CAS Number: 7758-94-3
Product Catalog

93-2631

Iron › Iron(II) chloride, anhydrous, 98%

Stability: air sensitive, hygroscopic

Safety: Hazardous

Physical Characteristics: melting point 674°C, boiling point 1023°C, density 3.162

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SECTION 1: Product Identification
Chemical Name:	Iron (II) chloride, anhydrous,98%
Product Number:	93-2631
CAS Registry Number:	7758-94-3
Formula:	FeCl2
EINECS Number:	231-843-4
Chemical Family:	metal halide
Synonym:	Ferrous Chloride, Iron dichloride

SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Ingredient	CAS Number	Percent	ACGIH (TWA)	OSHA (PEL)
Title Compound	7758-94-3	100	1mg/m3	no data

SECTION 3: Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview:	Corrosive to skin and eyes. Inhalation can lead to burns of the respiratory tract. Harmful if swallowed. Possible risk of irreversible damage.
Primary Routes of Exposure:	Ingestion, inhalation
Eye Contact:	Corrosive to the eyes.
Skin Contact:	Causes burns to the skin.
Inhalation:	Inhalation can lead to burns of the respiratory tract.
Ingestion:	Harmful if swallowed.
Acute Health Effects:	Corrosive to skin, eyes, mucous membranes and respiratory tract. Harmful if swallowed. Possible risk of irreversible effects.
Chronic Health Effects:	No information available on long-term chronic effects.
NTP:	No
IARC:	No
OSHA:	No

SECTION 4: First Aid Measures
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
Flash Point:	none
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
Spill and Leak Procedures:	Small spills can be mixed with vermiculite or sodium carbonate and swept up.

SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Handling and Storage:	Store material in a tightly sealed bottle. Material will react with air and moisture. For maximum shelf-life handle and store the material under an inert atmosphere of nitrogen or argon.

SECTION 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
Eye Protection:	Always wear approved safety glasses when handling a chemical substance in the laboratory.
Skin Protection:	Wear protective clothing and gloves.
Ventilation:	If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
Respirator:	No respirator is required when handling this material unless large volumes are handled in a poorly ventilated area.
Additional Protection:	No additional protection required.

SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Color and Form:	tan pwdr.
Molecular Weight:	126.75
Melting Point:	674°C
Boiling Point:	1023°C
Vapor Pressure:	10mm (700°C)
Specific Gravity:	3.162
Odor:	none
Solubility in Water:	64.4g/100cc (10C)

SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability:	air sensitive, hygroscopic
Hazardous Polymerization:	no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid:	none
Incompatibility:	Active metals
Decomposition Products:	none

SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
RTECS Data:	Oral (rat); LD50: 450 mg/kg. Intraperitoneal (mouse); LD50: 59 mg/kg. Oral (rat); TDLo: 6604 mg/kg/30D-C. Inhalation (rat); TCLo: 200 ug/m3/24H/65D-C. Bacteria-Escherichia coli; Phage inhibition capacity: 50 ng/well. Hamster embryo; morphological transformation: 2500 umol/L.
Carcinogenic Effects:	no information available
Mutagenic Effects:	no information available
Tetratogenic Effects:	no information available

SECTION 12: Ecological Information
Ecological Information:	No information available.

SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations
Disposal:	Dispose of in accordance with local, state and federal regulations.

SECTION 14: Transportation
Shipping Name (CFR):	Corrosive solid, Acidic, Inorganic, N.O.S.
Hazard Class (CFR):	8
Additional Hazard Class (CFR):	NA
Packaging Group (CFR):	II
UN ID Number (CFR):	UN# 3260
Shipping Name (IATA):	Corrosive solid, Acidic, Inorganic, N.O.S.
Hazard Class (IATA):	8
Additional Hazard Class (IATA):	NA
Packaging Group (IATA):	II
UN ID Number (IATA):	UN# 3260

SECTION 15: Regulatory Information
TSCA:	Listed in the TSCA inventory.
SARA (Title 313):	Not reportable under SARA 313.
Second Ingredient:	none
Third Ingredient:	none

SECTION 16: Other Information
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:	7/22/2000
Revision Date:	7/19/2011