MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
REAGENTS, INC. CHEM-TREC EMERGENCY NUMBER
704/554-7474 1/800/424-9300
P.O. BOX 240746 DATE PREPARED
CHARLOTTE, NC 28224 March 23, 1999
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SECTION I - GENERAL INFORMATION
Chemical Name: Oxalic Acid, 0.1 Normal Solution
Catalog Number: O-1000
Formula: C2H2O4 in Deionized Water.
DOT Shipping Information: Not regulated.
SECTION II - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
Hazardous Component/C.A.S. No. OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV %
Oxalic Acid(CAS 144-62-7) None established
<1%(w/v)
Remainder Deionized Water
SECTION III - PHYSICAL DATA
Boiling Point(oC at 760 mm Hg): Approx. 100oC
Melting Point(oC): Approx. 0oC
Specific Gravity: 1.0
Vapor Pressure(mm Hg): No information found for mixture.
Vapor density(Air=1): No information found for mixture.
Evaporation Rate(n-BuAc=1): 0.3(Water)
Solubility in Water: Complete.
Appearance and Odor: Clear, colorless, odorless liquid.
SECTION IV - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash Point: Not flammable.
Flammable Limits: N/A LEL % -- UEL% --
Extinguishing Media: Use any means suitable for
extinguishing surrounding fire.
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Fire and Explosion Hazards: Not considered to be a fire or
explosion hazard.
Special Information: In the event of a fire, wear full
protective clothing and NIOSH-approved self-contained
breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated in the
pressure demand or other positive pressure mode.
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SECTION V - REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Unstable: Stable: X
Conditions to Avoid: Stable under ordinary conditions of use
and storage.
Incompatibility(Materials to avoid): No information found.
Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts: No hazardous
decomposition products expected.
Hazardous Polymerization: May Occur Will Not Occur X
Conditions to Avoid: N/A
SECTION VI - HEALTH HAZARD DATA(ACUTE AND CHRONIC)
Routes of Entry: Inhalation-x Skin-x Ingestion-x
Health Hazards(Acute and Chronic):
Inhalation: No adverse effects expected.
Ingestion: Large doses may cause gastro-intestinal upset.
Skin Contact: No adverse effects expected.
Eye Contact: No adverse effects expected.
Chronic Exposure: No information found.
Carcinogenicity: NTP-no IARC Monographs-no OSHA-no
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure:
No information found.
Emergency and First Aid Procedures:
Inhalation: Not expected to require first aid measures.
Ingestion: If large amounts were swallowed, give water to
drink and get medical advice.
Skin Exposure: Wash exposed skin with soap and water. Get
medical advice if irritation develops.
Eye Exposure: Wash eyes with plenty of water for at least
15 minutes lifting upper and lower eyelids occasionally. Get
medical attention if irritation develops.
SECTION VII - PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE
Steps to Be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled:
Absorb liquid with dry absorbent. Containerize material for
disposal in an approved waste facility.
Waste Disposal Method: Ensure compliance with local, state
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and federal regulations.
Precautions to Be Taken in Handling and Storing: Protect
against physical damage. Store in a cool, dry well-
ventilated area. Protect from freezing.
Other Precautions: To be used by qualified personnel only.
SECTION VIII - SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Respiratory Protection(Specify Type): NIOSH-approved if mist
is generated.
Ventilation: Not expected to require mechanical ventilation.
Eye Protection: Use chemical safety goggles. Contact lenses
should not be worn when working with this or any chemical.
Maintain eye wash and quick-drench facilities in work area.
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment: Wear clean body-
covering clothing including gloves to minimize skin
exposure.
Work/Hygienic Practices: Do not eat, drink or smoke in area
of use. Clean up spills promptly. Wash thoroughly after
handling.
DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY
The information in this MSDS was obtained from sources which
we believe are reliable. HOWEVER, THE INFORMATION IS
PROVIDED WITHOUT REPRESENTATION OF WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, REGARDING ITS ACCURACY OR CORRECTNESS.
The conditions or methods of handling, storage use and
disposal of this product are beyond our control and may be
beyond our knowledge. FOR THIS AND OTHER REASONS, WE DO NOT
ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY, DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, AND EXPRESSLY
DISCLAIM LIABILITY OR LOSS, DAMAGE OR EXPENSE ARISING OUT OF
OR IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH THE HANDLING, STORAGE, USE OR
DISPOSAL OF THE PRODUCT OR THE INFORMATION FURNISHED
THEREWITH.
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