Material Safety Data Sheet
Section 1. Product and Company Identification
Product Identification: 1000 mg/mL Zirconium in 0.5% HNO3
MSDS Number: 100069-1
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
5 mg/m3 5 mg/m3
Zirconyl Nitrate 14985-18-3 0.1 (as Zr)
(ZrO(NO3)2)
5 mg/m3
Nitric Acid 7697-37-2/231- 0.5 2 mg/kg
714-2
Water, deionized 7732-18-5/231- Balance Not Available Not Available
791-2
Section 3. Hazard Identification
Emergency Overview: Mildly corrosive. 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.
Target Organs: Eyes, skin, respiratory system, teeth.
Skin/eye Contact: Liquid may cause burns to skin and eyes. The signs and symptoms of chronic
exposure to zirconium may include the development of pulmonary granulomas.
Inhalation: May cause irritation.
Ingestion: May cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
Section 4. First Aid Measures
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Give artificial respiration if necessary. If breathing is difficult, give
oxygen.
Skin/eye Contact: Remove contaminated shoes and clothing. Flush contaminated area with
plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Call a physician if irritation develops.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water. If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting, if conscious give
large quantities of water or milk. CALL A PHYSICIAN.
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.
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.
Date: April 19, 2006
Material Safety Data Sheet No. 100069-1
1000 碌g/mL Zirconium in 0.5%HNO3 Revision: 001 Page 2 of 3
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
Form: Liquid
Molecular Weight: 91.224g/mol (Zr)
Boiling Point: ~100掳C
Freezing Point: N/A
Vapor Pressure (mm): N/A
Vapor Density (air+1): N/A
Specific Gravity (H2O = 1): Approximately 1.0
Solubility in H2O: Complete
Danger of Explosion: Not Explosive
Self-ignitability: Not self igniting
Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid
Odor: Odorless to a faint pungent odor
pH: 1-2
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: NOx compounds including nitric oxide (NO), nitrogen
dioxide (NO2), nitrous oxide (N2O) and nitric acid mist or vapor.
Hazardous Polymerization: Does not polymerize
Date: April 19, 2006
Material Safety Data Sheet No. 100069-1
1000 碌g/mL Zirconium in 0.5%HNO3 Revision: 001 Page 3 of 3
Section 11. Toxicological Information
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.
Toxicity Data:
HNO3- RTECS# QU5775000 ZrO(NO3)2 RTECS# ZH7140000
LDLO Oral, Human: (Nitric Acid) 430 mg/kg.
Section 12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicological information: Do not allow material to reach ground water, water bodies, or
sewage system.
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
General: Follow federal, state and local regulations for waste.
Section 14. Transport Information
D.O.T. Classification: Not Hazardous by DOT regulations (based on concentration of acid).
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: No
SARA: Subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of SARA Title III and of 40 CFR
372
Risk Phrases: R20/21/22, Harmful by inhalation, skin contact, or if swallowed.
Safety Phrases: S24, S25, S36/37/39 Avoid contact with the skin. Avoid contact with eyes. Wear
suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection
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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