SECTION V HEALTH HAZARD DATA
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET FF 100
Threshold Limited Value None established for this material. 1 mg/m3 as iron (ACGIH 1980) LD orally in
ALDON rats: 900 mg/Kg. 2mg (Fe)/m3 (STEL); OSHA (PEL) 1mg (Fe)/m 3 ppm (TWA).
1533 W.Henrietta Rd.
FF 100
Avon, New York 14414 MSDS No.
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CORPORATION June 16, 1995
Effective Date
(716) 226-6177
Effects of Overexposure
INHALATION: Dust may cause upper respiratory tract irritation. EYES:
Causes irritation and/or burns. SKIN: Causes irritation. Prolonged contact
SECTION I NAME 24 HOUR EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE
may result in burns. INGESTION: Harmful if swallowed.
Product FERRIC CHLORIDE, ANHYDROUS
CHEMTREC 2
Health
800-424-9300
Chemical
Emergency and
Iron Chloride, Anhydrous
Synonyms INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If symptoms of illness develop, get
0
Fire
Day 716-226-6177
First Aid Procedures medical attention. EYES: Flush thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes,
FeCl
Formula 1
Reactivity
3 lifting upper and lower eyelids occasionally. Get immediate medical attention.
NFPA
SKIN: Flush thoroughly with water, then wash with mild soap and water.
HAZARD RATING HMIS *
Unit Size up to 2.5 Kg.
INGESTION: If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious, give one or
LEAST SLIGHT MODERATE HIGH EXTREME
two glasses of water to drink, then egg whites. Get immediate medical
0 1 2 3 4
C.A.S. No. 7705-08-0
attention. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
SECTION II INGREDIENTS OF MIXTURES
SECTION VI REACTIVITY DATA
Principal Component(s) % TLV Units
Conditions to Avoid
Stability Unstable Moisture-very hygroscopic.
Ferric Chloride, Anhydrous. 100% See Section V.
Stable X
Incompatibility
Strong reducing agents. Metals, allyl chloride, sodium potassium.
(Materials to Avoid)
DANGER! CORROSIVE! CAUSES SEVERE BURNS.
Hazardous Produces Hydrochloric acid fumes on exposure to moisture or light.
HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED. (Very Hygroscopic).
Chlorine gas and/or hydrogen chloride at high temperatures.
Decomposition Products
SECTION III PHYSICAL DATA
Conditions to Avoid
Hazardous Polymerization
Specific Gravity (H2O = 1)
Melting Point (掳F) Decomp. 306掳C (583掳F). 2.804 at 11掳C.
May Occur Will Not Occur Not applicable.
Percent Volatile
Boiling Point (掳F) 319.0掳C (599掳F). Non-volatile (NA). X
by Volume (%)
Evaporation Rate
SECTION VII SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg) 1 mm @ 194.0掳C. Non-volatile (NA).
=1)
(
Steps to be taken in case
Vapor Density (Air=1) Data not listed. Recover for use if not contaminated. Wearing proper safety
material is released or spilled equipment and good ventilation. Sweep up and place in a
Solubility in Water Readily soluble in water. 80 grams per 100 mls at 20掳C (68掳F).
suitable container. Wash spill area with soap and water.
Appearance & Odor Black crystalline powder; irritating Hydrochloric acid odor in moist air.
Discharge, treatment, or disposal may be subject to Federal, State or Local laws.
Waste Disposal Method
SECTION IV FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA These disposal guidelines are intended for the disposal of catalog-size quantities only.
Lower
Flammable Limits in Air Upper
Flash Point
Dissolve in water, neutralize with Sodium Bicarbonate and flush to sewer with
% by Volume
Non-combustible (NA). NA ------- -------
(Method Used)
copious amounts of water.
Extinguisher
Use any media suitable for extinguishing supporting fire. SECTION VIII SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Media
None should be needed in normal laboratory handling. Work in a fume hood if fumes of
Respiration Protection
Hydrochloric acid are present or wear a NIOSH approved respirator.
(Specify Type)
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING
Recommended. No.
Local Exhaust Special
PROCEDURES Ventilation Recommended. No.
Mechanical (General) Other
In fire conditions, wear a NIOSH-approved self-contained breathing apparatus
Protective Gloves Eye Protection
Rubber. Chemical safety glasses.
and full protective clothing.
Other Protective
Smock, apron, eye wash station, goggles, proper gloves, ventilation hood.
Equipment
SECTION IX SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
(1993 EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDEBOOK, DOT P 5800.6, GUIDE PAGE NO. 60)
Precautions to be Taken
UNUSUAL FIRE AND Isolate from oxidizing materials. Store in a cool, dry place and
in Handling & Storing
protect from light and moisture. Wash thoroughly after handling.
EXPLOSION HAZARDS Keep container tightly closed when not in use.
Read label on container before using. Do not wear contact lenses when working with chemicals.
Other Precautions
Dissociates at high temperatures to form Ferrous Chloride and toxic and
Avoid contact with skin, eyes and mucous membranes. Avoid
corrosive chlorine gas. Liberates hydrochloric acid fumes when damp.
breathing dust. Remove and wash contaminated clothing.
Highly deliquescent.
For laboratory use only. Not for drug, food or household use. Keep out of reach of children.
Chemical Safety
Approved
Revision Date
No. 4 6/16/95 Michael Raszeja MR
Coordinator
D.O.T. FERRIC CHLORIDE, ANHYDROUS, 8, UN 1773, PG III The information contained herein is furnished without warranty of any kind. Employers should use this information only as a supplement to other information
gathered by them and must make independent determinations of suitability and completeness of information from all sources to assure proper use of these
Approved by U.S. Department of Labor "essentially similar" to form OSHA-20 materials and the safety and health of employees. * Hazardous Materials Industrial Standards. Printed on recycled paper.
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