Section 1: Product Identification
Chemical Name: Potassium tris(oxalato)ferrate(III) trihydrate
CAS Registry Number: 5936-11-8
Formula: K3Fe(C2O4)3.3H2O
EINECS Number: none
Chemical Family: organometallic complexes
Synonym: Ferrate(3-), tris(oxalato)-, potassium
Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Ingredient CAS Number Percent ACGIH (TWA) OSHA (PEL)
Title Compound 5936-11-8 100% 1mg/m3 (as Fe - soluble) no data
Section 3: Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview: Irritating to skin, eyes and mucous membranes. Harmful if swallowed.
Primary Routes of Exposure: Ingestion, eyes
Eye Contact: Causes mild to severe irritation of the eyes.
Skin Contact: Causes mild to severe irritation of the skin.
Inhalation: Dust is irritating to the nose, mucous membranes and respiratory tract.
Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed. May cause kidney damage.
A mild to severe irritant to skin, eyes and respiratory tract. Ingestion causes severe irritation to the mouth,
Acute Health Affects:
esophagus and stomach.
The toxicological properties of this compound have not been thoroughly investigated. Unrecognized hazards
Chronic Health Affects:
may be present.
NTP: No
IARC: No
OSHA: No
SECTION 4: First Aid Measures
Immediately flush the eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 10-15 minutes. A victim may need
Eye Exposure:
assistance in keeping their eye lids open. Get immediate medical attention.
Wash the affected area with water. Remove contaminated clothes if necessary. Seek medical assistance if
Skin Exposure:
irritation persists.
Remove the victim to fresh air. Closely monitor the victim for signs of respiratory problems, such as difficulty
Inhalation:
in breathing, coughing, wheezing, or pain. In such cases seek immediate medical assistance.
Seek medical attention immediately. Keep the victim calm. Give the victim water (only if conscious). Induce
Ingestion:
vomiting only if directed by medical personnel.
SECTION 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point: no data
Autoignition Temperature: no data
Explosion Limits: no data
Extinguishing Medium: dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or foam.
If this product is involved in a fire, fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH approved positive pressure
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:
self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
Hazardous Combustion and If involved in a fire this material may emit toxic and corrosive fumes.
Decomposion Products:
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: No unusual fire or explosion hazards.
SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures
Spill and Leak Procedures: Small spills can be mixed with powdered sodium bicarbonate, lime, or calcium carbonate and swept up.
SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Handling and Storage: Store in a cool, dry place in a tightly sealed container away from light.
SECTION 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
Eye Protection: Always wear approved safety glasses when handling a chemical substance in the laboratory.
Skin Protection: Wear appropriate chemical resistant gloves and protective clothing.
Ventilation: Material may form a fine dust. If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
If ventilation is not available a respirator should be worn. The use of respirators requires a Respiratory
Respirator:
Protection Program to be in compliance with 29 CFR 1910.134.
Ventilation: Material may form a fine dust. If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
Additional Protection: No additional protection required.
SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Color and Form: green xtl
Molecular Weight: 437.20 (491.25)
Melting Point: no data
Boiling Point: no data
Vapor Pressure: no data
Specific Gravity: no data
Odor: none
Solubility in Water: very soluble
SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability: light sensitive
Hazardous Polymerization: no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid: none
Incompatibility: oxidizing agents and active metals
Decomposition Products: iron oxide, potassium carbonate, and carbon monoxide
SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
RTECS Data: No information available in the RTECS files.
Carcinogenic Effects: no data
Mutagenic Effects: no data
Tetratogenic Effects: no data
SECTION 12: Ecological Information
Ecological Information: No information available
SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations
Disposal: Dispose of according to local, state and federal regulations.
SECTION 14: Transportation
Shipping Name (CFR): Non-hazardous
Hazard Class (CFR): NA
Additional Hazard Class (CFR): NA
Packaging Group (CFR): NA
UN ID Number (CFR): NA
Shipping Name (IATA): Non-hazardous
Hazard Class (IATA): NA
Additional Hazard Class (IATA): NA
Packaging Group (IATA): NA
UN ID Number (IATA): NA
SECTION 15: Regulatory Information
TSCA: Not listed in the TSCA inventory
SARA (Title 313): Title compound not listed
Second Ingredient: none
SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
N/A