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Date Effective... June 3, 2010
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Chemical Name/Synonyms:
Phosphotungstic Acid Hydrate; Tungstophosphoric acid hydrate
Emergencies Contacting CHEMTREC 24 Hour Emergency
Use Only #'s.... Worldwide phone : 1-(703)-527-3887
Worldwide FAX : 1-(703)-741-6090
Toll-free phone : 1-(800)-424-9300 USA only
Product or Trade Name... SPI #02535-AB Phosphotungstic acid hydrate
Synonyms................. Tungstophosphoric acid hydrate;
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Component Name CAS # Percent EINECS/ELINCS Phosphotungstic acid hydrate 12501-23-4 100 n/a
Emergency overview: Corrosive Causes eye and skin burns May be harmful if inhaled or swallowed Appearance: White or slightly yellowish-green crystals, hygroscopic Flash Point: n/a Potential Health Effects Eye: Eye contact causes eye burns Skin: Skin contact causes skin burns. Ingestion:Ingestion may be hazardous. Inhalation: Inhalation may be hazardous to the mucous membranes and respiratory tract. Chronic: Repeated exposure to low levels of dust may product eye irritation, contact dermatitis with the skin, or respiratory irritation and lung damage on inhalation.
Eyes: Flush eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes in case of eye contact. Seek medical attention. Skin: Flush skin with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes in case of skin contact. Remove contaminated shoes and clothing and wash before reuse. Seek medical attention. Ingestion: If swallowed, wash mouth out with water and seek medical attention. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Inhalation: Remove victim to fresh air. If not breathing, provide artificial respiration. Provide oxygen if breathing is difficult.
General Information: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing to prevent contact with eyes, skin, and respiratory system. Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions. Extinguishing Media: Use dry chemical powder. Flash Point: n/a Autoignition Temp: n/a
General Information: Evacuate area. Spills/Leaks: Ventilate the area. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, rubber gloves, and rubber boots. Sweep up, place in a container, and hold for waste disposal. After pickup is complete, wash the spill site.
Handling: Avoid contact by inhalation, eye contact, skin contact, ore ingestion. Avoid repeated or prolonged contact. Storage: Store in cool, dry area in tightly closed containers.
Engineering Controls: Use only in a chemical fume hood. A safety shower and an eye wash station must be available to the work area. Exposure Limits: n/a Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Chemical splash goggles. Skin: Chemical resistant gloves. Clothing: Synthetic apron. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Dispose of contaminated shoes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Respirators: When ventilation is inadequate, use type N100 (US) or type P3 (EN143) respirator cartridges. Use full-face supplied air respirator if this is the sole means of protection.
Physical State: solid crystals Appearance: white or slightly yellowish-green Odor: n/a pH: n/a Vapor Pressure: n/a Vapor Density: n/a Evaporation Rate: n/a Viscosity: n/a Boiling Point: n/a Freezing/Melting Point: n/a Autoignition Temperature: n/a Flash Point: n/a Decomposition Temperature: n/a Explosion Limits: n/a Solubility in water: soluble Specific Gravity/Density: n/a Molecular Formula: H3PO4·12WO3·nH2O Molecular Weight: 2880.17
Chemical Stability: Stable Incompatibility with Other Materials: Strong bases, strong reducing agents, strong oxidizing agents Hazardous Decomposition of Products: Under fire conditions, thermal decomposition products of phosphorus oxide, tungsten oxide, or phospine may be produced. Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
RTECS#: TH5650000 LD50/LC50 Information: n/a Carcinogenicity: Not known to cause cancer in humans or animals. Eye: Eye contact causes eye burns Skin: Skin contact causes skin burns. Ingestion: Ingestion may be hazardous. Inhalation: Inhalation may be hazardous to mucous membranes and respiratory tract. Chronic: Repeated exposure to low levels of dust may product eye irritation, contact dermatitis with the skin, or respiratory irritation and lung damage on inhalation.
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Use a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material. Observe all federal, state, and local regulations.
US DOT Hazard Class: Proper shipping name: corrosive solid, acidic, inorganic, n.o.s. UN#: 3260 Class: 8 Packing Group: II Hazard Label: Corrosive PIH: not PHH IATA (for international shipments) Proper shipping name: corrosive solid, acidic, inorganic, n.o.s. UN#: 3260 Class: 8 Packing Group: II
United States: Danger: Corrosive European/International Regulations: European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives Hazard Symbols: Risk Phrases: R: 34 Causes burns Safety Phrases: S:26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S: 36/37/38 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves, and eye/face protection. Canada This product has a WHMIS classification of Class E: Corrosive DSL/NDSL: n/a
United States: Danger: Corrosive Disclaimer of Liability: Caution! Do not use SPI Supplies products or materials in applications involving implantation within the body; direct or indirect contact with the blood pathway; contact with bone, tissue, tissue fluid, or blood; or prolonged contact with mucous membranes. Products offered by SPI Supplies are not designed or manufactured for use in implantation in the human body or in contact with internal body fluids or tissues. SPI Supplies will not provide to customers making devices for such applications any notice, certification, or information necessary for such medical device use required by US FDA (Food and Drug Administration) regulation or any other statute. SPI Supplies and Structure Probe, Inc. make no representation, promise, express warranty or implied warranty concerning the suitability of these materials for use in implantation in the human body or in contact with internal body tissues of fluids.
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