Selwanoffs Reagent MSDS
Section 1: Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product Name: Selwanoffs Reagent
Catalog Codes: SLO1264
CAS#: Mixture.
RTECS: Not applicable.
TSCA: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Ferric chloride; Hydrochloric
acid; Water
CI#: Not applicable.
Synonym:
Chemical Name: Not applicable.
Chemical Formula: Not applicable.
Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Composition:
Name CAS # % by Weight
Ferric chloride 7705-08-0 0.4
Hydrogen chloride 7647-01-0 13.5
Water 7732-18-5 86.1
Toxicological Data on Ingredients: Ferric chloride: ORAL (LD50): Acute: 900 mg/kg [Rat]. 1278 mg/kg [Mouse]. Hydrogen
chloride: VAPOR (LC50): Acute: 1562 ppm 4 hour(s) [Rat].
Section 3: Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects:
Very hazardous in case of ingestion, of inhalation. Hazardous in case of skin contact (corrosive, irritant, permeator), of eye
contact (irritant). Liquid or spray mist may produce tissue damage particularly on mucous membranes of eyes, mouth and
respiratory tract. Skin contact may produce burns. Inhalation of the spray mist may produce severe irritation of respiratory
tract, characterized by coughing, choking, or shortness of breath.
Potential Chronic Health Effects:
Non-corrosive for skin. Non-irritant for skin. Non-sensitizer for skin. Non-permeator by skin. Non-irritating to the eyes.
Non-hazardous in case of ingestion. Non-hazardous in case of inhalation. CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not
available. The substance is toxic to lungs, mucous membranes. Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can
produce target organs damage. Repeated or prolonged contact with spray mist may produce chronic eye irritation and severe
skin irritation. Repeated or prolonged exposure to spray mist may produce respiratory tract irritation leading to frequent attacks
of bronchial infection.
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:
If the chemical got onto the clothed portion of the body, remove the contaminated clothes as quickly as possible, protecting
your own hands and body. Place the victim under a deluge shower. If the chemical got on the victim's exposed skin, such
as the hands : 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. If irritation persists,
seek medical attention.
contaminated clothing before reusing.
Serious Skin Contact:
Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek immediate 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. WARNING: It may
be hazardous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation when the inhaled material is toxic, infectious or
corrosive. Seek immediate medical attention.
Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting. Examine the lips and mouth to ascertain whether the tissues are damaged, a possible indication that
the toxic material was ingested; the absence of such signs, however, is not conclusive. 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: Non-flammable.
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Flash Points: Not applicable.
Flammable Limits: Not applicable.
Products of Combustion: Not available.
Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Not applicable.
Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available. Risks of explosion of the product in
presence of static discharge: Not available.
Fire Fighting Media and Instructions: Not applicable.
Special Remarks on Fire Hazards: Not available.
Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards: Not available.
Section 6: Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill:
Dilute with water and mop up, or absorb with an inert dry material and place in an appropriate waste disposal container. If
necessary: Neutralize the residue with a dilute solution of sodium carbonate.
Large Spill:
Corrosive liquid. Stop leak if without risk. Absorb with DRY earth, sand or other non-combustible material. Do not get water
inside container. Do not touch spilled material. Use water spray curtain to divert vapor drift. Prevent entry into sewers,
basements or confined areas; dike if needed. Call for assistance on disposal. Neutralize the residue with a dilute solution of
sodium carbonate. Be careful that the product is not present at a concentration level above TLV. Check TLV on the MSDS and
with local authorities.
Section 7: Handling and Storage
Precautions:
Keep container dry. Do not ingest. Do not breathe gas/fumes/ vapour/spray. Never add water to this product In case of
insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the
container or the label. Avoid contact with skin and eyes Keep away from incompatibles such as metals, alkalis. May corrode
metallic surfaces. Store in a metallic or coated fiberboard drum using a strong polyethylene inner package.
Storage:
May corrode metallic surfaces. Store in a metallic or coated fiberboard drum using a strong polyethylene inner package.
Corrosive materials should be stored in a separate safety storage cabinet or room.
Section 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls:
Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapors below their respective
threshold limit value. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are proximal to the work-station location.
Personal Protection:
Face shield. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Gloves. Boots.
Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill:
Splash goggles. Full suit. Vapor 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:
Ferric chloride TWA: 1 CEIL: 2 (mg/m3)Hydrogen chloride TWA: 5 CEIL: 5 (ppm) from OSHA (PEL) TWA: 7.5 CEIL: 7 (mg/
m3) from OSHAConsult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.
Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state and appearance: Liquid.
Odor: Not available.
Taste: Not available.
Molecular Weight: Not applicable.
Color: Not available.
pH (1% soln/water): Acidic.
Boiling Point: The lowest known value is 100°C (212°F) (Water).
Melting Point: Not available.
Critical Temperature: Not available.
Specific Gravity: Weighted average: 1.02 (Water = 1)
Vapor Pressure: The highest known value is 17.535 mm of Hg (@ 20°C) (Water).
Vapor Density: The highest known value is 0.62 (Air = 1) (Water).
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.
Solubility:
Easily soluble in cold water. Soluble in hot water, methanol.
Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability: The product is stable.
Instability Temperature: Not available.
Conditions of Instability: Not available.
Incompatibility with various substances: Reactive with metals, alkalis.
Corrosivity:
Highly corrosive in presence of steel, of aluminum, of copper. Non-corrosive in presence of glass.
Special Remarks on Reactivity: Reacts violently with water especially when water is added to the product. (Hydrogen
chloride)
Special Remarks on Corrosivity: Highly corrosive. Incompatible with copper alloys. (Hydrogen chloride)
Polymerization: No.
Section 11: Toxicological Information
Routes of Entry: Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.
Toxicity to Animals:
WARNING: THE LC50 VALUES HEREUNDER ARE ESTIMATED ON THE BASIS OF A 4-HOUR EXPOSURE. Acute toxicity
of the vapor (LC50): 11613 ppm 4 hour(s) (Rat) (Calculated value for the mixture).
Chronic Effects on Humans: The substance is toxic to lungs, mucous membranes.
Other Toxic Effects on Humans:
Very hazardous in case of ingestion, of inhalation. Hazardous in case of skin contact (corrosive, irritant, permeator).
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:
Material is extremely destructive to tissue of the mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract. (Hydrogen chloride)
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 8: Corrosive liquid.
Identification: : Hydrochloric acid, solution : UN1789 PG: II
Special Provisions for Transport: Not available.
Section 15: Other Regulatory Information
Federal and State Regulations:
inventory: Ferric chloride; Hydrochloric acid; Water SARA 302/304/311/312 extremely hazardous substances: Hydrochloric
acid SARA 313 toxic chemical notification and release reporting: Hydrochloric acid CERCLA: Hazardous substances.: Ferric
chloride; Hydrochloric acid;
Other Regulations: OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
Other Classifications:
WHMIS (
CLASS D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (VERY TOXIC). CLASS E: Corrosive liquid.
DSCL (EEC): R35- Causes severe burns.
HMIS (
Health Hazard: 2
Fire Hazard: 0
Reactivity: 0
Personal Protection:
National Fire Protection Association (
Health: 2
Flammability: 0
Reactivity: 0
Specific hazard:
Protective Equipment:
Gloves. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator
when ventilation is inadequate. Face shield.
Section 16: Other Information
References: Not available.
Other Special Considerations: Not available.
Created: 10/10/2005 11:04 AM
Last Updated: 11/06/2008 12:00 PM