SIGMA-ALDRICH



                         Material Safety Data Sheet



                                                 Date Printed: 17/APR/2005

                                                 Date Updated: 02/APR/2004

                                                               Version 1.2

                                                   According to 91/155/EEC





1 - Product and Company Information



Product Name                   CHROMIUM(III) ICP STANDARD SOLUTION FLUK

Product Number                 94238



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

CHROMIUM(III) ION STANDARD           None         None        None

SOLUTION , IN NITRIC ACID



Ingredient Name            Percent   CAS #        EC no       Annex I

                                                              Index Number

CHROMIUM(III) NITRATE    >=   0.5    7789-02-8    236-921-1   None

NONAHYDRATE              <=   1.5

Symbols: O Xi

R-Phrases: 8 36/37/38

   Contact with combustible   material may cause fire. Irritating to

   eyes, respiratory system   and skin.



NITRIC ACID, FUMING        >= 0.1    7697-37-2    231-714-2   007-004-00-1

                           <= 0.5

Symbols: O C

R-Phrases: 8 35

   Contact with combustible material may cause fire. Causes severe

   burns.



WATER                      >= 97.5   7732-18-5    231-791-2   None



3 - Hazards Identification





SPECIAL INDICATION OF HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND THE ENVIRONMENT

   Not hazardous according to Directive 67/548/EC.



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.



5 - Fire Fighting Measures



EXTINGUISHING MEDIA

   Suitable: Use extinguishing media appropriate to surrounding

   fire conditions. Quench with large quantities of water. Use

   water spray to cool fire-exposed containers.



SPECIAL RISKS

   Specific Hazard(s): Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.

   Combustion Products: Nitrogen oxides

   Combustion Gases: May react with metals, releasing flammable

   hydrogen gas.



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 protective equipment.



ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTION(S)

   Keep unneutralized product out of sewers, watersheds, and water

   systems.



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. Do not get

   in eyes, on skin, on 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. Discard contaminated clothing and

   shoes.







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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



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 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.

   Conditions of Instability: May discolor on exposure to light.

   Materials to Avoid: Metals.



HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS

   Hazardous Decomposition Products: Nitrogen 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: May cause skin irritation.

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

   Eye Contact: May cause 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.





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12 - Ecological Information



No data available.



13 - Disposal Considerations



SUBSTANCE DISPOSAL

   Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose

   of this material. 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



Not hazardous according to Directive 67/548/EC.



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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