SECTION 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

CLASSIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE OR MIXTURE
Not a dangerous substance or mixture according to GHS.
HMIS CLASSIFICATION:
Health: 0 Fire: 0 Reactivity Hazard: 0
NFPA RATING:
Health: 0 Flammability: 0 Reactivity Hazard: 0
EYE CONTACT: May cause immediate or delayed eye irritation.
SKIN CONTACT: May cause irritation.
INHALATION: May be irritating to the respiratory tract.
INGESTION: No information available.

SECTION 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Formula: Cr2(OOCCH3)4. 2H2O
Molecular Weight: 376.20
CHEMICAL NAME / CAS#
Chromium (II) Acetate / 628-52-4

SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES

EYE EXPOSURE: Flush eyes with plenty of water. Seek medical attention.
SKIN EXPOSURE: Immediately wash with plenty of soap and water. Seek medical attention.
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Get medical attention if necessary.
INGESTION: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If conscious, wash out mouth with water. Get medical attention if necessary.

SECTION 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

FLASH POINT: >110°C
AUTO IGNITION TEMPERATURE: Not available
EXPLOSION LIMITS: Not available
EXTINGUISHING MEDIUM: Water spray, foam, carbon dioxide, and dry chemical.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Wear self-contained, approved breathing apparatus and full protective clothing, including eye protection and boots.
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION AND DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Chromium oxide and carbon oxides.

SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS: Wear all appropriate equipment when using this material. Ensure adequate ventilation. Avoid the formation of dust. Avoid breathing vapors, mist, gas, or dust.
ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS: Prevent spillage from entering drains or allowing to be released into the environment.
METHODS AND MATERIALS FOR CONTAINMENT AND CLEANING UP: Sweep up and place in suitable container for proper disposal.

SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING: Wear appropriate personal protective equipment. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid formation of dusts and aerosols. Handle under inert gas.
CONDITIONS FOR SAFE STORAGE: Store in cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Store under inert gas. Air and moisture sensitive.

SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

EXPOSURE CONTROLS: Contains no substances with occupational exposure limit values.
EYE PROTECTION: Wear chemical safety glasses or goggles and face shield.
SKIN PROTECTION: Wear nitrile or rubber gloves, and a complete suit protecting against chemicals.
VENTILATION: Provide local exhaust, preferably mechanical.
RESPIRATOR: Use an approved respirator.
ADDITIONAL PROTECTION: Provide eyewash stations, quick-drench showers and washing facilities accessible to areas of use and handling.

SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

COLOR AND FORM: Light red-brown powder
ODOR: None
MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 376.20
BOILING POINT: No data available
MELTING POINT: No data available
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 1.79 gm/ml
SOLUBILITY: Insoluble

SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

STABILITY: Stable
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Avoid air and moisture
INCOMPATIBILITY: Strong oxidizing agents.
DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Chromium oxide and carbon oxides.

SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

ACUTE TOXICITY: LD50 Oral – Rat – 11,260mg/kg.
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: No components of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is considered to be a human carcinogen.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available
TETRATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available
CHRONIC TOXICITY: Not available
RTECS: AG3000000

SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

No information available

SECTION 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Dispose of in according to local, state, and federal regulations.

SECTION 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Not a dangerous good

SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

TSCA: Listed in the TSCA inventory
SARA 302/304: Not Listed
SARA 311/312: Not Listed
SARA (TITLE 313): Not Listed
CALIFORNIA PROP. 65: Not Listed
MASSACHUSETTS RIGHT TO KNOW COMPONENTS: No components are subject to the Massachusetts Right to Know Act.
NEW JERSEY RIGHT TO KNOW COMPONENTS: Chromium(II) acetate hydrate
PENNSYLVANIA RIGHT TO KNOW COMPONENTS: Chromium(II) acetate hydrate