| CAS Number: | 7787-60-2 |
| MDL Number: | MFCD00003461 |
| Molecular Formula: | BiCl3 |
| Molecular Weight: | 315.34 |
| Chemical Formula: | BiCl3 |
| Color and Form: | white xtl. |
| Note: |
Stability: moisture sensitive
Physical Characteristics: melting point 230-232°C, boiling point 447°C, density 4.75
| SECTION 1: Product Identification | |
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| Chemical Name: | Bismuth (III) chloride, anhydrous (99.999%-Bi) PURATREM |
| Product Number: | 93-8315 |
| CAS Registry Number: | 7787-60-2 |
| Formula: | BiCl3 |
| EINECS Number: | 232-123-2 |
| Chemical Family: | metal halide |
| Synonym: | Bismuthine, trichloro-, Trichlorobismuth, Trichlorobismuthine |
| SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients | ||||
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| Ingredient | CAS Number | Percent | ACGIH (TWA) | OSHA (PEL) |
| Title Compound | 7787-60-2 | 100 | no data | no data |
| SECTION 3: Hazards Identification | |
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| Emergency Overview: | Severe irritant to skineyes and respiratory tract. |
| Primary Routes of Exposure: | Inhalation, skin, eyes |
| Eye Contact: | Causes severe irritation to the eyes. |
| Skin Contact: | Causes severe irritation of the skin. |
| Inhalation: | Forms hydrogen chloride in the presence of moisture. Inhalation leads to severe irritation of the respiratory tract. |
| Ingestion: | Ingestion is unlikely due to pungent choking odor. No information is available on the acute physiological effects of ingestion. |
| Acute Health Effects: | Irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract. In large doses, bismuth may be toxic, causing gingivitis, ulcers, diarrhea, malaise, and dermatitis. |
| Chronic Health Effects: | Prolonged exposure to bismuth compounds can cause metal line on gums, foul breath, and mild kidney damage. |
| 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: | 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 | |
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| Spill and Leak Procedures: | Small spills can be mixed with powdered sodium carbonate and swept up. |
| SECTION 7: Handling and Storage | |
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| Handling and Storage: | Store material in a tightly sealed bottle away from moisture. If possible, handle material in an efficient fume hood. Prolonged exposure to the atmosphere will lead to degradation of the product. |
| 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: | 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: | white xtl. |
| Molecular Weight: | 315.34 |
| Melting Point: | 230-232°C |
| Boiling Point: | 447°C |
| Vapor Pressure: | no data |
| Specific Gravity: | 4.75 |
| Odor: | Pungent odor |
| Solubility in Water: | decomposes |
| SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity | |
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| Stability: | moisture sensitive |
| Hazardous Polymerization: | no hazardous polymerization |
| Conditions to Avoid: | contact with moisture |
| Incompatibility: | water, mineral acids, oxidizing agents and active metals |
| Decomposition Products: | with moisture: hydrogen chloride, and bismuth oxychloride |
| SECTION 11: Toxicological Information | |
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| RTECS Data: | Oral (rat); LD50:3334 mg/kg. Oral (mouse); LD50:2250 mg/kg. |
| Carcinogenic Effects: | No data available |
| Mutagenic Effects: | Insufficient data |
| Tetratogenic Effects: | No data 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 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 not listed |
| 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: | 3/20/2001 |
| Revision Date: | 12/14/2011 |