BISMUTH SUBCARBONATE USP

 Safety Data Sheet
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1. PRODUCT ID: Syn:  Bismuth carbonate, basic; bismuth oxycarbonate    
CAS No.:  5892-10-4   EC-No.: 227-567-9 Weight:  509.97   Formula:  (BiO)2CO3

 2.HAZARDS ID: GHS: Not a hazardous substance

Potential Effects: Eyes: May cause eye irritation      Skin: May cause skin irritation.
Ingestion: Low toxicity.  Ingestion of large quantities of insoluble bismuth salt may produce systemic bismuth poisoning 
with symptoms of headache, skin rashes, kidney damage, and rarely mild jaundice.   Inhalation: May cause respiratory 
tract irritation. Symptoms may include coughing and shortness of breath. Chronic: Bismuth affects the kidneys and liver
2.3: Other Hazards: none

3. COMPOSITION, INGREDIENTS:
Chemical Name 		CAS No.			Percent		Hazardous
Bismuth Subcarbonate	5892-10-4		 90 – 100%	     No	

4. FIRST AID: Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water as a precaution.  Skin:  If contact, flush skin with plenty of soap & water. Ingestion: If victim is conscious and alert, give water to rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. NEVER give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Inhalation: Remove to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Physician: Treat symptomatically & supportively.

5. FIRE FIGHTING: Info: Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH, & full PPE. Irritating & highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomp or combustion.  Extinguishing:  Use water spray, dry chemical, Carbon dioxide, or alcohol-resistant foam. Hazards:  Carbon dioxides, Bismuth oxides.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE:  Info: Use proper PPE as indicated in Section 8. Spills/Leaks: Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the PPE section. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation. 

7. HANDLING & STORAGE: Handling: Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Storage: Store in a tightly closed container. & cool, dry, well-ventilated area away incompatible substances.   

8. EXPOSURE: Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and safety shower. Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Chemical Name			ACGIH		NIOSH		OSHA - Final / Vacated PEL’s
Bismuth Subcarbonate		None listed	None listed	None listed 

PPE: 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. 

9. PHYSICAL & CHEM: Appearance: Fine white to pale yellow-white powder Solubility: Insoluble in water. 
Specific Gravity/Density:  6.86 g/cm3   

10. STABILITY & REACTIVITY: Avoid: N/A. Stability: Stable at room temp in closed containers under normal storage/handling conditions. Incompatibilities: Strong acids and strong oxidizers Hazardous Decomp: see sec 5

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFO: RTECS: Not available.     LD50/LC50: Unlisted.
Carcinogencity: CAS#5892-10-4 :Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA. 

12. ECOLOGICAL INFO: Environmental Fate & Toxicity: No information available.

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS: Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified 
as a hazardous waste. US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3. Additionally, 
waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification.    
RCRA P-Series: None listed.          RCRA U-Series: None listed. 

14. TRANSPORT INFO: Not regulated

15. REGULATORY INFO: SARA Section 311/312 Hazards:  No SARA hazards
SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances: None of the chemical in this product have RQ/TPQ.
Section 313   No chemicals are reportable under Section 313. 
STATE CAS# 5892-10-4 is not present on state lists from CA, MA, MN, FL. 
Pa Right to Know:  Dibismuth carbonate dioxide.  NJ Right to Know:  Dibismuth carbonate dioxide.
California No Significant Risk Level: None of the chemicals in this product are listed. 

EUROPEAN/INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives 
WGK (Water Danger/Protection) CAS# 5892-10-4: Not available 
Canada - DSL/NDSL: CAS#5892-10-4  is listed on Canada’s DSL List. 
Canada - WHMIS:  Not available. CAS# 5892-10-4 is not listed on Canada’s Ingredient Disclosure List. 

16. DISCLAIMER INFO: DUDLEY CORPORATION provides the information herein in good faith but makes no representation as to its comprehensiveness or accuracy. This document is intended only as a guide to the appropriate precautionary handling of the material by a properly trained person using this.  Individuals receiving the information must exercise their independent judgment in determining its appropriateness for a particular purpose. DUDLEY CORPORATION makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, including without limitation and warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose with respect to the information set forth herein or to the product to which the information refers. Accordingly, DUDLEY CORPORATION will not be responsible for damages resulting from the use of or reliance upon this information.