Material Safety Data Sheet
Material Name: ZINC ACETATE, DIHYDRATE, 27.5% SOLUTION MSDS ID: MRD-106
* * * Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification * * *
Chemical Name: Inorganic Salt Solution
Product Use: Various Industrial Applications
Manufacturer Information
Mineral Research and Development Phone: 800-454-4805
5910 Pharr Mill Road Fax: 704-455-6507
Harrisburg, NC 28075 Emergency # 1-800-424-9300
General Comments
NOTE: Emergency telephone numbers are to be used only in the event of chemical emergencies involving a spill,
leak, fire, exposure, or accident involving chemicals. All non-emergency questions should be directed to
customer service.
* * * Section 2 - Hazards Identification * * *
Emergency Overview
This product is a clear, colorless liquid. This product is irritating to the eyes and skin.
Potential Health Effects: Eyes
Contact with the eyes can cause slight irritation. Symptoms may include discomfort or pain and redness.
Potential Health Effects: Skin
This product is slightly irritating to the skin and other contaminated tissue. Depending on the duration of contact,
symptoms will include reddening, discomfort, irritation, and possible tissue damage. Prolonged and/or repeated
skin contact with this product may cause irritation/dermatitis. No components in this product are known to be
absorbed through the skin.
Potential Health Effects: Ingestion
If swallowed, this product can immediately cause slight irritation of the mouth, throat and digestive system.
Symptoms of overexposure may include nausea, abdominal pain, vomiting, and diarrhea. Ingestion of high levels
may produce kidney damage.
Potential Health Effects: Inhalation
Inhalation of vapors, mists, or sprays of this product may slightly irritate the nose, throat, and lungs. Symptoms
may include: sneezing, coughing and difficulty breathing. Most symptoms are alleviated, when the overexposure
ends.
HMIS Ratings: Health: 1 Fire: 0 Physical Hazard: 0 Pers. Prot.: Safety glasses, impervious gloves, protective clothing
Hazard Scale: 0 = Minimal 1 = Slight 2 = Moderate 3 = Serious 4 = Severe * = Chronic hazard
* * * Section 3 - Composition / Information on Ingredients * * *
CAS # Component Percent
7732-18-5 Water 55-90
5970-45-6 Zinc acetate dihydrate 27.5
Component Related Regulatory Information
This product may be regulated, have exposure limits or other information identified as the following: Zinc,
inorganic salts, Zinc compounds.
Component Information/Information on Non-Hazardous Components
This product is considered hazardous under 29 CFR 1910.1200 (Hazard Communication).
* * * Section 4 - First Aid Measures * * *
First Aid: Eyes
In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with large amounts of water, continuing to flush for 15 minutes. Have
contaminated individual "roll" their eyes. If irritation persists get medical attention.
First Aid: Skin
Immediately take off all contaminated clothing. For skin contact, flush with large amounts of water for 15 minutes.
If irritation persists, get medical attention.
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First Aid: Ingestion
Do not induce vomiting. Call a physician immediately.
First Aid: Inhalation
Move person to non-contaminated air. Call a physician if symptoms develop or persist.
First Aid: Notes to Physician
Provide general supportive measures and treat symptomatically.
* * * Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures * * *
General Fire Hazards
See Section 9 for Flammability Properties.
This product is an aqueous mixture, which will not burn.
Hazardous Combustion Products
Decomposition of this product may produce acrid vapors, zinc compounds, and oxides of carbon.
Extinguishing Media
Use any media suitable for the surrounding fires.
Fire Fighting Equipment/Instructions
Fire fighters should wear full-face, self contained breathing apparatus and impervious protective clothing. Fire
fighters should avoid inhaling any combustion products.
NFPA Ratings: Health: 1 Fire: 0 Reactivity: 0
Hazard Scale: 0 = Minimal 1 = Slight 2 = Moderate 3 = Serious 4 = Severe
* * * Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures * * *
Containment Procedures
Stop the flow of material, if this is without risk. Wear appropriate protective equipment and clothing during clean-
up. Contain the discharged material and dike the spilled material where possible. Prevent entry into sewers,
drains, underground or confined spaces, water intakes and waterways.
Clean-Up Procedures
Absorb spill with inert material. Shovel material into appropriate container for disposal.
Evacuation Procedures
Isolate area. Keep unnecessary personnel away.
Special Procedures
Follow all Local, State, Federal and Provincial regulations for disposal.
* * * Section 7 - Handling and Storage * * *
Handling Procedures
Do not get this material in your eyes, on your skin, or on your clothing. Avoid breathing vapors or mists of this
product. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or use tobacco products when handling this material.
Use this product with adequate ventilation. Launder work clothes frequently. See Section 8 for appropriate
protective clothing, equipment and air monitoring procedures.
Open containers slowly, on a stable surface. Containers of this product must be properly labeled. Empty
containers may contain residual liquid or vapors. Empty containers should be handled with care.
Storage Procedures
Store containers in a cool, dry location, away from direct sunlight, sources of intense heat, or where freezing is
possible. Store away from incompatible materials (see SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity). Material should be
stored in secondary containers, or in a diked area, as appropriate. Keep container tightly closed when not in use.
Inspect all incoming containers before storage, to ensure containers are properly labeled and not damaged.
* * * Section 8 - Exposure Controls / Personal Protection * * *
A: Component Exposure Limits
ACGIH, OSHA, NIOSH or the provinces of Canada have not developed exposure limits for any of this product's
components.
Engineering Controls
Provide adequate local exhaust ventilation to maintain worker exposure below exposure limits.
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Material Name: ZINC ACETATE, DIHYDRATE, 27.5% SOLUTION MSDS ID: MRD-106
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Personal Protective Equipment: Eyes/Face
Wear safety glasses; chemical goggles (if splashing is possible).
Personal Protective Equipment: Skin
Use impervious gloves. Use of an impervious apron is recommended.
Personal Protective Equipment: Respiratory
Respiratory protection; not normally required for ambient air concentrations not exceeding the Occupational
Exposure Limit. When respiratory protection is required, wear a NIOSH/MSHA approved self-contained breathing
apparatus with full facepiece operated in a positive-pressure mode.
Personal Protective Equipment: General
Eyewash fountains and emergency showers are required.
* * * Section 9 - Physical & Chemical Properties * * *
Appearance: Odor:
Colorless Slight vinegar odor
Physical State: pH:
Liquid 5.0-5.5
Vapor Pressure: Vapor Density:
Not applicable Not applicable
Boiling Point: Melting Point:
Not available Not applicable
Solubility (H2O): Specific Gravity:
Soluble 1.5 @ 15掳C (59掳F), water=1
Flash Point: Flash Point Method:
Not Flammable Not Applicable
Auto Ignition: LFL:
Not Available Not Applicable
UFL: Evaporation Rate:
Not Applicable Similar to water
* * * Section 10 - Chemical Stability & Reactivity Information * * *
Chemical Stability
Stable under normal conditions.
Chemical Stability: Conditions to Avoid
Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures and contact with incompatible chemicals.
Incompatibility
Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, zinc salts, acacia, alkalis, and their carbonates, oxalates, phosphates,
sulfides, lime water.
Hazardous Decomposition
Zinc compounds, carbon oxides
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions
Will not occur.
* * * Section 11 - Toxicological Information * * *
Acute Dose Effects
A: General Product Information
This product is slightly irritating to eyes, skin, and mucous membranes.
B: Component Analysis - LD50/LC50
Water (7732-18-5)
Oral LD50 Rat: >90 mL/kg
Acetate, zinc, dihydrate (5970-45-6)
Oral LD50 Rat: 794 mg/kg
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Carcinogenicity
A: General Product Information
No carcinogenicity data available for this product.
B: Component Carcinogenicity
None of this product's components are listed by ACGIH, IARC, OSHA, NIOSH, or NTP.
Mutagenicity
This product is not reported to produce mutagenic effects in humans.
Teratogenicity
This product is not reported to cause teratogenic effects in humans.
* * * Section 12 - Ecological Information * * *
Ecotoxicity
A: General Product Information
This product may be harmful to aquatic and terrestrial plants or animal life, especially if released in large amounts.
B: Component Analysis - Ecotoxicity - Aquatic Toxicity
No ecotoxicity data are available for this product's components.
Environmental Fate
No information available for the product.
* * * Section 13 - Disposal Considerations * * *
US EPA Waste Number & Descriptions
A: General Product Information
Wastes must be tested using methods described in 40 CFR Part 261 to determine if it meets applicable definitions
of hazardous wastes.
B: Component Waste Numbers
No EPA Waste Numbers are applicable for this product's components.
Disposal Instructions
Dispose of waste material according to Local, State, Federal, and Provincial Environmental Regulations.
See Section 7 for Handling Procedures. See Section 8 for Personal Protective Equipment recommendations.
* * * Section 14 - Transportation Information * * *
US DOT Information
Shipping Name: This product is not regulated as a hazardous material for transportation.
Canada Transportation of Dangerous Goods Information
Shipping Name: This product is not regulated as a hazardous material for transportation.
* * * Section 15 - Regulatory Information * * *
US Federal Regulations
A: General Product Information
All components are on the U.S. EPA TSCA Inventory List.
B: Component Analysis
This material contains one or more of the following chemicals required to be identified under SARA Section 302
(40 CFR 355 Appendix A), SARA Section 313 (40 CFR 372.65) and/or CERCLA (40 CFR 302.4).
Acetate, zinc, dihydrate (5970-45-6)
SARA 313: 1.0 % de minimis concentration (Chemical Category N982) (related to Zinc compounds)
SARA 311/312: Acute Health Yes Chronic Health No Fire No Pressure No Reactive No
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State Regulations
A: General Product Information
Other state regulations may apply. Check individual state requirements.
B: Component Analysis - State
The following components appear on one or more of the following state hazardous substances lists:
Component CAS CA MA MN NJ PA RI
Acetate, zinc, dihydrate (鹿related to Zinc compounds) 5970-45-6 Yes No No Yes Yes No
鹿 鹿 鹿
Canadian WHMIS Information
A: General Product Information
Class D2B - Irritant
B: Component Analysis - WHMIS IDL
No components are listed in the WHMIS IDL.
Additional Regulatory Information
A: General Product Information
Zinc Acetate Dihydrate is a hydrate of an anhydrous form which is on the TSCA Inventory and the DSL/NDSL
Inventory.
B: Component Analysis - Inventory
Component CAS # TSCA DSL NDSL EINECS AUST MITI PHIL KOREA ELINCS CHINA
Water 7732-18-5 Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes No Yes No Yes
Acetate, zinc, dihydrate 5970-45-6 No Yes No No Yes Yes Yes No No Yes
* * * Section 16 - Other Information * * *
Other Information
Disclaimer: Supplier gives no warranty of merchantability or of fitness for a particular purpose. Any product
purchased is sold on the assumption the purchaser will make his own tests to determine the quality and suitability
of the product. Supplier expressly disclaims any and all liability for incidental and/or consequential property
damage arising out of the use of this product. No information provided shall be deemed to be a recommendation
to use any product in conflict with any existing patent rights. Read the Material Safety Data Sheet before handling
product.
Key/Legend
ACGIH = American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists. AICS = Australian Inventory of Chemical
Substances. CAS = Chemical Abstract Service. CERCLA = Comprehensive Environmental Response,
Compensation and Liability Act. CFR = Code of Federal Regulations. CHEMTREC = Chemical Transportation
Emergency Center. DSL = Canadian Domestic Substance List. EINECS = European Inventory of New and
Existing Chemical Substances. ELINCS = European List of Notified Chemical Substances. EPA = Environmental
Protection Agency. FIFRA = Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act; HEPA = High Efficiency
Particulate Air. HMIS = Hazardous Material Information System. IARC = International Agency for Research on
Cancer. IDLH = Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health. MITI = Japanese Ministry of International Trade and
Industry. NDSL = Canadian Non-Domestic Substance List. NFPA = National Fire Protection Association. NIOSH
= National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health. NJTSR = New Jersey Trade Secret Registry. NTP =
National Toxicology Program. OSHA = Occupational Safety and Health Administration. NA = Not available or Not
Applicable. SARA = Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act. TDG = Transportation of Dangerous
Goods. TLV = Threshold Limit Value. TSCA = Toxic Substances Control Act. WHMIS = Workplace Hazardous
Materials Information System.
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