COLDSTAR INTERNATIONAL
P O BOX 54 Johnson City, TN 37686
423-538-5551 Fax: 423-538-3030
Issued: March 2003
Chemical Composition Data
Item Description Part Number
ColdStar Disposable Instant Cold Pack 0101, 0102, 0103, 0104, 411204
Issued March, 2003
SECTION ONE CHEMICAL COMPOSITION DATA
ITEM: C.A.S. NO. PERCENT
Ammonium Nitrate 6484-52-2 45.45
Water 7732-18-5 51.45
Proprietary 1.00
Acrylic Acid, Polymers (Film) 9003-01-4 2.10
100.00
The above chemicals are separated into compartments before activation of the cold pack. Compartment 1: Ammonium Nitrate (powder), Compartment
2: Water
The product contains the following toxic chemicals subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of Title III Emergency Planning and Community
Right To Know Act of 1986 and 40 CFR.: AMMONIUM NITRATE
SECTION TWO PHYSICAL DATA
Boiling Point >100癈
Vapor Pressure 760 MM HG @ 100?C
Vapor Density >1
Evaporation Rate N/A
Solubility in Water Very Soluble
Specific Gravity S=1.7; LIQ=1.1
Percent Volatile 46
Volatile Organic Compounds N/D
Voc Less H2O & Exempt Solvents N/D
pH 7.0
Viscosity N/A
Melting Point N/D
Appearance and Odor Solid=While, Liquid=Hazy
SECTION THREE FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash Point N/D
Flammable Limits: LEL N/A
Flammable Limits: UEL N/A
Autoignition Temperature N/D
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Water
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES:
Wear full protective clothing, including helmet, self contained, positive pressure or pressure demand breathing apparatus, bunker coat and
pants, bands around arms, waist and legs, face mask and protective covering for exposed areas of the head. These fire fighting procedures
are applicable in warehouse situations. Single units would not call for the above procedures.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS:
Confinement at elevated temperatures or exposure to strong oxidizers may cause an explosion.
Abbreviations: N/D - Not Determined, N/A - Not Applicable
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New Pig MSDS# (MSD-V377)
ColdStar International Chemical Composition Data
0101, 0102, 0103, 0104 璉nstant Cold Pack Issued March, 2003
NFPA Hazard Codes:
Health:1 Fire: 1 Reactivity: 0 Unusual Reaction Hazard: N/D
OSHA FIRE HAZARD CLASS: Not Determined
SECTION FOUR REACTIVITY DATA
STABILITY: Stable
INCOMPATIBILITY-MATERIALS/CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Strong oxidizing agents, heat
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Hazardous polymerization will not occur.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Ammonium Salts
SECTION FIVE ENVIORNMENTAL INFORMATION
SPILL RESPONSE:
Cover with inorganic absorbent material. If dry, shovel into dry container and cover.
RECOMMENDED DISPOSAL:
Incinerate in an industrial or commercial facility. Dispose of waste product in a facitlity permitted to accept chemical waste.
ENVIORONMENTAL DATA: None
EPCRA HAZARD CLASS: Fire hazard: NO Pressure: NO Reactivity: NO Acute: NO Chronic: NO
SECTION SIX SUGGESTED FIRST AID
EYE CONTACT: Immediately flush eyes with large amounts of water. Get immediate medical attention.
SKIN CONTACT: Flush skin with large amounts of water. If irritation persists, get medical attention.
INHALATION: No need for first aid is anticipated.
IF SWALLOWED: Drink two glasses of water. Call a physician.
SECTION SEVEN PRECAUTIONARY INFORMATION
EYE PROTECTION: Avoid eye contact.
SKIN PROTECTION: Avoid skin contact.
RECOMMENDED VENTILATION: Not applicable.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Not applicable.
PREVENTION OF ACCIDENTAL INGESTION: Do not ingest.
RECOMMENDED STORAGE: Store at temperatures which are below 80 degrees F (26 degrees C). Keep out
of reach of children.
FIRE AND EXPLOSION AVOIDANCE: Explosive when dry. Do not heat under confinement.
EXPOSURE LIMITS:
Ingredient: Value Unit Type Auth Skin*
Ammonium Nitrate NONE NONE NONE NONE
Water NONE NONE NONE NONE
* SKIN NOTATION: Listed substances indicated with "Y" under SKIN refer to the potential contribution to the overall exposure by the
cutaneous route including mucous membrane and eye, either by airborne, or more particularly, by direct contact
with the substance. Vehicles can alter skin absorption.
SOURCE OF EXPOSURE LIMIT DATA: None established.
SECTION EIGHT HEALTH HAZARD DATA
EYE CONTACT: Eye contact is not expected to occur during normal use of the product.
Abbreviations: N/D - Not Determined, N/A - Not Applicable
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New Pig MSDS# (MSD-V377)
ColdStar International Chemical Composition Data
0101, 0102, 0103, 0104 璉nstant Cold Pack Issued March, 2003
SKIN CONTACT: Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause:
Frostbite: signs/symptoms can include firm blanched areas, redness, pain, tissue destruction,
swelling and scar tissue formation.
INHALATION: No adverse health effects are expected from inhalation exposure.
IF SWALLOWED: Ingestion is not a likely route of exposure to this product. Ingestion may cause: Irritation of gastrointestinal
tissues: signs /symptoms can include pain, vomiting, abdominal tenderness, nausea, blood in vomitus and
blood in feces.
OTHER HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION:
Exposure to the contents of the pack may cause eye and skin irritation. If pack breaks, discard and wash
the affected area with soap and water.
Information on this Material Safety Data Sheet represents our current data and best opinion as to the proper use and handling of the
Product under normal conditions. Any use of the product which is not in conformance with this Material Safety Data Sheet or which
involved using the product in combination with any
other product or any other process is the responsibility of the user.
Product code 2260802025 Instant Cold Icepack is not restricted under the U.S. Department of Transportation 49 CFR and International
Air Transport Association (ATA) dangerous goods regulations.
Abbreviations: N/D - Not Determined, N/A - Not Applicable
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New Pig MSDS# (MSD-V377)
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