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HMIS RATINGS:
Health: 3
Flammability: 0
Reactivity: 1
Personal Protection: D
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Section 1: CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Trade Name: SULFUAC DRAIN OPENER Emergency Telephone Number: (800)535-5053
Chemical Family: Acid drain opener Date Prepared: AUG 20, 2003
Company Identification: ABC COMPOUNDING CO., INC. MSDS Number: LA-105
P.O. BOX 16247 MFGD. BY: ABC Compounding Co., Inc.
ATLANTA, GA 6970 Jonesboro Rd.
Morrow, Ga. 30260
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Section 2: COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
CAS CHEMICAL % BY OSHA PEL/ SARA SARA STATE CERCLA
NUMBER NAME WGHT. ACGIH TLV 302/304(1)* 313 (2)* INFO(3)(4) RQ
7664-93-9 Sulfuric Acid < 98.0 1 mg/m3 / NO NO NO 1000 lbs
1 mg/m3
62-56-6 Thiourea < 0.50 n/e NO YES YES(3)(4) 10 lbs
* See Section 15 for more information n/e = none established - n/a = not applicable
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Section 3: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
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EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
DANGER. POISON. Corrosive. REACTS VIOLENTLY WITH WATER. Harmful or fatal if
swallowed. Causes severe skin burns. Concentrated acid. Avoid inhalation.
Clear, red viscous liquid with acid odor.
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Primary Route of Entry: Eye contact, skin contact, inhalation
Acute/Potential Health Effects:
EYES: Immediate pain, severe burns and corneal damage which may result in permanent
blindness.
SKIN: Concentrated solution may cause pain and severe burns to the skin. Repeated
exposure to mists may cause irritation, itching, redness or rash.
INHALATION: Breathing of this material is harmful. Inhalation can cause severe irritation
to the nose, throat and upper respiratory tract. Severe overexposure may result in lung
collapse and pulmonary edema which can be fatal.
INGESTION: Harmful or fatal if swallowed. Symptoms may include severe burning and pain
in mouth, throat and abdomen. Vomiting, diarrhea and perforation of the esophagus and
stomach lining may occur.
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Section 3: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION - continued:
Chronic / Long Term Effects: Repeated exposure may produce erosion and discoloration of
Teeth.
Signs and Symptoms of Overexposure: Repeated overexposure may lead to contact dermati-
tis, may cause bronchitis with cough, phlegm, shortness of breath and emphysema, can
cause chronic runny nose, tearing of the eyes, nosebleeds and stomach upsets.
Target Organ Effects: Lungs and upper respiratory tract, liver, heart
Reproductive/Developmental Information: No data.
Carcinogenic Information: Thiourea is listed as a carcinogen by IARC and NTP.
Studies conclude that occupational exposure to strong inorganic acid mists containing
sulfuric acid is carcinogenic to man.
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Section 4: FIRST AID MEASURES
EYES: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
Get medical attention immediately.
SKIN: Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while
removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.
Get medical attention immediately.
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration.
If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
INGESTION: Seek medical attention immediately. Do not induce vomiting. If victim
is alert, give 1/2 to 1 glass of water. Call a poison control center or doctor for
treatment advice.
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Section 5: FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flash Point: No flash by standard methods
Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, CO2 or foam is recommended. If water is used, expect
viol.
Special Fire Fighting Instructions: Wear a self contained breathing apparatus with a
full face piece operated in the positive pressure demand mode. Chemical resistant PPE
is recommended.
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Section 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Stop all leaks. Isolate hazard area. Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel from
entering. Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. dry sand, earth). Prevent runoff
from entering drains, sewers or other bodies of water. Absorb unrecoverable product.
Transfer contaminated absorbent, soil and other materials to containers for disposal.
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Section 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE
Follow all MSDS/label precautions even after container is emptied because they may
contain product residues. Use with adequate ventilation. Do not get in eyes, on skin
or clothing. Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container closed when not in use.
Keep out of reach of children.
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Section 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS and PERSONAL PROTECTION
Eye Protection: Wear safety glasses or goggles and face shield. Remove contact lenses.
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Skin Protection: Wear impervious gloves (made from rubber, neoprene or PVC), and other acid
resistant clothing and boots.
Respiratory Protection: When respiratory protection is required, use an acid gas cartridge.
A respiratory program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.34 & ANSI Z88.2 requirements must
be followed.
Engineering Controls: Good general ventilation required.
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Section 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance and Odor: Clear, red, viscous liquid with acid odor
pH Concentrate: < 1.0
Solubility in Water: Complete
Vapor Pressure [mmHg]: n/e
Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate=1): n/e
Vapor Density [Air=1]: n/e
Specific Gravity [H20=1]: 1.835
Boiling Point: > 220 F
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Section 10: REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Conditions to avoid: High temperature
Hazardous Decomposition Products: CO, CO2, SO2
Incompatibility: Strong alkalis, oxidizers, organic matter, certain metals
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Section 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Sulfuric Acid: Toxicological Data: LD50 (oral, rat)=2140 mg/kg, LC50 (inhalation, rat)=
510 mg/m3 for 2 hrs, Skin effects (rabbit): severe irritation, Eye effects (rabbit):
severe irritation
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Section 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Sulfuric Acid: Harmful to aquatic life in very low concentrations. May be dangerous if it
enters water intake. 96 hr LC50 鈥? bluegill sunfish: 10.5 ppm; 48 hr TLM 鈥? flounder: 100-300
ppm. Thiourea: Daphnia Magna, LC50-1.8 mg/L: Pimephales promelas (fathead minnow), LC50>100
mg/L
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Section 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste Disposal Method:
Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental
control regulations.
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Section 14: TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
D.O.T. Shipping Name / Class:
Sulfuric Acid Solution, 8, UN 1830, II
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Section 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION
U.S. Federal Regulations:
TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act): The intentional ingredients of product are listed.
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MSDS Number: LA-105
Title III Section 311/312 Hazardous Categories - 40 CFR 370.2:
ACUTE (X) Chronic (X) Fire ( ) Pressure ( ) Reactive (X) Not Applicable ( )
(1) Title III Section 302/304 Extremely Hazardous Substances - 40 CFR 355 Appendix A
(2) Title III Section 313 Toxic Chemicals - 40 CFR 372.65
If indicated under Section 2 of this MSDS, this product contains toxic chemicals
subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of the Emergency Planning &
Community Right to Know Act of 1986. This information must be included in all
MSDS that are copied and distributed for this material.
RCRA Status: Under RCRA, it is the responsibility of the product user to determine
at the time of disposal, whether a material containing the product or derived from
the product should be classified as a hazardous waste. If this product becomes a
hazardous waste it would be assigned RCRA Code(s)
D002
State and Local Regulations: Certain states maintain their own ingredient lists which
differ slightly from the Federal standards. If indicated under Section 2 of this MSDS,
states listed below may have regulations on ingredients contained in this product.
Check with your state for any additional regulations.
(3) California proposition 65 (Safe Drinking Water & Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986)
(4) Massachusetts (Hazardous Substance Disclosure by Employers)
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Section 16: OTHER INFORMATION
This information was compiled from current manufacturer's MSDS's of the component
parts of the product.
Disclaimer: The Manufacturer believes that the information contained in the Material
Safety Data Sheet is accurate. The suggested procedures are based on experience as
of the date of publication. They are not necessarily all inclusive nor fully adequate
in every circumstance. Also, the suggestions should not be confused with, nor followed
in violation of applicable laws, regulations, rules or insurance requirements.
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