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Tetrabasic Zinc Chloride MSDS

1. Chemical Product and Company Information
Manufacturer: Micronutrients
1550 Research Way
Indianapolis, IN 46231
Company Contact: Ted Moore
Company Telephone: 317-486-5880
Product Name: Micronutrients TBZC
CAS Number: 11073-22-6
Chemical Formula: Zn5 Cl2(OH)8 - H20
MSDS Number: 428
Synonyms: Basic Zinc Chloride
Tetrabasic Zinc Chloride
Zinc Hyrdoxychloride
Zinc Oxychloride
SPECIAL NOTE: AUTHORIZED FOR USE IN ANIMAL FEED ONLY!

2. Composition/Information on Ingredients
Ingredient CAS Number Concentration
Basic Zinc Chloride 11073-22-6 100
(Percentage by weight)

3. Hazards Identification
Eyes: Zinc chloride compounds have been reported as causing eye irritation which may be an allergic reaction.
Skin: Zinc chloride compounds have been reported as causing skin irritation which may be on an allergic basis. Discoloraiton of skin may occur but is not indicative of any illness or injury.
Ingestion: Zinc Chloride may be toxic by ingestion.
Inhalation: Zinc Chloride my be toxic by inhalation.

4. First Aid Measures
Eyes: Flush affected eyes with large amounts of water for at least 20 minutes. Contact an eye doctor if irritation or other problems develop.
Skin: Immediately wash exposed skin with soap and large amounts of water.
Ingestion: Contact Poison Control Center and occupational physician immediately and follow their directions.
Inhalation: Remove person to fresh air immediately. Contact a physician. Perform artificial respiration if necessary.

5. Fire Fighting Measures
Fire and Explosion Hazards: Material is not considered to be combustible. Material may melt with decomposition under fire conditions. Large concentrations of dust may contribute to a flammable or explosive mixture in air.
Extinguishing Media: Fire extinguishing media must be compatible with material that is burning.
Fire Fighting Instructions: Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus must be worn when fighting fires with copper compounds present.

6. Accidental Release Measures
Material is dry powder form. Lightly sweep or vacuum material to collect.

7. Handling and Storage
Handling and Storage Precautions: Store in cool, dry place. Do not allow bags to become wetted or exposed to fire or extreme heat. When opening bags, wear personal protective equipment as indicated when ventilation is not adequate.
Work/Hygienic Practices: Practice good personal hygiene when handling material. Wash thoroughly if skin becomes contaminated. Separately wash soiled clothing as appropriate.

8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls: Local or general area ventilation to keep concentrations of dust below the PEL. Consider engineering controls to collect dust where possible.
Eye/Face Protection: Chemical goggles should be required when opening or handling open bags of this material.
Skin Protection: Work uniforms or coveralls should be worn to prevent dust accumulation on street clothes. PVC gloves should be worn to prevent skin contact with hands when handling this material.
Respiratory Protection: Where adequate ventilation is not available, a NIOSH-approved dust mask or air-purifying respirator with P-100 or N-100 (HEPA) filter cartridge should be worn when opening or handling open bags of this material.
Ingrediet(s) - Exposure Limits: Basic Zinc Chloride
There is no TLV or PEL established specifically for Basic Zinc Chloride. The following are those for Zinc Chloride Fume (CASRN 7646-85-7):

ACGIH 8 hr TLV: 1mg/m3
OSHA 8 hr PEL: 1mg/m3

The following are those for Zinc Oxide Dust (CASRN 1314-13-2) Respirable:

ACGIH 8 hr TLV: 10mg/m3
OSHA 8 hr PEL: 5mg/m3

9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance: Fine, white particulate (typical particle size: 100-400 microns)
Chemical Type: Pure
Physical State: Solid
Specific Gravity: 1.2 - 1.4
Moleculur Weight: 551.89
Packing Density: 35 45 lb/ft3
Solubility: Insoluble in water
pH: 6.9 in water (measured by EPA Method SW846-9045
Material melts with decomposition. Material soluble in ammonium hydroxide solutions and soluble with decomposition in dilute acids.

10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability: Stable
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Conditions to Avoid: None known
Incompatible Materials: None known
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Will decompose with emissions of hydrogen chloride at 450 degrees centigrade.

11. Toxicological Information
This material was subjected to a research study involving feeding this material to animals in varying concentrations greater than normal animal feed additive concentrations. The results of the study indicate that the animals were able to substitute this copper material for the copper supplement that they had been accustomed o being fed with no adverse health effects.

There is an excess of cancer in the copper smelting industry. In man, the ingestion of large amounts of copper compounds has caused vomiting, gastric pain, anemia, convulsions, shock, and death. Symptoms attributed to damage to the nervous system and kidney have been recorded.

12. Ecological Information
No ecological effects known.

13. Disposal Considerations
Dispose of waste material in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations. Consider reclaiming or recycling material whenever possible.

14. Transport Information
The U. S. DOT does not regulate this material as a hazardous material.

15. Regulatory Information
U.S. Federal Regulatory Information Basic Zinc Chloride is not on the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Chemical Substances Inventory, as feed additives are not regulated under TSCA, per Seciton 3 (2)(B)(vi) of TSCA and Section 201(f) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.

This chemical is subject ot the Tier I/Tier II reporting requirements of the Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know Act (EPCRA - 40 CFR 370.25) if present and on-site in quantities equal to or exceeding 10,000 pounds.

Micronutrients TBCC is not regulated as a hazardous material under the U.S. DOT Regulations.
SARA Title III Hazard Classes: Acute health hazard
SARA Title III – Section 313 Supplier Notification: Zinc compounds are considered to be toxic chemicals subject ot the reporting requirements of Section 313 of Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 and 40 CFR Part 372.
Ingredient(s) - U.S. Regulatory Information Basic Zinc Chloride

Sara Title III - Section 313 Form "R"/TRI Reportable Chemical

SARA - Acute Health Hazard

16. Other Information
HMIS/NFPA Hazard Ratings: Health: 1 Slight
Fire 0 Negligible
Reactivity 0 Negligible
MSDS Prepared by: Douglas A. Lozier, 317-875-4670
Reference Documentation: Information based on research conducted by the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, Hazardous Chemicals Desk Reference by Sax and Lewis, RTECS by NIOSH, and Heritage Research Group.
Basic Zinc Chloride is intended only for use as a source of zinc in animal feeds. Other uses are not authorized.
DISCLAIMER OF EXPRESSED AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES: Although reasonable care has been taken in the preparation of this document, we extend no warranties and make no representations as to the accuracy or completeness of the information contained therein, and assume no responsibility regarding the suitability of this information for the user’s intended purposes or for the consequences of its use. Each individual should make a determination as to the suitability of the information for their particular purpose(s).
 
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