PHYSICAL DATA FOR PRODUCT
Physical State: Liquid Sp. Gravity: 1.0534 pH: 1.2 1% Sol. 2.6
Boiling Point: Not Avail. Vapour Pressure: N/A
Vapour Density: N/A Evaporation Rate: Not Avail.
Freezing Point: 0 - 2oC
Solubility in Water: 100%
Appearance & Odour: Clear liquid with slight odour.
FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA FOR PRODUCT
Flash Point (Test Method): N/A
Flammable Limits in Air, % by vol. Non-flammable Lower: N/A Upper: N/A
Fire Extinguishing Substances: (X) Water Fog (X) Foam (X) CO2
( ) Dry Chem (X) Other: Use media proper to primary cause of fire.
Hazardous Combustion Products: Oxides of carbon and nitrogen, and phosphines.
Special Firefighting Procedures: Wear full protective clothing.
REACTIVITY DATA FOR PRODUCT
Incompatibility: ( ) Water (X) Oxidizing Material ( ) Acid (X) Base ( ) Other:
Hazardous Decomposition Products: By Fire: Phosphines may form after all of the water has been removed.
Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide and oxides of nitrogen will also be formed.
Chemical Stability: Stable.
*N/A - Not applicable.
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Product Name: NO. 87 COOLING WATER COMPOUND
HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION FOR PRODUCT
EMERGENCY and FIRST AID PROCEDURES
Inhalation: Get fresh air.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Drink large quantities of water. Get medical attention immediately.
Eyes: Flush with plenty of water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention.
Skin: Rinse thoroughly with water.
EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE (Acute and Chronic)
Inhalation: Mist may irritate respiratory tract.
Ingestion: Burning in mouth and esophagus, nausea, and abdominal pain.
Eyes: Will cause severe irritation of eyes.
Skin: Will cause irritation.
PREVENTIVE MEASURES
Steps to be taken upon release or spillage (including neutralizing):
Neutralize minor spills with lime or soda ash before washing away with plenty of water.
With large spills, dyke for later disposal.
Waste disposal method:
Dispose in accordance with local, provincial and federal regulations.
Handling and Storage Requirements:
Store in cool, well ventilated, area above freezing temperature and away from incompatibles.
Ventilation Requirements (Local or General):
Use in well ventilated area.
Respiratory Protection:
A mask may be worn.
Eye Protection:
Safety glasses with sideshield.
Other Protection:
Coveralls and rubber gloves should be worn.