Product Identification

Product Name

D-Gluconic acid copper(II) salt

Synonyms

Copper (2R,3S,4R,5R)-2,3,4,5,6-pentahydroxyhexanoate
Copper, bis(D-gluconato-kO1,kO2)-
Gluconic acid, copper(2+) salt

CAS

527-09-3

Formula

C12H22CuO14

Molecular Weight

453.84

EINECS

208-408-2

RTECS

LZ5058000

RTECS Class

Other

Merck

12,2706

Beilstein/Gmelin

NA

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Light blue crystalline powder. Odorless.

Solubility in water

soluble

Melting Point

155-157

Usage

Fungicide.

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

First aid is not normally required. If symptoms develop, seek medical attention.

Inhalation

If symptoms develop, move individual away from exposure and into fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. Keep person warm and quiet; seek immediate medical attention.

Skin

Remove contaminated clothing. Wash exposed area with soap and water. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention. Launder clothing before reuse.

Eyes

If symptoms develop, immediately move individual away from exposure and into fresh air. Flush eyes gently with water for at least 15 minutes while holding eyelids apart; seek immediate medical attention.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Store in a cool, dry location (< 25 C).

Handling

Containers of this material may be hazardous when emptied. Since emptied containers retain product residues (vapor, liquid, and/or solid), all hazard precautions given in the data sheet must be observed.

Hazards Identification

Inhalation

Metal fume fever, wheezing and rales have been reported in workers exposed to fine copper dust. Dyspnea has developed after oral copper exposure. Pulmonary edema and alveolar inflammation have been noted in animals.

Skin

Skin exposure can produce in severe irritation, itching, erythema, dermatitis and eczema; systemic toxicity may result.

Eyes

Dust can cause eye irritation. Symptoms include stinging, tearing, redness, and swelling of eyes.

Ingestion

Gastroenteritis with vomiting may occur after ingestion of some copper salts. Mucosal erosions, a metallic taste, burning epigastric sensation and diarrhea may also occur.

Hazards

Dusts can form explosive mixtures in air.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Wear safety glasses in compliance with OSHA regulations. Wear resistant gloves such as latex, To prevent repeated or prolonged skin contact, wear impervious clothing and boots.

Respirators

3M Dust respirator No. 8710 or 9900 is recommended or a NIOSH/MSHA jointly approved dust respirator.

Exposure Effects

Increased temperature may be noted in some cases. Abnormally low blood pressure may occur. Mental status may be depressed.

Exposure limit(s)

OSHA: PEL (8 h TWA): 1 mg/m3.

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus with a full facepiece operated in the positive pressure demand mode with appropriate turn-out gear and chemical resistant personal protective equipment. Extinguish fire using regular foam, water fog, carbon dioxide or sand.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Small Spill - Sweep up material for disposal or recovery. Large Spill - Shovel material into containers. Thoroughly sweep area of spill to clean up any residual material.

Stability and Reactivity

Incompatibilities

Acetylenes, reactive metals such as aluminum and magnesium.

Stability

Stable at normal temperatures and pressures.

Decomposition

Oxides of carbon.