SIGMA-ALDRICH
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Date Printed: 03/15/2005
Date Updated: 04/04/2004
Version 1.4
Section 1 - Product and Company Information
Product Name COPPER(II) CHLORIDE DIHYDRATE,
REAGENT GRADE
Product Number 221783
Brand ALDRICH
Company Sigma-Aldrich
Street Address 3050 Spruce Street
City, State, Zip, Country SAINT LOUIS MO 63103 US
Technical Phone: 314 771 5765
Emergency Phone: 414 273 3850 Ext. 5996
Fax: 800 325 5052
Section 2 - Composition/Information on Ingredient
Substance Name CAS # SARA 313
COPPER(II) CHLORIDE DIHYDRATE 10125-13-0 Yes
Formula CuCl2.2H2O
Synonyms Copper chloride dihydrate * Coppertrace
RTECS Number: GL7030000
Section 3 - Hazards Identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Harmful. Dangerous for the environment.
Harmful if swallowed. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and
skin. Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse
effects in the aquatic environment.
Target organ(s): Liver. Kidneys.
HMIS RATING
HEALTH: 2
FLAMMABILITY: 0
REACTIVITY: 1
NFPA RATING
HEALTH: 2
FLAMMABILITY: 0
REACTIVITY: 1
For additional information on toxicity, please refer to Section 11.
Section 4 - First Aid Measures
ORAL EXPOSURE
If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is
conscious. Call a physician.
INHALATION EXPOSURE
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give
artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
DERMAL EXPOSURE
In case of skin contact, flush with copious amounts of water for
at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes.
Call a physician.
EYE EXPOSURE
In case of contact with eyes, flush with copious amounts of
water for at least 15 minutes. Assure adequate flushing by
separating the eyelids with fingers. Call a physician.
Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
FLASH POINT
N/A
AUTOIGNITION TEMP
N/A
FLAMMABILITY
N/A
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Suitable: Noncombustible. Use extinguishing media appropriate to
surrounding fire conditions.
FIREFIGHTING
Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus
and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
Specific Hazard(s): Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
PROCEDURE TO BE FOLLOWED IN CASE OF LEAK OR SPILL
Evacuate area.
PROCEDURE(S) OF PERSONAL PRECAUTION(S)
Wear respirator, chemical safety goggles, rubber boots, and
heavy rubber gloves.
METHODS FOR CLEANING UP
Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Avoid
raising dust. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material
pickup is complete.
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
HANDLING
User Exposure: Do not breathe dust. Avoid contact with eyes,
skin, and clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure.
STORAGE
Suitable: Keep tightly closed.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Hygroscopic.
Section 8 - Exposure Controls / PPE
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Safety shower and eye bath. Mechanical exhaust required.
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PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Respiratory: Government approved respirator.
Hand: Compatible chemical-resistant gloves.
Eye: Chemical safety goggles.
GENERAL HYGIENE MEASURES
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Section 9 - Physical/Chemical Properties
Appearance Physical State: Solid
Color: Deep blue
Form: Crystalline
Property Value At Temperature or Pressure
Molecular Weight 170.48 AMU
pH 3 - 3.8
BP/BP Range N/A
MP/MP Range 100 掳C
Freezing Point N/A
Vapor Pressure N/A
Vapor Density > 1 g/l
Saturated Vapor Conc. N/A
SG/Density 2.51 g/cm3
Bulk Density N/A
Odor Threshold N/A
Volatile% N/A
VOC Content N/A
Water Content N/A
Solvent Content N/A
Evaporation Rate N/A
Viscosity N/A
Surface Tension N/A
Partition Coefficient N/A
Decomposition Temp. N/A
Flash Point N/A
Explosion Limits N/A
Flammability N/A
Autoignition Temp N/A
Refractive Index N/A
Optical Rotation N/A
Miscellaneous Data N/A
Solubility N/A
N/A = not available
Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
STABILITY
Stable: Stable.
Reactions to Avoid: Copper(II) chloride reacts violently with
potassium, sodium. Contact with acetylene may cause formation of
copper acetylides that are shock-sensitive.
Conditions to Avoid: Hygroscopic. Heat. Moisture.
Materials to Avoid: Alkali metals.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Hydrogen chloride gas.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
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Section 11 - Toxicological Information
ROUTE OF EXPOSURE
Skin Contact: Causes skin irritation.
Skin Absorption: May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Eye Contact: Causes eye irritation.
Inhalation: May be harmful if inhaled. Material is irritating to
mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.
Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed.
TARGET ORGAN(S) OR SYSTEM(S)
Liver. Kidneys. Lungs. Nerves.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
Depending on the intensity and duration of exposure, effects may
vary from mild irritation to severe destruction of tissue.
Symptoms of systemic copper poisoning may include: capillary
damage, headache, cold sweat, weak pulse, and kidney and liver
damage, central nervous system excitation followed by
depression, jaundice, convulsions, paralysis, and coma. Death
may occur from shock or renal failure. Chronic copper poisoning
is typified by hepatic cirrhosis, brain damage and
demyelination, kidney defects, and copper deposition in the
cornea as exemplified by humans with Wilson's disease. It has
also been reported that copper poisoning has lead to hemolytic
anemia and accelerates arteriosclerosis. To the best of our
knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties
have not been thoroughly investigated.
Section 12 - Ecological Information
ACUTE ECOTOXICITY TESTS
Test Type: EC50 Algae
Species: Selenastrum capricornutum resp.
Time: 96 h
Value: 0.12 mg/l
Test Type: EC50 Daphnia
Species: Daphnia magna
Time: 48 h
Value: 0.04 mg/l
Test Type: LC50 Fish
Species: Cyprinus carpio
Time: 96 h
Value: 0.12 - 0.230 mg/l
Test Type: LC50 Fish
Species: Lepomis macrochirus (Bluegill)
Time: 96 h
Value: 0.9 mg/l
Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF DISPOSAL OF SUBSTANCE OR PREPARATION
Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose
of this material. Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible
solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an
afterburner and scrubber. Observe all federal, state, and local
environmental regulations.
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Section 14 - Transport Information
DOT
Proper Shipping Name: Copper chloride
UN#: 2802
Class: 8
Packing Group: Packing Group III
Hazard Label: Corrosive
PIH: Not PIH
IATA
Proper Shipping Name: Copper chloride
IATA UN Number: 2802
Hazard Class: 8
Packing Group: III
Section 15 - Regulatory Information
EU ADDITIONAL CLASSIFICATION
Symbol of Danger: Xn N
Indication of Danger: Harmful. Dangerous for the environment.
R: 22 36/37/38 50/53
Risk Statements: Harmful if swallowed. Irritating to eyes,
respiratory system and skin. Very toxic to aquatic organisms,
may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
S: 26 36 60 61
Safety Statements: In case of contact with eyes, rinse
immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Wear
suitable protective clothing. This material and its container
must be disposed of as hazardous waste. Avoid release to the
environment. Refer to special instructions/safety data sheets.
US CLASSIFICATION AND LABEL TEXT
Indication of Danger: Harmful. Dangerous for the environment.
Risk Statements: Harmful if swallowed. Irritating to eyes,
respiratory system and skin. Very toxic to aquatic organisms,
may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Safety Statements: In case of contact with eyes, rinse
immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Wear
suitable protective clothing. This material and its container
must be disposed of as hazardous waste. Avoid release to the
environment. Refer to special instructions/safety data sheets.
US Statements: Target organ(s): Liver. Kidneys.
UNITED STATES REGULATORY INFORMATION
SARA LISTED: Yes
DEMINIMIS: 1 %
NOTES: This product is subject to SARA section 313 reporting
requirements - copper compounds.
CANADA REGULATORY INFORMATION
WHMIS Classification: This product has been classified in
accordance with the hazard criteria of the CPR, and the MSDS
contains all the information required by the CPR.
DSL: No
NDSL: No
Section 16 - Other Information
DISCLAIMER
For R&D use only. Not for drug, household or other uses.
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WARRANTY
The above information is believed to be correct but does not
purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The
information in this document is based on the present state of our
knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to
appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any
guarantee of the properties of the product. Sigma-Aldrich Inc.,
shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or
from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice
or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale.
Copyright 2005 Sigma-Aldrich Co. License granted to make unlimited
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