MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
POLAROID CORPORATION
OFFICE OF HEALTH, SAFETY, & ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS
1265 MAIN STREET - WALTHAM, MA 02254
(781) 386-0879
M-0626 Revision V
Data Sheet No. NFPA FIRE HAZARD SYMBOL
4-Extreme
Flammability 3-High
2-Moderate
Health Reactivity
1-Slight
Special
0-Insignificant
Compiled by: E. Karger Issue Date: 14-DEC-1998 Hazards
SECTION I - PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
DEVELOPER FLUID CONTAINED IN POD OF 35MM INSTANT FILM
COMMON NAMES:
TYPES PLITH, POLACHROME, POLAGRAPH
SECTION II - COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
MIXTURE
CHEMICAL FAMILY:
INGREDIENTS
Please note that chemicals present in the mixture in concentrations below 1%
which are considered not to be a hazard may not be included in the list of ingredients
Material % MSDS# CAS# PL# /Comments
5-10 001310-73-2
SODIUM HYDROXIDE
7-13 001889-96-9
TETRAMETHYL REDUCTIC ACID; TMRA
1-5 002654-66-2
N-BENZYL-.ALPHA.-PICOLINIUM BROMIDE (Not in Polachrome)
0.50-1.50 007757-83-7
SODIUM SULFITE ANHYDROUS
1-5
N-(N-PENTYL)-.ALPHA.-PICOLINIUM (Only in Polachrome)
BROMIDE
SECTION III - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Hazard Signal Word
WARNING
Hazards
CONTAINS ALKALI
Eye Contact May Cause Permanent Eye Damage.
Skin and Mouth Contact May Cause Irritation or Burns.
Precautionary Measures
Do not get in eyes, on skin, mouth or clothing.
Wash thoroughly after handling
INGREDIENT EXPOSURE LIMITS
SODIUM HYDROXIDE
2
OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit: PEL/TWA mg/m3 (ceiling)
2
ACGIH TLV/TWA mg/m3 (ceiling)
10
IDLH IDLH mg/m3
SECTION IV - FIRST AID MEASURES
EYE CONTACT:
In case of eye contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least
fifteen minutes. Remove contact lenses if worn. Seek Medical attention immediately.
SKIN CONTACT:
In case of skin contact, flush affected area with plenty of water.
ORAL CONTACT:
In case of oral contact rinse mouth immediately with plenty of water. Drink water or
citrus juices to dilute or neutralize any alkali that may have been swallowed. Do NOT
induce vomiting. Seek Medical attention immediately.
INGESTION:
Get Medical attention immediately. If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting unless directed
to do so by Medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
NOTES TO PHYSICIAN
Prolonged contact with skin may produce alkali burns.
SECTION V - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flash Point: (Tag Closed Cup): Mixture will not burn.
SECTION VI - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED:
Handle film so as not to break developer pods prior to film development.
Small quantities of developer fluid may be wiped up with a damp paper towel using care
to avoid any skin or eye contact.
DEVELOPER FLUID CONTAINED IN POD OF 35MM INSTANT FILM TYPES PLITH, POLACHROME, POLAGRAPH
ND = No Data M-0626 Rev. V /Page 2 of 5
NA = Not Applicable
SECTION VII - HANDLING AND STORAGE
Not Available
SECTION VIII - EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
RECOMMENDED VENTILATION:
Not normally required.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:
Not normally required.
EYE PROTECTION:
Not normally required.
SKIN PROTECTION:
Not normally required.
SECTION IX - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance and Odor: Cream, white, tan, grey or pink viscous fluid
Melting Point: ND
Boiling Point: @ 760 mm Hg: 100 藲C (212藲F) (Water)
Specific Gravity(H2O=1): 1.1
% Solubility in Water: @ 20藲C: dilutable
Vapor Density (AIR=1): ND
% Volatiles by volume: 85 (approximate)
Vapor Pressure: ND
Evaporation Rate: (BUTYL ACETATE=1): <1
pH: > 13 - Drops rapidly after processing
Pour Point: ND
Softening Point: ND
Viscosity: ND
Bulk Density: ND
Surface Tension: ND
Log Kow: ND
SECTION X - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Hazardous Reactivity:
Mixture is considered stable.
SECTION XI - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
INHALATION:
May be an irritant
SKIN CONTACT:
Corrosive
EYE:
Corrosive
DEVELOPER FLUID CONTAINED IN POD OF 35MM INSTANT FILM TYPES PLITH, POLACHROME, POLAGRAPH
ND = No Data M-0626 Rev. V /Page 3 of 5
NA = Not Applicable
SECTION XI - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION (CONT.)
INGESTION:
Corrosive
Effects of Acute Overexposure:
Eye contact with developer may cause permanent eye damage. May cause burns to skin and
mouth.
Effects of Chronic Overexposure:
None currently known.
Does not contain any chemicals listed as carcinogens by OSHA, IARC or NTP.
SECTION XII - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Not Available
SECTION XIII - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
The processing pack is hazardous waste when discarded since it contains lead in amounts
above the threshold limits established by the U.S. EPA鈥檚 TCLP test. Disposal
requirements may vary from state to state and may depend on the amounts and types of
other waste you discard. Check with your local or state environmental agency to
determine disposal methods appropriate under federal, state and local laws.
SECTION XIV - TRANSPORT INFORMATION
OTHER D.O.T. INFORMATION
Film product not regulated
SECTION XV - REGULATORY INFORMATION
All ingredients are listed on the TSCA inventory
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Canadian
Controlled Product Regulations (CPR) and the MSDS contains all the information required
by the CPR.
SECTION XVI - OTHER INFORMATION
NOTE: Film conforms to ASTM D-4236.
DEVELOPER FLUID CONTAINED IN POD OF 35MM INSTANT FILM TYPES PLITH, POLACHROME, POLAGRAPH
ND = No Data M-0626 Rev. V /Page 4 of 5
NA = Not Applicable
M-0626 Revision V
Data Sheet No.
Revision Information
Revised Sections Since Last Version:
Section I - Product & Company Indentification
REVISION DATE: 14-DEC-1998 REPLACES SHEET DATED: 08-JUN-1998
COMPLETED BY: Polaroid Corp. Office of Health, Safety, & Environmental Affairs
This data is for guidance and is believed accurate as of the date of issue hereof. It is based upon
information and tests believed to be reliable but suitability for any particular use should be confirmed by
the user鈥檚 own tests. The advice contained in this data sheet is given and accepted at the user鈥檚 risk and
Polaroid makes no guarantee of results and assumes no obligation or liability in connection herewith.
DEVELOPER FLUID CONTAINED IN POD OF 35MM INSTANT FILM TYPES PLITH, POLACHROME, POLAGRAPH
ND = No Data M-0626 Rev. V /Page 5 of 5
NA = Not Applicable
M-0626
Data Sheet No. Revision V NFPA FIRE HAZARD SYMBOL
Drum Label Information 4-Extreme
Flammability 3-High
2-Moderate
Health Reactivity
1-Slight
Special
0-Insignificant
Hazards
HAZARD SIGNAL WORD
WARNING
HAZARDS
CONTAINS ALKALI
Eye Contact May Cause Permanent Eye Damage.
Skin and Mouth Contact May Cause Irritation or Burns.
PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES
Do not get in eyes, on skin, mouth or clothing.
Wash thoroughly after handling
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES
In case of eye contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least
fifteen minutes. Remove contact lenses if worn. Seek Medical attention immediately.
In case of skin contact, flush affected area with plenty of water.
In case of oral contact rinse mouth immediately with plenty of water. Drink water or
citrus juices to dilute or neutralize any alkali that may have been swallowed. Do NOT
induce vomiting. Seek Medical attention immediately.
Get Medical attention immediately. If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting unless directed
to do so by Medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
SPILL CONTROL:
Handle film so as not to break developer pods prior to film development.
Small quantities of developer fluid may be wiped up with a damp paper towel using care
to avoid any skin or eye contact.
OTHER D.O.T. INFORMATION
Film product not regulated
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