| Section 1 :Product and Company Identification |
| Product Name |
Oxalic Acid |
| Chemical Family |
Organic Acid |
| Chemical Name |
Oxalic Acid Dihydrate |
| Synonym(s) |
Ethanedoic Acid Dihydrate |
| CAS Number |
6153-56-6 |
| Formula |
(COOH)2.2H2O |
| Manufacturer / Supplier Data |
Radiant Agro Chem Pvt. Ltd.,
F-15 MIDC Industrial Area,
Chikalthana, Aurangabad(MS)
India – 431210 |
Telephone
Fax |
+91-240-2482450/ 2482950
+91-240-2485450
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| Section 2: Composition/Information on Ingredients |
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| CAS Number |
EINECS Number |
Chemical Name |
% by weight |
| 144-62-7 |
205-634-3 |
Oxalic Acid, anhydrous |
- |
| 6153-56-6 |
Unlisted |
Oxalic Acid Dihydrate |
99.5-100 |
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| Section 3 : Hazards Identification |
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| Emergency
Overview: |
Danger! May be fatal if swallowed. Corrosive. Causes severe irritation and burns to the skin, eyes and respiratory tract. Harmful if inhaled or absorbed with skin. May cause kidney damage.
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| Potential Health Effects |
| Routes
of Entry: |
Inhalation, Ingestion, Eye Contact and Skin Contact
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| Target
Organs: |
Eyes, Skin, Respiratory System and Kidneys
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| Skin
Contact: |
Skin contact may cause irritation with symptoms of redness, swelling, itching and pain.
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| Eye
Contact: |
Eye contact may cause irritation with symptoms of redness, swelling, itching and pain. May cause Corneal injury.
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| Inhalation: |
Inhalation of Oxalic Acid produces irritation of respiratory tract, cough and vomiting.
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| Ingestion: |
Oxalic Acid is toxic. As little as 5 gms may be fatal. Ingestion may cause Gastroenteritis, burns, nausea, vomiting, shock and convulsions. Oxalic Acid removes Calcium from the blood as Calcium Oxalate. Calcium Oxalate thus formed might precipitate in the kidney tubules.
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| Chronic
Exposure: |
Inhalation of Oxalic Acid over a long period of time may cause inflammation of respiratory tract and might result in weight loss. It may also result in Urolithiasis (the formation of urinary stones).
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| Explanation
of Carcinogenicity: |
None.
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| Medical
conditions aggravated by exposure: |
Persons with preexisting eyes or skin conditions or impaired pulmonary function may be more susceptible to the effects of this product.
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| Section 4: First Aid Measures |
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| Eyes: |
Incase of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for atleast 15 minutes. Get medical aid immediately. |
| Skin: |
Incase of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for atleast 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid immediately. Wash clothing before reuse. |
| Ingestion: |
If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious give water, milk or Milk of Magnesia. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Call a Doctor immediately. |
| Inhalation: |
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult give Oxygen. Get medical aid immediately. |
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| Section 5: Fire Fighting Measures |
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| Auto Ignition Temperature |
N/A |
| Flash Point |
N/A |
| Explosion Limits |
N/A |
| Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards |
Oxalic Acid is combustible below 101°C (215 °F). Decomposition products include carbon monoxide and formic acid which are toxic and flammable. Reacts explosively with strong oxidizing materials and some silver compounds. |
| Extinguishing Media |
Use water spray, dry chemical, Carbon Di Oxide or alcohol foam. Foam or water on molten Oxalic Acid may cause frothing. |
| NFPA Rating |
Health: 3;
Flammability: 1; Reactivity: 0 |
| Special Information |
Fire fighters should wear a full protective gear, with a self-contained breathing apparatus with full face piece operated in positive pressure mode. Move containers from fire area if it can be done without risk. Use water to keep fire-exposed containers cool. |
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| Section 6: Accidental Release Measures |
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General Information: Remove all sources of ignition. Ventilate area of leak or spill. Utilize recommended protective clothing and equipment as specified in section 8.
Spills: Clean the spill in a manner that does not disperse dust into the air. Use non-sparking tools and equipment. Pick up spill for recovery or disposal and place in closed container. Spill area can be washed with water. Collect wash water for approved disposal. Water disposal should be in accordance with existing federal, state and local environmental regulations.
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| Section 7: Handling and Storage |
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| Handling: |
Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not ingest or inhale. Do not get in eyes, on skin or on clothing. Minimize dust generation and accumulation.
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| Storage: |
Store in a cool, dry and well-ventilated area away from heat and incompatible substances (refer section 10). Keep container tightly closed.
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| Section 8: Exposure Controls /Personal Protection |
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Engineering Controls:
Facilities storing or utilizing the material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentration below the permissible limits.
Exposure Limits:
| Chemical Name |
OSHA |
NIOSH |
ACIGH |
| Oxalic Acid, anhydrous |
1mg/m3 TWA
2mg/m3 STEL
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1mg/m3 TLV-TWA
2mg/m3 TLV-STEL
500mg/m3 IDLH (NOISH)
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1mg/m3 TLV-TWA
2mg/m3 TLV-STEL
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| Oxalic Acid Dihydrate |
Not Listed |
Not Listed |
Not Listed |
Personal Protective Equipment:
| Eyes: |
Use chemical safety goggles or eyeglasses. A face shield may also be necessary. Maintain eye was fountain and safety showers in the immediate work area. |
| Skin: |
Wear impervious protective clothing including apron, boots and rubber gloves as appropriate. |
| Ventilation: |
Use local ventilation if dusting is a problem, to maintain air levels below the recommended exposure limit. |
| Personal respirators: |
Approved respirators should be used if airborne concentration exceeds recommended limit. For emergencies or instances where the exposure levels are not known, use a full-face piece positive-pressure, air supplied respirator. WARNING: Air-purifying respirators do not protect workers in oxygen-deficient atmospheres. |
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| Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties |
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| Physical State |
Solid |
| Appearance |
White crystalline powder |
| Odor |
Odorless |
| Molecular Formula |
(COOH)2.2H2O |
| Molecular Weight |
126.07 (dihydrate)
90.03 (anhydrous) |
| pH |
1.3 (0.1M solution in water) |
| Vapor pressure |
Less than 0.001 mm Hg @ 20°C (68°F) |
| Vapor Density |
4.4 (Air = 1) |
| Boiling Point |
149-160°C (300-320°F) |
| Melting Point |
101.5°C (215°F) |
| Sublimation Point |
157 °C |
| Decomposition Temperature |
189.5 °C |
| Solubility in water |
14.3 g / 100 ml (25°C) |
| Solubility in Ethanol |
23.7 g / 100 ml (15 °C) |
| Solubility in Diethyl Ether |
1.37 g / 100 ml (15 °C) |
Specific gravity
(Water = 1) |
1.90 g/cm3 (anhydrous)
1.653 g/cm3 (dihydrate)
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| Acidity |
Strong Acid |
| Dissociation constant (pKa) |
pK1 = 1.23, pK2 = 4.19 (25 °C) |
| Crystal Structure |
Rhombic (anhydrous), Monoclinic (dihydrate) |
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| Section 10: Stability and Reactivity |
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| Stability: |
Stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage.
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| Incompatibilities: |
Strong oxidizing agents (such as perchlorates, peroxides, permanganates, chlorates, nitrates, chlorine, bromine and fluorine); hypochlorite, Sliver and its compounds, strong alkalis, chlorites and furfuryl alcohol – since violent reactions occur.
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| Conditions
to avoid: |
Heat, ignition sources and incompatibilities.
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| Hazardous
Decomposition Products: |
Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide, formic acid, acrid smoke and fumes.
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| Hazardous
Polymerisation: |
Has not been reported.
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| Section 11: Toxilogical Information |
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| CAS Number |
RTECS Number |
| 144-62-7 |
R02450000 |
| 6153-56-6 |
Unlisted |
| SKIN AND
EYE IRRITATION DATA: |
| Route/Organism |
Dose |
Effect |
| Skin-Rabbit |
500 mg/24 hour |
Mild |
| Eye-Rabbit |
250 µg/24 hour |
Severe |
| Eye-Rabbit |
100 mg/4S rinse |
Severe |
| ACUTE TOXICITY DATA: |
| Route/Organism |
Dose |
Effect |
| Intraperitoneal-Mouse |
lethal dose (50 percent
kill): 270 mg/kg |
N/R |
| Oral-Dog |
lowest published lethal
dose: 1 gm/kg |
N/R |
| Oral-Rat |
lethal dose (50 percent
kill):7500mg/kg |
N/R |
| Oral-Woman |
lowest published lethal
dose: 600 mg/kg |
Gastrointestinal: Changes
in structure or function of esophagus
Gastrointestinal: Hypermotility, diarrhea
Gastrointestinal: Other changes |
| Subcutaneous-Cat |
lowest published lethal
dose:112 mg/kg |
N/R |
| Subscutaneous-Frog |
lowest published lethal
dose:757 mg/kg |
N/R |
| Unreported route-Rat |
lethal dose (50 percent
kill):1400 mg/kg |
N/R |
Only selected data from Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical
Substances (RTECS
#: RO2450000) is presented here. See actual entry for complete information.
| CARCINOGENICITY: |
| Oxalic
Acid, anhydrous |
Not
Listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP or OSHA. |
| Oxalic
Acid Dihydrate |
Not
Listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP or OSHA. |
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| Section 12: Ecological Information |
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| Environmental Fate: |
| Biodegradation |
Readily Biodegradable |
| BOD5 |
0.16 mg/l |
| COD |
0.18 mg/l |
| BOD5/COD ratiot |
0.89 |
| BCF |
0.6 |
| Bio-Accumulation |
Non bio-accumulable |
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| Ecotoxicity: |
| LC50 |
4000 mg/L, 24 hours, Fish (Bluegill),
1000 ppm, 0.5 hours, Fish (Gold Fish),
100 ppm, 0.3 hours, Fish (Trout)
5330 mg/L, 96 hours, Amphibian(Clawed Toad) |
| EC50 |
136.9 mg/L, 48 hours, Crustaceans(Water Flea)
1500 mg/L, 24 hours, Algae |
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| Section 13: Disposal Considerations |
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| Disposal should be done in accordance with local, state and federal regulations. |
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| Section 14: Transport Information |
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US DOT |
IMO |
| Proper Shipping Name |
Corrosive, Solid, Acidic, Organic N.O.S. (Oxalic Acid, Dihydrate) |
Corrosive, Solid, Acidic, Organic N.O.S. (Oxalic Acid, Dihydrate) |
| UN Number |
3261 |
3261 |
| Hazard Class |
8 |
8 |
| Packing Group |
III |
III |
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| Section 15: Regulatory Information |
| Classification and labeling information in accordance with EC directives |
| Classfication |
Xn; R21/22 |
| Hazard Symbol |
 Xn: Harmful |
| Risk Phrases |
R21/22 |
Harmful in contact with skin and if swallowed |
| Safety Phrases |
S2
S24/25 |
Keep out of reach of children
Avoid contact with skin and eyes
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| Section 16: Other
Information |
| References: |
| IUCLID Chemical Data Sheet - ESIS |
| Chemical Toxicity studies on Aquatic Organisms in PAN pesticides database |
| Chemical profiles created by Canadian centre for occupational health and safety |
| MSDS available on the internet |
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| Legend: |
| CAS |
Chemical Abstract Service |
| EINECS |
European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical substance |
| NFPA |
National Fire Protection Association (USA) |
| OSHA |
Occupational Safety & Health Administration (USA) |
| NIOSH |
National Institute for Occupational Safety & Health (USA) |
| IUCLID |
International Uniform Chemical Information Database |
| ESIS |
European chemical Substances Information System |
| ACIGH |
American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists |
| IARC |
International Agency for Research on Cancer |
| RTECS |
Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances |
| NTP |
National Toxicology Program (USA) |
| PAN |
Pesticide Action Network (USA) |
| US DOT |
US Department of Transportation |
| IMO |
International Maritime Organisation |
| TLV – TWA |
Threshold Limit Value – Time Weighted Average (ACIGH) |
| TVL - STEL |
Threshold Limit Value – Short Term Exposure Limit (ACIGH) |
| IDLH |
Immediately Dangerous to life and health concentration value (NOISH) |
| LD50 |
Lethal Dosage causing death in 50% |
| LC50 |
Lethal concentration causing death in 50% |
| EC50 |
Median Effective Concentration (required to induce 50% effect)) |
| BCF |
Bio-concentration Factor |
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| Disclaimer |
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The information contained in this Material Safety Data Sheet is believed to be accurate and represents the best information currently available to Radiant Agro Chem Pvt. Ltd. However, Radiant Agro Chem Pvt. Ltd. makes no representation or warranty of merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, in respect to the comprehensiveness or adequacy of this document for any particular use and shall assume no liability resulting from its use. Users should make their own investigations to determine the suitability of the information for their particular purposes. In no way shall the company be liable for any claims, losses or damages of any third party or for lost profits or exemplary damages, howsoever arising, even if the company has been advised of the possibility of such damages. |
