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Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification |
MSDS Name: Chromium(III) chloride, sublimed, anhydrous
Catalog Numbers:
AC190470000, AC190470250
Synonyms:
Chromic chloride.
Company Identification:
Acros Organics N.V.
One Reagent Lane
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
For information in North America, call: 800-ACROS-01
For emergencies in the US, call CHEMTREC: 800-424-9300
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Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients
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| CAS# |
Chemical Name |
Percent |
EINECS/ELINCS |
| 10025-73-7 |
Chromium(III) chloride, sublimed, anhydrous |
99 | 233-038-3 |
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Section 3 - Hazards Identification
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EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Appearance: purple solid.
Danger! Causes burns by all exposure routes.
Harmful if swallowed, inhaled, or absorbed through the skin. Cancer
hazard.
Target Organs: Respiratory system,
gastrointestinal system, eyes, skin.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye burns.
Skin:
Harmful if absorbed through the skin. Causes skin burns.
Ingestion:
Harmful if swallowed. Causes gastrointestinal tract burns.
Inhalation:
Harmful if inhaled. Causes chemical burns to the respiratory tract.
Chronic:
May cause cancer in humans. Adverse reproductive effects have been
reported in animals. Laboratory experiments have resulted in
mutagenic effects.
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Section 4 - First Aid Measures
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Eyes:
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid imme
diately.
Skin:
Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of
water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing
and shoes.
Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting. Get medical aid immediately. Call a poison
control center.
Inhalation:
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh
air immediately. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Do not use
mouth-to-mouth resuscitation if victim ingested or inhaled the
substance; induce artificial respiration with the aid of a pocket
mask equipped with a one-way valve or other proper respiratory
medical device.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
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Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
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General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear.
Extinguishing Media:
Use foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide.
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Explosion Limits, Lower:Not available.
Upper: Not available.
NFPA Rating:
(estimated) Health: 3; Flammability: 1; Instability: 1
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Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
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General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal
container. Wear a self contained breathing apparatus and appropriate
personal protection. (See Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
section). Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation. Do
not let this chemical enter the environment.
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Section 7 - Handling and Storage
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Handling:
Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Do not get in eyes, on
skin, or on clothing. Do not ingest or inhale. Use only in a
chemical fume hood.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
Corrosives area.
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Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
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Engineering Controls:
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped
with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use only under a
chemical fume hood.
Exposure Limits
| Chemical Name |
ACGIH |
NIOSH |
OSHA - Final PELs |
| Chromium(III) chloride, sublimed, anhydrous
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none listed
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none listed
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5 ?g/m3 TWA (listed under Chromium (VI) compounds).2.5 ?g/m3 Action Level (as Cr.); 5 ?g/m3 TWA (as Cr, Cancer hazard - See 29 CFR 1910.1026) (listed under Chromium (VI) compounds).
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OSHA Vacated PELs:
Chromium(III) chloride, sublimed, anhydrous:
No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical
safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face
protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European
Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin
exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin
exposure.
Respirators:
A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29
CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European
Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace
conditions warrant respirator use.
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Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
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Physical State: Solid
Appearance: purple
Odor: None reported.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Vapor Density: Not available.
Evaporation Rate:Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point:1152 deg C
Decomposition Temperature:Not available.
Solubility: slightly soluble
Specific Gravity/Density:2.760
Molecular Formula:Cl3Cr
Molecular Weight:158.36
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Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
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Chemical Stability:
Moisture sensitive.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, dust generation, moisture, excess heat.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
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Section 11 - Toxicological Information
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RTECS#:
CAS# 10025-73-7:
GB5425000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 10025-73-7:
Inhalation,
mouse: LC50 = 31500 ug/m3/2H;
Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 31.5
mg/m3;
Oral, rat: LD50 = 440
mg/kg;
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Carcinogenicity:
CAS# 10025-73-7:
- ACGIH:
Not listed.
- California:
carcinogen, initial date 2/27/87 (listed as Chromium (VI) compounds).
- NTP:
Known carcinogen (listed as Chromium (VI) compounds).
- IARC:
Group 1 carcinogen (listed as Chromium (VI) compounds).
Epidemiology:
Considered to be a carcinogen in humans according to
IARC.Tumorigenic effects have been reported in
experimental animals.
Teratogenicity:
Teratogenic effects have occurred in experimental animals.
Reproductive Effects:
Adverse reproductive effects have occurred in experimental
animals.
Mutagenicity:
Mutagenic effects have occurred in humans.
Neurotoxicity:
No information available.
Other Studies:
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Section 12 - Ecological Information
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Ecotoxicity:
No data available.
No information available.
Environmental:
No information available.
Physical:
No information available.
Other:
Do not empty into drains.
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Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
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Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified
as a hazardous waste.
US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3.
Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to
ensure complete and accurate classification.
RCRA P-Series: None listed.
RCRA U-Series: None listed.
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Section 14 - Transport Information
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US DOT |
Canada TDG |
| Shipping Name: |
CORROSIVE SOLID, TOXIC, N.O.S. |
CORROSIVE SOLID, TOXIC, N.O.S. |
| Hazard Class: |
8 |
8 |
| UN Number: |
UN2923 |
UN2923 |
| Packing Group: |
III |
III |
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Section 15 - Regulatory Information
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US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 10025-73-7 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
Health & Safety Reporting List
None of the chemicals are on the Health & Safety Reporting List.
Chemical Test Rules
None of the chemicals in this product are under a Chemical Test Rule.
Section 12b
None of the chemicals are listed under TSCA Section 12b.
TSCA Significant New Use Rule
None of the chemicals in this material have a SNUR under TSCA.
CERCLA Hazardous Substances and corresponding RQs
None of the chemicals in this material have an RQ.
SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances
CAS# 10025-73-7: 1 lb lower threshold TPQ; 10000 lb upper threshold TP
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Section 313
This material contains
Chromium(III) chloride, sublimed, anhydrous (listed as Chromium (VI)
compounds), 99%, (CAS# 10025-73-7) which is subject to the reporting
requirements of Section 313 of SARA Title III and 40 CFR Part 373.
Clean Air Act:
This material does not contain any hazardous air pollutants.
This material does not contain any Class 1 Ozone depletors.
This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.
Clean Water Act:
None of the chemicals in this product
are listed as Hazardous Substances under the CWA.
None of the chemicals in this
product are listed as Priority Pollutants under the CWA.
None of the chemicals in this
product are listed as Toxic Pollutants under the CWA.
OSHA:
None of the chemicals in this product
are considered highly hazardous by OSHA.
STATE
CAS# 10025-73-7 can be found on the
following state right to know lists: New Jersey, Pennsylvania,
Minnesota, (listed as Chromium (VI) compounds), Massachusetts.
California Prop 65
The following statement(s) is(are) made in order to comply with
the California Safe Drinking Water Act:
WARNING: This product contains Chromium(III) chloride, sublimed,
anhydrous, listed as `Chromium (VI) compounds', a chemical known to
the state of California to cause cancer.
California No Significant Risk Level:
None of the chemicals in this product are listed.
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols:
C
Risk Phrases:
R 20/21/22 Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if
swallowed.
R 34 Causes burns.
Safety Phrases:
S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of
water and seek medical advice.
S 36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face pr
otection.
S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice
immediately (show the label where possible).
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 10025-73-7: No information available.
Canada - DSL/NDSL
CAS# 10025-73-7 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
Canada - WHMIS
This product has a WHMIS classification of D2B.
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard
criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS
contains all of the information required by those regulations.
Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List
CAS# 10025-73-7 is listed on the Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List.
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Section 16 - Additional Information
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MSDS Creation Date: 9/02/1997
Revision #8 Date: 2/21/2008
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