MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
SECTION 1 - PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION AND USE
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (PIN):
PRODUCT IDENTIFIER
Ferric nitrate nonahydrate FE1140X
PRODUCT USE
MANUFACTURERS NAME: SUPPLIERS NAME:
Xenex Labs XENEX LABORATORIES INC.
STREET ADDRESS: STREET ADDRESS:
2402 CANOE AVENUE
CITY: PROVINCE: CITY: PROVINCE:
COQUITLAM B.C.
POSTAL CODE: EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NO: POSTAL CODE: EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NO:
SPE100 V3K 6C2 (CHEMTREC) 1-800-424-9300
SECTION 2 - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
% CAS NUMBER LD50 / LC50 OF INGREDIENT
/ CHEMICAL FORMULA
(SPECIFY SPECIES) (SPECIFY ROUTE AND DOSE)
Ferric nitrate nonahydrate 100 7782-61-8 RAT ORAL 3250 mg/kg
Fe(NO3)3.9H2O
SECTION 3 - PHYSICAL DATA
PHYSICAL STATE AND APPEARANCE ODOR TASTE ODOR THRESHOLD (ppm)
Not Available Not Available Not Available
Solid (Light purple, White to Grey crystalline solid)
MELTING POINT (C) VAPOR PRESSURE VAPOR DENSITY VOLATILITY
47.2掳C (117掳F) Not Applicable Not Available Not Available
BOILING POINT (C) pH SPECIFIC GRAVITY COEFF. WATER/OIL DIST.
Decomposition @ 125掳C (257掳F) Not Available 1.684 Not Available
DISPERSION PROPERTIES / SOLUBILITY
Easily soluble in cold water, acetone. Freely soluble in alcohol. Slightly soluble in cold concentrated nitric acid.
SECTION 4 - FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
NO YES
FLAMMABILITY IF YES, UNDER WHAT CONDITIONS?
Non-Flammable - May ignite combustibles (wood, paper, clothing, ect.)
MEANS OF EXTINCTION
Not Applicable
FLASHPOINT (C) AND METHOD FLAMMABLE LIMITS (% BY VOLUME) CRITICAL TEMPERATURE
Not Available UPPER: Not Available LOWER: Not Available Not Available
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE (C) HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS
Not Available Not Available
SECTION 5 - REACTIVITY DATA
YES NO IF NO, UNDER WHICH CONDITIONS?
CHEMICAL STABILITY
The product is stable - Avoid incompatible materials
NO YES
INCOMPATIBILITY WITH OTHER SUBSTANCES IF SO, WHICH ONES?
Reactive with reducing agents, combustible materials, organic materials.
REACTIVITY, AND UNDER WHAT CONDITIONS
It is a strong oxidizing agent which may cause violent reaction with reducing materials
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Not Available
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
FE1140X
PRODUCT IDENTIFIER
Ferric nitrate nonahydrate
SECTION 6 - TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES
ROUTE OF ENTRY
INGESTION
INHALATION
SKIN CONTACT SKIN ABSORPTION EYE CONTACT
EFFECTS OF ACUTE EXPOSURE TO PRODUCT
Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation (lung irritant).
Prolonged exposure may result in skin burns and ulcerations. Over-exposure by inhalation may cause respiratory
irritation.
Skin: Causes skin irritation.
Eyes: Causes eye irritation.
Inhalation: Causes respiratory tract (nose, throat) irritation with coughing and wheezing. May cause methemoglobinemia
(an increase of formation of methemoglobin in the blood resulting of deficient oxygenation of blood/decreased available
hemoglobin), cyanosis (bluish discoloration of skin due to deficient oxygenation of the blood). May affect
behavior/central nervous system (convulsions, etc.), cardiovascular system (tachycardia, bradycardia, vasodilation,
hypotension), respiration (labored breathing).
Ingestion: Can cause gastroenteritis, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea. Can also cause methemoglobinemia,
cyanosis, pallor, labored breathing/shortness of breath (dyspnea). It may also affect behavior/central nervous system
(central nervous system depression, convulsions/seizures, headache, weakness, dizziness, loss of coordination and
judgment, fatigue, unconsciousness).
EFFECTS OF CHRONIC EXPOSURE TO PRODUCT
The substance may be toxic to blood, liver.
Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage.
May cause damage to the following organs: blood, liver.
Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation (lung irritant).
May affect genetic material (mutagenic)
Ingestion: May cause methemoglobinemia which is characterized by chocolate-brown colored blood, headache,
weakness, dizziness, loss of coordination and judgment, shortness of breath, cyanosis, rapid heart rate, unconsciousness
and possible death. May also affect the liver/cause liver damage due to iron build up in the body. Symptoms of iron build-
up in the body may include nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, constipation, and black bowel movements.
Eyes: Prolonged contact may cause a brownish discoloration of the eyes.
EXPOSURE LIMITS
TWA: 1 (mg(Fe)/m3) from ACGIH (TLV) [United States] TWA: 1 (mg(Fe)/m3) [United Kingdom (UK)]
SYNERGISTIC PRODUCTS
IRRITANCY OF PRODUCT SENSITIZATION OF PRODUCT
Yes Not Available Not Available
REPRODUCTIVE TOXICITY MUTAGENICITY
TERATOGENICITY CARCINOGENICITY
Not Available Not Available Possible Not Available
SECTION 7 - PREVENTATIVE MEASURE
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
GLOVES (SPECIFY) RESPIRATOR (SPECIFY) EYE (SPECIFY)
Yes ( impervious ) Approved / Certified respirator Safety goggles, face shield
FOOTWEAR (SPECIFY) CLOTHING (SPECIFY) OTHER (SPECIFY)
No Coveralls / Lab coat Eyewash equipment nearby
ENGINEERING CONTROLS (SPECIFY eg. VENTILATION, ENCLOSED PROCESS)
Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below
recommended exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to
airborne contaminants below the exposure limit.
LEAK AND SPILL PROCEDURE
Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading
water on the contaminated surface.
WASTE DISPOSAL
According to local, provincial, and federal regulations.
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
FE1140X
PRODUCT IDENTIFIER
Ferric nitrate nonahydrate
HANDLING PROCEDURES AND EQUIPMENT
Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Keep away from combustible material.. Do not ingest. Do not
breathe dust. Wear suitable protective clothing. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. If
ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the container or the label. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep
away from incompatibles such as reducing agents.
STORAGE REQUIREMENTS
Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Separate from acids, alkalies,
reducing agents and combustibles. See NFPA 43A, Code for the Storage of Liquid and Solid Oxidizers. Container may
be hazardous when empty since they retain product residues (Dust, Solids) observe all warnings and precautions listed
for the product.
SPECIAL SHIPPING INFORMATION
DOT CLASS 5.1: Oxidizing material. CLASS C: Oxidizing material.
SECTION 8 - FIRST AID MEASURES
SPECIFIC MEASURES
In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Cover the irritated skin with an
SKIN
emollient. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Cold water may be used. Wash clothing
before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention.
Eye Contact Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes
EYES
with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Cold water may be used. Get medical attention.
If inhaled remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give
INHALATION
oxygen. Get medical attention.
INGESTION Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by
mouth to an unconscious person. Loosen tight clothing such as collar, tie, belt or waistband. Get
medical attention if symptoms appear.
IF IRRITATION PERSISTS AND IN ALL OTHER CASES, GET IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION.
SECTION 9 - PREPARATION DATE OF M.S.D.S.
All chemicals may pose unknown hazards and should be used with caution. This Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) applies only to the material as packa
If this product is combined with other materials, deteriorates, or becomes contaminated, it may pose hazards not mentioned in this MSDS. It shall be the us
responsibility to develop proper methods of handling and personal protection based on the actual conditions of use. While this MSDS is based on technical
data judged to be reliable, Xenex Laboratories Inc. assumes no responsibility for the completeness or accuracy of the information contained herein.
PREPARED BY (GROUP, DEPARTMENT, ETC.) PHONE NUMBER DATE:
CONTROL DEPARTMENT (604) 552 3031 May 31 2007
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