MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
GLB Brominating Tablets
1. Product And Company Identification
Supplier Manufacturer
GLB Advantis Technologies Inc.
1400 Bluegrass Lakes Parkway 1400 Bluegrass Lakes Parkway
Alpharetta, GA 30004 United States Alpharetta, GA 30004 United States
Telephone Number: (770)521-5999 Telephone Number: (770) 521-5999
FAX Number: (770)521-5959 FAX Number: (770) 521-5959
Web Site: www.poolspacare.com Web Site: www.poolspacare.com
Supplier Emergency Contacts & Phone Number Manufacturer Emergency Contacts & Phone Number
CHEMTREC - DAY OR NIGHT: (800) 424-9300 CHEMTREC - DAY OR NIGHT: (800) 424-9300
Issue Date: 04/16/2001
Product Name: GLB Brominating Tablets
CAS Number: Not Established
Chemical Family: Brominating disinfecting tablets, Active Halogen
Chemical Formula: BrCl(CH3)2 C3N2O2
MSDS Number: 50
2. Composition/Information On Ingredients
Ingredient CAS Percent Of
Name Number Total Weight
1,3 BROMO, CHLORO-5, 5-DIMETHYL-HYDANTOIN 126-06-7
1,3 DICHLORO-5, 5-DIMETHYL-HYDANTOIN 118-52-5
1,3 DICHLORO-5, ETHYL-5-METHYL HYDANTOIN 89415-87-2
SODIUM CHLORIDE 7647-14-5
Ingredients listed in this section have been determined to be hazardous as defined in 29CFR 1910.1200. Materials
determined to be health hazards are listed if they comprise 1% or more of the composition. Materials identified as
carcinogens are listed if they comprise 0.1% or more of the composition. Information on proprietary materials is
available in 29CFR 1910.1200(i)(1).
Hazards Identification (Pictograms)
3. Hazards Identification
Primary Routes(s) Of Entry
Skin Contact, Inhalation
Eye Hazards
Causes irreversible eye damage.
Skin Hazards
May cause severe skin irritation.
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3. Hazards Identification - Continued
Ingestion Hazards
Aspiration hazard if swallowed. Can enter lungs and cause damage.
Inhalation Hazards
Causes severe respiratory tract irritation.
Signs And Symptoms
Irritation of Skin, Eyes and Respiratory Passages
Conditions Aggravated By Exposure
None Known
First Aid (Pictograms)
4. First Aid Measures
Eye
In case of contact, hold eyelids apart and immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get
medical attention immediately.
Skin
In case of contact, immediately flush skin with soap and plenty of water. Call a physician or poison control center
immediately.
Ingestion
Drink large amounts of water. Contact a physician or poison control immediately
Inhalation
If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If inhaled, remove to fresh air.
Fire Fighting (Pictograms)
5. Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point: n/a 掳F
Flammability Class: Not Flammable
Fire And Explosion Hazards
Material is combustable in a fire and produces gases of hydrogen bromide, bromine gas-nirtogen oxides, and
hydrogen chloride.
Extinguishing Media
Use CO2 (Carbon Dioxide), dry chemical, or water spray
Fire Fighting Instructions
Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear.
6. Accidental Release Measures
Clean up spill immediately. Carefully sweep up material and place in a compatable container for reclamation. Use
appropriate containers to avoid environmental contamination.
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7. Handling And Storage
Handling And Storage Precautions
Keep out of reach of children. Store material in a cool and dry place away from oxidizers. Use only with
adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing dust.
Handling Precautions
Avoid breathing dust or vapor. Avoid contact with skin and clothing. Avoid contact with eyes. Avoid creating dust.
Long sleeves and pants required to prevent prolonged or repeated skin contact.
Storage Precautions
Do not reuse container. Store in a cool dry place. Store away from Oxidizing agents.
Work/Hygienic Practices
Use safe chemical handling procedures suitable for the hazards presented by this material.
Protective Clothing (Pictograms)
8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls
Use with adequate general and local exhaust ventilation.
Eye/Face Protection
Safety glasses with side shields or goggles.
Skin Protection
Chemical-resistant gloves.
Respiratory Protection
General room ventilation is normally adequate. The level of respiratory protection needed should be based on the
required protection factor after evaluating chemical exposures using appropriate industrial hygiene monitoring
and/or OSHA guidance.
9. Physical And Chemical Properties
Appearance
White tablet
Odor
Halogen
Chemical Type: Mixture
Physical State: Solid
Melting Point: DECOMPOSES 掳F
Boiling Point: n/a 掳F
Specific Gravity: 1.8-2.0
Molecular Weight: NOT DETERMINED
Percent Volitales: NOT DETERMINED
Vapor Pressure: NOT APPLICABLE
Vapor Density: NOT VOLATILE
Solubility: 0.2% @ 25C
Evaporation Rate: n/a
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10. Stability And Reactivity
Stability: STABLE
Hazardous Polymerization: WILL NOT OCCUR
Incompatible Materials
Acids/Bases and Oxidizers/Reducing agents Organic chemicals
Hazardous Decomposition Products
Bromine gas, Hydrogen Bromide, Hydrogen Chloride
11. Toxicological Information
Skin Effects
Dermal LD50 (Rabbit) >2g/kg
Acute Oral Effects
LD50 mg/kg Rat >= 1.5gr/kg
Acute Inhalation Effects
LC50 mg/kg Rat 0.53 mg/L
Chronic/Carcinogenicity
Direct skin and/or eye contact can result in severe skin and eye irritation that may produce irreversable damage.
Inhalation can cause severe irritation of nose, throat, and lungs
12. Ecological Information
No Data Available...
13. Disposal Considerations
Refer to applicable local, state and federal regulations as well as industry standards.
14. Transport Information
Proper Shipping Name
OXIDIZING SOLID
N.O.S. (1,3 BROMO, CHLORO-5, 5-DIMETHYL-HYDANTOIN
1,3 DICHLORO-5,-DIMETHYL-HYDANTOIN)
Hazard Class
5.1, PGII (<= 1kg Consumer Commodity ORM-D)
DOT Identification Number
UN1479
DOT (Pictograms)
15. Regulatory Information
Canadian Regulatory Information
Class C - Oxidizing Material
Class D, Div 2b - Poisonous or Infectious Material: other toxic effects,
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WHMIS - Canada (Pictograms)
NFPA HMIS
HEALTH 3
1
FLAMMABILITY 1
2 2
REACTIVITY 0
B
PERSONAL PROTECTION
16. Other Information
Revision/Preparer Information
MSDS Preparer: JHW3
This MSDS Superceeds A Previous MSDS Dated: 07/26/2000
Disclaimer
Although reasonable care has been taken in the preparation of this document, we extend no warranties
and make no representations as to the accuracy or completeness of the information contained therein,
and assume no responsibility regarding the suitablility of this information for the user's intended
purposes or for the consequences of its use. Each individual should make a determination as to the
suitability of the information for their particular purposes(s).
GLB
Printed Using MSDS Generator鈩? 2000
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