**** SECTION 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION ****
MSDS Name: Acetic Acid, Glacial
Catalog Numbers:
S70048, S70048-1SC, S70048SC, A35-500, A38-212, A38-450LB, A38-500,
A38-56LB, A38450LB01, A38500LC, A38C-2.5, A38C-212, A38FP 500, A38FP500,
A38J500, A38P 500, A38P-20, A38P500, A38S-2.5, A38S-212, A38S-500,
A38S212EA, A38SI-212, A465-1, A465-250, A490-212, A490212001, A490212LC,
A49120, A4914, A492-200L, A492-20L, A492-212L, A492-500, A507-212, A507-500
BP1185-212, BP1185-500, BP1185-PP20, BP2400-500, BP2401-212, BP2401-500,
BP2401C-212, BP2401P-20, BP2401S-212, BP2401S-500, BP2401SI-212, BP2401SI21
NC9532182, NC9776814, NC9776815, S70048-1MF*, S70048-1SCMF*, S70048-2MF,
S700481MF, S700481SC, S700481SCMF, S700482MF, XXA490EP450LB
Synonyms:
Ethanoic acid; Ethylic acid; Glacial acetic acid; Methanecarboxylic
acid; Vinegar acid.
Company Identification: Fisher Scientific
1 Reagent Lane
Fairlawn, NJ 07410
For information, call: 201-796-7100
Emergency Number: 201-796-7100
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**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
| CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 64-19-7 |Acetic acid | ca.100 | 200-580-7 |
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
Hazard Symbols: C
Risk Phrases: 10 35
**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Flammable. Causes severe burns.Corrosive.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes severe eye irritation. Contact with liquid or vapor causes
severe burns and possible irreversible eye damage.
Skin:
Causes skin burns. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Contact with the skin may cause blackening and hyperkeratosis of the
skin of the hands.
Ingestion:
May cause severe and permanent damage to the digestive tract. Causes
severe pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and shock. May cause
polyuria, oliguria and anuria. Rapidly absorbed from the
gastrointestinal tract.
Inhalation:
Effects may be delayed. Causes chemical burns to the respiratory
tract. Exposure may lead to bronchitis, pharyngitis, and dental
erosion. May be absorbed through the lungs.
Chronic:
Chronic exposure to acetic acid may cause erosion of dental enamel,
bronchitis, eye irritation, darkening of the skin, and chronic
inflammation of the respiratory tract. Acetic acid can cause
occupational asthma. One case of a delayed asthmatic response to
glacial acetic acid has been reported in a person with bronchial
asthma. Skin sensitization to acetic acid is rare, but has occurred.
**** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****
Eyes:
In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for
at least 15 minutes. Get medical aid immediately.
Skin:
In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for
at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Get medical aid immediately. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting. Get medical aid immediately.
If victim is fully conscious, give a cupful of water. Never give
anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Inhalation:
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial
respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Persons with pre-existing skin disorders or impaired respiratory or
pulmonary function may be at increased risk to the effects of this
substance. Treat symptomatically and supportively.
**** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ****
General Information:
Vapors may form an explosive mixture with air. Use water spray to
keep fire-exposed containers cool. Wear appropriate protective
clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes. Wear a self-contained
breathing apparatus (SCBA) to prevent contact with thermal
decomposition products. Reacts with most metals to form highly
flammable hydrogen gas which can form explosive mixtures with air.
Flammable liquid and vapor. May be ignited by friction, heat,
sparks, or flame. Vaporsposed
containers. For large fires, use water spray, fog or
alcohol-resistant foam.
**** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Use water spray to dilute spill to a non-flammable mixture. Avoid
runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to waterways. Wash
area with soap and water. Use water spray to disperse the gas/vapor.
Remove all sources of ignition. Use a spark-proof tool. Provide
ventilation. Cover with material such as dry soda ash or calcium
carbonate and place into a closed container for disposal. A vapor
suppressing foam may be used to reduce vapors.
**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and
wash before reuse. Use only in a well-ventilated area. Empty
containers retain product residue, (liquid and/or vapor), and can be
dangerous. Avoid contact with heat, sparks and flame. Do not get on
skin or in eyes. Do not ingest or inhale. Discard contaminated shoes.
Do not pressurize, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind, or expose
empty containers to heat, sparks or open flames.
Storage:
Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Keep from freezing. Keep
from contact with oxidizing materials. Store in a cool, dry,
well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Corrosives
area. Do not store near alkaline substances. Acetic acid should be
kept above its freezing point (62&F), since it will expand as it
solidifies and may break container.
**** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****
Engineering Controls:
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped
with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate general or
local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the
permissible exposure limits.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear chemical goggles.
Skin:
Wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin
exposure.
Respirators:
A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29
CFR :1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European
Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace
conditions warrant a respirator's use.
**** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****
Physical State: Liquid
Appearance: colorless liquid
Odor: pungent odor - vinegar odor
pH: 2.4 (1M), 2.9 (0.1M)
Vapor Pressure: 11.4 mm Hg @ 20 deg C
Vapor Density: 2.10 (Air=1)
Evaporation Rate: 0.97 (n-Butyl acetate=1)
Viscosity: 1.22 cP
Boiling Point: 117-118 deg C
Freezing/Melting Point: 16.6 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: 426 deg C ( 798.80 deg F)
Flash Point: 39 deg C ( 102.20 deg F)
Explosion Limits, lower: 4.0 vol %
Explosion Limits, upper: 19.9 vol %
Decomposition Temperature: Not available.
Solubility: Soluble in water; releases heat/vapor.
Specific Gravity/Density: 1.05 (Water=1)
Molecular Formula: C2H4O2
Molecular Weight: 60.04
**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****
Chemical Stability:
Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage
and handling conditions.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, ignition sources, excess heat.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Metals, acetic anhydride, alcohols, amines, ammonium nitrate,
chlorine trifluoride, nitric acid, permanganates, peroxides, sodium
hydroxide, sodium peroxide, hydrogen peroxides, acetaldehyde,
caustics (e.g. ammonia, ammonium hydroxide, calcium hydroxide,
potassium hydroxide, sodium hydroxide), acid anhydrides,
chlorosulfonic acid, oleum, chromium trioxide, potassium hydroxide,
carbonates, bromine pentafluoride, perchloric acid, chromic
anhydride, potassium-tert-butoxide, caroducts:
Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon
dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
RTECS#:
CAS# 64-19-7: AF1225000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 64-19-7: Draize test, rabbit, skin: 50 mg/24H Mild; Inhalation,
mouse: LC50 = 5620 ppm/1H; Oral, rat: LD50 = 3310 mg/kg; Skin,
rabbit: LD50 = 1060 uL/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Acetic acid -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA.
Epidemiology:
No information available.
Teratogenicity:
No teratogenic effects were observed among the offspring of mice,
rats, or rabbits that had been given very large doses of apple cider
vinegar (containing acetic acid) during pregnancy.
Reproductive Effects:
Intratesticular, rat: TDLo = 400 mg/kg (male 1 day(s) pre-mating)
Fertility - male fertility index (e.g. # males impregnating females
per # males exposed to fertile nonpregnant females).
Neurotoxicity:
No information available.
Mutagenicity:
Sister Chromatid Exchange: Human, Lymphocyte = 5 mmol/L.; Unscheduled
DNA Synthesis: Administration onto the skin, mouse = 79279 ug/kg.;
Cytogenetic Analysis: Hamster, Ovary = 10 mmol/L.
Other Studies:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
**** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
Ecotoxicity:
Fish: Fathead Minnow: LC50 = 88 mg/L; 96 Hr; Static bioassay @
18-22&CFish: Bluegill/Sunfish: LC50 = 75 mg/L; 96 Hr;
UnspecifiedFish: Goldfish: LC50 = 423 mg/L; 24 Hr; UnspecifiedWater
flea Daphnia: EC50 = 32-47 mg/L; 24-48 Hr; UnspecifiedBacteria:
Phytobacterium phosphoreum: EC50 = 8.86-11 mg/L; 5,15,25 min;
Microtox testIf released to water or soil, acetic acid will
biodegrade readily. Evaporation from dry surfaces is likely to
occur. When spilled on soil, the liquid will spread on the surface
and penetrate into the soil at a rate dependent on the soil type and
its water content. Acetic acid shows no potential for biological
**** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.
**** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****
US DOT
Shipping Name: ACETIC ACID, GLACIAL
Hazard Class: 8
UN Number: UN2789
Packing Group: II
Canadian TDG
Shipping Name: ACETIC ACID GLACIAL
Hazard Class: 8(9.2)
UN Number: UN2789
**** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 64-19-7 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.
Clean Water Act:
CAS# 64-19-7 is listed as a Hazardous Substance under the CWA.
None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Priority
Pollutants under the CWA.
None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Toxic Pollutants
under the CWA.
OSHA:
None of the chemicals in this product are considered highly hazardous
by OSHA.
STATE
Acetic acid can be found on the following state right to know lists:
California, New Jersey, Florida, Pennsylvania, Minnesota,
Massachusetts.
California No Significant Risk Level:
None of the chemicals in this product are listed.
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: C
Risk Phrases:
R 10 Flammable.
R 35 Causes severe burns.
Safety Phrases:
S 23 Do not inhale gas/fumes/vapour/spray.
S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately
with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek
medical advice immediately (show the label where
possible).
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 64-19-7: 1
United Kingdom Occupational Exposure Limits
CAS# 64-19-7: OES-United Kingdom, TWA 10 ppm TWA; 25 mg/m3 TWA
CAS# 64-19-7: OES-United Kingdom, STEL 15 ppm STEL; 37 mg/m3 STEL
Canada
CAS# 64-19-7 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
OEL-CZECHOSLOVAKIA:TWA 25 mg/m3;STEL 50 mg/m3
OEL-DENMARK:TWA 10 ppm (25 mg/m3)
OEL-FINLAND:TWA 10 ppm (25 mg/m3);STEL 15 ppm (37 mg/m3);Skin
OEL-FRANCE:STEL 10 ppm (25 mg/m3)
OEL-GERMANY:TWA 10 ppm (25 mg/m3)
OEL-HUNGARY:TWA 10 mg/m3;STEL 20 mg/m3
OEL-INDIA:TWA 10 ppm (25 mg/m3);STEL 15 ppm (37 mg/m3)
OEL-JAPAN:TWA 10 ppm (25 mg/m3)
OEL-THE NETHERLANDS:TWA 10 ppm (25 mg/m3)
OEL-THE PHILIPPINES:TWA 10 ppm (25 mg/m3)
OEL-POLAND:TWA 5 mg/m3
OEL-RUSSIA:TWA 10 ppm;STEL 5 mg/m3;Skin
OEL-SWEDEN:TWA 10 ppm (25 mg/m3);STEL 15 ppm (35 mg/m3)
OEL-SWITZERLAND:TWA 10 ppm (25 mg/m3);STEL 20 ppm (50 mg/m3)
OEL-THAILAND:TWA 10 ppm (25 mg/m3)
OEL-TURKEY:TWA 10 ppm (25 mg/m3)
OEL-UNITED KINGDOM:TWA 10 ppm (25 mg/m3);STEL 15 ppm (35 mg/m3)
OEL IN BULGARIA, COLOMBIA, JORDAN, KOREA check ACGIH TLV
OEL IN NEW ZEALAND, SINGAPORE, VIETNAM check ACGI TLV
**** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****
MSDS Creation Date: 7/21/1999 Revision #5 Date: 4/10/2001
The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best
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profits or any special, indirect, incidental, consequential or exemplary
damages, howsoever arising, even if the company has been advised of
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