Date of issue: 06/01/2015 SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking 1.1. Product identifier Product form Substance name Chemical name : Substance : Zinc Citrate Trihydrate : Zinc Citrate Trihydrate CAS No : 178326-57-3 Product code : 2943, 2952 & 2955 Formula : Zn 3 (C 6 H 5 O 7 ) 2 3H 2 O 1.2. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against Use of the substance/mixture 1.3. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet Jost Chemical Co. 8150 Lackland Rd. Saint Louis, Missouri 63114 T 314-428-4300 - F 314-428-4366 www.jostchemical.com 1.4. Emergency telephone number : Food-stuff industry. Pharmaceutical industry. Emergency number : CHEMTREC 800-424-9300 SECTION 2: Hazards identification 2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture Classification (GHS-US) Not classified 2.2. Label elements GHS-US labeling No labeling applicable 2.3. Other hazards 2.4. Unknown acute toxicity (GHS US) Not applicable SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients 3.1. Substance Substance type : Mono-constituent Name Product identifier % Classification (GHS-US) Zinc Citrate Trihydrate (Main constituent) Full text of H-phrases: see section 16 3.2. Mixture Not applicable SECTION 4: First aid measures 4.1. Description of first aid measures First-aid measures after inhalation First-aid measures after skin contact First-aid measures after eye contact (CAS No) 178326-57-3 100 Not classified : Move the affected person away from the contaminated area and into the fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. : Immediately remove contaminated clothing or footwear. Gently wash with plenty of soap and water. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Wash skin with plenty of water. : Rinse immediately with plenty of water for 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Get medical advice/attention. Rinse eyes with water as a precaution. 05/21/2015 EN (English US) Page 1
First-aid measures after ingestion : If the person is fully conscious, make him/her drink plenty of water. Never give an unconscious person anything to drink. Do NOT induce vomiting. Get medical advice/attention. 4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed Symptoms/injuries after inhalation : Metal fume fever. Symptoms/injuries after ingestion : Vomiting. Diarrhoea. 4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed Treat symptomatically. SECTION 5: Firefighting measures 5.1. Extinguishing media Suitable extinguishing media : Foam. Carbon dioxide. Sand. Water fog. Water spray. Dry powder. 5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture Fire hazard : Combustible. Reactivity : Reacts with (strong) oxidizers. Upon combustion: CO and CO2 are formed. 5.3. Advice for firefighters Firefighting instructions Protection during firefighting : Contain the extinguishing fluids by bunding. Use water spray or fog for cooling exposed containers. : Do not attempt to take action without suitable protective equipment. Complete protective clothing. Self-contained breathing apparatus. SECTION 6: Accidental release measures 6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures 6.1.1. For non-emergency personnel Emergency procedures 6.1.2. For emergency responders Protective equipment : Ventilate spillage area. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. : Do not attempt to take action without suitable protective equipment. For further information refer to section 8 Exposure controls/personal protection" ". 6.2. Environmental precautions Avoid release to the environment. Prevent entry to sewers and public waters. 6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up For containment Methods for cleaning up Other information 6.4. Reference to other sections : Dam up the solid spill. Plug the leak, cut off the supply. Collect all waste in suitable and labeled containers and dispose according to local legislation. Collect spillage. : Recover mechanically the product. Prevent dust cloud formation. This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way, and as per local legislation. : Dispose of materials or solid residues at an authorized site. For further information refer to section 8 : Exposure-controls/personal protection"". SECTION 7: Handling and storage 7.1. Precautions for safe handling Precautions for safe handling Hygiene measures 7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Storage conditions 7.3. Specific end use(s) : Ensure good ventilation of the work station. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid dust formation. Provide local exhaust or general room ventilation. Wear personal protective equipment. Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eat, drink or smoke and when leaving work. : Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eat, drink or smoke and when leaving work. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Always wash hands after handling the product. : Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. 05/21/2015 EN (English US) 2/6
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection 8.1. Control parameters ACGIH Not applicable OSHA OSHA PEL (TWA) (mg/m³) 15 mg/m³ Total Dust 5 mg/m³ Respirable Dust 8.2. Exposure controls Appropriate engineering controls Personal protective equipment : Ensure good ventilation of the work station. : Dust formation: dust mask. Gloves. Safety glasses. Hand protection Eye protection Skin and body protection Respiratory protection Environmental exposure controls : Protective gloves. : Safety glasses. Safety glasses. : Wear suitable protective clothing. : Dust formation: dust mask. : Avoid release to the environment. SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties 9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties Physical state : Solid Appearance : White solid. Powder. Color : White Odor : Odourless Odor threshold ph Melting point Freezing point : Not applicable Boiling point Flash point Relative evaporation rate (butyl acetate=1) Flammability (solid, gas) Explosion limits : Not applicable Explosive properties Oxidizing properties Vapor pressure Relative density : Not applicable Relative vapor density at 20 C Molecular mass : 610.32 g/mol Solubility : Poorly soluble in water. Log Pow Log Kow Auto-ignition temperature Decomposition temperature : 295 C Viscosity Viscosity, kinematic Viscosity, dynamic 9.2. Other information 05/21/2015 EN (English US) 3/6
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity 10.1. Reactivity Reacts with (strong) oxidizers. Upon combustion: CO and CO2 are formed. 10.2. Chemical stability Stable under normal conditions. 10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions No dangerous reactions known under normal conditions of use. 10.4. Conditions to avoid None under recommended storage and handling conditions (see section 7). 10.5. Incompatible materials Strong oxidizers. 10.6. Hazardous decomposition products SECTION 11: Toxicological information 11.1. Information on toxicological effects Likely routes of exposure Acute toxicity LD50 oral rat LD50 dermal rat Skin corrosion/irritation Serious eye damage/irritation Respiratory or skin sensitization Germ cell mutagenicity Carcinogenicity Reproductive toxicity Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Aspiration hazard Symptoms/injuries after inhalation Symptoms/injuries after ingestion SECTION 12: Ecological information 12.1. Toxicity Ecology - general : Dermal; Inhalation > 2000 mg/kg > 2000 mg/kg (Not applicable) : Metal fume fever. : Vomiting. Diarrhoea. : No information available about this product. 12.2. Persistence and degradability 05/21/2015 EN (English US) 4/6
12.3. Bioaccumulative potential Bioaccumulative potential No bioaccumulation data available. 12.4. Mobility in soil 12.5. Other adverse effects SECTION 13: Disposal considerations 13.1. Waste treatment methods Waste disposal recommendations : Remove waste in accordance with local and/or national regulations. SECTION 14: Transport information Department of Transportation (DOT) In accordance with DOT Not regulated for transport Additional information Other information : No supplementary information available. Transport by sea Air transport SECTION 15: Regulatory information 15.1. US Federal regulations SARA Section 311/312 Hazard Classes SARA Section 313 - Emission Reporting Immediate (acute) health hazard 100 % Zinc Compounds (N982) 15.2. International regulations CANADA EU-Regulations Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP] Not classified Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC [DSD] or 1999/45/EC [DPD] Not classified National regulations The anhydrous form of this material is listed on the United States TSCA (Toxic Substance Control Act) inventory 15.3. US State regulations SECTION 16: Other information Indication of changes : Initial SDS. 05/21/2015 EN (English US) 5/6
NFPA health hazard NFPA fire hazard NFPA reactivity : 1 - Exposure could cause irritation but only minor residual injury even if no treatment is given. : 0 - Materials that will not burn. : 0 - Normally stable, even under fire exposure conditions, and are not reactive with water. HMIS III Rating Health Flammability Physical Personal Protection : 1 Slight Hazard - Irritation or minor reversible injury possible : 0 Minimal Hazard - Materials that will not burn : 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. : E E - Safety glasses, Gloves, Dust respirator SDS US Custom (-ADR) This information is based on our current knowledge and is intended to describe the product for the purposes of health, safety and environmental requirements only. It should not therefore be construed as guaranteeing any specific property of the product 05/21/2015 EN (English US) 6/6