MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Hydrogen Peroxide Less Than 8%
MSDS Ref. No.: 7722-84-1-1
Date Approved: 04/30/2006
Revision No.: 7
This document has been prepared to meet the requirements of the U.S. OSHA Hazard Communication
Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200; the Canada鈥檚 Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
and, the EC Directive, 2001/58/EC.
1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT NAME: Hydrogen Peroxide Less Than 8%
GENERAL USE: Standard grade is used for industrial bleaching, processing, pollution
abatement and general oxidation reactions.
MANUFACTURER EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS
FMC CORPORATION (281) 474-8750 (Plant: Pasadena, TX, US - Call Collect)
FMC Peroxygens (250) 561-4221 (Plant: Prince George, BC, Canada - Call
1735 Market Street Collect)
Philadelphia, PA 19103 (303) 595-9048 (Medical - U.S. - Call Collect)
(215) 299-6000 (General Information)
For leak, fire, spill, or accident emergencies, call:
FMC of Canada Ltd. (800) 424-9300 (CHEMTREC - U.S.A.)
FMC Peroxygens (613) 996-6666 (CANUTEC - Canada)
PG Pulp Mill Road
Prince George, BC V2N2S6
(250) 561-4200 (General Information)
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW:
鈥? Clear, colorless, odorless liquid
鈥? Weak oxidizing agent that is stable under normal conditions.
鈥? Sensitive to contamination.
鈥? Decomposes yielding oxygen that supports combustion of organic matters and can cause overpressure
if confined.
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS: Minimally irritating to the eyes and mildly irritating
to skin.
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3. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical Name CAS# Wt.% EC No. EC Class
Hydrogen Peroxide 7722-84-1 <8 231-765-0 Xi, R36
Water 7732-18-5 >92 231-791-2 Not classified
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
EYES: Flush with water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation occurs and persists, obtain medical
attention.
SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Get medical attention if irritation occurs and persists.
INGESTION: Rinse mouth with water. Dilute by giving 1 or 2 glasses of water. Do not induce
vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. See a medical doctor immediately.
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If breathing difficulty or discomfort occurs and persists, obtain
medical attention.
NOTES TO MEDICAL DOCTOR: Direct contact may be minimally irritating. Treatment
is by dilution and is symptomatic and supportive.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Flood with water.
FIRE / EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Product is non-combustible. On decomposition releases
oxygen which may intensify fire.
FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Any tank or container surrounded by fire should be
flooded with water for cooling. Wear full protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus.
FLAMMABLE LIMITS: Non-combustible
SENSITIVITY TO IMPACT: No data available
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SENSITIVITY TO STATIC DISCHARGE: No data available
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
RELEASE NOTES: Dilute with a large volume of water and hold in a pond or diked area until
hydrogen peroxide decomposes. Dispose according to methods outlined for waste disposal.
Combustible materials exposed to hydrogen peroxide should be immediately submerged in or rinsed with
large amounts of water to ensure that all hydrogen peroxide is removed. Residual hydrogen peroxide that is
allowed to dry (upon evaporation hydrogen peroxide can concentrate) on organic materials such as paper,
fabrics, cotton, leather, wood or other combustibles can cause the material to ignite and result in a fire.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING: Wear chemical splash-type monogoggles and full-face shield, impervious clothing,
such as rubber, PVC, etc., and rubber or neoprene gloves and shoes. Avoid cotton, wool and leather. Avoid
excessive heat and contamination. Contamination may cause decomposition and generation of oxygen gas
which could result in high pressures and possible container rupture. Hydrogen peroxide should be stored
only in vented containers and transferred only in a prescribed manner (see FMC Technical Bulletins).
Never return unused hydrogen peroxide to original container, empty drums should be triple rinsed with
water before discarding. Utensils used for handling hydrogen peroxide should only be made of glass,
stainless steel, aluminum or plastic.
STORAGE: Store drums in cool areas out of direct sunlight and away from combustibles. For bulk
storage refer to FMC Technical Bulletins.
COMMENTS: VENTILATION: Provide mechanical general and/or local exhaust ventilation to
prevent release of vapor or mist into the work environment.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
EXPOSURE LIMITS
Chemical Name ACGIH OSHA Supplier
Hydrogen Peroxide 1 ppm (TWA) 1 ppm (PEL)
ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Ventilation should be provided to minimize the release of
hydrogen peroxide vapors and mists into the work environment. Spills should be minimized or confined
immediately to prevent release into the work area. Remove contaminated clothing immediately and wash
before reuse.
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PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
EYES AND FACE: Use chemical splash-type monogoggles if splashing is expected
during handling of product.
RESPIRATORY: If concentrations in excess of 10 ppm are expected, use NIOSH/DHHS
approved self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), or other approved atmospheric-supplied
respirator (ASR) equipment (e.g., a full-face airline respirator (ALR)). DO NOT use any form of
air-purifying respirator (APR) or filtering facepiece (AKA dust mask), especially those containing
oxidizable sorbants such as activated carbon.
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING: Rubber or neoprene footwear (avoid leather).
Impervious clothing materials such as rubber, neoprene, nitrile or polyvinyl chloride (avoid cotton,
wool and leather). Completely submerge hydrogen peroxide contaminated clothing or other
materials in water prior to drying. Residual hydrogen peroxide, if allowed to dry on materials such
as paper, fabrics, cotton, leather, wood or other combustibles can cause the material to ignite and
result in a fire.
GLOVES: Wear liquid proof rubber or neoprene gloves. Thoroughly rinse the outside of
gloves with water prior to removal. Inspect regularly for leaks.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Odorless
ODOR:
Clear, colorless liquid
APPEARANCE:
Non-combustible
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE:
101掳C (214掳F)
BOILING POINT:
Not available
COEFFICIENT OF OIL / WATER:
Not available
DENSITY / WEIGHT PER VOLUME:
Above 1 (Butyl Acetate = 1)
EVAPORATION RATE:
Non-combustible
FLASH POINT:
-3 掳C (27 掳F)
FREEZING POINT:
Not available
ODOR THRESHOLD:
Not applicable
OXIDIZING PROPERTIES:
100%
PERCENT VOLATILE:
(as is) approx. 2.5 to 3.5
pH:
(in H2O % by wt) 100%
SOLUBILITY IN WATER:
(H2O = 1): 1.01 @ 20掳C/4掳C
SPECIFIC GRAVITY:
(Air = 1): Not available
VAPOR DENSITY:
31 mm Hg @ 30 掳C (86 掳F)
VAPOR PRESSURE:
COMMENTS:
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pH (1% solution): 5.0 - 6.0
NOTE: Data above are for 5% Hydrogen Peroxide.
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Excessive heat or contamination could cause
product to become unstable.
STABILITY: Stable (contamination could cause decomposition)
POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur
INCOMPATIBLE MATERIALS: Reducing agents, iron and other heavy metals,
galvanized iron, copper alloys and caustic.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Oxygen which supports combustion.
COMMENTS: Materials To Avoid: Dirt, organics and combustibles.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
EYE EFFECTS: 5% hydrogen peroxide: Minimally irritating (rabbit) [FMC Study Number: I86-
0949]
SKIN EFFECTS: 10% hydrogen peroxide: Mildly irritating after 4-hour exposure (rabbit) [FMC
Study Number: I89-1078]
DERMAL LD50: 35% hydrogen peroxide: > 2,000 mg/kg (rabbit) [FMC Study Number: I83-746]
ORAL LD50: 10% hydrogen peroxide: > 5,000 mg/kg (rat) [FMC Study Number: I89-1077]
INHALATION LC50: 50% hydrogen peroxide: > 0.17 mg/l (rat) [FMC Study Number: I89-1080]
ACUTE EFFECTS FROM OVEREXPOSURE: Minimally irritating to the eyes, skin,
nose, throat, and lungs.
CHRONIC EFFECTS FROM OVEREXPOSURE: The International Agency for
Research on Cancer (IARC) has concluded that there is inadequate evidence for carcinogenicity of
hydrogen peroxide in humans, but limited evidence in experimental animals (Group 3 - not classifiable as
to its carcinogenicity to humans). The American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
(ACGIH) has concluded that hydrogen peroxide is a 鈥機onfirmed Animal Carcinogen with Unknown
Relevance to Humans鈥? (A3).
CARCINOGENICITY:
Chemical Name IARC NTP OSHA Other
Hydrogen Peroxide Listed Not listed Not listed (ACGIH) Listed (A3,
Animal Carcinogen)
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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ECOTOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION: Channel catfish 96-hour LC50 = 37.4 mg/L
Fathead minnow 96-hour LC50 = 16.4 mg/L
Daphnia magna 24-hour EC50 = 7.7 mg/L
Daphnia pulex 48-hour LC50 = 2.4 mg/L
Freshwater snail 96-hour LC50 = 17.7 mg/L
For more information refer to ECETOC "Joint Assessment of Commodity Chemicals No. 22, Hydrogen
Peroxide." ISSN-0773-6339, January 1993
CHEMICAL FATE INFORMATION: Hydrogen peroxide in the aquatic environment is
subject to various reduction or oxidation processes and decomposes into water and oxygen. Degrades in
the atmosphere within the light spectrum with hydroxyl radicals in the gas phase and subsequent
photolysis.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
DISPOSAL METHOD: An acceptable method of disposal is to dilute with a large amount of
water and allow the hydrogen peroxide to decompose followed by discharge into a suitable treatment
system in accordance with all regulatory agencies. The appropriate regulatory agencies should be
contacted prior to disposal.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)
Not regulated
PROPER SHIPPING NAME:
Not applicable
PRIMARY HAZARD CLASS / DIVISION:
None
UN/NA NUMBER:
Not applicable
LABEL(S):
Not applicable
PLACARD(S):
DOT Marking: Not applicable
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Hazardous Substance/RQ: Not applicable
49 STCC Number: Not applicable
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INTERNATIONAL MARITIME DANGEROUS GOODS (IMDG)
Not regulated
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
INTERNATIONAL CIVIL AVIATION ORGANIZATION (ICAO) /
INTERNATIONAL AIR TRANSPORT ASSOCIATION (IATA)
Not regulated
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
OTHER INFORMATION:
Protect from physical damage. Keep drums in upright position.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
UNITED STATES
SARA TITLE III (SUPERFUND AMENDMENTS AND REAUTHORIZATION ACT)
SECTION 302 EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 355, APPENDIX A):
Not listed
SECTION 311 HAZARD CATEGORIES (40 CFR 370):
Not applicable
SECTION 312 THRESHOLD PLANNING QUANTITY (40 CFR 370):
The Threshold Planning Quantity (TPQ) for this product, if treated as a mixture, is 10,000 lbs;
however, this product contains the following ingredients with a TPQ of less than 10,000 lbs.:
None, (conc. <52%)
SECTION 313 REPORTABLE INGREDIENTS (40 CFR 372):
Not listed
CERCLA (COMPREHENSIVE ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSE COMPENSATION AND
LIABILITY ACT)
CERCLA DESIGNATION & REPORTABLE QUANTITIES (RQ) (40 CFR 302.4):
Not listed
TSCA (TOXIC SUBSTANCE CONTROL ACT)
TSCA INVENTORY STATUS (40 CFR 710):
Listed
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CANADA
WHMIS (WORKPLACE HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INFORMATION SYSTEM):
Product Identification Number: None
Hazard Classification / Division: None
Ingredient Disclosure List: Not listed
INTERNATIONAL LISTINGS
Hydrogen peroxide:
China: Listed
Japan (ENCS): (1)-419
Korea: KE-20204
Philippines (PICCS): Listed
HAZARD, RISK AND SAFETY PHRASE DESCRIPTIONS:
Hydrogen Peroxide, (Index #008-003-00-9):
EC Symbols: Xi (Irritant)
EC Risk Phrases: R36 (Irritating to eyes.)
EC Safety Phrases: S1/2 (Keep locked up and out of reach of children.)
S3 (Keep in a cool place.)
S17 (Keep away from combustible material.)
S26 (In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of
water and seek medical advice)
S28 (After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water
and soap.)
S36/37/39 (Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face
protection.)
S45 (In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice
immediately - show the label where possible.)
16. OTHER INFORMATION
HMIS
Health 0
Flammability 0
Physical Hazard 0
Personal Protection (PPE) H
Protection = H (Safety goggles, gloves, apron, the use of a supplied air or SCBA respirator is required
in lieu of a vapor cartridge respirator)
HMIS = Hazardous Materials Identification System
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Degree of Hazard Code:
4 = Severe
3 = Serious
2 = Moderate
1 = Slight
0 = Minimal
NFPA
Health 0
Flammability 0
Reactivity 0
Special None
No special requirements
NFPA = National Fire Protection Association
Degree of Hazard Code:
4 = Extreme
3 = High
2 = Moderate
1 = Slight
0 = Insignificant
REVISION SUMMARY:
This MSDS replaces Revision #6, dated April 05, 2005.
Changes in information are as follows:
Section 1 (Product and Company Identification)
Section 16 (Other Information)
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