Material Safety Data Sheet – Vanadium Amino Acid Chelate

Identification

Product Name: Vanadium Amino Acid Chelate
CAS Number: 37277-83-7
Use: Trace mineral supplement, additive in animal feeds and fertilizers.
Manufacturer Contact: Full company name, address, emergency telephone, business phone, and website.
Synonyms: Vanadium glycinate, chelated vanadium.
Recommended Restrictions: Not intended for consumer use; professional, agricultural, and laboratory use only.

Hazard Identification

GHS Classification: Acute toxicity – Oral Category 4, Skin irritation Category 2, Eye irritation Category 2A.
GHS Label Elements: Exclamation mark symbol, warning signal word.
Hazard Statements: Harmful if swallowed. Causes skin and eye irritation.
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust. Wear gloves, protective clothing, and eye protection. Wash hands after use. Store locked up.
Potential Health Effects: Symptoms of ingestion—nausea, gastrointestinal upset, dizziness. Skin or eye contact—burning or irritation.
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin, eyes, swallowed material.

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical Composition: Vanadium (as chelate with amino acids – usually glycine, methionine, or lysine).
Concentration: Vanadium content 0.1–2% w/w; balance amino acids, excipients.
Impurities: Trace metals or unreacted amino acids (<0.1%).
CAS Numbers: Vanadium: 7440-62-2, Chelaing Amino Acid: mixture.
Mixture Type: Homogeneous powdered blend for formulated nutrient purposes.

First Aid Measures

Inhalation: Move to fresh air. Provide respiratory support if breathing is difficult. Get medical attention if symptoms persist.
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash with soap and water for 15 minutes. If skin irritation develops, get medical help.
Eye Contact: Flush eyes with water for at least 15 minutes, lifting eyelids to ensure complete rinsing. Remove contact lenses if present. Seek prompt medical attention if irritation continues.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting. Drink water to dilute material. Get prompt medical assessment.
Most Important Symptoms: Burning of eyes or skin, coughing, headache, nausea.
Note to Physician: Treat symptomatically and monitor for toxic effects.

Fire-Fighting Measures

Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, foam, carbon dioxide.
Unsuitable Media: Direct water jet (may spread powder).
Fire Hazards: Product is not flammable; during fire, may produce irritating smoke and gases (ammonia, carbon oxides, vanadium oxides).
Protective Equipment: Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), full protective gear.
Special Procedures: Prevent runoff, ventilate area after fire.
Explosion Data: Dust clouds of fine powder can pose mild explosion hazard.

Accidental Release Measures

Personal Precautions: Evacuate spill area. Use dust mask, safety goggles, gloves. Avoid breathing dust, avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into drains, waterways, soil.
Spill Cleanup Methods: Stop source of spill if safe. Scoop solid material with non-sparking tools into covered containers. Sweep up residue, wash area with water, prevent runoff.
Waste Disposal: Dispose of through licensed chemical waste disposal service.
Decontamination: Collect cleanup water for proper disposal; avoid aerosolization of powder.
Reporting: Notify environmental authorities if large releases enter waterways.

Handling and Storage

Handling: Use in well-ventilated area. Avoid generating dust. Do not eat, drink, or smoke when using. Wash hands after handling.
Storage: Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated space, in tightly closed original container. Protect from moisture, strong acids, bases, and oxidizers.
Segregation: Keep away from food, feed, and incompatible chemicals.
Other Precautions: Label containers clearly. Store locked up, keep out of reach of children and animals.

Exposure Controls and Personal Protection

Occupational Exposure Limits: Vanadium pentoxide (as V): OSHA PEL 0.05 mg/m³ (respirable), ACGIH TLV 0.05 mg/m³ (respirable fraction).
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation, closed system transfer, dust collection.
Personal Protective Equipment: NIOSH-approved respirator for dust, chemical safety goggles, gloves (nitrile or PVC), long sleeves, lab coat or disposable coveralls.
Hygiene Measures: Do not smoke or eat exposed areas. Wash skin and change clothing after use.
Environmental Controls: Control dust emissions at source, install spill containment and emergency eye wash stations.

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance: Fine off-white to pale yellow powder.
Odor: Slightly ammoniacal or organic.
Odor Threshold: Not established.
pH (10% solution): 4.0 – 7.5
Melting Point: Not relevant (decomposes).
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling.
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable.
Flammability: Nonflammable solid.
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable.
Bulk Density: 0.3–0.8 g/cm³
Solubility: Soluble in water, insoluble in organic solvents.
Partition Coefficient: Not available.
Auto-ignition Temp: No data.
Decomposition Products: Ammonia, carbon oxides, vanadium oxides.

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical Stability: Stable under normal storage and handling.
Reactivity: Mildly reactive with strong acids and oxidizers—may liberate toxic gases.
Conditions to Avoid: Moisture, extreme heat, incompatible chemicals.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Decomposition Products: Toxic fumes—ammonia, vanadium oxides, nitrogen oxides.
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents (chlorates, perchlorates, peroxides), strong acids (hydrochloric, sulfuric).

Toxicological Information

Acute Toxicity: Oral LD50 (rat): estimated 350 mg/kg for vanadium complexes.
Chronic Toxicity: Prolonged exposure causes kidney, liver, cardiovascular and blood effects.
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Causes mild to moderate irritation on contact.
Eye Damage/Irritation: Causes redness, watering, irritation.
Respiratory Sensitization: Vanadium compounds may cause asthma-like symptoms in susceptible individuals.
Carcinogenicity: IARC Group 2B, possibly carcinogenic to humans at high chronic exposures; not expected at occupational levels.
Reproductive Effects: High doses linked with possible developmental delays in animal studies.
Other Effects: Symptoms after exposure—fatigue, coughing, upset stomach, blue-green tongue discoloration (rare).

Ecological Information

Eco-Toxicity: Vanadium compounds show moderate toxicity to aquatic life (fish LC50: 1–5 mg/L).
Degradation: Not readily biodegradable; vanadium is persistent in soils and water.
Mobility: Mobile in water if chelated; may leach into ground water.
Bioaccumulation: Unlikely for chelated forms; vanadium builds up in aquatic species at high levels.
Aquatic Release: Avoid contamination of surface or groundwater. Harmful to aquatic organisms in high concentrations.
Other Environmental Hazards: At high levels can affect soil microbes and plant health.

Disposal Considerations

Disposal Methods: Dispose of as hazardous chemical waste under local, regional, and national regulations. Do not discharge into drains or natural water bodies.
Contaminated Packaging: Triple-rinse and segregate for disposal or recycling by approved facilities.
Disposal Precautions: Product solidifies sewage; keep separate from landfill waste. Use registered waste management contractor.
Incineration: Not recommended. Avoid burning to minimize toxic fume emission.
Disposal Codes: Use waste code D003 (depending on local regulations).
Spill Residues: Collect, label, and handle as chemical waste.

Transport Information

UN Number: Not regulated as dangerous good under ADR/RID, DOT, IMDG, IATA.
Shipping Name: Vanadium amino acid chelate, not otherwise specified.
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified; non-hazardous for air, sea, or land.
Packing Group: Not applicable.
Marine Pollutant: No.
Special Precautions: Avoid transporting with oxidizers and strong acids. Keep container tightly closed, clearly labeled during transport.
Transport in bulk: Avoid moisture and heat during shipping; use lined steel drums or high-density plastic barrels.

Regulatory Information

OSHA Status: Regulated for occupational exposure as hazardous dust.
TSCA: Components listed or exempt.
EU REACH: Registered ingredient; Safety Data Sheet compliant with Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006.
Canada DSL: Listed.
EINECS/ELINCS Number: 253-045-6 (vanadium compounds).
Warning Label Text: Harmful if swallowed. Causes skin and eye irritation. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
Other Regulations: Complies with EPA reporting for toxic substances. Not subject to SARA Title III, California Proposition 65 not applicable (unless otherwise indicated by local monitoring).