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BBC Biochemical MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Information
Common Name: Sulfosalicylic Acid 5% Code: MA0505004
Supplier: Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-5-sulfo-, MSDS#: MA0505004
dihydrate; Salicylsulfonic Acid; 3-
Carboxy-4-Hydroxybenzene-Sulfonic
Acid
Synonym: None Validation Date: 3-27-09
Trade Name: Print Date: 3-27-09
Material Uses: Responsible Name: Dr. B
Manufacturer: BBC Biochemical In Case of Emergency: 1-800-424-9300 Chemtrec
PO Box 1320 USA
409 Eleanor Lane 1-202-483-7616 Chemtrec Intrl
Mount Vernon, WA 98273 1-800-635-4477
1-800-635-4477
Section 2. Composition and Information on Ingredients
Name CAS# % by Weight Exposure Limits
1) Water 1737-87-1 95
2) 5-Sulfosalicylic Acid 97-05-2 5
Section 3. Hazards Identification
Physical State and Clear aqueous solution.
Appearance
Emergency Overview Not available.
Routes of Entry Eye contact, inhalation, ingestion, skin contact.
Potential Acute Health Effects
Eyes May cause irritation with redness and pain.
Skin May cause irritation with redness and pain.
Inhalation May cause irritation of the mucous membranes with sore throat and coughing.
Ingestion Irritant to the gastrointestinal system.
Potential Chronic Health
Effects
Medical Conditions N/A
Aggravated by
Overexposure
Overexposure/
Signs/Symptoms
Section 4. First Aid Measures
Eye Contact Immediately flush eyes thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes.
Skin Contact Wash thoroughly with water.
Inhalation Remove to fresh air, give artificial respiration if breathing has stopped.
Ingestion Get immediate medical attention; if conscious, give water freely. Do not induce vomiting.
Notes to Physician Not available.
Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
Flammability of the Not available.
Product
Auto-ignition Not available.
Temperature
Flash Points Not available.
Flammable Limits Not available.
Products of Combustion Not available.
Fire Hazards in Presence Not available.
Of Various Substances
Explosion Hazards in Not available.
Presence of Various
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Substances
Fire Fighting Media Wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
and Instructions
Protective Clothing (Fire)
Special Remarks on Fire No unusual fire and/or explosion hazards indicated.
Hazards
Special Remarks on
Explosion Hazards
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill and Leak Evacuate the area of all unnecessary personnel. Wear suitable protective equipment listed under
section VIII. Contain the release and eliminate it's source, if this can be done without risk. Take up
and containerize for proper disposal as described under Waste Disposal Method. Comply with
Federal, State, and Local regulations on reporting releases.
Large Spill and Leak Same as above.
Section 7, Handling and Storage
Handling Avoid prolonged, or repeated contact with skin. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Wash
thoroughly after handling. Do not take internally. Eye wash and safety equipment should be readily
available.
Storage Keep container closed.
Section 8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Engineering Controls
Personal Protection
Eyes Safety glasses with side shields should be worn at all times.
Body Impervious protective clothing should be worn to prevent skin contact.
Respiratory A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements
must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant a respirator's use.
Hands Protective gloves, rubber or equivalent, should be worn to prevent skin contact.
Feet Impervious shoes should be worn to prevent skin contact.
Personal Protection in
Case of a Large Spill Safety glasses with side shields, impervious clothing and footwear, protective gloves, respirator if
necessary.
Product Name Exposure Limits
1)
2)
3)
Consult Local authorities before acceptable exposure limits.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State and Colorless liquid. Odor: Odorless.
Appearance
Molecular Weight Not applicable. Taste: Not available.
Molecular Formula Not applicable. Color: Colorless.
pH (1%/Water) Not applicable.
Boiling/Condensation Not available.
Point
Melting/Freezing Point Not applicable.
Critical Temperature Not applicable.
Specific Gravity Not determined.
Vapor Pressure Not determined.
Vapor Density Not determined.
Volatility Not available.
Odor Threshold Not applicable.
Evaporation Rate Not determined.
VOC Not available.
Viscosity Not available.
Ionicity (in water) Not available.
Dispersion Properties Not available.
Solubility Soluble in water.
Physical Chemical Not available.
Comments
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Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability and Reactivity Stable.
Conditions of Instability Not available.
Incompatibility with Not available.
Various Substances
Hazardous Decomposition Not available.
Products
Hazardous Does not occur.
Polymerization
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Toxicity to Animals LD50: Not available.
LC50: Not available.
Chronic Effects on
Humans
Other Toxic Effects on
Humans
Special Remarks on Not available.
Toxicity to Animals
Special Remarks on Not available.
Chronic Effects on
Humans
Special Remarks on Not available.
Other Toxic Effects
on Humans
Section 12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity Not available.
BODS and COD Not available.
Biodegradable/OEDC Not available.
Mobility Not available.
Toxicity of the Not available.
Products of
Biodegradation
Special Remarks on Not available.
The Products of
Biodegradation
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste Information Not available.
Waste Stream Not available.
Consult your local or regional authorities.
Section 14. Transport Information
DOT Classification Not hazardous.
Marine Pollutant Not available.
Hazardous Substances Not available.
Reportable Quantity
Special Provisions for Not applicable.
Transport
TDG Classification Not controlled under TDG (Canada).
ADR/RID Classification Not controlled under ADR (Europe).
IMO/IMDG Classification Not controlled under IMDG.
ICAO/IATA Classification Not controlled under IATA.
Section 15. Other Information
Label requirements
Fire Hazard
Hazardous Material National Fire
1
Health
0
Information System Protection
0
Fire Hazard Health Reactivity
1 0
(U.S.A.) Association
0
Reactivity
(U.S.A.) Specific Hazard
Personal Protection
References
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Other Special
Considerations
Notice to Reader
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above named supplier nor any of its subsidiaries
assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein.
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