Product Name: Chromium Gluconate
Chemical Formula: C12H22CrO14
CAS Number: 527-09-3
Synonyms: Chromium(III) gluconate
Use: Dietary supplement, laboratory reagent
Manufacturer: Contact supplier for specific details
Emergency Phone: Refer to local poison control or emergency services
Hazard Classification: Not classified as dangerous for supply
Risk Phrases: May cause mild eye and skin irritation, possible mild respiratory effects if inhaled
GHS Label Elements: No symbol required for routine handling; precaution statements recommended
Potential Health Effects: Irritation of eyes, skin, or nasal passages in sensitive individuals, ingestion in large quantities may upset stomach
Chemical Name: Chromium(III) gluconate
Content: >97%
Impurities: Trace inorganic salts, water of hydration
Other Components: No stabilizers or preservatives added
Physical State: Powder or fine granule
Eye Contact: Rinse carefully with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses, seek medical advice if irritation lingers
Skin Contact: Wash area thoroughly with soap and water, monitor for redness or rash
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, call for medical support if large amount swallowed or symptoms persist
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, monitor breathing, seek help if cough or difficulty breathing develops
Note to Physician: Treat symptomatically; specific antidote not known
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Media: Do not use high pressure water jets directly
Hazards from Combustion: Carbon oxides, chromium oxides, possibly irritating fumes
Protective Equipment: Wear breathing apparatus and protective gear to avoid inhalation of fumes
Firefighting Instructions: Prevent run-off water from entering drains or water sources
Personal Precautions: Avoid dust generation, wear gloves and eye protection
Environmental Precautions: Prevent spillage from entering soil, waterways, or drains
Methods for Cleanup: Sweep or vacuum spilled material into closed containers for disposal, ventilate area, wash spill site with water after material pick-up
Other Advice: Dispose of according to local regulations, avoid breathing dust
Handling: Handle in well-ventilated places, minimize dust, wash hands after use, avoid eating and drinking in work area
Storage: Keep container tightly closed, store in cool and dry room, avoid direct sunlight and sources of moisture
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids
Safe Packaging: Use non-reactive and airtight containers
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation or containment, keep airborne dust below exposure limits
Personal Protection: Safety goggles, chemical-resistant gloves, dust mask or respirator for high dust levels
Exposure Limits: No specific occupational exposure limits established for this compound; reference TLV for soluble chromium(III) salts
Hygiene Measures: No eating, drinking, or smoking during handling, wash hands thoroughly after work
Appearance: Off-white to light green powder
Odor: Odorless
pH: Mildly acidic (aqueous solution)
Melting Point: Not well-defined, decomposes
Boiling Point: Not applicable
Solubility: Soluble in water
Partition Coefficient: No data available
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Relative Density: 1.8–2.2 (estimated)
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal handling and storage
Reactivity: Non-reactive under standard laboratory and storage conditions
Hazardous Reactions: May react with strong oxidizers to release toxic products
Conditions to Avoid: High heat, moisture, strong acids and bases
Decomposition Products: Chromium oxides, carbon oxides upon heating to decomposition
Acute Toxicity: Low; ingestion of large amounts may irritate gastrointestinal tract
Skin and Eye Contact: Mild irritation possible
Chronic Toxicity: No adverse effects known from long-term use at dietary levels; occupational studies show minimal risk with proper protection
Carcinogenicity: No evidence for chromium(III) on human cancer risk; hexavalent forms are carcinogenic but not present in this compound
Sensitization: Rare reports of hypersensitivity reactions
Ecotoxicity: Expected to be low in small quantities; chromium(III) less toxic to aquatic organisms than hexavalent forms
Persistence and Degradability: Biodegradable organic acid component, chromium(III) slowly integrates into soil minerals
Bioaccumulation: Not expected to accumulate significantly in aquatic species
Mobility in Soil: Moderately mobile; some binding to clay and organic matter
Waste Treatment Methods: Place unused product and sweepings in sealed containers
Disposal: Dispose of according to national and local regulations for non-hazardous laboratory waste
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse thoroughly before recycling or disposal, puncture or crush bottles to prevent reuse
Environmental Precautions: Do not discharge large amounts into drains or environment
UN Number: Not regulated for transport
Proper Shipping Name: Non-hazardous chemical for laboratory use
Class: Not assigned
Packing Group: Not applicable
Special Precautions: Protect from moisture, prevent spillage during transport
Label Requirements: No specific hazard label required
TSCA Status: Listed
DSL/NDSL (Canada): Listed
EU REACH Status: Ingredient registered or exempt
SARA Title III (US): Not subject to reporting levels
Other Regulation: Not classified as hazardous for environment or health under current chemical safety standards, check state and local requirements for disposal and use
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