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CAS Number: 563-63-3
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93-4701
Silver › Silver acetate, 99%| CAS Number: | 563-63-3 |
| MDL Number: | MFCD00012446 |
| Molecular Formula: | C2H3AgO2 |
| Molecular Weight: | 166.92 |
| Chemical Formula: | AgOOCCH3 |
| Color and Form: | off-white pwdr. |
| Note: |
Stability: light sensitive
Physical Characteristics: melting point dec.
| SECTION 1: Product Identification | |
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| Chemical Name: | Silver acetate, 99% |
| Product Number: | 93-4701 |
| CAS Registry Number: | 563-63-3 |
| Formula: | AgOOCCH3 |
| EINECS Number: | 209-254-9 |
| Chemical Family: | metal acetate salt |
| Synonym: | Silver monoacetate, Acetic acid, silver salt |
| SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients | ||||
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| Ingredient | CAS Number | Percent | ACGIH (TWA) | OSHA (PEL) |
| Title Compound | 563-63-3 | 100 | 0.01mg/m3 | 0.01mg/m3 |
| SECTION 3: Hazards Identification | |
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| Emergency Overview: | Irritating to skin and eyes. May be irritating to the respiratory tract. May be harmful if swallowed. |
| 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. Contact with the skin can lead to formation of dark blotches (silver staining) |
| Inhalation: | Dust may be irritating to the nose, mucous membranes and respiratory tract. |
| Ingestion: | No information on the physiological effects of ingestion. |
| Acute Health Effects: | Irritating to skin and eyes. May be irritating to the respiratory tract. |
| 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). |
| SECTION 5: Fire Fighting Measures | |
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| Flash Point: | not applicable |
| Autoignition Temperature: | none |
| Explosion Limits: | none |
| Extinguishing Medium: | carbon dioxide, dry powder or foam |
| 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 organic 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 vermiculite or sodium carbonate and swept up. |
| SECTION 7: Handling and Storage | |
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| Handling and Storage: | Store in a tightly sealed non-transparent container in a dark dry place. If container is left open, salt may adsorb moisture from the atmosphere and decompose. |
| 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 protective clothing. |
| Ventilation: | Material may form a fine dust. If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood. |
| Respirator: | If in form of fine dust and ventilation is not available a respirator should be worn. The use of respirators 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: | off-white pwdr. |
| Molecular Weight: | 166.92 |
| Melting Point: | dec. |
| Boiling Point: | no data |
| Vapor Pressure: | no data |
| Specific Gravity: | no data |
| Odor: | none |
| Solubility in Water: | 1.02g/100cc (20°C) |
| SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity | |
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| Stability: | light sensitive solid |
| Hazardous Polymerization: | no hazardous polymerization |
| Conditions to Avoid: | exposure to light |
| Incompatibility: | oxidizing agents |
| Decomposition Products: | Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, organic vapors, and metal oxides and carbonates. |
| SECTION 11: Toxicological Information | |
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| RTECS Data: | Intraperitoneal (mouse); LD50: 34 mg/kg. |
| 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: | Avoid release to the environment. Harmful to aquatic organisms. |
| 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): | Non-hazardous |
| Hazard Class (CFR): | NA |
| Additional Hazard Class (CFR): | NA |
| Packaging Group (CFR): | NA |
| UN ID Number (CFR): | NA |
| Shipping Name (IATA): | Non-hazardous |
| Hazard Class (IATA): | NA |
| Additional Hazard Class (IATA): | NA |
| Packaging Group (IATA): | NA |
| UN ID Number (IATA): | NA |
| SECTION 15: Regulatory Information | |
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| TSCA: | Listed in the TSCA inventory |
| SARA (Title 313): | Title compound: See Category Code N740 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: | 12/28/2000 |
| Revision Date: | 8/22/2011 |
