Material Safety Data Sheet - Austin Community College

1 Version: Revision Date: 01-15-2015 SDS_US - SDSMIX000246 1/10 Safety DATA Sheet 1. Identification Product identifier: silver nitrate , Standard Solution (1 mL = 1 mg Chloride) Other means of identification Product No.: 5652 Recommended use and restriction on use Recommended use: Not available. Restrictions on use: Not known. Manufacturer/Importer/Supplier/Distribut or Information Manufacturer Company Name: Avantor Performance Materials, Inc. Address: 3477 Corporate Parkway, Suite 200 Center Valley, PA 18034 Telephone: Customer Service: 855-282-6867 Fax: Contact Person: Environmental Health & Safety e-mail: Emergency telephone number: 24 Hour Emergency: 908-859-2151 Chemtrec: 800-424-9300 2.

2 Hazard(s) identification Hazard Classification Health HazardsSkin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Environmental HazardsAcute hazards to the aquatic environment Category 1 Chronic hazards to the aquatic environment Category 1 Label Elements Hazard Symbol: Signal Word: Warning Hazard Statement: Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Version: Revision Date: 01-15-2015 SDS_US - SDSMIX000246 2/10 Precautionary Statement Prevention: Wash thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

3 Avoid release to the environment. Response: IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Collect spillage. Disposal: Dispose of contents/container to an appropriate treatment and disposal facility in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and product characteristics at time of disposal.

4 Other hazards which do not result in GHS classification: None. 3. Composition/information on ingredients Mixtures Chemical Identity Common name and synonyms CAS number Content in percent (%)* silver nitrate 7761-88-8 1 - 2% * All concentrations are percent by weight unless ingredient is a gas. Gas concentrations are in percent by volume. 4. First-aid measures General information: Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. Show this Safety data Sheet to the doctor in attendance. Ingestion: Rinse mouth thoroughly. Call a physician or poison control center immediately. Inhalation: Move to fresh air.

5 If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Apply artificial respiration if victim is not breathing Call a physician or poison control center immediately. Skin Contact: Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. Get medical attention if irritation persists after washing. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Eye contact: Immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If easy to do, remove contact lenses. Call a physician or poison control center immediately. In case of irritation from airborne exposure, move to fresh air. Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed Symptoms: Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.

6 Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed Treatment: Treat symptomatically. Symptoms may be delayed. 5. Fire-fighting measures General Fire Hazards: The product is non-combustible. Version: Revision Date: 01-15-2015 SDS_US - SDSMIX000246 3/10 Suitable (and unsuitable) extinguishing media Suitable extinguishing media: Use fire-extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding materials. Unsuitable extinguishing media: None known. Specific hazards arising from the chemical: During fire, gases hazardous to health may be formed. Special protective equipment and precautions for firefighters Special fire fighting procedures: Move containers from fire area if you can do so without risk.

7 Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool. Cool containers exposed to flames with water until well after the fire is out. Special protective equipment for fire-fighters: Firefighters must use standard protective equipment including flame retardant coat, helmet with face shield, gloves, rubber boots, and in enclosed spaces, SCBA. 6. Accidental release measures Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures: Keep unauthorized personnel away. Keep upwind. Use personal protective equipment. Do not touch damaged containers or spilled Material unless wearing appropriate protective clothing.

8 Ventilate closed spaces before entering them. See Section 8 of the msds for Personal Protective Equipment. Methods and Material for containment and cleaning up: Absorb spill with vermiculite or other inert Material , then place in a container for chemical waste. Dike far ahead of larger spill for later recovery and disposal. Notification Procedures: Prevent entry into waterways, sewer, basements or confined areas. Inform authorities if large amounts are involved. Environmental Precautions: Do not contaminate water sources or sewer. Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.

9 Avoid discharge into drains, water courses or onto the ground. 7. Handling and storage Precautions for safe handling: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. Do not taste or swallow. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Use caution when adding this Material to water. See Section 8 of the msds for Personal Protective Equipment. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities: Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs. Keep container tightly closed.

10 Store in a cool and well-ventilated place. Store in corrosive resistant container with a resistant inner liner. Do not store in metal containers. Version: Revision Date: 01-15-2015 SDS_US - SDSMIX000246 4/10 8. Exposure controls/personal protection Control Parameters Occupational Exposure Limits Chemical Identity Type Exposure Limit Values Source silver nitrate - as Ag TWA mg/m3 US. ACGIH Threshold Limit Values (2011) silver nitrate - Dust. - as Ag REL mg/m3 US. NIOSH: Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards (2010) silver nitrate - as Ag PEL mg/m3 US. OSHA Table Z-1 Limits for Air Contaminants (29 CFR ) (02 2006) TWA mg/m3 US.