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Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification |
MSDS Name: OPD tablets, 120 mg/tablet
Catalog Numbers:
AC260960000, AC260960300, AC260962500
Synonyms:
Company Identification:
Acros Organics N.V.
One Reagent Lane
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
For information in North America, call: 800-ACROS-01
For emergencies in the US, call CHEMTREC: 800-424-9300
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Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients
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| CAS# |
Chemical Name |
Percent |
EINECS/ELINCS |
| 7757-79-1 |
Potassium nitrate |
| 231-818-8 |
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Section 3 - Hazards Identification
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EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Appearance: white tablets.
Danger! Strong oxidizer. Contact with other
material may cause a fire. Harmful if swallowed. May cause allergic
skin reaction. May cause eye and skin irritation. May cause
respiratory tract irritation. Material should be stored below -20癈
(-4癋).
Target Organs: Liver, eyes, skin.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause eye irritation.
Skin:
May cause skin irritation. May cause an allergic reaction in certain
individuals.
Ingestion:
May cause irritation of the digestive tract. The toxicological
properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties
of this substance have not been fully investigated.
Chronic:
No information found.
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Section 4 - First Aid Measures
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Eyes:
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally
lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately.
Skin:
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15
minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing
before reuse.
Ingestion:
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical
aid immediately.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not
breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult,
give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
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Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
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General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases
may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion.
Extinguishing Media:
Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam.
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Explosion Limits, Lower:Not available.
Upper: Not available.
NFPA Rating:
(estimated) Health: ; Flammability: 1; Instability: 0; Special Hazard: OX
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Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
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General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective
Equipment section. Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a
suitable clean, dry, closed container for disposal. Avoid generating
dusty conditions. Provide ventilation.
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Section 7 - Handling and Storage
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Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and
wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust
generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and
clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and
inhalation.
Storage:
Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a tightly closed
container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from
incompatible substances.
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Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
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Engineering Controls:
Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits
| Chemical Name |
ACGIH |
NIOSH |
OSHA - Final PELs |
| o-Phenylenediamine dihydrochloride
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none listed
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none listed
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none listed
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| Potassium nitrate
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none listed
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none listed
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none listed
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OSHA Vacated PELs:
o-Phenylenediamine dihydrochloride:
No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.
Potassium nitrate:
No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical
safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face
protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European
Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin
exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin
exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29
CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a
NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved
respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if
irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
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Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
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Physical State: Tablets
Appearance: white
Odor: Not available.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Vapor Density: Not available.
Evaporation Rate:Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point:Not available.
Decomposition Temperature:Not available.
Solubility: Soluble.
Specific Gravity/Density:Not available.
Molecular Formula:mixture
Molecular Weight:Not available.
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Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
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Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Dust generation.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Combustible materials, strong reducing agents, easily oxidizable
materials.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Hydrogen chloride, carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen, carbon
dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported
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Section 11 - Toxicological Information
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RTECS#:
CAS# 615-28-1:
ST0175000
CAS# 7757-79-1:
TT3700000
LD50/LC50:
Not available.
CAS# 7757-79-1:
Oral, rabbit:
LD50 = 1901 mg/kg;
Oral, rat: LD50
= 3750 mg/kg;
Oral, rat: LD50 =
3540 mg/kg;
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Carcinogenicity:
CAS# 615-28-1:
- ACGIH:
Not listed.
- California:
carcinogen, initial date 5/15/98 (listed as o-Phenylenediamine salts).
- NTP:
Not listed.
- IARC:
Not listed.
CAS# 7757-79-1:
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
Epidemiology:
No information available.
Teratogenicity:
No information available.
Reproductive Effects:
No information available.
Mutagenicity:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
Neurotoxicity:
No information available.
Other Studies:
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Section 12 - Ecological Information
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No information available.
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Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
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Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified
as a hazardous waste.
US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3.
Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to
ensure complete and accurate classification.
RCRA P-Series: None listed.
RCRA U-Series: None listed.
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Section 14 - Transport Information
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US DOT |
Canada TDG |
| Shipping Name: |
NITRATES, INORGANIC, N.O.S. |
No information available. |
| Hazard Class: |
5.1 |
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| UN Number: |
UN1477 |
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| Packing Group: |
III |
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Section 15 - Regulatory Information
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US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 615-28-1 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
CAS# 7757-79-1 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
Health & Safety Reporting List
None of the chemicals are on the Health & Safety Reporting List.
Chemical Test Rules
None of the chemicals in this product are under a Chemical Test Rule.
Section 12b
None of the chemicals are listed under TSCA Section 12b.
TSCA Significant New Use Rule
None of the chemicals in this material have a SNUR under TSCA.
CERCLA Hazardous Substances and corresponding RQs
None of the chemicals in this material have an RQ.
SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances
None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.
SARA Codes
CAS # 615-28-1: immediate, sudden release of pressure, reactive.
CAS # 7757-79-1: immediate, delayed, fire.
Section 313
This material contains
o-Phenylenediamine dihydrochlo (CAS# 615-28-1, -%),which is subject
to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of SARA Title III and
This material contains Potassium
nitrate (listed as Water Dissociable Nitrate Compounds), %, (CAS#
7757-79-1) which is subject to the reporting requirements of Section
313 of SARA Title III and 40 CFR Part 373.
Clean Air Act:
This material does not contain any hazardous air pollutants.
This material does not contain any Class 1 Ozone depletors.
This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.
Clean Water Act:
None of the chemicals in this product
are listed as Hazardous Substances under the CWA.
None of the chemicals in this
product are listed as Priority Pollutants under the CWA.
None of the chemicals in this
product are listed as Toxic Pollutants under the CWA.
OSHA:
None of the chemicals in this product
are considered highly hazardous by OSHA.
STATE
CAS# 615-28-1 is not present on
state lists from CA, PA, MN, MA, FL, or NJ.
CAS# 7757-79-1 can be found on the
following state right to know lists: New Jersey, Pennsylvania,
Massachusetts.
California Prop 65
The following statement(s) is(are) made in order to comply with
the California Safe Drinking Water Act:
WARNING: This product contains o-Phenylenediamine dihydrochloride,
listed as `o-Phenylenediamine salts', a chemical known to the state
of California to cause cancer.
California No Significant Risk Level:
CAS# 615-28-1: 44 鎔/day NSRL
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols:
T O N
Risk Phrases:
R 20/21 Harmful by inhalation and in contact with skin.
R 25 Toxic if swallowed.
R 36 Irritating to eyes.
R 40 Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.
R 43 May cause sensitization by skin contact.
R 8 Contact with combustible material may cause fire.
R 50/53 Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term
adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
R 68 Possible risk of irreversible effects.
Safety Phrases:
S 36/37 Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.
S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice
immediately (show the label where possible).
S 60 This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardou
s waste.
S 28A After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water
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S 61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions
/safety data sheets.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 615-28-1: No information available.
CAS# 7757-79-1: 1
Canada - DSL/NDSL
CAS# 615-28-1 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 7757-79-1 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
Canada - WHMIS
This product has a WHMIS classification of D2B, C, D1B.
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard
criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS
contains all of the information required by those regulations.
Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List
CAS# 615-28-1 is not listed on the Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List.
CAS# 7757-79-1 is not listed on the Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List.
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Section 16 - Additional Information
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MSDS Creation Date: 10/12/1998
Revision #4 Date: 9/26/2007
The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best
information currently available to us. However, we make no warranty of
merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with respect to
such information, and we assume no liability resulting from its use. Users
should make their own investigations to determine the suitability of the
information for their particular purposes. In no event shall Fisher be liable
for any claims, losses, or damages of any third party or for lost profits
or any special, indirect, incidental, consequential or exemplary
damages, howsoever arising, even if Fisher has been advised of
the possibility of such damages.
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