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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
I PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Trade Name: Cadmium Chloride Chemical Family: Cadmium compounds
Formula Wt: 228.34 Formula: CdCl2*22.5H2O
CAS #: 7790-78-5 NIOSH/RTECS #: EV0178000
Synonyms: Cadmium Chloride, Hemipentahydrate; Cadmium Dichloride
HMIS Ratings: Health: 3 (Severe-Cancer!) Flammability: 0 Reactivity: 0 Contact: 3 (Severe)
SAF-T-DATA Storage Color Code: Blue (Health)
U.S. Precautionary labeling: POISON! DANGER! May be fatal if swallowed or inhaled. Exceptional health hazard. Before using, read Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for this material. Note: Reporting as causing cancer in laboratory animals. Exercise due care. Danger, contains cadmium, cancer hazard, avoid creating dust, can cause lung and kidney disease. Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. Do not breathe dust. Keep in tightly closed container. Use with adequate ventilation.
Wash thoroughly after handling.
International Labeling: Avoid contact with eyes. After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water. Keep container
tightly closed.
II HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS
Weight %: 99-100 OSHA PEL: N/E ACGIH/TLV: N/E
Sara/Title Hazard Categories and Lists:
Acute: Yes Chronic: Yes Flammability: No Pressure: No Reactivity: No
Extremely Hazardous Substance: No CERCLA Hazardous Substance: Yes
Generic Class: Generic Class Removed form CFR: 7-1-91 SARA 313 Toxic Chemicals: Yes
TSCA Inventory: Yes. Contains Cadmium Chloride (RQ=100 LBS). Contains Cadmium
State Lists: For products sold in the State of California, the state requires that we provide to users and their employees the following message: WARNING: THIS PRODUCT IS A CHEMICAL KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER.
III PHYSICAL DATA
Boiling Point (at 760 mm Hg): 960 oC (1760 oF) pH: N/A
Specific Gravity (H2O=1): 3.33 Solubility (H2O): Complete 100%
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): N/A Vapor Density (air=1): 6.3
% Volatile by Volume (at 21 oC): 0 Evaporation Rate: NA
Melting Point (760 mm Hg): 568 oC (1054 oF) Odor Threshold (ppm): NA
Appearance and Odor: Colorless or white granules. Odorless Physical State: Solid
IV FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS DATA
Flash Point (Closed Cup): N/A Autoignition Temperature: N/A
Flammable Limits: N/A
Fire Extinguishing Media: Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire.
Special Fire-fighting Procedures: Firefighters should wear proper protective equipment and self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated in positive pressure mode. Move containers form fire area if it can be done without risk. Use water to keep fire-exposed containers cool.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Closed containers exposed to heat may explode.
Toxic gases Produced: Cadmium fumes, hydrogen chloride
Explosion Data-Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact: None identified
Explosion Data-sensitivity to Static Discharge: None identified
V HEALTH HAZARD DATA
TLV/TWA: 0.01 mg/m3 (TLV is for Cadmium, dusts and salts, as Cd.)
Permissible exposure limit (PEL): 0.2 mg/m3 (PEL is for Cadmium dust, as Cd.)
Short-Term Exposure Limit (STEL): Not established
Toxicity of Components: Intraperitoneal Mouse LD50 for Cadmium Chloride, 2.5 Hydrate 7 mg/kg.
Reproductive Effects: None identified
Carcinogenicity: NTP: Yes IARC: Yes Z List: No OSHA Reg: No
This substance is listed as a NTP anticipated human carcinogen and an IARC probable human carcinogen (Groups 2A and 2B).
Effects of Overexposure:
Inhalation: Is harmful and may be fatal.
Skin Contact: None identified
Eye Contact: None identified
Skin Absorption: None identified
Ingestion: Gastrointestinal pain, and may be fatal.
Chronic Effects: Liver damage, lung damage, kidney damage
Target Organs: Respiratory system, lungs, kidneys, prostrate, blood
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: None identified.
Primary Routes of Entry: Inhalation and ingestion
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES:
INGESTION: CALL A PHYSICIAN. If swallowed, if conscious, immediately induce vomiting.
INHALATION: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Prompt actions essential.
SKIN CONTACT: In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before re-use.
EYE CONTACT: In case of eye contact, immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
VI REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Stable
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Incompatibility (Material to Avoid): None identified
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Cadmium fumes, hydrogen chloride
Conditions to Avoid: Heat
VII SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
Steps to Be Taken in Case Material Is Released or Spilled: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing. With clean shovel, carefully place material into clean, dry container and cover; remove from area. Flush spill area with water.
Waste Disposal Method: Dispose in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and Local environmental regulations.
EPA Hazardous Waste Number: D006 (EP Toxic Waste)
VIII INDUSTRIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Ventilation: Use general or local exhaust ventilation to meet TLV requirements.
Respiratory Protection: Respiratory protection required if airborne concentration exceeds TLV. At concentrations up to 1 ppm, a high-efficiency particulate respirator is recommended. Above this level, a self-contained breathing apparatus is advised.
Eye/Skin Protection: Safety goggles, uniform, apron, rubber gloves are recommended.
IX STORAGE AND HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
SAF-T-DATA Storage Color Code: Blue
Storage Requirements: Keep container tightly closed. Store in secure poison area.
(DOT):
Proper Shipping Name: Cadmium compounds (Cadmium Chloride, 2.5-Hydrate)
Hazard Class: 6.1
IMO Page: 6093
UN #: UN2570
Marine Pollutants: Yes
Packaging Group: III
Labels: 6 TOXIC
Regulatory References: 49CFR PART 176; IMDG Code
AIR (ICAO):
Proper Shipping Name: Cadmium compounds (cadmium Chloride, 2.5-Hydrate)
Hazard Class: 6.1
Packaging Group: III
UN #: UN2570
Labels: 6 POISON
Regulatory References: 49 CFR PART 175; ICAO=== We believe the transportation data and references contains herein to be factual and the opinion of qualified experts. The data is meant as a guide to the overall classification of the product and is not package size specific, nor should it be taken as a warranty or representation for which the company assumes legal responsibility. The information must be determined by the user to be in accordance with applicable Federal, State and Local laws and regulations. See shipper requirements 49CFR 171.2, Certification 172.204, and employee training 49 CFR 173.1(b).
U.S. Customs Harmonization Number: 28273900002
*When handling liquid products, secondary protective containers must be used for carrying.
The information in this Material Safety Data Sheet meets the requirements of the United States OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ACT and regulations promulgated thereunder (29 CFR 1910.1200 et. seq.). This document is intended only as a guide to the appropriate precautionary handling of the material by a person trained in, or supervised by a person trained in, chemical handling. The user is responsible for determining the precautions and dangers of this chemical for his or her particular application. Depending on usage, protective clothing including eye and face guards and respirators must be used to avoid contact with material or breathing chemical vapors/fumes.
Exposure to this product may have serious adverse health effects. This chemical may interact with other substances. Since the potential uses are so varied, ESPI cannot warn of all the potential dangers of use or interaction with other chemicals or materials. ESPI warrants that the chemical meets the specifications set forth on the label. ESPI DISCLAIMS ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED WITH REGARD TO THE PRODUCT SUPPLIED HEREUNDER, ITS’ MERCHANTABILITY OR ITS FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
The user should recognize that this product can cause severe injury and even death, especially if improperly handled or the known dangers of use are not heeded. READ ALL PRECAUTIONARY INFORMATION. As new documented general safety information becomes available, ESPI will periodically revise this Material Safety Data Sheet.
CHEMTREC, CANUTEC, and NATIONAL RESPONSE CENTER emergency telephone numbers are to be used ONLY in the event of CHEMICAL EMERGENCIES involving a spill, leak, fire, exposure, or accident involving chemicals.
Prepared by: S. Dierks
Dated: April 1996