SECTION 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Statements of Hazard: Irritant
Acute Health Hazard: Irritant to eyes, skin, mucous membranes and respiratory system. May be harmful by ingestion, inhalation or skin absorption.
Chronic Health Hazard: Not Available
HMIS Rating: H:1 F:1 P:0
NFPA Rating: H:1 F:1 R:0
To the best of our knowledge, the toxicological properties of this chemical have not been thoroughly investigated. Use appropriate procedures and precautions to prevent or minimize exposure.

Pictogram:
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statement(s):
H302
Harmful if swallowed.
H312
Harmful in contact with skin.
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/vapors/ spray.
P280
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P301+P312
IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON
CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.
P302+P352
IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
P304+P340
IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
P305+P351+P338
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P332+P313
If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention.

SECTION 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Chemical Name: Zirconium oxalate hydrate
Synonyms: Not Available
CAS Number: 14536-19-7
MDL Number: MFCD00050808
EINECS Number: 238-571-5
Beilstein Registry Number: Not Available
Molecular Formula: ZrO(HC2O4)2•H2O
Molecular Weight: 267.26
Content: 95 – 100%
Notes: Not Available

SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES

Eye Contact: Flush eyes with large amounts of water for fifteen minutes. Separate eyelids with fingers. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
Skin Contact: Wash skin with soap and water. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention.
Inhalation: Move to a fresh air environment. Contact a physician if breathing becomes difficult.

SECTION 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

Flash Point: Not Available
Explosion Limits:
Lower: Not Available
Upper: Not Available
Autoignition: Not Available
Extinguishing Media: Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, alcohol-resistant foam or water spray.
Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained respirator and fully protective impervious suit.
Specific Hazards: May emit hazardous fumes under fire conditions.

SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal Protection:
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus, rubber boots and gloves, and disposable coveralls. Dispose of coveralls after use.
Keep unprotected persons away.
Environmental Protection: Keep spills out of sewers and bodies of water. Dike and contain the spill with inert material. Absorb on sand, vermiculite or diatomite. Transfer material to a container for disposal or recovery. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.

SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Handling: Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure. Use only in a chemical fume hood. Open and handle container with care. Keep ignition sources away.
Storage: Store in a tightly closed container in a dry, well-ventilated place.
Sensitivities: Not Available
Storage Temperature: 15 – 30 ºC

SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglass or chemical safety goggles. Make sure that there is an eyewash facility in your vicinity.
Skin: Wear impervious gloves and protective clothing.
Respiratory: Use a NIOSH approved respirator when exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.

SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance: Solid
Odor: Not Available
Melting Point: Not Available
Boiling Point: Not Available
pH Value: Not Available
Density: Not Available
Refractive Index, n20D: Not Available
Viscosity: Not Available
Solubility in Water: Not Available
Vapor Pressure: Not Available
Vapor Density(Air=1): Not Available

SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Incompatibility: Strong oxidizing agents.
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, Flame, Sparks, other ignition sources
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Zirconium oxides, Carbon oxides

SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

RTECS Reference: Not Available
Target Organs: Not Available
Toxicity Data: Not Available
Skin corrosion/irritation: Not Available
Serious eye damage/irritation: Not Available
Carcinogenicity: Not Available

SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Toxicity: Not Available
Persistence and degradability: Not Available
Bioaccumulative potential: Not Available
Mobility in soil: Not Available
PBT and vPvB assessment: Not Available
Other adverse effects: Not Available

SECTION 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service. Dispose in a manner consistent with federal, state and local environmental regulations.

SECTION 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

DOT: Not Regulated
IATA: Not Regulated
IMDG: Not Regulated

SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

United States:
Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA): Not listed
Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA 302): Not listed
Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA 311/312): Not listed
Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA 313): Not listed
European Union:
European Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances
(EINECS): No. 238-571-5
Hazard Codes: Not Available
Risk Statements: Not Available
Safety Statements: Not Available
Canada
Canadian Domestic Substances List (DSL): Not listed
Canadian Domestic Substances List (NDSL): Not listed