Guanidine Nitrate Pure MSDS

Section 1: Chemical Product and Company Identification

Product Name: Guanidine Nitrate Pure

Catalog Codes: SLG1840

CAS#: 506-93-4

RTECS: MF4350000

TSCA: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Guanidine Nitrate Pure

CI#: Not available.

Synonym: Aminomethanamidine nitrate

Chemical Name: Not available.

Chemical Formula: CH6N4O3

Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients

Composition:

Name CAS # % by Weight

Guanidine nitrate 506-93-4 100

Toxicological Data on Ingredients: Guanidine nitrate LD50: Not available. LC50: Not available.

Section 3: Hazards Identification

Potential Acute Health Effects:

Extremely hazardous in case of ingestion. Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant, sensitizer), of eye contact

(irritant). Prolonged exposure may result in skin burns and ulcerations. Over-exposure by inhalation may cause

respiratory irritation.

Potential Chronic Health Effects:

Very hazardous in case of ingestion.

Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant, sensitizer), of eye contact (irritant).

CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.

MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.

TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.

DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.

The substance is toxic to blood, lungs, the nervous system, mucous membranes.

Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage.

Section 4: First Aid Measures

Eye Contact:

Check for and remove any contact lenses. Immediately flush eyes with running water for at least 15 minutes,

keeping eyelids open. Cold water may be used. Do not use an eye ointment. Seek medical attention.

Skin Contact:

After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water. Gently and thoroughly wash the contaminated skin

with running water and non-abrasive soap. Be particularly careful to clean folds, crevices, creases and groin.

Cold water may be used. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.

Wash contaminated clothing before reusing.

Serious Skin Contact:

Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek medical

attention.

Inhalation: Allow the victim to rest in a well ventilated area. Seek immediate medical attention.

Serious Inhalation:

Evacuate the victim to a safe area as soon as possible. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or

waistband. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth

resuscitation. Seek medical attention.

Ingestion:

Do not induce vomiting. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If the victim is not

breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Seek immediate medical attention.

Serious Ingestion: Not available.

Section 5: Fire and Explosion Data

Flammability of the Product: May be combustible at high temperature.

Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not available.

Flash Points: Not available.

Flammable Limits: Not available.

Products of Combustion: These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2), nitrogen oxides (NO, NO2...).

Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:

Extremely flammable in presence of open flames and sparks, of shocks, of heat.

Flammable in presence of organic materials.

Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Extremely explosive in presence of open flames and sparks, of

shocks, of heat, of reducing materials.

Fire Fighting Media and Instructions:

Oxidizing material.

Do not use water jet. Use flooding quantities of water. Avoid contact with organic materials.

Special Remarks on Fire Hazards:

Dangerous fire and explosion risk. May explode when heated. When heated to decomposition it burns or

explodes.

Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards: Not available.

Section 6: Accidental Release Measures

Small Spill: Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container.

Large Spill:

Oxidizing material.

Stop leak if without risk. Avoid contact with a combustible material (wood, paper, oil, clothing...). Keep substance

damp using water spray. Do not touch spilled material. Prevent entry into sewers, basements or confined areas;

dike if needed. Eliminate all ignition sources. Call for assistance on disposal.

Section 7: Handling and Storage

Precautions:

Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Keep away from combustible material Empty

containers pose a fire risk, evaporate the residue under a fume hood. Ground all equipment containing material.

Do not breathe dust. Take precautionary measures against electrostatic discharges. Wear suitable protective

clothing If you feel unwell, seek medical attention and show the label when possible. Avoid contact with skin and

eyes Keep away from incompatibles such as reducing agents, combustible materials, organic materials.

Storage:

Keep container dry. Keep in a cool place. Ground all equipment containing material. Oxidizing materials should

be stored in a separate safety storage cabinet or room.

Section 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Engineering Controls:

Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below

recommended exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to

airborne contaminants below the exposure limit.

Personal Protection:

Splash goggles. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.

Gloves.

Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill:

Splash goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be used

to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist

BEFORE handling this product.

Exposure Limits: Not available.

Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties

Physical state and appearance: Solid.

Odor: Not available.

Taste: Not available.

Molecular Weight: 122.08 g/mole

Color: Not available.

pH (1% soln/water): 7 [Neutral.]

Boiling Point: Decomposes.

Melting Point: 214°C (417.2°F)

Critical Temperature: Not available.

Specific Gravity: Not available.

Vapor Pressure: Not applicable.

Vapor Density: Not available.

Volatility: Not available.

Odor Threshold: Not available.

Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.: Not available.

Ionicity (in Water): Not available.

Dispersion Properties: See solubility in water, methanol, acetone.

Solubility: Soluble in cold water, methanol, acetone.

Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Data

Stability: The product is stable.

Instability Temperature: Not available.

Conditions of Instability: Not available.

Incompatibility with various substances: Extremely reactive or incompatible with reducing agents, combustible materials,

organic materials.

Corrosivity: Non-corrosive in presence of glass.

Special Remarks on Reactivity: Explodes when heated. Explosion hazard. May explode by detonation, heat or shock.

Special Remarks on Corrosivity: Not available.

Polymerization: No.

Section 11: Toxicological Information

Routes of Entry: Eye contact. Ingestion.

Toxicity to Animals:

LD50: Not available.

LC50: Not available.

Chronic Effects on Humans: The substance is toxic to blood, lungs, the nervous system, mucous membranes.

Other Toxic Effects on Humans:

Extremely hazardous in case of ingestion.

Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant, sensitizer).

Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not available.

Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans: Not available.

Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans: Not available.

Section 12: Ecological Information

Ecotoxicity: Not available.

BOD5 and COD: Not available.

Products of Biodegradation:

Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may

arise.

Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: The products of degradation are more toxic.

Special Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not available.

Section 13: Disposal Considerations

Waste Disposal:

Section 14: Transport Information

DOT Classification: CLASS 5.1: Oxidizing material.

Identification: : Guanidine Nitrate : UN1467 PG: III

Special Provisions for Transport: Not available.

Section 15: Other Regulatory Information

Federal and State Regulations: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Guanidine nitrate

Other Regulations: OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).

Other Classifications:

WHMIS (Canada):

CLASS C: Oxidizing material.

CLASS D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (VERY TOXIC).

DSCL (EEC):

R36/38- Irritating to eyes and skin.

R43- May cause sensitization by skin

contact.

HMIS (U.S.A.):

Health Hazard: 2

Fire Hazard: 1

Reactivity: 4

Personal Protection: E

National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.):

Health: 2

Flammability: 1

Reactivity: 4

p. 5

Specific hazard:

Protective Equipment:

Gloves.

Lab coat.

Dust respirator. Be sure to use an

approved/certified respirator or

equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator

when ventilation is inadequate.

Splash goggles.

Section 16: Other Information

References: Not available.

Other Special Considerations: Not available.

Created: 10/09/2005 05:41 PM

Last Updated: 11/06/2008 12:00 PM