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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: 06/01/05 (2946-2)
Fax (540) 788-4856 E-mail technical@chemetrics.com Revision Date: 12/14/06
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
I. CHEMICAL IDENTIFICATION VI. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
TRADE NAMES: IRON Vacu-vials庐 and Activator Solution Take up with absorbent material. Place in small containers for disposal.
VII. HANDLING AND STORAGE
KIT CATALOG NOS.: K-6003 and K-6013
COMPONENT CATALOG NO.: A-6000 Always wear eye protection when working with these ampoules.
WARNING: Do not break the tip of the ampoule unless it is completely
DESCRIPTION: Reagent ampoules and accessory solution for the determina- immersed in your sample. Breaking the tip in the air may cause the glass
tion of iron in water. Each K-6003 Vacu-vial鈩? contains approximately 2 mL ampoule to shatter.
of liquid reagent sealed under vacuum. Each K-6013 Vacu-vial鈩? contains If this product is used as directed, the user will not come in contact with or be
approximately 4.5 mL of liquid reagent sealed under vacuum. The bottle of exposed to any of its chemical components.
activator solution contains approximately 10 mL of accessory solution. Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid contact with eyes.
Fragile. Liquid in glass. Handle with care.
In the Vacu-vials庐: Exposure of this product to temperatures up to 120EF (49EC) or even below
NFPA RATINGS: HEALTH: 1 FLAMMABILITY: 0 REACTIVITY: 0 32EF (0EC) will not create a safety hazard. For optimum analytical accuracy,
the product should be stored in the dark and at room temperature.
In the Activator Solution:
VIII. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
NFPA RATINGS: HEALTH: 3 FLAMMABILITY: 0 REACTIVITY: 1
II. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ACGIH TLV: 10 ppm TWA Glacial Acetic Acid, 200 ppm TWA Isopropyl
Alcohol, 25 ppm TWA Ammonia, 1 ppm TWA Thioglycolic Acid (skin)
In the Vacu-vials庐: OSHA PEL: 10 ppm TWA Glacial Acetic Acid, 400 ppm TWA Isopropyl
COMPONENT: 1,10-Phenanthroline, Monohydrate Alcohol, 50 ppm TWA Ammonia
CAS NO.: 5144-89-8 PERCENT: < 0.5 PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Safety glasses, protective gloves
IX. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
COMPONENT: Isopropyl Alcohol
CAS NO.: 67-63-0 PERCENT: < 0.5
In the Vacu-vials庐:
COMPONENT: Hydroxylamine Hydrochloride STATE: Liquid APPEARANCE: Colorless ODOR: Mild vinegar-like
CAS NO.: 5470-11-1 PERCENT: 0.5 SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Miscible pH: 4.2
BOILING POINT: 115EC MELTING POINT: -15EC
COMPONENT: Ammonium Hydroxide VAPOR PRESSURE: N/A SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 1.0
CAS NO.: 1336-21-6 PERCENT: < 4.0 VAPOR DENSITY: N/A
COMPONENT: Acetic Acid, Glacial In the Activator Solution:
CAS NO.: 64-19-7 PERCENT: < 15.0 STATE: Liquid APPEARANCE: Colorless ODOR: Strong, unpleasant
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Miscible pH: 4 - 5
COMPONENT: Deionized Water BOILING POINT: 96EC MELTING POINT: -16.5EC
CAS NO.: 7732-18-5 PERCENT: > 79.5 VAPOR PRESSURE: Not determined SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 1.2
VAPOR DENSITY: Not determined
In the Activator Solution:
X. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
COMPONENT: Deionized Water
CAS NO.: 7732-18-5 PERCENT: > 13.0
INCOMPATIBILITIES: Oxidizing materials, metals, strong acids or bases
COMPONENT: Ammonium Hydroxide HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: When heated to decomposi-
CAS NO.: 1336-21-6 PERCENT: < 23.0 tion, hydrogen sulfide, ammonia and oxides of carbon, nitrogen, and sulfur
may be emitted.
COMPONENT: Thioglycolic Acid Stable under normal conditions.
CAS NO.: 68-11-1 PERCENT: < 64.0
XI. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
III. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
CARCINOGENIC STATUS: Isopropyl alcohol: IARC - Group 3, not classifiable
Toxic! Corrosive! Causes burns. as to its carcinogenicity to humans.
ACUTE TOXICITY: Irritation, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness No other data available at this time.
CHRONIC TOXICITY: Irritation, dermatitis, methemoglobinemia, cyanosis,
XII. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
liver and kidney damage
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE: Eye, skin and
respiratory disorders Hydroxylamine Hydrochloride may be harmful to aquatic organisms. Acetic
acid has high BOD which may cause oxygen depletion in aquatic systems and
IV. FIRST AID MEASURES is expected to biodegrade rapidly. Ammonium hydroxide is very toxic to
aquatic life.
EYE AND SKIN CONTACT: Immediately flush eyes and skin with water for No other data available at this time.
15 minutes.
XIII. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
INGESTION: If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Seek medical
attention. Dispose of in a manner consistent with Federal, State, and Local Regulations.
INHALATION: Remove individual to fresh air.
XIV. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
V. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
U.S. DOT: 49 CFR, 173.4 Exceptions for Small Quantities
FLASH POINT: 125EC (closed cup) AUTOIGNITION POINT: 350EC IATA: Dangerous Goods in Excepted Quantities
FLAMMABILITY LIMITS: UPPER: Unknown LOWER: None to 5.9% Hazard Class: 8 ID: UN 1760 GROUP: II
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Water, dry chemical, carbon dioxide or foam
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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: 06/01/05 (2946-2)
Fax (540) 788-4856 E-mail technical@chemetrics.com Revision Date: 12/14/06
XV. REGULATORY INFORMATION
EUROPEAN INFORMATION:
EU Symbols: T - TOXIC, C - CORROSIVE, N - DANGEROUS FOR THE
ENVIRONMENT
Risk Phrases: Causes burns. Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin or if
swallowed. Very toxic to aquatic organisms.
Safety Phrases: Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wear suitable protective
clothing, gloves, and eye/face protection. In case of contact with skin or eyes,
rinse immediately and seek medical advice. In case of accident or if you feel
unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible).
Avoid release to the environment.
CANADIAN INFORMATION:
WHMIS Classification: D1A, D1B, D2A, E
All chemical components of this product are listed on Canada鈥檚 DSL or are
exempt.
U.S. INFORMATION:
OSHA: This product meets the criteria for a hazardous substance as defined
in the Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
SARA Section 313: This product contains isopropyl alcohol and ammonium
hydroxide which are subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of
SARA Title III.
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.
Vacu-vials庐 is a registered trademark of CHEMetrics, Inc.
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