NILE
CHEMICALS
NILE
CHEMICALS
CADMIUM IODIDE
Section
1: Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product
Name: Cadmium iodide
CAS#:
10102-68-8
Synonym:
Chemical
Name: Not available.
Chemical
Formula: CdI2
Section
2: Composition and Information on Ingredients Composition:
Name
CAS # % by Weight
Cadmium
iodide 10102-68-8 100
Toxicological
Data on Ingredients: Cadmium
iodide: ORAL (LD50): Acute: 4708 mg/kg [Rat].
Section
3: Hazards Identification Potential Acute Health Effects:
Extremely
hazardous in case of ingestion. Very hazardous in case of inhalation. Hazardous
in case of skin contact (irritant, permeator), of eye contact (irritant).
Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (corrosive).
Potential
Chronic Health Effects:
Extremely
hazardous in case of ingestion. Very hazardous in case of inhalation. Hazardous
in case of skin contact (irritant, permeator), of eye contact (irritant).
Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (corrosive). CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS:
Classified A2 (Suspected for human.) by ACGIH, 2 (Reasonably anticipated.) by
NTP. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
TERATOGENIC
EFFECTS: Not available. DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available. The substance is
toxic to blood, kidneys, lungs. Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance
can produce target organs damage.
Section
4: First Aid Measures Eye Contact:
Check
for and remove any contact lenses. Immediately flush eyes with running water for
at least 15 minutes, keeping eyelids open. Cold water may be used. Do not use an
eye ointment. Seek medical attention.
Skin
Contact: After contact
with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water. Gently and thoroughly wash the
contaminated skin with running water and non-abrasive soap. Be particularly
careful to clean folds, crevices, creases and groin. Cold water may be used.
Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. If irritation persists, seek medical
attention.
Serious
Skin Contact: Wash with a
disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream.
Seek medical attention.
Inhalation:
Allow the victim to rest
in a well ventilated area. Seek immediate medical attention.
Serious
Inhalation: Not available.
Ingestion:
Do
not induce vomiting. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or
waistband. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.
Seek immediate medical attention.
Serious
Ingestion: Not available.
Section
5: Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability
of the Product: Non-flammable.
Auto-Ignition
Temperature: Not
applicable.
Flash
Points: Not applicable.
Flammable
Limits: Not applicable.
Products
of Combustion: Not
available.
Fire
Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Not
applicable.
Explosion
Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:
Risks
of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not
available.
Fire
Fighting Media and Instructions: Not
applicable.
Special
Remarks on Fire Hazards: Not
available.
Special
Remarks on Explosion Hazards: Not
available.
Section
6: Accidental Release Measures Small Spill:
Use
appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal
container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and
dispose of according to local and regional authority requirements.
Large
Spill: Use a shovel to put
the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by
spreading water on the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the
sanitary system. Be careful that the product is not present at a concentration
level above TLV. Check TLV on the MSDS and with local authorities.
Section
7: Handling and Storage Precautions:
Keep
container dry. Do not ingest. Do not breathe dust. Never add water to this
product In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment
If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the container or the
label. Avoid contact with skin and eyes
Storage:
Carcinogenic, teratogenic
or mutagenic materials should be stored in a separate locked safety storage
cabinet or room.
Section
8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Engineering Controls:
Use
process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to
keep airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. If user operations
generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne
contaminants below the exposure limit.
Personal
Protection: Splash
goggles. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified
respirator or equivalent. Gloves.
Personal
Protection in Case of a Large Spill:
Splash
goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing
apparatus should be used to avoid inhalation
of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a
specialist BEFORE handling this product.
Exposure
Limits: TWA: 0.05 STEL:
0.2 (mg/m3) Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.
Section
9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical
state and appearance: Solid.
(Crystalline solid.)
Odor:
Not available.
Taste:
Not available.
Molecular
Weight: 366.21 g/mole
Color:
Yellow.
pH
(1% soln/water): Not
available.
Boiling
Point: 787°C (1448.6°F)
Melting
Point: 388°C (730.4°F)
Critical
Temperature: Not
available.
Specific
Gravity: 5.67 (Water = 1)
Vapor
Pressure: Not applicable.
Vapor
Density: 8 (Air = 1)
Volatility:
Not available.
Odor
Threshold: Not available.
Water/Oil
Dist. Coeff.: Not
available.
Ionicity
(in Water): Not available.
Dispersion
Properties: See solubility
in water.
Solubility:
Soluble in cold water.
Section
10: Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability:
The product is stable.
Instability
Temperature: Not
available.
Conditions
of Instability: Not
available.
Incompatibility
with various substances: Not
available.
Corrosivity:
Non-corrosive in presence
of glass.
Special
Remarks on Reactivity: Not
available.
Special
Remarks on Corrosivity: Not
available.
Polymerization:
No.
Section
11: Toxicological Information
Routes
of Entry: Dermal contact.
Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.
Toxicity
to Animals: Acute oral
toxicity (LD50): 4708 mg/kg [Rat].
Chronic
Effects on Humans:
CARCINOGENIC
EFFECTS: Classified A2 (Suspected for human.) by ACGIH, 2 (Reasonably
anticipated.) by NTP. The substance is toxic to blood, kidneys, lungs.
Other
Toxic Effects on Humans:
Extremely
hazardous in case of ingestion. Very hazardous in case of inhalation. Hazardous
in case of skin contact (irritant, permeator). Slightly hazardous in case of
skin contact (corrosive).
Special
Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not
available.
Special
Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans: Not
available.
Special
Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans: Not
available.
Section
12: Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity:
Not available.
BOD5
and COD: Not available.
Products
of Biodegradation: Possibly
hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term
degradation products may arise.
Toxicity
of the Products of Biodegradation: The
products of degradation are as toxic as the original product.
Special
Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not
available.
Section
13: Disposal Considerations
Waste
Disposal:
Section
14: Transport Information
DOT
Classification: Not a DOT
controlled material
Identification:
Not applicable.
Special
Provisions for Transport: No
DOT per N50 Marine Pollutant
ection
15: Other Regulatory Information
Federal
and State Regulations:
California
prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of
California has found to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm,
which would require a warning under the statute: Cadmium iodide California prop.
65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of
California has found to cause cancer which would
require
a warning under the statute: Cadmium iodide Pennsylvania RTK: Cadmium iodide Massachusetts
RTK: Cadmium iodide TSCA 8(b) inventory: Cadmium iodide SARA 313 toxic chemical
notification and release reporting: Cadmium iodide CERCLA: Hazardous
substances.: Cadmium iodide
Other
Regulations: OSHA:
Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
Other
Classifications:
WHMIS
(Canada): CLASS D-2A:
Material causing other toxic effects (VERY TOXIC).
DSCL
(EEC):
R36/38-
Irritating to eyes and skin. R45- May cause cancer.
HMIS
(U.S.A.):
Health
Hazard: 2
Fire
Hazard: 0
Reactivity:
0
Personal
Protection: E
National
Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.):
Health:
2
Flammability:
0
Reactivity:
0
Specific
hazard:
Protective
Equipment:
Gloves.
Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or
equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Splash
goggles.
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