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Product Name: Ferric Ammonium Citrate
Chemical Formula: C6H8FeNO7 x nH2O
Synonyms: Ammonium ferric citrate
Product Use: Food additive, photography, water treatment, laboratory reagent
Manufacturer Details: Contact information and address typically printed on the original container; supplier emergency phone number available on request
CAS Number: 1185-57-5
EC Number: 214-686-6
GHS Classification: Not classified as a hazardous substance by GHS criteria in solid form
Signal Word: None
Hazard Statements: May cause mild skin and eye irritation, may affect those with iron sensitivities
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust, wash hands thoroughly after handling, wear protective gloves, protect eyes
Physical Hazards: Low risk, but can cause irritation as dust
Health Hazards: Ingestion can lead to iron poisoning in large amounts, symptoms include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
Chemical Name: Ferric Ammonium Citrate
Common Name: Iron(III) ammonium citrate
Concentration: 100% (if pure)
CAS Number: 1185-57-5
Impurities: Very low, typically trace metals
Formula: Varies slightly based on degree of hydration and ferric/ferrous ratio
Inhalation: Move the person to fresh air, seek medical attention if symptoms develop
Skin Contact: Wash immediately with plenty of soap and water, remove contaminated clothing; get medical attention if irritation occurs
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present and easy to do so, continue rinsing, seek medical attention for persistent discomfort
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, seek immediate medical attention, avoid inducing vomiting unless directed by medical personnel
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, foam, carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: None known
Hazards from Combustion: Decomposition releases toxic and irritating fumes, including oxides of nitrogen, iron oxides
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Full protective clothing, self-contained breathing apparatus
Special Procedures: Prevent runoff from entering drains; collect contaminated water separately
Personal Precautions: Avoid dust generation, wear appropriate protective equipment, ensure adequate ventilation
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into watercourses, drains, and soil
Methods for Clean-Up: Sweep up without generating dust, place in suitable container for disposal, wash site with water after material pickup is complete
Precautions for Safe Handling: Avoid contact with skin and eyes, avoid generating dust, use with local exhaust ventilation
Conditions for Safe Storage: Store in tightly closed containers, keep in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place, protect from moisture and incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizers
Incompatibility: Strong oxidizing agents, reducing agents, acids and bases
Exposure Limits: No established occupational exposure limits for the compound
Engineering Controls: Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels low
Personal Protective Equipment: Protective gloves, protective clothing, safety goggles or face shield, approved dust respirator if dust levels are high
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands before breaks and after handling; do not eat, drink, or smoke while working with this compound
Appearance: Dark red or brown granular solid or powder
Odor: Odorless
pH (1% solution): 6.5–8.0
Melting Point: Decomposes on heating
Solubility: Soluble in water, forming mildly acidic solutions
Density: 1.6–1.8 g/cm³
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes)
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable
Partition Coefficient: Not available
Other Data: Hygroscopic, loses water on exposure to air
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions
Reactivity: May react with strong oxidizers and strong acids
Conditions to Avoid: Excess heat, moisture, dust formation
Incompatible Materials: Strong reducing agents, oxidizers, acids, bases
Decomposition Products: Toxic gases including ammonia, iron oxides, nitrogen oxides, and carbon oxides on thermal decomposition
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin and eye contact
Acute Toxicity: Low toxicity in typical laboratory or industrial handling but ingestion of large amounts can be harmful due to iron content
Symptoms: Ingestion can lead to abdominal pain, diarrhea, vomiting, gastroenteritis, circulatory collapse in severe cases
Chronic Effects: Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause iron accumulation and complications; not recognized as a carcinogen or mutagen
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Mild irritation
Eye Damage/Irritation: Mild irritation possible
Aquatic Toxicity: Not classified as hazardous to aquatic environments, but large spills may raise iron concentrations
Mobility in Soil: High solubility, may migrate in soil
Persistence and Degradability: Iron-based salts are persistent
Bioaccumulative Potential: Not likely, iron is naturally present in the environment
Other Harmful Effects: Excessive concentrations in water can affect aquatic plants and animals due to increased iron levels
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national, and international regulations
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse containers and offer for recycling or dispose of in landfill where permitted
Special Precautions: Prevent large quantities from entering watercourses
UN Number: Not regulated for transport by land, sea, or air
Proper Shipping Name: Ferric Ammonium Citrate
Packing Group: Not assigned
Hazard Class: Not classified
Special Precautions for User: Avoid spillage and formation of dust
Environmental Hazards: Avoid substantial release to the environment
Safety, Health and Environmental Regulations: Listed in most international chemical inventories (TSCA, EINECS/ELINCS, DSL/NDSL)
Regulatory Status: Not classified as dangerous under EU, US OSHA, or UN GHS for transport or handling
Additional Notes: Subject to workplace exposure controls in some regions based on iron content; status as a food additive regulated by FDA in the U.S.
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