NILE CHEMICALS

FERRIC CHLORIDE

 

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1.       Product identifier                                                    Iron(III) chloride hexahydrate Substance / mixture                                                   substance

Chemical name                                                          Iron (III) chloride hexahydrate

CAS number                                                              10025-77-1

EC (EINECS) number                                                  231-729-4

1.2.       Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against

Substance's intended use                                            Chemical production, analytical chemistry, laboratory synthesis, industrial applications.

Substance uses advised against                                   The product should not be used in ways other then those referred in Section 1.

Chemical safety report

1.3.       Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet Supplier

Name or trade name                                          NILE CEHMICALS.

Address                                                            MUMBAI

INDIA

Phone                                                               91 22 66313162

E-mail                                                               sales@nilechemcials.com

Competent person responsible for the safety data sheet

Name                                                                NILESH SHAH

E-mail                                                               sales@nilechemicals.com

1.4.       Emergency telephone number

National Health Service (NHS) 99821094163


SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1.       Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification of the substance in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008

The substance is classified as dangerous.

 

Met. Corr. 1, H290 Acute Tox. 4, H302 Skin Irrit. 2, H315 Eye Dam. 1, H318

 

Full text of all classifications and hazard statements is given in the section 16.

 

Most serious adverse physico-chemical effects

May be corrosive to metals.

Most serious adverse effects on human health and the environment

Causes serious eye damage. Harmful if swallowed. Causes skin irritation.


2.2.        

Dangerous substance

Iron (III) chloride hexahydrate (EC: 231-729-4; CAS: 10025-77-1)

Hazard statements

H290                       May be corrosive to metals.

H302                       Harmful if swallowed.

H315                       Causes skin irritation.

H318                       Causes serious eye damage.

Precautionary statements

P280                       Wear eye protection.

P302+P352              IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water and soap.

P305+P351+P338     IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

2.3.       Other hazards


Substance does not meet the criteria for PBT or vPvB in accordance with Annex XIII of Regulation (EC) No.  1907/2006 (REACH) as amended.

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1.     Substances

Chemical characterization

The substance specified below.

 

Identification numbers

 

Substance name

Content in % weight

Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008

 

Note.

 

substance main component

 

 

 

CAS: 10025-77-1

EC: 231-729-4

 

Iron (III) chloride hexahydrate

>97

Met. Corr. 1, H290 Acute Tox. 4, H302 Skin Irrit. 2, H315 Eye Dam. 1, H318


Full text of all classifications and hazard statements is given in the section 16.

SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1.       Description of first aid measures

Take care of your own safety. If any health problems are manifested or if in doubt, inform a doctor and show him information from this safety data sheet. If unconscious, put the person in the stabilized (recovery) position on his  side with his head slightly bent backwards and make sure that airways are free; never induce vomiting. If the person vomits by himself, make sure that the vomit is not inhaled. In life threatening conditions first of all provide resuscitation of the affected person and ensure medical assistance. Respiratory arrest - provide artificial respiration immediately. Cardiac arrest - provide indirect cardiac massage immediately.

If inhaled

Terminate the exposure immediately; move the affected person to fresh air. Protect the person against growing cold. Provide medical treatment if irritation, dyspnoea or other symptoms persist.


If on skin

Remove contaminated clothes. Wash the affected area with plenty of water, lukewarm if possible. Soap, soap solution or shampoo should be used if there is no skin injury. Provide medical treatment if skin irritation persists.

If in eyes

Do not rub your eyes – it could lead to mechanical damage of the cornea. Rinse eyes immediately with a flow of running water, open the eyelids (also using force if needed); remove contact lenses immediately if worn by the affected person. No neutralization should be performed in any case! Rinsing should be continued for 10-30 minutes from the inner to the outer eye corner to make sure that the other eye is not involved. Depending on the situation, call medical rescue service or ensure medical treatment as promptly as possible. Everyone must be referred for treatment even if affected only a little.

If swallowed

Provide medical treatment.

4.2.       Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed If inhaled

Inhaling dust can cause corrosion of the breathing system.

If on skin

Causes skin irritation.

If in eyes

Causes serious eye damage.

If swallowed

Corrosion of the digestion system can occur.

4.3.       Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed


Symptomatic treatment.

SECTION 5: Firefighting measures

5.1.       Extinguishing  media Suitable extinguishing media

Alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide, powder, water spray jet, water mist.

Unsuitable extinguishing media

Water - full jet.

5.2.       Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

In the event of fire, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide and other toxic gases may arise. Inhalation of hazardous degradation (pyrolysis) products may cause serious health damage.

5.3.       Advice for firefighters


Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) with a chemical protection suit only where personal (close) contact is likely. Use a self-contained breathing apparatus and full-body protective clothing. Do not allow run-off of  contaminated fire extinguishing material to enter drains or surface and ground water.

 

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1.       Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

May be corrosive to metals. Use personal protective equipment for work. Follow the instructions in the Sections 7 and

8. Prevent contact with skin and eyes.

6.2.       Environmental precautions

Prevent contamination of the soil and entering surface or ground water.

6.3.       Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Place the product mechanically in an appropriate manner. Dispose of the collected material according to the instructions in the section 13. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage.

6.4.       Reference to other sections


See the Section 7, 8 and 13.


SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1.       Precautions for safe handling

Prevent contact with skin and eyes. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands and exposed parts of the body thoroughly after handling. Use personal protective equipment as per Section 8. Observe valid legal regulations on safety and health protection.

7.2.       Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Store in tightly closed containers in cold, dry and well ventilated areas designated for this purpose. Do not expose to sunlight. Keep only in original container.

7.3.       Specific end use(s)


not available

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1.       Control parameters

none

DNEL

 

Iron (III) chloride hexahydrate

Workers / consumers

Route of exposure

Value

Effect

Determining method

Workers

Inhalation

2 mg/mł

Systemic chronic effects

 

Workers

Dermal

0.57 mg/kg bw/day

Systemic chronic effects

 

Workers

Inhalation

2 mg/mł

Systemic acute effects

 

Consumers

Oral

0.29 mg/kg bw/day

Systemic chronic effects

 

Consumers

Dermal

0.29 mg/kg bw/day

Systemic chronic effects

 

Consumers

Inhalation

0.5 mg/mł

Systemic chronic effects

 

PNEC

 

Iron (III) chloride hexahydrate

Route of exposure

Value

Determining method

Freshwater sediment

49.5 mg/kg

 

Sea sediments

49.5 mg/kg

 

Microorganisms in wastewater treatment plants

500 mg/l

 

Soil (agricultural)

55.5 mg/kg

 

8.2.       Exposure controls

Follow the usual measures intended for health protection at work and especially for good ventilation. This can be achieved only by local suction or efficient general ventilation. Do not eat, drink and smoke during work. Wash your hands thoroughly with water and soap after work and before breaks for a meal and rest.

Eye/face protection

Protective goggles or face shield (based on the nature of the work performed).

Skin protection

Hand protection: Protective gloves resistant to the product. When choosing appropriate thickness, material and permeability of the gloves, observe recommendations of their particular manufacturer. Observe other recommendations of the manufacturer. Other protection: protective workwear. Contaminated skin should be washed thoroughly.


Respiratory protection

Use a mask with anti-dust filter when the exposition limits of the substances are exceeded or at the place with insufficient ventilation.

Thermal hazard

Not available.

Environmental exposure controls


Observe usual measures for protection of the environment, see Section 6.2.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1.       Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Appearance

Physical state                                                        solid at 20°C

color                                                                    yellow-brown

Odour                                                                       characteristic

Odour threshold                                                         data not available

pH                                                                            1.8 (undiluted at 20 °C)

Melting point/freezing point                                         37 °C

Initial boiling point and boiling range                            280-285 °C

Flash point                                                                 data not available

Evaporation rate                                                        data not available

Flammability (solid, gas)                                             data not available Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits

flammability limits                                                 data not available

explosive limits                                                     data not available

Vapour pressure                                                        data not available

Vapour density                                                           data not available

Relative density                                                         data not available

Solubility(ies)

solubility in water                                                  920 g/l 20°C

solubility in fats                                                     data not available

Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water                            -4

Auto-ignition temperature                                           data not available

Decomposition temperature                                        data not available

Viscosity                                                                    data not available

Explosive properties                                                   data not available

Oxidising properties                                                    data not available

9.2.       Other information

Density                                                                     1.82 g/cm3


ignition temperature                                                   data not available

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1.    Reactivity

The substance is non-flammable.

10.2.    Chemical stability

The product is stable under normal conditions.

10.3.    Possibility of hazardous reactions

Unknown.


10.4.    Conditions to avoid

The product is stable and no degradation occurs under normal use. Protect against flames, sparks, overheating and against frost.

10.5.    Incompatible materials

Protect against strong acids, bases and oxidizing agents. May be corrosive to metals.

10.6.    Hazardous decomposition products


Not developed under normal uses. Dangerous outcomes such as carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide are formed at high temperature and in fire.

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1. Information on toxicological effects

No toxicological data is available for the substance.

 

Acute toxicity

Harmful if swallowed.

Iron (III) chloride hexahydrate

Route of exposure

Parameter

Method

Value

Time of exposure

Species

Sex

Dermal

LD50

OECD 402

>2000 mg/kg

 

Rat

 

 

Skin corrosion/irritation

Causes skin irritation.

 

Serious eye damage/irritation

Causes serious eye damage.

 

Respiratory or skin sensitisation

Based on available data the classification criteria are not met.

 

Germ cell mutagenicity

Based on available data the classification criteria are not met.

 

Carcinogenicity

Based on available data the classification criteria are not met.

 

Reproductive toxicity

Based on available data the classification criteria are not met.

 

Toxicity for specific target organ - single exposure

Based on available data the classification criteria are not met.

 

Toxicity for specific target organ - repeated exposure

Based on available data the classification criteria are not met.

 

Aspiration hazard


Based on available data the classification criteria are not met.

SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1.    Toxicity


 

Acute toxicity

Parameter

Value

Time of exposure

Species

Environment

LC50

21.84 mg/l

96 hour

Fishes (Pimephales promelas)

 

EC50

9.6 mg/l

48 hour

Daphnia (Daphnia magna)

 

 

Based on available data the classification criteria are not met. Iron (III) chloride hexahydrate

 

 

 

 

 

12.2.    Persistence and degradability

Data not available.

12.3.    Bioaccumulative potential

Not available.

12.4.    Mobility in soil

Not available.

12.5.    Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

Product does not contain any substance meeting the criteria for PBT or vPvB in accordance with the Annex XIII of Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH) as amended.

12.6.    Other adverse effects


Not available.

 

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1. Waste treatment methods

Hazard of environmental contamination; dispose of the waste in accordance with the local and/or national  regulations. Proceed in accordance with valid regulations on waste disposal. Any unused product and contaminated packaging should be put in labelled containers for waste collection and submitted for disposal to a person authorised for waste removal (a specialized company) that is entitled for such activity. Do not empty unused product in drainage systems. The product must not be disposed of with municipal waste. Empty containers may be used at waste incinerators to produce energy or deposited in a dump with appropriate classification. Perfectly cleaned containers  can be submitted for recycling.

Waste management legislation

Directive 2008/98/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 19 November 2008 on waste, as amended. Decision 2000/532/EC establishing a list of wastes, as amended.


SECTION 14: Transport information

14.1.    UN number

Not subject to ADR

14.2.    UN proper shipping name

not available

14.3.    Transport hazard class(es)

not available

14.4.    Packing group

not available

14.5.    Environmental hazards

not available

14.6.    Special precautions for user

Reference in the Sections 4 to 8.

14.7.    Transport in bulk according to Annex II of Marpol and the IBC Code

not available



SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1.    Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture

Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 18th December 2006 concerning  the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH), establishing the European Chemicals Agency, amending Directive 1999/45/EC and repealing Council Regulation (EEC) No. 793/93 and Commission Regulation (EC) No. 1488/94 as well as Council Directive 76/769/EEC and Commission Directives 91/155/EEC, 93/67/EEC, 93/105/EC and 2000/21/EC, as amended. Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16th December 2008 on classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures, amending and repealing Directives 67/548/EEC and 1999/45/EC, and amending Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006, as amended.

15.2.    Chemical safety assessment


not available

SECTION 16: Other information

A list of standard risk phrases used in the safety data sheet

H290                       May be corrosive to metals.

H302                       Harmful if swallowed.

H315                       Causes skin irritation.

H318                       Causes serious eye damage.

Guidelines for safe handling used in the safety data sheet

P280                       Wear eye protection.

P305+P351+P338     IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

P302+P352              IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water and soap.

Other important information about human health protection

The product must not be - unless specifically approved by the manufacturer/importer - used for purposes other than as per the Section 1. The user is responsible for adherence to all related health protection regulations.

Key to abbreviations and acronyms used in the safety data sheet

ADR                        European agreement concerning the international carriage of dangerous goods by road BCF                         Bioconcentration Factor

CAS                        Chemical Abstracts Service

CLP                         Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 on classification, labelling and packaging of substance and mixtures

DNEL                       Derived no-effect level

EC                          Identification code for each substance listed in EINECS

EC50                       Concentration of a substance when it is affected 50% of the population EINECS                   European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances

EmS                        Emergency plan

EU                          European Union

IATA                       International Air Transport Association

IBC                         International Code For The Construction And Equipment of Ships Carrying Dangerous Chemicals

IC50                       Concentration causing 50% blockade

ICAO                       International Civil Aviation Organization

IMDG                      International Maritime Dangerous Goods

INCI                        International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients

ISO                         International Organization for Standardization

IUPAC                     International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry

LC50                       Lethal concentration of a substance in which it can be expected death of 50% of the population

LD50                       Lethal dose of a substance in which it can be expected death of 50% of the population LOAEC                     Lowest observed adverse effect concentration

LOAEL                     Lowest observed adverse effect level


log Kow                   Octanol-water partition coefficient

MARPOL                  International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution From Ships NOAEC                    No observed adverse effect concentration

NOAEL                     No observed adverse effect level

NOEC                      No observed effect concentration

NOEL                       No observed effect level

OEL                         Occupational Exposure Limits

PBT                         Persistent, Bioaccumulative and Toxic

PNEC                       Predicted no-effect concentration

ppm                        Parts per million

REACH                    Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals RID                              Agreement on the transport of dangerous goods by rail

UN                          Four-figure identification number of the substance or article taken from the UN Model Regulations

UVCB                      Substances of unknown or variable composition, complex reaction products or biological materials

VOC                        Volatile organic compounds

vPvB                       Very Persistent and very Bioaccumulative

 

Acute Tox.               Acute toxicity

Eye Dam.                Serious eye damage

Met. Corr.                Corrosive to metals

Skin Irrit.                Skin irritation

Training guidelines

Inform the personnel about the recommended ways of use, mandatory protective equipment, first aid and prohibited ways of handling the product.

Recommended restrictions of use

not available

Information about data sources used to compile the Safety Data Sheet

REGULATION (EC) No. 1907/2006 OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL (REACH) as amended. REGULATION (EC) No. 1272/2008 OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL as amended. First aid

principles after the exposure to the chemicals (Zásady pro poskytování první pomoci při expozici chemickým látkám, doc. MUDr. Daniela Pelclová, CSc., MUDr. Alexandr Fuchs, CSc., MUDr. Miroslava Hornychová, CSc., MUDr. Zdeňka Trávníčková, CSc., Jiřina Fridrichovská, prom. chem.). Data from the manufacturer of the substance / mixture, if available - information from registration dossiers.

More information


Classification procedure - calculation method.

 

Statement


The safety data sheet provides information aimed at ensuring safety and health protection at work and  environmental protection. The provided information corresponds to the current status of knowledge and experience and complies with valid legal regulations. The information should not be understood as guaranteeing the suitability and usability of the product for a particular application.

 

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