MSDS NO.: 300 0080 0000 VER: 14
SAP CODE: 100CM1001A00000001
10/30/2002
ISSUE DATE:
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET SUPERSEDES: 300 0080 0000 VER: 13
Hercules Incorporated
Aqualon Division
Hercules Plaza
1313 North Market Street
Wilmington, DE 19894
(302) 594-5000 24 HOURS
1 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT NAME AQUALON庐 CELLULOSE GUM (CMC PURIFIED)
sodium carboxymethylcellulose; cellulose, carboxymethyl ether, sodium salt
CHEMICAL DESCRIPTION
9004-32-4
CAS NUMBER
2 COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
This product is considered hazardous according to the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
29CFR1910.1200 due to flammable dust potential.
Hercules Incorporated has not determined the safety of this product for parenteral or medical implant uses.
If this product is used in a manner that could generate particulates (dust), refer to MSDS Section 7, Handling
and Storage, and Section 8, Recommended Exposure Limits and Personal Protective Equipment.
3 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
WARNING!
Static charges generated by emptying package in or near flammable vapors may cause flash fire.
May form flammable dust-air mixtures.
May cause mild eye irritation.
May cause skin irritation by mechanical abrasion.
Inhalation of dust may cause respiratory tract irritation.
Surfaces subject to spills may become slippery.
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
Repeated ingestion may cause an allergic reaction in susceptible individuals.
Repeated or prolonged skin contact may cause allergic dermatitis in susceptible individuals.
Refer to Section 5 for Hazardous Combustion Products, and Section 10 for Hazardous
Decomposition/Hazardous Polymerization Products.
4 FIRST AID MEASURES
SKIN
Wash thoroughly with soap and water. Get medical attention if irritation develops or persists.
EYE
Remove contact lenses. Hold eyelids apart. Immediately flush eyes with plenty of low-pressure water for at
least 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation persists.
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INHALATION
Remove to fresh air. Get medical attention if nasal, throat or lung irritation develops.
INGESTION
No adverse health effects are expected from accidental ingestion of small amounts of this product. For
ingestion of large amounts: If conscious, drink one to two glasses of water (8-16 oz.). Do not induce vomiting.
Get immediate medical attention. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Water spray, dry chemical, foam, carbon dioxide or clean extinguishing agents may be used on fires involving
this product.
FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH approved (or equivalent) and full
protective gear when fighting fires involving this product.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID
None known.
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS
Combustion products include: carbon monoxide , carbon dioxide and smoke
> 698 掳 F (dust)
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE
6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
If product is contaminated, scoop into containers, and dispose appropriately. If product is not contaminated,
scoop into clean containers for use. Avoid wetting spills, as surfaces can become very slippery. Apply
absorbent to wet spills and sweep up for disposal. In case of accidental spill or release, refer to Section 8,
Personal Protective Equipment and General Hygiene Practices.
7 HANDLING & STORAGE
GENERAL MEASURES
Ground all equipment.
Blanket vessel with inert gas when emptying bags where flammable vapors may be present.
Ground operator and pour material slowly into conductive, grounded chute.
Store in a cool, dry, well ventilated area.
Keep container closed when not in use.
MATERIALS OR CONDITIONS TO AVOID
Avoid conditions that generate dust; product may form flammable dust-air mixtures.
Avoid emptying package in or near flammable vapors; static charges may cause flash fire.
Keep away from heat, flame, sparks and other ignition sources.
Do not store in direct sunlight or expose to UV radiation.
8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
WORK PRACTICES & ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Eyewash fountains and safety showers should be easily accessible.
Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to control airborne levels below
recommended exposure limits. Discharge from the ventilation system should comply with applicable air
pollution control regulations.
Keep floors clean and dry. Clean up spills immediately.
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GENERAL HYGIENIC PRACTICES
Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing.
Avoid breathing dust.
Avoid contamination of food, beverages, or smoking materials.
Wash thoroughly after handling, and before eating, drinking or smoking.
Remove contaminated clothing promptly and clean thoroughly before reuse.
RECOMMENDED EXPOSURE LIMITS
PARTICULATES (dust): If used under conditions that generate particulates (dust), the ACGIH TLV-TWA of 3
mg/m3 respirable fraction (10 mg/m3 total) should be observed.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Safety glasses
Impervious gloves
Appropriate protective clothing
Appropriate respiratory protection is required when exposure to airborne contaminants may exceed acceptable
limits. Respirators should be selected and used in accordance with OSHA, Subpart I (29 CFR 1910.134) and
manufacturers recommendations.
PROTECTIVE MEASURES DURING REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE
Eliminate ignition sources and prevent build-up of static electrical charges.
Completely isolate and thoroughly clean all equipment, piping, or vessels before beginning maintenance or
repairs.
Keep area clean. Product will burn.
9 PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
granular powder
PHYSICAL STATE:
white to off-white
COLOR:
odorless
ODOR:
1.59
Specific Gravity
negligible at 68掳 F
Percent Volatile
limited by viscosity
Solubility In Water
440 掳 F
Browning Temperature
8.0 max. (as packed)
Moisture Content,(Wt.)%
10 STABILITY & REACTIVITY
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
None known.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION
Not anticipated under normal or recommended handling and storage conditions.
GENERAL STABILITY CONSIDERATIONS
Stable under recommended handling and storage conditions.
INCOMPATIBLE MATERIALS
None known
11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
CARCINOGENICITY INFORMATION
Not listed as a carcinogen by NTP. Not regulated as a carcinogen by OSHA. Not evaluated by IARC.
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REPORTED HUMAN EFFECTS
PRODUCT/SIMILAR PRODUCT - A single case of allergic dermatitis has been reported after repeated
long-term skin contact. A single case of anaphylaxis after ingestion has been reported in medical literature.
Due to the physical nature of this material, may cause eye, skin and respiratory irritation.
REPORTED ANIMAL EFFECTS
PRODUCT/SIMILAR PRODUCT - Reported to cause rabbit eye irritation after exposure to dust. Low order of
oral toxicity based on acute and chronic studies in several species.
MUTAGENICITY/GENOTOXICITY INFORMATION
PRODUCT/SIMILAR PRODUCT - Not mutagenic in Ames assay or chromosome aberration test.
12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ECOTOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
PRODUCT/SIMILAR PRODUCT - Acute aquatic 96-hour static LC50 value falls within the practically nontoxic
range of 100-1000 mg/L, according to the U. S. Fish and Wildlife criteria. Rainbow trout and Bluegill sunfish
were the species tested.
BIODEGRADABILITY
This product is biodegradable.
13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
WASTE DISPOSAL
Landfilling in a permitted solid or hazardous waste facility is recommended. Handling, transportation, and
disposal of material should be conducted in a manner to prevent a nuisance dust hazard. Fully containerize the
material before handling, and protect from exposure to the outdoors. Ensure there are no restrictions on
disposing of bulk or semi-bulk quantities of waste material. Disposal should be in accordance with all Federal,
State and local regulations.
14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
GENERAL
This product is not subject to DOT regulations.
For specific information regarding transportation of this product, please call the Hercules representative at (905)
632-7861.
15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
CHEMICAL INVENTORIES
U.S. TSCA: The components of this product are included on the TSCA Inventory.
SARA TITLE III - SECTIONS 302/304
This product is not an Extremely Hazardous Substance subject to reporting under 40CFR355.
SARA TITLE III - SECTION 311 AND 312
NHH: Not a health hazard
HC-3: Fire hazard
SARA TITLE III - SECTION 313
This product does not contain any chemicals subject to reporting under Section 313 of Title III of the Superfund
Amendments and Reauthorization Act and 40CFR372.
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CERCLA
This product does not contain any chemicals subject to reporting as a CERCLA Hazardous Substance under
40CFR302.4.
RCRA
This product is not a hazardous waste as listed in 40CFR261.33. It does not exhibit any of the hazardous
characteristics listed in 40CFR261, Subpart C.
16 OTHER INFORMATION
HMIS RATINGS:
1 Slight Hazard
Health
1 Slight Hazard
Flammability
0 Minimal Hazard
Reactivity
LIST OF ACRONYMS
ACGIH: American Conferences of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
AIHA WEEL: American Industrial Hygienists Association-Workplace Environmental Exposure Level
ANSI: American National Standards Institute
CASRN: Chemical Abstracts Service Registry Number
CEPA: Canadian Environmental Protection Act
CERCLA: Comprehensive Emergency Response, Compensation and Liability Act
DSL: Domestic Substances List (Canadian)
HMIS: Hazardous Materials Identification System
IARC: International Agency for Research on Cancer
NDSL: Non-Domestic Substances List (Canadian)
NTP: National Toxicology Program
OSHA: Occupational Safety and Health Administration
PEL: Permissible Exposure Limit (OSHA)
RCRA: Resource Conservation and Recovery Act
RQ: Reportable Quantity
SARA: Superfund Amendment Reauthorization Act
STEL: Short-Term Exposure Limit
TLV: Threshold Limit Values (registered trademark of ACGIH)
TPQ: Threshold Planning Quantity
TSCA: Toxic Substance Control Act
TWA: Time Weighted Average
DISCLAIMER
The information and recommendations contained in this Material Safety Data Sheet have been compiled from
sources believed to be reliable and to represent the most reasonable current opinion on the subject when the
MSDS was prepared. No warranty, guaranty or representation is made as to the correctness or sufficiency of
the information. The user of this product must decide what safety measures are necessary to safely use this
product, either alone or in combination with other products, and determine its environmental regulatory
compliance obligations under any applicable federal or state laws.
MSDS STATUS
Effective Date MSDS Revision(s) Supersedes Date
10/30/2002 Section 7 (General Measures), 14 10/18/2000
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