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Material Safety Data Sheet from Genium's Reference Collection Genium Publishing Corporation 1145 Catalvn Street Schenectady, NY 1'2303-1836USA (5181 377-8855 GEMUM PUBLISHING CORP. SECTION 1. MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION No. 244 FERRIC CHLORIDE Issued: November 1988 27 Material Name: FERRIC CHLORIDE* Description (OriginAJses): Used in photography; in the manufacture of other iron salts; as a catalyst in organic reacuons; as an oxidizing agent in dye manufacturing; in chlorination of silver and copper ores; and in purifying factory effluents and deodorizing sewage. Other Designations: Iron Chloride; Iron (III) Chloride; Iron Trichloride; Ferric Trichloride; Ferric Perchloride; Genium Iron Perchloride; Iron Sesquichloride; Flores Maries; FeCl,; CAS No. 7705-08-0 HMIS Manufacturer: Contact your supplier or distributor. Consult the latest edition of the Chemicatweek Buyers' Guide (Genium ref. 73) for a list of suppliers. Do not confuse this material with ferrous chloride (see Genium industrial MSDS 245) or with feme chloride solution (see Genium industrial MSDS 19). H1 F0 R0 PPG* See sect. 8 R I S K SECTION 2. INGREDIENTS AND HAZARDS % EXPOSURE LIMITS Feme Chloride, CAS No. 7705-08-0 Ca 100 OSHA PEL 8-Hr TWA: 1 mg/mJ* ACGIH TLV, 1988-89 TLV-TWA: l mg/m1* Defined for soluble iron salts as Fe. *See NIOSH, RTECS (U9100000), for additional cata with references to reproductive effects. Toxicity Data** Rat, OraL LDW: 1872 mg/kg Mouse, Oral. LD^: 1278 mg/kg SECTION 3. PHYSICAL DATA Boiling Point: Ca 601'F (316'C) Melting Point: Ca 672'F (300*C) (Volatilization begins.) pH: 2.0* (Acidic) Molecular Weight: 162 Grams/Mole Solubility in Water (%): Complete Specific Gravity (HjO = 1): 2.90 Appearance and Odor: Solid, hexagonal leaflets or plates that appear red by transmitted light, green by reflected light, and can appear brownish black; odorless. Measured for a 0.1 molar aqueous solution of ferric chloride. SECTION 4. FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA Flash Point* | Autoignition Temperature* LEL* UEL* Extinguishing Media: 'Feme chloride is a simple inorganic salt that will not bum. Use extinguishing agents that will put out the surround ing fire. Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: None reported or expected. Special Fire-fighting Procedures: Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) with a full facepiece operated in the pressure-demand or positive-pressure mode for protection against the chlorine gas (CL) that can be produced if the ferric chloride decomposes at a high temperature. Comments: Feme chloride is a very hygroscopic material (it readily absorbs available moisture in any form). If possible, prevent exposing it to the water that is being used as an extinguishing agent, because unnecessary loss of the feme chloride product can result from its accidental exposure to moisture. SECTION 5. REACTIVITY DATA Stability/Polymerization: Ferric chloride is stable in closed, airtight, moisture-proof containers during routine operations at room temperature. Hazardous polymerization cannot occur. Chemical Incompatibilities: Hazardous reactions between feme chloride and allyl chloride, potassium, and sodium are reported in Genium reference 84. Conditions to Avoid: Avoid exposure to incompatible chemicals or excessive temperature. Accidental exposure to any form of moisture (water, steam, or moist air) can soften the solid ferric chloride and may eventually dissolve it. Hazardous Products of Decomposition: Ferrous chloride (FeCl2) and chlorine gas (Cl,) can be produced by thermaloxidative degradation of ferric chloride at elevated temperatures. Water solutions of ferric chloride can slowly break down and give off toxic hydrogen chloride gas (HQ). SECTION 6. HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION Carcinogenicity: Feme chloride is not listed as a carcinogen by the NTP, IARC, or OSHA. Summary of Risks: Ferric chloride has moderate to low oral toxicity; the estimated lethal'dose for a human is 30 grams for soluble feme salts. Ingestion of this material can cause gastrointestinal imtaiion. Ingestion of this material may cause severe irritation to the mouth and throat, weak and rapid pulse, low blood pressure, nausea, vomiting blood, violent diarrhea, shock, dark purple skin discoloration, and possibly coma (Genium ref. 84). Inhalation of ferric chloride as a dust or solution is irritating to the respiratory tract: skin contact will also result in irritation that is aggravated by sweat. Medical Conditions Aggravated by Long-Term Exposure: None reported. Target Organs: Skin, eyes, respiratory system. Primary Entry: Inhalation, skin contact. Acute Effects: Irritation of skin and eyes; inhalation causes irritation of the respiratory system. Chronic Effects: Excessive intake of feme chloride may result in increased accumulation of iron Copjm|M 1988 by Geawm PuMutanf Carper*000 Any commercial use or fcprodaciioo wuimt um pnblabcr'i penmtpon a prombicctf DO A 071995 CONFTDFNTTA1 No. 244 FERRIC CHLORIDE 11/88 SECTION 6. HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION, cont.________ ________ in the exposed person s body, especially in the liver, spleen, and lymphatic system. Mottling of the lungs may occur bom long-term inhala tion of ferric chloride dust. FIRST AID: Eyes. Immediately flush eyes, including under the eyelids, gently but thoroughly with flooding amounts of running water for at least 15 minutes. Skin. Rinse the affected area with flooding amounts of water and then wash it with soap and water. Inhalation. Remove the exposed person to fresh air; restore and/or support his or her breathing as needed. Have qualified medical personnel administer oxygen as reauired. Ingestion. Unlikely. If ingestion should occur, dilute the material slowly with 1 to 2 glasses of milk or water. Do not induce vomiting. Get medical help (in plant, paramedic, community) for all exposures. Seek prompt medical assistance for further treatment, observation, and support after first aid. Note to Physician: Treat ingestion of ferric chloride by performing a gastric lavage followed by saline catharsis and anodyne. Administer deferoxamine intravenously and observe the patient for late stricture. The amount accidentally ingested can be estimated from the iron levels in the exposed person's serum, plasma, or urine. SECTION 7. SPILL, LEAK. AND DISPOSAL PROCEDURES Spill/Leak: Scoop, sweep, or vacuum spilled ferric chloride into suitable containers for disposal. Do not create dusty conditions during cleanup operations. If possible, do not expose the spilled ferric chloride to water because this product dissolves completely. Cleanup personnel should wear appropriate personal protective equipment (see sect. 8). Waste Disposal: Contact your supplier or a licensed contractor for detailed recommendations. Follow Federal, state, and local regulations. OSHA Designations Listed as an Air Contaminant (29 CFR 1910.1000 Subpart Z). EPA Designations (40 CFR 302.4). CERCLA Hazardous Substance, Reportable Quantity: 1000 lbs (454 kg), per the Clean Water Act (CWA), 311 (b) (4). SECTION 8. SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION Goggles: Always wear protecuve eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles. Where solashmg of feme chloride solutions is possible, wear a full face shield. Follow OSHA eye- and face-protecnon regulations (29 CFR 1910.133). Respirator Follow OSHA respirator regulations (29 CFR 1910.134). If excessive airborne dust levels exist, a dust respirator approved by NIOSH may be useful if the ventilation controls do not maintain airborne concentrations of ferric chloride below the TLV cited in section 2. Warning: Air-punfying respirators will not protect workers in oxygen-deficient atmospheres. Other: Wear impervious gloves, boots, aprons, and gauntlets to prevent prolonged or repeated skin contact with ferric chloride and its dust or solutions. Ventilation: Install and operate general and local ventilation systems powerful enough to maintain airborne levels of ferric chloride below the ACGIH TLV cited in secuon 2. Local exhaust ventilation is preferred because it prevents dispersion of the contaminant into the general work area by eliminating it at its source. Consult the latest edition of Genium reference 103 for detailed recommendations. Safety Stations: Make emergency eyewash stations, safety/quick-drench showers, and washing facilities available in work areas. Contaminated Equipment: Contact lenses pose a special hazard; soft lenses may absorb irritants, and all lenses concentrate them. Do not wear contact lenses in any work area. Remove contaminated clothing and launder it before wearing it again; clean this material from your shoes and equipment. Comments: Practice good personal hygiene; always wash thoroughly after using this material and before eating, drinking, smoking, using the toilet, or applying cosmetics. Keep it off your clothing and equipment. Avoid transferring it from vour hands to vour mouth while eating, drinking, or smoking. Do not eat, drink, or smoke in any work area. SECTION 9. SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS AND COMMENTS Storage/Segregation: Store feme chloride in a cool, dry, well-venulated area away from incompatible chemicals (see sect. 5). Special Handling/Storage: Accidental moisture contamination of storage facilities can result in solid ferric chloride absorbing the moisture. Keep storage facilities airtight and moisture proof. Test sumps and low-lying, vented areas containing feme chloride solutions for hydrogen chloride gas before entering them. DOT Shipping Name: Fenic Chloride, Solid, or Ferric Chloride Solution DOT Hazard Class: ORM-B (Solid) or Corrosive Material (Solution) ID No. UN1773 (Solid) or UN2582 (Solution) DOT Label: None (Solid) or Corrosive (Solution) DOT Packaging Requirements: 49 CFR 173.510 (Solid) or 49 CFR 173.245 (Solution) DOT Packaging Exceptions: 49 CFR 173.505 (Solid) or 49 CFR 173.244 (Solution) IMO Shipping Name: Ferric Chloride, Anhydrous, or Ferric Chloride, Solution IMO Hazard Class: 8 (Both Forms) IMO Label: Corrosive (Both Forms) DO A 0?1996 CONFTDFNTTAl References: 1, 84-94, 108, 116, 117, 120, 122. ludgmenti at to the ratability of information haem for purchaser'! purposes ate necessarily purchaser s responsibility. Therefore, although reasonable cate has ! iw, taken in the sreptrstion of such informsboo. Genium Publishing Core, extends no warranties, makes no representations and assumes no responsibility : as to the accuracy or suitability of such mformrcion for application to intended cureaaes or for cooaeouences of its use. aj Prepared by PJ Igoe, BS Industrial Hygiene Review: DJ Wilson. CIH Medical Review: MJ Hardies. MD CopyngM e 19B fcy Goman febltatac Copormooc ABf ewmwital bm or vutwic tto* paMtatar'i pounce if pfliuboL