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CAS Number: 7784-13-6
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93-1309
Aluminum › Aluminum chloride hexahydrate, reagent, 99%| CAS Number: | 7784-13-6 |
| MDL Number: | MFCD00149134 |
| Molecular Formula: | AlCl3 |
| Molecular Weight: | 133.34 (241.43) |
| Chemical Formula: | AlCl3·6H2O |
| Color and Form: | white xtl. |
| Note: |
Stability: hygroscopic
Safety: Hazardous
Physical Characteristics: melting point 100°C dec., density 2.398
| SECTION 1: Product Identification | |
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| Chemical Name: | Aluminum chloride hexahydrate,reagent, 99% |
| Product Number: | 93-1309 |
| CAS Registry Number: | 7784-13-6 |
| Formula: | AlCl3.6H2O |
| EINECS Number: | 231-208-1 |
| Chemical Family: | metal halide |
| Synonym: | Aluminum trichloride hexahydrate |
| SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients | ||||
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| Ingredient | CAS Number | Percent | ACGIH (TWA) | OSHA (PEL) |
| Title Compound | 7784-13-6 | 100 | 2mg/m3 (as Al | no data |
| SECTION 3: Hazards Identification | |
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| Emergency Overview: | Harmful if swallowed. Corrosive to skin and eyes. Material hydrolyzes in contact with moisture to release corrosive fumes of aqueous hydrochloric acid. Possible risk of harm to the unborn child. |
| Primary Routes of Exposure: | Ingestion, inhalation, skin, eyes |
| Eye Contact: | Corrosive to the eyes. |
| Skin Contact: | Causes burns to the skin. |
| Inhalation: | Forms hydrogen chloride in the presence of moisture. Inhalation can lead to burns of the respiratory tract. |
| Ingestion: | Harmful if swallowed. Ingestion is unlikely due to pungent choking odor. |
| Acute Health Effects: | Harmful if swallowed. Corrosive to skin and eyes. Material hydrolyzes in contact with moisture to release corrosive fumes of aqueous hydrochloric acid. Possible risk of harm to the unborn child. |
| Chronic Health Effects: | No information available on long-term chronic effects. |
| NTP: | No |
| IARC: | No |
| OSHA: | No |
| SECTION 4: First Aid Measures | |
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| Eye Exposure: | Immediately flush the eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 10-15 minutes. A victim may need assistance in keeping their eye lids open. Get immediate medical attention. |
| Skin Exposure: | Wash the affected area with water. Remove contaminated clothes if necessary. Seek medical assistance if irritation persists. |
| Inhalation: | Remove the victim to fresh air. Closely monitor the victim for signs of respiratory problems, such as difficulty in breathing, coughing, wheezing, or pain. In such cases seek immediate medical assistance. |
| Ingestion: | Seek medical attention immediately. Keep the victim calm. Give the victim water (only if conscious). Induce vomiting only if directed by medical personnel. |
| SECTION 5: Fire Fighting Measures | |
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| Flash Point: | not applicable |
| Autoignition Temperature: | none |
| Explosion Limits: | none |
| Extinguishing Medium: | none required |
| Special Fire Fighting Procedures: | If involved in a fire, fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH approved positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing. |
| Hazardous Combustion and Decomposion Products: | If involved in a fire this material may emit toxic chlorine and hydrochloric acid fumes. |
| Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: | No unusual fire or explosion hazards. |
| SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures | |
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| Spill and Leak Procedures: | Small spills can be mixed with powdered sodium carbonate and swept up. |
| SECTION 7: Handling and Storage | |
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| Handling and Storage: | Store material in a tightly sealed bottle away from moisture. If possible, handle material in an efficient fume hood. Prolonged exposure to the atmosphere will lead to degradation of the product. |
| SECTION 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection | |
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| Eye Protection: | Always wear approved safety glasses when handling a chemical substance in the laboratory. |
| Skin Protection: | Wear protective clothing and gloves. Consult with glove manufacturer to determine the proer type of glove. |
| Ventilation: | If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood. |
| Respirator: | In the absence of adequate ventilation a respirator should be worn. The use of a respiratory requires a Respirator Protection Program to be in compliance with 29 CFR 1910.134. |
| Additional Protection: | No additional protection required. |
| SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties | |
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| Color and Form: | white xtl. |
| Molecular Weight: | 133.34 (241.43) |
| Melting Point: | 100°C dec. |
| Boiling Point: | no data |
| Vapor Pressure: | no data |
| Specific Gravity: | 2.398 |
| Odor: | Pungent odor |
| Solubility in Water: | Soluble |
| SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity | |
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| Stability: | hygroscopic |
| Hazardous Polymerization: | no hazardous polymerization |
| Conditions to Avoid: | contact with moisture |
| Incompatibility: | Active metals |
| Decomposition Products: | with moisture: hydrogen chloride, and aluminum oxide |
| SECTION 11: Toxicological Information | |
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| RTECS Data: | Administration onto the skin (human); Standard Draize test: 7500 ug/3D (Intermittent). Oral (rat); LD50: 3311 mg/kg. Intraperitoneal (rat); LD50: 728 mg/kg. Oral (mouse); LD50: 1990 mg/kg. Intraperitoneal (mouse); LD50: 940 mg/kg. Oral (rat); TDLo: 5600 mg/kg/28D-I. Intraperitoneal (rat); TDLo: 2685 mg/kg/12W-I. Administration onto the skin (mouse); TDLo: 43 mg/kg/19W-l. Intravenous (rabbit); TDLo: 407 mg/kg/30W-I. Intravenous (mouse); TDLo: 483 gm/kg. (Mammal-species unspecified Lymphocyte); DNA damage: 40 umol/L. |
| Carcinogenic Effects: | No data available |
| Mutagenic Effects: | No data available |
| Tetratogenic Effects: | No data available |
| SECTION 12: Ecological Information | |
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| Ecological Information: | No information available |
| SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations | |
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| Disposal: | Dispose of according to local, state and federal regulations. |
| SECTION 14: Transportation | |
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| Shipping Name (CFR): | Corrosive solids, N.O.S. |
| Hazard Class (CFR): | 8 |
| Additional Hazard Class (CFR): | NA |
| Packaging Group (CFR): | II |
| UN ID Number (CFR): | UN# 1759 |
| Shipping Name (IATA): | Corrosive solid, N.O.S. |
| Hazard Class (IATA): | 8 |
| Additional Hazard Class (IATA): | NA |
| Packaging Group (IATA): | II |
| UN ID Number (IATA): | UN# 1759 |
| SECTION 15: Regulatory Information | |
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| TSCA: | Not listed in TSCA inventory. |
| SARA (Title 313): | Title compound not listed. |
| Second Ingredient: | none |
| Third Ingredient: | none |
| SECTION 16: Other Information | |
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| Disclaimer: | The information herein is believed to be accurate and reliable as of the date compiled. However, Strem Chemicals, Inc. makes no representation, warranty, or guarantee of any kind with respect to the information contained in this document or any use of the product based on this information. |
| Preparation Date: | 3/20/2001 |
| Revision Date: | 8/01/2011 |
