Material Safety Data Sheet
Section 1. Product and Company Identification
Product Identification: ICP-MS-68A Solution C
MSDS Number: ICP-MS-68A Solution C
Company Identification: High-Purity Standards
P.O. Box 41727
Charleston, SC 29423
Telephone: (843) 767-7900
FAX: (843) 767-7906
In case of emergency call INFOTRAC: 800-535-5053

Section 2. Chemical Composition
Component CAS/EINECS Percent ACGIH TLV OSHA PEL
Registry # Concentration
Ammonium 29796-57-4 0.001 Not Available Not Available
hexachloroiridate (as Ir)
(hydrate) (III)
((NH4)3IrCl6??xH2O)
Gold 7440-57-5/231- 0.001 Not Available Not Available
165-9
Ammonium 12125-08-5/ 0.001 Not Available Not Available
hexachloroosmiate 235-188-5 (as Os)
(NH4)2OsCl6
Ammonium 18746-63-9/ 0.001 Not Available Not Available
hexachlororuthenate 242-552-7 (as Ru)
((NH4)2RuCl6 )
Palladium 7440-05-3/ 231- 0.001 Not Available Not Available
115-6
1 mg/m3 1 mg/m3
Platinum 7440-06-4/ 231- 0.001
116-1
Rhodium Chloride 10049-07-7/ 0.001 0.01 mg(Rh)/ml Not Available
Trihydrate 233-165-4 (as Rh)
(RhCl3?? 2O)
3H
5 mg/m3
Nitric Acid (HNO 3) 7697-37-2/231- 2 2 mg/kg
714-2
Hydrochloric Acid 7647-01-0/231- 0.05 C 5ppm C 5ppm
C 7 mg/m3 C 7 mg/m3
(HCl) 595-7
Water, deionized 7732-18-5/231- Balance Not Available Not Available
791-2

Section 3. Hazard Identification
Emergency Overview: Mildly corrosive. May cause irritation to areas of contact. Wash areas of
contact with water for at least 15 minutes. If ingested, do not induce vomiting. Dilute
with water and call a physician. Rhodium chloride is a questionable carcinogen.
Target Organs: Eyes, skin, respiratory system
Skin/eye Contact: Liquid may cause burns to skin and eyes.
Inhalation: May cause coughing, choking, irritation and inflammation of the nose, throat and
upper respiratory tract.
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Ingestion: May cause burns of the mouth, throat, esophagus and gastrointestinal tract, nausea,
vomiting, and diarrhea.
Section 4. First Aid Measures
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Give artificial respiration if necessary. If breathing is difficult, give
oxygen.
Skin/eye Contact: Remove contaminated shoes and clothing. Flush contaminated area with
plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Call a physician if irritation develops.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water. If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting; if conscious give
large quantities of water or milk or milk of magnesia. CALL A PHYSICIAN in all
cases.

Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
Fire & Explosion hazards: While nitric acid is not combustible, it is a strong oxidizing agent that
can react with combustible materials. NOx compounds can be released in event of fire.
Hydrochloric acid is a negligible fire hazard when exposed to heat and/or flames.
Extinguishing Media: Use regular dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water, or regular foam. Use a water
spray to dilute nitric acid and to absorb liberated nitrogen oxides.
Specific Methods: Firefighters should wear proper protective equipment and self-contained
breathing apparatus with full face piece operated in positive pressure mode.

Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Ventilate area of leak or spill. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment as specified in
Section 8. Remove source of ignition if hydrogen is a hazard. Cover the spill with sodium
bicarbonate or a soda ash-slaked lime mixture (50:50) to neutralize the acid. Place the neutralized
material into containers suitable for eventual disposal, reclamation, or destruction. Always dispose
of in accordance with local regulations.

Section 7. Handling and Storage
Store in a cool, dry, ventilated storage area with acid resistant floors and good drainage. Keep out
of direct sunlight and away from heat, water, and incompatible materials. When diluting, the acid
should always be added slowly to water and in small amounts. Refer to Section 8 for personal
handling instructions. Safety Storage Code: Corrosive.

Section 8. Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
Engineering Controls: No specific controls are needed. Normal room ventilation is adequate.
Respiratory Protection: Normal room ventilation is adequate.
Personal Protection: Wear proper gloves, safety glasses with side shields, lab coat/apron.

Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Form: Liquid
Molecular Weight: N/A
Boiling Point: Approximately 100??C
Freezing Point: N/A
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Vapor Pressure (mm): N/A
Vapor Density (air+1): N/A
Specific Gravity (H2O = 1): Approximately 1
Solubility in H2O: Complete
Appearance: The standard contains elements which upon exposure to light over time may cause
changes in the oxidation state. This can cause the solution to change color. The typical range of
colors seen is light golden brown to a deep brown. This does not affect the concentration of the
standard.
Odor: Odorless to a faint pungent odor
pH: <1

Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability Indicator: YES
Conditions to Avoid: Metals, hydroxides, carbonates, cyanides, sulfides, sulfites, formaldehyde.
Incompatibles: Strong reducing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Ammonia, NOx compounds including nitric oxide (NO),
nitrogen dioxide (NO 2), nitrous oxide (N2O) and nitric acid mist or vapor. HCl; fumes
of hydrogen chloride.
Hazardous Polymerization: None reported

Section 11. Toxicological Information
May affect skin, mucous membranes and eyes. Swallowing may lead to a negative effect on
mouth and throat and to the risk of perforation or the corrosion of esophagus and stomach.

Tumorigenic, mutagenic, and reproductive effects have been observed on laboratory animals
tested with rhodium chloride.

RTECS#:
HNO3?? QU5900000 HCl- MW4025000 Au- MD5070000 Pd- RT3480500
Pt- TP2160000 RhCl3- V19275000

Toxicity Data:
LDLO Oral, Human: (HNO3) 430 mg/kg; LD50 Oral, Rabbit: (HCl) 900 mg/kg; LCLO Inhalation,
Human: (HCl) 3000 ppm/5 minutes; LD50, Oral, Rat: (Palladium Chloride) 2704 mg/kg; LD50
Oral, Rat: (RhCl3) 1302 mg/kg.

Section 12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicological information: Hydrochloric acid has slight acute and chronic toxicity to aquatic
life.

Section 13. Disposal Considerations
General: Follow federal, state and local regulations for waste.
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Section 14. Transport Information
D.O.T. Classification: Not Hazardous by DOT regulations (based on concentration of acid).

Section 15. Regulations (Not meant to be all inclusive-selected regulation listed)
TSCA Status: All components of this solution are listed on the TSCA Inventory or are mixtures
(hydrates) of items listed on the TSCA Inventory.
RCRA Status: No
SARA: Subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 or SARA Title III and of 40 CF 372
Risk Phrases: R20/21/22, R45 Harmful by inhalation, skin contact, or if swallowed. May cause
cancer.
Safety Phrases: S36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye protection
WHMIS Information (Canada): E: Corrosive

Section 16. Other Information
HPS products are intended for laboratory use only. All products should be handled and used by
trained professional personnel only. The responsibility for the safe handling and use of these
products rest solely with the buyer and/or user. The MSDS was prepared carefully and represents
the best data currently available to us; however, HPS does not certify the data on the MSDS.
Certified values for this material are given only on the Certificate of Analysis.
Theodore C. Rains, Ph.D.


AMMONIUM HEXACHLOROIRIDATE (III) HYDRATE