SIGMA-ALDRICH
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Date Printed: 03/19/2005
Date Updated: 04/13/2004
Version 1.5
Section 1 - Product and Company Information
Product Name COPPER(II) NITRATE
HEMIPENTAHYDRATE, 99.99+%
Product Number 467855
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) NITRATE HYDRATE 19004-19-4 Yes
Formula Cu(NO3)2.xH2O
Synonyms Claycop * Copper dinitrate * Copper(II) nitrate *
Copper(2+) nitrate * Cupric dinitrate * Cupric
nitrate * Nitric acid, copper(2+) salt, hydrate
(2:5)
RTECS Number: QU7400000
Section 3 - Hazards Identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Oxidizing. Corrosive.
Contact with combustible material may cause fire. Harmful if
swallowed. Causes burns.
Target organ(s): Blood. Kidneys.
HMIS RATING
HEALTH: 3*
FLAMMABILITY: 0
REACTIVITY: 3
SPECIAL HAZARD(S): Oxidizer
NFPA RATING
HEALTH: 3
FLAMMABILITY: 0
REACTIVITY: 3
SPECIAL HAZARD(S): Oxidizer
*additional chronic hazards present.
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 breathing becomes difficult,
call a physician.
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
CONDITIONS OF FLAMMABILITY
May accelerate combustion.
FLASH POINT
N/A
AUTOIGNITION TEMP
N/A
FLAMMABILITY
N/A
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Suitable: Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or appropriate
foam.
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.
Contact with other material may cause fire. May accelerate
combustion.
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
PROCEDURE TO BE FOLLOWED IN CASE OF LEAK OR SPILL
Evacuate area.
PROCEDURE(S) OF PERSONAL PRECAUTION(S)
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, 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. Do not get in eyes, on skin,
on clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure.
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STORAGE
Suitable: Keep tightly closed. Keep away from combustible
materials, heat, sparks, and open flame.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Heat- and moisture-sensitive.
Section 8 - Exposure Controls / PPE
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Use only in a chemical fume hood. Safety shower and eye bath.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Respiratory: Government approved respirator.
Hand: Compatible chemical-resistant gloves.
Eye: Chemical safety goggles.
GENERAL HYGIENE MEASURES
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove and wash contaminated
clothing promptly. Discard contaminated shoes.
Section 9 - Physical/Chemical Properties
Appearance Physical State: Solid
Property Value At Temperature or Pressure
Molecular Weight 187.56 AMU
pH N/A
BP/BP Range N/A
MP/MP Range 114 掳C
Freezing Point N/A
Vapor Pressure N/A
Vapor Density N/A
Saturated Vapor Conc. N/A
SG/Density 2.32 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.
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Conditions to Avoid: Heat. Moisture.
Materials to Avoid: Reducing agents, Organic materials, Finely
powdered metals.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Nitrogen oxides, Copper oxide.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
ROUTE OF EXPOSURE
Skin Contact: Causes burns.
Skin Absorption: May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Eye Contact: Causes burns.
Inhalation: Material is extremely destructive to the tissue of
the mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract. May be harmful
if inhaled.
Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed.
TARGET ORGAN(S) OR SYSTEM(S)
Blood. Kidneys. Liver. Central nervous system. Vascular system.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
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. Material is
extremely destructive to tissue of the mucous membranes and
upper respiratory tract, eyes, and skin. Inhalation may result
in spasm, inflammation and edema of the larynxand bronchi,
chemical pneumonitis, and pulmonary edema. Symptoms of exposure
may include burning sensation, coughing, wheezing, laryngitis,
shortness of breath, headache, nausea, and vomiting. To the best
of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological
properties have not been thoroughly investigated.
TOXICITY DATA
Oral
Rat
794 mg/kg
LD50
Remarks: Behavioral:Somnolence (general depressed activity).
Behavioral:Convulsions or effect on seizure threshold.
Intraperitoneal
Rat
20 MG/KG
LD50
Remarks: Behavioral:Somnolence (general depressed activity).
Behavioral:Convulsions or effect on seizure threshold.
Intravenous
Rat
14700 UG/KG
LD50
Remarks: Behavioral:Somnolence (general depressed activity).
Behavioral:Convulsions or effect on seizure threshold.
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Oral
Mouse
430 mg/kg
LD50
Remarks: Behavioral:Somnolence (general depressed activity).
Behavioral:Convulsions or effect on seizure threshold.
Intraperitoneal
Mouse
17100 UG/KG
LD50
Remarks: Behavioral:Somnolence (general depressed activity).
Behavioral:Convulsions or effect on seizure threshold.
Intravenous
Mouse
23300 UG/KG
LD50
Remarks: Behavioral:Somnolence (general depressed activity).
Behavioral:Convulsions or effect on seizure threshold.
IRRITATION DATA
Skin
Rabbit
500 mg
Remarks: Severe irritation effect
Eyes
Rabbit
100 mg
Remarks: Severe irritation effect
Eyes
Rabbit
100 mg
4S
Remarks: Rinsed
Section 12 - Ecological Information
No data available.
Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF DISPOSAL OF SUBSTANCE OR PREPARATION
Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose
of this material. Observe all federal, state, and local
environmental regulations.
Section 14 - Transport Information
DOT
Proper Shipping Name: Nitrates, inorganic, n.o.s.
UN#: 1477
Class: 5.1
Packing Group: Packing Group II
Hazard Label: Oxidizer
PIH: Not PIH
IATA
Proper Shipping Name: Nitrates, inorganic, n.o.s.
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IATA UN Number: 1477
Hazard Class: 5.1
Packing Group: II
Section 15 - Regulatory Information
EU ADDITIONAL CLASSIFICATION
Symbol of Danger: O C
Indication of Danger: Oxidizing. Corrosive.
R: 8 22 34
Risk Statements: Contact with combustible material may cause
fire. Harmful if swallowed. Causes burns.
S: 17 26 36/37/39 45
Safety Statements: Keep away from combustible material. In case
of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and
seek medical advice. Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves,
and eye/face protection. In case of accident or if you feel
unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where
possible).
US CLASSIFICATION AND LABEL TEXT
Indication of Danger: Oxidizing. Corrosive.
Risk Statements: Contact with combustible material may cause
fire. Harmful if swallowed. Causes burns.
Safety Statements: Keep away from combustible material. In case
of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and
seek medical advice. Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves,
and eye/face protection. In case of accident or if you feel
unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where
possible).
US Statements: Target organ(s): Blood. Kidneys.
UNITED STATES REGULATORY INFORMATION
SARA LISTED: Yes
DEMINIMIS: 1 %
NOTES: This product is subject to SARA section 313 reporting
requirements. This product is subject to SARA section 313
reporting requirements.
TSCA INVENTORY ITEM: Yes
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.
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.
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