SIGMA-ALDRICH
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Date Printed: 03/15/2005
Date Updated: 04/06/2004
Version 1.4
Section 1 - Product and Company Information
Product Name IRON, POWDER, LOW IN MAGNESIUM AND
MANGANESE, A.C.S. REAGENT
Product Number 310352
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
CARBONYL IRON 7439-89-6 No
Formula Fe
Synonyms Ancor en 80/150 * Armco iron * Carbonyl iron *
Copy Powder CS 105-175 * Diseases, iron overload
* EFV 250/400 * EO 5A * Ferrovac E * GS 6 * Iron
fulleride (FeC2O) * LOHA * Micropowder R 2430 *
NC 100 * PZh2M * PZhO * Remko * SUY-B 2 * 3ZhP
RTECS Number: NO4565500
Section 3 - Hazards Identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Flammable (USA) Highly Flammable (EU).
HMIS RATING
HEALTH: 0
FLAMMABILITY: 3
REACTIVITY: 1
NFPA RATING
HEALTH: 0
FLAMMABILITY: 3
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
FLAMMABLE HAZARDS
Flammable Hazards: Yes
EXPLOSION DATA
Dust Potential: This material, like most materials in powder
form, is capable of creating a dust explosion.
FLASH POINT
N/A
AUTOIGNITION TEMP
> 100 掳C
FLAMMABILITY
N/A
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Suitable: Water spray. 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): Flammable solid. Emits toxic fumes under
fire conditions.
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
PROCEDURE TO BE FOLLOWED IN CASE OF LEAK OR SPILL
Evacuate area. Shut off all sources of ignition. Use nonsparking
tools.
PROCEDURE(S) OF PERSONAL PRECAUTION(S)
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, rubber boots, and heavy
rubber gloves.
METHODS FOR CLEANING UP
Avoid raising dust. Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste
disposal. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material
pickup is complete.
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
HANDLING
User Exposure: Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing.
Avoid breathing dust. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure.
STORAGE
Suitable: Keep container closed. Keep away from heat, sparks,
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and open flame.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Store under inert gas. Moisture sensitive.
Section 8 - Exposure Controls / PPE
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Safety shower and eye bath. Use nonsparking tools. Mechanical
exhaust required.
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
Property Value At Temperature or Pressure
Molecular Weight 55.85 AMU
pH 7-9
BP/BP Range 2,730 掳C
MP/MP Range 1,535 掳C
Freezing Point N/A
Vapor Pressure N/A
Vapor Density N/A
Saturated Vapor Conc. N/A
SG/Density 7.86 g/cm3
Bulk Density 3,000 - 4,000 kg/l
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 > 100 掳C
Refractive Index N/A
Optical Rotation N/A
Miscellaneous Data N/A
Solubility Solubility in Water:Insoluble.
N/A = not available
Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
STABILITY
Reactions to Avoid: Reacts violently with: Halogens Phosphorus
Conditions to Avoid: Moisture.
Materials to Avoid: Acids, Oxygen, Strong oxidizing agents.
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HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Iron oxides.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
ROUTE OF EXPOSURE
Skin Contact: May cause skin irritation.
Skin Absorption: May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Eye Contact: May cause eye irritation.
Inhalation: May be harmful if inhaled. Material may be
irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.
Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
Overdose of iron compounds may have a corrosive effect on the
gastrointestinal mucosa and be followed by necrosis,
perforation, and stricture formation. Several hours may elapse
before symptoms that can include epigastric pain, diarrhea,
vomiting, nausea, and hematemesis occur. After apparent recovery
a person may experience metabolic acidosis, convulsions, and
coma hours or days later. Further complications may develop
leading to acute liver necrosis that can result in death due to
hepatic coma. Long term inhalation exposure to iron (oxide fume
or dust) can cause siderosis. Siderosis is considered to be a
benign pneumoconiosis and does not normally cause significant
physiologic impairment. Siderosis can be observed on x-rays with
the lungs having a mottled appearance.
TOXICITY DATA
Oral
Rat
30000 mg/kg
LD50
Remarks: Nutritional and Gross Metabolic:Weight loss or
decreased weight gain.
Oral
Guinea pig
20000 mg/kg
LD50
Remarks: Nutritional and Gross Metabolic:Weight loss or
decreased weight gain.
CHRONIC EXPOSURE - CARCINOGEN
Species: Rat
Route of Application: Intratracheal
Dose: 450 MG/KG
Exposure Time: 15W
Frequency: I
Result: Tumorigenic:Equivocal tumorigenic agent by RTECS
criteria. Lungs, Thorax, or Respiration:Tumors.
Section 12 - Ecological Information
No data available.
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Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF DISPOSAL OF SUBSTANCE OR PREPARATION
Material in the elemental state should be recovered for reuse or
recycling. Observe all federal, state, and local environmental
regulations.
Section 14 - Transport Information
DOT
Proper Shipping Name: Metal powders, flammable, n.o.s.
UN#: 3089
Class: 4.1
Packing Group: Packing Group III
Hazard Label: Flammable solid
PIH: Not PIH
IATA
Proper Shipping Name: Metal powder, flammable, n.o.s.
IATA UN Number: 3089
Hazard Class: 4.1
Packing Group: III
Section 15 - Regulatory Information
EU ADDITIONAL CLASSIFICATION
Symbol of Danger: F
Indication of Danger: Highly Flammable.
R: 11
Risk Statements: Highly flammable.
S: 16 33
Safety Statements: Keep away from sources of ignition - no
smoking. Take precautionary measures against static discharges.
US CLASSIFICATION AND LABEL TEXT
Indication of Danger: Flammable (USA) Highly Flammable (EU).
Safety Statements: Keep away from sources of ignition - no
smoking. Take precautionary measures against static discharges.
UNITED STATES REGULATORY INFORMATION
SARA LISTED: No
TSCA INVENTORY ITEM: Yes 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: Yes
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.,
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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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