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CAS Number: 7447-39-4
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93-2912
Copper › Copper(II) chloride, anhydrous, min. 98%| CAS Number: | 7447-39-4 |
| MDL Number: | MFCD00010972 |
| Molecular Formula: | Cl2Cu |
| Molecular Weight: | 134.44 |
| Chemical Formula: | CuCl2 |
| Color and Form: | reddish-brown pwdr. |
| Note: |
Stability: hygroscopic
Safety: Hazardous
Physical Characteristics: melting point 620°C, density 3.386
| SECTION 1: Product Identification | |
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| Chemical Name: | Copper (II) chloride, anhydrous, min. 98% |
| Product Number: | 93-2912 |
| CAS Registry Number: | 7447-39-4 |
| Formula: | CuCl2 |
| EINECS Number: | 231-210-2 |
| Chemical Family: | metal halide |
| Synonym: | Cupric chloride, copper bichloride |
| SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients | ||||
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| Ingredient | CAS Number | Percent | ACGIH (TWA) | OSHA (PEL) |
| Title Compound | 7447-39-4 | 100 | 1mg/m3 (as Cu) | 1mg/m3 (as Cu) |
| SECTION 3: Hazards Identification | |
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| Emergency Overview: | Toxic if swallowed. Irritating to the skin, eyes and respiratory tract. Possible risk of irreversible effects, impaired fertility and risk of harm to the unborn child. |
| Primary Routes of Exposure: | Ingestion, inhalation |
| Eye Contact: | Causes slight to mild irritation of the eyes |
| Skin Contact: | Causes slight to mild irritation of the skin. |
| Inhalation: | The material is a fine powder. Irritating to the nose, mucous membranes and respiratory tract. |
| Ingestion: | Toxic if swallowed. Ingestion of copper compounds may lead to vomiting, exhaustion, anemia, convulsions and coma. |
| Acute Health Effects: | Irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract. Inhalation may cause chills, muscle ache, nausea, fever and dry throat. Possible risk of irreversible effects and harm to the unborn child. |
| Chronic Health Effects: | The dust of copper compounds may cause metal fume fever, hemolysis of the red blood cells and injury to the liver, lungs, kidneys and pancreas. Possible risk of impaired fertility. |
| 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: | Material is non-flammable. |
| 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 fumes containing toxic copper compounds. |
| 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 vermiculite or sodium carbonate powder and swept up. |
| SECTION 7: Handling and Storage | |
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| Handling and Storage: | Store material in a tightly sealed container away from moisture. |
| 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 appropriate chemical resistant gloves and gloves. |
| Ventilation: | Material may form a fine dust. 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: | reddish-brown pwdr. |
| Molecular Weight: | 134.44 |
| Melting Point: | 620°C |
| Boiling Point: | no data |
| Vapor Pressure: | no data |
| Specific Gravity: | 3.386 |
| Odor: | none |
| Solubility in Water: | 70.6g/100cc (0°C) |
| 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: | none |
| SECTION 11: Toxicological Information | |
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| RTECS Data: | Oral (rat); LD50: 584 mg/kg. Intraperitoneal (rat); LD50: 14700 ug/kg. Intravenous (rat); LD50: 5 mg/kg. Oral (mouse); LD50: 233 mg/kg. Intraperitoneal (mouse); LD50: 7400 ug/kg. Intravenous (mouse); LD50: 17500 ug/kg. Inhalation (rat); TCLo: 20 ug/m3/26W-I). Inhalation (rat); TCLo: 8 ug/m3. Intraperitoneal (mouse); TDLo: 35 mg/kg. Mammal-species unspecified Lymphocyte; DNA damage: 2 mmol/L. |
| Carcinogenic Effects: | No data available |
| Mutagenic Effects: | Possible mutagen |
| Tetratogenic Effects: | Possible reproductive effector |
| 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): | Copper chloride |
| Hazard Class (CFR): | 8 |
| Additional Hazard Class (CFR): | NA |
| Packaging Group (CFR): | III |
| UN ID Number (CFR): | UN# 2802 |
| Shipping Name (IATA): | Copper chloride |
| Hazard Class (IATA): | 8 |
| Additional Hazard Class (IATA): | NA |
| Packaging Group (IATA): | III |
| UN ID Number (IATA): | UN# 2802 |
| SECTION 15: Regulatory Information | |
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| TSCA: | Listed in the TSCA inventory. |
| SARA (Title 313): | Title compound see Category Code N100 for reporting. |
| 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: | 4/08/2001 |
| Revision Date: | 8/16/2011 |
