CCI P.O. BOX 8
COLUMBUS CHEMICAL INDUSTRIES INC. COLUMBUS, WISCONSIN 53925-0008
(920) 623-2140
FAX (920) 623-2577
Material Safety Data Sheet U.S. Department of Labor
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
May be used to comply with OSHA's Hazard
(Non-Mandatory Form)
Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910 1200. Standard
Form Approved
must be consulted for specific requirements
OMB No. 1218-0072
IDENTITY (as Used on Label and List) Note: Blank spaces are not permitted. If any item is not
Stearic Acid applicable or no information is available, the space
must be marked to indicate that.
Section I
Emergency Telephone Number
Manufacturers /Distributor Address Number Street City State and Zip Code
CHEMTREC 1 (800) 424-9300
Columbus Chemical Industries Telephone Number for Information
N4335 Temkin Road
1 (920) 623-2140
Columbus, Wisconsin 53925 Date Prepared
02-09-2006
Signature of Preparer (optional)
Section II - Hazardous Ingredients/Identity Information
Hazardous Components Other Limits
(Specific Chemical Identity, Common Name(s) CAS # OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV % (optional)
Recommended
Stearic Acid 57-11-4 Not Available Not Available Not Available
Section III - Physical/Chemical Characteristics
Boiling Point Specific Gravity (H2O = 1)
383oC (721oF) 0.847
Melting Point
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg)
@ 174 oC 69oC (156oF)
1 mmHg Decomposes
Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1)
Vapor Density (AIR = 1)
Not applicable Not applicable
Solubility in Water
0.01% at 60oC
Appearance and Odor
White powder
Section IV Fire and Explosion Hazard Data
Flammable Limits LEL UEL
Flash Point (Method Used)
o o
196 C (385 F) OC Not Available Not Available
Extinguishing Media
Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, alcohol foam. Do not use water!
Special Fire Fighting Procedures
In the event of a fire, wear full protective clothing and NIOSH/MSHA-approved self-contained breathing apparatus
with full facepiece operated in the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards
Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions. Will generate carbon dioxide in a confined area. Burning stearic acid floats on
the surface of water and can spread fire.
Section V Reactivity Data
Incompatibles
Conditions to Avoid
Unstable
Stability
X
Stable
Incompatibility Materials to Avoid
Oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts
Carbon oxides
Conditions to Avoid
Hazardous Polymerization
May Occur N/A
Will Not Occur
Section VI Health Hazard Data
Routes of Entry Inhalation ? Skin ? Ingestion ?
Yes Yes Yes
Health Hazards (Acute and Chronic)
Irritating to skin, eyes, mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract. Mechanical irritation to eyes.
Carcinogenicity NTP IARC Monographs OSHA REGULATED?
Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed
Signs and Symtoms of Exposure.
Irritation, especially to mucous membranes of eyes and upper respiratory tract. Itching, redness, swelling of exposed
tissues. Diarrhea, nausea.
Medical Conditions Generally
Unknown to CCI.
Aggravated by Exposure
INGESTION: If swallowed, wash out mouth with water if person is conscious. EYES:
Emergency and First Aid Procedures
immediately flush with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. INHALATION: If inhaled remove to
fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. SKIN: Immediately wash
skin with soap and large amounts of water. CALL A PHYSICIAN.
Section VII Precautions for Safe Handling and Use
Steps to be Taken in Case Material
Evacuate area. Wear chemical-resistant goggles, apron and rubber gloves.
is Released or Spilled
Sweep up and place in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Avoid raising dust. Ventilate area
and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.
Dispose in accordance with all Federal, state, and local regulations.
Waste Disposal Method
Precautions to be Taken
Keep in tightly closed container, stored in a cool, dry, ventilated area. Protect against physical damage.
in Handling and Storing
Keep containers upright and tightly closed.
Containers, even when empty, will retain residue and vapors. Always obey hazard warnings and
Other Precautions
handle empty containers as if they were full.
Section VII Control Measures
Not required, use dust respirator if necessary.
Respiratory Protection (Specify Type)
Ventilation
Recommended Eyewash nearby.
Local Exhaust Special
Not necessary
Mechanical (General) Other
Chemical resistant gloves. Chemical Safety goggles/glasses
Protective Gloves Eye Protection
Coveralls, rubber apron.
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment
Do not breathe dust. Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure.
Work /Hygienic Practices
Columbus Chemical Industries, Inc. ("Columbus") believes that the information herein is factual but it is not intended to be all inclusive. The information relates only to the specific Material designated and
does not relate to its use in combination with other materials or its use as to any particular process. Because safety standards and regulations are subject to change and because Columbus has no
continuing control over the Material, those handling, storing or using the Material should satisfy themselves that they have current information regarding the particular way the Material is handled, stored
and used and that the same is done in accordance with federal, state and local law. COLUMBUS MAKES NO WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING (WITHOUT LIMITATION)
WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO THE COMPLETENESS OR CONTINUING ACCURACY OF THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR WITH RESPECT TO FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR
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