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Chemical Product and Company Identification |
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Synonyms:
Citrosodine; trisodium citrate; citric acid, trisodium
salt; 2-hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic acid, trisodium salt,
dihydrate; sodium citrate dihydrate.
CAS No.: 1313-13-9
Molecular Weight: 294.10
Chemical Formula: HOC (COONa) (CH2COONa)2.2H2O |
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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 |
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2. Hazards
Identification |
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Emergency Overview
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CAUTION! MAY CAUSE IRRITATION TO SKIN, EYES, AND RESPIRATORY
TRACT. |
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Health Rating: 1 - Slight
Flammability Rating: 1 - Slight
Reactivity Rating: 0 - None
Contact Rating: 1 - Slight
Lab Protective Equip: GOGGLES; LAB COAT; PROPER GLOVES
Storage Color Code: Green (General Storage) |
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:
Inhalation of large amounts of dust may cause irritation to the
respiratory tract.
Ingestion:
Extremely large oral dosages may produce gastrointestinal
disturbances.
Skin Contact:
Possible irritation on prolonged contact with moist or sensitive
areas of the skin.
Eye Contact:
No adverse effects expected but dust may cause mechanical
irritation.
Chronic Exposure:
No information found.
Aggravation of Pre-existing Conditions:
No information found. |
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First Aid Measures |
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Inhalation:
Remove to fresh air. Get medical attention for any breathing
difficulty.
Ingestion:
Give several glasses of water to drink to dilute. If large
amounts were swallowed, get medical advice.
Skin Contact:
Wash exposed area with soap and water. Get medical advice if
irritation develops.
Eye Contact:
Wash thoroughly with running water. Get medical advice if
irritation develops. |
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4.
Fire Fighting Measures |
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Fire:
As with most organic solids, fire is possible at elevated
temperatures or by contact with an ignition source.
Explosion:
Fine dust dispersed in air in sufficient concentrations, and in
the presence of an ignition source is a potential dust explosion
hazard.
Fire Extinguishing Media:
Water spray, dry chemical, alcohol foam, or carbon dioxide.
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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5.
Disposal Considerations |
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Whatever cannot be saved for recovery or recycling should be
managed in an appropriate and approved waste disposal facility.
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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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
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