PHYSICAL DATA FOR PRODUCT
Physical State: Solid Sp. Gravity: Not Avail. pH: 1% sol. 10.7
Boiling Point: Not Avail. Vapour Pressure: N/A
Vapour Density: Non-volatile Evaporation Rate: N/A
Freezing Point: Not Avail.
Solubility in Water: 5-10%
Appearance & Odour: Free flowing powder.
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
(X) Dry Chem ( ) Other:
Hazardous Combustion Products: May liberate carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, oxides of sodium
and sulphur dioxide.
Special Firefighting Procedures: Use self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing.
REACTIVITY DATA FOR PRODUCT
Incompatibility: ( ) Water (X) Oxidizing Material (X) Acid ( ) Base
( ) Other:
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Sulphur dioxide decomposes at 900oC
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions.
*N/A - Not applicable.
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Product Name: SP-50 POWDERED BOILER COMPOUND
HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION FOR PRODUCT
EMERGENCY and FIRST AID PROCEDURES
Inhalation: Move to fresh air.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. If swallowed, drink milk, egg whites or large quantities of water.
Get medical attention.
Eyes: Flush with plenty of water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention.
Skin: Flush with plenty of water.
EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE (Acute and Chronic)
Inhalation: May cause irritation of upper respiratory tract and central nervous system depression.
Ingestion: Harmful, do not take internally. May cause central nervous system depression, low
blood pressure and circulating collapse. May cause irritation of the mouth and throat,
nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea.
Eyes: Keep away from eyes, causes irritation.
Skin: Prolonged skin contact will cause irritation, defatting and drying and cracking of the skin.
PREVENTIVE MEASURES
Steps to be taken upon release or spillage (including neutralizing):
Flush with water and mop up. For large spills, dyke for later recovery of neutralized
product, sludge and contaminated soil.
Waste disposal method:
Dispose in accordance with federal, provincial and local regulations. Wastes should not
be disposed into local sewer or with normal refuse. Dispose in approved incinerator or
waste treatment disposal facility.
Handling and Storage Requirements:
Keep container closed and away from direct sunlight.
Ventilation Requirements (Local or General):
Local ventilation is sufficient.
Respiratory Protection:
Dust mask should be worn where dust occurs.