Citric Acid, Anhydrous

Safety Data Sheet

according to Federal Register / Vol. 77, No. 58 / Monday, March 26, 2012 / Rules and Regulations
Date of issue: 10/24/2007 Revision date: 04/04/2017 Supersedes: 06/19/2013 Version: 1.1

SECTION 1: Identification
1.1. Identification
Product form : Substance
Substance name : Citric Acid, Anhydrous
CAS No : 77-92-9
Product code : LC13140
1.2. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
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. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
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
Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A H319
Full text of H statements : see section 16

2.2. Label elements

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

GHS07
Signal word (GHS-US) : Warning
Hazard statements (GHS-US) : H319 - Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary statements (GHS-US) : P264 - Wash exposed skin thoroughly after handling
P280 - Wear eye protection
P305+P351+P338 - If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact
lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
P337+P313 - If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention

2.3. Other hazards

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
Citric Acid, Anhydrous (CAS No) 77-92-9 100 Eye Irrit. 2A, H319
(Main constituent)

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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 : Allow victim to breathe fresh air. Allow the victim to rest.
First-aid measures after skin contact : Remove affected clothing and wash all exposed skin area with mild soap and water, followed
by warm water rinse.
First-aid measures after eye contact : Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to
do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
First-aid measures after ingestion : Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Obtain emergency medical attention.
4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms/injuries after inhalation : May cause respiratory irritation.
Symptoms/injuries after skin contact : Slight irritation.
Symptoms/injuries after eye contact : Causes serious eye irritation.
Symptoms/injuries after ingestion : Nausea.
Chronic symptoms : Affection/discolouration of the teeth.
4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
None.

SECTION 5: Firefighting measures

5.1. Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media : Foam. Dry powder. Carbon dioxide. Water spray. Sand.
Unsuitable extinguishing media : Do not use a heavy water stream.
5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Fire hazard : Not flammable.
Explosion hazard : Not applicable.
Reactivity : None.
5.3. Advice for firefighters
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
6.1.1. For non-emergency personnel
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.
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.

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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.
Hygiene measures : Wash exposed skin thoroughly after handling.
7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage conditions : Keep only in the original container in a cool, well ventilated place away from : incompatible
materials. Keep container closed when not in use.
Incompatible products : Strong bases. Strong oxidizers.
Incompatible materials : Sources of ignition. Direct sunlight.

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1. Control parameters
No additional information available

8.2. Exposure controls

Appropriate engineering controls : Emergency eye wash fountains should be available in the immediate vicinity of any potential
exposure.
Personal protective equipment : Gloves. Safety glasses.

Hand protection : Wear protective gloves.

Eye protection : Chemical goggles or safety glasses.
Respiratory protection : Respiratory protection not required in normal conditions.
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 : White powder or lumps.
Color : white
Odor : Odorless
Odor threshold : No data available
pH : 1.7 10% solution
Melting point : 153 °C
Freezing point : No data available
Boiling point : 175 °C
Flash point : No data available
Relative evaporation rate (butyl acetate=1) : No data available
Flammability (solid, gas) : Non flammable.
Vapor pressure : No data available
Relative vapor density at 20 °C : No data available
Relative density : No data available
Specific gravity / density : 1.665 g/cm³
Molecular mass : 192.12 g/mol
Solubility : Soluble in water. Soluble in ethanol. Soluble in ether.
Water: 59.2 %
Log Pow : No data available
Auto-ignition temperature : No data available

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Decomposition temperature : 175 °C

Viscosity, kinematic : No data available
Viscosity, dynamic : No data available
Explosion limits : No data available
Explosive properties : No data available.
Oxidizing properties : None.
9.2. Other information
No additional information available

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1. Reactivity
None.
10.2. Chemical stability
Not established.
10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions
Not established.
10.4. Conditions to avoid
Direct sunlight. Extremely high or low temperatures.
10.5. Incompatible materials
Strong acids. Strong bases.
10.6. Hazardous decomposition products
fume. Carbon monoxide. Carbon dioxide.

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1. Information on toxicological effects

Likely routes of exposure : Inhalation; Skin and eye contact; Ingestion

Acute toxicity : Not classified
Citric Acid, Anhydrous (77-92-9)
LD50 oral rat 5400 mg/kg
ATE US (oral) 5400.000 mg/kg body weight
Skin corrosion/irritation : Not classified
pH: 1.7 10% solution
Serious eye damage/irritation : Causes serious eye irritation.
pH: 1.7 10% solution
Respiratory or skin sensitization : Not classified
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 : Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met.
symptoms
Symptoms/injuries after inhalation : May cause respiratory irritation.
Symptoms/injuries after skin contact : Slight irritation.
Symptoms/injuries after eye contact : Causes serious eye irritation.
Symptoms/injuries after ingestion : Nausea.

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Chronic symptoms : Affection/discolouration of the teeth.

SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1. Toxicity
Citric Acid, Anhydrous (77-92-9)
LC50 fish 1 440 mg/l
EC50 Daphnia 1 1534 mg/l

12.2. Persistence and degradability

Citric Acid, Anhydrous (77-92-9)
Persistence and degradability Not established.

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential

Citric Acid, Anhydrous (77-92-9)
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. Waste treatment methods
Waste disposal recommendations : Dispose in a safe manner in accordance with local/national regulations.
Ecology - waste materials : Avoid release to the environment.

SECTION 14: Transport information

Department of Transportation (DOT)
In accordance with DOT
Not regulated

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1. US Federal regulations
Citric Acid, Anhydrous (77-92-9)
Listed on the United States TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) inventory
All components of this product are listed, or excluded from listing, on the United States Environmental Protection Agency Toxic
Substances Control Act (TSCA) inventory

This product or mixture does not contain a toxic chemical or chemicals in excess of the applicable de minimis concentration as specified in 40
CFR §372.38(a) subject to the reporting requirements of section 313 of Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986
and 40 CFR Part 372.

15.2. International regulations

CANADA
Citric Acid, Anhydrous (77-92-9)
WHMIS Classification Class D Division 2 Subdivision B - Toxic material causing other toxic effects

EU-Regulations
No additional information available

National regulations
No additional information available

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
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Safety Data Sheet
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SECTION 16: Other information

Revision date : 04/04/2017
Other information : None.
Full text of H-phrases: see section 16:
------ H319 Causes serious eye irritation
NFPA health hazard : 1 - Materials that, under emergency conditions, can cause
significant irritation.
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.

HMIS III Rating

Health : 1 Slight Hazard - Irritation or minor reversible injury possible
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 : B
B - Safety glasses, Gloves

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