FLINN SCIENTIFIC INC. "Your Safer Source for Science Supplies" MSDS #: 862.00 Revision Date: March 12, 2001 Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) Section 1 — Chemical Product and Company Identification Zinc Nitrate Flinn Scientific, Inc. P.O. Box 219 Batavia, IL 60510 (800) 452-1261 CHEMTREC Emergency Phone Number: (800) 424-9300 Section 2 — Composition, Information on Ingredients Zinc Nitrate, hexahydrate Synonym: zinc dinitrate CAS#: 10196-18-6 Section 3 — Hazards Identification Moist, white lumps or crystals. Odorless. FLINN AT-A-GLANCE Slightly toxic by ingestion and inhalation. Corrosive to body tissues. Avoid all body tissue contact. Health-1 Strong oxidizer. Fire risk when in contact with combustible materials. Flammability-0 Reactivity-3 Exposure-2 Storage-0 0 is low hazard, 3 is high hazard Section 4 — First Aid Measures Call a physician, seek medical attention for further treatment, observation and support after first aid. Inhalation: Remove to fresh air at once. If breathing has stopped give artificial respiration immediately. Eye: Immediately flush with fresh water for 15 minutes. External: Wash continuously with fresh water for 15 minutes. Internal: Give no more than 1-2 cups of water for dilution. Do not induce vomiting. Call a physician or poison control at once. Section 5 — Fire Fighting Measures Non flammable solid. NFPA CODE Strong oxidizer. Fire and explosion risk when in contact with combustible materials. When heated to None established decomposition, emits toxic fumes of NOx and ZnO. Fire Fighting Instructions: Use triclass, dry chemical fire extinguisher. Firefighters should wear PPE and SCBA with full facepiece operated in positive pressure mode. Section 6 — Accidental Release Measures Restrict unprotected personnel from area. Sweep up, place in sealed bag or container and dispose. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete. See Sections 8 and 13 for further information. Section 7 — Handling and Storage Flinn Suggested Chemical Storage Pattern: Inorganic #3. Store with amides, nitrates and nitrites. Store in a cool, dry place. Use and dispense in a hood. Section 8 — Exposure Controls , Personal Protection Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Wear chemical splash goggles, chemical-resistant gloves and chemical-resistant apron. Use exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low. © 2002 Flinn Scientific, Inc. All Rights Reserved. PAGE 1 OF 2 FLINN SCIENTIFIC INC. Zinc Nitrate "Your Safer Source for Science Supplies" MSDS #: 862.00 Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) Revision Date: March 12, 2001 Section 9 — Physical and Chemical Properties Moist, white lumps or crystals. Odorless. Specific Gravity: 2.065 Solubility: Water and alcohol. Melting Point: 36.4 C Formula: Zn(NO3)2 6H2O Formula Weight: 297.49 Section 10 — Stability and Reactivity Avoid contact with strong reducers, organic and combustible materials. Shelf Life: Indefinite. Section 11 — Toxicological Information Acute effects: Corrosive ORL-RAT LD50: 1190 mg/kg Chronic effects: N.A. IHL-RAT LC50: N.A. Target organs: N.A. SKN-RBT LD50: N.A. N.A. = Not available, not all health aspects of this substance have been fully investigated. Section 12 — Ecological Information Data not yet available. Section 13 — Disposal Considerations Please consult with state and local regulations. Flinn Suggested Disposal Method #26a is one option. Section 14 — Transport Information Shipping Name: Zinc Nitrate Hazard Class: 5.1, Oxidizer UN Number: UN1514 N/A = Not applicable Section 15 — Regulatory Information TSCA-listed, EINECS-listed (292-366-5), RCRA code D001. Section 16 — Other Information Consult your copy of the Flinn Scientific Catalog/Reference Manual for additional information about laboratory chemicals. This Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is for guidance and is based upon information and tests believed to be reliable. Flinn Scientific Inc. makes no guarantee of the accuracy or completeness of the data and shall not be liable for any damages relating thereto. The data is offered solely for your consideration, investigation, and verification. Flinn Scientific Inc. assumes no legal responsibility for use or reliance upon this data. FLINN SCIENTIFIC INC. "Your Safer Source for Science Supplies" Need a Chemical Fast? - Order from Flinn flinn@flinnsci.com www.flinnsci.com P.O. Box 219 Batavia IL 60510 (800) 452-1261 Fax (866) 452-1436 PAGE 2 OF 2 © 2002 Flinn Scientific, Inc. All Rights Reserved.