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Material Safety Data Sheet
Acetylsalicylic acid
1: Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product Name: Acetylsalicylic acid Contact information:
Catalog Code: 714110 bioWORLD
4150 Tuller Rd
CAS#: 50-78-2 Suite 228, Dublin, OH 43017, USA
RTECS: VO0700000 For information, call: 614-792-8680
Fax Number: 614-792-8685
TSCA: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Acetylsalicylic acid Order Online:www.bio-world.com
CI#: Not available. E-mail : save@bio-world.com
Synonym: Aspirin; 2-(Acetyloxy)benzoic acid In Case of a chemical emergency, call CHEMTREC
(24 hours a day) at 1-800-424-9300
Chemical Name: Acetylsalicylic acid
For non-emergency assistance,call: 1-800-860-9729
Chemical Formula: C9H8O4
2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Composition:
Name CAS# % by Weight
Acetylsalicylic acid 50-78-2 100
Toxicological Data on Ingredients:
LD50 (Oral, Rat): 200 mg/kg.
3: Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects: Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant). Slightly hazardous in
case of skin contact (corrosive, permeator), of ingestion, of inhalation. Severe over-exposure can result in death.
Potential Chronic Health Effects:
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
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TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.
4: First Aid Measures
Eye Contact: Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at
least 15 minutes. Cold water may be used. WARM water MUST be used. Get medical attention.
Skin Contact: In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing
contaminated clothing and shoes. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Wash clothing and shoes before reuse. Get
medical aid.
Serious Skin Contact: Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek
immediate medical attention.
Inhalation: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get
medical attention
Serious Inhalation: Evacuate the victim to a safe area as soon as possible. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt
or waistband. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.
Seek medical aid.
Ingestion: If swallowed, do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by
mouth to an unconscious person. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Get medical attention
immediately.
Serious Ingestion: Not available.
5: Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability of the Product: May be combustible at high temperature
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Points: Not available.
Flammable Limits: Not available.
Product of Combustion: These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2).
Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Not available.
Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
Fire Fighting Media and Instructions:
SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder
LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.
Special Remarks on Fire Hazards: Not available.
Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards: Not available.
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6: Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill: Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container.
Large Spill: Poisonous solid. Stop leak if without risk. Do not get water inside container. Do not touch spilled material. Use
water spray to reduce vapors. Prevent entry into sewers, basements or confined areas; dike if needed. Eliminate all ignition
sources. Call for assistance on disposal.
7: Handling and Storage
Precautions: Keep locked up. Keep container dry. Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Empty
containers pose a fire risk, evaporate the residue under a fume hood. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not
ingest. Do not breathe dust. Never add water to this product. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the
container or the label. Avoid contact with skin and eyes
Storage: Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls: Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne
levels below recommended exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure
to airborne contaminants below the exposure limit.
Personal Protection: Splash goggles. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or
equivalent. Gloves
Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill: Splash goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained
breathing apparatus should be used to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient;
consult a specialist BEFORE handling this product
Exposure Limits: Not available.
9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State and Appearance: Solid.
Odor: Not available.
Taste: Not available.
Molecular Weight: 180.15 g/mole
Color: Not available.
pH(1% soln/water): Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Melting Point: 139掳C (282.2掳F)
Critical Temperature: Not available.
Specific Gravity: 1.35 (Water = 1)
Vapour Pressure: Not available.
Vapor Density: Not available.
Volatility: Not available.
Odor Threshold: Not available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff: Not available.
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Ionicity (in Water): Not available.
Dispersion Properties: Not available.
Solubility: Very slightly soluble in cold water
10: Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability: Stable
Instability Temperature: Not available.
Conditions of Instability: Not available.
Incompatibility with various substances: Not available.
Corrosivity: Not available.
Special Remarks on Reactivity: Not available.
Special Remarks on Corrosivity: Not available.
Polymerization: Will not occur.
11:Toxicological Information
Routes of Entry: : Eye contact
Toxicity to Animals:
LD50 (Oral, Rat): 200 mg/kg.
Chronic Effects on Humans: Causes damage to the following organs: blood, lungs, mucous membranes
Other Toxic Effects on Humans: Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant). Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact
(corrosive, permeator), of ingestion, of inhalation.
Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not available.
Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans: Embryotoxic and/or foetotoxic in animal. Excreted in maternal milk in
human.
Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans: Not available.
12: Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity: Not available.
BOD5 and COD: Not available.
Product of Biodegradation: Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term
degradation products may arise
Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: The products of degradation are less toxic than the product itself.
Special Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not available.
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13: Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal: Waste must be disposed of according to federal, state and local environmental regulations.
14: Transport Information
DOT Classification: CLASS: 6.1
Identification: Toxic solid
UNNA: UN2811
PG: III
Special Provisions for Transport: Not available.
15: Other Regulatory Information
Federal and State Regulations: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Acetylsalicylic acid
Other Regulations: OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
Other Classifications:
WHMIS(Canada): CLASS D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (VERY TOXIC).
DSCL(EEC): R25- Toxic if swallowed. R36/38- Irritating to eyes and skin.
HMIS(U.S.A):
Health Hazard: 2
Fire Hazard: 1
Reactivity: 0
Personal Protection: E
National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A):
Health: 2
Flammability: 1
Reactivity: 0
Specific hazard:
Protective Equipment: Gloves. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Splash goggles.
16: Other Information
References: Not available.
Other Special Considerations: Not available.
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Created: 22/07/2006 12:55:31 PM
Last Updated: 22/07/2006 1:08:02 PM
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