Version 1Last reviewed 15 August 2023Catalogue: C210
1. Identification
Product Identifiers
Product Name
Bismuth Carbonate
Other Names
Bismuth carbonate, basic; bismuth oxycarbonate
Product Number(s)
C210
CAS Number
5892-10-4
Recommended use of the chemical and restriction on use
Laboratory use.
For staining synapses.
Company Details
ProSciTech Pty Ltd 11 Carlton Street KIRWAN QLD 4817 Australia (07) 4773 9444 pst@proscitech.com proscitech.com.au
Emergency Contact Details
ProSciTech Pty Ltd 11 Carlton Street KIRWAN QLD 4817 Australia (07) 4773 9444 pst@proscitech.com proscitech.com.au
2. Hazards Identification
Classification of the substance or mixture
The substance is not classified according to the Globally Harmonised System (GHS).
Label Elements
Signal Words
Danger
Hazard Statement(s)
Not available.
Precautionary Statement(s)
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
Primary route(s) of entry
Not available.
Human Health
Inhalation
Not available.
Ingestion
Not available.
Eyes
Not available.
Skin
Not available.
Environment
Not available.
3. Composition / Information on Ingredients
Name
CAS No.
Content (w/w)
Classification
Bismuth Carbonate, Basic, Purified
5892-10-4
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4. First Aid Measures
Ingestion
If symptoms persist consult doctor.
Inhalation
Supply fresh air; consult doctor in case of complaints.
Skin Contact
Generally the product does not irritate the skin.
Eye Contact
Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water.
Other Information
No further relevant information available.
5. Firefighting Measures
Suitable extinguishing equipment
Fire
Use fire extinguishing methods suitable to surrounding conditions. CO₂, powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam.
HAZCHEM
No further relevant information available.
Special protective equipment and precautions for fire fighters
No special measures required.
6. Accidental Release Measures
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Not required.
Environmental precautions
Do not allow to enter sewers/ surface or ground water.
Methods and materials for containment and clean up
Absorb with liquid-binding material (sand, diatomite, acid binders, universal binders, sawdust).
7. Handling and Storage
Precautions for safe handling
No special measures required.
Conditions for safe storage
No special requirements.
8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Exposure Standards
Engineering controls
The usual precautionary measures are to be adhered to when handling chemicals.
Personal protective equipment
Eye and face protection
Goggles recommended during refilling.
Skin protection
Protection of hands:
The glove material has to be impermeable and resistant to the product/ the substance/ the preparation.
Due to missing tests no recommendation to the glove material can be given for the product/ the preparation/ the chemical mixture.
Selection of the glove material on consideration of the penetration times, rates of diffusion and the degradation
Material of gloves
The selection of the suitable gloves does not only depend on the material, but also on further marks of quality and varies from manufacturer to manufacturer.
Penetration time of glove material
The exact break through time has to be found out by the manufacturer of the protective gloves and has to be observed.
Body protection
The usual precautionary measures are to be adhered to when handling chemicals.
Respiratory protection
Not required.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
General information
Appearance
Light yellow powder.
Odour
Odourless
pH
Not determined.
Vapour Pressure
Not determined.
Density
6.86 g/cm³
Boiling Point
Undetermined.
Melting Point
Undetermined.
Solubility
Not miscible or difficult to mix with water.
Specific Gravity of Density
Not determined.
Flash Point
Not applicable.
Flammable (Explosive) Limits
Not determined.
Ignition Temperature
Not determined.
Formula
Not available.
10. Stability and Reactivity
Reactivity
No further relevant information available.
Chemical stability
No decomposition if used according to specifications.
Possibility of hazardous reactions
No dangerous reactions known.
Conditions to avoid
No further relevant information available.
Incompatible materials
No further relevant information available.
11. Toxicological Information
Acute effects
No further relevant information available.
Eye contact
No irritating effect.
Skin contact
No irritant effect.
Ingestion
No further relevant information available.
Inhalation
No sensitising effects known.
Toxicity and irritation
When used and handled according to specifications, the product does not have any harmful effects to our experience and the information provided to us.
The substance is not subject to classification according to the latest version of the EU lists.
12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity
No further relevant information available.
Persistence and degradability
No further relevant information available.
Bioaccumulative potential
No further relevant information available.
Other adverse effects
Water hazard class 1 (German Regulation) (Self-assessment): slightly hazardous for water.
Do not allow undiluted product or large quantities of it to reach ground water, water course or sewage system.
13. Disposal Considerations
General information
Smaller quantities can be disposed of with household waste.
Uncleaned packaging:
Recommendation: Disposal must be made according to official regulations.
14. Transport Information
ADG label required
HAZCHEM
No further relevant information available.
UN Number
None
Proper shipping name
Not regulated.
Transport hazard class
0
Packing group
None.
Environmental hazard
No information available.
Special precautions for users
No information available.
Additional information
No information available.
15. Regulatory Information
Poisons Schedule Number
Substance is not listed.
Other Information
No further relevant information available.
16. Other Information
SDS preparation date
15 August 2023
Comments
This information is based on our present knowledge. However, this shall not constitute a guarantee for any specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship.