Material Safety Data Sheet
Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product/Chemical Name: Elta Hydrogel
Chemical Formula: N/A
CAS Number: N/A
Other Designations: N/A
General Use: Topical
Contact: Swiss-American Products, Inc. 2055 Luna Rd., Suite 126, TX 75006 Phone: 972-385-2900
Revision: Rev. 1
Date Prepared: 01/16/08
Section 2 - Composition Information on Ingredients
Ingredient Name CAS Number %wt or % Vol
Purified Water 7732-18-5 Proprietary
Disodium EDTA 139-33-3 Proprietary
Glycerin 56-81-5 Proprietary
Methylparaben None Proprietary
Allantoin 97-59-6 Proprietary
Sorbitol 50-70-4 Proprietary
Carbopol 9003-01-4 Proprietary
Imidazolidinyl Urea 39236-46-9 Proprietary
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice None Proprietary
Triethanolamine 102-71-6 Proprietary
Section 3 - Hazards Identification
HMIS
Emergency Overview H 0
F 0
R 0
PPE 0
Potential Health Effects
NON-HAZARDOUS MATERIAL
Primary Entry Routes: Skin contact, inhalation, ingestion, eye contact.
Target Organs: Not known
Acute Effects: None known
Inhalation: Not considered an inhalation irritant.
Eye: Avoid contact with eyes.
Skin: Based on product history, lack of customer complaints, and label directions, this product should be safe if used
as intended.
Ingestion: Avoid ingestion.
Carcinogenicity: This material is not known to have carcinogenic properties.
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Long-Term Exposure: None known
Chronic Effects: None known
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Section 4 - First Aid Measures
Inhalation: Not a hazard
Eye Contact: In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with water for at least 15 minutes. Contact physician if
irritation persists.
Skin Contact: Not a hazard
Ingestion: Consult a physician
Special Precautions/Procedures: None known
Section 5 - Fire-Fighting
NFPA:
Flash Point: Not determined
Flash Point Method: Not determined
Burning Rate: Not determined
0
Autoignition Temperature: Not determined
LEL (% vol in air): Not known
UEL(% vol in air): Not known
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Flammability Classification: Non-flammable
Extinguishing Media: Carbon Dioxide, Dry chemical, Foam.
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: None known.
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Hazardous Combustion Products: None known
Fire-Fighting Instructions: Do not release runoff from fire control methods to sewers or waterways.
Fire-Fighting Equipment: Protective clothing should be worn.
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
Spill /Leak Procedures: Contain all spill and leaks to prevent discharge into environment. Ventilate area and
evacuate area of all non-essential personnel.
Small Spills: Soak up with absorbant, shovel into waste container, flush area with water.
Large Spills: Soak up with absorbant, shovel into waste container, flush area with water
Containment: Recover material for proper disposal.
Regulatory Requirements: Follow applicable OSHA regulations (29 CFR 1910.120) and local, state, and federal
regulations.
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
Handling Precautions: Spilled material is slippery, wash thoroughly after handling.
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Storage Requirements: Store in a well ventilated area and between 40 F and 86 F. Avoid overheating and freezing.
Regulatory Requirements: None known
Section 8 - Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Engineering Controls: None known
Ventilation: General ventilation recommended
Administrative Controls: None required for normal use
Respiratory Protection: None required for normal use
Protective Clothing/Equipment: None required for normal use. For prolonged exposure, use appropriate goggles,
protective clothing and gloves.
Comments: Never eat, drink, or smoke in work areas. Practice good personal hygiene after using this material,
especially before eating, drinking, smoking, using the toilet, or applying cosmetics.
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Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State: Gel Water Solubility: Soluble
Appearance and Odor: Clear/Colorless Other Solubilities: Not determined
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Odor Threshold: Not determined Boiling Point: 100 C
Freezing/Melting Point: 0oC
Vapor Pressure: Not determined
Viscosity @ 25oC: 55,000
Vapor Density (Air-=1): Not determined
Formula Weight: N/A Refractive Index: Not determined
Density: 1.05 Surface Tension: Not determined
Specific Gravity (H20=1, at 25?C): 1.05 % Volatile: Not determined
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pH (@ 25 C: 6.0 Evaporation Rate (nBuAc = 1): Not determined
Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
Stability: Product is stable
Polymerization: Hazardous polymerization will not occur.
Chemical Incompatibilities: None known
Conditions to Avoid: None known
Hazardous Decomposition Products: None known
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
Toxicity Data:
Eye Effects: Not considered an irritant but avoid contact with eyes. Chronic Effects: None known
Skin Effects: Not an irritant Carcinogenicity: Not carcinogenic
Acute Inhalation Effects: Not determined Mutagenicity: Not mutenagenic
Acute Oral Effects: Not determined Teratogenicity: Not teratogenic
Section 12 - Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity: Not considered an environmental hazard.
Environmental Fate: Not considered an environmental hazard.
Environmental Degradation: Not considered an environmental hazard.
Soil Absorption/Mobility: Not considered an environmental hazard.
Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
Disposal: Contact your supplier or a licensed contractor for detailed recommendations. Follow applicable Federal, state,
and local regulations.
Disposal Regulatory Requirements: Check local, state and federal requirements
Container Cleaning and Disposal: Discard in suitable trash container
Section 14 - Transport Information
DOT Transportation Data (49 CFR 172.101):
Not regulated
Section - 15 Regulatory Information
EPA Regulations: None known
OSHA Regulations: None known
State Regulations: May vary from state to state
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Section 16 - Other Information
Additional Hazard Rating Systems: None Known
Prepared by: Swiss-American Products, Inc. 2055 Luna Rd., Suite 126, Carrollton, TX 75006
Disclaimer: ALL INFORMATION, RECOMMENDATIONS, AND SUGGESTIONS APPEARING HEREIN CONCERNING OUR PRODUCT ARE BASED UPON
TESTS AND DATA BELIEVED TO BE RELIABLE. HOWEVER, IT IS THE USER'S RESPONSIBILITY TO DETERMINE THE SAFETY, TOXICITY, AND
SUITABILITY FOR HIS OWN USE OF THE PRODUCT DESCRIBED HEREIN. SINCE THE ACTUAL USE BY OTHERS IS BEYOND OUR CONTROL, NO
GUARANTEE, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, IS MADE BY SWISS-AMERICAN PRODUCTS, INC. AS TO THE EFFECTS OF SUCH USE, THE RESULTS TO BE
OBTAINED, OR THE SAFETY AND TOXICITY OF THE PRODUCT. THE INFORMATION HEREIN IS NOT TO BE CONSTRUED AS ABSOLUTELY COMPLETE
SINCE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE NECESSARY OR DESIRABLE WHEN PARTICULAR OR EXCEPTIONAL CONDITIONS OR CIRCUMSTANCES
EXIST OR BECAUSE OF APPLICABLE LAWS OR GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS.
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