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HAZTECH
NFPA HMIS PPE (See Section 15)
SYSTEMS,
0 Health Hazard 2
INC. TM
20 Fire Hazard 0
Reactivity 0
Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
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Trade Name Code RE/MA3
CAS # 14459-95-1
HazTech Systems, Inc.
Manufacturer
RTECS LJ8225000
P.O. Box 627
164 Dinsmore TSCA TSCA 8(b) inventory:
Fortuna, CA 95540 Potassium ferrocyanide trihydrate
Commercial Name Potassium ferrocyanide trihydrate
Synonyms CI #
MA-3
In case of emergency contact CHEMTREC
(24 hours) at 800-424-9300
HazTech Systems, Inc. 800-337-2497
Chemical Formula K4Fe(CN)6.3H2O
Spectrum Chemical Mfg. Corp. 310-516-8000
Spectrum Chemical Mfg. Corp.
Supplier
14422 S. San Pedro St.
Gardena, CA 90248
Section 2. Composition and Information on Ingredients
Exposure Limits
CAS # TWA (mg/m3) STEL CEIL (mg/m3) % by Weight
Name
Potassium ferrocyanide trihydrate 14459-95-1 100%
Toxicological Potassium ferrocyanide trihydrate:
Data on ORAL (LD50): Acute: 6400 mg/kg (Rat). 5000 mg/kg (Mouse).
Ingredients
Section 3. Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation. Slightly hazardous
Health Effects in case of skin contact (permeator).
Potential Chronic CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
Health Effects TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.
The substance is toxic to lungs, mucous membranes.
Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage.
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Section 4. First Aid Mearsures
Check for and remove any contact lenses. Do not use an eye ointment. Seek medical attention.
Eye Contact
After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water. Gently and thoroughly wash the contaminated
Skin Contact
skin with running water and non-abrasive soap. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. If irritation persists,
seek medical attention.
Allow the victim to rest in a well ventilated area. Seek immediate medical attention.
Inhalation
Do not induce vomiting. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If the victim is not
Ingestion
breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Seek immediate medical attention.
Section 5. Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability Non-flammable.
Auto-Ignition Temperature Not applicable.
Flash Point Not applicable.
Flammable Limits Not applicable.
Products of Combustion Not applicable.
Fire Hazards in Presence Not applicable.
of Various Substances
Explosion Hazards in Presence Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
of Various Substances Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
Fire Fighting Media Not applicable.
and Instructions
Special Remarks on Fire Hazards Not applicable.
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by
Small Spill
spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional authority
requirements.
Section 7. Handling and Storage
If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the container or the label. Avoid contact with skin and eyes
Precautions
Storage Keep in HazCat Kit.
Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls Use in a well ventilated area.
Personal Protection Gloves and goggles.
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Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State and Appearance Solid Volatility Not available
Molecular Weight 422.39 g/mole Odor Threshold Not available
pH (1% Solution in Water) Not available Water/Oil Dist. Coeff. Not available
Boiling Point Not available Ionicity (in Water) Not available
Melting Point Decomposes. (60藲C or 140藲F) Dispersion Properties Not available
Critical Temperature Not available Solubility Water
Specific Gravity Not available Odor May be perfumed
Vapor Pressure Not available Taste Not available
Vapor Density Not available Color Variable
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability Product is stable. Corrosivity Non-corrosive in presence of glass.
Instability Temperature Not available. Special Remarks Not available.
on Corrosivity
Conditions of Instability Not available.
Polymerization Will not polymerize.
Incompatability with Not available.
Various Substances
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Route of Entry Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.
Toxicity to Animals Not available.
Chroinc Effects on Humans Not available.
Other Toxic Effects on Humans Not available.
Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals Not available.
Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans Not available.
Special Remarks on Other Toxic Effects on Humans Not available.
Section 12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity Not available.
BOD5 and COD Not available.
Products of Biodegradation Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However,
long term degradation products mayarise.
Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation The products of degradation are more toxic.
Special Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation Not available.
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Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal Recycle to process, if possible. Consult your local or regional authorities.
Section 14. Transport Information
DOT Classification CLASS 9: Miscellaneous hazardous material.
Identification : Environmentally hazardous substance, solid, n.o.s. (Potassium ferrocyanide) : UN3077 PG: III
Special Provisions Marine Pollutant
for Transport
Section 15. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms
Federal and State Regulations TSCA 8(b) inventory: Potassium ferrocyanide trihydrate
California Proposition 65 Warnings
Other Regulation OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
Other classifications WHMIS (Canada) CLASS D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (VERY TOXIC).
DSCL (EEC) R36/38- Irritating to eyes and skin.
Section 16. Other Information
Catalog Number(s) RE/MA3
References Not available.
Other Special Considerations Not available.
Validated by R. Houghton 8/06/01
Verified by R. Turkington
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Notice to Reader
All chemicals may pose unknown hazards and should be used with caution. This Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) applies only to the material as packaged. If this product is
All chemicals may pose unknown hazards and should be used with caution. This Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) applies only to the material as packaged. If this product is
combined with other materials, deteriorates, or becomes contaminated, it may pose hazards not mentioned in this MSDS. It shall be the user's responsibility to develop proper methods
of handling and personal protection based on the actual conditions of use. While this MSDS is based on technical data judged to be reliable, Haztech Systems, Inc. assumes no
responsibility for the completeness or accuracy of the information contained herein.
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