Material Safety Data Sheet
Arsenic(III) sulfide, 99.99%
ACC# 84980
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Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification |
MSDS Name: Arsenic(III) sulfide, 99.99%
Catalog Numbers:
AC192510000, AC192510250, AC192511000
Synonyms:
Arsenic sesquisulfide; Arsenic trisulfide.
Company Identification:
Acros Organics N.V.
One Reagent Lane
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
For information in North America, call: 800-ACROS-01
For emergencies in the US, call CHEMTREC: 800-424-9300
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Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients
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| CAS# |
Chemical Name |
Percent |
EINECS/ELINCS |
| 1303-33-9 |
Arsenic(III) sulfide |
99.99 | 215-117-4 |
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Section 3 - Hazards Identification
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EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Appearance: yellow or orange powder.
Danger! Contains inorganic arsenic. Harmful if
swallowed. Harmful if inhaled. Causes eye, skin, and respiratory
tract irritation. Cancer hazard. May cause central nervous system
depression. May cause liver and kidney damage. May cause bone marrow
damage.
Target Organs: Kidneys, central nervous system,
liver, lungs, bone marrow, skin.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye irritation. May cause conjunctivitis.
Skin:
Causes skin irritation. Exposure to arsenic compounds may produce
hyperpigmentation of the skin and hyperkeratoses of plantar and
palmar surfaces as well as both primary irritation and sensitization
types.
Ingestion:
Harmful if swallowed. Causes gastrointestinal irritation with
nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Ingestion of large amounts may cause
CNS depression. Ingestion of arsenical compounds may cause burning
of the lips, throat constriction, swallowing difficulties, severe
abdominal pain, severe nausea, projectile vomiting, and profuse
diarrhea. May cause garlic smell on the breath and body. Ingestion of
arsenic compounds can produce convulsions, coma, and possibly death
within 24 hours.
Inhalation:
Causes respiratory tract irritation. Exposure produces central
nervous system depression. Inhalation of arsenic compounds may lead
to irritation of the respiratory tract and to possible nasal
perforation. Long-term exposure to arsenic compounds may produce
impairment of peripheral circulation.
Chronic:
Arsenic trioxide can cause cancer in humans. Other long term effects
include: anemia, liver and kidney damage. Chronic exposure to
arsenical dust may cause shortness of breath, nausea, chest pains,
and garlic odor.
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Section 4 - First Aid Measures
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Eyes:
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally
lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
Skin:
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15
minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing
before reuse.
Ingestion:
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical
aid. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and
drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not
breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult,
give oxygen. Get medical aid. Do NOT use mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
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Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
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General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases
may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Use water
spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool. Containers may explode
when heated.
Extinguishing Media:
Do NOT get water inside containers. Do NOT use straight streams of
water. For small fires, use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or water
spray. Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well
after fire is out. For large fires, use water spray, fog or regular
foam.
Flash Point: Not available.
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Explosion Limits, Lower:Not available.
Upper: Not available.
NFPA Rating:
(estimated) Health: 3; Flammability: 1; Instability: 0
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Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
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General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal
container. Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to
waterways. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the
Protective Equipment section. Avoid generating dusty conditions.
Provide ventilation. Do not get water inside containers.
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Section 7 - Handling and Storage
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Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes,
skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion
and inhalation. Use with adequate ventilation. Wash clothing before
reuse. Use only with adequate ventilation or respiratory protection.
Storage:
Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry,
well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Poison room
locked.
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Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
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Engineering Controls:
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped
with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate general or
local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the
permissible exposure limits. See 29CFR 1910.1018 for regulatory
requirements pertaining to all occupational exposures to inorganic
arsenic.
Exposure Limits
| Chemical Name |
ACGIH |
NIOSH |
OSHA - Final PELs |
| Arsenic(III) sulfide
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0.01 mg/m3 TWA (as As) (listed under Arsenic, inorganic compounds).
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5 mg/m3 IDLH (as As) (listed under Arsenic, inorganic compounds).
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10 ęg/m3 TWA (as As) (listed under Arsenic, inorganic compounds).5 ęg/m3 Action Level (as As); 10 ęg/m3 TWA (as As, Cancer hazard - see 29 CFR 19 10.1018, except Arsine) (listed under Arsenic, inorga
nic compounds).
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OSHA Vacated PELs:
Arsenic(III) sulfide:
No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical
safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face
protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European
Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators:
Wear a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149
approved full-facepiece airline respirator in the
positive pressure mode with emergency escape
provisions.
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Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
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Physical State: Powder
Appearance: yellow or orange
Odor: odorless
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Vapor Density: Not available.
Evaporation Rate:Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 707 deg C @ 760 mm Hg
Freezing/Melting Point:300 deg C
Decomposition Temperature:Not available.
Solubility: Insoluble.
Specific Gravity/Density:3.46 g/cm3
Molecular Formula:As2S3
Molecular Weight:246.02
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Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
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Chemical Stability:
Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage
and handling conditions.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, dust generation, excess heat, oxidizers.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Oxides of sulfur, arsenic fumes.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported
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Section 11 - Toxicological Information
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RTECS#:
CAS# 1303-33-9:
CG2638000; CG2718000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 1303-33-9:
Oral, mouse: LD50
= 254 mg/kg;
Oral, mouse: LD50 =
254 mg/kg;
Oral, rat: LD50 = 185
mg/kg;
Oral, rat: LD50 = 6400
mg/kg;
Oral, rat: LD50 = 185
mg/kg;
Skin, rat: LD50 = 936
mg/kg;
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Carcinogenicity:
CAS# 1303-33-9:
- ACGIH:
A1 - Confirmed Human Carcinogen (listed as 'Arsenic, inorganic compounds').
- California:
carcinogen, initial date 2/27/87 (listed as Arsenic, inorganic compounds).
- NTP:
Known carcinogen (listed as Arsenic, inorganic compounds).
- IARC:
Group 1 carcinogen
Epidemiology:
Exposure to inorganic arsenic compounds in drugs, food, and
water as well as in an occupational setting have been
causally associated with the development of cancer,
primarily of the skin and lungs.IARC has determined that
there is sufficient evidence for carcinogenicity for
arsenic compounds to humans.
Teratogenicity:
No information available.
Reproductive Effects:
No information available.
Mutagenicity:
No information available.
Neurotoxicity:
No information available.
Other Studies:
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Section 12 - Ecological Information
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Ecotoxicity:
No data available.
No information available.
Environmental:
Can be biodegraded and bioconcentrated.
Physical:
No information available.
Other:
No information available.
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Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
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Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified
as a hazardous waste.
US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3.
Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to
ensure complete and accurate classification.
RCRA P-Series: None listed.
RCRA U-Series: None listed.
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Section 14 - Transport Information
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US DOT |
Canada TDG |
| Shipping Name: |
ARSENIC COMPOUNDS, SOLID, N.O.S. |
ARSENIC COMPOUNDS SOLID NOS (ARSENIC SULFIDE) |
| Hazard Class: |
6.1 |
6.1 |
| UN Number: |
UN1557 |
UN1557 |
| Packing Group: |
III |
III |
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Section 15 - Regulatory Information
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US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 1303-33-9 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
Health & Safety Reporting List
None of the chemicals are on the Health & Safety Reporting List.
Chemical Test Rules
None of the chemicals in this product are under a Chemical Test Rule.
Section 12b
None of the chemicals are listed under TSCA Section 12b.
TSCA Significant New Use Rule
None of the chemicals in this material have a SNUR under TSCA.
CERCLA Hazardous Substances and corresponding RQs
CAS# 1303-33-9: 1 lb final RQ; 0.454 kg final RQ
SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances
None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.
Section 313
This material contains Arsenic(III)
sulfide (listed as Arsenic, inorganic compounds), 99.99%, (CAS#
1303-33-9) which is subject to the reporting requirements of Section
313 of SARA Title III and 40 CFR Part 373.
Clean Air Act:
CAS# 1303-33-9 (listed as Arsenic, inorganic compounds) is listed as a
hazardous air pollutant (HAP).
This material does not contain any Class 1 Ozone depletors.
This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.
Clean Water Act:
CAS# 1303-33-9 is listed as a Hazardous Substance under the CWA.
None of the chemicals in this
product are listed as Priority Pollutants under the CWA.
CAS# 1303-33-9 is listed as a Toxic Pollutant under the Clean Water
Act.
OSHA:
None of the chemicals in this product
are considered highly hazardous by OSHA.
STATE
CAS# 1303-33-9 can be found on the
following state right to know lists: California, New Jersey,
Pennsylvania, Minnesota, (listed as Arsenic, inorganic compounds),
Massachusetts.
California Prop 65
The following statement(s) is(are) made in order to comply with
the California Safe Drinking Water Act:
WARNING: This product contains Arsenic(III) sulfide, listed as
`Arsenic, inorganic compounds', a chemical known to the state of
California to cause cancer.
California No Significant Risk Level:
None of the chemicals in this product are listed.
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols:
T N
Risk Phrases:
R 23/25 Toxic by inhalation and if swallowed.
R 50/53 Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term
adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Safety Phrases:
S 20/21 When using do not eat, drink or smoke.
S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice
immediately (show the label where possible).
S 60 This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardou
s waste.
S 28A After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water
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S 61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions
/safety data sheets.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 1303-33-9: No information available.
Canada - DSL/NDSL
CAS# 1303-33-9 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
Canada - WHMIS
not available.
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard
criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS
contains all of the information required by those regulations.
Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List
CAS# 1303-33-9 is listed on the Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List.
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Section 16 - Additional Information
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MSDS Creation Date: 1/07/1999
Revision #4 Date: 11/20/2008
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