MSDS Name:   Iron (III) Ammonium Citrate
Synonym:   Ferric Ammonium Citrate, Citric Acid Ammonium Iron (3+) Salt.
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**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****

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| CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 1185-57-5 |FERRIC AMMONIUM CITRATE | 100 | 214-686-6 |
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Hazard Symbols: None Listed.
Risk Phrases: None Listed.

**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Not available.

Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause irritation, pain, blurred vision, and possible burns.
Skin:
May cause skin irritation.
Ingestion:
May cause irritation of the digestive tract. Inorganic iron
compounds may cause gastrointestinal irritation and damage,
vomiting, pulmonary edema, convulsions, rapid heart beat and low
blood pressure. Ingestion of iron compounds may cause hemorrhage and
necrosis of the stomach with shock, severe diarrhea, and possible
coma.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic:
No information found.

**** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****

Eyes:
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid
immediately.
Skin:
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at
least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash
clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical
aid immediately.
Inhalation:
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air
immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If
breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Notes to Physician:
Antidote:
The use of Deferoxamine as a chelating agent should be determined
only by qualified medical personnel.

**** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ****

General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases
may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion.
Extinguishing Media:
Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam.

**** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****

General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective
Equipment section. Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for
disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation.

**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****

Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and
wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust
generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and
clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
Storage:
Do not store in direct sunlight. Store in a tightly closed
container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from
incompatible substances. Keep containers tightly closed.

**** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****

Engineering Controls:
Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Personal Protective Equipment

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.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin
exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin
exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR
1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a
NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator
when necessary.

**** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****

Physical State: Solid
Appearance: yellow, green or red-brown
Odor: none reported
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Decomposes.
Freezing/Melting Point: Decomposes.
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature: Not available.
Solubility in water: Soluble.
Specific Gravity/Density: 1.8 @ 20C
Molecular Formula: C6H8O7.xFe.xH4N
Molecular Weight: 192.0518

**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****

Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, light, dust generation, excess heat.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents - light.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Ammonia.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.

**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****

RTECS#:
CAS# 1185-57-5: GE7540000
LD50/LC50:
Not available.
Carcinogenicity:
FERRIC AMMONIUM CITRATE -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA.
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.

**** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****

Other
No information available.

**** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****

Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.

**** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****

IATA
No information available.
IMO
No information available.
RID/ADR
No information available.

**** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****

European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: Not available.
Risk Phrases:
Safety Phrases:
S 24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 1185-57-5: No information available.
United Kingdom Occupational Exposure Limits

Canada
CAS# 1185-57-5 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 1185-57-5 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 1185-57-5: OEL-DENMARK:TWA 1 mg(Fe)/m3 JANUARY 1993
OEL-FINLAND:TWA 1 mg(Fe)/m3 JANUARY 1993
OEL-THE NETHERLANDS:TWA 1 mg(Fe)/m3 JANUARY 1993
OEL-SWITZERLAND:TWA 1 mg(Fe)/m3 JANUARY 1993
OEL-UNITED KINGDOM:TWA 1 mg(Fe)/m3;STEL 2 mg(Fe)/m3 JANUARY 1993
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 1185-57-5 is listed on the TSCA inventory.

**** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****

MSDS Creation Date: 11/08/2001 Revision #1 Date: 11/08/2001

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