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Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification |
MSDS Name: Ferrous ammonium sulfate 0.5M solution
Catalog Numbers:
S80014-2
Synonyms:
Iron ammonium sulfate; Ammonium iron sulfate; Ammonium ferrous
sulfate.
Company Identification:
Fisher Scientific
1 Reagent Lane
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
For information, call: 201-796-7100
Emergency Number: 201-796-7100
For CHEMTREC assistance, call: 800-424-9300
For International CHEMTREC assistance, call: 703-527-3887
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Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients
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| CAS# |
Chemical Name |
Percent |
EINECS/ELINCS |
| 7732-18-5 |
Water |
> 80 | 231-791-2 |
| 7783-85-9 |
Ferrous ammonium sulfate hexahydrate |
< 20 | unlisted |
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Section 3 - Hazards Identification
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EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Appearance: clear, colorless liquid.
Warning! May cause digestive tract irritation with
nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. May cause respiratory tract
irritation. May cause severe eye and skin irritation with possible
burns. May cause liver damage.
Target Organs: Liver, cardiovascular system.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause eye irritation and possible burns.
Skin:
May cause skin irritation.
Ingestion:
May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and
diarrhea. May cause liver damage. May cause burns to the digestive
tract. May cause cardiovascular effects including low blood pressure
and shock.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic:
Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis.
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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:
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Get medical aid immediately.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not
breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult,
give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
Antidote:
The use of Deferoxamine as a chelating agent should be determined
only by qualified medical personnel.
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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. Combustion generates toxic fumes.
Extinguishing Media:
For small fires, use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide or
chemical foam.
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Explosion Limits, Lower:Not available.
Upper: Not available.
NFPA Rating:
(estimated) Health: ; Flammability: ; Instability:
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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:
Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal. Avoid
generating dusty conditions.
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Section 7 - Handling and Storage
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Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and
wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust
generation and accumulation. Keep container tightly closed. Do not
get on skin or in eyes. Do not ingest or inhale. Store protected
from light. Store protected from air.
Storage:
Do not store in direct sunlight. Store in a tightly closed
container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from
incompatible substances.
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Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
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Engineering Controls:
Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne
concentrations below the permissible exposure limits.
Exposure Limits
| Chemical Name |
ACGIH |
NIOSH |
OSHA - Final PELs |
| Water
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none listed
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none listed
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none listed
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| Ferrous ammonium sulfate hexahydrate
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1 mg/m3 TWA (as Fe) (listed under Iron salts (soluble)).
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1 mg/m3 TWA (as Fe) (listed under Iron salts (soluble)).
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none listed
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| Ferrous ammonium sulfate anhydrous
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1 mg/m3 TWA (as Fe) (listed under Iron salts (soluble)).
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1 mg/m3 TWA (as Fe) (listed under Iron salts (soluble)).
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none listed
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OSHA Vacated PELs:
Water:
No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.
Ferrous ammonium sulfate hexahydrate:
No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.
Ferrous ammonium sulfate 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 gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin
exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29
CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a
NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved
respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if
irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
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Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
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Physical State: Liquid
Appearance: clear, colorless
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:Not available.
Decomposition Temperature:Not available.
Solubility: Not available.
Specific Gravity/Density:1.1
Molecular Formula:H8FeN2O8S2
Molecular Weight:284.04
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Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
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Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Light, prolonged exposure to air.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong bases, strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Oxides of nitrogen, oxides of sulfur, ammonia and/or derivatives.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
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Section 11 - Toxicological Information
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RTECS#:
CAS# 7732-18-5:
ZC0110000
CAS# 7783-85-9:
BR6500000
CAS# 10045-89-3:
WS5890000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 7732-18-5:
Oral, rat: LD50 =
>90 mL/kg;
.
CAS# 7783-85-9:
Oral, rat:
LD50 = 3250 mg/kg;
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CAS# 10045-89-3:
.
Carcinogenicity:
CAS# 7732-18-5:
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
CAS# 7783-85-9:
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
CAS# 10045-89-3:
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
Epidemiology:
No information available.
Teratogenicity:
No information available.
Reproductive Effects:
No information available.
Mutagenicity:
No information available.
Neurotoxicity:
No information available.
Other Studies:
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Section 12 - Ecological Information
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No information available.
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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: |
Not regulated as a hazardous material |
No information available. |
| Hazard Class: |
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| UN Number: |
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Section 15 - Regulatory Information
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US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 7732-18-5 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
CAS# 7783-85-9 is not on the TSCA Inventory because it is a hydrate.
It is considered to be listed if the CAS number for the anhydrous form
is on the inventory (40CFR720.3(u)(2)).
CAS# 10045-89-3 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
CAS# 10045-89-3: 1000 lb final RQ; 454 kg final RQ
SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances
None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.
Section 313
No chemicals are reportable under Section 313.
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:
CAS# 10045-89-3 is listed as a Hazardous Substance 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# 7732-18-5 is not present on
state lists from CA, PA, MN, MA, FL, or NJ.
CAS# 7783-85-9 can be found on the
following state right to know lists: California, (listed as Iron
salts (soluble)), Pennsylvania, (listed as Iron salts (soluble)),
Minnesota, (listed as Iron salts (soluble)).
CAS# 10045-89-3 can be found on the
following state right to know lists: California, New Jersey,
Pennsylvania, Minnesota, (listed as Iron salts (soluble)),
Massachusetts.
California Prop 65
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:
Not available.
Risk Phrases:
Safety Phrases:
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 7732-18-5: No information available.
CAS# 7783-85-9: No information available.
CAS# 10045-89-3: 1
Canada - DSL/NDSL
CAS# 7732-18-5 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 10045-89-3 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
Canada - WHMIS
not available.
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# 7783-85-9 (listed as Iron salts (soluble)) is listed on the Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List.
CAS# 10045-89-3 (listed as Iron salts (soluble)) 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 #4 Date: 6/22/2006
The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best
information currently available to us. However, we make no warranty of
merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with respect to
such information, and we assume no liability resulting from its use. Users
should make their own investigations to determine the suitability of the
information for their particular purposes. In no event shall Fisher be liable
for any claims, losses, or damages of any third party or for lost profits
or any special, indirect, incidental, consequential or exemplary
damages, howsoever arising, even if Fisher has been advised of
the possibility of such damages.
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