Iodine

Safety Data Sheet

according to Federal Register / Vol. 77, No. 58 / Monday, March 26, 2012 / Rules and Regulations
Date of issue: 11/04/2004 Revision date: 11/01/2017 Supersedes: 09/23/2015 Version: 1.3

SECTION 1: Identification
1.1. Identification
Product form : Substance
Substance name : Iodine
CAS-No. : 7553-56-2
Product code : LC15590
Formula : I2
1.2. Recommended use and restrictions on use
Use of the substance/mixture : For laboratory and manufacturing use only.
Recommended use : Laboratory chemicals
Restrictions on use : Not for food, drug or household use
1.3. Supplier
LabChem Inc
Jackson's Pointe Commerce Park Building 1000, 1010 Jackson's Pointe Court
Zelienople, PA 16063 - USA
T 412-826-5230 - F 724-473-0647
info@labchem.com - www.labchem.com

1.4. Emergency telephone number

Emergency number : CHEMTREC: 1-800-424-9300 or 011-703-527-3887

SECTION 2: Hazard(s) identification

2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS-US classification
Acute toxicity (dermal) H311 Toxic in contact with skin
Category 3
Acute toxicity (inhalation) H332 Harmful if inhaled
Category 4
Skin corrosion/irritation H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Category 1C
Serious eye damage/eye H318 Causes serious eye damage
irritation Category 1
Skin sensitization, category H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
1B
Hazardous to the aquatic H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
environment - Acute
Hazard Category 1
Full text of H statements : see section 16

2.2. GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements

GHS-US labeling
Hazard pictograms (GHS-US) :

GHS05 GHS06 GHS07 GHS09

Signal word (GHS-US) : Danger
Hazard statements (GHS-US) : H311 - Toxic in contact with skin
H314 - Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction
H332 - Harmful if inhaled
H400 - Very toxic to aquatic life
Precautionary statements (GHS-US) : P260 - Do not breathe dust, vapors
P264 - Wash exposed skin thoroughly after handling
P271 - Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area
P272 - Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace
P273 - Avoid release to the environment

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P280 - Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection, face protection
P301+P330+P331 - IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting
P303+P361+P353 - IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated
clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower
P305+P351+P338 - If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact
lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
P310 - Immediately call a poison center or doctor/physician
P333+P313 - If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention
P363 - Wash contaminated clothing before reuse
P391 - Collect spillage
P405 - Store locked up
P501 - Dispose of contents/container to comply with local, state and federal regulations
If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing
2.3. Other hazards which do not result in classification
Other hazards not contributing to the : None.
classification
2.4. Unknown acute toxicity (GHS US)
Not applicable

SECTION 3: Composition/Information on ingredients

3.1. Substances
Substance type : Mono-constituent
Name Product identifier % GHS-US classification
Iodine (CAS-No.) 7553-56-2 100 Acute Tox. 3 (Dermal), H311
(Main constituent) Acute Tox. 4 (Inhalation), H332
Skin Corr. 1C, H314
Eye Dam. 1, H318
Skin Sens. 1B, H317
Aquatic Acute 1, H400
Full text of hazard classes and H-statements : see section 16
3.2. Mixtures
Not applicable
SECTION 4: First-aid measures
4.1. Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures general : Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If you feel unwell, seek medical
advice (show the label where possible).
First-aid measures after inhalation : Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Immediately
call a poison center or doctor/physician.
First-aid measures after skin contact : Immediately call a poison center or doctor/physician. Remove/Take off immediately all
contaminated clothing. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Rinse skin with
water/shower.
First-aid measures after eye contact : Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to
do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a poison center or doctor/physician.
First-aid measures after ingestion : Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Immediately call a poison center or doctor/physician.
4.2. Most important symptoms and effects (acute and delayed)
Symptoms/effects : Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
Symptoms/effects after skin contact : Repeated exposure to this material can result in absorption through skin causing significant
health hazard. Toxic in contact with skin.
Symptoms/effects after eye contact : Causes serious eye damage.
Symptoms/effects after ingestion : Gastrointestinal complaints.
Chronic symptoms : Gastrointestinal complaints. Possible inflammation of the respiratory tract.
4.3. Immediate medical attention and special treatment, if necessary
Obtain medical assistance.

SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures

5.1. Suitable (and unsuitable) extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media : Foam. Dry powder. Carbon dioxide. Water spray. Sand.
Unsuitable extinguishing media : Do not use a heavy water stream.

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5.2. Specific hazards arising from the chemical

Fire hazard : Not flammable.
Explosion hazard : Not applicable.
Reactivity : Thermal decomposition generates : Corrosive vapors.
5.3. Special protective equipment and precautions for fire-fighters
Firefighting instructions : Use water spray or fog for cooling exposed containers. Exercise caution when fighting any
chemical fire. Prevent fire-fighting water from entering environment.
Protection during firefighting : Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
General measures : Use chemically protective clothing. Ensure adequate air ventilation.

6.1.1. For non-emergency personnel

Protective equipment : Safety glasses. Protective clothing. Gloves.
Emergency procedures : Evacuate unnecessary personnel.

6.1.2. For emergency responders

Protective equipment : Equip cleanup crew with proper protection.
Emergency procedures : Ventilate area.
6.2. Environmental precautions
Prevent entry to sewers and public waters. Notify authorities if liquid enters sewers or public waters. Avoid release to the environment.
6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up : On land, sweep or shovel into suitable containers. Minimize generation of dust. Store away
from other materials.
6.4. Reference to other sections
See Heading 8. Exposure controls and personal protection.

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1. Precautions for safe handling
Precautions for safe handling : Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or
smoking and when leaving work. Provide good ventilation in process area to prevent formation
of vapor. Do not breathe dust, vapors.
Hygiene measures : Wash exposed skin thoroughly after handling. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Technical measures : Comply with applicable regulations.
Storage conditions : Keep only in the original container in a cool, well ventilated place away from : Direct sunlight,
incompatible materials. Keep container closed when not in use.
Incompatible products : Strong bases. Ammonia. Strong oxidizers. Acetaldehyde.
Incompatible materials : Sources of ignition. Direct sunlight.

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1. Control parameters
Iodine (7553-56-2)
ACGIH ACGIH TWA (mg/m³) 0.1 mg/m³ Inhalable fraction
ACGIH ACGIH TWA (ppm) 0.01 ppm Inhalable fraction
ACGIH ACGIH STEL (mg/m³) 1 mg/m³
ACGIH ACGIH STEL (ppm) 0.1 ppm
OSHA OSHA PEL (Ceiling) (mg/m³) 1 mg/m³
OSHA OSHA PEL (Ceiling) (ppm) 0.1 ppm
IDLH US IDLH (ppm) 2 ppm
NIOSH NIOSH REL (ceiling) (mg/m³) 1 mg/m³
NIOSH NIOSH REL (ceiling) (ppm) 0.1 ppm

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8.2. Appropriate engineering controls

Appropriate engineering controls : Provide adequate general and local exhaust ventilation. Emergency eye wash fountains should
be available in the immediate vicinity of any potential exposure.

8.3. Individual protection measures/Personal protective equipment

Personal protective equipment:
Chemical resistant apron. Face shield. Gas mask. Gloves. Protective clothing. Safety glasses.

Hand protection:
Wear protective gloves

Eye protection:
Chemical goggles or face shield

Skin and body protection:

Wear suitable protective clothing

Respiratory protection:
Gas mask

Other information:
Do not eat, drink or smoke during use.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state : Solid
Appearance : Flakes. Needles.
Color : Purple Black
Odor : Pungent characteristic
Odor threshold : No data available
pH : 5.1 saturated solution
Melting point : 113 °C
Freezing point : No data available
Boiling point : 184 °C
Flash point : Not applicable
Relative evaporation rate (butyl acetate=1) : No data available
Flammability (solid, gas) : Non flammable.
Vapor pressure : 0.41 hPa 25°C
Relative vapor density at 20 °C : 8.8
Relative density : No data available
Specific gravity / density : 4.93 g/cm³
Molecular mass : 253.81 g/mol
Solubility : Insoluble in water. Soluble in iodide solutions.
Log Pow : 2.49
Auto-ignition temperature : Not applicable
Decomposition temperature : No data available
Viscosity : 2.27 mPa.s 116°C
Viscosity, kinematic : Not applicable
Viscosity, dynamic : Not applicable

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Explosion limits : No data available

Explosive properties : Not applicable.
Oxidizing properties : None.
9.2. Other information
No additional information available

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1. Reactivity
Thermal decomposition generates : Corrosive vapors.
10.2. Chemical stability
May sublimate.
10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions
Not established.
10.4. Conditions to avoid
Direct sunlight. Extremely high or low temperatures.
10.5. Incompatible materials
Ammonia. Strong oxidizers. aluminum. Aldehydes.
10.6. Hazardous decomposition products
Thermal decomposition generates : Iodine vapor.

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1. Information on toxicological effects

Likely routes of exposure : Inhalation; Skin and eye contact

Acute toxicity : Dermal: Toxic in contact with skin. Inhalation: Harmful if inhaled.
Iodine (7553-56-2)
LD50 oral rat 14000 mg/kg
ATE US (oral) 14000 mg/kg body weight
ATE US (dermal) 220 mg/kg body weight
ATE US (dust, mist) 1.5 mg/l/4h
Skin corrosion/irritation : Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
pH: 5.1 saturated solution
Serious eye damage/irritation : Causes serious eye damage.
pH: 5.1 saturated solution
Respiratory or skin sensitization : May cause an allergic skin reaction.
Germ cell mutagenicity : Not classified
Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met
Carcinogenicity : Not classified
Reproductive toxicity : Not classified
Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met
Specific target organ toxicity – single exposure : Not classified
Specific target organ toxicity – repeated : Not classified
exposure
Aspiration hazard : Not classified

Potential Adverse human health effects and : Toxic in contact with skin.
symptoms
Symptoms/effects after skin contact : Repeated exposure to this material can result in absorption through skin causing significant
health hazard. Toxic in contact with skin.
Symptoms/effects after eye contact : Causes serious eye damage.
Symptoms/effects after ingestion : Gastrointestinal complaints.
Chronic symptoms : Gastrointestinal complaints. Possible inflammation of the respiratory tract.

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SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1. Toxicity
Ecology - water : Very toxic to aquatic life.
Iodine (7553-56-2)
LC50 fish 1 1.7 mg/l
EC50 Daphnia 1 0.2 mg/l

12.2. Persistence and degradability

Iodine (7553-56-2)
Persistence and degradability Not established.

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential

Iodine (7553-56-2)
Log Pow 2.49
Bioaccumulative potential Not established.

12.4. Mobility in soil

No additional information available

12.5. Other adverse effects

Other information : Avoid release to the environment.

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1. Disposal methods
Waste disposal recommendations : Dispose in a safe manner in accordance with local/national regulations. Dispose of
contents/container to comply with local, state and federal regulations.
Ecology - waste materials : Hazardous waste due to toxicity. Avoid release to the environment.

SECTION 14: Transport information

Department of Transportation (DOT)
In accordance with DOT
Transport document description : UN3495 Iodine, 8, III

UN-No.(DOT) : UN3495
Proper Shipping Name (DOT) : Iodine
Transport hazard class(es) (DOT) : 8 - Class 8 - Corrosive material 49 CFR 173.136
Packing group (DOT) : III - Minor Danger
Hazard labels (DOT) : 8 - Corrosive
6.1 - Poison inhalation hazard

Dangerous for the environment : Yes

Marine pollutant : Yes

DOT Packaging Non Bulk (49 CFR 173.xxx) : 213

DOT Packaging Bulk (49 CFR 173.xxx) : 240
DOT Symbols : + - Fixes (cannot be altered) proper shipping name, hazard class, and packing group

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DOT Special Provisions (49 CFR 172.102) : IB8 - Authorized IBCs: Metal (11A, 11B, 11N, 21A, 21B, 21N, 31A, 31B and 31N); Rigid
plastics (11H1, 11H2, 21H1, 21H2, 31H1 and 31H2); Composite (11HZ1, 11HZ2, 21HZ1,
21HZ2, 31HZ1 and 31HZ2); Fiberboard (11G); Wooden (11C, 11D and 11F); Flexible (13H1,
13H2, 13H3, 13H4, 13H5, 13L1, 13L2, 13L3, 13L4, 13M1 or 13M2).
IP3 - Flexible IBCs must be sift-proof and water-resistant or must be fitted with a sift-proof and
water-resistant liner.
T1 - 1.5 178.274(d)(2) Normal............. 178.275(d)(2)
TP33 - The portable tank instruction assigned for this substance applies for granular and
powdered solids and for solids which are filled and discharged at temperatures above their
melting point which are cooled and transported as a solid mass. Solid substances transported
or offered for transport above their melting point are authorized for transportation in portable
tanks conforming to the provisions of portable tank instruction T4 for solid substances of
packing group III or T7 for solid substances of packing group II, unless a tank with more
stringent requirements for minimum shell thickness, maximum allowable working pressure,
pressure-relief devices or bottom outlets are assigned in which case the more stringent tank
instruction and special provisions shall apply. Filling limits must be in accordance with portable
tank special provision TP3. Solids meeting the definition of an elevated temperature material
must be transported in accordance with the applicable requirements of this subchapter.
DOT Packaging Exceptions (49 CFR 173.xxx) : 154
DOT Quantity Limitations Passenger aircraft/rail : 25 kg
(49 CFR 173.27)
DOT Quantity Limitations Cargo aircraft only (49 : 100 kg
CFR 175.75)
DOT Vessel Stowage Location : B - (i) The material may be stowed ‘‘on deck’’ or ‘‘under deck’’ on a cargo vessel and on a
passenger vessel carrying a number of passengers limited to not more than the larger of 25
passengers, or one passenger per each 3 m of overall vessel length; and (ii) ‘‘On deck only’’ on
passenger vessels in which the number of passengers specified in paragraph (k)(2)(i) of this
section is exceeded.
DOT Vessel Stowage Other : 40 - Stow ‘‘clear of living quarters’’,55 - Stow ‘‘separated from’’ ammonia
Other information : No supplementary information available.

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1. US Federal regulations
Iodine (7553-56-2)
Listed on the United States TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) inventory
SARA Section 311/312 Hazard Classes Immediate (acute) health hazard
Delayed (chronic) health hazard
All components of this product are listed, or excluded from listing, on the United States Environmental Protection Agency Toxic
Substances Control Act (TSCA) inventory

15.2. International regulations

CANADA
Iodine (7553-56-2)
Listed on the Canadian DSL (Domestic Substances List)

EU-Regulations
No additional information available

National regulations
Iodine (7553-56-2)
Listed on the Canadian IDL (Ingredient Disclosure List)

15.3. US State regulations

California Proposition 65 - This product does not contain any substances known to the state of California to cause cancer,
developmental and/or reproductive harm

SECTION 16: Other information

Revision date : 11/01/2017
Other information : None.

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Full text of H-phrases: see section 16:

--- H311 Toxic in contact with skin
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--- H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
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--- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
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--- H318 Causes serious eye damage
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--- H332 Harmful if inhaled
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--- H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
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NFPA health hazard : 3 - Materials that, under emergency conditions, can cause
serious or permanent injury.
NFPA fire hazard : 0 - Materials that will not burn under typical dire conditions,
including intrinsically noncombustible materials such as
concrete, stone, and sand.
NFPA reactivity : 0 - Material that in themselves are normally stable, even
under fire conditions.

Hazard Rating
Health : 3 Serious Hazard - Major injury likely unless prompt action is taken and medical treatment is
given
Flammability : 0 Minimal Hazard - Materials that will not burn
Physical : 0 Minimal Hazard - Materials that are normally stable, even under fire conditions, and will NOT
react with water, polymerize, decompose, condense, or self-react. Non-Explosives.
Personal protection : J
J - Splash goggles, Gloves, Synthetic apron, Dust & vapor respirator

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