Palladium Chloride
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
I. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Manufacturer/Supplier:
ESPI Metals
1050 Benson Way, Ashland, OR 97520
Toll Free (800) 638-2581 * Fax (541) 488-8313
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Product Name: Palladium Chloride
II. HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
ACGIH/TLV (Units): None published
III. PHYSICAL DATA
Boiling Point: Decomposes
Melting Point: N/A
Specific Gravity: N/A
Solubility in H2O: Moderate to Insoluble
Appearance and Odor: Brown-Red Crystal, Powder
IV. FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS DATA
Flash Point (Method Used): N/A
Autoignition Temperature: Non-Flammable
Flammable Limits: Upper: N/A Lower: N/A
Extinguishing Media: As applicable to surroundings
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Air mask
Unusual Fire & Explosion: May emit toxic fumes of C12
V. HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
Threshold Limit Value: None published
Effects of Over Exposure: May cause eye, throat, skin irritation. An experimental carcinogen.
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES:
EYES: Flush with copious amounts of water for 15 minutes.
SKIN: Wash with soap and water and a large volume of water. Seek medical assistance as necessary, especially if irritation develops or persists.
INHALATION: Remove from exposure, seek immediate medical attention.
INGESTION: Seek immediate medical attention.
VI. REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Stable
Incompatibility (Material to Avoid): ZN, Mg, Al, HNO3, Acids, Alkalis, Organic solvents, Cyan.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: PdO, C12
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not Occur
VII. SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
Steps to Be Taken in Case Material Is Released or Spilled: Place in a sealed container.
Waste Disposal Method: In accordance with Local, State and Federal Waste Disposal Regulations. Ship to precious metal refiner.
VIII. SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Respiratory Protection (Specify Type): NIOSH/MSHA approved
Ventilation: Local exhaust
Protective Gloves: For all contact rubber
Eye Protection: Safety goggles
Other Protective Equipment: Normal labwear
IX. SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Other Handling and Storage Conditions:
Store in cool dry place.
Keep tightly sealed when not in use.
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Do not get in eyes, on skin or clothing.
Do not breathe dust, vapor, mist, or gas.
Keep away from heat, sparks and open flames.
Do not store near combustibles.
Empty container may contain hazardous residues.
Flammable solid.
The above information is believed to be correct, but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. ESPI shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product.
Prepared by: S. Dierks
Dated: January 1994