2 COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Information for specific product ingredients as required by the
U.S. OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION STANDARD is listed. Refer to
additional sections of this MSDS for our assessment of the potential
hazards of this formulation.
HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS:
CAS# CHEMICAL NAME
3252-43-5 DIBROMOACETONITRILE
Irritant (skin); IARC=3 (carcinogen status not
classifiable)
No component is considered to be a carcinogen by the National Toxicology
Program, the International Agency for Research on Cancer, or the
Occupational Safety and Health Administration at OSHA thresholds for
carcinogens.
May cause moderate irritation to the skin. Potential skin
sensitizer. Corrosive to the eyes. Mists/aerosols cause irritation
to the upper respiratory tract.
Fire fighters should wear positive pressure self-contained breathing
apparatus(full face-piece type). Proper fire-extinguishing media:
Flood with water. Use of CO2 or foam may not be effective.
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POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
ACUTE SKIN EFFECTS:
Primary route of exposure; May cause moderate irritation to the
skin. Potential skin sensitizer.
ACUTE EYE EFFECTS:
Corrosive to the eyes.
ACUTE RESPIRATORY EFFECTS:
Mists/aerosols cause irritation to the upper respiratory tract.
INGESTION EFFECTS:
May cause gastrointestinal irritation. Very large doses may cause
diarrhea, depression, colic and death. May also cause severe
allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
TARGET ORGANS:
Repeated skin contact may cause sensitization.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED:
Not known.
SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE:
Causes redness or itching of skin, possibly leading to burns
(dependent on the length of exposure).
4 FIRST AID MEASURES
SKIN CONTACT:
Wash thoroughly with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing.
Thoroughly wash clothing before reuse. Get medical attention if
irritation develops or persists.
EYE CONTACT:
URGENT! Immediately flush eyes with plenty of low-pressure water
for at least 20 minutes while removing contact lenses. Hold eyelids
apart. Get immediate medical attention.
INHALATION:
Remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If
breathing has stopped, give artificial respiration. Get immediate
medical attention.
INGESTION:
Do not feed anything by mouth to an unconscious or convulsive
victim. Do not induce vomiting. Immediately contact physician.
Dilute contents of stomach using 3-4 glasses milk or water.
NOTES TO PHYSICIANS:
No special instructions
5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FIRE FIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS:
Fire fighters should wear positive pressure self-contained breathing
apparatus (full face-piece type).
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:
Flood with water. Use of CO2 or foam may not be effective.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:
Thermal decomposition (destructive fires) yields elemental oxides.
FLASH POINT:
> 200F > 93C SETA(CC)
MISCELLANEOUS:
Environmentally hazardous substance: Marine Pollutant
UN3082;Emergency Response Guide #171
6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
PROTECTION AND SPILL CONTAINMENT:
Ventilate area. Use specified protective equipment. Contain and
absorb on absorbent material. Place in waste disposal container.
Flush area with water. Spread sand/grit. Neutralize with soda ash.
DISPOSAL INSTRUCTIONS:
Water contaminated with this product may be sent to a sanitary sewer
treatment facility,in accordance with any local agreement,a permitted
waste treatment facility or discharged under a permit. Product
as is - Dispose of in approved pesticide facility or according to
label instructions.
7 HANDLING & STORAGE
HANDLING:
Acidic. Corrosive(Eyes). Do not mix with alkaline material.
STORAGE:
Keep containers closed when not in use. Avoid excessive heat and
contamination. Store only in vented containers.
8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
EXPOSURE LIMITS
CHEMICAL NAME
DIBROMOACETONITRILE
PEL (OSHA): NOT DETERMINED
TLV (ACGIH): NOT DETERMINED
DBNPA (2,2-DIBROMO-3-NITRILOPROPIONAMIDE)
PEL (OSHA): NOT DETERMINED
TLV (ACGIH): NOT DETERMINED
MISC: Note- manufacturer's recommended exposure limit: 2
mg/m3(ceiling)-for powder.
SODIUM BROMIDE
PEL (OSHA): NOT DETERMINED
TLV (ACGIH): NOT DETERMINED
MONOBROMO-3-NITRILOPROPIONAMIDE
PEL (OSHA): NOT DETERMINED
TLV (ACGIH): NOT DETERMINED
2,2-DIBROMOPROPANEDIAMIDE
PEL (OSHA): NOT DETERMINED
TLV (ACGIH): NOT DETERMINED
ENGINEERING CONTROLS:
Adequate ventilation to maintain air contaminants below exposure
limits.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
Use protective equipment in accordance with 29CFR 1910 Subpart I
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:
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.
USE AIR PURIFYING RESPIRATORS WITHIN USE LIMITATIONS ASSOCIATED
WITH THE EQUIPMENT OR ELSE USE SUPPLIED AIR-RESPIRATORS.
If air-purifying respirator use is appropriate, use a
respirator with organic vapor/acid gas cartridges and
dust/mist prefilters.
SKIN PROTECTION:
butyl gloves-- Wash off after each use. Replace as necessary.
EYE PROTECTION:
splash proof chemical goggles
9 PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Specific Grav.(70F,21C) 1.269 Vapor Pressure (mmHG) < 0.1
Freeze Point (F) ~~0 Vapor Density (air=1) > 1.00
Freeze Point (C) ~ -18
Viscosity(cps 70F,21C) 64 % Solubility (water) 100.0
Odor Slight
Appearance Yellow To Amber
Physical State Liquid
Flash Point SETA(CC) > 200F > 93C
pH As Is (approx.) 1.9
Evaporation Rate (Ether=1) < 1.00
NA = not applicable ND = not determined
10 STABILITY & REACTIVITY
STABILITY:
Stable under normal storage conditions.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:
Will not occur.
INCOMPATIBILITIES:
Above 120 deg. C bromine, cyanogen bromide and dibromoacetonitrile
are formed. May react with bases or strong oxidizers.
DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:
Thermal decomposition (destructive fires) yields elemental oxides.
INTERNAL PUMPOUT/CLEANOUT CATEGORIES:
"B"
13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
If this undiluted product is discarded as a waste, the US RCRA
hazardous waste identification number is :
D002=Corrosive(pH).
Please be advised; however, that state and local requirements for
waste disposal may be more restrictive or otherwise different from
federal regulations. Consult state and local regulations regarding
the proper disposal of this material.
14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT HAZARD: Environmentally hazardous substance:
Marine Pollutant
UN / NA NUMBER: UN3082
DOT EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE #: 171
15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
TSCA:
This is an EPA registered biocide and is exempt from TSCA
inventory requirements.
CERCLA AND/OR SARA REPORTABLE QUANTITY (RQ):
No regulated constituent present at OSHA thresholds
FIFRA REGISTRATION NUMBER:
3876- 95
FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION:
The ingredients in this product are approved by FDA under 21 CFR
176.170, 176.300 and 173.320.
USDA FEDERALLY INSPECTED MEAT AND POULTRY PLANTS:
This product contains ingredients that have been determined as
safe for use in systems for cooking or cooling containers of
meat and/or poultry and in systems with no food contact. (G5,
G7)
SARA SECTION 312 HAZARD CLASS:
Immediate(acute);Delayed(Chronic)
SARA SECTION 302 CHEMICALS:
No regulated constituent present at OSHA thresholds
SARA SECTION 313 CHEMICALS:
No regulated constituent present at OSHA thresholds
CALIFORNIA REGULATORY INFORMATION
CALIFORNIA SAFE DRINKING WATER AND TOXIC
ENFORCEMENT ACT (PROPOSITION 65) CHEMICALS PRESENT:
No regulated constituents present
MICHIGAN REGULATORY INFORMATION
No regulated constituent present at OSHA thresholds
16 OTHER INFORMATION
NFPA/HMIS CODE TRANSLATION
Health 3 Serious Hazard
Fire 1 Slight Hazard
Reactivity 0 Minimal Hazard
Special ACID pH below 2.1
(1) Protective Equipment B Goggles,Gloves
(1) refer to section 8 of MSDS for additional protective equipment
recommendations.