Updated June 14, 2007
EDTA
Material Safety Data Sheet ( MSDS)
Eye Contact : can cause eye irritation.
1. PRODUCT I DENTI FI CATI ON
Skin Contact: can cause skin irritation.
Product Name: EDTA, tetrasodium salt I ngestion: Do not ingest; may cause gastrointestinal irritation.
I NCI Name: tetrasodium EDTA Material is irritating to mucous membranes
Chemical Name: tetrasodium ethylenediaminetetraacetate
CAS Number: 64-02-8 8. FI RST AI D MEASURES
EI NECS Number: 200-573-9
Eyes: Irrigate eyes with a heavy stream of water for at least 20
Origin: synthetic
minutes. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
Skin: Wash exposed areas of the body with plenty of water. Cover
2. PHYSI CAL & CHEMI CAL PROPERTI ES
the irritated skin with an emollient. See medical attention.
Melting Point: not determined I nhalation: Remove from area of exposure. If breathing is
Boiling Point: not determined difficult, give oxygen. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
Density: not determined I ngestion: Drink water. Do not induce vomiting. If gastrointestinal
% Volatile by Volume: not determined symptoms develop, consult medical personnel.
Molecular Weight: 380.2g/ mol
Solubility in w ater: easily soluble 9. FI RE FI GHTI NG MEASURES
pH Value: not determined
Flammability: may be combustible at high temperatures
Appearance & Odor: white powder
Extinguishing Media: water spray, foam, carbon dioxide for large
fires; dry powder for small fires
3. STABI LI TY & REACTI VI TY
Fire Fighting Procedures: Firefighters should wear full fire-
Chemical Stability: stable under normal conditions fighting turn-out gear (full Bunker gear) including NIOSH-approved
I ncompatibility: strong oxidizing agents and strong acids self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated in
Hazardous Decomposition: burning can produce carbon the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode.
monoxide, carbon dioxide and oxides of nitrogen
Hazardous Polymerisation: will not occur 10. TOXI COLOGI CAL I NFORMATI ON
Acute LD50: 2000 mg/ kg (rat, oral)
4. HANDLI NG & STORAGE
Dermal and Eye I rritation: slightly hazardous
Avoid contact with eyes. Wash thoroughly after handling. As with all Carcinogenicity: classified none by NIOSH
chemicals, good industrial hygiene practices should be followed Mutagenicity, Teratogenicity: not available
when handling this material.
11. DI SPOSAL CONSI DERATI ONS
Avoid freezing or excessive heat. Do not handle or store near an
open flame, heat or other sources of ignition. Keep the container
Storage and disposal must be in accordance with applicable local,
tightly closed and in a cool, well-ventilated place.
state & federal disposal regulations. Characterization and com-
pliance with applicable laws are the responsibility solely of the
5. ACCI DENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
generator.
Isolate spill area immediately. Keep unauthorized personnel away.
12. TRANSPORT I NFORMATI ON
Ventilate closed spaces before entering. Do not touch or walk
through spilled material. Prevent entry into waterways, sewers,
General: not controlled under ADR, IMDG, IATA
basements or confined areas. Surface may become slippery after
DOT Shipping Name: Refer to corresponding hazard class
spillage. Use vacuum or broom sweeping and remove to disposal
ADR/ RI C Code: Refer to corresponding hazard class
container. If damp, flush with water.
Sea Transport I MDG Code: Refer to corresponding hazard class
Air Transport I ATA: Refer to corresponding hazard class
6. EXPOSURE CONTROLS & PERSONAL PROTECTI ON
Respiratory Protection: Where exposure likely exceeds accep- 13. DI SCLAI MER
table criteria, use NIOSH/ OSHA-approved respiratory equipment.
This information relates only to the specific material designated and
Protective Clothing: Gloves recommended to prevent prolonged
may not be valid for such material used in combination with any
skin contact. Safety glasses, goggles, or face shield recommended
other materials or in any other process. Such information is to be
for eye protection.
the best of the company s knowledge and believed accurate and
Other Protective Measures: Employees must practice good
reliable as of the date indicated. However, no representation,
personal hygiene, washing exposed areas of skin several times daily
warranty or guarantee of any kind, express or implied, is made as
and laundering contaminated clothing before re-use.
to its accuracy, reliability or completeness and we assume no
responsibility for any loss, damage or expense, direct or
7. HAZARDS I DENTI FI CATI ON
consequential, arising out of use. It is the user s responsibility to
General: May cause irritation to skin, eyes and respiratory system. satisfy himself as to the suitableness & completeness of such
I nhalation: Inhalation of dust may be irritating to the respiratory information for his own particular use.
system.
ALL DATA HEREIN ARE ALL AS PER OUR SUPPLIER.
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