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tri-Sodium citrate dihydrate

CAS 6132-04-3
EC 200-675-3

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
tri-Sodium citrate dihydrate
Product Code
S/3320/70, S/3320/65, S/3320/60, S/3320/53
Chemical Name
tri-Sodium citrate dihydrate
Synonyms
2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic Acid Trisodium Salt.

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
6132-04-3 Check regulations →
EC Number
200-675-3 Check regulations →
REACH No.
01-2119457027-40

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals. Sector of use: SU3 - Industrial uses: Uses of substances as such or in preparations at industrial sites. Product category: PC21 - Laboratory chemicals. Process categories: PROC15 - Use as a laboratory reagent. Environmental release category: ERC6a - Industrial use resulting in manufacture of another substance (use of intermediates)

Uses advised against

No Information available

Manufacturers & Suppliers

F

Fisher Scientific UK

national supplier

Bishop Meadow Road, Loughborough, Leicestershire LE11 5RG, United Kingdom

T

Thermo Fisher Scientific

distributor

Janssen Pharmaceuticalaan 3a, 2440 Geel, Belgium

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

01509 231166

Chemtrec US

(800) 424-9300

Chemtrec EU

001-703-527-3887

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified no signal word

Hazard Classifications

Not Classified

GHS Pictograms

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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
Citrate, sodium, dihydrate EC: 200-675-3 6132-04-3 95% No
Sodium citrate EC: 200-675-3 68-04-2 --- No

REACH registration number 01-2119457027-40 (for the anhydrous form) Full text of Hazard Statements: see section 16

04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Remove to fresh air. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur. If not breathing, give artificial respiration.

Skin contact

Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If skin irritation persists, call a physician.

Eye contact

Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention if symptoms occur.

Ingestion

Do NOT induce vomiting. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur.

Immediate Medical Attention

Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur.

Medical Treatment

Treat symptomatically.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Water spray, carbon dioxide (CO2), dry chemical, alcohol-resistant foam.

Unsuitable media

No information available.

Specific hazards

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

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. Avoid dust formation. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use personal protective equipment as required.

Environmental

No special environmental precautions required. See Section 12 for additional Ecological Information.

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

Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.

Storage

Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place.

Hygiene

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Remove and wash contaminated clothing and gloves, including the inside, before re-use. Wash hands before breaks and after work.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location.

Hands

Protective gloves. Glove material: Nitrile rubber, Neoprene. Breakthrough time: See manufacturers recommendations. EU standard: EN 374.

Eyes

Wear safety glasses with side shields (or goggles) (European standard - EN 166)

Respiratory

No protective equipment is needed under normal use conditions. Large scale/emergency use: Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 136 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced. Recommended Filter type: Particle filter. Small scale/Laboratory use: Maintain adequate ventilation. No personal respiratory protective equipment normally required.

Skin/Body

Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to prevent skin exposure.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Physical State
Solid
Physical State Data
solid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
White
Colour
---
Colour Intensity
---
Form
---
Odor
Odorless
Odor Threshold
No data available
Ph
8.4 @ 20°C (5% aq. solution)
Melting Point
>300 °C / 572 °F
Boiling Point
No information available
Flash Point
No information available
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
No data available
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
Not applicable - Solid
Vapor Pressure
No data available
Vapor Density
Not applicable
Relative Density
---
Bulk Density
---
Density
---
Flammability
No information available
Upper Explosive Limit
---
Lower Explosive Limit
---
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
500 °C / 932 °F
Decomposition Temperature
>230°C
Solubility
---
Partition Coefficient
---
Solubility In Water
770 g/L (25°C)
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
294.09
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under normal conditions.

Reactivity

None known, based on information available

Hazardous reactions

Hazardous polymerization does not occur. None under normal processing.

Avoid

Incompatible products. Excess heat. Avoid dust formation.

Incompatible

Strong oxidizing agents. Strong reducing agents. Acids. Bases.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide (CO). Carbon dioxide (CO₂). Sodium oxides.

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

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 other names is tri-Sodium citrate dihydrate known by?

tri-Sodium citrate dihydrate is also known as: 2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic Acid Trisodium Salt.

What is the hazard signal word for tri-Sodium citrate dihydrate?

The signal word is no signal word.

What is the physical form of tri-Sodium citrate dihydrate?

tri-Sodium citrate dihydrate is a solid appearing as white . It has odorless odor.

What is tri-Sodium citrate dihydrate used for?

Laboratory chemicals. Sector of use: SU3 - Industrial uses: Uses of substances as such or in preparations at industrial sites. Product category: PC21 - Laboratory chemicals. Process categories: PROC15 - Use as a laboratory reagent. Environmental release category: ERC6a - Industrial use resulting in manufacture of another substance (use of intermediates)

What is the melting point of tri-Sodium citrate dihydrate?

The melting point is >300 °C / 572 °F and the boiling point is No information available.