Material Safety Data Sheet
GE Betz, Inc.
4636 Somerton Road
Trevose, PA 19053 Issue Date: 21-JUN-2006
Business telephone: (215) 355-3300
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE (Health/Accident): (800) 877-1940
1 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT NAME:
KLEEN MCT511
PRODUCT APPLICATION AREA:
REVERSE OSMOSIS MEMBRANE CLEANER
2 COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Information for specific product ingredients as required by the
U.S. OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION STANDARD is listed. Refer to
additional sections of this MSDS for our assessment of the potential
hazards of this formulation.
HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS:
CAS# CHEMICAL NAME
111-42-2 DIETHANOLAMINE (ETHANOL,2,2鈥?-IMINODI-)
Irritant (eyes); absorbed by skin; IARC=3
(carcinogen status not classifiable); potential
blood, nervous system, liver and kidney toxin
5064-31-3 NITRILOTRIACETIC ACID,TRISODIUM SALT (NTA.3NA)
Possible human carcinogen (IARC=2B;
NTP=anticipated)
139-89-9 N-HYDROXYETHYLENEDIAMINE TRIACETIC ACID TRISODIUM
SALT
Irritant (eyes)
102-71-6 TRIETHANOLAMINE
Irritant; potential liver and kidney toxin
141-43-5 MONOETHANOLAMINE (ETHANOLAMINE)
Combustible; corrosive; irritant; may cause liver
and kidney toxicity
119345-04-9 BENZENE, 1,1鈥?-OXYBIS-,TETRAPROPYLENE DERIVATIVES,
SULFONATED, SODIUM SALTS
Severe irritant (eyes)
3 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
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EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
DANGER
Severe irritant to the skin. Severe irritant to the eyes, possibly
corrosive. Irritation of the upper respiratory tract. Prolonged
exposure may cause dizziness and headache.
DOT hazard: ORS (when container > RQ)
Emergency Response Guide #171
Odor: Slight; Appearance: Colorless To Amber, Liquid
Fire fighters should wear positive pressure self-contained breathing
apparatus(full face-piece type). Proper fire-extinguishing media:
dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam or water
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POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
ACUTE SKIN EFFECTS:
Primary route of exposure; Severe irritant to the skin.
ACUTE EYE EFFECTS:
Severe irritant to the eyes, possibly corrosive.
ACUTE RESPIRATORY EFFECTS:
Primary route of exposure;Irritation of the upper respiratory
tract. Prolonged exposure may cause dizziness and headache.
INGESTION EFFECTS:
May cause gastrointestinal irritation with possible nausea,
vomiting, abdominal discomfort and diarrhea.
TARGET ORGANS:
Prolonged or repeated exposure may cuses primary irritant
dermatitis and/or toxicity to the liver, kidney, nervous system and
blood. May increase the risk of cancer based on limited animal
data.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED:
Pre-existing skin disorders and chronic respiratory disease.
SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE:
Causes irritation of the skin, eyes, and/or respiratory system.
4 FIRST AID MEASURES
SKIN CONTACT:
Wash thoroughly with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing.
Thoroughly wash clothing before reuse. Get medical attention if
irritation develops or persists.
EYE CONTACT:
URGENT! Immediately flush eyes with plenty of low-pressure water
for at least 20 minutes while removing contact lenses. Hold eyelids
apart. Get immediate medical attention.
INHALATION:
If nasal, throat or lung irritation develops - remove to fresh air
and get medical attention.
INGESTION:
Do not feed anything by mouth to an unconscious or convulsive
victim. Do not induce vomiting. Immediately contact physician.
Dilute contents of stomach using 3-4 glasses milk or water.
NOTES TO PHYSICIANS:
No special instructions
5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FIRE FIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS:
Fire fighters should wear positive pressure self-contained breathing
apparatus (full face-piece type).
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:
dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam or water
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:
Thermal decomposition (destructive fires) yields elemental oxides.
FLASH POINT:
> 200F > 93C P-M(CC)
MISCELLANEOUS:
ORS (when container > RQ)
NA3082;Emergency Response Guide #171
6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
PROTECTION AND SPILL CONTAINMENT:
Ventilate area. Use specified protective equipment. Contain and
absorb on absorbent material. Place in waste disposal container.
Flush area with water. Wet area may be slippery. Spread sand/grit.
DISPOSAL INSTRUCTIONS:
Water contaminated with this product may be sent to a sanitary sewer
treatment facility,in accordance with any local agreement,a permitted
waste treatment facility or discharged under a permit. Product
as is - Incinerate or land dispose in an approved landfill.
7 HANDLING & STORAGE
HANDLING:
Normal chemical handling.
STORAGE:
Keep containers closed when not in use. Do not freeze. If frozen,
thaw and mix completely prior to use.
8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
EXPOSURE LIMITS
CHEMICAL NAME
DIETHANOLAMINE (ETHANOL,2,2鈥?-IMINODI-)
PEL (OSHA): 3 PPM
TLV (ACGIH): 2 MG/M3-(SKIN)
NITRILOTRIACETIC ACID,TRISODIUM SALT (NTA.3NA)
PEL (OSHA): NOT DETERMINED
TLV (ACGIH): NOT DETERMINED
N-HYDROXYETHYLENEDIAMINE TRIACETIC ACID TRISODIUM SALT
PEL (OSHA): NOT DETERMINED
TLV (ACGIH): NOT DETERMINED
TRIETHANOLAMINE
PEL (OSHA): NOT DETERMINED
TLV (ACGIH): 5 MG/M3
MONOETHANOLAMINE (ETHANOLAMINE)
PEL (OSHA): 3 PPM(6PPM-STEL)
TLV (ACGIH): 3 PPM(6PPM-STEL)
BENZENE, 1,1鈥?-OXYBIS-,TETRAPROPYLENE DERIVATIVES, SULFONATED, SODIUM SALTS
PEL (OSHA): NOT DETERMINED
TLV (ACGIH): NOT DETERMINED
8) EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION (continued)
ENGINEERING CONTROLS:
Adequate ventilation to maintain air contaminants below exposure
limits.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
Use protective equipment in accordance with 29CFR 1910 Subpart I
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:
A RESPIRATORY PROTECTION PROGRAM THAT MEETS OSHA鈥橲 29 CFR
1910.134 AND ANSI Z88.2 REQUIREMENTS MUST BE FOLLOWED WHENEVER
WORKPLACE CONDITIONS WARRANT A RESPIRATOR鈥橲 USE.
USE AIR PURIFYING RESPIRATORS WITHIN USE LIMITATIONS ASSOCIATED
WITH THE EQUIPMENT OR ELSE USE SUPPLIED AIR-RESPIRATORS.
If air-purifying respirator use is appropriate, use a
respirator with organic vapor cartridges and dust/mist
prefilters.
SKIN PROTECTION:
neoprene gloves-- Wash off after each use. Replace as
necessary.
EYE PROTECTION:
splash proof chemical goggles
9 PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Specific Grav.(70F,21C) 1.197 Vapor Pressure (mmHG) ~ 18.0
Freeze Point (F) 23 Vapor Density (air=1) ~ 5.00
Freeze Point (C) -5
Viscosity(cps 70F,21C) 99 % Solubility (water) 100.0
Odor Slight
Appearance Colorless To Amber
Physical State Liquid
Flash Point P-M(CC) > 200F > 93C
pH As Is (approx.) 10.9
Evaporation Rate (Ether=1) < 1.00
NA = not applicable ND = not determined
10 STABILITY & REACTIVITY
STABILITY:
Stable under normal storage conditions.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:
Will not occur.
INCOMPATIBILITIES:
May react with strong oxidizers.
DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:
Thermal decomposition (destructive fires) yields elemental oxides.
INTERNAL PUMPOUT/CLEANOUT CATEGORIES:
"B"
11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Oral LD50 RAT: >2,000 mg/kg
NOTE - Estimated value
Dermal LD50 RABBIT: >2,000 mg/kg
NOTE - Estimated value
12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
AQUATIC TOXICOLOGY
Daphnia magna 48 Hour Static Renewal Bioassay (pH adjusted)
LC50= 342; No Effect Level= 250 mg/L
Fathead Minnow 96 Hour Static Renewal Bioassay (pH adjusted)
LC50= 61.6; No Effect Level= 25 mg/L
BIODEGRADATION
BOD-28 (mg/g): 142
BOD-5 (mg/g): 130
COD (mg/g): 805
TOC (mg/g): 242
13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
If this undiluted product is discarded as a waste, the US RCRA
hazardous waste identification number is :
Not applicable.
Please be advised; however, that state and local requirements for
waste disposal may be more restrictive or otherwise different from
federal regulations. Consult state and local regulations regarding
the proper disposal of this material.
14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT HAZARD: ORS (when container > RQ)
UN / NA NUMBER: NA3082
DOT EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE #: 171
15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
TSCA:
All components of this product are listed in the TSCA inventory.
CERCLA AND/OR SARA REPORTABLE QUANTITY (RQ):
251 gallons due to DIETHANOLAMINE (ETHANOL,2,2鈥?-IMINODI-);
SARA SECTION 312 HAZARD CLASS:
Immediate(acute);Delayed(Chronic)
SARA SECTION 302 CHEMICALS:
No regulated constituent present at OSHA thresholds
SARA SECTION 313 CHEMICALS:
CAS# CHEMICAL NAME RANGE
111-42-2 DIETHANOLAMINE 2.0-5.0%
(ETHANOL,2,2鈥?-IMINODI-)
CALIFORNIA REGULATORY INFORMATION
CALIFORNIA SAFE DRINKING WATER AND TOXIC
ENFORCEMENT ACT (PROPOSITION 65) CHEMICALS PRESENT:
This product contains these chemicals known to the state of
California to cause cancer and/or reproductive toxicity:
CAS# CHEMICAL NAME
5064-31-3 NITRILOTRIACETIC ACID,TRISODIUM SALT
(NTA.3NA)
50-00-0 FORMALDEHYDE
MICHIGAN REGULATORY INFORMATION
No regulated constituent present at OSHA thresholds
16 OTHER INFORMATION
NFPA/HMIS CODE TRANSLATION
Health 3 Serious Hazard
Fire 1 Slight Hazard
Reactivity 0 Minimal Hazard
Special NONE No special Hazard
(1) Protective Equipment B Goggles,Gloves
(1) refer to section 8 of MSDS for additional protective equipment
recommendations.
CHANGE LOG
EFFECTIVE
DATE REVISIONS TO SECTION: SUPERCEDES
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MSDS status: 20-SEP-1999 ** NEW **
06-JUL-2000 12 20-SEP-1999
03-JAN-2001 2,3,8,15 06-JUL-2000
01-APR-2004 15 03-JAN-2001
21-JUN-2006 3,5,14 01-APR-2004
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