SECTION V HEALTH HAZARD DATA
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET FF 115
Threshold Limited Value
ALDON TLV: 1 mg/m3 (as Iron). Toxicity data: Ferric Nitrate: orl-rat LD50:
1533 W.Henrietta Rd.
3250 mg/kg.
FF 115
Avon, New York 14414 MSDS No.
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CORPORATION September 26, 1995
Effective Date
(716) 226-6177
Effects of Overexposure Inhalation of dust or mists may be irritating to the respiratory tract. SKIN:
May cause irritation. EYES: May cause irritation, burns, conjunctivitis.
SECTION I NAME 24 HOUR EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE INGESTION: May cause excessive urination or bowel movement. Acid
nature of this salt may cause corrosive damage to gastrointestinal tract.
Product FERRIC NITRATE 0.02% AQUEOUS SOL'N.
CHEMTREC Health 1
800-424-9300
Chemical
Emergency and
Iron (III) Nitrate
Synonyms EYES: Flush thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes, lifting
0
Fire
Day 716-226-6177
First Aid Procedures upper and lower eyelids occasionally. Get immediate medical
Formula Mixture. See Section II. 0
Reactivity
NFPA attention. SKIN: Flush thoroughly with water, then wash with mild
HAZARD RATING HMIS * soap and water. INGESTION: If swallowed, if conscious, give two
Unit Size up to 4 Lt.
LEAST SLIGHT MODERATE HIGH EXTREME to four glasses of water or milk to drink. Induce vomiting and call
0 1 2 3 4
C.A.S. No. Mixture. See Section II. physician immediately. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. INHALATION AS MIST: Remove to fresh air.
SECTION II INGREDIENTS OF MIXTURES
SECTION VI REACTIVITY DATA
Principal Component(s) % TLV Units
Conditions to Avoid
Stability Unstable
Iron (III) Nitrate: (CAS No. 10421-48-4) 0.02% None established. Excessive temperature to cause evaporation.
Stable X
Water: (CAS No. 7732-18-5) 99.98% None established. Incompatibility
Oxidizable materials including sulfur, organic materials and Sodium hypophosphite.
(Materials to Avoid)
WARNING! MAY CAUSE IRRITATION TO SKIN
Hazardous
AND EYES. HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED. Thermal decomposition may produce oxides of Nitrogen.
Decomposition Products
SECTION III PHYSICAL DATA
Conditions to Avoid
Hazardous Polymerization
Specific Gravity (H2O = 1)
Melting Point (掳F) Freezes approx. 0掳C (32掳F) Approx. 1.0
May Occur Will Not Occur Not applicable.
Percent Volatile
Boiling Point (掳F) Approx. 100掳C (212掳F) 99.98%
by Volume (%) X
Evaporation Rate
SECTION VII SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg) 14 (water) Water Slightly <1.
=1)
(
Steps to be taken in case
Vapor Density (Air=1) 0.7 (water)
Absorb spill in vermiculite, sand, earth, paper towel and place
material is released or spilled
in a suitable container for proper disposal. Flush spill area
Solubility in Water Complete.
with soap and water.
Appearance & Odor Clear to slightly yellow liquid.
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
Dispose of in an approved chemical landfill or contract with a licensed
% by Volume
Not applicable. NA -------- --------
(Method Used)
waste disposal service.
Extinguisher
Use any media suitable for extinguishing supporting fire. SECTION VIII SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Media
None needed in normal laboratory handling. If misty conditions prevail, work in ventilation
Respiration Protection
hood or wear a NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator.
(Specify Type)
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING
Not required. No.
Local Exhaust Special
PROCEDURES Ventilation Not required. No.
Mechanical (General) Other
If involved in fire situation, wear a NIOSH/MSHA-approved
Protective Gloves Eye Protection
Rubber. Chemical safety glasses.
self-contained breathing apparatus. Use flooding amounts of
water in early stages of fire. Other Protective
Lab coat, apron, eye wash station, proper gloves.
Equipment
SECTION IX SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Precautions to be Taken
UNUSUAL FIRE AND Store in a cool, dry place.
in Handling & Storing
EXPLOSION HAZARDS Wash thoroughly after handling.
Keep container tightly closed when not in use.
In fire conditions resulting in the evaporation of the water of Read label on container before using. Do not wear contact lenses when working with chemicals.
Other Precautions
solution, Ferric Nitrate is an active oxidizing material. In
contact with easily oxidizable substances it may react rapidly Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Avoid breathing
enough to cause ignition, violent combustion or explosion. mist. Remove and wash contaminated clothing.
For laboratory use only. Not for drug, food or household use. Keep out of reach of children.
Chemical Safety
Approved
Revision Date
No. 2 9/26/95 Michael Raszeja MR
Coordinator
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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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