Updated June 11, 2007
BI SMUTH OXYCHLORI DE
Material Safety Data Sheet ( MSDS)
Eye Contact: May cause irritation. Irrigate eye with water for at
1. PRODUCT I DENTI FI CATI ON
least 15 to 20 minutes. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
Product Name: bismuth oxychloride Skin Contact: Not expected to be a primary skin irritant; but
I NCI Name: bismuth chloride oxide prolonged exposure may cause slight irritations
Synonyms: none I ngestion: No specific hazard known
CAS Number: 7787-59-9
EI NECS Number: 232-122-7 8. FI RST AI D MEASURES
Origin: synthetic
Eyes: Irrigate eyes with a heavy stream of water for at least 15 to
20 minutes. If irritation persists get medical attention.
2. PHYSI CAL & CHEMI CAL PROPERTI ES
Skin: Wash exposed areas of the body with soap and water.
Melting Point: not applicable I nhalation: Remove from area of exposure. If breathing is
Boiling Point: not applicable difficult, give oxygen. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
Vapor Pressure, mmHg: not applicable I ngestion: Give one or two glasses of water to drink. If gastro-
Vapor Density, Air= 1: not applicable intestinal symptoms develop, consult medical personnel.
Evaporation Rate: not applicable
7.72g/ cm3
Density: 9. FI RE FI GHTI NG MEASURES
Solubility in w ater: insoluble
Flammability Limits: None known
pH Value: approx. 6 (10% solution)
Unusual Fire Hazard: None known
Appearance & Odor: fine, white crystalline powder, no odor
Fire Fighting Procedures: Firefighters should wear full fire-
fighting turn-out gear (full Bunker gear) including NIOSH-approved
3. STABI LI TY & REACTI VI TY
self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated in
Chemical Stability: stable under normal conditions the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode.
I ncompatibility: none known
10. TOXI COLOGI CAL I NFORMATI ON
Hazardous Decomposition Products: hydrogen chloride (HCl)
Hazardous Polymerisation: will not occur
Acute Toxicity: LD50 22 g/ kg (oral, rats)
Chronic Toxicity: Bismuth and bismuth compounds are poorly
4. HANDLI NG & STORAGE
absorbed in the gastrointestinal tract. Should absorption by chronic
Avoid contact with eyes. Wash thoroughly after handling. As with all ingestion occur, however, exposure may cause loss of appetite,
chemicals, good industrial hygiene practices should be followed headache, skin rash, exodermatitis, jaundice, kidney injury, black
when handling this material. spots on the gum and salivation.
Avoid freezing or excessive heat. Do not handle or store near an
11. DI SPOSAL CONSI DERATI ONS
open flame, heat or other sources of ignition. Keep the container
tightly closed and in a cool, well-ventilated place. Storage and disposal must be in accordance with applicable local,
state & federal disposal regulations. Characterization and com-
5. ACCI DENTAL RELEASE MEASURES pliance with applicable laws are the responsibility solely of the
generator.
Isolate spill area immediately. Keep unauthorized personnel away.
Ventilate closed spaces before entering. Do not touch or walk
12. TRANSPORT I NFORMATI ON
through spilled material. Prevent entry into waterways, sewers,
basements or confined areas. Surface may become slippery after General: Not a hazardous material for transporation
spillage. Use vacuum or broom sweeping and remove to disposal DOT Shipping Name / Hazard Class: Not Restricted
container. If damp, flush with water. ADR/ RI C Code / Hazard Class: Not Restricted
Sea Transport I MDG Code / Hazard Class: Not Restricted
6. EXPOSURE CONTROLS & PERSONAL PROTECTI ON Air Transport I ATA Code / Hazard Class: Not Restricted
Respiratory Protection: No specific protective measures
13. DI SCLAI MER
necessary.
Protective Clothing: Gloves recommended to prevent prolonged This information relates only to the specific material designated and
skin contact. Safety glasses, goggles, or face shield recommended may not be valid for such material used in combination with any
for eye protection. other materials or in any other process. Such information is to be
Other Protective Measures: Employees must practice good the best of the company s knowledge and believed accurate and
personal hygiene, washing exposed areas of skin several times daily reliable as of the date indicated. However, no representation,
and laundering contaminated clothing before re-use. warranty or guarantee of any kind, express or implied, is made as
to its accuracy, reliability or completeness and we assume no
7. HAZARDS I DENTI FI CATI ON responsibility for any loss, damage or expense, direct or
consequential, arising out of use. It is the user s responsibility to
General: Relatively non hazardous and non combustible.
satisfy himself as to the suitableness & completeness of such
I nhalation: May cause slight irritation to the upper respiratory
information for his own particular use.
tract.
ALL DATA HEREIN ARE ALL AS PER OUR SUPPLIER.
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