General Information
Revision date
2011-04-07
Product name
Nitrilotriacetic Acid
Product Synonyms
NTA; N,N-Bis(Carboxymethoxy)glycine; Triglycollamic Acid
CAS No.
139-13-9
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Company Information
company name
Avantor Performance Materials, LLC
GHS Information
Signal word
WARNING!
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Emergency Overview -------------------------- WARNING! HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED, INHALED OR ABSORBED THROUGH SKIN. CAUSES IRRITATION TO SKIN, EYES AND RESPIRATORY TRACT. POSSIBLE CANCER HAZARD. MAY CAUSE CANCER BASED ON ANIMAL DATA. Risk of cancer depends on duration and level of exposure. J.T. Baker SAF-T-DATA(tm) Ratings (Provided here for your convenience) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Health Rating: 3 - Severe (Cancer Causing) Flammability Rating: 1 - Slight Reactivity Rating: 1 - Slight Contact Rating: 2 - Moderate Lab Protective Equip: GOGGLES; LAB COAT; VENT HOOD; PROPER GLOVES
Storage
Color Code Blue (Health) -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Potential health effects
Inhalation: Causes irritation to the respiratory tract. Symptoms may include coughing, shortness of breath. Ingestion: Large oral doses may cause irritation to the gastrointestinal tract. Skin Contact: Causes irritation to skin. Symptoms include redness, itching, and pain. May be absorbed through the skin with possible systemic effects. Eye Contact: Causes irritation, redness, and pain. Chronic Exposure: Repeated exposure to nitrilotriacetic acid may cause kidney damage and alter genetic material. Aggravation of Pre-existing Conditions: No information found.
