Chromium Chloride Solution Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
SDS #: 238.1
Revision Date: March 25, 2014
Chromium Chloride Solution
Flinn Scientific, Inc. P.O. Box 219, Batavia, IL 60510 (800) 452-1261 Chemtrec Emergency Phone Number: (800) 424-9617
Signal Word
WARNING
Hazard class: Skin and serious eye damage, corrosion or irritation (Category 2, 2B). Causes skin and eye irritation (H315+H320).
Component Name |
CAS Number |
Formula |
Formula Weight |
Concentration |
Chromium chloride Water
Synonyms: Chromium(II) chloride solution
|
10060-12-5 7732-18-5 |
CrCl3•6H2O H2O |
266.48 18.00 |
2.6% 97% |
If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice or attention (P308+P313). If inhaled: Remove victim to fresh air in a position comfortable for breathing. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do so. Continue rinsing (P305+P351+P338). If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice or attention (P337+P313). If on skin: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes (P351). If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Call a POISON CENTER or physician if you feel unwell.
Nonflammable, noncombustible solution. In case of fire: Use a tri-class dry chemical fire extinguisher.
NFPA Code
None established
Ventilate area. Contain the spill with sand or absorbent material and deposit in a sealed bag or container. See Sections 8 and 13 for further information.
Flinn Suggested Chemical Storage Pattern: Inorganic #2. Store with acetates, halides, sulfates, sulfites, thiosulfates and phosphates. Store in a cool, dry place.
Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, and eye protection (P280). Wash hands thoroughly after handling (P264). Exposure guidelines: (as chromium chloride) PEL 0.5 mg/m3 (OSHA); TLV 0.5 mg/m3 (ACGIH)
Dark green aqueous solution. Odorless.
pH: ~2
Avoid contact with moisture and oxidizing agents. Toxic fumes are emitted on decomposition. Shelf life: Good, if stored properly.
Acute effects: Highly toxic, corrosive. Chronic effects: N.A. Target organs: N.A.
ORL-RAT LD50: 1790 mg/kg (as Cr) IHL-RAT LC50: N.A. SKN-RBT LD50: N.A.
Please review all federal, state and local regulations that may apply before proceeding. Flinn Suggested Disposal Method #27f is one option.
Shipping name: Not regulated. Hazard class: N/A. UN number: N/A.
TSCA-listed, EINECS-listed (233-038-3), RCRA code D010.
This Safety Data Sheet (SDS) is for guidance and is based upon information and tests believed to be reliable. Flinn Scientific, Inc. makes no guarantee of the accuracy or
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