Section 1. Product and Company Identification
Product Identification: QCS-19
MSDS Number: QCS-19
Company Identification: High-Purity Standards
P.O. Box 41727
Charleston, SC 29423
Telephone: (843) 767-7900
FAX: (843) 767-7906
In case of emergency call INFOTRAC: 800-535-5053
Section 2. Chemical Composition
Component CAS/EINECS Percent ACGIH TLV OSHA PEL
Registry # Concentration
0.5 mg/m3 0.5 mg/m3
Antimony 7440-36-0/231- 0.01
146-5
0.01 mg/m3 10 碌g/ m3
Arsenic 7440-38-2/231- 0.01
148-6
0.002 mg/m3 0.002 mg/m3
Beryllium Acetate 19049-40- 0.01 (as Be)
(Be4O(C2H3O2)6) 2/242-785-4
0.5 mg/m3 0.5 mg/m3
Calcium Carbonate 471-34-1/207- 0.01 (as Ca)
(CaCO3) 439-9
0.002 mg/m3 0.005 mg/m3
Cadmium 7440-43-9/231- 0.01
152-8 (respirable
particulate)
0.5 mg/m3 1 mg/m3
Chromium 7440-47-3/231- 0.01
157-5
0.02 mg/m3 0.1 mg/m3
Cobalt 7440-48-4/231- 0.01
158-0
0.2 mg/m3 0.1 mg/m3
Copper 7440-50-8/231- 0.01
159-6 (fumes) (fumes)
10 mg/m3 5 mg/m3
Iron 7439-89-6/231- 0.01
096-4
0.05 mg/m3 0.05 mg/m3
Lead 7439-92-1/231- 0.01
100-4
Magnesium 7439-95-4/231- 0.01 Not Available Not Available
104-6
0.2 mg/m3 C 5 mg/m3
Manganese 7439-96-5/231- 0.01
105-1
5 mg/m3 5 mg/m3
Molybdenum 7439-98-7/231- 0.01
107-2
1.5 mg/m3 1 mg/m3
Nickel 7440-02-0/231- 0.01
111-4
0.2 mg/m3 0.2 mg/ m3
Selenium 7782-49-2/231- 0.01
957-4
0.1 mg/m3 0.1 mg/m3
Thallium 7440-28-0/231- 0.01
138-1
7440-32-
Titanium 0.01 Not Available Not Available
6/231-142-3
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0.05 mg/m3
Ammonium 7803-55-6/232- 0.01 (as V) Not Available
Metavanadate 261-3
(NH4VO3)
5 mg/m3 1 mg/m3
Zinc 7440-66-6/231- 0.01
175-3
5 mg/m3
Nitric Acid 7697-37-2/231- 5 2 mg/kg
714-2
2.5 mg/m3
Hydrofluoric Acid 7664-39-3/231- 0.001 C: 3 mg/ml
634-8 STEL: 6 mg/ml
Water, deionized 7732-18-5/231- Balance Not Available Not Available
791-2
Section 3. Hazard Identification
Emergency Overview: Corrosive and toxic. May cause irritation to areas of contact. Wash areas
of contact with water for at least 15 minutes. If ingested, do not induce vomiting.
Dilute with water and call a physician. Arsenic, beryllium, lead, cobalt, nickel and
cadmium may cause cancer. Potential symptoms of overexposure are irritation of the
eyes, mucous membranes and skin, dental erosion, bronchitis, pneumonitis, delayed
pulmonary edema.
Target Organs: Eyes, skin, respiratory system, immune system, nasal cavities, teeth, blood,
bones. Increases risk of lung, liver, kidney, and bladder cancer with prolonged
exposure.
Skin/eye Contact: Liquid may cause burns to skin and eyes. Hydrogen fluoride will penetrate the
skin and attack the underlying tissue and bone. Thallium maybe fatal if absorbed
through the skin in sufficient quantity.
Inhalation: May cause irritation. May cause severe irritation/burns to respiratory system and
difficulty in breathing.
Ingestion: May cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Ingestion of arsenic compounds may be
poisonous, leading to death. Animal studies indicate that prolonged ingestion of some
soluble nickel compounds may affect the blood, bone marrow, thymus, spleen,
kidneys, and immune system. Cadmium is a poison that accumulates in the liver and
kidneys.
Section 4. First Aid Measures
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Give artificial respiration if necessary. If breathing is difficult, give
oxygen.
Skin/eye Contact: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated
shoes and clothing. Rinse affected area with large amount of water followed by
washing the area with soap and water. Apply calcium gluconate gel, preferably
wearing gloves, until medical attention is available.
Ingestion: CALL A PHYSICIAN; If swallowed rinse mouth, do NOT induce vomiting, if
conscious give large quantities of water or milk.
Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
Fire & Explosion hazards: While nitric acid is not combustible, it is a strong oxidizing agent that
can react with combustible materials. NOx compounds can be released in event of fire.
Hydrofluoric acid may ignite or explode on contact with combustible materials.
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Extinguishing Media: Use any extinguishing media that is suitable for the surrounding area. Use a
water spray to dilute nitric acid and to absorb liberated nitrogen oxides.
Specific Methods: Firefighters should wear proper protective equipment and self-contained
breathing apparatus with full face piece operated in positive pressure mode.
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Ventilate area of leak or spill. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment as specified in
Section 8. Cover the spill with sodium bicarbonate or a soda ash-slaked lime mixture (50:50) to
neutralize the acid. Place the neutralized material into containers suitable for eventual disposal,
reclamation, or destruction. Always dispose of in accordance with local regulations.
Section 7. Handling and Storage
Store in a cool, dry, ventilated storage area with acid resistant floors and good drainage. Keep out
of direct sunlight and away from heat, water, and incompatible materials. When diluting, the acid
should always be added slowly to water and in small amounts. Refer to Section 8 for personal
handling instructions. Wash exposed skin area thoroughly after handling.
Section 8. Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
Engineering Controls: No specific controls are needed. Normal room ventilation is adequate.
Respiratory Protection: Normal room ventilation is adequate.
Personal Protection: Wear proper gloves, safety glasses with side shields, lab coat/apron.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Molecular Weight: N/A
Boiling Point: Approximately 100掳C
Freezing Point: N/A
Vapor Pressure (mm): N/A
Vapor Density (air+1): N/A
Specific Gravity (H2O = 1): Approximately 1
Solubility in H2O: Complete
Appearance: Light gray liquid
Odor: Odorless to a faint pungent odor
pH: <1
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability Indicator: YES
Conditions to Avoid: Metals, chlorine, organic materials, strong alkali, cyanides.
Incompatibles: Strong reducing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: HF and NOx compounds including nitric oxide (NO),
nitrogen dioxide (NO 2), nitrous oxide (N2O) and nitric acid mist or vapor.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
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Section 11. Toxicological Information
Toxicity Data:
May affect skin, mucous membranes and eyes. Swallowing may lead to a negative effect on
mouth and throat and to the risk of perforation or the corrosion of esophagus and stomach.
Beryllium, cadmium, and nickel are investigated as possible tumorigens.
HNO3- RTECS# QU5775000 HF- RTECS# MW7875000 Sb-RTECS# CC4025000
As-RTECS# CG0525000 Be4O(C2H3O2)6 鈥? DS2900000 CaCO3-RTECS# FF9335000
Cd-RTECS# EU9800000 Cr-RTECS# GB4200000 Co-RTECS# GF8750000
Cu-RTECS# GL5325000 Pb-RTECS# OF7525000 Mn-RTECS# OO9275000
Mo-RTECS# QA4680000 Ni-RTECS# QR5950000 Se-RTECS# VS7800000
Tl-RTECS# XG3425000 V-RTECS# YW0875000 Zn-RTECS# ZG8600000
LDLO Oral, Human: (Nitric Acid) 430 mg/kg; LCLO Inhalation, Human: (Hydrofluoric Acid) 50
mg/kg/30 min; LD50 Oral, Rat: (Antimony) 7g/kg; LD50, Oral, Rat: (Arsenic) 763 mg/kg; TDLO
Intratracheal, Rat: (Be4O(C2H3O2)6) 13 mg/kg; LDLO Oral, Human: (Cadmium) 2330 mg/kg; LD50
Unreported Route, Rat: (Chromium) 27.5 mg/kg; LDLO Oral, Rabbit: (Cobalt) 750 mg/kg; TDLO
Oral, Human: (Copper) 120 碌g/kg; TD50 Oral, Woman: (Lead) 450 mg/kg/6 year; LD50 Oral, Rat:
(Manganese) 9 g/kg; LD50, Intravenous; TDLO Oral, Mouse: (Molybdenum) 448 mg/kg
(multigenerations); Mouse: (Nickel) 50 mg/kg; LD50, Oral, Rat: (Selenium) 6700 mg/kg; TDLO
Oral, Man: (Thallium) 5,714 碌g/kg; LD50 Oral, Rat: (NH4VO3) 58,100 碌g/kg; LDLO Oral, Duck:
(Zinc) 388 mg/kg.
Section 12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicological information: Do not allow material to reach ground water, water bodies, or
sewage system. Beryllium and its compounds are considered to have high acute and
chronic toxicity to aquatic life. Beryllium is more toxic in soft water than in hard
water.
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Follow federal, state and local regulations for waste.
Section 14. Transport Information
D.O.T. Classification: Hazardous by IATA regulations (based on concentration of acid).
D.O.T. Shipping Name: Corrosive liquid, Acidic, Inorganic, n.o.s. (Nitric Acid)
D.O.T. Hazard Class: 8
U.N./N.A. Number: 3264
Packing Group: III
D.O.T. Label: Corrosive (8)
Section 15. Regulations (Not meant to be all inclusive-selected regulation listed)
TSCA Status: Components of this solution are listed on the TSCA Inventory.
RCRA Status: 7664-39-3 (Hydrofluoric Acid); 7803-55-6 (Ammonium Metavanadate)
SARA: Subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 or SARA Title III and of 40 CFR
372
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Risk Phrases: R20/21/22, R45, R48 Harmful by inhalation or skin contact; May cause cancer;
Danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure.
Safety Phrases: S24, S25, S36/37/39, S53 Avoid contact with the skin. Avoid contact with eyes.
Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection; Avoid exposure-
obtain special instruction before use.
WHMIS Information (Canada): E: Corrosive
Section 16. Other Information
HPS products are intended for laboratory use only. All products should be handled and used by
trained professional personnel only. The responsibility for the safe handling and use of these
products rest solely with the buyer and/or user. The MSDS was prepared carefully and represents
the best data currently available to us; however, HPS does not certify the data on the MSDS.
Certified values for this material are given only on the Certificate of Analysis.
Theodore C. Rains, Ph.D.
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