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Safety Data Sheet EN

Cadmium chloride, anhydrous

CAS 10108-64-2
EC 233-296-7

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Cadmium chloride, anhydrous
Product Code
11860
Chemical Name
Cadmium chloride, anhydrous

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
10108-64-2 Check regulations →
EC Number
233-296-7 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

SU24 Scientific research and development

Manufacturers & Suppliers

Alfa Aesar logo

Alfa Aesar

manufacturer

30 Bond Street, Ward Hill, MA 01835-8099

http://www.alfa.com

Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc. logo

Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc.

manufacturer

30 Bond Street, Ward Hill, MA 01835-8099

http://www.alfa.com

Emergency Contacts

Alfa Aesar

(800) 343-0660

Monday-Friday, 8am-7pm EST

Carechem 24

(866) 928-0789

After normal business hours

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. Cat. 3 H301
Acute Tox. Cat. 2 H330
Muta. Cat. 1B H340
Carc. Cat. 1B H350
Repr. Cat. 1B H360
STOT RE Cat. 1 H372

GHS Pictograms

GHS06 - Acute toxicity

GHS06

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

Hazard Statements

H301 Toxic if swallowed.
H330 Fatal if inhaled.
H340 May cause genetic defects.
H350 May cause cancer.
H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child.
H372 Causes damage to the lung, the kidneys, the liver, the heart, the digestive system, the blood, the brain, the endocrine system and the musculoskeletal through prolonged or repeated exposure. Route of exposure: Oral, Inhalative.

Precautionary Statements

P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P284 [In case of inadequate ventilation] wear respiratory protection.
P301 + P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor/...
P320 Specific treatment is urgent (see on this label).
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance

Substances

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Cadmium chloride, anhydrous EC: 233-296-7 10108-64-2 --- No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm. Seek immediate medical advice.

Skin contact

Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. Seek immediate medical advice.

Eye contact

Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor.

Ingestion

Do not induce vomiting; immediately call for medical help.

Immediate Medical Attention

Seek immediate medical advice.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Product is not flammable. Use fire-fighting measures that suit the surrounding fire.

Specific hazards

If this product is involved in a fire, the following can be released: Hydrogen chloride (HCl), Cadmium oxide

Firefighter Protection

Wear self-contained respirator. Wear fully protective impervious suit.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away. Ensure adequate ventilation

Environmental

Do not allow material to be released to the environment without proper governmental permits.

Cleanup methods

Dispose of contaminated material as waste according to section 13.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Handle under dry protective gas. Keep container tightly sealed. Open and handle container with care.

Storage

Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers. Store under dry inert gas. This product is hygroscopic. Protect from humidity and water.

Fire prevention

The product is not flammable

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Properly operating chemical fume hood designed for hazardous chemicals and having an average face velocity of at least 100 feet per minute.

Hands

Impervious gloves. Check protective gloves prior to each use for their proper condition. The selection of suitable gloves not only depends on the material, but also on quality. Quality will vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. Material of gloves: Butyl rubber, BR. Penetration time of glove material (in minutes): Not determined

Eyes

Safety glasses

Respiratory

Use self-contained respiratory protective device in emergency situations. Recommended filter device for short term use: Use a respirator with type P100 (USA) or P3 (EN 143) cartridges as a backup to engineering controls. Risk assessment should be performed to determine if air-purifying respirators are appropriate. Only use equipment tested and approved under appropriate government standards.

Skin/Body

Protective work clothing.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Physical State
Various forms (powder/flake/crystalline/beads, etc.)
Physical State Data
solid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
---
Colour
White
Colour Intensity
---
Form
Various forms (powder/flake/crystalline/beads, etc.)
Odor
Odorless
Odor Threshold
Not determined.
Ph
Not applicable.
Melting Point
568 °C (1054 °F)
Boiling Point
960 °C (1760 °F)
Flash Point
---
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
Not applicable.
Vapor Pressure
0.0000013 hPa
Vapor Density
Not applicable.
Relative Density
Not determined.
Bulk Density
---
Density
4.047 g/cm³ (33.772 lbs/gal)
Flammability
Not determined.
Upper Explosive Limit
Not determined
Lower Explosive Limit
Not determined
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
Not determined
Decomposition Temperature
Not determined
Solubility
---
Partition Coefficient
Not determined.
Solubility In Water
Soluble
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
---
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
Not applicable.
Kinematic Viscosity
Not applicable.
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Reactivity

No information known.

Hazardous reactions

Reacts with strong oxidizing agents

Avoid

No further relevant information available.

Incompatible

Water/moisture, Oxidizing agents

Decomposition

Hydrogen chloride (HCl), Cadmium oxide

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

Treatment

Consult state, local or national regulations to ensure proper disposal.

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
UN2570
Shipping Name
Cadmium compounds (Cadmium chloride, ultra dry)
Transport Class
6.1
Packing Group
III
ADR

Warning: Toxic substances

IMDG

Warning: Toxic substances

IATA

Warning: Toxic substances

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

Chemical Safety Assessment Not performed
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Cadmium chloride, anhydrous?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Cadmium chloride, anhydrous?

Cadmium chloride, anhydrous is a various forms (powder/flake/crystalline/beads, etc.) with white color. It has odorless odor.

What is Cadmium chloride, anhydrous used for?

SU24 Scientific research and development

What are the hazard statements for Cadmium chloride, anhydrous?

This substance has 6 hazard statements:

  • H301: Toxic if swallowed.
  • H330: Fatal if inhaled.
  • H340: May cause genetic defects.
  • H350: May cause cancer.
  • H360: May damage fertility or the unborn child.
  • H372: Causes damage to the lung, the kidneys, the liver, the heart, the digestive system, the blood, the brain, the endocrine system and the musculoskeletal through prolonged or repeated exposure. Route of exposure: Oral, Inhalative.

What is the melting point of Cadmium chloride, anhydrous?

The melting point is 568 °C (1054 °F) and the boiling point is 960 °C (1760 °F).