MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
LAMBENT TECHNOLOGIES CORP. CHEM-TEL EMERGENCY RESPONSE
TOLL FREE NUMBER: (800) 255-3924
7247 North Central Park Avenue
INTERNATIONAL CALLS: COLLECT (813) 248-0585
Skokie, IL 60076
(847) 675-3950
1. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
LAMCHEM餂?* OAP
Product Name:
Synonym: Octyl acid phosphate
2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
CAS Number Weight % ACGIH TLV OSHA PEL
Phosphoric acid, 2 ethylhexyl esters 12645-31-7 86-95 Not est. Not est.
2-Ethyl hexanol 104-76-7 0-10 Not est. Not est.
Phosphoric acid 7664-38-2 0-4 1mg/m3 Not est.
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Potential Health Effects
INHALATION: Negligible unless heated to produce vapors or as a mist. Vapors or finely misted materials
may irritate the mucous membranes and cause irritation, dizziness, and nausea. Remove to fresh air.
EYE CONTACT: May cause irritation. Irrigate eye with water for at least 15 to 20 minutes. Seek medical
attention if symptoms persist.
SKIN CONTACT: Prolonged or repeated contact may cause irritation of the hair follicles and block sebaceous
glands, causing rash, acne or dermatitis. For hot molten material, cool burned skin area by immersing in cold
water or apply cold water.
INGESTION: May irritate the digestive tract. Seek immediate medical attention.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
EYES: Irrigate eyes with a heavy stream of water for at least 15 to 20 minutes.
SKIN: Wash exposed areas of the body with soap and water.
INHALATION: Remove from area of exposure, seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
INGESTION: Give one or two glasses of water to drink. If gastro-intestinal symptoms develop, consult
medical personnel. (Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.)
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FLASH POINT : >100掳C (212 潞F)
METHOD USED: COC
FLAMMABILITY LIMITS: None known
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EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Dry chemical, foam, halon, CO2, water spray (fog). Water stream may splash
burning liquid and spread fire.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Use water spray to cool drums exposed to fire.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Firefighters should use self-contained breathing apparatus
to avoid exposure to smoke and vapor. Forms irritating oxides of phosphorous upon burning.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
SPILL CLEAN-UP PROCEDURES: Remove sources of ignition, contain spill to smallest area possible. Stop
leak if possible. Pick up small spills with absorbent materials such as paper towels, "Oil Dry", sand or dirt.
Recover large spills for salvage or disposal. Wash hard surfaces with safety solvent or detergent to remove
remaining oil film. Greasy nature will result in a slippery surface.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Store in closed containers between 50掳F and 120掳F. Keep away from oxidizing agents, excessive heat, and
ignition sources. Store and use in well ventilated areas. Do not store or use near heat, spark, or flame; store out
of sun. Do not puncture, drag, or slide this container. Drum is not a pressure vessel; never use pressure to
empty.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: If vapors or mists are generated, wear a NIOSH approved organic
vapor/mist respirator.
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING: Safety glasses, goggles, or face shield recommended to protect eyes from mists
or splashing. PVC coated gloves recommended to prevent skin contact.
OTHER PROTECTIVE MEASURES: Employees must practice good personal hygiene, washing exposed
areas of skin several times daily and laundering contaminated clothing before re-use.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Boiling Point, 760mm Hg: >120掳C
Specific Gravity, (H20=1): 1.02
Vapor Pressure, mm Hg: <1
Vapor Density, (Air=1): >1
Volatiles, % by Volume: < 10
Evaporation Rate, (Butyl Acetate=1): <1
Solubility in Water, % by Volume: <1
Appearance and Odor: Pale yellow liquid with a mild characteristic odor
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
GENERAL: This product is stable and hazardous polymerization will not occur.
INCOMPATIBLE MATERIALS AND CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Strong oxidizing agents
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Combustion produces carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide
along with irritating oxides of phosphorous.
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11. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste may be disposed of by a licensed waste disposal company. Contaminated absorbent material may be
disposed of in an approved land fill. Follow local, state and federal disposal regulations.
12. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
UN HAZARD CLASS: UN-No: 1760 Packing Group III
13. REGULATORY INFORMATION
OSHA STATUS: Phosphoric Acid and 2-ethylhexanol are considered hazardous under the criteria of the
Federal OSHA hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200.
TSCA STATUS: The components of this product are listed on TSCA.
2-Ethylhexanol was the subject of a TSCA Section 4 Test Rule. Subject to export notification under Section
12b of TSCA.
CERCLA (Comprehensive Response Compensation, and Liability Act): This product contains the following
Reportable Quantity (RQ) substances. Phosphoric Acid 5000 (lbs)
Spills resulting in the loss of any ingredient at or above its RQ required immediate notification to the National
Response Center (1-800-424-8802) and to your local Emergency Planning Committee.
SARA HAZARD CATEGORY: Ingredients of this product have been reviewed according to the EPA 鈥楬azard
Categories鈥? promulgated under Sections 311 and 312 of the Superfund Amendment and Reauthorization Act of
1986 (SARA Title III) and are considered, under applicable definitions to meet the following categories:
An immediate health hazard; A delayed health hazard; A fire hazard
SARA 313 Information: This product contains the following substances subject to the reporting requirements
of Section 313 of Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 and 40 CFR Part
372:
CHEMICAL NAME CAS NUMBER CONCENTRATION
Phosphoric Acid 7664-38-2 4% max.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65: The following statement is made in order to comply with the California
safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986. The product contains no chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer.
14. OTHER INFORMATION:
NFPA Codes: Health: 3 Fire: 1 Reactivity: 0 acid
Revision Notes: 4/22/02 Change International emergency number; Review for accuracy.
Reason for change: 4/9/03 Correct HMIS and add packing group to Transport information
This information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in
combination with any other materials or in any other process. Such information is to the best of the company's
knowledge and believed accurate and reliable as of the date indicated. However, no representation, warranty or
guarantee of any kind, express or implied, is made as to its accuracy, reliability or completeness and we assume
no responsibility for any loss, damage or expense, direct or consequential, arising out of use. It is the user's
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responsibility to satisfy himself as to the suitableness and completeness of such information for his own
particular use.
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