General Information
Revision date
2009-09-26
Product name
CITRIC ACID
Product Synonyms
2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic acid monohydrate
CAS No.
5949-29-1
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific UK
GHS Information
Signal word
WARNING!
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
WARNING! Emergency Overview Risk of serious damage to eyes. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. Appearance White Physical State Solid odor odorless Target Organs Skin, Respiratory system, Eyes
Potential health effects
Acute Effects
Principle Routes of Exposure
Eyes Risk of serious damage to eyes. Skin Irritating to skin. May be harmful in contact with skin. Inhalation Irritating to respiratory system. May be harmful if inhaled. Ingestion May be harmful if swallowed. Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
Potential chronic health
None known. See Section 11 for additional Toxicological information.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
No information available.
