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CAS Number: 7664-38-2
Product Catalog
93-1541
Phosphorus › Phosphoric acid (ACS), 85%| CAS Number: | 7664-38-2 |
| MDL Number: | MFCD00011340 |
| Molecular Formula: | H3O4P |
| Molecular Weight: | 98.00 |
| Chemical Formula: | H3PO4 |
| Color and Form: | colorless liq. |
| Note: |
Safety: Hazardous
Physical Characteristics: density 1.685
| SECTION 1: Product Identification | |
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| Chemical Name: | Phosphoric acid (ACS), 85% |
| Product Number: | 93-1541 |
| CAS Registry Number: | 7664-38-2 |
| Formula: | H3PO4 |
| EINECS Number: | 231-633-2 |
| Chemical Family: | inorganic acid |
| Synonym: | Orthophosphoric acid |
| SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients | ||||
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| Ingredient | CAS Number | Percent | ACGIH (TWA) | OSHA (PEL) |
| Title Compound | 7664-38-2 | 85 | 1mg/m3 | 1mg/m3 |
| water | 7732-18-5 | 15 | no data | no data |
| SECTION 3: Hazards Identification | |
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| Emergency Overview: | The material is extremely corrosive to skin, eyes, mucous membranes and respiratory tract. Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed. |
| Primary Routes of Exposure: | Ingestion, inhalation, eyes and skin |
| Eye Contact: | Severe corrosive to the eyes. Exposure can lead to permanent eye damage. |
| Skin Contact: | Severe corrosive to skin. Can lead to a severe chemical burn. |
| Inhalation: | Harmful by inhalation. Inhalation can lead to severe irritation of the mucous membranes and lungs. |
| Ingestion: | Material is highly corrosive. Harmful if swallowed. Ingestion may be fatal unless immediate treatment is available. |
| Acute Health Effects: | Severe corrosive to eyes, skin, mucous membranes and respiratory tract. Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed. Ingestion may be fatal. |
| 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: | none |
| Autoignition Temperature: | none |
| Explosion Limits: | none |
| Extinguishing Medium: | none |
| Special Fire Fighting Procedures: | If this product is 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 irritating 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 neutralized with sodium carbonate, sodium bicarbonate or lime. The solids can then be swept up and properly disposed of. In the case of a large spill, the area should be evacuated. Personnel should only enter the area fitted with a self-contained breathing apparatus. The acid should be neutralized with lime. |
| SECTION 7: Handling and Storage | |
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| Handling and Storage: | Store in a tightly sealed container. Keep away from heat and direct sunlight. Handle the material only in an efficient fume hood. |
| SECTION 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection | |
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| Eye Protection: | In addition to approved safety glasses, a face shield should be worn when working with this material. |
| Skin Protection: | When handling this material rubber gloves and an apron should be worn. |
| Ventilation: | This product should only be handled 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: | colorless liq. |
| Molecular Weight: | 98.00 |
| Melting Point: | no data |
| Boiling Point: | no data |
| Vapor Pressure: | .0285mm (20°C) |
| Specific Gravity: | no data |
| Odor: | sharp, acidic odor |
| Solubility in Water: | infinitely soluble |
| SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity | |
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| Stability: | air and moisture stable |
| Hazardous Polymerization: | no hazardous polymerization |
| Conditions to Avoid: | contact with strong bases and active metals. |
| Incompatibility: | strong bases and active metals |
| Decomposition Products: | phosphoric acid, phosphorous pentoxide |
| SECTION 11: Toxicological Information | |
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| RTECS Data: | Administration onto the skin (rabbit); Standard Draize test: 595 mg/24H. Administration into the eye (rabbit); Standard Draize test: 119 mg. Unreported (human-man); LDLo: 220 mg/kg. Oral (rat); LD50: 1530 mg/kg. Inhalation (rat); LC50: >850 mg/m3/1H. Administration onto the skin (rabbit); LD50: 2740 mg/kg. |
| Carcinogenic Effects: | no information available |
| Mutagenic Effects: | no information available |
| Tetratogenic Effects: | no information 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 federal, state, and local regulations. |
| SECTION 14: Transportation | |
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| Shipping Name (CFR): | Phosphoric acid |
| Hazard Class (CFR): | 8 |
| Additional Hazard Class (CFR): | NA |
| Packaging Group (CFR): | III |
| UN ID Number (CFR): | UN# 1805 |
| Shipping Name (IATA): | Phosphoric acid, Solution |
| Hazard Class (IATA): | 8 |
| Additional Hazard Class (IATA): | NA |
| Packaging Group (IATA): | III |
| UN ID Number (IATA): | UN# 1805 |
| SECTION 15: Regulatory Information | |
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| TSCA: | Listed in the TSCA inventory. |
| SARA (Title 313): | Reportable under SARA Title 313. |
| 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: | 6/19/2000 |
| Revision Date: | 12/14/2011 |
