UNITED 338
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
LABORATORIES 320 37th Avenue 鈥? St. Charles, Illinois 60174 鈥? To Reorder, Call 800-323-2594
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION USE / DESCRIPTION REVISION DATE FOR MEDICAL AND
UNITED 338 Antimicrobial Agent September 17,2004 TRANSPORTATION EMERGENCIES:
TOWERTAB for Industrial Use INFOTRAC: 800-535-5053
HEALTH (0 = Maximum Safety) REACTIVITY (0 = Maximum Safety)
3 1
Always follow Label Directions and Cautions. Susceptible to Release of Energy.
Extreme. High. Moderate. Slight. Minimal.
4 3 2 1 0 May detonate-vacate area if Violent chemical change
4 2
Materials are exposed to fire. possible-use hose stream
See Health Hazard Data Section of this M.S.D.S.
Strong shock of heat may from distance
3
for more detailed information. detonate-use monitors from Unstable if heated-use
1
behind explosion resistant precaution.
FLAMMABILITY (0 = Maximum Safety) barriers. Normally stable.
0
1
Susceptibility of Material to Burning.
Extremely flammable. Must be preheated to burn.
4 1
PERSONAL
Ignites at normal temperature. Will not burn.
3 0
PROTECTION
Ignites when moderately heated.
2
HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS
IDENTITY, EXPOSURE LIMITS AND S.A.R.A. TITLE III INFORMATION
HAZARDOUS CAS ACGIH ACGIH OSHA OTHER S.A.R.A. TITLE III
COMPONENTS NUMBER TWA STEL PEL RECOMMENDED LIMITS QUANTITIES
2,2-Dibromo- 010222-01-2 Not Not Not DOW/Hg 40%
2 mg/m 3
3-nitrilopropionamide established established established
Hydroxypropyl 009004-65-3 Not Not Not DOW/Hg
10 mg/m 3
methylcellulose established established established
Lactose 000063-42-3 Not Not Not Not Applicable
established established established
Steric Acid 000057-11-4 Not Not Not DOW/Hg
10 mg/m 3
established established established
PHYSICAL / CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS
BOILING POINT SPECIFIC GRAVITY (H20 = 1)
Not determined 1.3-1.4 g/cc
VAPOR PRESSURE (mm Hg.) MELTING POINT
(At 77掳 F.) 4 x 10 (-5) Not determined
VAPOR DENSITY (Air = 1) EVAPORATION RATE
<1 Not determined
SOLUBILITY IN WATER VOLATILE ORGANIC COMPOUNDS (V.O.C.)
Slowly soluble in more than 10 times it鈥檚 own volume (Pounds Per Gallon Of Product) Not determined
APPEARANCE AND ODOR pH:
Beige tablet with mild disinfectant odor. Not applicable
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
FLASH POINT (Method Used) FLAMMABLE LIMITS LEL UEL
Not applicable Not determined Not applicable Not applicable
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
This material does not burn. If exposed to fire from another source, use suitable extinguishing agent for that fire.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES
this material does not burn. Fight fire for other material that is burning.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS
None known
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REACTIVITY DATA
STABILITY: STABLE X CONDITIONS TO AVOID
Temperatures greater than 158掳F 70掳C.
UNSTABLE X
INCOMPATIBILITY (Materials To Avoid)
Strong bases
Gasses are released during decomposition.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION OR BYPRODUCTS
Hazardous decomposition products may include and are not limited to bromine, cyanogen bromide, dibromoacetontrile, carbon dioxide.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:WILL NOT OCCUR X CONDITIONS TO AVOID
Temps above 158掳F
MAY OCCUR X
HEALTH HAZARD DATA
HEALTH HAZARDS
EYES: Broken or crushed product may cause severe irritation with corneal injury which may result in blindness. SKIN: Skin irritation or burn or allergic reaction.
INHALATION: Single exposure to dust is not likely to be hazardous. IF SWALLOWED: Excessive exposure may increase the blood and tissue levels of bromine.
No No No
CARCINOGENICITY: NTP? IARC MONOGRAPHS? OSHA REGULATED?
No
This product contains a chemical known to the state of California to cause cancer or reproductive toxicity?
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF OVEREXPOSURE
EYES: Irritation or corneal injury SKIN: Irritation, burn, or allergic reaction IF SWALLOWED: Fatal, possible kidney damage
MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY OVEREXPOSURE
None known
TARGET ORGANS:
Skin
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES
EYES: Flush eyes with plenty of water. Call a physician if irritation persists. SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Get medical attention if irritation
persists. INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If irritation persists, call a physician. IF SWALLOWED: Call a physician or poison control center. Drink 1 or 2
glasses of water and induce vomiting by touching back of throat with finger. If person is unconscious, do not give anything by mouth and do not induce vomiting.
PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED
Collect all spilled material. Do not flush directly to waste treatment facility or water courses.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD
Consult local, state and federal authorities for proper disposal guidelines.
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORING
Protect from temperatures in excess of 95掳F. Keep container closed when not in use and store in a cool, well ventilated area in original container.
Avoid contact with dust from head space of containers.
CONTROL MEASURES
FOR USE WHERE SIGNIFICANT EYE, SKIN OR INHALATION EXPOSURE IS LIKELY
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION (Specify Type)
Normally not required if atmosphere level is below exposure guideline
VENTILATION: MECHANICAL (General) LOCAL EXHAUST
Provide adequate ventilation Generally adequate
PROTECTIVE GLOVES EYE PROTECTION
Rubber gloves Chemical goggles
OTHER PROTECTIVE CLOTHING OR EQUIPMENT
Long sleeves
WORK HYGENIC PRACTICES
Remove contaminated clothing and launder before reusing. Wash hands and face with soap and water after using this product.
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