Material Safety Data Sheet U.S. Department of Labor
May be used to comply with Occupational Safety and Health Administration
OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard. (Non-Mandatory Form)
29 CFR 1910.1200. Standard must be Form Approved
Orig. date: 2-17-05
consulted for specific requirements. OMB No. 1218-0072
IDENTITY (As Used on Label and List) Note: Blank spaces are not permitted. If any item is not applicable,
Spectrum NIR Developer or no information is available, space must be marked to indicate that
Code: CDSNIR
Section I
Manufacturer's Name Emergency Telephone Number
AMERICAN LITHO INC (616) 957-2651
Address (Number, Street, City, State, and ZIP Code Telephone Number for Information
4155 DANVERS CT SE (616) 957-2650
Date Prepared
GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49512
Signature of Preparer (optional)
USA
Section II -- Hazardous Ingredients/Identity Information
Other Limits
Hazardous Components (Specific Chemical Identity; Common Name(s) OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV Recommended % (optional)
Water Cas# 7732-18-5 SARA 313 - No 50 to 60%
Potassium Silicate Cas# 1312-76-1 5 to 20%
Sodium Meta silicate Cas# 13517-24-3 2 to 10%
Potassium Hydroxide Cas# 1310-58-3 2 to 8%
Sorbital Cas# 50-70-4 3 to 5%
Section III -- Physical/Chemical Characteristics
Boiling Point Specific Gravity (H2O = 1)
100 C 1.10 to 1.11
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg.) Melting Point
N/A N/A
Vapor Density (Air - 1) Evaporation Rate
N/A N/A
Solubility in Water Alkalinity:
Soluble pH = 12.0 to 13.8
Appearance and Odor
Clear- oderless
Section IV -- Fire and Explosion Hazard Data
Flash Point (Method Used) Flammable Limits LEL UEL
NON - FLAMMABLE N/A N/A N/A
Extinguishing Media
Water Spray, Dry Foam, CO2
Special fire Fighting Procedures
Protective clothing for skin and eye protection should be worn.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards
NONE
Section V -- Reactivity Data
Stability stable
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Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid)
Strong acids, Lead, Tin/ tin oxides, Zinc, prolonged contact with aluminum.
Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts
Sodium/ sodium oxides, Silicon oxides.
Hazardous
Polymerization Will not occur
Section VI -- Health Hazard Data
Inhalation? no yes no
Route(s) of Entry: Skin? Ingestion?
Inhalation Exposure: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Call a Physician.
Dermal Exposure: Incase of skin contact, flush with copius amounts of water for 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing or
shoes.
Skin contact: Causes burns. Call a Physician.
Eye Exposure: In case of eye contact, flush with copius amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Assure adequate flushing
by separating the eyelids with fingers. Call a physician.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Call a physicain immediately.
Health Hazards (Acute and Chronic)
Emergency Overview:
Corrosive Liquid.
Causes burns. Harmful if swallowed.
Carcinogenicity: NTP? IARC Monographs? OSHA Regulated?
N/A N/A N/A N/A
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure
skin irritation
Medical Conditions
Generally Aggravated by Exposure
Skin irritation
Emergency and First Aid Procedures
Wash with soap and water (Skin contact)
Flush eyes with water for 15 minutes, Contact a Physician.
Section VII -- Precautions for Safe Handling and Use
Steps to Be Taken in Case Material Is Released or Spilled
Add non reactive dry, absorbent such as diatomaceous earth. Shovel or sweep and place into
dry labelled container. Flush contaminated area and neutralize with dilute acid,
such as citric acid or acetic acid.
Waste Disposal Method
In accordance with state and federal authorities.
Precautions to Be Taken in Handling and Storing
Corrosive liquid.
Other Precautions
Corrosive liquid.
Section VIII -- Control Measures
Respiratory Protection (Specify Type)
Not required
Ventilation Local Exhaust Special
N/A N/A
Mechanical (General) Other
N/A N/A
Protective Gloves Eye Protection
Recommended Recommended
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment
Not required
Work/Hygienic Practices
Wash with soap and water after use.
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D.O.T Shipping Name: Potassium Hydroxide Solution
Hazard Class: Corrosive Liquid (label corrosive).
U.N Number: 1814
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