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CHEMetrics, Inc. 24 Hour Emergency Numbers: (703) 590-9204
4295 Catlett Rd., Calverton, VA 20138 (540) 439-3860
(800) 356-3072 (540) 788-9026 Creation Date: 07/15/87 (1759-9)
Fax (540) 788-4856 E-mail technical@chemetrics.com Revision Date: 10/19/05
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
I. CHEMICAL IDENTIFICATION VII. HANDLING AND STORAGE
TRADE NAME: CYANIDE Titrets庐 and Activator Solution Always wear eye protection when working with these ampoules.
WARNING: Do not break the tip of the ampoule unless it is completely
KIT CATALOG NO.: K-3815 immersed in your sample. Breaking the tip in the air may cause the glass
ampoule to shatter.
COMPONENT CATALOG NO.: A-3802 If this product is used as directed, the user will not come in contact with or be
exposed to any of its chemical components.
DESCRIPTION: Reagent ampoules, valve assemblies and activator solution Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid contact with eyes.
for the titrimetric determination of cyanide in water. Each ampoule contains Fragile. Liquid in glass. Handle with care.
approximately 1 mL of liquid reagent sealed under vacuum. Each valve Product should be stored in the dark and at room temperature; however,
assembly contains approximately 0.05 mL of liquid reagent. The bottle of temperatures up to 120掳F or even below freezing will not normally affect
activator solution contains approximately 20 mL of accessory solution. reagent performance.
In the Ampoule:
VIII. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
NFPA RATINGS: HEALTH: 1 FLAMMABILITY: 0 REACTIVITY: 0
ACGIH TLV: 500 ppm TWA acetone, 10 mg/m3 TWA glycerin, 2 mg/m3 C
In the Valve Assembly:
sodium hydroxide, 0.01 mg/m3 TWA silver, 2 ppm TWA nitric acid
NFPA RATINGS: HEALTH: 2 FLAMMABILITY: 1 REACTIVITY: 0
OSHA PEL: 1000 ppm TWA acetone, 15 mg/m3 TWA glycerin (total dust),
2 mg/m3 TWA sodium hydroxide, 0.01 mg/m3 TWA silver, 2 ppm TWA nitric
In the Activator Solution:
NFPA RATINGS: HEALTH: 1 FLAMMABILITY: 3 REACTIVITY: 0 acid
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Safety glasses
II. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
IX. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
In the Ampoule:
COMPONENT: Silver Nitrate In the Ampoule:
CAS NO.: 7761-88-8 PERCENT: 0.01 STATE: Liquid APPEARANCE: Colorless ODOR: None
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Complete pH: 2.1 SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 1.0
COMPONENT: Nitric Acid BOILING POINT: 100掳C MELTING POINT: 0掳C
CAS NO.: 7697-37-2 PERCENT: < 0.1 VAPOR PRESSURE: N/A VAPOR DENSITY: N/A
COMPONENT: Deionized Water In the Valve Assembly:
CAS NO.: 7732-18-5 PERCENT: >99.9 STATE: Liquid APPEARANCE: Colorless ODOR: None
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Miscible pH: 12.6
In the Valve Assembly: BOILING POINT: 290掳C (Glycerin) MELTING POINT: 20掳C (Glycerin)
COMPONENT: Sodium Hydroxide VAPOR PRESSURE: 0.0025 mm Hg @ 50掳C (Glycerin)
CAS NO.: 1310-73-2 PERCENT: 7.0 SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 1.26 (Glycerin) VAPOR DENSITY: 3.1 (Glycerin)
COMPONENT: Glycerin In the Activator Solution
CAS NO.: 56-81-5 PERCENT: 93.0 STATE: Liquid APPEARANCE: Tangerine ODOR: Fragrant, mint-like
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Miscible pH: 5 SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 0.8
In the Activator Solution: BOILING POINT: 56.5掳C MELTING POINT: -95掳C
COMPONENT: 5-(p-Dimethylaminobenzylidene) rhodanine VAPOR PRESSURE: 400 mm Hg @ 39.5掳C VAPOR DENSITY: 2.0
CAS NO.: 536-17-4 PERCENT: < 0.1
X. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
COMPONENT: Acetone
CAS NO.: 67-64-1 PERCENT: > 99.9
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: When heated to decomposi-
tion, toxic and corrosive vapors and oxides of carbon, nitrogen and silver may
III. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION be emitted.
Stable under normal conditions.
ACUTE TOXICITY: Irritation, headache, dizziness, CNS effects, nausea,
vomiting
XI. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
CHRONIC TOXICITY: Irritation, conjunctivitis, CNS effects, motor and speech
effects
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE: Eye, skin, CARCINOGENIC STATUS: None
respiratory or CNS disorders No other data available at this time.
IV. FIRST AID MEASURES XII. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
EYE AND SKIN CONTACT: Immediately flush eyes and skin with water for Glycerin is expected to readily biodegrade in soil and water, it is not expected
15 minutes. to bioaccumulate or be toxic to aquatic organisms. Acetone is expected to
INGESTION: Do not induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 volatilize and leach in soil, is expected to biodegrade rapidly and is not
cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious expected to bioconcentrate.
person. Seek medical attention. No other data available at this time.
INHALATION: Remove individual to fresh air.
XIII. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
V. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Dispose of in a manner consistent with Federal, State, and Local Regulations.
FLASH POINT: 0掳F (closed cup) AUTOIGNITION POINT: 869掳F
FLAMMABILITY LIMITS: UPPER: 12.8% LOWER: 2.6%
XIV. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Water, dry chemical, foam or carbon dioxide
U.S. DOT: 49 CFR, 173.4 Exceptions for Small Quantities
VI. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES IATA: Dangerous Goods in Excepted Quantities
Hazard Class: 3 ID: UN 2924 GROUP: II
Take up with absorbent material. Place in small containers for disposal.
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CHEMetrics, Inc. 24 Hour Emergency Numbers: (703) 590-9204
4295 Catlett Rd., Calverton, VA 20138 (540) 439-3860
(800) 356-3072 (540) 788-9026 Creation Date: 07/15/87 (1759-9)
Fax (540) 788-4856 E-mail technical@chemetrics.com Revision Date: 10/19/05
XV. REGULATORY INFORMATION
EUROPEAN INFORMATION:
EU Symbols: F - HIGHLY FLAMMABLE, Xi - IRRITANT
Risk Phrases: Highly flammable. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system, and
skin. Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking. Vapors may
cause drowsiness and dizziness.
Safety Phrases: Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking. Avoid
contact with eyes and skin. In case of contact with eyes or skin, rinse
immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. In case of accident
or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where
possible).
CANADIAN INFORMATION:
WHMIS Classification: B2, D2B, E
All chemical components of this product are listed on Canada鈥檚 DSL.
U.S. INFORMATION:
This product contains silver nitrate and nitric acid which are subject to SARA
Section 313 reporting requirements.
All chemical components of this product are listed on the TSCA Inventory.
XVI. OTHER INFORMATION
THE ABOVE INFORMATION IS BELIEVED TO BE ACCURATE AND REPRESENTS THE BEST
INFORMATION CURRENTLY AVAILABLE TO US. ALL PRODUCTS ARE OFFERED IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER'S CURRENT PRODUCTION SPECIFICATIONS
AND ARE INTENDED SOLELY FOR USE IN ANALYTICAL TESTING. THE MANUFACTURER
SHALL IN NO EVENT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INJURY, LOSS OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM
THE HANDLING, USE OR MISUSE OF THESE PRODUCTS.
Titrets庐 is a registered trademark of CHEMetrics, Inc.
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