Ammonium Hexafluorophosphate
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Ammonium hexafluorophosphate sc-252371 Material Safety Data Sheet Hazard Alert Code Key: EXTREME HIGH MODERATE LOW Section 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION PRODUCT NAME Ammonium hexafluorophosphate STATEMENT OF HAZARDOUS NATURE CONSIDERED A HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE ACCORDING TO OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200. NFPA FLAMMABILITY0 HEALTH3 HAZARD INSTABILITY0 SUPPLIER Santa Cruz Biotechnology, Inc. 2145 Delaware Avenue Santa Cruz, California 95060 800.457.3801 or 831.457.3800 EMERGENCY ChemWatch Within the US & Canada: 877-715-9305 Outside the US & Canada: +800 2436 2255 (1-800-CHEMCALL) or call +613 9573 3112 PRODUCT USE ! Reagent. SYNONYMS H4-F6-N-P, NH4PF6, "ammonium hexafluophosphate", "ammonium phosphorus hexafluoride" Section 2 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION CHEMWATCH HAZARD RATINGS Min Max Flammability: 0 Toxicity: 2 Body Contact: 4 Min/Nil=0 Low=1 Reactivity: 0 Moderate=2 High=3 Chronic: 2 Extreme=4 CANADIAN WHMIS SYMBOLS 1 of 7 EMERGENCY OVERVIEW RISK Causes severe burns. Risk of serious damage to eyes. POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS ACUTE HEALTH EFFECTS SWALLOWED ! The material can produce severe chemical burns within the oral cavity and gastrointestinal tract following ingestion. ! Ingestion of acidic corrosives may produce burns around and in the mouth. the throat and esophagus. ! Accidental ingestion of the material may be damaging to the health of the individual. ! Fluoride causes severe loss of calcium in the blood, with symptoms appearing several hours later including painful and rigid muscle contractions of the limbs. Cardiovascular collapse can occur and may cause death with increased heart rate and other heart rhythm irregularities. ! Large doses of ammonia or injected ammonium salts may produce diarrhea and may be sufficiently absorbed to produce increased production of urine and systemic poisoning. Symptoms include weakening of facial muscle, tremor, anxiety, reduced muscle and limb control. EYE ! The material can produce severe chemical burns to the eye following direct contact. Vapors or mists may be extremely irritating. ! If applied to the eyes, this material causes severe eye damage. ! Direct eye contact with acid corrosives may produce pain, tears, sensitivity to light and burns. Mild burns of the epithelia generally recover rapidly and completely. SKIN ! The material can produce severe chemical burns following direct contactwith the skin. ! Skin contact with acidic corrosives may result in pain and burns; these may be deep with distinct edges and may heal slowly with the formation of scar tissue. ! Skin contact is not thought to have harmful health effects, however the material may still produce health damage following entry through wounds, lesions or abrasions. ! Open cuts, abraded or irritated skin should not be exposed to this material. ! Entry into the blood-stream, through, for example, cuts, abrasions or lesions, may produce systemic injury with harmful effects. Examine the skin prior to the use of the material and ensure that any external damage is suitably protected. ! Solution of material in moisture on the skin, or perspiration, may markedly increase skin corrosion and accelerate tissue destruction. INHALED ! The material can cause respiratory irritation in some persons. The body's response to such irritation can cause further lung damage. ! Corrosive acids can cause irritation of the respiratory tract, with coughing, choking and mucous membrane damage. There may be dizziness, headache, nausea and weakness. ! Persons with impaired respiratory function, airway diseases and conditions such as emphysema or chronic bronchitis, may incur further disability if excessive concentrations of particulate are inhaled. ! Acute effects of fluoride inhalation include irritation of nose and throat, coughing and chest discomfort. A single acute over-exposure may even cause nose bleed. CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS ! Repeated or prolonged exposure to acids may result in the erosion of teeth, swelling and or ulceration of mouth lining. Irritation of airways to lung, with cough, and inflammation of lung tissue often occurs. Long-term exposure to respiratory irritants may result in disease of the airways involving difficult breathing and related systemic problems. Limited evidence suggests that repeated or long-term occupational exposure may produce cumulative health effects involving organs or biochemical systems. Long term exposure to high dust concentrations may cause changes in lung function i.e. pneumoconiosis; caused by particles less than 0.5 micron penetrating and remaining in the lung. Extended exposure to inorganic fluorides causes fluorosis, which includes signs of joint pain and stiffness, tooth discoloration, nausea and vomiting, loss of appetite, diarrhea or constipation, weight loss, anemia, weakness and general unwellness. There may also be frequent urination and thirst. Section 3 - COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS NAME CAS RN % ammonium hexafluorophosphate 16941-11-0 >98 Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES SWALLOWED " For advice, contact a Poisons Information Center or a doctor at once. " Urgent hospital treatment is likely to be needed. 2 of 7 EYE ! If this product comes in contact with the eyes: " Immediately hold eyelids apart and flush the eye continuously with running water. " Ensure complete irrigation of the eye by keeping eyelids apart and away from eye and moving the eyelids by occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids. SKIN ! If there is evidence of severe skin irritation or skin burns: " Avoid further contact. Immediately remove contaminated clothing, including footwear. " Flush skin under running water for 15 minutes. " Avoiding contamination of the hands, massage calcium gluconate gel into affected areas, pay particular attention to creases in skin. " Contact the Poisons Information Centre. " Continue gel application for at least 15 minutes after burning sensation ceases. " If pain recurs, repeat application of calcium gluconate gel or apply every 20 minutes. " If no gel is available, continue washing for at least 15 minutes, using soap if available. If patient is conscious, give six calcium gluconate or calcium carbonate tablets in water by mouth. " Transport to hospital, or doctor, urgently. INHALED " If fumes or combustion products are inhaled remove from contaminated area. " Lay patient down. Keep warm and rested. For massive exposures: " If dusts, vapors, aerosols, fumes or combustion products are inhaled, remove from contaminated area. " Lay patient down. NOTES TO PHYSICIAN ! Treat symptomatically. For acute or short term repeated exposures to strong acids: " Airway problems may arise from laryngeal edema and inhalation exposure. Treat with 100% oxygen initially. " Respiratory distress may require cricothyroidotomy if endotracheal intubation is contraindicated by excessive swelling. Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES Vapour Pressure (mmHG): Negligible Upper Explosive Limit (%): Not Applicable Specific Gravity (water=1): 2.18 Lower Explosive Limit (%): Not Applicable EXTINGUISHING MEDIA " Water spray or fog. " Foam. FIRE FIGHTING " Alert Emergency Responders and tell them location and nature of hazard. " Wear full body protective clothing with breathing apparatus. When any large container (including road and rail tankers) is involved in a fire, consider evacuation by 800 metres in all directions. GENERAL FIRE HAZARDS/HAZARDOUS COMBUSTIBLE PRODUCTS " Non combustible. " Not considered to be a significant fire risk. Decomposition may produce toxic fumes of: hydrogen fluoride, nitrogen oxides (NOx), phosphorus oxides (POx). FIRE INCOMPATIBILITY ! None known. PERSONAL PROTECTION Glasses: Safety Glasses. Full face- shield. Gloves: Respirator: Acid vapour Type B cartridge/ canister. Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES MINOR SPILLS " Remove all ignition sources. " Clean up all spills immediately. " Avoid contact with skin and eyes. " Control personal contact by using protective equipment. " Use dry clean up procedures and avoid generating dust. " Place in a suitable, labelled container for waste disposal. " Drains for storage or use areas should have retention basins for pH adjustments and dilution of spills before discharge or disposal of material. " Check regularly for spills and leaks. MAJOR SPILLS " Clear area of personnel and move upwind. " Alert Emergency Responders and tell them location and nature of hazard. Section 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE 3 of 7 PROCEDURE FOR HANDLING " Avoid all personal contact, including inhalation. " Wear protective clothing when risk of exposure occurs. RECOMMENDED STORAGE METHODS ! Glass container. DO NOT use aluminum or galvanized containers. Check regularly for spills and leaks. " Lined metal can, Lined metal pail/drum " Plastic pail. For low viscosity materials " Drums and jerricans must be of the non-removable head type. " Where a can is to be used as an inner package, the can must have a screwed enclosure. STORAGE REQUIREMENTS " Store in original containers. " Keep containers securely sealed. Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION EXPOSURE CONTROLS TWA STEL STEL Peak TWA Source Material TWA ppm Peak ppm Notes mg/m# ppm mg/m# mg/m# F/CC ___________ ___________ _______ _______ _______ _______ _______ _______ _______ _______ US - Hawaii Air ammonium (CAS (Varies Contaminant hexafluorophosphate 2.5 with Limits (Fluorides (as F)) compound)) Canada - Nova TLV Basis: ammonium Scotia bone hexafluorophosphate 2.5 Occupational damage; (Fluorides (as F)) Exposure Limits fluorosis. BEI US - Tennessee Occupational ammonium Exposure Limits hexafluorophosphate