MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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Vet-A-Mix, P.O. Box 130, Shenandoah, IA 51601-0130
A Division of LLOYD, Inc. Plex-Sol C Powder
Phone No. (712) 246-4000 MSDS Date: 2/16/93 (Original)
Page 1 of 2 12/19/95; 6/28/06 (Revised)
Product Name: Plex-Sol C Powder
1. INGREDIENTS: (% w/w), unless otherwise noted
EXPOSURE LIMITS, ppm
OSHA ACGIH
TLV (mg/m3)
COMPONENT CAS# % PEL
Ascorbic Acid 50-81-7 4.40 --None Established--
Niacin 59-67-6 1.05 --None Established--
Sodium Sulfate 7752-82-6 1.00 --None Established--
Manganese Sulfate 7785-87-7 1.00 --None Established--
This document is prepared pursuant to the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
Only those ingredients composing >1% (>0.1% for carcinogens or suspect carcinogens) of the formula
(w/w) and which have hazards identified are listed.
2. PHYSICAL DATA:
APPEARANCE: Yellow, water-soluble powder.
Other physical data have not been determined.
3. FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA:
This has not been evaluated.
Dry, free-flowing ascorbic acid powder may present a dust explosion hazard. This hazard should not be
applicable under normal conditions of use.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Water fog, alcohol foam, CO2, dry chemical.
4. REACTIVITY DATA:
This has not been evaluated. The product is expected to be stable under normal storage conditions;
avoid strong oxidizers.
5. ENVIRONMENTAL AND DISPOSAL INFORMATION:
ACTION TO TAKE FOR SPILLS/LEAKS: Sweep up and dispose of in DOT-approved waste containers.
Keep out of sewers, storm drains, surface waters and soil.
DISPOSAL METHOD: Dispose of contaminated product and materials used in cleaning up spills or leaks
in a manner approved for this material. Consult appropriate federal, state and local regulatory agencies
to ascertain proper disposal procedures.
6. HEALTH HAZARD DATA:
EYE: This product is not expected to irritate the eyes.
SKIN CONTACT: This product may be slightly irritating to the skin.
INGESTION: This has not been evaluated.
INHALATION: Inhalation exposure under normal conditions of use is not likely to cause adverse effects,
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Vet-A-Mix, P.O. Box 130, Shenandoah, IA 51601-0130
A Division of LLOYD, Inc. Plex-Sol C Powder
Phone No. (712) 246-4000 MSDS Date: 2/16/93 (Original)
Page 2 of 2 12/19/95; 6/28/06 (Revised)
however irritation may occur with prolonged excessive exposure to dust.
Niacin--Oral LD50 (rat): >5000 mg/kg; this material is GRAS (Generally recognized as safe).
Sodium Sulfate--Breathing dust may irritate the nose and throat and cause coughing and chest discomfort. If
ingested, sodium sulfate may irritate the mouth, esophagus and stomach and will act as a laxative. Oral LD50
(mouse): 5989 mg/kg.
Manganese Sulfate--Dust can cause irritation to eyes and skin. Poisoning symptoms include languor, sleepiness,
weakness in limbs, muscular twitching and nocturnal leg cramps. Oral LD50 (rats): 1600-3200 mg/kg; Oral LD50
(mouse): 800-1600 mg/kg.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF OVER-EXPOSURE: Niacin: Slightly irritating to skin. Prolonged or repeated
ingestion through industrial exposure may result in vasodilation.
7. FIRST AID:
EYES: Immediately flush eyes with copious amounts of running water for 15 minutes.
SKIN: Wash with soap and water.
INGESTION: SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY. Treatment is by gastric lavage or emesis.
INHALATION: If a person has been exposed to excessive quantities of dust due to mishaps, move the
person to fresh air. Give artificial respiration if not breathing.
Seek medical attention immediately if excessive exposure occurs.
8. HANDLING PRECAUTIONS:
There is no OSHA PEL or ACGIH TLV for this product. Under normal conditions of use, no special
handling precautions are required in areas with adequate ventilation. However, under conditions of
prolonged exposure in which quantities of dust are generated, mechanical ventilation, safety glasses with
side shields, gloves and a NIOSH approved dust respirator are recommended.
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORAGE: Exercise reasonable care
and caution.
REGULATORY INFORMATION: (Not meant to be all-inclusive--selected regulations represented.)
NOTICE: The information herein is presented in good faith and believed to be accurate as of the effective date
shown above. However, no warranty, express or implied, is given. Regulatory requirements are subject to
change and may differ from one location to another; it is the buyer's responsibility to ensure that its activities
comply with federal, state or provincial, and local laws. The following specific information is made for the purpose
of complying with numerous federal, state or provincial, and local laws and regulations. See MSDS for health and
safety information.
U.S. REGULATIONS: SARA HAZARD CATEGORY: This product contains sodium sulfate, a toxic chemical
subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of Title III of the Superfund Amendments and
Reauthorization Act of 1986 and 40 CFR Part 372. Sodium sulfate contains the following chemical considered by
the state of California's Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986 (Proposition 65) as causing
cancer or reproductive toxicity and for which warnings are now required: Arsenic CAS # 7440-38-2.
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Vet-A-Mix, P.O. Box 130, Shenandoah, IA 51601-0130
A Division of LLOYD, Inc. Plex-Sol C Powder
Phone No. (712) 246-4000 MSDS Date: 2/16/93 (Original)
Page 3 of 2 12/19/95; 6/28/06 (Revised)
Potential reporters should check with their state emergency response commissions to determine if this product
must be reported under applicable state requirements.
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