Name:
Iron (II) Chloride
Synonym:
Ferrous chloride; Iron dichloride; Iron protochlorid
CAS:
7758-94-3
Section 1 - Chemical Product
MSDS Name:Iron (II) Chloride
Synonym:Ferrous chloride; Iron dichloride; Iron protochlorid
Synonym:Ferrous chloride; Iron dichloride; Iron protochlorid
Section 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
| CAS# | Chemical Name | emsds | EINECS# |
| 7758-94-3 | Ferrous chloride | ca.100 | 231-843-4 |
| Hazard Symbols: XN Risk Phrases: 22 36/38 |
Section 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Harmful if swallowed. Irritating to eyes and skin.Air sensitive.Hygroscopic (absorbs moisture from the air).
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye irritation and possible burns. Iron particles which become imbedded in the eye may lead to siderosis in varying degrees.
A yellowish green or brown discoloration of the eye is the first sign of siderosis. May cause chemical conjunctivitis and corneal damage.
Skin:
May be absorbed through the skin in harmful amounts. Causes skin irritation and possible burns. May cause skin rash (in milder cases), and cold and clammy skin with cyanosis or pale color.
Ingestion:
Harmful if swallowed. May cause severe gastrointestinal tract irritation with nausea, vomiting and possible burns. May cause perforation of the digestive tract. Ingestion of iron compounds may cause hemorrhage and necrosis of the stomach with shock, severe diarrhea, and possible coma. Effects may be delayed. May cause systemic effects.
Inhalation:
May cause irritation of the respiratory tract with burning pain in the nose and throat, coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath and pulmonary edema. May cause effects similar to those described for ingestion. Aspiration may lead to pulmonary edema. May cause systemic effects.
Chronic:
Effects may be delayed. Chronic exposure may cause liver damage.
Laboratory experiments have resulted in mutagenic effects.
Harmful if swallowed. Irritating to eyes and skin.Air sensitive.Hygroscopic (absorbs moisture from the air).
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye irritation and possible burns. Iron particles which become imbedded in the eye may lead to siderosis in varying degrees.
A yellowish green or brown discoloration of the eye is the first sign of siderosis. May cause chemical conjunctivitis and corneal damage.
Skin:
May be absorbed through the skin in harmful amounts. Causes skin irritation and possible burns. May cause skin rash (in milder cases), and cold and clammy skin with cyanosis or pale color.
Ingestion:
Harmful if swallowed. May cause severe gastrointestinal tract irritation with nausea, vomiting and possible burns. May cause perforation of the digestive tract. Ingestion of iron compounds may cause hemorrhage and necrosis of the stomach with shock, severe diarrhea, and possible coma. Effects may be delayed. May cause systemic effects.
Inhalation:
May cause irritation of the respiratory tract with burning pain in the nose and throat, coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath and pulmonary edema. May cause effects similar to those described for ingestion. Aspiration may lead to pulmonary edema. May cause systemic effects.
Chronic:
Effects may be delayed. Chronic exposure may cause liver damage.
Laboratory experiments have resulted in mutagenic effects.
Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
Eyes: Get medical aid immediately. Do NOT allow victim to rub eyes or keep eyes closed. Extensive irrigation with water is required (at least 30 minutes).
Skin:
Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Destroy contaminated shoes.
Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately.
Inhalation:
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Do NOT use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. If breathing has ceased apply artificial respiration using oxygen and a suitable mechanical device such as a bag and a mask.
Notes to Physician:
Effects may be delayed. Treat symptomatically and supportively.
Skin:
Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Destroy contaminated shoes.
Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately.
Inhalation:
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Do NOT use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. If breathing has ceased apply artificial respiration using oxygen and a suitable mechanical device such as a bag and a mask.
Notes to Physician:
Effects may be delayed. Treat symptomatically and supportively.
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. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. This material in sufficient quantity and reduced particle size is capable of creating a dust explosion.
Extinguishing Media:
Substance is noncombustible; use agent most appropriate to extinguish surrounding fire. Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam.
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. This material in sufficient quantity and reduced particle size is capable of creating a dust explosion.
Extinguishing Media:
Substance is noncombustible; use agent most appropriate to extinguish surrounding fire. Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam.
Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Avoid generating dusty conditions.
Provide ventilation. Place under an inert atmosphere.
Spills/Leaks:
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Avoid generating dusty conditions.
Provide ventilation. Place under an inert atmosphere.
Section 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use only in a well-ventilated area. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Do not ingest or inhale.
Handle under an inert atmosphere. Store protected from air. Discard contaminated shoes.
Storage:
Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Do not expose to air. Store protected from moisture. Store under an inert atmosphere.
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use only in a well-ventilated area. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Do not ingest or inhale.
Handle under an inert atmosphere. Store protected from air. Discard contaminated shoes.
Storage:
Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Do not expose to air. Store protected from moisture. Store under an inert atmosphere.
Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls:
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits CAS# 7758-94-3: Belgium - TWA: (listed as iron salts (soluble)): 1 mg/m3 VLE (as Malaysia: (listed as iron salts (soluble)): 1 mg/m3 TWA (as Fe) Netherlands: (listed as iron salts (soluble)): 1 mg/m3 MAC (as Fe Spain: (listed as iron salts (soluble)): 1 mg/m3 VLA-ED (as Fe) 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 protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators:
A respiratory protection program that meets OSHAs 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant respirator use.
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits CAS# 7758-94-3: Belgium - TWA: (listed as iron salts (soluble)): 1 mg/m3 VLE (as Malaysia: (listed as iron salts (soluble)): 1 mg/m3 TWA (as Fe) Netherlands: (listed as iron salts (soluble)): 1 mg/m3 MAC (as Fe Spain: (listed as iron salts (soluble)): 1 mg/m3 VLA-ED (as Fe) 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 protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators:
A respiratory protection program that meets OSHAs 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant respirator use.
Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State: Crystals
Color: white to pale green
Odor: odorless
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: 10 mm Hg @ 700 deg C
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 1012 deg C
Freezing/Melting Point: 676 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature: Not available.
Solubility in water: Soluble.
Specific Gravity/Density: 3.16
Molecular Formula: FeCl2.4H2O
Molecular Weight: 198.8066
Section 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, dust generation, exposure to air, excess heat, exposure to moist air or water.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Moisture, air, strong oxidizing agents, potassium, sodium, ethylene oxide, metals.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Hydrogen chloride, irritating and toxic fumes and gases.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, dust generation, exposure to air, excess heat, exposure to moist air or water.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Moisture, air, strong oxidizing agents, potassium, sodium, ethylene oxide, metals.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Hydrogen chloride, irritating and toxic fumes and gases.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
RTECS#:
CAS# 7758-94-3: NO5400000 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 7758-94-3: Oral, rat: LD50 = 450 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 450 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Ferrous chloride - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
CAS# 7758-94-3: NO5400000 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 7758-94-3: Oral, rat: LD50 = 450 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 450 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Ferrous chloride - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity:
Fish: Striped bass: LC50 = 8 mg/L; 96 Hr; Unspecified-based on Iron ionWater flea Daphnia: < 38 ppm; 64 Hr; Toxic-fresh water Other Harmful to aquatic life in very low concentrations.
Fish: Striped bass: LC50 = 8 mg/L; 96 Hr; Unspecified-based on Iron ionWater flea Daphnia: < 38 ppm; 64 Hr; Toxic-fresh water Other Harmful to aquatic life in very low concentrations.
Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Products which are considered hazardous for supply are classified as Special Waste and the disposal of such chemicals is covered by regulations which may vary according to location. Contact a specialist disposal company or the local waste regulator for advice. Empty containers must be decontaminated before returning for recycling.
Section 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION
IATA
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
IMO
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
RID/ADR
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
USA RQ: CAS# 7758-94-3: 100 lb final RQ; 45.4 kg final RQ
Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: XN
Risk Phrases:
R 22 Harmful if swallowed.
R 36/38 Irritating to eyes and skin.
Safety Phrases:
S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately
with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 7758-94-3: 1
Canada
CAS# 7758-94-3 is listed on Canadas DSL List.
CAS# 7758-94-3 is listed on Canadas Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 7758-94-3 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
