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Oxalic acid.2aq a.r.

CAS 6153-56-6
EC 205-634-3

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Oxalic acid.2aq a.r.
Product Form
Substance
Product Code
CL00.1502
Chemical Name
Oxalic acid.2aq a.r.
Synonyms
dicarboxylic acid C2, dihydrate / dicarboxylic acid, dihydrate / ethanedioic acid, dihydrate / ethanedioic acid, dihydrate / oxalic acid, dihydrate / oxiric acid, dihydrate

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
6153-56-6 Check regulations →
EC Number
205-634-3 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemical

Manufacturers & Suppliers

Chem-Lab nv logo

Chem-Lab nv

manufacturer

Industriezone 'De arend 2', Zedelgem – Belgium

+32 50 288320

https://www.chem-lab.be

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

+32 50 28 83 20

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H312
Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H302
Eye Dam. Cat. 1 H318

GHS Pictograms

GHS05 - Corrosive

GHS05

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

Hazard Statements

H302 + H312 Harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin.
H318 Causes serious eye damage.

Precautionary Statements

P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P313 Get medical advice/attention.

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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
Oxalic acid.2aq a.r. EC: 205-634-3 6153-56-6 100% Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Remove the victim into fresh air. Respiratory problems: consult a doctor/medical service.

Symptoms: No effects known.

Skin contact

Wash immediately with lots of water. Soap may be used. Take victim to a doctor if irritation persists.

Symptoms: Red skin.

Eye contact

Rinse immediately with plenty of water for 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Do not apply (chemical) neutralizing agents without medical advice.

Symptoms: Corrosion of the eye tissue.

Ingestion

Rinse mouth with water. Call Poison Information Centre (www.big.be/antigif.html). Consult a doctor/medical service if you feel unwell. Ingestion of large quantities: immediately to hospital.

Symptoms: Gastrointestinal complaints. Diarrhoea. Feeling of weakness. Headache. Mental confusion. Drunkenness. Slurred speech.

Immediate Medical Attention

Depending on the victim's condition: doctor/hospital. Respiratory problems: consult a doctor/medical service. Take victim to a doctor if irritation persists. Consult a doctor/medical service if you feel unwell. Ingestion of large quantities: immediately to hospital.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Quick-acting ABC powder extinguisher. Class A foam extinguisher. Water (quick-acting extinguisher, reel). Water. Class A foam.

Unsuitable media

Quick-acting BC powder extinguisher. Quick-acting CO2 extinguisher.

Specific hazards

DIRECT FIRE HAZARD: Not easily combustible. In finely divided state: increased fire hazard. INDIRECT FIRE HAZARD: Heating increases the fire hazard. Reactions involving a fire hazard: see "Reactivity Hazard". DIRECT EXPLOSION HAZARD: May form explosive dust-air mixture if dispersed. INDIRECT EXPLOSION HAZARD: Dust cloud can be ignited by a spark. Reactions with explosion hazards: see "Reactivity Hazard".

Instructions

Cool tanks/drums with water spray/remove them into safety.

Firefighter Protection

Heat/fire exposure: self-contained breathing apparatus (EN 136 + EN 137).

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Mark the danger area. Prevent dust cloud formation. No naked flames. Wash contaminated clothes. In case of hazardous reactions: keep upwind. In case of reactivity hazard: consider evacuation. In case of dust production: keep upwind. Dust production: have neighbourhood close doors and windows.

Environmental

No additional information available

Cleanup methods

Prevent dispersion by covering with dry sand/earth. Scoop solid spill into closing containers. Powdered: do not use compressed air for pumping over spills. Clean contaminated surfaces with an excess of water. Wash clothing and equipment after handling.

Materials: dry sand/earth

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Avoid raising dust. Keep away from naked flames/heat. In finely divided state: use spark-explosionproof appliances. Finely divided: keep away from ignition sources/sparks. Measure the concentration in the air regularly. Carry operations in the open/under local exhaust/ventilation or with respiratory protection. Comply with the legal requirements. Remove contaminated clothing immediately. Clean contaminated clothing. Thoroughly clean/dry the installation before use. Powdered form: no compressed air for pumping over. Keep container tightly closed.

Storage

Store in a dry area. Store in a dark area. Keep container in a well-ventilated place. Meet the legal requirements.

Hygiene

Observe normal hygiene standards.

Fire prevention

KEEP SUBSTANCE AWAY FROM: heat sources. ignition sources.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Hands

Gloves

Eyes

Face shield (EN 166). In case of dust production: protective goggles (EN 166)

Respiratory

Dust production: dust mask with filter type P2. On heating: full face mask

Skin/Body

Protective clothing (EN 14605 or EN 13034). In case of dust production: head/neck protection. In case of dust production: dustproof clothing (EN 13982). Materials for protective clothing: Good resistance: neoprene (chloroprene rubber). Nitrile rubber. Polyvinylchloride (PVC)

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
Crystalline solid.
Colour
Colourless to white.
Colour Intensity
---
Form
---
Odor
Odourless.
Odor Threshold
Not available
Ph
1 (13 %)
Melting Point
Not applicable (decomposes)
Boiling Point
Not applicable
Flash Point
Not applicable
Freezing Point
Not available
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
---
Vapor Pressure
< 0.1 hPa (25 °C)
Vapor Density
---
Relative Density
1.9 (25 °C, Anhydrous form, Calculated)
Bulk Density
---
Density
1900 kg/m³ (25 °C, Anhydrous form, OECD 108: Complex Formation Ability in Water)
Flammability
Not available
Upper Explosive Limit
Not applicable
Lower Explosive Limit
Not applicable
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
> 400 °C (1013 hPa, Equivalent or similar to EU Method A.16, T2)
Decomposition Temperature
98 – 100 °C (Loss of water, Equivalent or similar to OECD 102, 1013 hPa)
Solubility
Soluble in water. Soluble in ethanol. Water: 10.8 g/100ml (25 °C, Calculated) Ethanol: 40 g/100ml
Partition Coefficient
-1.7 (Anhydrous form, Experimental value, OECD 107: Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Shake Flask Method, 23 °C)
Solubility In Water
---
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
126.07 g/mol
Voc Content
0 %
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Kinematic Viscosity
Not applicable
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Hygroscopic.

Reactivity

Reacts violently with (strong) oxidizers. Reacts violently with alkali metals, mercury and furfuryl alcohol. Reacts with silver.

Hazardous reactions

No additional information available

Avoid

No additional information available

Incompatible

No additional information available

Decomposition

No additional information available

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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

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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 Oxalic acid.2aq a.r. known by?

Oxalic acid.2aq a.r. is also known as: dicarboxylic acid C2, dihydrate / dicarboxylic acid, dihydrate / ethanedioic acid, dihydrate / ethanedioic acid, dihydrate / oxalic acid, dihydrate / oxiric acid, dihydrate

What is the hazard signal word for Oxalic acid.2aq a.r.?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Oxalic acid.2aq a.r.?

Oxalic acid.2aq a.r. is a solid appearing as crystalline solid. with colourless to white. color. It has odourless. odor.

What is the solubility of Oxalic acid.2aq a.r.?

Soluble in water. Soluble in ethanol. Water: 10.8 g/100ml (25 °C, Calculated) Ethanol: 40 g/100ml

What is Oxalic acid.2aq a.r. used for?

Laboratory chemical

What are the hazard statements for Oxalic acid.2aq a.r.?

This substance has 2 hazard statements:

  • H302 + H312: Harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin.
  • H318: Causes serious eye damage.

What is the melting point of Oxalic acid.2aq a.r.?

The melting point is Not applicable (decomposes) and the boiling point is Not applicable.