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Cadmium

CAS 7440-43-9

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Cadmium
Product Code
C3-500

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
7440-43-9 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals.

Uses advised against

Food, drug, pesticide or biocidal product use.

Manufacturers & Suppliers

F

Fisher Scientific Company

manufacturer

One Reagent Lane, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410

(201) 796-7100

Emergency Contacts

CHEMTREC®

800-424-9300

CHEMTREC®

001-703-527-3887

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Sol. Cat. 2
Acute Tox. Cat. 4
Acute Tox. Cat. 4
Acute Tox. Cat. 2
Muta. Cat. 2
Carc. Cat. 1A
Repr. Cat. 2
STOT SE Cat. 3
STOT RE Cat. 1

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

GHS06 - Acute toxicity

GHS06

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

Hazard Statements

H228 Flammable solid
H302 Harmful if swallowed
H312 Harmful in contact with skin
H330 Fatal if inhaled
H335 May cause respiratory irritation
H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects
H350i May cause cancer
H361fd Suspected of damaging fertility. Suspected of damaging the unborn child
H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
May form combustible dust concentrations in air

Precautionary Statements

P201 Obtain special instructions before use
P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood
P240 Ground and bond container and receiving equipment
P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment
P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
P301 + P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water
P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing
P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical attention/advice
P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor
P312 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell
P330 Rinse mouth
P362 + P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse
P374 Fight fire with normal precautions from a reasonable distance
P380 Evacuate area
P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
P405 Store locked up
P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Cadmium 7440-43-9 100% No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Do not use mouth-to-mouth method if victim ingested or inhaled the substance; give artificial respiration with the aid of a pocket mask equipped with a one-way valve or other proper respiratory medical device. Immediate medical attention is required.

Skin contact

Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Immediate medical attention is required.

Eye contact

Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. In the case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.

Ingestion

Do NOT induce vomiting. Call a physician or poison control center immediately.

Immediate Medical Attention

Immediate medical attention is required.

Medical Treatment

Treat symptomatically

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Unsuitable media

No information available

Specific hazards

Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and vapors. Fine dust dispersed in air may ignite. Dust can form an explosive mixture with air. Pyrophoric properties of solids and liquids.

Firefighter Protection

As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Ensure adequate ventilation. Use personal protective equipment as required. Avoid dust formation. Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak. Evacuate personnel to safe areas.

Environmental

Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system. Do not allow material to contaminate ground water system. Prevent product from entering drains. Local authorities should be advised if significant spillages cannot be contained.

Cleanup methods

Sweep up and shovel into suitable containers for disposal.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Wear personal protective equipment/face protection. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Avoid dust formation. Use only under a chemical fume hood. Do not breathe (dust, vapor, mist, gas). Do not ingest. If swallowed then seek immediate medical assistance.

Storage

Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Store under an inert atmosphere.

Hygiene

Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Do not ingest.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Use only under a chemical fume hood. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location.

Hands

Wear appropriate protective gloves

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.

Respiratory

Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced. Recommended Filter type: Particulates filter conforming to EN 143.

Skin/Body

Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Solubility In Fat
---
Freezing Point
---
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Physical State Data
solid
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Flash Point
No data available
Softening Point
No data available
Decomposition Temperature
No data available
Odor Threshold
No information available
Cloud Point
---
Lower Explosive Limit
---
Solubility
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
No data available
Colour
Silver
Odor
Odorless
Crystallisation Point
---
Flammability
No information available
Solidification Point
---
Density
8.64 @ 25°C
Boiling Point
765 °C / 1409 °F
Vapor Pressure
No information available
Explosive Limits
---
Appearance
Silver
Relative Density
---
Evaporation Rate
Not applicable - Solid
Melting Point
321 °C / 609.8 °F
Vapor Density
Not applicable
Physical State
Solid
Bulk Density
No data available
Upper Explosive Limit
---
Molecular Weight
112.40
Ph
No information available
Voc Content
---
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Form
---
Properties Status
---
Partition Coefficient
---
Colour Intensity
---
Solubility In Water
No information available
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Reactivity

None known, based on information available

Hazardous reactions

None under normal processing. Hazardous polymerization does not occur.

Avoid

Incompatible products. Excess heat. Avoid dust formation. Exposure to air or moisture over prolonged periods.

Incompatible

Strong oxidizing agents, Strong acids, Sulfur oxides

Decomposition

Toxic fumes

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

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

14

Transport Information

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

UN Number
UN2930
Shipping Name
Toxic solid, flammable, organic, n.o.s.
Transport Class
6.1
Packing Group
I
15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Cadmium?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Cadmium?

Cadmium is a solid appearing as silver with silver color. It has odorless odor.

What is Cadmium used for?

Laboratory chemicals.

What are the hazard statements for Cadmium?

This substance has 10 hazard statements:

  • H228: Flammable solid
  • H302: Harmful if swallowed
  • H312: Harmful in contact with skin
  • H330: Fatal if inhaled
  • H335: May cause respiratory irritation
  • H341: Suspected of causing genetic defects
  • H350i: May cause cancer
  • H361fd: Suspected of damaging fertility. Suspected of damaging the unborn child
  • H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
  • May form combustible dust concentrations in air

What is the melting point of Cadmium?

The melting point is 321 °C / 609.8 °F and the boiling point is 765 °C / 1409 °F.