SECTION 1. IDENTIFICATION
Product Name: Copper(II) Stearate
Product Number: All applicable American Elements product codes, e.g. CU2-STAT-01-C
CAS #: 660-60-6
Relevant identified uses of the substance: Scientific research and development
Supplier details:
American Elements
10884 Weyburn Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90024
Tel: +1 310-208-0551
Fax: +1 310-208-0351
Emergency telephone number:
Domestic, North America: +1 800-424-9300
International: +1 703-527-3887
SECTION 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS Classification in accordance with Hazardous Products Regulations (HPR) (SOR/2015-17)
Acute toxicity, oral(Category 4) H302
Skin corrosion/irritation (Category 2) H315
Serious eye damage/eye irritation(Category 2A ) H319
Acute toxicity, inhalation (Category 4) H332
Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure;Respiratory system(Category 3) H335
Signal word: Warning
Hazard statement(s)
H302
Harmful if swallowed
H315
Causes skin irritation
H319
Causes serious eye irritation
H332
Harmful if inhaled
H335
May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statement(s)
P261
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P280
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face 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.
Other hazards
Additional precautionary phrases are located throughout the safety data sheet
SECTION 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Molecular Formula: C36H70CuO4
Molecular Weight: 630.49
Copper(II) stearate
CAS Number 660-60-6
SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Description of first aid measures
General advice
Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.Move out of dangerous area.
If inhaled
If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.
In case of skin contact
Take off contaminated clothing and shoes immediately. Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Take victim
immediately to hospital. Consult a physician.
In case of eye contact
Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician. Continue rinsing eyes during transport to hospital.
If swallowed
Do NOT induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water.
Consult a physician.
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
The most important known symptoms and effects are described in the labelling (see section 2.2) and/or in section 11
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
No data available
SECTION 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media: alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide
Unsuitable extinguishing media: no data
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
In combustion toxic fumes may form.
Advice for firefighters
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
Wear protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Wear respiratory protection. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapours, mist or gas.
Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Avoid breathing dust.
Do not attempt to take action without suitable protective clothing.
For personal protection see section 8.
Environmental precautions
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains or river.
Alert the neighbourhood to the presence of fumes or gas.
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Mix with sand or vermiculite. Sweep up and shovel. Transfer to a closable, labelled salvage container for disposal by an appropriate method.
SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
Ensure there is sufficient ventilation of the area.
Normal measures for preventive fire protection. For precautions see section 2.2.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated area. Containers which are opened must be carefully
resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage.Inert atmosphere,Room Temperature
Specific end use(s)
The end use(s) have not been fully determined. The substance is supplied for Research and Development
purposes by professionals only
SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Control parameters
Components with workplace control parameters
Contains no substances with occupational exposure limit values.
Exposure controls
Appropriate engineering controls
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday
Personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection
Face shield and safety glasses Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate
government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
Skin protection
Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without
touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after
use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands.
Body Protection
Complete suit protecting against chemicals, The type of protective equipment must be selected according to
the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
Respiratory protection
Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a full-face particle respirator type
N100 (US) or type P3 (EN 143) respirator cartridges as a backup to engineering controls. If the respirator is
the sole means of protection, use a full-face supplied air respirator. Use respirators and components tested
and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).
Control of environmental exposure
Do not let product enter drains.
SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance Blue to green powder or crystals
Boiling Point No data available
Melting Point No data available
Odour No data available
Odour Threshold No data available
pH No data available
Flash point No data available
Evapouration rate No data available
Vapour pressure No data available
Vapor Density No data available
Relative density No data available
Solubility in water No data available
Auto-ignition temperature No data available
Decomposition temperature No data available
Viscosity No Data No data available
Explosive properties No data available
Oxidizing properties No data available
SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity
No data available
Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Possibility of hazardous reactions
No data available
Conditions to avoid
No data available
Incompatible materials
Strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous decomposition products
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, metallic oxides
SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute Toxicity No data available
Skin corrosion/irritation No data available
Serious eye Damage/irritation No data available
Respiratory or skin sensitisation No data available
Germ Cell mutagenicity No data available
Carcinogenicity No data available
Reproductive toxicity No data available
STOT-single exposure No data available
STOT-repeated exposure No data available
Aspiration hazard No data available
Additional
To the best of our knowledge the acute and chronic toxicity of this substance is not fully known.
No classification data on carcinogenic properties of this material is available from the EPA, IARC, NTP, OSHA
or ACGIH
SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxicity
No data available.
Persistence and degradability
No data available.
Bioaccumulative potential
No data available.
Mobility in soil
No data available
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
No data available
Other adverse effects
No data available
SECTION 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste treatment methods
Disposal Operations
Consult state, local or national regulations for proper disposal. Hand over to authorised disposal company as
hazardous waste.
Disposal of Packaging
Disposal must be made according to official regulations.
SECTION 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT (US)
Classed non-hazardous for shipping.
IMDG
Classed non-hazardous for shipping.
IATA
Classed non-hazardous for shipping.
SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Safety, health and environmental and national regulations:
Product is not subject to any additional regulations or provisions
California Proposition 65
Not listed on California’s listing of known or potential carcinogens.
Safety Assessment
No Chemical Safety Assessment
SECTION 16. OTHER INFORMATION
Safety Data Sheet according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH). The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any guarantee of the properties of the product. American Elements shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale. COPYRIGHT 1997-2022 AMERICAN ELEMENTS. LICENSED GRANTED TO MAKE UNLIMITED PAPER COPIES FOR INTERNAL USE ONLY.
Copper (atomic symbol: Cu, atomic number: 29) is a Block D, Group 11, Period 4 element with an atomic weight of 63.546. The number of electrons in each of copper's shells is 2, 8, 18, 1 and its electron configuration is [Ar]3d10 4s1. The copper atom has a radius of 128 pm and a Van der Waals radius of 186 pm. Copper was first discovered by Early Man prior to 9000 BC. In its elemental form, copper has a reddish-orange metallic and lustrous appearance. Of all pure 
has a higher electrical conductivity. The origin of the word copper comes from the Latin word 'cuprium' which translates as "metal of Cyprus," as the Mediterranean island of Cyprus was known as an ancient source of mined copper..
