| Product Identification | Back to Contents | 【Product Name】
Bismuth trichloride | 【Synonyms】
Trichlorobismuth
Trichlorobismuthane | 【CAS】
7787-60-2 | 【Formula】
BiCl3 | 【Molecular Weight】
315.33 | 【EINECS】
232-123-2 | 【RTECS】
EB2690000 | 【RTECS Class】
Mutagen | 【Merck】
13,1261 | 【Beilstein/Gmelin】
2162 (G) |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | Back to Contents | 【Appearance】
yellow-white cubic crystals, hygroscopic | 【Melting Point】
232 | 【Boiling Point】
447 | 【Vapor Pressure】
36.2 (287.3 C) | 【Density】
4.75 g/cm3 (20 C) | 【Heat Of Vaporization】
| 【Usage】
Substance is used in the production of other bismuth salts. |
| First Aid Measures | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately. | 【Inhalation】
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. | 【Skin】
Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Destroy contaminated shoes. | 【Eyes】
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately. |
| Handling and Storage | Back to Contents | 【Storage】
Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. Keep under a nitrogen blanket. Keep away from water. | 【Handling】
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Do not ingest or inhale. |
| Hazards Identification | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
May cause corrosion and permanent tissue destruction of the esophagus and digestive tract. | 【Inhalation】
Irritation may lead to chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema. Causes severe irritation of upper respiratory tract with coughing, burns, breathing difficulty, and possible coma. Inhalation may be fatal as a result of spasm, inflammation, edema of the larynx and bronchi, chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema. | 【Skin】
Causes severe burns with delayed tissue destruction. | 【Eyes】
Causes eye burns. May cause irreversible eye injury. | 【EC Risk Phrase】
R 36/37/38 | 【EC Safety Phrase】
S 26 36 |
| Exposure Controls/Personal Protection | Back to Contents | 【Personal Protection】
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 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. |
| Fire Fighting Measures | Back to Contents | 【Fire Fighting】
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire. |
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