Zinc nitrate hexahydrate

1. 1.1 IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/MIXTURE AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING Product identifiers Product name Product Number Brand CAS-No. : : : : Zinc nitrate hexahydrate 228737 - 10196-18-6 1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against Identified uses : Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances 2. 2.1 2.2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Classification of the substance or mixture Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [EU-GHS/CLP] Oxidizing solids (Category 2) Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 4) Skin irritation (Category 2) Eye irritation (Category 2) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure (Category 3) Classification according to EU Directives 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC Contact with combustible material may cause fire. Harmful if swallowed. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. Label elements Labelling according Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [CLP] Pictogram Signal word Hazard statement(s) H272 H302 H315 H319 H335 - - 228737 Danger May intensify fire; oxidiser. Harmful if swallowed. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation. Precautionary statement(s) P220 P261 P305 + P351 + P338 Supplemental Hazard Keep/Store away from clothing/ combustible materials. Avoid breathing dust. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. none Statements According to European Directive 67/548/EEC as amended. Hazard symbol(s) R-phrase(s) R8 R22 R36/37/38 S-phrase(s) S17 S26 Contact with combustible material may cause fire. Harmful if swallowed. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. Keep away from combustible material. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. 2.3 3. 3.1 Other hazards - none COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Substances Formula Molecular Weight Component Zinc nitrate hexahydrate : : N2O6Zn · 6H2O 297,49 g/mol Concentration CAS-No. EC-No. 10196-18-6 231-943-8 - 4. 4.1 4.2 4.3 FIRST AID MEASURES Description of first aid measures General advice Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance. If inhaled If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician. In case of skin contact Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician. In case of eye contact Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician. If swallowed Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed Fever, Cough, Nausea, Vomiting, Weakness Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed no data available - - 228737 5. 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 6. 6.1 6.2 6.3 6.4 7. 7.1 7.2 7.3 8. 8.1 8.2 FIREFIGHTING MEASURES Extinguishing media Suitable extinguishing media Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture Zinc/zinc oxides Advice for firefighters Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary. Further information Use water spray to cool unopened containers. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures Use personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Avoid breathing dust. Environmental precautions Do not let product enter drains. Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up Sweep up and shovel. Contain spillage, and then collect with an electrically protected vacuum cleaner or by wet-brushing and place in container for disposal according to local regulations (see section 13). Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal. Reference to other sections For disposal see section 13. HANDLING AND STORAGE Precautions for safe handling Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.Keep away from heat and sources of ignition. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Hygroscopic. Specific end uses no data available EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION Control parameters Components with workplace control parameters Exposure controls Appropriate engineering controls Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday. Personal protective equipment Eye/face protection Safety glasses with side-shields conforming to EN166 Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Skin protection Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of - - 228737 contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands. The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of EU Directive 89/686/EEC and the standard EN 374 derived from it. Body Protection Complete suit protecting against chemicals, The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace. Respiratory protection Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a full-face particle respirator type N100 (US) or type P3 (EN 143) respirator cartridges as a backup to engineering controls. If the respirator is the sole means of protection, use a full-face supplied air respirator. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU). 9. 9.1 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Information on basic physical and chemical properties a) b) c) d) e) f) g) h) Appearance Odour Odour Threshold pH Melting point/freezing point Initial boiling point and boiling range Flash point Evaporation rate Form: crystalline Colour: colourless no data available no data available no data available Melting point/range: 36 °C no data available not applicable no data available i) Flammability (solid, gas) no data available j) k) l) Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits Vapour pressure Vapour density no data available no data available no data available m) Relative density 2,065 g/cm3 n) o) p) q) r) s) t) Water solubility Partition coefficient: n- octanol/water Autoignition temperature Decomposition temperature Viscosity Explosive properties Oxidizing properties no data available no data available no data available no data available no data available no data available The substance or mixture is classified as oxidizing with the category 2. 9.2 Other safety information no data available - - 228737 10. 10.1 10.2 10.3 10.4 10.5 10.6 11. 11.1 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Reactivity no data available Chemical stability no data available Possibility of hazardous reactions no data available Conditions to avoid hygroscopic Incompatible materials Powdered metals, Cyanides, Sodium hypophosphite, Stannous chloride, Thiocyanates, Strong reducing agents Hazardous decomposition products Other decomposition products - no data available TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Information on toxicological effects Acute toxicity LD50 Oral - rat - 1.190 mg/kg Skin corrosion/irritation Skin - rabbit - Severe skin irritation - 24 h Serious eye damage/eye irritation Eyes - rabbit - Moderate eye irritation - 24 h Respiratory or skin sensitization no data available Germ cell mutagenicity no data available Carcinogenicity IARC: 2A - Group 2A: Probably carcinogenic to humans (Zinc nitrate hexahydrate) Reproductive toxicity no data available Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure Inhalation - May cause respiratory irritation. Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure no data available Aspiration hazard no data available Potential health effects Inhalation Ingestion Skin Eyes May be harmful if inhaled. Causes respiratory tract irritation. Harmful if swallowed. May be harmful if absorbed through skin. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. Signs and Symptoms of Exposure Fever, Cough, Nausea, Vomiting, Weakness Additional Information RTECS: ZH4775000 - - 228737 12. 12.1 12.2 12.3 12.4 12.5 12.6 13. 13.1 14. 14.1 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Toxicity no data available Persistence and degradability no data available Bioaccumulative potential no data available Mobility in soil no data available Results of PBT and vPvB assessment no data available Other adverse effects no data available DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Waste treatment methods Product Burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber but exert extra care in igniting as this material is highly flammable. Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company. Contaminated packaging Dispose of as unused product. TRANSPORT INFORMATION UN number 14.2 14.3 14.4 14.5 14.6 15. ADR/RID: 1514 UN proper shipping name ADR/RID: ZINC NITRATE IMDG: ZINC NITRATE IATA: Zinc nitrate Transport hazard class(es) ADR/RID: 5.1 Packaging group ADR/RID: II Environmental hazards ADR/RID: no Special precautions for user no data available REGULATORY INFORMATION IMDG: 1514 IMDG: 5.1 IMDG: II IMDG Marine pollutant: no IATA: 1514 IATA: 5.1 IATA: II IATA: no This safety datasheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006. 15.1 15.2 16. Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture no data available Chemical Safety Assessment no data available OTHER INFORMATION Further information 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 this document is based on the resent 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. Lookchem 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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