SIGMA-ALDRICH



                         Material Safety Data Sheet



                                                 Date Printed: 16/FEB/2005

                                                 Date Updated: 21/DEC/2004

                                                               Version 1.2

                                                   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                   CADMIUM ATOMIC ABSORPTION STANDARD

                               SOLUTION (HNO3)

Product Number                 207012



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

CADMIUM ATOMIC ABSORPTION            None         None        None

STANDARDSOLUTION (HNO3)



Ingredient Name            Percent   CAS #        EC no       Annex I

                                                              Index Number

The hazards identified               None         None        None

with this product are

those associated with

the following

component(s):



NITRIC ACID, >=70%       1         7697-37-2   231-714-2 007-004-00-1

Symbols: O C

R-Phrases: 8 35

   Contact with combustible material may cause fire. Causes severe

   burns.



CADMIUM                    <= 0.0001 7440-43-9    231-152-8   None



3 - Hazards Identification



SPECIAL INDICATION OF HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND THE ENVIRONMENT

   Irritating to eyes and skin.





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 contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious

   amounts of water.



AFTER EYE CONTACT

   In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with copious amounts

   of water for at least 15 minutes.



AFTER INGESTION

   If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is

   conscious. Call a physician.



5 - Fire Fighting Measures



EXTINGUISHING MEDIA

   Suitable: Water spray. Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or

   appropriate foam.



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



PROCEDURE(S) OF PERSONAL PRECAUTION(S)

   Wear respirator, chemical safety goggles, rubber boots, and

   heavy rubber gloves.



METHODS FOR CLEANING UP

   Absorb on sand or vermiculite and place in closed containers for

   disposal. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material

   pickup is complete.



7 - Handling and Storage



HANDLING

   Directions for Safe Handling: Do not breathe vapor. Avoid

   contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid prolonged or

   repeated exposure.



STORAGE

   Conditions of Storage: Keep tightly closed.



8 - Exposure Controls / Personal Protection



ENGINEERING CONTROLS

   Mechanical exhaust required. Safety shower and eye bath.



GENERAL HYGIENE MEASURES

   Wash thoroughly after handling.



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: Liquid







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Property                Value                 At Temperature or Pressure



pH                      N/A

BP/BP Range             N/A

MP/MP Range             N/A

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          N/A

SG/Density              1.01 g/cm3

Partition Coefficient   N/A

Viscosity               N/A

Vapor Density           N/A

Saturated Vapor Conc.   N/A

Evaporation Rate        N/A

Bulk Density            N/A

Decomposition Temp.     N/A

Solvent Content         N/A

Water Content           N/A

Surface Tension         N/A

Conductivity            N/A

Miscellaneous Data      N/A

Solubility              N/A



10 - Stability and Reactivity



STABILITY

   Stable: Stable.

   Materials to Avoid: Strong oxidizing agents May react with metals,

   releasing flammable hydrogen gas.



HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS

   Hazardous Decomposition Products: Nitrogen oxides, Cadmium/cadmium

   oxides.



HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION

   Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur



11 - Toxicological Information



SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE

   To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and

   toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.



ROUTE OF EXPOSURE

   Skin Contact: Causes skin irritation.

   Skin Absorption: May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.

   Eye Contact: Causes eye irritation.

   Inhalation: May be harmful if inhaled. Material may be

   irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.

   Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed.



12 - Ecological Information



No data available.



13 - Disposal Considerations



SUBSTANCE DISPOSAL





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   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#: 3264

   Class: 8

   PG: III

   Proper Shipping Name: Corrosive liquid, acidic,

   inorganic, n.o.s.



IMDG

   UN#: 3264

   Class: 8

   PG: III

   Proper Shipping Name: CORROSIVE LIQUID, ACIDIC,

   INORGANIC, N.O.S.

   Marine Pollutant: No

   Severe Marine Pollutant: No

   Technical Name: Required



IATA

   UN#: 3264

   Class: 8

   PG: III

   Proper Shipping Name: Corrosive liquid, acidic,

   inorganic, n.o.s.

   Inhalation Packing Group I: No

   Technical Name: Required



15 - Regulatory Information



CLASSIFICATION AND LABELING ACCORDING TO EU DIRECTIVES

   INDICATION OF DANGER: Xi

     Irritant.

   R-PHRASES: 36/38

     Irritating to eyes and skin.

   S-PHRASES: 26 36

     In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of

     water and seek medical advice. Wear suitable protective

     clothing.



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 2005 Sigma-Aldrich Co. License granted to make unlimited

   paper copies for internal use only.



DISCLAIMER





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  For R&D use only. Not for drug, household or other uses.









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