MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
GLB Calcium Hardness Up
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: 05/04/2001
Product Name: GLB Calcium Hardness Up
CAS Number: Not Established
Chemical Family: Inorganic Salt
Chemical Formula: CaCl2
MSDS Number: 55
2. Composition/Information On Ingredients
Ingredient CAS Percent Of
Name Number Total Weight
CALCIUM CHLORIDE 10043-52-4
POTASSIUM CHLORIDE 7447-40-7
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).
3. Hazards Identification
Primary Routes(s) Of Entry
Skin Contact, Eye Contact
Eye Hazards
Causes eye irritation tearing and blurred vision. Possible corneal injury
Skin Hazards
Causes skin irritation from prolonged contact
Ingestion Hazards
May cause nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and diarrhea
Inhalation Hazards
May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Signs And Symptoms
Irritation of Eyes, Skin and Respiratory Passages
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3. Hazards Identification - Continued
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.
Consult Physician.
Skin
Wash the affected area under tepid running water using a mild soap. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes.
Ingestion
INDUCE VOMITING. Drink large amounts of water. Contact a physician or poison control.
Inhalation
If inhaled, remove to fresh air.
Fire Fighting (Pictograms)
5. Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point: N/A 掳F
Flammability Class: NOT FLAMMABLE
Extinguishing Media
Use the appropriate extinguishing media for the surrounding fire. Use water to cool fire-exposed containers.
Fire Fighting Instructions
Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear.
6. Accidental Release Measures
Sweep up and remove immediately. Collect and dispose. Flush spill area with water.
7. Handling And Storage
Handling And Storage Precautions
Keep out of reach of children. Keep containers tightly closed. Store material in a cool and dry place. Material may
contain hazardous residue.
Handling Precautions
Avoid contact with eyes.
Storage Precautions
Store in a cool dry place.
Work/Hygienic Practices
Use safe chemical handling procedures suitable for the hazards presended by this material.
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Protective Clothing (Pictograms)
8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls
Local exhaust acceptable.
Eye/Face Protection
Safety glasses with side shields or goggles recommended.
Skin Protection
Chemical-resistant gloves.
Respiratory Protection
None normally required. If dust accumulation is a problem a dust mask is suggested.
9. Physical And Chemical Properties
Appearance
White Granules
Odor
None
Chemical Type: Mixture
Physical State: Solid
Melting Point: N/A 掳F
Boiling Point: 388 掳F
Specific Gravity: N/A
Percent Volitales: N/A
Packing Density: NOT DETERMINED
Vapor Pressure: 0.009 MMhG @20C
Vapor Density: N/A
pH Factor: 9-11 At a Concentration Of 1% SOLUTION IN WATER
Solubility: SOLUBLE IN WATER
Viscosity: NOT DETERMINED
Evaporation Rate: N/A
10. Stability And Reactivity
Stability: Stable
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Conditions To Avoid (Stability)
None known
Incompatible Materials
Sulfuric Acids yields hydrogen chloride gas, which is corrosive, irritating and reactive. Water reactive materials
such as sodium cause an exothermic reaction. Methyl Vinyl Ether starts run away polymerization reaction. Zinc
yields hydrogen gas with solutions which may explode. Metals are also incompatable.
Hazardous Decomposition Products
CO2
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10. Stability And Reactivity - Continued
Conditions To Avoid (Polymerization)
Temperatures above 350F, Humidity
11. Toxicological Information
Skin Effects
Dermal LD50 (Rabbit)<5g/kg
Acute Oral Effects
LD50 mg/kg Rat 0.9-2.1 g/kg for 100% Calcium Chloride
12. Ecological Information
No Data Available...
13. Disposal Considerations
Dispose in accordance with applicable federal, state and local government regulations.
14. Transport Information
Proper Shipping Name
NOT REGULATED
Hazard Class
NOT REGULATED
DOT Identification Number
NONE
DOT Shipping Label
NOT ASSIGNED
15. Regulatory Information
Canadian Regulatory Information
Class D, Div 2b - Poisonous or Infectious Material: other toxic effects
WHMIS - Canada (Pictograms)
NFPA HMIS
HEALTH 1
0
FLAMMABILITY 0
1 1
REACTIVITY 1
F
PERSONAL PROTECTION
16. Other Information
Revision/Preparer Information
MSDS Preparer: JHW3
This MSDS Superceeds A Previous MSDS Dated: 07/26/2000
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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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