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Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification
MSDS Name:
Methenamine/Borax
Catalog Numbers:
88023
Synonyms:
None Known.
Company Identification:
Richard Allan Scientific
4481 Campus Drive
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
Company Phone Number:
800-522-7270
Emergency Phone Number:
800-424-9300
CHEMTREC Phone Number, US:
(800) 424-9300
CHEMTREC Phone Number, Europe:
(202) 483-7616
Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients
EINECS/
CAS# Chemical Name Hazard Symbols Risk Phrases
Percent ELINCS
7732-18-5 Water >99 231-791-2
100-97-0 Methenamine <1.0 202-905-8
1303-96-4 Borates, tetra, sodium salts, decahydrate <1.0 Not available.
Section 3 - Hazards Identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Appearance: No information found.
Caution! May cause eye, skin, and respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties
of this material have not been fully investigated.
Target Organs: no data found.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause eye irritation.
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Skin:
May cause skin irritation.
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.
Section 4 - First Aid Measures
Eyes:
In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical aid.
Skin:
In case of contact, flush skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if
irritation develops and persists. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
If swallowed, do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth
to an unconscious person. Get medical aid.
Inhalation:
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get
medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
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.
Autoignition Temperature:
Explosion Limits:
Lower: Upper:
Flash Point:
NFPA Rating:
(estimated) Health: 1; Flammability: 0; Instability: 0
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Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
General Information:
Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth), then place in suitable container. Clean up spills
immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Provide ventilation.
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep
container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
Storage:
Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
Engineering Controls:
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use
adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits
Chemical Name ACGIH NIOSH OSHA
None listed. None listed. None listed.
Water
None listed. None listed. None listed.
Methenamine
2 mg/m3 TWA (inhalable 5 mg/m3 TWA None listed.
Borates, tetra, sodium salts,
fraction, listed under
decahydrate
borate compounds,
inorganic) ;6 mg/m3
STEL (inhalable fraction,
listed under borate
compounds, inorganic)
OSHA Vacated PELs
Borates, tetra, sodium salts, decahydrate: 10 mg/m3 TWA
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear chemical splash goggles.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
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Respirators:
A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European
Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant respirator use.
Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State: Liquid
Color:
Odor:
pH:
Vapor Pressure:
Vapor Density:
Evaporation Rate:
Viscosity:
Boiling Point:
Freezing/Melting Point:
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility in water: Soluble.
Specific Gravity/Density:
Molecular Formula: Solution
Molecular Weight
Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
None reported.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials
strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization
Has not been reported
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
RTECS:
CAS# 7732-18-5: ZC0110000
CAS# 100-97-0: MN4725000
CAS# 1303-96-4: VZ2275000
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LD50/LC50:
CAS# 7732-18-5:
Oral, rat: LD50 = >90 mL/kg.
CAS# 100-97-0:
Oral, mouse: LD50 = 569 mg/kg.
CAS# 1303-96-4:
Oral, mouse: LD50 = 2 gm/kg
Oral, rat: LD50 = 2660 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
CAS# 7732-18-5: Not listed as a carcinogen by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
CAS# 100-97-0: Not listed as a carcinogen by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
CAS# 1303-96-4: Not listed as a carcinogen by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
Epidemiology:
No information found.
Teratogenicity:
No information found.
Reproductive:
No information found.
Mutagenicity:
No information found.
Neurotoxicity:
No information found.
Other:
The toxicological properties have not been fully investigated.
Section 12 - Ecological Information
Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
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 40CFR Part 261.3.
Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and
accurate classification.
RCRA P Series Wastes
None of the components are on this list.
RCRA U Series Wastes
None of the components are on this list.
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Section 14 - Transport Information
US DOT Canadian TDG
Proper Shipping Not regulated. Not regulated.
Name:
Hazard Class:
UN Number:
Packing Group:
Section 15 - Regulatory Information
US Federal
TSCA
CAS# 7732-18-5 is listed on the TSCA Inventory.
CAS# 100-97-0 is listed on the TSCA Inventory.
CAS# 1303-96-4 is listed on the TSCA Inventory.
Health and Safety Reporting List
None of the components are on this list.
Chemical Test Rules
None of the components are on this list.
TSCA Section 12b
None of the components are on this list.
TSCA Significant New Use Rule (SNUR)
None of the components are on this list.
CERCLA Hazardous Substances and corresponding RQs
None of the components are on this list.
SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances
None of the components are on this list.
SARA Hazard Categories
CAS# 100-97-0: immediate, delayed, fire.
CAS# 1303-96-4: delayed.
SARA Section 313
None of the components are on this list.
Clean Air Act - Hazardous Air Pollutants (HAPs)
None of the components are on this list.
Clean Air Act - Class 1 Ozone Depletors
None of the components are on this list.
Clean Air Act - Class 2 Ozone Depletors
None of the components are on this list.
Clean Water Act - Hazardous Substances
None of the components are on this list.
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Clean Water Act - Priority Pollutants
None of the components are on this list.
Clean Water Act - Toxic Pollutants
None of the components are on this list.
OSHA - Highly Hazardous
None of the components are on this list.
OSHA - Specifically Regulated Chemicals
None of the components are on this list.
US State
State Right to Know
Methenamine can be found on the following state Right-to-Know lists: New Jersey.
Borates, tetra, sodium salts, decahydrate can be found on the following state Right-to-Know lists: California, New
Jersey, Pennsylvania, Minnesota, Massachusetts.
California Prop 65
CAS# 7732-18-5
CAS# 100-97-0
CAS# 1303-96-4
California No Significant Risk Level
CAS# 7732-18-5
CAS# 100-97-0
CAS# 1303-96-4
European/International Regulations
European Labelling in Accordance with EC Directives:
Hazard Symbols:
Risk Phrases:
Safety Phrases: S 24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
United Kingdom Occupational Exposure Limits
United Kingdom Maximum Exposure Limits
Canadian DSL/NDSL
CAS# 7732-18-5 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 100-97-0 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 1303-96-4 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
Canadian WHMIS Classifications
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# 100-97-0 is listed on the Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List.
CAS# 1303-96-4 is listed on the Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List.
Section 16 - Other Information
Color information has been
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MSDS Creation Date: July 27, 2005
Revision Date: May 29, 2008
This MSDS is intended for review and guidance in the receipt, storage, handling, use and disposal of product purchased from us, and
for no other purpose. Use this product only as directed and in accordance with applicable instructions and warnings provided with
the product. Please consult your institution's policies regarding use of this product. If you have obtained this MSDS other than in
connection with the supply of this product from us, this MSDS should be consulted for general information only, and should not be
relied upon for any purpose. As with the use of all hazardous materials, you should in all instances follow the guidance of the MSDS
provided or available with the specific product purchased.
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