Showa Kako Corporation
MSDS No.G1505E Ferric ammonium CitrateRev-1 August 29, 2013

Material Safety Data Sheet
Section 1 – Product and Company Identification

Product Name

Ferric ammonium Citrate

Chemical Name

Ammonium iron(III) citrate

Chemical Formula

C6H8O7 • xFe • yNH3

Company Identification

Showa Kako Corporation
18-23, Yoshino-cho, Suita-city, Osaka 564-0054
JAPANTelephone Number+81-6-6384-1501

24-hour Emergency+81-6-6384-1501

Telephone Number
Fax Number+81-6-6384-2287

Section 2 – Hazards Information
GHS Classification
Physical Hazards

Not classifiedHealth Hazards
Skin corrosion / Irritation

Category 2

Eye irritation

Category 2

Specific target organ toxicity

Category 3

single exposure
Environmental Hazards

Not classified

GHS SymbolSignal Word

Warning

Hazard Statements
H316 Causes mild skin irritation
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
Precautionary Statements
P261 Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/
spray.
Response Statements
P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several
minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy
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to do. Continue rinsing.
Storage Statements

None

Disposal Statements

NoneInhalation

Not harmful if handled properly

Skin

May produce skin irritation

Eyes

May cause eye irritation

Ingestion

Not expected to present a significant ingestion
hazards under anticipated condition of normal use.

GHS Classification

Not classified

Section 3 – Composition and Information on Ingredients
Substance/Mixture

Substance

Chemical Name

Ammonium iron(III) citrate

CAS #1185-57-5

Percent

98.0% min.

Section 4 – First Aid Measures
Eyes

Immediately flush eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 15
minutes. Consult an ophthalmologist.

Skin

Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Flush skin with copious
amount of water or warm water. Call a physician if necessary.

Ingestion

Wash out mouth with water. Give 1-2 cups of water or milk. Never give
anything by mouth to unconscious person. Call a physician.

Inhalation

Remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If
breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Call a physician if necessary.

Section 5 – Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point

No data foundAutoignition

No data foundExplosion LimitsLower

No data foundUpper

No data found

Extinguish Media

Water, powder, carbon dioxide, foam

Firefighting Instructions

Avoid non-firefighting equipped personnel to enter.
Extinguish upwind from the fire wearing appropriate
protective gear.

Section 6 – Accidental Release Measures
Spills/ Leaks

Evacuate area. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus,
rubber boots and heavy rubber gloves. Sweep up, place in a bag
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and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.

Section 7 – Handling and Storage
Handling

Wear appropriate protective gear. Do not contact with eyes, skinand on clothing. Do not inhale. Handle with care. Provide
adequate ventilation. Wash mouth and hand after handling thematerial.

Storage

Keep container tightly closed. Avoid such conditions as direct
sunlight, high temperature, high humidity and high piling. Store
indoor at room temperature.

Section 8 – Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
Engineering

Facilities storing or utilizing the material should be equippedControls

with an eye wash facilities and a safety shower. Use adequate
ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.

Exposure Limits

No data found

Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes

Safety goggles

Skin

Rubber gloves

Clothing

Protective clothing and rubber boots

Respirators

Anti-dust mask

Section 9 – Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State

Crystalline powder

Appearance

Green, red, brown

Odor

Odorless or slightly smells like ammonia

pH

No data foundBoiling Point

No data foundMelting Point

No data foundFlash Point

No data foundAutoignition

NoneExplosibility

None

Vapor Pressure

No data foundVapor Density

No data foundSolubility

Soluble in water (60% at 25°C)

Molecular Weight-Section 10 – Stability and Reactivity
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Stability

Stable when handled properly

Conditions to avoid

Sunlight, high temperature and highhumidity
Ammonium salt produces ammonium gas
when heated with basic solution.

Incompatibilities with Other Material

No data foundHazardous Decomposition ProductNo data foundHazardous Polymerization

Will not occurSection 11 – Toxicological information
RTECS #No data found

LD50/ LC50

iv-mouse LD50: 1000 mg/kg

Carcinogenicity

No data foundMutagenicity

No data foundReproductive Effects

No data foundTeratogenicity

No data found

Immunology

No data foundIrritation

May cause irritation to skin

Section 12 – Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity

No data foundEnvironmental Standard

No data foundSection 13 – Disposal Consideration
Disposal Method

Federal (national), state or local laws and regulations
will determine the proper waste disposal method.

Regulation Method

Federal (national), state or local laws and regulations

Section 14 – Transport Information
Shipping Name

Not applicable

Hazard Class

Not applicableUN #Not applicable

Packing GroupNot applicable

Section 15 – Regulatory Information
United States

TSCA

On the list (as anhydrous)

EC

EINECS

214-686-6

Japan

PRTR law Not on the list

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Section 16 – Other Information
MSDS Creation Date

August 29, 2013

Revised Date-Revised No.

1stThis information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best information
currently available to us. However, we make no warranty of merchantability or any otherwarranty, express or implied, with respect to such information, and we assume noliability resulting from its use. Users should make their own investigations to determine
the suitability of the information for their particular purposes. In no event shall Showa
Kako be liable for any claims, losses, or damage of any third party or for lost profits or
any special, incidental, consequential or exemplary damages, howsoever arising, even if
Showa Kako has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

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