MSDS for Bismuth Fluoride, Current as of 7/10/2009 :: Barium & Chemical

	Materials Safety Data Sheet Bismuth Fluoride	MSDS Number: bi1210

dcn: 818

Revision: 1

Last Updated on: 7/10/2009


Product Name:	Bismuth Fluoride
Synonyms:
Manufacturer:	Barium & Chemicals, Inc. PO Box 218 515 Kingsdale Road Steubenville, Ohio 43952-5218 Phone: 740-282-9776 Fax: 740-282-9161 Web: www.bariumchemicals.com
24-hour Emergency Phone Number: Chemtrec 800-424-9300 CHEMTREC INTERNATIONAL: 703-527-3887

2.) INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
	*EINECS*	*PERCENT*	*CAS NO:*
Bismuth Fluoride		100	7787-61-3

3.) HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Emergency Overview:	Severe Irritant Corrosive!
Potential Health Effects:	Inhalation: May cause asthma attacks, excessive salivation, thirst, foul breath, metallic tase, gingivitis, sweating, vomiting, coli, diarrhea and lung granulomas;Ingestion: May cause gastrointestinal irritation, malaise, skin reactions, rheumatic pain, black lines on gums and cramp-like pains. Chronic: May effect function of liver and kidneys, and nervous system;Skin:May cause skin rashes.;

4.) FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation:	Remove victim to fresh air, give oxygen if there is breathing difficulty. If required, provide artificial respiration. Seek medical attention.
Skin Contact:	Remove contaminated clothing. Flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. If redness or irritation persists, seek medical attention. Rub in calcium gluconate solution or calcium gluconate gel immediately
Eye Contact:	Flush with copious amounts of water (lukewarm)for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention.
Ingestion Contact:	DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING! Seek medical attention.

5.) FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing Media:	Product is not flammmable. Use fire fighting measures that suit the surrounding fire
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:
Fire and Explosion Hazzards:
Hazardous Combustion Products:	In case of fire, Hydrogen Fluoride (HF) can be released
Protective Measure in Fire:	Wear self contained respirator, Wear fully protective impervious suit

6.) ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precaution in Spill:	Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away; Ensure adequate ventilation
Environment:	Do not allow material to be released into environment without proper governmental permits.
Spill Clean Up:	Pick up mechanically. Wearing full protective clothing and respiratory protection

7.) HANDLING/STORAGE
Usage Precautions:
Usage Descriptions:
Storage Precautions:	Keep in well ventilated area
Handling Precautions:	Keep contaner tightly sealed. Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers

8.) EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Protective Equipment:	Protective Work Clothing
Process Conditions:
Respirators:	Use suitable respirator when high concentrations are present.
Protective Gloves:	Impervious gloves
Eye Protection:	Safety Glasses
Other Protection:
Hygienic Work Practices:	The usual precautionary measures for handling chemicals should be followed. Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and feed. Remove all soiled and contaminated clothing immediately. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work. Avoid contact with eyes and skin

9.) PHYSICAL / CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance:	Crystalline Powder	Color:	Gray to White
Odor/Taste:	No odor	Specific Gravity:
Solubility:	Insoluble; Decomposes in Water	Solubility Value:
Melting Point:	727C	Boiling Point:	727C
Decomp Temp:		Flash Point:
pH:

10.) STABILITY / REACTIVITY
Stability:	Stable
Hazardous Decomp Products:	Hydrogen Fluoride
Conditions to Avoid:	Materials to Avoid (Incompatibility) Strong bases, water moisture

11.) TOXICOLOGICAL INFOMATION
Toxic Dose LD 50:
Toxicological Info:	Acute toxicity
Inhalation:	Irritant to mucous membranes
Skin:	Irritant to skin; no sensitizing efects known.
Eyes:	Irritating Effect
Medical Symptoms:	Subacute to chronic toxicity: Bismuth and bismuth compounds are often poorly absorbed. Should absorption occur, however, exposure may cause loss of appetite, headache, skin rash, exodermatitis, kidney injury and jaundice. Repeated or prolonged exposure may cause a bismuth line or black spots on the gums, foul breath and salivation. Fluorides may cause salivation, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and abdominal pain, followed by weakness, tremors, shallow respiration, convulsions and coma. May cause brain and kidney damage. Chronic fluoride poisoning can cause severe bone changes, loss of weight, anorexia, anemia and dental defects. Subacute to chronic toxicity: Corrosive materials are acutely destructive to the respiratory tract, eyes, skin and digestive tract. Eye contact may result in permanent damage and complete vision loss. Inhalation may result in respiratory effects such as inflammation, edema, and chemical pneumonitis. May cause coughing, wheezing, laryngitis, shortness of breath, headache, nausea and vomiting. Ingestion may cause damage to the mouth, throat and esophagus. May cause skin burns or irritation depending on the severity of the exposure. Additional toxicological information: To the best of our knowledge the acute and chronic toxicity of this substance is not fully known. IARC-3: Not classifiable as to carcinogenicity to humans. ACGIH A4: Not classifiable as a human carcinogen: Inadequate data on which to classify the agent in terms of it's carcinogenicity in humans and/or animals

12.) ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxicity:
Distribution:
Chemical Fate:	Do not allow materials to be released to the environment without proper governmental permits

13.) DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Disposal Methods:	Consult state, local or national reguationst ensure proper disposal.
General Cleaning:

14.) TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
DOT - GROUND TRANSPORTATION: Proper Shipping Name:Corrosive solid, acidic, inorganic, n.o.s, bismuth(III)fluoride Hazzard Class: 8 Corosive substance UN. NO#: 3260 Packing Group #: 8 Corrosive Substances / III		IATA/IMDG REGULATIONS: Proper Shipping Name: Corrosive solid, acidic, inorganic, n.o.s, bismuth(III)fluoride Hazzard Class: 8 Corosive substance UN. NO#: 3260 Packing Group #: 8 Corrosive Substances / III IMDG EMS:
Shipping Options for this product include:
Transportation Notes: No

15.) REGULATORY INFORMATION
Chemical Inventory Status Part 1
Ingredient:	CASNO:	TSCA:	EINECS:	China:	Japan:	Austrialia:
Bismuth Fluoride	7787-61-3	No	No	No	No	No

Chemical Inventory Status Part 2
Ingredient:	CASNO:	Korea:	DSL:	NDSL:	Phil.:
Bismuth Fluoride	7787-61-3	No	No	No	No

Federal, State, International Regulations- Part 1
Ingredient:	CASNO:	SARA 302:		SARA 313
		RQ:	TPQ:	LIST	Chemical Catg:
Bismuth Fluoride	7787-61-3	No	No	No	No

Federal, State, International Regulations- Part 2
Ingredient:	CASNO:	RCRA 261.33:	TSCA 8(d):	CERCLA
Bismuth Fluoride	7787-61-3	No	No	No

Additional Items
Chemical Weapons Convention:	Acute:	TSCA 12(b):	CDTA:	SARA 311/312:	Reactivity:	Chronic:
No	No	No	No	No	No	No

Fire	Pressure:	Austrialian HazChem Code:	Poison Schedule:	WHMIS:
No	No	No	No	No

16.) INFORMATION SOURCES
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