Product Name: Copper(II) gluconate
Chemical Formula: C12H22CuO14
CAS Number: 527-09-3
EC Number: 208-331-1
Recommended Use: Nutritional supplement, laboratory reagent, food additive
Manufacturer: Supply chain or chemical company details go here, including address and telephone contact for emergencies
Synonyms: Cupric gluconate, Gluconic acid copper salt, Copper gluconate
Emergency Telephone Number: Local poison control center or manufacturer emergency line
GHS Classification: Acute Toxicity, Oral Category 4; Eye Irritation Category 2A; Specific Target Organ Toxicity, Single Exposure Category 3
GHS Label Elements: Exclamation mark for warning
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Harmful if swallowed; May cause irritation to eyes and respiratory tract
Precautionary Statements: Avoid contact with eyes, wash hands thoroughly after handling, avoid breathing dust or powder, use in a well-ventilated area
Routes of Exposure: Ingestion, inhalation, eye or skin contact
Symptoms: Stomach upset, nausea, abdominal pain, cough, redness or irritation to exposed tissue
Environmental Risk: Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in aquatic environments
Chemical Name: Copper(II) gluconate
CAS Number: 527-09-3
Concentration: 98-100% (pure form as supplied for lab or industrial use)
Impurities: Trace glycolic acid, glyoxylic acid, water (loss on drying up to 10% depending on storage)
Hazardous Components: Copper cation, certain impurities may increase irritancy
Stabilizers or Additives: Usually none, though food-grade forms may include anti-caking agents
Inhalation: Move affected person to fresh air, monitor breathing, seek medical advice for symptoms like coughing, dizziness, or wheezing
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, flush skin with water for at least 15 minutes, seek attention for persistent irritation
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes gently with clean water for at least 15 minutes, lifting eyelids occasionally, remove contact lenses if present, consult medical help if irritation persists
Ingestion: Rinse mouth thoroughly, do not induce vomiting, give water if alert, contact medical personnel for advice
Most Important Symptoms: Irritation, gastrointestinal disturbance, shortness of breath, eye redness (seek medical care for continued symptoms)
Personal Protection for First Aid Providers: Use gloves and splash goggles during assistance where possible
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, foam, carbon dioxide, or dry chemical powder for fires in the area; product itself is not highly flammable
Unsuitable Media: Avoid using high-pressure water streams that may scatter powder
Hazardous Combustion Products: Copper oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide
Special Firefighting Equipment: Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), full protective gear for responders
Fire/Explosion Risks: No unusual explosion hazard but inhalation of combustion fumes can be dangerous
Firefighting Advice: Move containers from fire area if you can do it without risk, cool unaffected containers with water spray
Personal Precautions: Wear dust mask, gloves, protective clothing, safety goggles to prevent skin and eye contact
Environmental Precautions: Prevent material from entering drains or waterways, contain spills as much as possible
Spill Cleanup Methods: Scoop or vacuum up spilled powder, avoid raising dust, transfer to closed container for disposal
Decontamination: Wash area of spill with water and mild detergent, ventilate area
Disposal of Contaminated Material: Dispose of in line with local regulations, avoid contamination of soil or water sources
Safe Handling: Use local exhaust ventilation to control dust; do not handle near food or beverages; avoid shaking packaging
Hygienic Practices: Wash hands before eating, drinking, smoking or using restrooms; remove and wash contaminated clothing before reuse
Storage Conditions: Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated place; keep containers tightly closed when not in use
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, acids, some phosphorus compounds
Packaging Materials: Use containers resistant to moisture and chemical reaction; avoid use of metals that may corrode
Engineering Controls: Use adequate general and local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne levels low
Exposure Limits: OSHA PEL for copper dust and mists, 1 mg/m3 (as Cu); ACGIH TLV 1 mg/m3 (as Cu)
Personal Protective Equipment: Safety glasses with side shields, chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile or latex), laboratory coats or suitable work clothing, respiratory protection (NIOSH-approved mask) if dust is generated
Respiratory Protection: Dust mask or respirator if exposure levels approach occupational limits
Hand Protection: Impervious gloves
Eye Protection: Splash-proof safety goggles
Skin Protection: Protective clothing to avoid direct contact
Monitoring: Maintain records of workplace air concentrations, conduct regular checks of ventilation and PPE
Appearance: Blue-green crystalline powder
Odor: Odorless
Odor Threshold: Not applicable
pH: 5 to 7 (1% solution)
Melting Point: Decomposes above 200°C
Boiling Point: Not applicable
Flash Point: Not flammable
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Flammability (solid): Non-flammable
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Vapor Density: Not applicable
Solubility: Soluble in water (30g/L at 20°C); slightly soluble in alcohol
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Data not available
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Data not available
Decomposition Temperature: >200°C
Viscosity: Not applicable
Bulk Density: 0.7-1.0 g/cm3
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures
Materials to Avoid: Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, phosphorus compounds
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, moisture, long-term exposure to air
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Copper oxides, irritating organic vapors
Hazardous Polymerization: Does not occur
Reactivity: Can react with acids to produce toxic copper fumes
Acute Toxicity: LD50 Oral (rat): 583 mg/kg
Routes of Exposure: Ingestion, inhalation, dermal, ocular
Potential Health Effects: Ingestion can cause nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain; inhalation may irritate respiratory tract; skin contact could cause mild irritation; eye contact may provoke redness and soreness
Chronic Toxicity: Prolonged exposure may affect liver and kidney function; bioaccumulation possible with repeated exposure
Sensitization: Not a known skin sensitizer
Carcinogenicity: Copper and its compounds have not been listed as carcinogenic by IARC, NTP or OSHA
Reproductive Effects: No evidence for reproductive toxicity from standard use
Mutagenicity: No mutagenic effects reported in standard test protocols
Medical Conditions Aggravated: Copper overload disorders (e.g., Wilson’s disease), respiratory conditions, pre-existing skin conditions
Ecotoxicity: Copper(II) ions are toxic to aquatic organisms, especially fish and invertebrates
Aquatic Toxicity: LC50 (fish, 96 hours): 0.006-0.1 mg/L (as Cu)
Persistence and Degradability: Gluconate part biodegrades, copper ions persist in environment
Bioaccumulation Potential: High for copper in aquatic and terrestrial organisms, may concentrate up food chains
Mobility in Soil: Copper binds tightly to soil particles and organic matter
Other Adverse Effects: Not a greenhouse gas source, not ozone depleting
Handling Waste: Collect and contain product for disposal; do not dump into sewers, drains or bodies of water
Waste Disposal: Follow local, regional and national regulations; treat as hazardous waste if contaminated or in large quantities
Container Disposal: Triple rinse containers and dispose of in approved landfill or incineration facility
Precautions: Avoid contact with skin or eyes, use gloves and goggles during all handling
Reuse/Recycling: Consider recovery of copper from larger lots where feasible
Disposal Methods: Specialized chemical incinerator or secure landfill; avoid release to environment through runoff
UN Number: Not classified as dangerous goods by road, sea or air
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not applicable
Transport Hazard Class: Not regulated
Packing Group: Not regulated
Environmental Hazards: Avoid spillage or leaks, especially into water bodies
Special Precautions for Transport: Avoid breakage of containers; keep dry during transit
Regulatory Codes: May require documentation or notification for international shipments if carried in bulk
Labelling: “Not hazardous for transport” unless mixed or contaminated
Safety, Health and Environmental Regulations Specific for the Substance: Listed in TSCA (United States), REACH (Europe), DSL (Canada)
OSHA Status: Considered hazardous based on copper content
SARA Title III: Section 313 (Copper compounds) reportable if thresholds are exceeded
EPA: Registered substance, subject to reporting for releases above specified limits
California Prop 65: Not listed
European Union Labelling: Not classified as dangerous according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 (CLP) in small quantities; dust inhalation limits apply
Other National or International Regulations: National drinking water standards for copper apply, workplace exposure controls mandated by many jurisdictions
Workplace Labelling: PPE pictograms, clear signage for dust and inhalation risk
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