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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
I. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Product Name: Orion Application Solution Catalog No. Effective Date
Ammonia pH -Adjusting ISA 951211 11/3/00
Hazardous DOT IATA
Shipment Labeling: Sodium Hydroxide Solution -UN No. 1824 -Corrosive
Title
Prepared By
Quality Assurance Chemist
Title
Approved By
Director Regulatory Matters
II. HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS (IDENTIFY INFORMATION)
Hazardous Components * CAS NO. % OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV LDLO
Specific Chemical Identity: Common Name(s)
mg/Kg
500
(ORL-RBT)
3 3
Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH) 1310-73-2 20 2 mg/m 2 mg/m
143
67-56-1 <1 200 ppm 200 ppm (ORL-HMN)
Methanol (CH3OH)
2000(LD50)
6381-92-6 2 None Listed None Listed (ORL-RAT)
Disodium EDTA (Na2C10H14O8N2)
125-20-2 <1 None Listed None Listed None Listed
Thymolpthalein (C28H30O4)
629,000
7732-18-5 >76 None Listed None Listed (ORL-DOG)
***Deionized Water (H2O)
III. PHYSICAL DATA
Boiling Point 750mm Hg 100掳C Freezing Point -1.0掳C
Vapor Pressure @ 25掳C
Specific Gravity (H2O=1)
NA**
1.0
pH @ 25掳C Solubility In Water, % by Wt @ 25掳C
Strongly alkaline (14) Miscible
Volatiles % By Wt. 10% Evaporation Rate (BUTYL, ACETATE = 1) NA
Vapor Density (AIR = 1) 1.1 Methanol
Appearance and Odor Dark blue solution, slight alcohol odor
IV. FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash Point (Test Method) Autoignition Temperature
104掳F closed cup (ASTM-D-56) NA
Flammable Limits Lower Upper
in air, % by volume: (Pure methanol) 6% 36.5%
Extinguishing Media Dry chemical, water, foam, or CO2
Special Fire-Fighting Procedures Move containers away if possible; cool from side. Use flooding quantities of water as a fog.
Apply from distance, stay upwind; avoid breathing.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards
None
*Chemicals which are not classified as hazardous Liability is expressly disclaimed for any loss or Document No. 205494-001
per U.S. OSHA guidelines (29CFR Parts 1915.2 injury arising out of the use of this information Rev. J
or 1916.2) or the Massachusetts Substance List or the use of any materials designated. Safe use
(105CMR670.000 Appendix A) will not of the materials is the responsibility of the user.
necessarily be listed on this form even though
one or more may be a constituent of this product
** NA Not available/not applicable Printed in U.S.A.
*** Non-hazardous component Form MSDS/1192
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
PRODUCT NAME: Orion Application Solution Catalog No.: 951211
Ammonia pH-Adjusting ISA
V. REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Conditions to Avoid
Unstable Stable X See below
Incompatibility (Materials to avoid)
Contact with water may cause heat to be released. Contact with acids, flammable liquid, and organic halogen compounds may cause fire.
Hazardous Decomposition Products
May release toxic fumes of sodium oxide which can react with water or steam to produce heat or flammable H2 gas.
Hazardous Polymerization: Condition to Avoid
May Occur Will Not Occur X Storing near acids or organic halogens
VI. HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Route(s) Of Entry: Inhalation? Skin? Ingestion?
Yes - vapors corrosive Yes - burns Yes - corrosive
Health Hazards (acute and chronic)
Inhalation: mild to severe irritation, large doses-delayed pulmonary edema, small skin burns with deep ulceration, severe burns, and
disintegration of conjunctival and corneal epithelium. Corrosion of lips, mouth, tongue, and pharynx, vomiting of mucosa. Asphyxia can
occur from swelling of throat. Chronic: bronchial irritant, coughing, pneumonia, gastrointestinal disturbances, dermatitis, conjunctivitis.
Carcinogenicity: NTP? IARC Monographs? OSHA Regulated?
Not found on these lists. (NTP/IARC MONOGRAPHS/OSHA REGULATIONS)
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure
Sore throat, coughing, labored breathing. Burns of skin, eyes, mucous membranes.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure Lung conditions, irritated or sensitive skin.
Emergency And First Aid Procedures
All: get medical attention. Inhalation: fresh air, artificial respiration if necessary. Keep warm and at rest. Skin: wash with soap and large
amounts of water while removing contaminated clothing. Eyes: flush with large amounts of water while lifting lids (15-20 minutes).
Ingestion: give large amounts of milk or water and allow vomiting to occur; do not induce vomiting.
VII. PRECAUTIONS (SAFE HANDLING AND USE)
Steps To be Taken In Case Material Is Released or Spilled
Clean up and set aside for waste disposal.
Waste Disposal Method
Dispose of in accordance with all Federal, State and local laws.
Precautions To Be Taken In Handling and Storing
Keep cool and well-sealed. Store away from acids, flammables. NFPA Rating: Scale (0-4); Health -3, Fire -2, Reactivity -1,
Specific - Corrosive. Components are reported in the EPA TSCA inventory.
Other Precautions
SARA TITLE III: CH3OH and NaOH are CERCLA hazards and are regulated by Sections 311, 312, 313 and 304 of SARA. Not found on
CAL. Prop 65 listing.
VIII. CONTROL MEASURES
Respiratory Protection (specify type)
3
100 mg/m ; SCBA full faceplate
Ventilation Local Exhaust Special
To meet exposure limits None
Ventilation Mechanical (General) Other
None None
Impervious gloves Splash proof safety goggles
Protective Gloves Eye Protection
Other Protective Clothing Or Equipment
Impervious clothing
Work/Hygienic Practices
Emergency eye wash station should be available. Wash hands after working with this product.
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