2. Physical Description/Properties
Specific Gravity: 3.8 ?4.1
PH Value 7.0 ?8.5 (aqueous suspension)
Appearance: White powder
Odor: None
Solubility: Insoluble in water.
3. Hazard Information
May be harmful if inhaled. Long term exposure may cause lung damage.
Eye irritant-Can cause redness, tearing and swelling.
Skin contact may cause allergic reaction.
Inhalation may cause upper respiratory irritation.
Ingestion not likely to be hazardous.
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4. First Aid Information
Skin: Remove contaminated clothing and wash before re-
use. Immediately wash contaminated skin with
running water.
Ingestion: Immediately rinse mouth with water. Induce vomiting
only at the instruction of a physician. Seek
immediate medical attention.
Eyes: Flush with water for 15 minutes. Seek medical
attention if irritation persists.
Inhalation: Remove person to fresh air. Get immediate medical
attention if breathing is difficult or short.
5. Handling and Storage
Storage: Store in a dry well-ventilated area avoiding
direct exposure to humidity.
Stability in storage: two years
6. Employee Protection Recommendations
The employee should wear protective clothes and avoid direct physical
contact with the product.
Eye Protection: Wear chemical safety glasses or goggles
Hand Protective Requirements: Wear protective gloves.
Skin Protective Requirements: Wear overalls.
Ventilation: Local exhaust
7. Toxicological Information
Low toxicity
LD50 acute oral for rats: >15,000mg/kg
8. Fire and Explosion Data
There is no fire or explosion hazard
TLV/TWA 10mg/m3
Exposure standard limits:
Extinguish Media: Spray water, Carbon Dioxide, foam,
sand or dry chemical.
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9. Reactivity
Chemical stability: Stable when stored in original container protected
from heat and moisture.
Hazardous Polymerization: Does not occur.
Materials to avoid: Reacts violently with lithium at 200癈; reaction may
also occur with other metals.
Hazardous products of
decomposition: None
10. Accidental Release and Disposal
Spills: Sweep up and place in closable container. Wear appropriate
protective clothing and safety devices. Do not use water to remove
spilled material.
Disposal: Bury waste and empty containers in licensed landfill in
adherence to federal, state and local regulations.
11. Transportation Information
DOT Status Not regulated
DOT shipping name None
DOT reportable qty. (lbs) None
ICAO/IATA Status Not regulated
Proper shipping name None
UN/NA number None
IMDG Status Not regulated
TDG Canada Not regulated
12. Regulatory Information
Worldwide Inventory Status
TSCA (USA): Listed
Canadian DSL: Listed
Canadian NDSL: N/A
EINECS/ELINCS (Europe): Listed
Japanese Inventory (ENCS): Listed
Korean Chemical Inventory (ECL): Listed
Australian Chemical Inventories (AICS): Listed
New Zealand (NZ): Listed
Philippines (PICCS) Inventory: Listed
China (CLECS): Listed
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US Regulatory Rules
SARA Section 302: None
SARA 311/312 Hazard Categories: Immediate and chronic health
SARA 313 Chemical: None
Other Regulations:
California Proposition 65: None
New Jersey Right-to-Know List:
Pennsylvania Right-to-Know List: None
Florida Right-to-Know List: N/A
Minnesota Right-to-Know List: N/A
MA Right-to-Know List: N/A
13. Other Information
HMIS Classification Health 3 Flammability 0 Reactivity 0
Important Note: The information provided is without warranty regarding
its accuracy or completeness. The information may not be valid under
all conditions. The user has the final responsibility for determining the
suitability of the product in a given application.