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FERRIC OXIDE
1. Chemical Product And Company Identification
Company's Name: REAGENTS, INC.
Company's P. O. Box: 240746
Company's City: CHARLOTTE
Company's State: NC
Company's Country: US
Company's Zip Code: 28224
Company's Info Ph #: 704/554-7474, 800/732-8484
Date MSDS Prepared: April 8, 2003
Synonyms: Iron (III) Oxide; Red Iron Oxide; C.I. 77491; Iron Sesquioxide
CAS No.: 1309-37-1
Molecular Weight: 159.69
Chemical Formula: Fe2O3
Product Codes: 1-20500, 2-20500
2. Composition/Information on Ingredients
Ingredient CAS No Percent Hazardous
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Iron Oxide, Fe2O3 1309-37-1 98 - 100% Yes
3. Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview
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WARNING! HARMFUL IF INHALED. AFFECTS RESPIRATORY SYSTEM. MAY CAUSE
IRRITATION TO EYES AND RESPIRATORY TRACT.
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Health Rating: 1 - Slight
Flammability Rating: 0 - None
Reactivity Rating: 1 - Slight
Contact Rating: 1 - Slight
Lab Protective Equip: GOGGLES; LAB COAT
Storage Color Code: Green (General Storage)
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Potential Health Effects
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Inhalation: May cause irritation to the respiratory tract. Symptoms may include coughing and shortness
of breath.
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Ingestion: Extremely large oral dosages may produce gastrointestinal disturbances.
Skin Contact: No adverse effects expected.
Eye Contact: May cause mechanical irritation.
Chronic Exposure: Long-term inhalation exposure to iron has resulted in mottling of the lungs, a
condition referred to as siderosis. This is considered a benign pneumoconiosis and does not ordinarily
cause significant physiological impairment. Long-term eye exposures may stain the eyes and leave a
"rust ring".
Aggravation of Pre-existing Conditions:
Persons with impaired respiratory function may be more susceptible to the effects of the substance.
4. First Aid Measures
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Get medical attention for any breathing difficulty.
Ingestion: If large amounts were swallowed, give water to drink and get medical advice.
Skin Contact: Wash exposed area with soap and water. Get medical advice if irritation develops.
Eye Contact: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting upper and lower
eyelids occasionally. Get medical attention if irritation persists.
5. Fire Fighting Measures
Fire: Not expected to be a fire hazard.
Explosion: No information found.
Fire Extinguishing Media: Use any means suitable for extinguishing surrounding fire.
Special Information: In the event of a fire, wear full protective clothing and NIOSH-approved self-
contained breathing apparatus with full face-piece operated in the pressure demand or other positive
pressure mode.
6. Accidental Release Measures
Ventilate area of leak or spill. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment as specified in Section 8.
Spills: Pick up and place in a suitable container for reclamation or disposal, using a method that does
not generate dust.
7. Handling and Storage
Keep in a tightly closed container, stored in a cool, dry, ventilated area. Protect against physical
damage. Containers of this material may be hazardous when empty since they retain product residues
(dust, solids); observe all warnings and precautions listed for the product.
8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Airborne Exposure Limits:
- OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL) -
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Iron oxide fume: 10 mg/m 3
- ACGIH Threshold Limit Value (TLV) -
Iron oxide dust and fume (Fe2O3) as Fe: 5 mg/m 3 (TWA), inhalable particulate;
for particulate matter containing no asbestos and < 1% crystalline silica.
A4 - Not classifiable as
a human carcinogen.
Ventilation System: A system of local and/or general exhaust is recommended to keep employee
exposures below the Airborne Exposure Limits. Local exhaust ventilation is generally preferred because
it can control the emissions of the contaminant at its source, preventing dispersion of it into the general
work area. Please refer to the ACGIH document, Industrial Ventilation, A Manual of Recommended
Practices, most recent edition, for details.
Personal Respirators (NIOSH Approved): If the exposure limit is exceeded, a half-face dust/mist
respirator may be worn for up to ten times the exposure limit or the maximum use concentration
specified by the appropriate regulatory agency or respirator supplier, whichever is lowest. A full face-
piece dust/mist respirator may be worn up to 50 times the exposure limit, or the maximum use
concentration specified by the appropriate regulatory agency, or respirator supplier, whichever is
lowest. For emergencies or instances where the exposure levels are not known, use a full face-piece
positive-pressure, air-supplied respirator. WARNING: Air-purifying respirators do not protect workers
in oxygen-deficient atmospheres.
Skin Protection: Wear protective gloves and clean body-covering clothing.
Eye Protection: Use chemical safety goggles. Maintain eye wash fountain and quick-drench facilities in
work area.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance: Reddish-brown powder.
Odor: No information found.
Solubility: Negligible (< 0.1%)
Specific Gravity: 5.24
pH: No information found.
% Volatiles by volume @ 21oC (70oF): 0
Boiling Point: No information found.
Melting Point: 1565oC (2849oF)
Vapor Density (Air=1): Not applicable.
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): Not applicable.
Evaporation Rate (BuAc=1): No information found.
10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability: Stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: No information found.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Incompatibilities: Carbon monoxide, hydrazine, calcium hypochloride, performic acid, bromine
pentafluoride.
Conditions to Avoid: Incompatibles.
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11. Toxicological Information
No LD50/LC50 information found relating to normal routes of occupational exposure. Investigated as a
tumorigen.
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---NTP Carcinogen---
Ingredient Known Anticipated IARC Category
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Iron Oxide, Fe2O3 (1309-37-1) No No 3
12. Ecological Information
Environmental Fate: No information found.
Environmental Toxicity: No information found.
13. Disposal Considerations
Whatever cannot be saved for recovery or recycling should be managed in an appropriate and approved
waste disposal facility. Processing, use or contamination of this product may change the waste
management options. State and local disposal regulations may differ from federal disposal regulations.
Dispose of container and unused contents in accordance with federal, state and local requirements.
14. Transport Information
Not regulated.
15. Regulatory Information
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Ingredient TSCA EC Japan Australia
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Iron Oxide, Fe2O3 (1309-37-1) Yes Yes Yes Yes
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--Canada--
Ingredient Korea DSL NDSL Phil.
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Iron Oxide, Fe2O3 (1309-37-1) Yes Yes No Yes
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-SARA 302- ------SARA 313------
Ingredient RQ TPQ List Chemical Catg.
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Iron Oxide, Fe2O3 (1309-37-1) No No No No
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-RCRA- -TSCA-
Ingredient CERCLA 261.33 8(d)
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Iron Oxide, Fe2O3 (1309-37-1) No No No
Chemical Weapons Convention: No TSCA 12(b): No CDTA: No
SARA 311/312: Acute: Yes Chronic: Yes Fire: No Pressure: No
Reactivity: No (Pure / Solid)
Australian Hazchem Code: No information found.
Poison Schedule: No information found.
WHMIS: This MSDS has been prepared according to the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products
Regulations (CPR) and the MSDS contains all of the information required by the CPR.
16. Other Information
NFPA Ratings: Health: 1 Flammability: 0 Reactivity: 0
Label Hazard Warning:
WARNING! HARMFUL IF INHALED. AFFECTS RESPIRATORY SYSTEM. MAY CAUSE IRRITATION
TO EYES AND RESPIRATORY TRACT.
Label Precautions:
Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing.
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Avoid breathing dust.
Keep container closed.
Use only with adequate ventilation.
Label First Aid: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. Get medical attention for any breathing difficulty. In
case of eye contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical
attention if irritation develops or persists.
Product Use: Laboratory Reagent.
Disclaimer:
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Reagents, Inc. provides the information contained herein in good faith but makes no representation
as to its comprehensiveness or accuracy. This document is intended only as a guide to the
appropriate precautionary handling of the material by a properly trained person using this product.
Individuals receiving the information must exercise their independent judgment in determining its
appropriateness for a particular purpose. REAGENTS, INC. MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS
OR WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION
ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
WITH RESPECT TO THE INFORMATION SET FORTH HEREIN OR THE PRODUCT TO
WHICH THE INFORMATION REFERS. ACCORDINGLY, REAGENTS, INC. WILL NOT BE
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RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGES RESULTING FROM USE OF OR RELIANCE UPON THIS
INFORMATION.
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