MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
AGFA CORPORATION
100 Challenger Road
Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660
TRANSPORTATION EMERGENCY NON-TRANSPORTATION
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1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION:
PRODUCT NAME........: Neutol liquid WA
PRODUCT CODE........: BVMHD000 S94QT000
CHEMICAL FAMILY.....: Aqueous Photochemical Solution
BUSINESS GROUP......: Photo Imaging Systems
AGFA MSDS NUMBER....: 513p.002
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS:
INGREDIENT NAME
/CAS NUMBER EXPOSURE LIMITS CONCENTRATION (%)
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***** HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS *****
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Potassium sulfite
10117-38-1 OSHA PEL : Not Established 15-20 %
ACGIH TLV: Not Established
Potassium carbonate
584-08-7 OSHA PEL : Not Established 15-20 %
ACGIH TLV: Not Established
Potassium bromide
7758-02-3 OSHA PEL : Not Established 0.1-1.0 %
ACGIH TLV: Not Established
Hydroquinone
123-31-9 OSHA PEL : 2.0 mg/m3 TWA 1-5 %
ACGIH TLV: 2.0 mg/m3 TWA
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION:
This product as a whole has not been tested. This hazard information is for the
individual ingredients.
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* EMERGENCY OVERVIEW *
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* WARNING! Corrosive; Color: Colorless; Form: Liquid; *
* Odor: Odorless; Causes respiratory tract irritation; May *
* cause allergic respiratory reaction; Causes skin irritation; *
* May cause allergic skin reaction; Causes eye irritation; *
* Irritating gases/fumes may be given off during burning or *
* thermal decomposition. *
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POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS:
ROUTES OF ENTRY..................: Eye and skin contact, inhalation of vapors or
mists, accidental ingestion.
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HUMAN EFFECTS AND SYMPTOMS OF OVEREXPOSURE:
ACUTE INHALATION..............: The potassium sulfite, hydroquinone, potassium
bromide, and potassium carbonate in this product are expected to be
irritating to the respiratory tract with symptoms of coughing, sore throat,
and runny nose. Potassium sulfite may cause an allergic reaction in some
asthmatics and sulfite sensitive individuals. Possible symptoms include
bronchoconstriction, sweating, flushing, hives, rapid heart rate, decreased
blood pressure, and anaphylaxis.
CHRONIC INHALATION............: Persons who have been previously sensitized to
sulfites should take precautions to prevent the inhalation of potassium sulfite.
ACUTE SKIN CONTACT............: Potassium sulfite, potassium bromide, and
hydroquinone can be irritating to the skin with symptoms of reddening,
itching, and swelling. Potassium carbonate can be severely irritating with
symptoms of reddening, itching, swelling, and possible burns. Hydroquinone
may cause skin sensitization with symptoms of rash, itching, hives, and swelling.
CHRONIC SKIN CONTACT..........: Sensitization with dermatitis or hives may occur.
ACUTE EYE CONTACT.............: Potassium sulfite, potassium bromide, and
hydroquinone can be irritating to the eyes with symptoms of tearing,
stinging, reddening, and swelling. Potassium carbonate can be severely
irritating with possible burns.
CHRONIC EYE CONTACT...........: Repeated exposure to hydroquinone may cause
intolerance of the eyes to light. In addition, repeated overexposure to
hydroquinone may cause pigment deposition, which can extend into the cornea
with continued exposure to high concentrations. This pigment deposition
does not impair vision.
ACUTE INGESTION...............: Ingestion of this product may cause
gastrointestinal irritation. Hydroquinone may be harmful if swallowed with
symptoms including nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, dizziness, disorientation,
bluish skin color, and stomach pain.
CHRONIC INGESTION.............: None known.
OTHER EFFECTS OF EXPOSURE.....: See Section 11.
CARCINOGENICITY...............: The components of this product are not listed
by NTP, IARC or regulated as a carcinogen by OSHA.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS
AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE......: Persons with preexisting eye, skin or respiratory tract
disorders may be more susceptible to the effects of this product.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES:
FIRST AID FOR EYES......: In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of
water for at least 15 minutes. Call a physician.
FIRST AID FOR SKIN......: Flush affected areas promptly with water and soap for 15
minutes. Remove contaminated clothing. In case of continued irritation consult
physician.
FIRST AID FOR INHALATION: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing,
give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Call
a physician.
FIRST AID FOR INGESTION.: Drink 1-2 glasses of water. Never give anything by mouth to
An unconscious person. Seek medical attention. Take this MSDS to physician.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES:
FLASH POINT.....................: Noncombustible
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA.............: Material is not combustible. Use extinguishing media
suitable for other combustible materials in the area.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Evacuate personnel to a safe area. Keep personnel
removed and upwind of fire. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
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6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES:
SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES..........: Use appropriate PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
during clean up. Dike Spill. Prevent liquid from entering sewers, waterways, or
low areas. Soak up with sawdust, sand, oil dry or other absorbent material. For
disposal see section 13.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE:
STORAGE TEMPERATURE(MIN/MAX): Store between 40 F (4.4 C) and 80 F (26 C).
Preferred storage is at 68 F (20 C).
SHELF LIFE..................: N.A.
SPECIAL SENSITIVITY.........: Keep from freezing.
HANDLING/STORAGE PRECAUTIONS: Avoid eye and skin contact, and store in well-ventilated
area. Keep container tightly closed. Do not store with incompatible materials. Do
not store or consume food, drink or tobacco in area where they may become
contaminated with this material. For incompatibles see section 10.
OTHER NOTES.................: Keep out of the reach of children.
8. PERSONAL PROTECTION:
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING REQUIREMENTS鈥?: Splash protection required for eyes, e.g., eye
glasses with side shields or goggles. For skin protection use chemical resistant
gloves and aprons, e.g. made of neoprene, rubber or vinyl.
VENTILATION REQUIREMENTS...........: Use sufficient general room ventilation
and/or local exhaust to maintain airborne levels of vapors below applicable
exposure limits (see Section 2).
RESPIRATOR REQUIREMENTS............: Under normal conditions of use, respirator
protection is not required. If respirators are used, institute a program
in accordance with OSHA standard 29CFR1010.134.
ADDITIONAL PROTECTIVE MEASURES.....: Emergency showers and eye wash stations
should be made available. Educate and train employees in the safe use and
handling of this product.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES:
PHYSICAL FORM.............: Liquid
COLOR.....................: Colorless to Brownish
ODOR......................: Odorless
pH .......................: 11.7
BOILING POINT.............: Greater than 212 F (100 C)
MELTING/FREEZING POINT....: Less than 32 F (0 C)
SOLUBILITY IN WATER ......: Soluble
SPECIFIC GRAVITY .........: 1.375
BULK DENSITY..............: Not Applicable
VAPOR PRESSURE ...........: Approx. 23 mbar at 68 F (20 C) (water)
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY:
STABILITY..................: This is a stable material.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION...: Will not occur.
INCOMPATIBILITIES..........: Strong acids, oxidizers
INSTABILITY CONDITIONS.....: None known.
DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS.....: In case of fire, oxides of sulfur, CO2, carbon
monoxide and other potentially toxic fumes.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
TOXICITY DATA FOR: Hydroquinone
ACUTE TOXICITY
ORAL LD50..........: 320 mg/kg (Rat) (1)
SKIN EFFECTS.......: 2% skin - mild (Human); 5% skin - severe (Human) (1)
OTHER ACUTE EFFECTS: Oral-Human LDLO: 29 mg/kg (1)
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CHRONIC TOXICITY......: Adverse kidney effects have been observed primarily in
one strain of male rat (F-344) following chronic administration of oral doses.
Nephropathy did not occur in two other strains of rats, mice, or dogs. (2)
CARCINOGENICITY.......: Formation of benign kidney tumors occurred only after
nephropathy developed and only in one strain of male rat. Additional effects
have been reported. Although an increase in leukemia was reported in the
female F-344 rat, this result was not reproduced in a subsequent study. There
was no evidence of cancer in male mice following chronic oral administration
of hydroquinone. Increases in primarily benign tumors were noted in female
mice, although this finding was not reproduced in a subsequent study. No tumors were
reported in mice following long-term dermal application of hydroquinone. (2)
MUTAGENICITY..........: Studies using the Ames' test were generally negative.
There is some evidence for mutagenicity from studies in animals, in isolated
cells taken from animals and plants, and in other microorganisms. (2)
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Hydroquinone has not caused birth defects when
administered orally at dose levels not causing systemic toxicity in the mother. (2)
REPRODUCTION..........: Hydroquinone has not caused reproductive effects in
male or female animals when administered orally at dose levels not causing
systemic toxicity in the mother. (2)
1 Occupational Health Services Material Safety Data Sheet
2 Hydroquinone Health, Safety, and Environmental Information, Eastman Chemical Company
TOXICITY DATA FOR: Potassium Carbonate
ACUTE TOXICITY
ORAL LD50..........: 1870 mg/kg (rat) 1
1 Supplier MSDS
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
NO ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION AVAILABLE
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD.......: Recover nonusable free liquid and/or contaminated
water, and dispose of in an approved and permitted treatment system.
Remove nonusable solid material and/or contaminated soil, for disposal in
an approved and permitted landfill. Discharge to sewer may require
approval of permitting authority and may require pretreatment.
14. TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION:
TECHNICAL SHIPPING NAME........: Potassium Carbonate
PRODUCT LABEL..................: Neutol WA
DOT (DOMESTIC SURFACE)
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PROPER SHIPPING NAME...........: CAUSTIC ALKALI LIQUID, N.O.S.
HAZARD CLASS OR DIVISION ......: 8
UN/NA NUMBER...................: UN1719
PACKING GROUP .................: II
DOT PRODUCT RQ lbs (kgs).......: None
HAZARD LABEL(s)................: Corrosive
HAZARD PLACARD(s)..............: Corrosive
Limited Quantity Exception may apply to this product, for "inner packagings not over
1.0 L (0.3 gal) for liquids and 1.0 kg (2.2 lb) for solids". 173.154(b) (1). Each
package must conform to the packaging requirements of Subpart B of Part 173 and may
not exceed 30 kg (66 lb) gross weight. For furtherinformation consult the 49 CFR.
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IMO / IMDG CODE (OCEAN)
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PROPER SHIPPING NAME...........: CAUSTIC ALKALI LIQUID, N.O.S.
HAZARD CLASS DIVISION NUMBER...: 8
UN NUMBER......................: UN1719
PACKAGING GROUP................: II
HAZARD LABEL(s)................: Corrosive
HAZARD PLACARD(s)..............: Corrosive
ICAO / IATA (AIR)
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PROPER SHIPPING NAME...........: CAUSTIC ALKALI LIQUID, N.O.S.
HAZARD CLASS DIVISION NUMBER...: 8
UN NUMBER......................: UN1719
SUBSIDIARY RISK................: None
PACKING GROUP..................: II
HAZARD LABEL(s)................: Corrosive
RADIOACTIVE?...................: Non-Radioactive
PASSENGER AIR - MAX. QTY. .....: 25
PASSENGER PACKING INSTRUCTION..: 822
CARGO AIR - MAX. QTY. .........: 100
CARGO AIR PACKING INSTRUCTION..: 823
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION:
OSHA STATUS.................: This product is hazardous under the criteria of
the Federal OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29
CFR 1910.1200.
TSCA STATUS.................: On TSCA Inventory
CERCLA REPORTABLE QUANTITY..: Hydroquinone (Reportable Quantity = 100 lbs.)
SARA TITLE III:
SECTION 302 EXTREMELY
HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES..: Hydroquinone (CAS# 123-31-9) - 1-5%
SECTION 311/312
HAZARD CATEGORIES.....: Immediate Health Hazard; Delayed Health Hazard
SECTION 313
TOXIC CHEMICALS.......: Hydroquinone (CAS# 123-31-9) - 1-5%
RCRA STATUS.................: If discarded in its purchased form, this product
would not be a hazardous waste either by listing
or by characteristic. However, under RCRA, it is
the responsibility of the product user to
determine at the time of disposal, whether a
material containing the product or derived from
the product should be classified as a hazardous
waste. (40 CFR 261.20-24)
The following chemicals are specifically listed by individual states; other
product specific health and safety data in other sections of the MSDS may also
be applicable for state requirements. For details on your regulatory
requirements you should contact the appropriate agency in your state.
COMPONENT NAME
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Water
7732-18-5 55-60 % PA3, NJ4
Potassium sulfite
10117-38-1 15-20 % PA3, NJ4
Potassium carbonate
584-08-7 15-20 % PA3, NJ4
Potassium bromide
7758-02-3 0.1-1.0 % PA3, NJ4
Hydroquinone
123-31-9 1-5 % PA1, PA4, MA, NJ1, NJ3
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COMPONENT NAME
/CAS NUMBER CONCENTRATION STATE CODE
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EDTA Tetrasodium salt
64-02-8 1-5 % PA3, NJ4
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MA = Massachusetts Hazardous Substance List
NJ1 = New Jersey Hazardous Substance List
NJ3 = New Jersey Special Health Hazardous Substance List
NJ4 = New Jersey Other - included in 5 predominant ingredients > 1%
PA1 = Pennsylvania Hazardous Substance List
PA3 = Pennsylvania Non-hazardous present at 3% or greater.
PA4 = Pennsylvania Environmental Hazardous Substance List.
16. OTHER INFORMATION:
HMIS RATINGS: Health Flammability Reactivity Personal Prot
2 0 0 B
0=Minimal 1=Slight 2=Moderate 3=Serious 4=Severe
B=Safety Glasses, Gloves
Agfa's method of hazard communication is comprised of Product Labels and Material
Safety Data Sheets. HMIS ratings are provided by Agfa as a customer service.
REASON FOR ISSUE..........: Reviewed, Harmonized
PREPARED BY...............: R. Ruppel-Kerr
APPROVED BY...............: M. Patrick
APPROVAL DATE.............: 01/21/2003
SUPERSEDES DATE...........: 07/10/1998
MSDS NUMBER...............: 34430
This information is furnished without warranty, expressed or implied, except that it is
accurate to the best knowledge of Agfa Corporation. The data on this sheet relates
only to the specific material designated herein. Agfa Corporation assumes no legal
responsibility for use or reliance upon these data.
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