Name:
Oxalic acid 0.1 N standard solution
Synonym:
Ethanedioic acid; Ethanedionic acid; Oxalic acid
CAS:
144-62-7
Section 1 - Chemical Product
MSDS Name:Oxalic acid 0.1 N standard solution
Synonym:Ethanedioic acid; Ethanedionic acid; Oxalic acid
Synonym:Ethanedioic acid; Ethanedionic acid; Oxalic acid
Section 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
| CAS# | Chemical Name | emsds | EINECS# |
| 144-62-7 | Oxalic acid | 0.45 | 205-634-3 |
| Hazard Symbols: None Listed. Risk Phrases: None Listed. |
Section 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Not available.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause eye irritation.
Skin:
May cause irritation with pain and stinging, especially if the skin is abraded.
Ingestion:
May cause irritation of the digestive tract.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic:
Chronic exposure may cause kidney damage.
Not available.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause eye irritation.
Skin:
May cause irritation with pain and stinging, especially if the skin is abraded.
Ingestion:
May cause irritation of the digestive tract.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic:
Chronic exposure may cause kidney damage.
Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
Eyes: In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical aid.
Skin:
In case of contact, flush skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops and persists. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
If swallowed, do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid.
Inhalation:
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Skin:
In case of contact, flush skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops and persists. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
If swallowed, do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid.
Inhalation:
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear.
Extinguishing Media:
In case of fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam.
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear.
Extinguishing Media:
In case of fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam.
Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth), then place in suitable container.
Spills/Leaks:
Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth), then place in suitable container.
Section 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place.
Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place.
Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls:
Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the permissible exposure limits.
Exposure Limits CAS# 144-62-7: United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: 1 mg/m3 TWA United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: 2 mg/m3 STEL United States OSHA: 1 mg/m3 TWA Belgium - TWA: 1 mg/m3 VLE Belgium - STEL: 2 mg/m3 VLE France - VME: 1 mg/m3 VME Germany: 1 mg/m3 TWA (inhalable fraction) Germany: Skin absorber Malaysia: 1 mg/m3 TWA Netherlands: 1 mg/m3 MAC Spain: 1 mg/m3 VLA-ED Spain: 2 mg/m3 VLA-EC CAS# 7732-18-5: Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHAs eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin.
Respirators:
Wear a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved full-facepiece airline respirator in the positive pressure mode with emergency escape provisions.
Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the permissible exposure limits.
Exposure Limits CAS# 144-62-7: United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: 1 mg/m3 TWA United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: 2 mg/m3 STEL United States OSHA: 1 mg/m3 TWA Belgium - TWA: 1 mg/m3 VLE Belgium - STEL: 2 mg/m3 VLE France - VME: 1 mg/m3 VME Germany: 1 mg/m3 TWA (inhalable fraction) Germany: Skin absorber Malaysia: 1 mg/m3 TWA Netherlands: 1 mg/m3 MAC Spain: 1 mg/m3 VLA-ED Spain: 2 mg/m3 VLA-EC CAS# 7732-18-5: Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHAs eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin.
Respirators:
Wear a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved full-facepiece airline respirator in the positive pressure mode with emergency escape provisions.
Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State: Liquid
Color: clear, colorless
Odor: None reported.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point: Not available.
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility in water: Soluble.
Specific Gravity/Density: .9900g/cm3
Molecular Formula: C2H2O4
Molecular Weight: 90.04
Section 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Extreme temperatures.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Extreme temperatures.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
RTECS#:
CAS# 144-62-7: RO2450000 CAS# 7732-18-5: ZC0110000 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 144-62-7: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 250 ug/24H Severe; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 500 mg/24H Mild; Oral, rat: LD50 = 7500 mg/kg.
CAS# 7732-18-5: Oral, rat: LD50 = >90 mL/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Oxalic acid - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Water - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
CAS# 144-62-7: RO2450000 CAS# 7732-18-5: ZC0110000 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 144-62-7: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 250 ug/24H Severe; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 500 mg/24H Mild; Oral, rat: LD50 = 7500 mg/kg.
CAS# 7732-18-5: Oral, rat: LD50 = >90 mL/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Oxalic acid - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Water - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.
Section 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION
IATA
Shipping Name: Not Regulated
Hazard Class: (8)
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Packing Group:
IMO
Shipping Name: NOT REGULATED
Hazard Class: (8)
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RID/ADR
Shipping Name: Not Regulated
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Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: Not available.
Risk Phrases:
Safety Phrases:
S 24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 144-62-7: 1
CAS# 7732-18-5: No information available.
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