Material Safety Data Sheet
FluoridentTM, Fluoride, 1.23% Gel
MSDS, Rev. 2
Last revised: 19-July-2008
Approved for Use: 14-July -2005
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1. Chemical product and company identification
Product Name: FluoridentTM, Fluoride, 1.23% Gel
Premier Dental Products Company
1710 Romano Drive
Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462
Phone: 610-239-6000 Fax: 610-239-6171
2. Composition/Information on Ingredients
Hazardous ingredients:
Hazard ID
Chemical Name CAS Number Composition % EINECS & Risk Phrases
Sodium Fluoride 7681-49-4 1-10% 231-667-8 [T] R25; [-]R32;
[Xi]R36/38
Orthophosphoric Acid 7664-38-2 1-10% 231-633-2 [C] R34
3. Hazards Identification
Main hazards: Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas.
4. First Aid Measures
Symptoms:
Skin contact: There may be mild irritation at the site of contact.
Eye contact: There may be irritation and redness.
Ingestion: There may be irritation of the throat.
Inhalation: There may be irritation of the throat with a feeling of tightness in the chest.
Action:
Skin contact: Wash immediately with plenty of soap and water.
Eye contact: Bathe the eye with running water for 15 minutes.
Ingestion: Wash out mouth with water.
Inhalation: Consult a doctor.
5. Fire-Fighting Measures
Extinguishing media: Suitable extinguishing media for the surrounding fire should be used.
Exposure hazards: In combustion, emits toxic fumes.
Protection of fire-fighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
Wear protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
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6. Accidental Release Measures
Personal precautions: Refer to section 8 of SDS for personal protection details.
Environmental precautions: Do not discharge into drains or rivers.
Clean-up procedures: Wash the spillage site with large amounts of water.
7. Handling and Storage
Handling requirements: Avoid the formation or spread of dust in the air.
Storage conditions: Store in cool, well ventilated area.
Suitable packaging: Must only be kept in original packaging.
8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Hazardous ingredients: ORTHOPHOSPHORIC ACID 100%
TWA 1 mg/m3 STEL 2 mg/m3
Respiratory protection: Respiratory protective device with particle filter
Hand protection: Protective gloves
Eye protection: Safety glasses. Ensure eye bath is at hand.
Skin protection: Protective clothing
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State: Paste
Odour: Characteristic odour
Evaporation rate: Negligible
Solubility in water: Soluble
Viscosity: Viscous
10. Stability and Reactivity
Stable under normal conditions
Stability:
Conditions to avoid: Heat
Materials to avoid: Strong oxidizing agents. Strong acids
Haz. decomp. products: In combustion, emits toxic fumes.
11. Toxicological Information
Hazardous ingredients:
Sodium Fluoride
ORL MUS LD50 57mg/kg
ORL RAT LD50 52mg/kg
SCU RAT LD50 175mg/kg
Orthophosphoric Acid...100%
ORL RAT LD50 1530 mg/kg
Chronic toxicity: Danger of cumulative effects if swallowed
Routes of exposure: Refer to section 4 of SDS for routes of exposure and corresponding symptoms.
12. Ecological Information
Mobility: Non-volatile
Persistence & degradability: Biodegradable
Bioaccumulative potential: No bioaccumulation potential
Other adverse effects: Negligible ecotoxicity
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13. Disposal Considerations
NB: The user's attention is drawn to the possible existence of regional
or national regulations regarding disposal.
14. Transport Information:
ADR/RID:
UN no: ---
Shipping name: Not classified as dangerous in the meaning of transport
regulations (Sodium Fluoride, 1.23%)
ICAO/IATA:
UN no: ---
IMO/IMDG:
UN no: ---
15. Regulatory Information:
Hazard symbols: No significant hazard.
Risk phrases: R32: Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas.
Safety phrases: S7: Keep container tightly closed.
Precautionary phrases: Restricted to professional users.
Note: The regulatory information given above only indicates the principal regulations specifically
applicable to the product described in the safety data sheet. The user's attention is drawn to the possible
existence of additional provisions which complete these regulations. Refer to all applicable national,
international and local regulations or provisions.
16. Other Information
Other information: This safety data sheet is prepared in accordance with ED Directive 2001/58/EC.
Risk phrases used in s.2:
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R25: Toxic if swallowed
R32: Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas
R36/38 Irritating to eyes and skin
R34: Causes burns
Legal disclaimer:
The above information is believed to be correct but does not puport to be all inclusive
and shall be used only as a guide. This company shall not be held liable for any damage resulting
from handling or from contact with the above product.