Phosphomolybdic Acid Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
SDS #: 599
Revision Date: March 21, 2014
Phosphomolybdic Acid
Flinn Scientific, Inc. P.O. Box 219, Batavia, IL 60510 (800) 452-1261 Chemtrec Emergency Phone Number: (800) 424-10120
Signal Word
DANGER
Hazard class: Oxidizing solids (Category 3). May intensify fire; oxidizer (H272). Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and hot surfaces. No smoking (P210).
Hazard class: Skin corrosion or irritation (Category 1). Causes severe skin burns and eye damage (H314).
Component Name |
CAS Number |
Formula |
Formula Weight |
Concentration |
Phosphomolybdic acid
Synonyms: Molybdophosphoric acid
|
51429-74-4 |
P2O5•24MoO3 •xH2O |
3596.48 + xH2O |
|
Immediately call a POISON CENTER or physician (P310). If inhaled: Remove victim to fresh air in a position comfortable for breathing (P304+P340). 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 on skin: Immediately remove all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water (P303+P361+P353). Wash contaminated clothing before reuse (P363). If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting (P301+P330+P331).
Nonflammable solid. When heated to decomposition, may emit toxic fumes. In case of fire: Use a tri-class dry chemical fire extinguisher.
NFPA Code
None established
Sweep up, place in sealed bag or container and dispose. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete. See Sections 8 and 13 for further information.
Flinn Suggested Chemical Storage Pattern: Inorganic #9. Store with acids but NOT in acid cabinet. Keep away from combustible materials (P220). Take any precautions to avoid mixing with combustibles (P221). Do not breathe dust (P260).
Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, and eye protection (P280). Wash hands thoroughly after handling (P264).
Yellowish crystals. Plastic-like odor. Soluble: Water and alcohol
Melting point: 78-90 °C Specific gravity: 3.15
Avoid contact with combustible materials. Shelf life: Indefinite, if stored properly.
Acute effects: Severe skin and eye damage. Respiratory tract irritation Chronic effects: N.A. Target organs: N.A.
ORL-RAT LD50: N.A. 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 #6 is one option.
Shipping name: Not regulated. Hazard class: N/A. UN number: N/A.
TSCA-listed, RCRA code D001.
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
completeness of the data and shall not be liable for any damages relating thereto. The data is offered solely for your consideration, investigation, and verification. The
data should not be confused with local, state, federal or insurance mandates, regulations, or requirements and CONSTITUTE NO WARRANTY. Any use of this data and
information must be determined by the science instructor to be in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws and regulations. The conditions or methods of
handling, storage, use and disposal of the product(s) described are beyond the control of Flinn Scientific, Inc. and may be beyond our knowledge. FOR THIS AND OTHER
REASONS, WE DO NOT ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY AND EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM LIABILITY FOR LOSS, DAMAGE OR EXPENSE ARISING OUT OF OR IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH THE HANDLING, STORAGE, USE OR DISPOSAL OF THIS PRODUCT(S).
Consult your copy of the Flinn Science Catalog/Reference Manual for additional information about laboratory chemicals.
|