Safety Data Sheet: 1. Identification of The Substance/Preparation and of The Company/Undertaking
Safety Data Sheet: 1. Identification of The Substance/Preparation and of The Company/Undertaking
Safety Data Sheet: 1. Identification of The Substance/Preparation and of The Company/Undertaking
Component of Kits or Sets 1455400; 1455400RGT; 2350500; 2350500RGT; 2350700; 2350700RGT; 2462300
Manufacturer Address
Hach Company
P.O.Box 389 Loveland, CO 80539 USA
(970) 669-3050
Emergency Telephone
(303) 623-5716 - 24 Hour Service (515)232-2533 - 8am - 4pm CST
Product Information
Chemical Name Not applicable
Formula C6H8O7
CAS No 77-92-9
Alternate CAS Number 5949-29-1 - Monohydrate
NIOSH (RTECS) Number GE7350000
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
GHS - Classification
Acute toxicity - Oral Category 5
Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 5
Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A
Label elements
Hazard statements
Product Code(s) 1454999 Product Name Citric Acid
Issue Date 20-Jun-2016 Revision Date 18-Aug-2016
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Precautionary statements
P264 - Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling
P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face 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
P302 + P352 - IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water and soap
P332 + P313 - If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention
P362 - Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse
P312 - Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Substance
General advice In case of accident or unwellness, seek medical advice immediately (show directions for
use or safety data sheet if possible).
Eye contact IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if
present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If symptoms persist, call a physician.
Skin contact IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin
with water/shower. If symptoms persist, call a physician.
Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If symptoms
persist, call a physician.
Self-protection of the first aider Use personal protective equipment as required. Ensure that medical personnel are aware
of the material(s) involved and take precautions to protect themselves.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Fire-fighting Measures
Flammable properties
Can burn in fire, releasing toxic vapors. Material is not classified as flammable according to GHS criteria.
Product Code(s) 1454999 Product Name Citric Acid
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Environmental precautions Avoid release to the environment. See Section 12 for additional ecological information.
Methods for containment Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Cover with plastic sheet to prevent
spreading.
Methods for cleaning up Take up mechanically, placing in appropriate containers for disposal. Clean contaminated
surface thoroughly. Dispose of in accordance with local, state and federal regulations or
laws.
Prevention of secondary hazards Clean contaminated objects and areas thoroughly observing environmental regulations.
Advice on safe handling Use personal protective equipment as required. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
Storage Conditions Keep in properly labeled containers. Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and
well-ventilated place. Keep out of the reach of children.
Incompatible materials Incompatible with strong acids and bases. Incompatible with oxidizing agents.
Eye/face protection Wear tight sealing safety goggles and/or face protection shield.
Skin and body protection Wear protective gloves and protective clothing.
pH 2 ; 1% Solution
Solubility(ies)
Water solubility
Product Code(s) 1454999 Product Name Citric Acid
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Other Information
Flammable properties Can burn in fire, releasing toxic vapors. Material is not classified
as flammable according to GHS criteria.
Incompatible materials Incompatible with strong acids and bases. Incompatible with oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating and toxic gases and vapors.
Explosive properties
Not classified according to GHS criteria.
Autoignition temperature
540 °C / 1004 °F
Product Information Causes skin irritation. Causes eye irritation. May be harmful if
swallowed. MAY BE HARMFUL IF ABSORBED THROUGH
SKIN. May be harmful in contact with skin. Causes serious eye
irritation.
Inhalation No known effect based on information supplied.
Eye contact Contact with eyes may cause irritation. Severely irritating to
eyes.
Skin contact Causes skin irritation. May be harmful in contact with skin.
Ingestion May be harmful if swallowed. Ingestion may cause irritation to
mucous membranes.
Aggravated Medical Conditions Skin disorders. Eye disorders.
Toxicologically synergistic products None known.
Toxicokinetics, metabolism and distribution This Product is by Weight 100% an Individual Pure Chemical
Substance.
Product Acute Toxicity Data This Product is by Weight 100% an Individual Pure Chemical
Substance
Inhalation (Dust/Mist) Exposure Route Toxicological data for ingredients is not indicative of likely harm.
Chemical Name Endpoint Reported Exposure Toxicological effects Key literature references and
type dose time sources for data
Citric acid Rat 0.180 mg/L None Lungs, Thorax, or Respiration RTECS (Registry of Toxic
(100) TDLo reported Other changes Effects of Chemical
CAS#: 77-92-9 Liver Substances)
Impaired liver function tests
Biochemical
Enzyme inhibition, induction, or
change in blood or tissue levels
(dehydrogenases)
Chemical Name Test method Species Reported Exposure Results Key literature
dose time references and
sources for data
Citric acid Standard Draize Rabbit 500 mg 24 hours Mild skin irritant RTECS (Registry of
(100) Test Toxic Effects of
CAS#: 77-92-9 Chemical Substances)
Chemical Name Test method Species Reported Exposure Results Key literature
dose time references and
sources for data
Citric acid Standard Draize Rabbit 0.750 mg 24 hours Eye irritant RTECS (Registry of
(100) Test Toxic Effects of
CAS#: 77-92-9 Chemical Substances)
Sensitization Information
Skin Sensitization Exposure Route This Product is by Weight 100% an Individual Pure Chemical
Substance. If available, see ingredient data below.
Respiratory Sensitization Exposure Route This Product is by Weight 100% an Individual Pure Chemical
Substance. If available, see ingredient data below.
Oral Exposure Route Toxicological data for ingredients is not indicative of likely harm.
Chemical Name Endpoint Reported Exposure Toxicological effects Key literature references and
type dose time sources for data
Citric acid Rat 930 mg/kg 15 days Biochemical RTECS (Registry of Toxic
(100) TDLo Enzyme inhibition, induction, or Effects of Chemical
CAS#: 77-92-9 change in blood or tissue levels Substances)
(dehydrogenases)
Blood
Changes in serum composition
(e.g. TP, bilirubin, cholesterol)
Inhalation (Dust/Mist) Exposure Route Toxicological data for ingredients is not indicative of likely harm.
Chemical Name Endpoint Reported Exposure Toxicological effects Key literature references and
type dose time sources for data
Citric acid Rat 0.180 mg/L None Lungs, Thorax, or Respiration RTECS (Registry of Toxic
(100) TDLo reported Other changes Effects of Chemical
CAS#: 77-92-9 Liver Substances)
Impaired liver function tests
Biochemical
Enzyme inhibition, induction, or
change in blood or tissue levels
(dehydrogenases)
Legend
Product Carcinogenicity Data This Product is by Weight 100% an Individual Pure Chemical
Substance
Product Ecological Data This Product is by Weight 100% an Individual Pure Chemical
Substance
Aquatic toxicity
Terrestrial toxicity
Aquatic toxicity
Terrestrial toxicity
Other Information
Bioaccumulation
Does not have the potential to bioaccumulate according to GHS criteria.
Additional information
Product Information
Ingredient Information
Mobility
Mobility in soil: High mobility. If available, see ingredient data below.
Product Information
Ingredient Information
Additional information
Water solubility
Product Information
Ingredient Information
Chemical Name Water solubility Water solubility Water solubility Water solubility
classification temperature °C temperature °F
Citric acid Completely soluble 750000 mg/L 25 °C 77 °F
(100)
CAS#: 77-92-9
Disposal of wastes Disposal should be in accordance with applicable regional, national and local laws and
regulations.
Waste from residues/unused Disposal should be in accordance with applicable regional, national and local laws and
products regulations.
IATA
Proper shipping name Not Currently Regulated
DOT
Proper shipping name Not Currently Regulated
TDG
Proper shipping name Not Currently Regulated
ADR
Proper shipping name Not Currently Regulated
Additional information
There is a possibility that this product could be contained in a reagent set or kit composed of various compatible dangerous goods.
If the item is not in a reagent set or kit, the classification given above applies.
If the item is part of a reagent set or kit the classification would change to the following:
UN3316 Chemical Kit, Hazard Class 9, Packing Group II or III.
If the item is not regulated, the Chemical Kit classification does not apply.
TSCA - United States Toxic Substances Control Act Section 8(b) Inventory
DSL/NDSL - Canadian Domestic Substances List/Non-Domestic Substances List
EINECS/ELINCS - European Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances/European List of Notified Chemical Substances
Product Code(s) 1454999 Product Name Citric Acid
Issue Date 20-Jun-2016 Revision Date 18-Aug-2016
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Wastes Management Dispose of in accordance with federal, state and local regulations
International Regulations
Key or legend to abbreviations and acronyms used in the safety data sheet
TWA TWA (time-weighted average) STEL STEL (Short Term Exposure Limit)
Disclaimer
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