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CHEMetrics, Inc. After Hours Emergency Nos.: (703) 447-9550
4295 Catlett Rd., Calverton, VA 20138 (540) 272-3874
(800) 356-3072 (540) 788-9026 Creation Date: 04/01/03 (2817-4)
Fax (540) 788-4856 E-mail technical@chemetrics.com Revision Date: 03/06/09
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
I. CHEMICAL IDENTIFICATION VII. HANDLING AND STORAGE
TRADE NAMES: ALUMINUM Vacu-vials?and ACTIVATOR & Always wear eye protection when working with these ampoules.
NEUTRALIZER SOLUTIONS WARNING: Do not break the tip of the ampoule unless it is completely
immersed in your sample. Breaking the tip in the air may cause the glass
KIT CATALOG NO.: K-0603 ampoule to shatter.
If this product is used as directed, the user will not come in contact with or be
COMPONENT CATALOG NOS.: A-0600 and A-0601 exposed to any of its chemical components.
Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid contact with eyes.
DESCRIPTION: Reagent ampoules and accessory solutions for the Fragile. Liquid in glass. Handle with care.
determination of aluminum in water. Each Vacu-vialTM contains approximately Product should be stored in the dark and at room temperature, and if applicable,
1 mL of liquid reagent sealed under vacuum. Each bottle of activator solution product components should not be used beyond expiration date.
contains approximately 18 mL of accessory solution. The bottle of neutralizer
solution contains approximately 5 grams of solid chemical. VIII. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
NFPA RATINGS: HEALTH: 1 FLAMMABILITY: 0 REACTIVITY: 0 OSHA PEL & ACGIH TLV: 10 ppm TWA Glacial Acetic Acid
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Safety glasses
II. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
IX. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
In the Vacu-vials?
COMPONENT: Hexamethylenetetramine In the Vacu-vials?
CAS NO.: 100-97-0 PERCENT: <15.0 STATE: Liquid APPEARANCE: Colorless ODOR: Not determined
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Miscible pH: 9.3 SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 1.02
COMPONENT: Deionized Water BOILING POINT: Not determined MELTING POINT: Not determined
CAS NO.: 7732-18-5 PERCENT: >85.0 VAPOR PRESSURE: Not determined VAPOR DENSITY: Not determined
In the Activator Solution: In the Activator Solution:
COMPONENT: Eriochrome Cyanine R STATE: Liquid APPEARANCE: Reddish ODOR: Vinegar
CAS NO.: 3564-18-9 PERCENT: < 0.1 SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Miscible pH: 2.9 SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 1.0
BOILING POINT: 100 癈 MELTING POINT: N/A
COMPONENT: Glacial Acetic Acid VAPOR PRESSURE: Not determined VAPOR DENSITY: Not determined
CAS NO.: 64-19-7 PERCENT: < 1.0
In the Neutralizer Solution:
COMPONENT: Deionized Water STATE: Powder APPEARANCE: White ODOR: Noxious
CAS NO.: 7732-18-5 PERCENT: > 98.0 SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Miscible SPECIFIC GRAVITY: N/A
BOILING POINT: Not determined MELTING POINT: Not determined
COMPONENT: Other components VAPOR PRESSURE: Not determined VAPOR DENSITY: Not determined
CAS NO.: N/A PERCENT: < 1.0
X. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Any component of this mixture not specifically listed (e.g. "other components")
is not considered to present a carcinogen hazard.
INCOMPATIBILITIES: Strong acids, oxidants
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: formaldehyde gas, ammonia
In the Neutralizer Solution:
gas, oxides of carbon, nitrogen, and sulfur
COMPONENT: Ammonium Sulfate
Stable under normal conditions.
CAS NO.: 7783-20-2 PERCENT: <90.0
XI. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
COMPONENT: DL-Mercaptosuccinic Acid
CAS NO.: 70-49-5 PERCENT: >10.0
CARCINOGENIC STATUS: None
No other data available at this time.
III. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
XII. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ACUTE TOXICITY: Irritation, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, allergic contact
dermatitis.
No data available.
CHRONIC TOXICITY: Irritation, skin and airway sensitization, bronchitis,
tooth erosion
XIII. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE: Eye and skin
disorders
Dispose of in a manner consistent with Federal, State, and Local Regulations.
IV. FIRST AID MEASURES
XIV. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
EYE AND SKIN CONTACT: Immediately flush eyes and skin with water for
15 minutes. Not regulated.
INGESTION: Seek medical attention.
INHALATION: Remove individual to fresh air. XV. REGULATORY INFORMATION
V. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES EUROPEAN INFORMATION:
EU Symbols: Xn - HARMFUL
FLASH POINT: N/A Risk Phrases: May cause sensitization by inhalation and skin contact.
AUTOIGNITION POINT: N/A Safety Phrases: Avoid contact with skin and eyes. In case of contact with skin
FLAMMABILITY LIMITS: UPPER: N/A LOWER: N/A or eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Dry Chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray or foam
CANADIAN INFORMATION:
VI. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES WHMIS Classification: Uncontrolled
All chemical components of this product listed on the MSDS are listed on
Canada's DSL.
Take up with absorbent material. Place in small containers for disposal.
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CHEMetrics, Inc. After Hours Emergency Nos.: (703) 447-9550
4295 Catlett Rd., Calverton, VA 20138 (540) 272-3874
(800) 356-3072 (540) 788-9026 Creation Date: 04/01/03 (2817-4)
Fax (540) 788-4856 E-mail technical@chemetrics.com Revision Date: 03/06/09
XV. REGULATORY INFORMATION (continued)
U.S. INFORMATION:
RCRA: Contains RCRA regulated substances. EPA Waste ID No.:
Activator Solution: D002
OSHA: This product meets the criteria for a hazardous substance as defined
in the Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
SARA Section 313: This product contains an ammonium salt which is subject
to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of SARA Title III.
All chemical components of this product are listed on the TSCA Inventory.
XVI. OTHER INFORMATION
THE ABOVE INFORMATION IS BELIEVED TO BE ACCURATE AND REPRESENTS THE BEST
INFORMATION CURRENTLY AVAILABLE TO US. ALL PRODUCTS ARE OFFERED IN ACCOR
DANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER'S CURRENT PRODUCTION SPECIFICATIONS AND
ARE
INTENDED SOLELY FOR USE IN ANALYTICAL TESTING. THE MANUFACTURER SHALL IN
NO EVENT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INJURY, LOSS OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM THE
HANDLING, USE OR MISUSE OF THESE PRODUCTS.
Vacu-vials?is a registered trademark of CHEMetrics, Inc.
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