MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

I.   PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

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ESPI Metals

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Product Name:     Strontium Carbonate

Formula:              SrCO₃

CAS Number:       1633-052

II.   HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

Hazardous Component:  Strontium Carbonate

Percent (%):                   0-100

OSHA/PEL:                      N/E

ACGIH/TLV:                    N/E

HMIS Rating:

Health:                            2

Flammability:                 0

Reactivity:                      0

III.   PHYSICAL DATA

Boiling Point:                   1340 ^oC

Melting Point:                  1497 ^oC

Specific Gravity:             3.7 g/cc

Solubility in H₂O:            Soluble

Appearance and Odor:   White powder or pieces, no odor.

IV.   FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS DATA

Flash Point (Method used):  N/E or N/A

Autoignition Temperature:  N/A

Explosive Limits:  Lower:  N/A         Upper:  N/A

Extinguishing Media:  Use suitable extinguishing media for surrounding material and type of fire.

Special Firefighting Procedures:  Firefighters must wear full face, self-contained breathing apparatus with full protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.  Fumes from fire are hazardous.  Isolate runoff to prevent environmental pollution.

Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazard:  None recorded.

V.   HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION

Effects of Exposure:

To the best of our knowledge the chemical, physical and toxicological properties of strontium carbonate have not been thoroughly investigated and reported.

Strontium compounds have a low order of toxicity.  It is chemically and biologically similar to calcium.  Strontium salicylate is the most toxic compound.  The oxides and hydroxides are moderately caustic materials.  (Sax, Dangerous Properties of Industrial Materials, eighth edition)

Acute Effects:

Inhalation:  May cause irritation to the respiratory system, coughing and shortness of breath.

Ingestion:  May cause excessive salivation, vomiting, colic and diarrhea.

Skin:  May cause irritation. 

Eye:  May cause irritation and visual impairment.

Chronic Effects:

Inhalation:  May cause pulmonary edema.

Ingestion:  No chronic health effects recorded.

Skin:  May cause dermatitis.

Eye:  No chronic health effects recorded.

Routes of Entry:  Inhalation, skin, eyes, ingestion.

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure:  Pre-existing respiratory disorders.

Carcinogenicity:  NTP:  No      IARC:  No     OSHA:  No

EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES:

INHALATION:  Remove victim to fresh air, keep warm and quiet, give oxygen if breathing is difficult and seek medical attention.

INGESTION:  Give 1-2 glasses of milk or water and induce vomiting, seek medical attention.  Never induce vomiting or give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.

SKIN:  Remove contaminated clothing, brush material off skin, wash affected area with mild soap and water.  Seek medical attention.

EYES:  Flush eyes with lukewarm water, lifting upper and lower eyelids, for at least 15 minutes.  Seek medical attention.

VI.   REACTIVITY DATA

Stability:  Stable

Conditions to Avoid:  None

Incompatibility (Material to Avoid):  None

Hazardous Decomposition Products:  Strontium oxide and carbon dioxide.

Hazardous Polymerization:  Will not occur.

VII.   SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES

Steps to Be Taken If Spilled or Released:  Wear appropriate respiratory and protective equipment specified in section VIII.  Isolate spill area and provide ventilation.  Vacuum up spill using a high efficiency particulate absolute (HEPA) air filter and place in a closed container for proper disposal.  Take care not to raise dust.

Waste Disposal Method:  Dispose of in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.