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Chemical Product and Company Identification |
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Synonyms:
Ethanedioic acid, dihydrate; oxalic acid dihydrate
CAS No.: 6153-56-6
Molecular Weight: 126.07
Chemical Formula: HOOCCOOH.2H2O |
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Company Information:
ChemicalStore.com
A Division of New Jersey Industrial Research
1059 Main Avenue
Clifton, NJ 07011 For Information, call:
(973) 405-6248 |
2. Hazards
Identification |
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Emergency Overview
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POISON! DANGER! MAY BE FATAL IF SWALLOWED. CORROSIVE. CAUSES
SEVERE IRRITATION AND BURNS TO SKIN, EYES, AND RESPIRATORY
TRACT. HARMFUL IF INHALED OR ABSORBED THROUGH SKIN. MAY CAUSE
KIDNEY DAMAGE.
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Health Rating: 2 - Moderate
Flammability Rating: 1 - Slight
Reactivity Rating: 1 - Slight
Contact Rating: 3 - Severe (Corrosive)
Lab Protective Equip: GOGGLES; LAB COAT; PROPER GLOVES
Storage Color Code: White (Corrosive) |
0 - Minimum Hazard
1 - Slight Hazard
2 - Moderate Hazard
3 - Serious Hazard
4 - Severe Hazard |

H = Health
F = Fire
R = Reactivity |
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Potential Health Effects
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Inhalation:
Harmful if inhaled. Can cause severe irritation and burns of
nose, throat, and respiratory tract.
Ingestion:
Toxic! May cause burns, nausea, severe gastroenteritis and
vomiting, shock and convulsions. May cause renal damage, as
evidenced by bloody urine. Estimate fatal dose is 5 to 15 grams.
Skin Contact:
Can cause severe irritation, possible skin burns. May be
absorbed through the skin.
Eye Contact:
Oxalic acid is an eye irritant. It may produce corrosive
effects.
Chronic Exposure:
May cause inflammation of the upper respiratory tract. Prolonged
skin contact can cause dermatitis, cyanosis of the fingers and
possible ulceration. May affect kidneys.
Aggravation of Pre-existing Conditions:
Persons with pre-existing skin disorders or eye problems, or
impaired kidney or respiratory function may be more susceptible
to the effects of the substance. |
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First Aid Measures |
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Inhalation:
Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial
respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Call a
physician immediately.
Ingestion:
DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING! Give large quantities of limewater or
milk to drink. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious
person. Call a physician immediately.
Skin Contact:
In case of contact, wipe off excess from skin then immediately
flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while
removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before
reuse. Call a physician immediately.
Eye Contact:
Immediately flush eyes with gentle but large stream of water for
at least 15 minutes, lifting lower and upper eyelids
occasionally. Call a physician immediately. |
4.
Fire Fighting Measures |
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Fire:
Oxalic Acid is a combustible solid below 101C (215F)
Explosion:
Reacts explosively with strong oxidizing materials and some
silver compounds.
Fire Extinguishing Media:
Water spray, dry chemical, alcohol foam, or carbon dioxide. Foam
or water on molten oxalic acid may cause frothing. Water spray
may be used to keep fire exposed containers cool.
Special Information:
In the event of a fire, wear full protective clothing and NIOSH-approved
self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated
in the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode. |
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Disposal Considerations |
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Whatever cannot be saved for recovery or recycling should be
managed in an appropriate and approved waste facility. Although
not a listed RCRA hazardous waste, this material may exhibit one
or more characteristics of a hazardous waste and require
appropriate analysis to determine specific disposal
requirements. Processing, use or contamination of this product
may change the waste management options. State and local
disposal regulations may differ from federal disposal
regulations. Dispose of container and unused contents in
accordance with federal, state and local requirements. |
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information contained herein in good faith but makes no
representation as to its comprehensiveness or accuracy. This
document is intended only as a guide to the appropriate
precautionary handling of the material by a properly trained
person using this product. Individuals receiving the
information must exercise their independent judgment in
determining its appropriateness for a particular purpose. New
Jersey Industrial Research Center is not responsible for damages
resulting from use of or reliance upon this information. |