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CAS Number: 26077-31-6
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93-4741
Silver › Silver 2-ethylhexanoate, 99%
CAS Number: 26077-31-6
MDL Number: MFCD00058700
Molecular Formula: C8H15AgO2
Molecular Weight: 251.08
Chemical Formula: AgOOCCH(C2H5)C4H9
Color and Form: white to off-white pwdr.
Note:  

Stability: light sensitive

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SECTION 1: Product Identification
Chemical Name: Silver 2-ethylhexanoate, 99%
Product Number: 93-4741
CAS Registry Number: 26077-31-6
Formula: AgOOCCH(C2H5)C4H9
EINECS Number: 247-443-8
Chemical Family: metal carboxylate
Synonym: silver-2-ethylcaproate, 2-ethylcaproic acid, silver salt.
SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Ingredient CAS Number Percent ACGIH (TWA) OSHA (PEL)
Title Compound 26077-31-6 100 no data no data
SECTION 3: Hazards Identification
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
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 soap and 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
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
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 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
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
Color and Form: white to off-white pwdr.
Molecular Weight: 251.08
Melting Point: no data
Boiling Point: no data
Vapor Pressure: not applicable
Specific Gravity: no data
Odor: none
Solubility in Water: insoluble
SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
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
RTECS Data: No information available in the RTECS files.
Carcinogenic Effects: No data available
Mutagenic Effects: No data available
Tetratogenic Effects: No data available
SECTION 12: Ecological Information
Ecological Information: Avoid release to the environment. Harmful to aquatic organisms.
SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations
Disposal: Dispose of according to local, state and federal regulations.
SECTION 14: Transportation
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
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
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: 12/27/2011

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