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Laboratory Products Safety Products Services Contact Us Customer Service GJS Mass Measurement 1-877-627-7225 Instrument Service 1-800-267-6633 Mailing Addresses Corporate Profile Employment Global Links President's Message Quality Management Policy Certificates of Analysis Material Safety Data Sheets Site Search Product Search **** SECTION 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION **** MSDS Name: Silver Nitrate Catalog Numbers: S78168, S78171, S78171-1, S78172, S78173, S78173-1, S78173-2, BP2546-100, BP2546-25, BP2546-500, NC9735372, NC9782312, S181 100, S181 25, S181 500, S181-, S181-100, S181-25, S181-500, S181100, S18125, S181500, S486 100, S486 500, S486-, S486-100, S486-500, S486100, S486500 Synonyms: Nitric Acid, Silver Salt Company Identification: Fisher Scientific 1 Reagent Lane Fairlawn, NJ 07410 For information, call: 201-796-7100 Emergency Number: 201-796-7100 For CHEMTREC assistance, call: 800-424-9300 For International CHEMTREC assistance, call: 703-527-3887 **** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS **** +----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+ | CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# | |----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------| | 7761-88-8 |Nitric Acid, Silver(1+) Salt | 100 | 231-853-9 | +----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+ Hazard Symbols: C N Risk Phrases: 34 50/53 **** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION **** EMERGENCY OVERVIEW Causes burns. Very toxic to aquatic organisms; may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.Corrosive. Potential Health Effects Eye: Causes eye burns. May cause chemical conjunctivitis and corneal damage. Skin: Causes skin burns. May cause skin rash (in milder cases), and cold and clammy skin with cyanosis or pale color. Ingestion: May cause severe and permanent damage to the digestive tract. Causes gastrointestinal tract burns. May cause perforation of the digestive tract. May cause systemic effects. Inhalation: Causes severe irritation of upper respiratory tract with coughing, burns, breathing difficulty, and possible coma. Causes chemical burns to the respiratory tract. Aspiration may lead to pulmonary edema. May cause systemic effects. Chronic: May cause methemoglobinemia, which is characterized by chocolate-brown colored blood, headache, weakness, dizziness, breath shortness, cyanosis, rapid heart rate, unconsciousness and possible death. Effects may be delayed. Chronic inhalation or ingestion may cause argyria characterized by blue-gray discoloration of the eyes, skin and mucous membrances. Chronic skin contact may cause permanent discoloration of the skin. **** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES **** Eyes: Get medical aid immediately. Do NOT allow victim to rub or keep eyes closed. Extensive irrigation with water is required (at least 30 minutes). Skin: Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Destroy contaminated shoes. Ingestion: Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately. Inhalation: Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Do NOT use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. If breathing has ceased apply artificial respiration using oxygen and a suitable mechanical device such as a bag and a mask. Notes to Physician: **** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES **** General Information: As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Strong oxidizer. Contact with combustible materials may cause a fire. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes. Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) to prevent contact with thermal decomposition products. Extinguishing Media: Substance is noncombustible; use agent most appropriate to extinguish surrounding fire. **** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES **** General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8. Spills/Leaks: Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Remove all sources of ignition. Provide ventilation. Do not use combustible materials such as paper towels to clean up spill. **** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE **** Handling: Wash thoroughly after handling. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Do not ingest or inhale. Use with adequate ventilation. Do not store near combustible materials. Discard contaminated shoes. Storage: Keep away from sources of ignition. Do not store near combustible materials. Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Corrosives area. **** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION **** Engineering Controls: Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low. Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Wear impervious gloves. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin. Respirators: A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR :1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant a respirator's use. **** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES **** Physical State: Solid Appearance: colorless or white Odor: odorless pH: Not available. Vapor Pressure: Not available. Vapor Density: Not available. Evaporation Rate: Not available. Viscosity: Not available. Boiling Point: 824 deg F Freezing/Melting Point: 414 deg F Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable. Flash Point: Not applicable. Explosion Limits, lower: Not available. Explosion Limits, upper: Not available. Decomposition Temperature: 824 F Solubility: Soluble in water. Specific Gravity/Density: 4.35 Molecular Formula: AgNO3 Molecular Weight: 169.8731 **** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY **** Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. Conditions to Avoid: Incompatible materials, combustible materials, reducing agents. Incompatibilities with Other Materials: Strong acids, strong bases, strong reducing agents, strong oxidizing agents. Hazardous Decomposition Products: Nitrogen oxides, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, oxides of silver. Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported. **** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION **** RTECS#: CAS# 7761-88-8: VW4725000 LD50/LC50: CAS# 7761-88-8: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 1 mg Severe; Draize test, rabbit, eye: 10 mg Moderate; Oral, mouse: LD50 = 50 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 1173 mg/kg. Carcinogenicity: Nitric Acid, Silver(1+) Salt - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA. Epidemiology: No information available. Teratogenicity: No information available. Reproductive Effects: No information available. Neurotoxicity: No information available. Mutagenicity: No information available. Other Studies: See actual entry in RTECS for complete information. **** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION **** **** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS **** Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations. **** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION **** US DOT Shipping Name: SILVER NITRATE Hazard Class: 5.1 UN Number: UN1493 Packing Group: II Canadian TDG No information available. **** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION **** US FEDERAL TSCA CAS# 7761-88-8 is listed on the TSCA inventory. This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors. Clean Water Act: CAS# 7761-88-8 is listed as a Hazardous Substance under the CWA. CAS# 7761-88-8 is listed as a Priority Pollutant under the Clean Water Act. CAS# 7761-88-8 is listed as a Toxic Pollutant under the Clean Water Act. OSHA: None of the chemicals in this product are considered highly hazardous by OSHA. STATE Nitric Acid, Silver(1+) Salt can be found on the following state right to know lists: California, New Jersey, Florida, Pennsylvania, Minnesota, (listed as ** no name **), Massachusetts. California No Significant Risk Level: None of the chemicals in this product are listed. European/International Regulations European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives Hazard Symbols: C N Risk Phrases: R 34 Causes burns. R 50/53 Very toxic to aquatic organisms; may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. Safety Phrases: S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible). S 60 This material and/or its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste. S 61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/Safety data sheets. WGK (Water Danger/Protection) CAS# 7761-88-8: 3 United Kingdom Occupational Exposure Limits CAS# 7761-88-8: OES-United Kingdom, TWA (listed as ** undefined **): as Ag: 0.01 mg/m3 TWA Canada CAS# 7761-88-8 is listed on Canada's DSL List. CAS# 7761-88-8 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List. Exposure Limits CAS# 7761-88-8: OEL-ARAB Republic of Egypt:TWA 0.01 mg(Ag)/m3 OEL-AUSTRALIA:TWA 0.01 mg(Ag)/m3 OEL-BELGIUM:TWA 0.01 mg(Ag)/m3 OEL-DENMARK:TWA 0.01 mg(Ag)/m3 OEL-FINLAND:TWA 0.01 mg(Ag)/m3;STEL 0.03 mg(Ag)/m3;Skin OEL-THE NETHERLANDS:TWA 0.01 mg(Ag)/m3 OEL-THE PHILIPPINES:TWA 0.01 mg(Ag)/m3 OEL-SWITZERLAND:TWA 0.01 mg(Ag)/m3 OEL-UNITED KINGDOM:TWA 0.01 mg(Ag)/m3 OEL IN BULGARIA, COLOMBIA, JORDAN, KOREA check ACGIH TLV OEL IN NEW ZEALAND, SINGAPORE, VIETNAM check ACGI TLV **** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION **** MSDS Creation Date: 5/17/1999 Revision #5 Date: 10/06/2000 The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best information currently available to us. However, we make no warranty of merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with respect to such information, and we assume no liability resulting from its use. Users should make their own investigations to determine the suitability of the information for their particular purposes. In no way shall the company be liable for any claims, losses, or damages of any third party or for lost profits or any special, indirect, incidental, consequential or exemplary damages, howsoever arising, even if the company has been advised of the possibility of such damages. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------