Material Safety Data Sheet
MSDS ID: WT-285
* * * Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification * * *
Product Name: PRAESTOL 2500
Chemical Name: Granular polyacrylamide
Manufacturer Information
Emergency Telephone Number: 1-800-ASHLAND (1-800-274-5263)
Ashland, Inc.
24-hours everyday
P.O. Box 2219 Regulatory Information Number: 1-800-325-3751
Phone: Non-emergency # (800) 242-2271
Columbus, OH 43216
(614) 790-3333
General Comments
Emergency telephone numbers are to be used only in the event of chemical emergencies involving a spill, leak,
fire, exposure or accident involving the product. All Non-emergency questions should be directed to the Toll Free,
Non-Emergency number above.
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* * * Section 2 - Hazards Identification * * *
Emergency Overview
Spilled product in contact with water or moisture causes surfaces to become extremely slippery. This product is
not classified as a hazard by OSHA.
Potential Health Effects: Eyes
Product is not an irritant
Potential Health Effects: Skin
This product is not a skin irritant.
Potential Health Effects: Ingestion
Harmful if swallowed.
Potential Health Effects: Inhalation
This product is a dust. Inhalation of dusts can cause respiratory irritation. Use appropriate personal protection
equipment when using this product.
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure
Since this product is a dust, any respiratory problem may become acute if dust is inhaled. Use appropriate
respiratory breathing apparatus as needed.
HMIS Ratings: Health: 1 Fire: 0 Reactivity: 0 Pers. Prot.: B
Hazard Scale: 0 = Minimal 1 = Slight 2 = Moderate 3 = Serious 4 = Severe * = Chronic hazard
* * * Section 3 - Composition / Information on Ingredients * * *
CAS # Component
9003-05-8 Polyacrylamides
甊egistered trademark, Ashland
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Component Information/Information on Non-Hazardous Components
Components are listed on TSCA (40 CFR 700). Not classified as an OSHA hazard under 29 CFR 1910.1200
* * * Section 4 - First Aid Measures * * *
First Aid: Eyes
Immediately flush eyes with water for at least 15 minutes, while holding eyelids open. Seek medical attention.
First Aid: Skin
Wash thoroughly with soap and water.
First Aid: Ingestion
If ingested, get immediate medical attention. Do not induce vomiting unless instructed to do so by medical
personnel.
First Aid: Inhalation
Move to source of fresh air.
* * * Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures * * *
General Fire Hazards
No recognized fire hazards associated with the finished product. Dust in sufficient concentration can result in an
explosive mixture in air. Handle to minimize dusting and eliminate open flame and other sources of ignition
Upper Flammable Limit (UFL): Not determined
Lower Flammable Limit (LFL): Not determined
Method Used: DIN EN 22791
Flash Point: >200oC
Flammability Classification: Not determined.
Auto Ignition: >400cC Method VDI 2263 (D), Fine dust/medium 50 microns.
Hazardous Combustion Products
On thermal decomposition oxides of carbon and nitrogen.
Extinguishing Media
Dry chemical, foam, carbon dioxide, water fog.
Fire Fighting Equipment/Instructions
Firefighters should wear full protective clothing including self contained breathing apparatus.
NFPA Ratings: Health: 1 Fire: 0 Reactivity: 0
Hazard Scale: 0 = Minimal 1 = Slight 2 = Moderate 3 = Serious 4 = Severe
* * * Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures * * *
Containment Procedures
Vacuum up product that is spilled. Flush residuals to the drain for normal biological treatment. CAUTION - spilled
material in contact with water creates very slippery conditions. Place waste in a labeled container.
Clean-Up Procedures
None specified.
Evacuation Procedures
Isolate area. Keep unnecessary personnel away.
Special Procedures
Remove spills promptly as they may make floors slippery. Several washes and/or the use of detergents may be
necessary to completely clean any spill.
* * * Section 7 - Handling and Storage * * *
Handling Procedures
Handle as an irritant. Do not get into eyes.
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Storage Procedures
Store product is a clean, dry area. Keep containers tightly closed.
* * * Section 8 - Exposure Controls / Personal Protection * * *
A: Component Exposure Limits
No information is available.
Engineering Controls
Provide adequate ventilation to minimize worker exposure.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Personal Protective Equipment: Eyes/Face
Safety glasses or protective goggles.
Personal Protective Equipment: Skin
Skin contact should be minimized. Impervious gloves (rubber or neoprene) are recommended.
Personal Protective Equipment: Respiratory
Use a nuisance dust mask for dusty conditions.
Personal Protective Equipment: General
CAUTION Extreme slipping hazard when wet.
* * * Section 9 - Physical & Chemical Properties * * *
White granular odorless
Appearance: Odor:
5 ?9 @ 10 g/l (20oC)
Solid
Physical State: pH:
Not applicable Not applicable
Vapor Pressure: Vapor Density:
Not applicable Not applicable
Boiling Point: Melting Point:
At 20oC, Soluble with a rise in viscosity 0.7g/cm3
Solubility (H2O): Density
>200oC (DIN EN 22791)
Not applicable
Evaporation Rate: Flash Point:
* * * Section 10 - Chemical Stability & Reactivity Information * * *
Chemical Stability
Stable under usual application conditions.
Chemical Stability: Conditions to Avoid
Temperatures >160oC.
Incompatibility
None identified.
Hazardous Decomposition
None identified.
Hazardous Polymerization
Hazardous polymerization will not occur.
* * * Section 11 - Toxicological Information * * *
Acute and Chronic Toxicity
A: General Product Information
Acute Oral: LD50 Mouse
Dose: >1,200 mg/kg
Method: preliminary investigation
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Acute Oral: LD50 Mouse
Dose: >5,000 mg/kg
Method: preliminary investigation
Expected value
Skin irritation: Not irritative
Eye irritation: Result: Very slight eye irritation.
Particle effect
Sensitization: Guinea pig
Result: 0% (0/20)
Method: OECD 406
No sensitization.
B: Acute Toxicity-LD50/LC50
No LD50/LC50's are available for this product's components.
Carcinogenicity
A: General Product Information
NTP: No
IARC: No
OSHA: No
B: Component Carcinogenicity
No information is available.
* * * Section 12 - Ecological Information * * *
Ecotoxicity
A: General Product Information
Biodegradability: Due to its high polymer structure, the biodegradation of the product is
negligible.
Toxicity to algae EC50 >1000 mg/l
Exposure time: 72 hours
Information from literature
Bacterial toxicity: Ps. putida
EC50 >2500 mg/l
Exposure time: 24-hours
Method: DEV L 8
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Fish toxicity: Leuciscus idus
LC50 >4000mg/l
Exposure Item: 96-hours
Method: OECD 203
Further info: Data reported in section 11 and 12 have been determined on a
comparable product in the Laboratory for Toxicology and Ecology,
STOCKHAUSEN GmbH, Krefeld, Germany.
Further info: Prevent concentrated product from penetrating into waters without
biological waste water treatment.
Environmental Fate
Due to its large polymer structure, the biodegradation of this product is negligible.
* * * Section 13 - Disposal Considerations * * *
US EPA Waste Number & Descriptions
A: General Product Information
Incinerate or dispose of solidified product according to local, state and federal regulations. Unadulterated product
is considered non-hazardous.
B: Component Waste Numbers
No EPA Waste Numbers are applicable for this product's components.
Disposal Instructions
Contain and collect using absorbent material if needed. Flush residuals to drain for normal biological treatment.
Place collected material into suitable containers for proper disposal.
* * * Section 14 - Transportation Information * * *
International Transportation Regulations
This product is not regulated as a hazardous material by the United States (DOT) or Canadian (TDG)
transportation regulations.
* * * Section 15 - Regulatory Information * * *
US Federal Regulations
A: General Product Information
SARA 313 reportable toxic chemicals - None
B: Clean Air Act
No information is available.
C: Component Analysis
No information is available.
State Regulations
Component Analysis - State
This product contains <0.10% residual acrylamide (CAS# 79-06-1), and the following states recognize acrylamide
as a carcinogen or suspected carcinogen: CA (Prop 65), MA, MN, NJ & PA.
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California Proposition 65
The following statement is made in order to comply with the California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic
enforcement Act of 1986: This product contains the following substance(s) known to the state of
California to cause cancer:
Component CAS #
Acrylamide 79-06-1
New Jersey RTK Label Information
Component CAS #
Acrylamide 79-06-1
Pennsylvania RTK Label information
Component CAS #
Acrylamide 79-06-1
Component Analysis - WHMIS IDL
No components are listed in the WHMIS IDL.
Component Analysis - Inventory
Component CAS # TSCA CAN EEC
Polyacrylamides 9003-05-8 Yes DSL No
* * * Section 16 - Other Information * * *
Other Information
The information accumulated herein is believed to be accurate but is not warranted to be whether originating with
the company or not. Recipients are advised to confirm in advance of need that the information is current,
applicable and suitable to their circumstances.
This is the end of MSDS ID: WT-285
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