BISMUTH SUBNITRATE 

Safety Data Sheet
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Effective Date: January 1, 2025	
1. PRODUCT ID:  Syn:  Bismuth (III) nitrate basic, Bismuthyl nitrate, Bismuth (III oxynitrate CAS No.: 1304-85-4 
                                  E-C No.:215-136-8	Weight:  1,461.99g/mol 	Formula: H9Bi5N4O22

2. HAZARDS ID: GHS Class: Not a hazardous substance or mixture.
				
HMIS Classification: Health hazard  0, Flammability   0,  Physical hazards   2			
NFPA Rating: Health hazard  0, Fire     0, Reactivity hazard   2, Special Hazard OX

Potential Health Effects: Eye: Risk of serious damage to eyes.	Skin: Harmful in contact with skin. 
Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed. 		Inhalation: Harmful by inhalation. 
2.3: Other Hazards: none

3. COMPOSITION / INFO ON INGREDIENTS: 
Chemical Name			 CAS No.	 	Percent		
Bismuth Nitrate Basic	                  1304-85-4               90%                  

4. FIRST AID: Eyes: Flush eyes with water as a precaution. Skin: Rinse with plenty of soap & water Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting w/o medical advice. Rinse with water. Inhalation: Move to fresh air.  Physician: Treat symptomatically. 

5. FIRE FIGHTING: Info: Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved) & full ppe.  Hazards: Nitrogen oxides / Bismuth oxides Extinguishing: Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide or alcohol-resistant foam. 

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE: Info: Use proper PPE as indicated in Section 8. Spills: 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. Remove all sources of ignition. Do not get water inside containers. Do not let product enter drains. 

 7. HANDLING & STORAGE: Handling: Wash thoroughly after handling. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with clothing and other combustible materials. Do not get on skin or in eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.  Storage: Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Do not store near combustible materials. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatibles. Store protected from moisture. Avoid storage on wood floors.  Store protected from light

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PPE: Controls: Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low. 
Chemical			ACGIH		NIOSH	   	OSHA – Final & Vacated PEL’s  
Bismuth subnitrate               		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. 0.11mm nitrile Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure. 
Respirators: Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.  

9. PHYSICAL & CHEM: Appearance: White powder. Melting Pt: 500° C (932˚F) Relative Density:  4.93 g/cm3.   Auto-ignition Temp: >401°C  Water Solubility: 900.7 g/l

10. STABILITY & REACTIVITY: Stability: Stable at room temp in closed containers under normal storage/handling conditions.  Avoid: Light, dust generation, excess heat. Incompatibilities: Alkaline bicarbonates, , soluble iodides, calomel, tannins, , gallic acid, salicylic acid Hazardous Decomp: formed under fire condition. – Nitrogen oxides (NOx), Bismuth oxides. In the event of fire see Section 5.

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFO: RTECS#: not available	LD50/LC50:  LD50 oral >2000 mg/kg 
Infant LDL oral: Dose: 1000 mg/kg.  OECD Carcinogenicity: Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA. 

12. ECOLOGICAL INFO: Fate:  Toxicity to fish: LC50 zebra fish/water flea/algae: >137mg/l-96h

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. Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material. 
RCRA P-Series: None listed. 	RCRA U-Series: None listed. 

14. TRANSPORT REGULATIONS:   Not Dangerous Goods
 
15. REGULATORY INFO: SARA 311/312: Reactivity Hazard
CERCLA Haz. Substances & corresponding RQ/TPQs None of the chemicals in material have an RQ/TPQ. 
Section 313 This material contains Bismuth nitrate pentahydrate (listed as Water Dissociable Nitrate Compounds), 98%, (CAS# 1304-85-4) which is subject to the reporting requirements of  Section 313 of SARA Title III and 40 CFR Part 373. 
STATE CAS# 1304-85-4 is not present on state lists from CA, MN, MA, FL. 
Pa Right to Know:	BISMUTH NITRATE BASIC  CAS#1304-85-4     NJ Right to Know: BISMUTH NITRATE BASIC  CAS#1304-85-4
California Prop.65: None of the chemicals are known to cause cancer, birth defects, or any other reproductive harm.

EUROPEAN/INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives 
Hazard Symbols: XI O  
WGK (Water Danger/Protection) CAS# 1304-85-4: No information available. 
Canada - DSL/NDSL None of the chemicals in this product are listed on the DSL or NDSL list. 
Canada – WHMIS: This product has a WHMIS classification of C, D2B.  
Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List CAS# 1304-85-4 is not listed 

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.