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MATERIAL SAFETY
DATA SHEET Chemifloc Ltd
POLYALUMINIUM CHLORIDE
SECTION 1 IDENTIFICATION
Trade Marks and Synonyms (if any) Chemical Names and Synonyms
Polyaluminium Chlorosulphate Polyaluminium Chloride
Physical Form Molecular Form
Colourless Liquid Aln(OH)mCl3n-m
Responsible Person : Emergency Telephone :
Chemifloc Ltd, Chemifloc Ltd,
Smithstown Ind. Estate, +353 61-708650
Shannon,
Co. Clare.
+353 61-708650
SECTION 2 INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredients Classification CAS No.
Polyaluminium Chloride Mild Irritant 1327-41-9
H2O
SECTION 3 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Risk of damage to eyes. Prolonged contact with skin may cause possible dermatitis.
10mg/m3 total inhalable dust
Occupational Exposure Limit (TWA)
5mg/m3 respirable dust
SECTION 4 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance and Odour : Colourless Liquid with little or no odour.
pH 2. 0 -2. 5 Concentration: 10% as Al2O3
Boiling Point Melting Point Flash Point (deg. C) Specific Gravity
102oC -12oC 1. 20 @ 20oC
None
Autoignition (deg. C) Flammable Limit (% by Vol. in Air) Vapour Pressure (mm Hg)
None Non flammable N/A
Solubility in Water Solubility in Other Solvents Oxidising Properties
Totality N/A None
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SECTION 5 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability Unstable Conditions to Avoid
Stable X
Incompatibility (Materials and Conditions to Avoid) Some oxidising agents. eg
Chlorites and Hypochlorites. Attacks most metals liberating Hydrogen.
Hazardous Decomposition Products
SECTION 6 TOXICITY DATA
Short term effects of over exposure when :
In contact with skin : Irritant - after prolonged contact with skin produces sores
and possible dermatitis.
In contact with eyes : Irritates immediately and could cause severe damage which
could lead to permanent visual defects or even total loss of
vision.
Inhaled : Product does not fume.
Ingested : Very astringent to mouth, nose and throat,
Oral route (72hr LD50) rat=12.79g/Kg, Intraperitoneal route=1.92g/Kg
Long Term Exposure :
SECTION 7 FIRST AID MEASURES
Skin Contact : Remove contaminated clothing and wash affected area with
copious quantities of water.
Eye Contact : Immediately irrigate with water for at least 10 minutes.
Seek medical attention.
Inhalation : Remove from contaminated area. Obtain medical attention.
Ingestion : Provided patient is conscious wash out mouth with water
and give 5% Sodium Bicarbonate solution followed by a
demulcent such as milk.
Further Medical Advice : If in doubt seek medical attention.
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SECTION 8 FIRE AND EXPLOSIVE HAZARD DATA
Would any material saturated Materials :
YES
with this product be subject to
NO X
spontaneous combustion ?
Fire Extinguishing Data
Water or dry powder may be used in the vicinity of
Aluminium Sulphate, keep containers cool with copious
amounts of water.
Fire Fighting Protective Equipment
Wear full protective clothing.
Unusual Fire and Explosive Hazards
In contact with metals, Polyaluminium Chloride
may liberate the flammable gas Hydrogen.
SECTION 9 PERSONAL PROTECTION
General Precautions : Eye and skin protection should be used when handling
Sodium Carbonate.
Ventilation Requirements : Respiratory Protection :
None Not normally required.
Protective Clothing Eye protection :
Gloves and Acid resistant footwear Goggles or full face mask.
are essential.
SECTION 10 HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling : Avoid contact with skin and eyes
Keep away from metals, organic materials, nitrates, chlorates and
carbides.
Storage : Bulk quantities should be stored in Ebonite coated Steel, rubber - lined
mild - steel Glass fibre or plastic tanks.
For small packages polyethylene or double skinned polyethylene
containers are acceptable.
SECTION 11 SPILLAGE/ACCIDENTAL RELEASE
Small Spillage : Wash away with large quantities of water.
Large Spillage : Neutralise with Lime or Soda Ash then dispose of according to
local regulations. Water can be used if washings can go to drain.
Personal Precautions : Wear full protective clothing.
Neutralising Chemicals : Hydrated Lime or Soda Ash.
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SECTION 12 WASTE DISPOSAL
Neutralise with Lime and Landfill in accordance with Local Regulations.
SECTION 13 ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION
Environmental Fate and Distribution
High tonnage material produced in wholly contained systems.
High tonnage material used in partially contained systems.
The substance is soluble in water.
Persistence and Degradation
Unlikely to cause harmful effects.
Remains indefinitely in the environment as Chloride.
Toxicity Large discharges may contribute to the acidification of effluent treatment
systems and will injure treatment organisms. The product is a primary
coagulant and may cause solid settlement in treatment systems.
Effect on Effluent Treatment
Large discharges may contribute to the acidification of effluent treatment
systems and will injure treatment organisms. The product is a primary
coagulant and may cause solid settlement in treatment systems.
SECTION 14 REGULATORY INFORMATION
EEC Classification : None Specified Hazard Symbol : None Specified
Risk Phrases :
Safety Phrases : Keep out of reach of children (S2)
In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of
water and seek medical advise. (S26).
SECTION 15 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
UN No. NR UN Pack. Group ICAO/IATA Class
IMDG Class ADR/RID Class Low Hazard ADR/RID Item
SECTION 16 OTHER INFORMATION
The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information
and belief at the date of its publication. The information given is designed only as a guidance for safe
handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release, and is not to be considered a
warranty or quality specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and
may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process
unless specified in the text.
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