MSDS Number: P0200 * * * * * Effective Date: 05/22/98 * * * * * Supercedes: 12/08/96
MSDS
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET CHEMTREC: 800-424-9300 (USA)
------------------------------------------ 703-527-3887(Outside USA and
Canada)
CANUTEC:
613-996-6666
From: Mallinckrodt Baker, Inc
222 Red School Lane
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865 NOTE: Use CHEMTREC and CANUTEC
phone
numbers only in the event
Emergency Telephone Number: 908-859-2151 of a chemical emergency.
All non-emergency questions should be directed to Customer Service (1-800-582-2537) for assistance.
MALLINCKRODT
PARLODION(R)
1. Product Identification
Synonyms: Pyroxylin Purified Strips
CAS No.: 9004-70-0
Molecular Weight: 504.28
Chemical Formula: C12H16(NO3)4O6
Product Codes: 6552
2. Composition/Information on Ingredients
Ingredient CAS No Percent Hazardous
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Nitrocellulose 9004-70-0 99% Yes
Urea 57-13-6 1% Yes
3. Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview
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WARNING! FLAMMABLE SOLID.
Potential Health Effects
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Inhalation:
No adverse health effects via inhalation. Formation of large quantities of extremely toxic gases, nota
oxides of nitrogen, hydrogen cyanide and carbon monoxide may occur upon decomposition. Effects from ex
to decomposition products are severe and life threatening.
Ingestion:
Although ingestion is highly unlikely, swallowing may result in mild stomach upset.
Skin Contact:
Not expected to be a health hazard from skin exposure. May cause mild irritation and redness.
Eye Contact:
Although eye contact is highly unlikely, it may result in severe pain.
Chronic Exposure:
No information found.
Aggravation of Pre-existing Conditions:
No information found.
4. First Aid Measures
Inhalation:
Not expected to require first aid measures. Remove to fresh air. Get medical attention for any breathi
difficulty.
Ingestion:
Not expected to require first aid measures. If large amounts were swallowed, give water to drink and g
medical advice.
Skin Contact:
Not expected to require first aid measures. Wash exposed area with soap and water. Get medical advice
irritation develops.
Eye Contact:
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting upper and lower eyelids
occasionally. Get medical attention if irritation persists.
5. Fire Fighting Measures
Fire:
Flash point: 13C (55F)
Autoignition temperature: 165C (329F)
Presents an unusually severe fire hazard; when dry, ignites readily and burns explosively. Should neve
kept for any appreciable time in any dry fibrous state. Unstabilized product decomposes gradually at
relatively low temperature, with evolution of copious volumes of toxic and flammable gases, and rapid
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generation. The resulting flameless decomposition is self-sustaining and accelerative, presenting the
hazard of dangerous pressures in building structures. This material contains sufficient oxygen to self
burning even in oxygen-deficient atmospheres.
Explosion:
For unstabilized, dry material: An explosion may be initiated by sudden shock, by high temperature or
combination of the two. Sensitive to mechanical impact. Sensitive to static discharge.
Fire Extinguishing Media:
Water spray, dry chemical, alcohol foam, or carbon dioxide.
Special Information:
In the event of a fire, wear full protective clothing and NIOSH-approved self-contained breathing appa
with full facepiece operated in the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode. Use extreme cauti
approaching fires. It may explode. Do not fight advanced fires, except for remote activation of instal
extinguishing equipment and/or with unmanned fixed turrets and hose nozzles. The surrounding area shou
evacuated. Fires should be approached from upwind. Use self-contained breathing apparatus. Since cellu
nitrate supplies its own oxygen, prompt cooling with a large quantity of water is essential; water app
through spray nozzles is effective if used quickly and in sufficient volume.
6. Accidental Release Measures
Dangerous material. Partially decomposed material may detonate or autoignite. Handle decomposed materi
explosive that may detonate with mild shock using explosive disposal procedures. Remove all sources of
ignition. Ventilate area of leak or spill. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment as specified
Section 8. Spills: Clean up spills in a manner that does not disperse dust into the air. Use non-spark
tools and equipment. Reduce airborne dust and prevent scattering by moistening with water. Pick up spi
recovery or disposal and place in a closed container.
7. Handling and Storage
Containers should be protected against damage and not exposed to heating. Storage area should be segre
well ventilated, and equipped with both decomposition and explosion vents, having the maximum amount o
opening. Protect against excessive heat and direct sunlight, avoid contact with electric light bulbs,
coils, or other sources of heat; prohibit open flames or other sources of ignition. Control ignition s
Employ grounding, bonding, venting and explosion relief provisions in accord with accepted engineering
practices in any process capable of generating an explosion due to static discharge. Containers of thi
material may be hazardous when empty since they retain product residues (dust, solids); observe all wa
and precautions listed for the product.
8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Airborne Exposure Limits:
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None established.
Ventilation System:
In general, dilution ventilation is a satisfactory health hazard control for this substance. However,
conditions of use create discomfort to the worker, a local exhaust system should be considered. Use
explosion-proof equipment.
Personal Respirators (NIOSH Approved):
Not expected to require personal respirator usage.
Skin Protection:
Wear protective gloves and clean body-covering clothing.
Eye Protection:
Use chemical safety goggles. Maintain eye wash fountain and quick-drench facilities in work area.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance:
Thin, transparent, colorless to pale yellow strips.
Odor:
No information found.
Solubility:
Insoluble in water.
Specific Gravity:
1.66 @ 20C/4C
pH:
No information found.
% Volatiles by volume @ 21C (70F):
0
Boiling Point:
No information found.
Melting Point:
165C (329F) Ignites
Vapor Density (Air=1):
No information found.
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg):
No information found.
Evaporation Rate (BuAc=1):
Not applicable.
10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability:
Stable at room temperature in sealed containers. For unstabilized, dry material: An explosion may be i
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by sudden shock, by high temperature or by a combination of the two. Heat and sunlight can contribute
instability.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Emits toxic fumes of hydrogen cyanide, nitric oxides, and carbon monoxide when heated to decomposition
Incomplete combustion may generate toxic hydrogen cyanide fumes.
Hazardous Polymerization:
Will not occur.
Incompatibilities:
Strong oxidizers.
Conditions to Avoid:
Heat, flame, sources of ignition, light and incompatibles.
11. Toxicological Information
Oral rat LD50: 5gm/kg
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---NTP Carcinogen---
Ingredient Known Anticipated IARC Category
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Nitrocellulose (9004-70-0) No No None
Urea (57-13-6) No No None
12. Ecological Information
Environmental Fate:
No information found.
Environmental Toxicity:
No information found.
13. Disposal Considerations
Whatever cannot be saved for recovery or recycling should be handled as hazardous waste and sent to a
approved waste facility. Processing, use or contamination of this product may change the waste managem
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options. State and local disposal regulations may differ from federal disposal regulations. Dispose of
container and unused contents in accordance with federal, state and local requirements.
14. Transport Information
Domestic (Land, D.O.T.)
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Proper Shipping Name: FLAMMABLE SOLID, ORGANIC, N.O.S. (NITROCELLULOSE)
Hazard Class: 4.1
UN/NA: UN1325
Packing Group: II
Information reported for product/size: 500G
International (Water, I.M.O.)
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Proper Shipping Name: FLAMMABLE SOLID, ORGANIC, N.O.S. (NITROCELLULOSE)
Hazard Class: 4.1
UN/NA: UN1325
Packing Group: II
Information reported for product/size: 500G
--------\Chemical Inventory Status - Part 1\---------------------------------
Ingredient TSCA EC Japan Australia
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Nitrocellulose (9004-70-0) Yes No Yes Yes
Urea (57-13-6) Yes Yes Yes Yes
--------\Chemical Inventory Status - Part 2\---------------------------------
--Canada--
Ingredient Korea DSL NDSL Phil.
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Nitrocellulose (9004-70-0) Yes Yes No Yes
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Urea (57-13-6) Yes Yes No Yes
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-SARA 302- ------SARA 313------
Ingredient RQ TPQ List Chemical Catg.
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Nitrocellulose (9004-70-0) No No No No
Urea (57-13-6) No No No No
--------\Federal, State & International Regulations - Part 2\----------------
-RCRA- -TSCA-
Ingredient CERCLA 261.33 8(d)
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Nitrocellulose (9004-70-0) No No No
Urea (57-13-6) No No No
Chemical Weapons Convention: No TSCA 12(b): No CDTA: No
SARA 311/312: Acute: No Chronic: No Fire: Yes Pressure: No
Reactivity: Yes (Mixture / Solid)
Australian Hazchem Code: 2[Y]
Poison Schedule: No information found.
WHMIS:
This MSDS has been prepared according to the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations (C
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the MSDS contains all of the information required by the CPR.
16. Other Information
NFPA Ratings: Health: 0 Flammability: 3 Reactivity: 3
Label Hazard Warning:
WARNING! FLAMMABLE SOLID.
Label Precautions:
Keep away from heat, sparks and flame.
Label First Aid:
Not applicable.
Product Use:
Laboratory Reagent.
Revision Information:
MSDS Section(s) changed since last revision of document include: 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 16.
Disclaimer:
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Mallinckrodt Baker, Inc. provides the information contained herein in good faith but makes no represen
as to its comprehensiveness or accuracy. This document is intended only as a guide to the appropriate
precautionary handling of the material by a properly trained person using this product. Individuals re
the information must exercise their independent judgment in determining its appropriateness for a part
purpose. MALLINCKRODT BAKER, INC. MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, I
WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH RESPECT TO
INFORMATION SET FORTH HEREIN OR THE PRODUCT TO WHICH THE INFORMATION REFERS. ACCORDINGLY, MALLINCKRODT
INC. WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGES RESULTING FROM USE OF OR RELIANCE UPON THIS INFORMATION.
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Phone Number: (314) 654-1600 (U.S.A.)
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