3444-17-5

Synonym:2-Ethylhexanoic acid, chromium salt

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Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
IngredientCAS NumberPercentACGIH (TWA)OSHA (PEL)
Title Compound3444-17-570%0.5mg/m3(as Cr)0.5mg/m3(as Cr)
petroleum distilates64742-46-730%no datano data

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Section 3: Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview:Irritating to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract.
Primary Routes of Exposure:Ingestion, inhalation, skin, eyes.
Eye Contact:Causes moderate irritation of the eyes.
Skin Contact:Causes slight to mild irritation of the skin.
Inhalation:Irritating to the nose, mucous membranes and respiratory tract.
Ingestion:Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal distress, dizziness, weakness and drowsiness.
Acute Health Affects:Irritating to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract.
Chronic Health Affects:Chromium (III) salts have acted as tumorigens and mutagens in animal studies.
NTP:Yes
IARC:Yes
OSHA:No

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SECTION 4: First Aid Measures
Immediately flush the eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 10-15 minutes. A victim may need
Eye Exposure:
assistance in keeping their eye lids open. Get immediate medical attention.
Wash the affected area with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothes if necessary. Seek medical
Skin Exposure:
assistance if irritation persists.
Remove the victim to fresh air. Closely monitor the victim for signs of respiratory problems, such as difficulty
Inhalation:
in breathing, coughing, wheezing, or pain. In such cases seek immediate medical assistance.
Seek medical attention immediately. Keep the victim calm. Give the victim water (only if conscious). Do not
Ingestion:
induce vomiting as serious lung damage may result if aspirated.

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SECTION 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point:230°F
Autoignition Temperature:none
Explosion Limits:none
Extinguishing Medium:carbon dioxide, dry powder or foam
Combustible. If involved in a fire, fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH approved positive pressure
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:
self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
Hazardous Combustion andCombustible. If involved in a fire this material may emit toxic organic fumes.
Decomposion Products:
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: No unusual fire or explosion hazards.

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SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures
Spill and Leak Procedures:Small spills can be mixed with vermiculite or sodium carbonate and swept up.

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SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Handling and Storage:Store in a tightly sealed container and store in a cool place.

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SECTION 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
Eye Protection:Always wear approved safety glasses when handling a chemical substance in the laboratory.
Skin Protection:Wear protective clothing and gloves.
Ventilation:If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
If ventilation is not available a respirator should be worn. The use of respirators requires a Respirator
Respirator:
Protection Program to be in compliance with 29 CFR 1910.134.
Ventilation:If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
Additional Protection:No additional protection required.

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SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Color and Form:green, viscous liq.
Molecular Weight:481.62
Melting Point:no data
Boiling Point:no data
Vapor Pressure:not applicable
Specific Gravity:1.01
Odor:organic odor
Solubility in Water:insoluble

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SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability:air and moisture stable liquid
Hazardous Polymerization:no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid:none
Incompatibility:oxidizing agents
Decomposition Products:Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, organic vapors, and metal oxides

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SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
No specific information available for title compound. For mineral spirits: Oral (rat); LD50: >34600mg/kg.
RTECS Data:Inhalation (rat); LC50: >21400mg/m3/4H. Intraperitoneal (rat); LDLo: 8560mg/kg. Administration onto the
skin (rabbit); LD50: 15400mg/kg.
Carcinogenic Effects:No data available
Mutagenic Effects:No data available
Tetratogenic Effects:No data available

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SECTION 12: Ecological Information
Ecological Information:No information available

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SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations
Disposal:Dispose of according to local, state and federal regulations.

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SECTION 14: Transportation
Shipping Name (CFR):Non-hazardous
Hazard Class (CFR):NA
Additional Hazard Class (CFR):NA
Packaging Group (CFR):NA
UN ID Number (CFR):NA
Shipping Name (IATA):Non-hazardous
Hazard Class (IATA):NA
Additional Hazard Class (IATA):NA
Packaging Group (IATA):NA
UN ID Number (IATA):NA

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SECTION 15: Regulatory Information
TSCA:Listed in the TSCA inventory.
SARA (Title 313):Title compound: See Category Code N090 for reporting.
Second Ingredient:none

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SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
N/A