MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET STRONTIUM CHLORIDE
PRODUCT CODE NUMBER(S): 8620-1
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
Chemical Name and Synonyms: Strontium chloride Flammability: Not combustible
Chemical Family: Inorganic salt Extinguishing Media: Use an extinguisher appropriate to
the surrounding material that is burning. Firefighters should
Chemical Formula: SrCl2.6H2O
wear protective equipment and clothing sufficient to prevent
Product Use: Laboratory reagent inhalation of dust or fumes, and contact with skin and eyes.
Manufacturer鈥檚 Name and Address: Flash Point (Method Used): Not applicable
Caledon Laboratories Ltd.
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable
40 Armstrong Avenue
Upper Flammable Limit (% by volume): Not applicable
Georgetown, Ontario L7G 4R9
Lower Flammable Limit (% by volume): Not applicable
Telephone No: (905) 877-0101
Hazardous Combustion Products: Chlorine, hydrogen
Fax No: (905) 877-6666 chloride gas, strontium oxides
Emergency Telephone No: CANUTEC (613) 996-6666 Sensitivity to Impact: None identified
Sensitivity to Static discharge: None identified
HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS OF MATERIALS
TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES AND HEALTH DATA
Ingredients % TLV Units CAS No.
To the best of our knowledge, the physical, chemical, and
10 mg/m3
Strontium chloride 99 10025-70-4
toxicological properties of this substance have not yet been
(total respirable dust)
thoroughly investigated,
PHYSICAL DATA
Toxicological Data:
Physical State: Solid
LD50: (oral, rat) 2,250 mg/kg
Odour and Appearance: White crystals; odourless
LC50: Not available
Odour Threshold (ppm): Not applicable
Vapour Pressure (mm Hg): Not applicable Effects of Acute Exposure to Product:
Vapour Density (Air = 1): Not applicable
Inhaled: May cause mild irritation of upper respiratory tract,
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable with coughing, shortness of breath.
Boiling Point (degrees C): 150掳C (loses water) In contact with skin: May cause mild irritation.
Melting Point (degrees C): 872掳C In contact with eyes: May cause mild irritation, redness,
pH: 5.0 to 7.0 (5%, aqueous, 20掳C) itching, and temporary pain.
Ingested: Large oral doses may cause irritation of the gas-
Specific Gravity: 1.96
trointestinal tract, with nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain.
Coefficient of Water/Oil distribution: Not available
Effects of Chronic Exposure to Product:
SHIPPING DESCRIPTION
Persons with impaired kidney function may be more suscep-
UN: Not regulated
tible to the effects of this substance.
T.D.G. Class: Not regulated
Carcinogenicity: Not listed as carcinogen by NTP, IARC,
Pkg. Group: Not regulated OSHA
Teratogenicity: Insufficient information available
REACTIVITY DATA Reproductive Effects: Insufficient information available.
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions of use Mutagenicity: No information available.
and storage. Synergistic Products: None known
Incompatibility with other substances: May react vio-
lently with boric oxide, cupric oxide, some halogens, 2-Furan PREVENTIVE MEASURES
percarboxylic acid.
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust recommended
Reactivity: Avoid excessive heat, ignition sources,
incompatibe materials, generation of dust. Respiratory Protection: Dust mask. NIOSH/MASH ap-
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Chlorine com- proved half-face dust/mist respirator for up to 10x TLV or the
pounds, hydrogen chloride gas, strontium oxides maximum use specified by the manufacturer. For higher or
unknown concentrations, as in fire or spill conditions, posi-
tive-pressure, full face-piece self-contained breathing
apparatus.
STRONTIUM CHLORIDE
MSDS
CODE: 8620-1
Eye Protection: Chemical safety glasses or goggles. herein is reliable and accurate. Caledon makes no warranty
with respect thereto and expressly disclaims all liability for reli-
Skin Protection: Wear protective gloves and clean
ance thereon. Such information is solely for your consider-
body-covering clothing sufficient to limit contact.
ation, investigation, and verification.
Other Personal Protective Equipment: Safety shower
and eye-wash fountain in work area.
Leak and Spill Procedure: Ventilate area of spill.
Clean-up personnel should be trained in the handling of haz-
ardous materials and should wear protective equipment and
clothing sufficient to prevent inhalation of dust or fumes, and
contact with skin and eyes. Gather up in a manner that
does not raise dust, (wet if necessary) and place in suitable
containers for reclamation or disposal. Wash area of spill
thoroughly with running water.
Waste Disposal: Follow all federal, provincial and local
regulations for disposal.
Handling Procedures and Equipment: Workers using this
chemical must be properly trained in its hazards and its safe
use. Use the smallest amount possible for the p urpose, in
an area with adequate ventilation. Use good housekeeping
to prevent accumulations of dust. Avoid contact with skin
and eyes. Avoid inhalation. Wash thoroughly after han-
dling.
Storage Requirements: Store in suitable, labelled contain-
ers, in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, out of direct sunlight,
and away from incompatible materials. Protect from physi-
cal damage.
FIRST AID MEASURES
Specific Measures:
Eyes: Flush eyes thoroughly with gently running water,
holding eyelids open while flushing, for five to ten (5-10)
minutes, or until no trace of chemical remains. Get medical
advice if irritation develops.
Skin: Remove contaminated clothing. Brush or wipe off dry
material. Flush skin with plenty of running water until no evi-
dence of chemical remains. If irritation develops get medical
attention.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Give oxygen and get
medical attention for any breathing difficulty.
Ingestion: Rrinse mouth thoroughly with water and give 2
to 4 glasses of water to drink to dilute. If victim feels unwell,
or if a very large amount has been ingested, get medical at-
tention.
REFERENCES USED
CCINFO disc: MSDS, June 2006
Sax, Lewis: Hawley鈥檚 Condensed Chemical Dictionary. 11th
ed., 1987
Sax: Dangerous Propterties of Industrial Materials, 5th ed.,
1979
Suppliers鈥? Material Safety Data Sheets
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Date Issued: February 20, 1990
Revision: June 2006
MSDS: 8620-1
Proposed WHMIS Designation: Not a controlled product.
Not required to be updated every three years (WHMIS 1992,
B-40, Section 29,2)
Prepared by: Caledon Laboratories Ltd. (905) 877-0101
Caledon Laboratories Ltd. believes the information contained
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