Chemical Datasheet
ARSENIC ACID, SOLID |
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Arsenic (inorganic compounds, as As)
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NFPA 704
data unavailable
General Description
White crystals. Excessive drying produces As2O5.5/3H2O.
Hazards
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Reactivity Alerts
none
Air & Water Reactions
Hygroscopic. Water soluble.
Fire Hazard
Excerpt from ERG Guide 154 [Substances - Toxic and/or Corrosive (Non-Combustible)]:
Non-combustible, substance itself does not burn but may decompose upon heating to produce corrosive and/or toxic fumes. Some are oxidizers and may ignite combustibles (wood, paper, oil, clothing, etc.). Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas. Containers may explode when heated. For electric vehicles or equipment, ERG Guide 147 (lithium ion batteries) or ERG Guide 138 (sodium batteries) should also be consulted. (ERG, 2016)
Non-combustible, substance itself does not burn but may decompose upon heating to produce corrosive and/or toxic fumes. Some are oxidizers and may ignite combustibles (wood, paper, oil, clothing, etc.). Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas. Containers may explode when heated. For electric vehicles or equipment, ERG Guide 147 (lithium ion batteries) or ERG Guide 138 (sodium batteries) should also be consulted. (ERG, 2016)
Health Hazard
Ingestion causes irritation of stomach, weakness, other gastrointestinal symptoms. Overdose can cause arsenic poisoning, but symptoms are delayed. (USCG, 1999)
Reactivity Profile
ARSENIC ACID may evolve very toxic gaseous arsine (AsH3) from contact with active metals, such as zinc and aluminum [Inorganic Chemicals Handbook, I, p. 175]. When heated to decomposition, it produces toxic fumes of metallic arsenic [Sax, 9th ed., p. 271]. The solution is weakly acidic and a weak oxidizing agent. Reacts with alkalis to generate some heat and precipitate arsenates.
Belongs to the Following Reactive Group(s)
Potentially Incompatible Absorbents
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Response Recommendations
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Isolation and Evacuation
Excerpt from ERG Guide 154 [Substances - Toxic and/or Corrosive (Non-Combustible)]:
As an immediate precautionary measure, isolate spill or leak area in all directions for at least 50 meters (150 feet) for liquids and at least 25 meters (75 feet) for solids.
SPILL: Increase, in the downwind direction, as necessary, the isolation distance shown above.
FIRE: If tank, rail car or tank truck is involved in a fire, ISOLATE for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions; also, consider initial evacuation for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions. (ERG, 2016)
As an immediate precautionary measure, isolate spill or leak area in all directions for at least 50 meters (150 feet) for liquids and at least 25 meters (75 feet) for solids.
SPILL: Increase, in the downwind direction, as necessary, the isolation distance shown above.
FIRE: If tank, rail car or tank truck is involved in a fire, ISOLATE for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions; also, consider initial evacuation for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions. (ERG, 2016)
Firefighting
Excerpt from ERG Guide 154 [Substances - Toxic and/or Corrosive (Non-Combustible)]:
SMALL FIRE: Dry chemical, CO2 or water spray.
LARGE FIRE: Dry chemical, CO2, alcohol-resistant foam or water spray. Move containers from fire area if you can do it without risk. Dike fire-control water for later disposal; do not scatter the material.
FIRE INVOLVING TANKS OR CAR/TRAILER LOADS: Fight fire from maximum distance or use unmanned hose holders or monitor nozzles. Do not get water inside containers. Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out. Withdraw immediately in case of rising sound from venting safety devices or discoloration of tank. ALWAYS stay away from tanks engulfed in fire. (ERG, 2016)
SMALL FIRE: Dry chemical, CO2 or water spray.
LARGE FIRE: Dry chemical, CO2, alcohol-resistant foam or water spray. Move containers from fire area if you can do it without risk. Dike fire-control water for later disposal; do not scatter the material.
FIRE INVOLVING TANKS OR CAR/TRAILER LOADS: Fight fire from maximum distance or use unmanned hose holders or monitor nozzles. Do not get water inside containers. Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out. Withdraw immediately in case of rising sound from venting safety devices or discoloration of tank. ALWAYS stay away from tanks engulfed in fire. (ERG, 2016)
Non-Fire Response
Neutralizing Agents for Acids and Caustics: Flush with water, rinse with sodium bicarbonate or lime solution. (USCG, 1999)
Protective Clothing
Calamine lotion and zinc oxide powder on hands and other skin areas; rubber gloves; U. S. Bureau of Mines approved dust respirator. (USCG, 1999)
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First Aid
Get medical attention after all exposures to this compound. Be alert for arsenic poisoning symptoms.
SKIN: wash well with soap and water.
INGESTION: induce vomiting; drink freely lime water, milk, or raw egg; give a cathartic. (USCG, 1999)
SKIN: wash well with soap and water.
INGESTION: induce vomiting; drink freely lime water, milk, or raw egg; give a cathartic. (USCG, 1999)
Physical Properties
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Flash Point: data unavailable
Lower Explosive Limit (LEL): data unavailable
Upper Explosive Limit (UEL): data unavailable
Autoignition Temperature: data unavailable
Melting Point: data unavailable
Vapor Pressure: data unavailable
Vapor Density (Relative to Air): data unavailable
Specific Gravity:
2.2
at 68 ° F
(USCG, 1999)
Boiling Point: data unavailable
Molecular Weight:
229.8
(USCG, 1999)
Water Solubility: data unavailable
Ionization Potential: data unavailable
IDLH:
5 mg/m3
for Arsenic (inorganic compounds, as As); A potential occupational carcinogen.
(NIOSH, 2016)
AEGLs (Acute Exposure Guideline Levels)
No AEGL information available.ERPGs (Emergency Response Planning Guidelines)
No ERPG information available.PACs (Protective Action Criteria)
| Chemical | PAC-1 | PAC-2 | PAC-3 |
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| Arsenic acid; (o-Arsenic acid) Includes CASRN 1327-52-2 (7778-39-4) | 2.9 mg/m3 | 32 mg/m3 | 190 mg/m3 |
(DOE, 2016)
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EPA Consolidated List of Lists
| Regulatory Name | CAS Number/ 313 Category Code |
EPCRA 302 EHS TPQ |
EPCRA 304 EHS RQ |
CERCLA RQ | EPCRA 313 TRI |
RCRA Code |
CAA 112(r) RMP TQ |
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| Arsenic Compounds | N020 | & | 313 | ||||
| Arsenic acid | 7778-39-4 | 1 pound | 313c | P010 |
- "c" indicates that although not listed by name and CAS number, this chemical is reportable under one or more of the EPCRA section 313 chemical categories.
- & indicates that no RQ is assigned to this generic or broad class, although the class is a CERCLA hazardous substance. See 50 Federal Register 13456 (April 4, 1985).
(EPA List of Lists, 2015)
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No regulatory information available.OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) Standard List
No regulatory information available.Alternate Chemical Names
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including trade names and synonyms.
- ARSENIC ACID
- ARSENIC ACID, SOLID
- ARSENIC ACID, [SOLID]
- ORTHOARSENIC ACID
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