Name:	Benzoic acid copper(II) salt 96% (uv-vis) Material Safety Data Sheet
Synonym:	None
CAS:	533-01-7

Section 1 - Chemical Product   MSDS Name:Benzoic acid copper(II) salt 96% (uv-vis) Material Safety Data Sheet
Synonym:None

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Section 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

CAS#	Chemical Name	content	EINECS#
533-01-7	Benzoic acid copper (2+) salt	96.0	208-552-6

Hazard Symbols: None Listed.
Risk Phrases: None Listed.

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Section 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
  EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
The toxicological properties of this material have not been fully investigated.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause eye irritation.
Skin:
May cause skin irritation.
Ingestion:
May cause irritation of the digestive tract. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
Chronic:
No information found.

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Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
  Eyes: Immediately 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.
Notes to Physician:

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Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
  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.
Extinguishing Media:
Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire. Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam.

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Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
  General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a suitable clean, dry, closed container for disposal. Provide ventilation.

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Section 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE
  Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
Storage:
Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.

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Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
  Engineering Controls:
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits CAS# 533-01-7: United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: (listed as copper): 0.2 mg/m3 TWA (fum 1 mg/m3 TWA (dust and mist) United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: (listed as copper): 0.6 mg/m3 STEL (fume); 2 mg/m3 STEL (dust and mist) United States OSHA: 0.1 mg/m3 TWA (fume); 1 mg/m3 TWA (dusts and mists) (listed under Copper).
Belgium - TWA: (listed as copper): 0.2 mg/m3 VLE (fume); 1 mg/m3 (dust and mist) France - VME: (listed as copper): 0.2 mg/m3 VME (fume); 1 mg/m3 V (dust, as Cu) France - VLE: (listed as copper): 2 mg/m3 VLE (dust, as Cu) Germany: (listed as copper): 0.2 mg/m3 VME (fume); 1 mg/m3 VME (d as Cu) Malaysia: (listed as copper): 0.2 mg/m3 TWA (fume, as Cu); 1 mg/m TWA (dust and mist, as Cu) Netherlands: (listed as copper): 0.2 mg/m3 MAC (smoke); 1 mg/m3 M (dust) Russia: (listed as copper): 1 mg/m3 TWA (dust) Russia: (listed as copper): 0.5 mg/m3 STEL (dust) Spain: (listed as copper): 0.2 mg/m3 VLA-ED (fume); 1 mg/m3 VLA-E (dust and mist, as Cu) 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 protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators:
A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant respirator use. 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
 
Physical State: Solid
Color: Not available.
Odor: none reported
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point: Not available.
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: Not available.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility in water:
Specific Gravity/Density:
Molecular Formula: C14H10CuO4
Molecular Weight: 305.77

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Section 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
  Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, strong oxidants.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Irritating and toxic fumes and gases.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.

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Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
  RTECS#:
CAS# 533-01-7 unlisted.
LD50/LC50:
Not available.
Carcinogenicity:
Benzoic acid copper (2+) salt - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.

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Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
  Other No information available.

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Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
  Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.

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Section 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION
 
IATA
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
IMO
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
RID/ADR
Not regulated as a hazardous material.

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Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
 
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: Not available.
Risk Phrases:
Safety Phrases:
S 24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
S 28A After contact with skin, wash immediately with
plenty of water.
S 37 Wear suitable gloves.
S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek
medical advice immediately (show the label where
possible).
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 533-01-7: No information available.
Canada
CAS# 533-01-7 is listed on Canada's NDSL List.
CAS# 533-01-7 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 533-01-7 is listed on the TSCA inventory.

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SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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