SIGMA-ALDRICH
Material Safety Data Sheet
Date Printed: 27/NOV/2005
Date Updated: 01/SEP/2005
Version 1.1
According to 91/155/EEC
1 - Product and Company Information
Product Name 0.1 MOL IRON(II) SULFATE FIXANAL
(27.802G FESO4 7H2O IN 1EA)
Product Number 38047
Company Sigma-Aldrich Pty. Ltd.
12 Anella Avenue
Castle Hill NSW 2154
Australia
Technical Phone # +61 2 9841 0555 (1800 800 097)
Fax +61 2 9841 0500 (1800 800 096)
Emergency Phone # +44 8701906777 (1800 448 465)
2 - Composition/Information on Ingredients
Product Name CAS # EC no Annex I
Index Number
Iron(II) sulfate 0,1 mol, (27,802 None 231-753-5 None
g FeSO4*7H2O), FIXANAL
Ingredient Name Percent CAS # EC no Annex I
Index Number
IRON (II) SULFATE >= 14 7720-78-7 231-753-5 None
<= 15
Symbols: Xn
R-Phrases: 22
Harmful if swallowed.
WATER >= 85 7732-18-5 231-791-2 None
Synonyms Copperas * Duretter * Duroferon * Exsiccated
ferrous sulfate * Exsiccated ferrous sulphate *
Feosol * Feospan * Fer-In-Sol * Ferro-gradumet *
Ferralyn * Ferrosulfat (German) * Ferrosulfate *
Ferro-Theron * Ferrous sulfate * Ferrous sulfate
(1:1) * Ferrous sulphate * Fersolate * Green
vitriol * Iron monosulfate * Iron sulfate (1:1)
* Iron(II) sulfate * Iron(2+) sulfate * Iron(2+)
sulfate (1:1) * Iron vitriol * Irospan * Kesuka
* Slow Fe * Sulferrous * Sulfuric acid, iron(2+)
salt (1:1)
3 - Hazards Identification
SPECIAL INDICATION OF HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND THE ENVIRONMENT
Not hazardous according to Directive 67/548/EEC.
4 - First Aid Measures
AFTER INHALATION
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If breathing becomes difficult,
call a physician.
AFTER SKIN CONTACT
In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious
amounts of water.
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.
5 - Fire Fighting Measures
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Suitable: Noncombustible. Use extinguishing media appropriate to
surrounding fire conditions.
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
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: Avoid inhalation. 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
Safety shower and eye bath. Mechanical exhaust required.
GENERAL HYGIENE MEASURES
Wash thoroughly after handling.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Hand Protection: Protective gloves.
Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles.
9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance Physical State: Liquid
Color: Light - green
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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 1.3 g/cm3 20 掳C
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.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Iron oxides, Sulfur oxides.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
11 - Toxicological Information
RTECS NUMBER: NO8500000
ACUTE TOXICITY
LDLO
Oral
Woman
540 mg/kg
Remarks: Gastrointestinal:Peritonitis. Lungs, Thorax, or
Respiration:Dyspnea. Behavioral:Somnolence (general depressed
activity).
LDLO
Oral
Child
435 mg/kg
Remarks: Behavioral:Coma. Vascular:BP lowering not
charactertized in autonomic section. Liver:Jaundice, other or
unclassified.
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LDLO
Oral
Child
390 mg/kg
Remarks: Nutritional and Gross Metabolic:Changes in:Body
temperature increase. Behavioral:Anorexia (human).
Behavioral:Somnolence (general depressed activity).
LDLO
Oral
Woman
60 mg/kg
Remarks: Kidney, Ureter, Bladder:Changes in tubules (including
acute renal failure, acute tubular necrosis).
Behavioral:Somnolence (general depressed activity).
Gastrointestinal:Nausea or vomiting.
LDLO
Oral
Infant
4.4 mg/kg
Remarks: Kidney, Ureter, Bladder:Changes in tubules (including
acute renal failure, acute tubular necrosis).
Gastrointestinal:Nausea or vomiting. Behavioral:Coma.
LD50
Oral
Rat
319 mg/kg
LD50
Subcutaneous
Rat
155 MG/KG
LD50
Oral
Mouse
680 mg/kg
LD50
Intraperitoneal
Mouse
106 MG/KG
LD50
Subcutaneous
Mouse
60300 UG/KG
LD50
Intravenous
Mouse
112 MG/KG
LD50
Intravenous
Dog
79 MG/KG
LD50
Oral
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Guinea pig
1200 mg/kg
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: May cause skin irritation.
Skin Absorption: May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Eye Contact: May cause eye irritation.
Inhalation: Material may be irritating to mucous membranes and
upper respiratory tract. May be harmful if inhaled.
Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed.
CHRONIC EXPOSURE - CARCINOGEN
Mouse
Route of Application: Subcutaneous
Exposure Time: 16W
Result: Tumorigenic:Equivocal tumorigenic agent by RTECS
criteria. Tumorigenic:Tumors at site or application.
CHRONIC EXPOSURE - MUTAGEN
Hamster
900 UMOL/L
Cell Type: Embryo
Morphological transformation.
Hamster
1250 MG/L
Cell Type: fibroblast
Cytogenetic analysis
Hamster
5 MMOL/L
Cell Type: ovary
Cytogenetic analysis
CHRONIC EXPOSURE - TERATOGEN
Species: Rat
Dose: 7200 MG/KG
Route of Application: Oral
Exposure Time: (9-14D PREG)
Result: Effects on Embryo or Fetus: Fetal death.
CHRONIC EXPOSURE - REPRODUCTIVE HAZARD
Species: Rat
Dose: 12153 UG/KG
Route of Application: Intratesticular
Exposure Time: (1D MALE)
Result: Paternal Effects: Testes, epididymis, sperm duct.
12 - Ecological Information
No data available.
13 - Disposal Considerations
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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
Non-hazardous for road transport.
IMDG
Non-hazardous for sea transport.
IATA
Non-hazardous for air transport.
15 - Regulatory Information
Not hazardous according to Directive 67/548/EEC.
COUNTRY SPECIFIC INFORMATION
Germany
WGK: 1 (Self classification)
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
For R&D use only. Not for drug, household or other uses.
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