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Material Safety Data Sheet
Hydrogen Peroxide, 30% - 50% w/w
Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification
MSDS Name:
Hydrogen Peroxide, 30% - 50% w/w
Catalog Numbers:
LC15430
Synonyms:
Hydrogen dioxide solution, peroxide
Company Identification:
LabChem Inc
200 William Pitt Way
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
Company Phone Number:
(412) 826-5230
Emergency Phone Number:
(800) 424-9300
CHEMTREC Phone Number:
(800) 424-9300
Section 2 ?Composition, Information on Ingredients
CAS# Chemical Name: Percent
7732-18-5 Water balance
7722-84-1 Hydrogen peroxide 30 -50
Section 3 - Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview
Appearance: Clear, colorless solution
Danger! Strong oxidizer. Contact with other material may cause a fire. Corrosive. Light sensitive.
May be harmful if swallowed. May cause central nervous system effects. Eye contact may result in
permanent eye damage. May cause blood abnormalities. May cause severe respiratory tract irritation
with possible burns. Causes eye and skin irritation and possible burns. May cause severe digestive
tract irritation with possible burns.
Target Organs: Blood, central nervous system.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Contact with liquid causes severe burns and may cause corneal damage.
Skin:
Causes severe skin irritation and possible burns. May cause discoloration, erythema (redness),
swelling, and the formation of papules and vesicles (blisters).
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Hydrogen Peroxide, 30% - 50% w/w
Ingestion:
Causes gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Causes gastrointestinal tract
burns. May cause vascular collapse and damage. May cause damage to the red blood cells. May
cause difficulty in swallowing, stomach distension, possible cerebral swelling and death. Ingestion
may result in irritation of the esophagus, bleeding of the stomach and ulcer formation.
Inhalation:
Causes chemical burns to the respiratory tract. May cause ulceration of nasal tissue, insomnia,
nervous tremors with numb extremities, chemical pneumonia, unconsciousness, and death. At high
concentrations, respiratory effects may include acute lung damage and delayed pulmonary edema.
Chronic:
Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis. Laboratory experiments have resulted in
mutagenic effects. Repeated contact may cause corneal damage.
Section 4 - First Aid Measures
Eyes:
Get medical aid immediately. Do NOT allow victim to rub eyes or keep eyes closed. Extensive
irrigation with water is required (at least 30 minutes).
Skin:
Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing
contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid at once.
Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never
give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately.
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 breathing has
ceased apply artificial respiration using oxygen and a suitable mechanical device such as a bag and a
mask.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively. Attempts at evacuating the stomach via emesis induction
or gastric lavage should be avoided. In the event of severe distension of the stomach or esophagus
due to gas formation, insertion of a gastric tube may be required. To treat corneal damage, careful
ophthalmologic evaluation is recommended and the possibility of local corticosteroid therapy should
be considered.
Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH
(approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Water runoff can cause environmental damage.
Dike and collect water used to fight fire. Strong oxidizer. Contact with other material may cause
fire. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or
combustion. Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool. Substance is noncombustible.
Use water with caution and in flooding amounts. Vapors may be heavier than air. They can spread
along the ground and collect in low or confined areas. Some oxidizers may react explosively with
hydrocarbons (fuel). May decompose explosively when heated or involved in a fire. May accelerate
burning if involved in a fire.
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Hydrogen Peroxide, 30% - 50% w/w
Extinguishing Media:
Use water only!
Autoignition Temperature:
No information found.
Flash Point:
No information found.
NFPA Rating:
CAS# 7732-18-5: Health-0, Flammability- 0, Instability- 0.
CAS# 7722-84-1: Not published.
Explosion Limits:
Lower: 40 Upper: 100
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
General Information:
Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Absorb spills with absorbent (vermiculite, sand, fuller's earth) and place in plastic bags for later
disposal. Wash down with water if necesssary. Remove all ignition sources and heat, and ventilate
the area. Scoop into glass or plastic container, and label "OXIDIZER" for disposal. Do not allow
liquid of gases to accumulate in sewers or drains.
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use only in
a well-ventilated area. Contents may develop pressure upon prolonged storage. Do not get in eyes,
on skin, or on clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid contact with clothing and other
combustible materials. Do not ingest or inhale. Store protected from light. Discard contaminated
shoes. Unused chemicals should not be returned to the container. Rinse empty drums and containers
thoroughly with water before discarding.
Storage:
Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Do not store near combustible materials. Keep container
closed when not in use. Store protected from light. Keep away form alkalies, oxidizable materials,
finely divided metals, alcohols, and permanganates. Store only in light-resistent containers fitted
with a safety vent.
Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
Engineering Controls:
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety
shower. Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the
permissible exposure limits.
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Hydrogen Peroxide, 30% - 50% w/w
Exposure Limits:
Chemical Name: ACGIH NIOSH OSHA
None of the components None of the components None of the components
Water
are on this list. are on this list. are on this list.
1 ppm TWA 1 ppm TWA; 1.4 mg/m3 1 ppm TWA;
Hydrogen peroxide
TWA; 75 ppm IDLH 1.4 mg/m3 TWA
OSHA Vacated PELs:
Hydrogen peroxide: 1 ppm TWA; 1.4 mg/m3 TWA
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:
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.
Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
Clear liquid
Physical State:
Colorless
Color:
Slight acid odor
Odor:
3.3 (30% solution)
pH:
23 mm Hg @ 30C
Vapor Pressure:
1.10
Vapor Density:
>1.0 (Butyl acetate = 1)
Evaporation Rate:
1.25 cP
Viscosity:
226癋 (108癈)
Boiling Point:
-27癋 (-33癈)
Freezing/Melting Point:
No information found.
Decomposition Temperature:
Soluble.
Solubility in water:
1.1-1.2
Specific Gravity/Density:
H2O2
Molecular Formula:
34.01
Molecular Weight:
Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
Chemical Stability:
Decomposes slowly to release oxygen. Unstable when heated or contaminated with heavy metals,
reducing agents, rust, dirt or organic materials. Stability is reduced when pH is above 4.0.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, mechanical shock, light, ignition sources, excess heat, pH >1.0.
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Hydrogen Peroxide, 30% - 50% w/w
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents, strong reducing agents, acids, acetic anhydride, alcohols, metals, selenide,
manganese dioxide, mercurous chloride, rust, ketones, carboxylic acids, glycerine, sodium fluoride,
sodium pyrophosphate, soluble fuels (acetone, ethanol, glycerol), wood, asbestos, hexavalent
chromium compounds, salts of iron, copper, chromium, vanadium, tungsten, molybdenum, and
platinum.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Oxygen, hydrogen.
Hazardous Polymerization:
Has not been reported.
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
RTECS:
CAS# 7732-18-5: ZC0110000.
CAS# 7722-84-1: MX0887000, MX0888000, MX0890000, MX0899000, MX0899500,
MX0900000.
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 7732-18-5:
Oral, rat: LD50 = >90 mL/kg.
CAS# 7722-84-1:
Inhalation, rat: LC50 =2 gm/m3/4H
Oral, mouse: LD50 = 2000 mg/kg
Skin, rat: LD50 = 3000 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
CAS# 7732-18-5: Not listed as a carcinogen by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, OSHA, or CA Prop
65.
CAS# 7722-84-1: ACGIH: A3 - Animal Carcinogen, IARC: Group 3
Epidemiology:
No information found
Teratogenicity:
No information found
Reproductive:
No information found
Mutagenicity:
No information found
Neurotoxicity:
No information found
Section 12 - Ecological Information
No information found
Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
Dispose of in accordance with Federal, State, and local regulations.
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Hydrogen Peroxide, 30% - 50% w/w
Section 14 - Transport Information
US DOT
Hydrogen peroxide, aqueous solution
Shipping Name:
5.1
Hazard Class:
UN2014
UN Number:
PG II
Packing Group:
Section 15 - Regulatory Information
US Federal
TSCA:
CAS# 7732-18-5 is listed on the TSCA Inventory.
CAS# 7722-84-1 is listed on the TSCA Inventory.
SARA Reportable Quantities (RQ):
None of the components are on this list.
CERCLA/SARA Section 313:
None of the components are on this list.
OSHA - Highly Hazardous:
CAS# 7722-84-1 is considered highly hazardous by OSHA.
US State
State Right to Know:
Hydrogen peroxide can be found on the following state Right-to-Know lists: California, New Jersey,
Florida, Pennsylvania, Minnesota, Massachusetts.
California Regulations:
None.
European/International Regulations
Canadian DSL/NDSL:
CAS# 7732-18-5 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 7722-84-1 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
Canada Ingredient Disclosure List:
CAS# 7732-18-5 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
CAS# 7722-84-1 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
Section 16 - Other Information
MSDS Creation Date: November 30, 1998
Revision Date: March 31, 2010
Information in this MSDS is from available published sources and is believed to be accurate. No warranty, express or implied, is
made and LabChem Inc. assumes no liability resulting from the use of this MSDS. The user must determine suitability of this
information for his application.
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