/mist
attention for any breathing difficulty. If breathing has stopped, be-
respirator. Up to 50x TLV, or the maximum use specified by
gin artificial respiration immediately. Get medical attention for any
the respirator supplier, whichever is lowest, NIOSH/MSHA
inhalation of this product.
approved full face-piece high-efficiency dust/mist respira-
Ingestion: If victim is alert and NOT convulsing, rinse mouth
tor. Higher or unknown concentrations, or for fire or spill
thoroughly, and give 2 to 4 glasses of water to drink to dilute. In-
conditions, self-contained breathing apparatus, or full
duce vomiting, under medical supervision, by giving syrup of
face-piece, positive-pressure supplied-air respirator.
ipecac, or by sticking a finger down the throat. When vomiting oc-
Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles or face shield.
curs, keep head low to avoid aspiration of emesis, rinse mouth
Skin Protection: Impervious gloves. Other protective
and administer more water to drink. Call a physician immediately.
clothing, apron, sleeves, coverall, and boots sufficient to pre-
vent contact.
REFERENCES USED
Other Personal Protective Equipment: Safety shower
and eye-wash fountain in work area. CCINFO disc: MSDS鈥檚, March 2007
Leak and Spill Procedure: Restrict access to area of spill. Royal Society of Chemistry: Chemical Safety Data Sheets, Vol., 4a,
Ventilate area. Cleanup personnel must be thoroughly 1991
trained in the hazards of this chemical and its safe use, and
Sax, Lewis: Hawley鈥檚 Condensed Chemical Dictionary, 11th ed.,
must wear protective equipment and clothing sufficient to
1987
prevent inhalation of dust or fumes, and contact with skin
Suppliers鈥? Material Safety Data Sheets
and eyes. If dust is present, observe explosion prevention
measures, use non-sparking tools, keep away from heat,
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
sparks, and all sources of ignition; avoid the accumulation of
static charge, ground and bond equipment and containers.
Date Issued: May 22, 1991
Mix with sand or inert absorbent, collect in a manner that
does not raise dust, and transfer carefully into labelled, cov- Revision: March 2007
ered container(s) for removal by disposal company. MSDS: 2370-1, 2371-1
Contaminated absorbent may pose the same hazards as the
Proposed WHMIS Designation: D1B; D2A
spilled product; teat with caution. Prevent from entering
sewers and waterways. Wash site of spillage thoroughly
Prepared by: Caledon Laboratories Ltd. (905) 877-0101
with water and detergent.
Caledon Laboratories Ltd. believes the information contained herein
Waste Disposal: Follow all federal, provincial and local
is reliable and accurate. Caledon makes no warranty with respect
regulations for disposal.
thereto and expressly disclaims all liability for reliance thereon. Such
Handling Procedures and Equipment: TOXIC, CUMULA-
information is solely for your consideration, investigation, and verifi-
TIVE, POSSIBLE CARCINOGEN, TERATOGEN,
MUTAGEN, and REPRODUCTIVE EFFECTOR. Workers cation.
handling this material must be thoroughly trained in its haz-
ards and its safe use, and must wear appropriate protective
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