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Orthophosphoric acid, 85% w/w solution in water

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Orthophosphoric acid, 85% w/w solution in water
Product Code
33266

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A

Manufacturers & Suppliers

Alfa Aesar, A Johnson Matthey Company logo

Alfa Aesar, A Johnson Matthey Company

manufacturer

30 Bond Street, Ward Hill, MA 01835-8099

http://www.alfa.com

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Johnson Matthey Catalog Company, Inc.

manufacturer

30 Bond Street, Ward Hill, MA 01835-8099

Emergency Contacts

Health, Safety and Environmental Department

(978) 521-6300

During normal hours

CHEMTREC

(800) 424-9300

After normal hours

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Skin Corr. Cat. 1B

GHS Pictograms

GHS05 - Corrosive

GHS05

Hazard Statements

H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

Precautionary Statements

P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P264 Wash thoroughly after handling.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P301 + P330 + P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.
P304 + P341 IF INHALED: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
P321 Specific treatment (see label).
P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
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 mixture
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Orthophosphoric acid EC: 231-633-2 7664-38-2 85% No
Water 7732-18-5 15% 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

Seek immediate medical advice.

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

In case of fire, the following can be released: Phosphorus oxides

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.

Environmental

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

Cleanup methods

Absorb with liquid-binding material. Use neutralizing agent.

Materials: sand, diatomite, acid binders, universal binders, sawdust

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Keep container tightly sealed. Ensure good ventilation at the workplace.

Storage

Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers.

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

Check protective gloves prior to each use for their proper condition. Impervious gloves. The selection of suitable gloves not only depends on the material, but also on quality. Quality will vary from manufacturer to manufacturer.

Eyes

Safety glasses, Tightly sealed goggles, Full face protection

Respiratory

Use suitable respirator when high concentrations are present.

Skin/Body

Protective work clothing.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Physical State
Liquid
Physical State Data
liquid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
---
Colour
Colorless
Colour Intensity
---
Form
Liquid
Odor
Odorless
Odor Threshold
---
Ph
---
Melting Point
Not determined
Boiling Point
130-158°C (266-316°F)
Flash Point
Not determined
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
---
Vapor Pressure
Not determined
Vapor Density
---
Relative Density
---
Bulk Density
---
Density
1.7 g/cm³
Flammability
---
Upper Explosive Limit
Not determined
Lower Explosive Limit
Not determined
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
Not determined
Decomposition Temperature
Not determined
Solubility
Fully miscible
Partition Coefficient
---
Solubility In Water
Fully miscible
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
---
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Decomposition will not occur if used and stored according to specifications.

Hazardous reactions

No dangerous reactions known

Avoid

Decomposition will not occur if used and stored according to specifications.

Incompatible

Oxidizing agents, Bases

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide, Phosphorus oxides (e.g. P2O5)

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

Disposal

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

14

Transport Information

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

UN Number
1805
Shipping Name
PHOSPHORIC ACID, SOLUTION
Transport Class
8
Packing Group
III
15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Orthophosphoric acid, 85% w/w solution in water?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Orthophosphoric acid, 85% w/w solution in water?

Orthophosphoric acid, 85% w/w solution in water is a liquid with colorless color. It has odorless odor.

What is the solubility of Orthophosphoric acid, 85% w/w solution in water?

Fully miscible

What are the hazard statements for Orthophosphoric acid, 85% w/w solution in water?

This substance has 1 hazard statement:

  • H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

What is the melting point of Orthophosphoric acid, 85% w/w solution in water?

The melting point is Not determined and the boiling point is 130-158°C (266-316°F).