MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET SILVER, METAL
PRODUCT CODE NUMBER(S): 7010-1
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
Chemical Name and Synonyms: Silver, metal Flammability: Not combustible as solid. Fine dust dis-
persed in air in the presence of an ignition source may ignite
Chemical Family: Metal
or explode.
Chemical Formula: Ag
Extinguishing Media: Use extinguisher appropriate to the
Product Use: Laboratory reagent surrounding fire conditions. Fight fire from upwind, from a
Manufacturer鈥檚 Name and Address: safe distance.FIrefighters should wear protective equipment
and clothing sufficient to prevent inhalation of fumes and
Caledon Laboratories Ltd.
contact with skin and eyes (full face-piece, positive pressure
40 Armstrong Avenue
self-contained breathing apparatus).
Georgetown, Ontario L7G 4R9
Flash Point (Method Used): Not applicable
Telephone No: (905) 877-0101
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable
Fax No: (905) 877-6666
Upper Flammable Limit (% by volume): Not applicable
Emergency Telephone No: CANUTEC (613) 996-6666
Lower Flammable Limit (% by volume): Not applicable
HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS OF MATERIALS Hazardous Combustion Products: Emits toxic fumes un-
der fire conditions
Ingredients % TLV Units CAS No. Sensitivity to Impact: None idenitifed
Sensitivity to Static discharge: Mixtures of fine dust with
3
Silver >99 0.1 mg/m 7440-22-4
air may be sensitive under certain conditions, when ignited
by an electrostatic or other high-voltage spark, or other igni-
PHYSICAL DATA
tion source.
Physical State: Solid
TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES AND HEALTH DATA
Odour and Appearance: Lustrous, ductile white metal,
odourless.
Toxicological Data:
Odour Threshold (ppm): Not applicable
LD50: Not available
Vapour Pressure (mm Hg): Not available
LC50: Not available
Vapour Density (Air = 1): Not applicable
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Effects of Acute Exposure to Product:
Boiling Point (degrees C): 2212掳C
Inhaled: Dust or fume may cause irritation to the respira-
Melting Point (degrees C): 960.5掳C
tory tract, causing coughing, shortness of breath, chest pain.
pH: Not applicable
In contact with skin: Dust may cause mechanical irritation
Specific Gravity: 10.49 @ 20掳C
on contact.
Coefficient of Water/Oil distribution: Not available In contact with eyes: Dust or fume may cause irritation to
the eyes, causing redness, tearing.
SHIPPING DESCRIPTION Ingested: Not generally considered toxic, but large
amounts may cause gastrointestinal disturbances due to lo-
UN: Not regulated
cal irritation.
T.D.G. Class: Not regulated
Pkg. Group: Not regulated Effects of Chronic Exposure to Product:
Argyria, a blue-gray discolouration of the skin, mucous
REACTIVITY DATA
membranes and eyes, may result from prolonged inhalation,
Chemical Stability: Stable. Oxidizes in air from ingestion, or locally from repeated handling.
Incompatibility with other substances: Strong acids, Carcinogenicity: Not listed as carcinogenic by OSHA,
strong bases, oxygen, acetylene, ammonia, hydrogen perox- NTP, IARC.
ide, oxalic and tartaric acids, bromoazide. Releases toxic Teratogenicity: No information available
gas on contact with nitric acid.
Reproductive Effects: No information available
Reactivity: Avoid excessive heat, erxposure to air, genera-
Mutagenicity: No information available
tion of dust, all incompatible materials.
Synergistic Products: None known
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Toxic gases ( in
contact with nitric acid); silver oxide (above melting point).
MSDS SILVER, METAL
CODE: 7010-1
PREVENTIVE MEASURES REFERENCES USED
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation recom- CCINFO disc: Cheminfo, MSDS鈥檚
mended Sax: Dangerous Properties of Industrial Materials, 5th ed.,
Respiratory Protection: Dust mask. Up to 0.25 mg/m3: 1979
NIOSH approved continuous-flow supplied-air respiratorwith
Suppliers鈥? Material Safety Data Sheets
high efficiency particulate filter. Up to 0.5 mg/m3: full
facepiece, powered air-purifying respirator with high effi-
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
ciency particulate filter. Up to 10 mg/m3: positive-pressure,
full facepiece, supplied-air respirator. For higher or un- Date Issued: July 22, 1991
known concentrations, or where fumes maa be present,
Revision: February 2008
positive-pressure, full face-piece self-contained breathing
MSDS: 7010-1
apparatus.
Proposed WHMIS Designation: Not controlled. Not re-
Eye Protection: Chemical safety glasses.
quired to be updated every three years (WHMIS 1992, B-40,
Skin Protection: Protective gloves. Other protective cloth-
Section 29,2)
ing, sleeves, lab coat, apron, as required to limit contact.
Other Personal Protective Equipment: Safety shower
Prepared by: Caledon Laboratories Ltd. (905) 877-0101
and eye-wash fountain in work area.
Caledon Laboratories Ltd. believes the information contained
Leak and Spill Procedure: If dust is present, ventilate
herein is reliable and accurate. Caledon makes no warranty
area of spill. Cleanup personnel must be thoroughly trained
with respect thereto and expressly disclaims all liability for reli-
in the handling of hazardous materials, and must wear pro-
ance thereon. Such information is solely for your consider-
tective equipment and clothing sufficient to prevent
inhalation of dust or fumes, and contact with skin and eyes. ation, investigation, and verification.
Gather up in a manner that does not raise dust, and place
in suitable containers for reclamation or disposal. Wash the
site thoroughly with water and detergent.
Waste Disposal: Follow all federal, provincial and local
regulations for disposal.
Handling Procedures and Equipment: Workers using this
chemical must be properly trained in its hazards and its safe
use, and must wear appropriate protective equipment and
clothing. Avoid generating dust. Use the smallest amount
possible for the purpose, in a designated area with adequate
ventilation. Use good housekeeping to prevent accumula-
tions of dust. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid
inhalation. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Storage Requirements: Store in suitable, labelled contain-
ers, in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, out of direct sunlight,
and away from incompatible materials. Keep containers
tightly closed.
FIRST AID MEASURES
Specific Measures:
Eyes: Flush eyes thoroughly with gently running water,
holding eyelids open while flushing, for five to ten (5-10)
minutes, or until no trace of chemical remains. Get medical
advice if irritation develops.
Skin: Remove contaminated clothing. Brush or wipe off dry
material. Wash skin with plenty of water until no evidence of
chemical remains. If irritation develops get medical atten-
tion.
Inhalation: Move victim to fresh air. Give oxygen and get
medical attention for breathing difficulty.
Ingestion: Not a normal route of exposure. If you should
happen to ingest this substance, drink 2-4 glasses of water
and get medical attention.
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