Acetate Buffer pH 4.

0 for Chlorine, Iodine

Safety Data Sheet
according to Federal Register / Vol. 77, No. 58 / Monday, March 26, 2012 / Rules and Regulations
Date of issue: 12/10/2013 Revision date: 09/02/2016 Supersedes: 07/08/2016 Version: 2.1

SECTION 1: Identification
1.1. Identification
Product form : Mixture
Product name : Acetate Buffer pH 4.0 for Chlorine, Iodine
Product code : LC10030
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
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
Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 H315
Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A H319
Hazardous to the aquatic environment - Acute Hazard Category 3 H402
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) : H315 - Causes skin irritation
H319 - Causes serious eye irritation
H402 - Harmful to aquatic life
Precautionary statements (GHS-US) : P264 - Wash exposed skin thoroughly after handling
P273 - Avoid release to the environment
P280 - Wear protective gloves, eye protection
P302 + P352 - IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water
P305+P351+P338 - If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact
lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
P332 + P313 - If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention
P337 + P313 - If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention
P362 + P364 - Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse
P501 - Dispose of contents/container to comply with local, state and federal regulations

2.3. Other hazards

Other hazards not contributing to the : None under normal conditions.
classification
2.4. Unknown acute toxicity (GHS US)
Not applicable

SECTION 3: Composition/Information on ingredients

3.1. Substance
Not applicable

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3.2. Mixture
Name Product identifier % GHS-US classification
Acetic Acid (CAS No) 64-19-7 45.5 Flam. Liq. 3, H226
Skin Corr. 1B, H314
Eye Dam. 1, H318
Aquatic Acute 3, H402
Water (CAS No) 7732-18-5 32.5 Not classified
Sodium Acetate, Trihydrate (CAS No) 6131-90-4 22 Not classified
Full text of hazard classes and H-statements : see section 16

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 : Wash with plenty of soap and water. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If skin irritation
occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
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 skin contact : Causes skin irritation.
Symptoms/injuries after eye contact : Causes serious eye irritation.
4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Obtain medical assistance.

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
No additional information available
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
Protective equipment : Safety glasses. 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 : Soak up spills with inert solids, such as clay or diatomaceous earth as soon as possible. Collect
spillage. 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 container closed when not in use.
Incompatible products : Strong oxidizers.
Incompatible materials : Sources of ignition. Direct sunlight.

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1. Control parameters
Acetic Acid (64-19-7)
ACGIH ACGIH TWA (ppm) 10 ppm (Acetic acid; USA; Time-weighted average
exposure limit 8 h; TLV - Adopted Value)
ACGIH ACGIH STEL (ppm) 15 ppm (Acetic acid; USA; Short time value; TLV -
Adopted Value)
OSHA OSHA PEL (TWA) (mg/m³) 25 mg/m³
OSHA OSHA PEL (TWA) (ppm) 10 ppm
IDLH US IDLH (ppm) 50 ppm
NIOSH NIOSH REL (TWA) (mg/m³) 25 mg/m³
NIOSH NIOSH REL (TWA) (ppm) 10 ppm
NIOSH NIOSH REL (STEL) (mg/m³) 37 mg/m³
NIOSH NIOSH REL (STEL) (ppm) 15 ppm

Sodium Acetate, Trihydrate (6131-90-4)

Not applicable

Water (7732-18-5)
Not applicable

8.2. Exposure controls

Appropriate engineering controls : Emergency eye wash fountains and safety showers should be available in the immediate
vicinity of any potential exposure. Provide adequate general and local exhaust ventilation.
Personal protective equipment : Safety glasses. Gloves.

Hand protection : Wear protective gloves.

Eye protection : Chemical goggles or safety glasses.
Skin and body protection : Wear suitable protective clothing.
Respiratory protection : Wear appropriate 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 : Liquid
Color : Colorless
Odor : slight Vinegar odour
Odor threshold : No data available
pH : 4

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Melting point : No data available

Freezing point : No data available
Boiling point : No data available
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
Solubility : Soluble in water.
Log Pow : No data available
Auto-ignition temperature : No data available
Decomposition temperature : No data available
Viscosity, kinematic : No data available
Viscosity, dynamic : No data available
Explosion limits : No data available
Explosive properties : No data available
Oxidizing properties : No data available
9.2. Other information
No additional information available

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1. Reactivity
No additional information available
10.2. Chemical stability
Stable under normal conditions.
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 oxidizers.
10.6. Hazardous decomposition products
Carbon monoxide. Carbon dioxide.

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1. Information on toxicological effects

Likely routes of exposure : Skin and eye contact; Inhalation

Acute toxicity : Not classified

Acetic Acid (64-19-7)

LD50 oral rat 3310 mg/kg body weight (Rat; Other; Read-across)
ATE US (oral) 3310.000 mg/kg body weight

Water (7732-18-5)
LD50 oral rat ≥ 90000 mg/kg
ATE US (oral) 90000.000 mg/kg body weight
Skin corrosion/irritation : Causes skin irritation.
pH: 4
Serious eye damage/irritation : Causes serious eye irritation.
pH: 4
Respiratory or skin sensitization : Not classified

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Germ cell mutagenicity : Not classified

Carcinogenicity : Not classified

Reproductive toxicity : Not classified

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 skin contact : Causes skin irritation.
Symptoms/injuries after eye contact : Causes serious eye irritation.

SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1. Toxicity
Ecology - water : Harmful to aquatic life.

12.2. Persistence and degradability

Acetate Buffer pH 4.0 for Chlorine, Iodine
Persistence and degradability Not established.
Acetic Acid (64-19-7)
Persistence and degradability Readily biodegradable in water. Biodegradable in the soil. Highly mobile in soil.
Biochemical oxygen demand (BOD) 0.6 - 0.74 g O₂/g substance
Chemical oxygen demand (COD) 1.03 g O₂/g substance
ThOD 1.07 g O₂/g substance

Sodium Acetate, Trihydrate (6131-90-4)

Persistence and degradability Not established.
Water (7732-18-5)
Persistence and degradability Not established.

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential

Acetate Buffer pH 4.0 for Chlorine, Iodine
Bioaccumulative potential Not established.
Acetic Acid (64-19-7)
BCF fish 1 3.16 (BCF; Pisces)
Log Pow -0.17 (Experimental value; 25 °C)
Bioaccumulative potential Low potential for bioaccumulation (Log Kow < 4).
Sodium Acetate, Trihydrate (6131-90-4)
Bioaccumulative potential Not established.
Water (7732-18-5)
Bioaccumulative potential Not established.

12.4. Mobility in soil

Acetic Acid (64-19-7)
Surface tension 0.028 N/m (20 °C)
Log Koc log Koc,0.06; QSAR
Ecology - soil May be harmful to plant growth, blooming and fruit formation.

12.5. Other adverse effects

Effect on the global warming : No known effects from this product.

GWPmix comment : No known effects from this product.
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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. Dispose of
contents/container to comply with local, state and federal 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
Acetate Buffer pH 4.0 for Chlorine, Iodine
SARA Section 311/312 Hazard Classes Immediate (acute) health hazard

Acetic Acid (64-19-7)

Listed on the United States TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) inventory
Not subject to reporing requirements of the United States SARA Section 313
RQ (Reportable quantity, section 304 of EPA's 5000 lb
List of Lists)
Sodium Acetate, Trihydrate (6131-90-4)
Not listed on the United States TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) inventory
Water (7732-18-5)
Listed on the United States TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) inventory

15.2. International regulations

CANADA
Acetate Buffer pH 4.0 for Chlorine, Iodine
WHMIS Classification Class D Division 2 Subdivision B - Toxic material causing other toxic effects
Acetic Acid (64-19-7)
Listed on the Canadian DSL (Domestic Substances List)
WHMIS Classification Class B Division 3 - Combustible Liquid
Class E - Corrosive Material
Sodium Acetate, Trihydrate (6131-90-4)
Not listed on the Canadian DSL (Domestic Substances List)
WHMIS Classification Uncontrolled product according to WHMIS classification criteria
Water (7732-18-5)
WHMIS Classification Uncontrolled product according to WHMIS classification criteria

EU-Regulations
No additional information available

National regulations
Acetic Acid (64-19-7)
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

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SECTION 16: Other information

Revision date : 09/02/2016
Other information : None.
Full text of H-phrases: see section 16:
------ H226 Flammable liquid and vapor
------ H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
------ H315 Causes skin irritation
------ H318 Causes serious eye damage
------ H319 Causes serious eye irritation
------ H402 Harmful to aquatic life
NFPA health hazard : 1 - Exposure could cause irritation but only minor residual
injury even if no treatment is given.
NFPA fire hazard : 0 - Materials that will not burn.
NFPA reactivity : 0 - Normally stable, even under fire exposure conditions,
and are not reactive with water.

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 : A
A - Safety glasses

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