SIGMA-ALDRICH
Material Safety Data Sheet
Date Printed: 03/NOV/2004
Date Updated: 29/MAR/2004
Version 1.3
According to 91/155/EEC
Classified as Hazardous according to the criteria of EU Annex 1 and
NOHSC.
1 - Product and Company Information
Product Name ALUMINUM CHLORIDE, ANHYDROUS, POWDER,
99.99%
Product Number 449598
Company Sigma-Aldrich Pty, Ltd
Unit 2, 14 Anella Avenue
Castle Hill NSW 1765
Australia
Technical Phone # +61 2 9841 0555
Fax +61 2 9841 0500
Emergency Phone # +61 2 9841 0566
2 - Composition/Information on Ingredients
Product Name CAS # EC no Annex I
Index Number
ALUMINIUM CHLORIDE ANHYDROUS 7446-70-0 231-208-1 013-003-00-7
SUBLIMED
Formula AlCl3
Molecular Weight 133.34 AMU
Synonyms Alluminio(cloruro di) (Italian) *
Aluminiumchlorid (German) * Aluminum chloride
(1:3) * Aluminum trichloride * Chlorure
d'aluminium (French) * Pearsall *
Trichloroaluminum
3 - Hazards Identification
SPECIAL INDICATION OF HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND THE ENVIRONMENT
Causes burns.
4 - First Aid Measures
AFTER INHALATION
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give
artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
AFTER SKIN CONTACT
In case of skin contact, flush with copious amounts of water for
at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes.
Call a physician.
AFTER EYE CONTACT
In case of contact with eyes, flush with copious amounts of
water for at least 15 minutes. Assure adequate flushing by
separating the eyelids with fingers. Call a physician.
AFTER INGESTION
If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is
conscious. Call a physician immediately. Do not induce vomiting.
5 - Fire Fighting Measures
CONDITIONS OF FLAMMABILITY
Water hydrolyzes material liberating acidic gas which in contact
with metal surfaces can generate flammable and/or explosive
hydrogen gas.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Suitable: Use extinguishing media appropriate to surrounding
fire conditions.
Unsuitable: Do not use water.
SPECIAL RISKS
Specific Hazard(s): Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.
SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIREFIGHTERS
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing
to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
6 - Accidental Release Measures
PERSONAL PRECAUTION PROCEDURES TO BE FOLLOWED IN CASE OF LEAK OR SPILL
Evacuate area.
PROCEDURE(S) OF PERSONAL PRECAUTION(S)
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, rubber boots, and heavy
rubber gloves.
METHODS FOR CLEANING UP
Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Ventilate
area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.
7 - Handling and Storage
HANDLING
Directions for Safe Handling: Do not breathe dust. Do not get in
eyes, on skin, on clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure.
STORAGE
Conditions of Storage: Keep tightly closed. Store in a cool dry
place.
Incompatible Materials: Do not allow contact with water
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Store under inert gas. Vent periodically.
May develop pressure. Open carefully.
8 - Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Safety shower and eye bath. Use only in a chemical fume hood.
GENERAL HYGIENE MEASURES
Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Discard contaminated
shoes. Wash thoroughly after handling.
EXPOSURE LIMITS - DENMARK
Source Type Value
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OEL TWA 2 mg/m3
EXPOSURE LIMITS - UNITED KINGDOM
Source Type Value
OEL TWA 2 mg/m3
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Respiratory Protection: Government approved respirator.
Hand Protection: Compatible chemical-resistant gloves.
Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles.
9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance Physical State: Solid
Property Value At Temperature or Pressure
pH 2.4 20 掳C Concentration: 100
g/l
BP/BP Range 187.7 掳C 752 mmHg
MP/MP Range 190 掳C
Flash Point N/A
Flammability N/A
Autoignition Temp N/A
Oxidizing Properties N/A
Explosive Properties N/A
Explosion Limits N/A
Vapor Pressure 1 mmHg 100 掳C
SG/Density 2.44 g/cm3
Partition Coefficient N/A
Viscosity N/A
Vapor Density N/A
Saturated Vapor Conc. N/A
Evaporation Rate N/A
Bulk Density 1,200 kg/l
Decomposition Temp. N/A
Solvent Content N/A
Water Content N/A
Surface Tension N/A
Conductivity N/A
Miscellaneous Data N/A
Solubility Solubility in Water:Soluble.
10 - Stability and Reactivity
STABILITY
Stable: Stable.
Conditions to Avoid: Do not allow water to enter container because
of violent reaction.
Materials to Avoid: Strong oxidizing agents, Alcohols Mixtures of
nitrobenzene and aluminum chloride are thermally unstable and may
lead to explosive decomposition due to a multi-step decomposition
reaction occurring above 90 degrees C, which self-accelerates with
high exothermicity producing azo- and azoxypolymers.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Aluminum oxide, Hydrogen
chloride gas.
Hazardous Decomposition Products Formed Upon Contact with Water:
Hydrogen chloride gas
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION
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Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
11 - Toxicological Information
RTECS NUMBER: BD0525000
ACUTE TOXICITY
LD50
Oral
Rat
3450 mg/kg
Remarks: Brain and Coverings:Other degenerative changes.
Gastrointestinal:Other changes. Kidney, Ureter,
Bladder:Hematuria.
LD50
Oral
Mouse
1130 mg/kg
LD50
Skin
Rabbit
> 2000 mg/kg
SENSITIZATION
Sensitization: Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause allergic
reactions in certain sensitive individuals.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
Material is extremely destructive to tissue of the mucous
membranes and upper respiratory tract, eyes, and skin.
Inhalation may result in spasm, inflammation and edema of the
larynxand bronchi, chemical pneumonitis, and pulmonary edema.
Symptoms of exposure may include burning sensation, coughing,
wheezing, laryngitis, shortness of breath, headache, nausea, and
vomiting. Prolonged exposure can cause: Damage to the lungs. To
the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and
toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.
ROUTE OF EXPOSURE
Skin Contact: Causes burns.
Skin Absorption: May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Eye Contact: Causes burns.
Inhalation: Material is extremely destructive to the tissue of
the mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract. May be harmful
if inhaled.
Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed.
TARGET ORGAN INFORMATION
Damage to the lungs.
CHRONIC EXPOSURE - MUTAGEN
Rat
500 UMOL/L
Cell Type: Ascites tumor
DNA damage
Mouse
444 MG/KG
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Intraperitoneal
Cytogenetic analysis
CHRONIC EXPOSURE - TERATOGEN
Species: Rat
Dose: 500 MG/KG
Route of Application: Intraperitoneal
Exposure Time: (14-18D PREG)
Result: Specific Developmental Abnormalities: Musculoskeletal
system.
CHRONIC EXPOSURE - REPRODUCTIVE HAZARD
Species: Rat
Dose: 11512 MG/KG
Route of Application: Oral
Exposure Time: (8-22D PREG)
Result: Effects on Newborn: Weaning or lactation index (e.g., #
alive at weaning per # alive at day 4). Effects on Newborn:
Growth statistics (e.g., reduced weight gain). Effects on
Newborn: Behavioral.
Species: Rat
Dose: 5723 MG/KG
Route of Application: Oral
Exposure Time: (1-21D PREG)
Result: Effects on Newborn: Other neonatal measures or effects.
Effects on Newborn: Behavioral.
Species: Rat
Dose: 900 MG/KG
Route of Application: Oral
Exposure Time: (15D PREG)
Result: Effects on Newborn: Growth statistics (e.g., reduced
weight gain). Effects on Newborn: Behavioral. Effects on
Newborn: Delayed effects.
Species: Rat
Dose: 375 MG/KG
Route of Application: Intraperitoneal
Exposure Time: (9-13D PREG)
Result: Effects on Fertility: Post-implantation mortality (e.g.,
dead and/or resorbed implants per total number of implants).
Effects on Embryo or Fetus: Fetotoxicity (except death, e.g.,
stunted fetus).
Species: Mouse
Dose: 425 MG/KG
Route of Application: Oral
Exposure Time: (MULTIGENERATIONS)
Result: Effects on Newborn: Growth statistics (e.g., reduced
weight gain).
Species: Mouse
Dose: 600 MG/KG
Route of Application: Intraperitoneal
Exposure Time: (6-15D PREG)
Result: Maternal Effects: Other effects. Effects on Embryo or
Fetus: Fetotoxicity (except death, e.g., stunted fetus).
12 - Ecological Information
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ECOTOXICOLOGICAL EFFECTS
Test Type: LC50 Fish
Species: Carassius auratus (Goldfish)
Time: 7 days
Value: 0.15 mg/l
Test Type: EC50 Algae
Species: Selenastrum capricornutum resp.
Time: 96 h
Value: 0.57 mg/l
Test Type: EC50 Daphnia
Species: Daphnia magna
Time: 48 h
Value: 3.9 mg/l
Test Type: LC50 Fish
Species: Onchorhynchus mykiss (Rainbow trout)
Time: 96 h
Value: 6.9 mg/l
13 - Disposal Considerations
SUBSTANCE DISPOSAL
Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose
of this material. Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible
solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an
afterburner and scrubber. Observe all federal, state, and local
environmental regulations.
14 - Transport Information
RID/ADR
UN#: 1726
Class: 8
PG: II
Proper Shipping Name: Aluminium chloride, anhydrous
IMDG
UN#: 1726
Class: 8
PG: II
Proper Shipping Name: Aluminium chloride, anhydrous
Marine Pollutant: No
Severe Marine Pollutant: No
IATA
UN#: 1726
Class: 8
PG: II
Proper Shipping Name: Aluminium chloride, anhydrous
Inhalation Packing Group I: No
15 - Regulatory Information
CLASSIFICATION AND LABELING ACCORDING TO EU DIRECTIVES
ANNEX I INDEX NUMBER: 013-003-00-7
INDICATION OF DANGER: C
Corrosive.
R-PHRASES: 34
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Causes burns.
S-PHRASES: 7/8 28 45
Keep container tightly closed and dry. After contact with skin,
wash immediately with plenty of soap-suds. In case of accident
or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show
the label where possible).
COUNTRY SPECIFIC INFORMATION
Germany
WGK: 1
SWITZERLAND
SWISS POISON CLASS: 3
16 - Other Information
WARRANTY
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 in this document is based on the present 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. Sigma-Aldrich Inc.,
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.
Copyright 2004 Sigma-Aldrich Co. License granted to make unlimited
paper copies for internal use only.
DISCLAIMER
For R&D use only. Not for drug, household or other uses.
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