MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Pharmacal Research Laboratories Inc. 鈥? 562 Captain Neville Drive, Waterbury CT 06705
(203) 755-4908 鈥? 800-243-5350 鈥? FAX (203) 755-4309
www.pharmacal.com
Issued Date 3/7/2007
I. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND COMPANY
PRODUCT: VIRKON-S EPA REG # 71654-6
IMPORTER: Pharmacal Research Laboratories
562 Captain Neville Drive Waterbury CT 06705
Tel: 800-243-5350
Supplier: Antec International Limited
Sudbury Suffolk CO10 2XD
Tel: 44-(0)1787-377305
All information provided in this Material Safety Data Sheet refers specifically to the Virkon
S Tablets, as supplied, & not the in-use solutions, unless otherwise stated.
Transportation Emergency-CHEMTREC: 1-800-424-9300
COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Components
Material
Potassium Peroxymonosulfate CAS Number %
Sulfamic Acid 70693-62-8 <50
Potassium Persulfate 5329-14-6 5-10
7727-21-1 <2
Unique Label Statements
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN *****************************
HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Potential Health Effects
Eye contact with product diluted in water according to package
directions (1% solution) is not an eye irritant. Eye contact
with dry powder may cause eye corrosion or
ulceration. Severe eye damage may result if not immediately
treated.
Skin contact with product diluted in water according to package
directions (1% solution) is not a skin irritant. Skin contact
with dry powder may cause skin burns or ulceration. In rare
cases, skin contact with dry powder may cause an allergic skin
reaction in sensitive individuals.
Ingestion of this product may cause gastritis, with stomach
pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache or weakness; possibly
progressing to necrosis or hemorrhage with gross overexposure.
Inhalation of this product may cause nose bleed or
irritation of the upper respiratory passages, with coughing,
sneezing, runny nose and s ore throat. Gross overexposure may
cause ulceration of mucous membranes.
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Pharmacal Research Laboratories Inc. 鈥? 562 Captain Neville Drive, Waterbury CT 06705
(203) 755-4908 鈥? 800-243-5350 鈥? FAX (203) 755-4309
www.pharmacal.com
Carcinogenicity Information
None of the components present in this material at
concentrations equal to or greater than 0.1% are listed by
IARC, NTP, OSHA or ACGIH as a carcinogen.
FIRST AID MEASURES
First Aid
IF ON SKIN: Take off contaminated clothing. Rinse
skin immediately with plenty of water for 15
-20
minutes. Call a Poison Control Center or doctor for
further treatment advice.
IF IN EYES: Hold eye open & rinse slowly & gently
with water for 15-20 minutes. Remove contact lenses,
if present after 5 minutes, then continue rinsing
eye. Call a Poison Control Center or doctor for
further treatment advice.
IF INHALED: Move person to fresh air. If person in
not breathing call 911 or a ambulance, then give
n
artificial respiration, preferably mouth
-to-mouth,
if possible. Call a Poison Control Center or doctor
for further treatment advice.
IF SWALLOWED: Call Poison Control Center or doctor
immediately for treatment advice. Have person sip
a glass of water if able to swallow. Do not induce
vomiting unless told to do so by the poison control
center or doctor. Do not give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person.
FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing Media
Dry Powder (Sand or Met-L-X), CO2.
Fire Fighting Instructions
Evacuate personnel to a safe area. Wear self -contained
breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full protective equipment.
ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Safeguards (Personnel)
NOTE: Review FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES and HANDLING (PERSONNEL)sections
before proceeding with clean-up. Use appropriate PERSONAL PROTECTIVE
EQUIPMENT during clean-up.
Spill Clean Up
Sweep, shovel, vacuum or scoop up into suitable containers for
disposal. Prevent tablets from becoming moist while awaiting
disposal. Moist product must be kept away from combustible material
and stored in a manner that allows suitable ventilation of the waste.
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Pharmacal Research Laboratories Inc. 鈥? 562 Captain Neville Drive, Waterbury CT 06705
(203) 755-4908 鈥? 800-243-5350 鈥? FAX (203) 755-4309
www.pharmacal.com
HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling (Personnel)
Do not get in eyes, on skin or clothing. Avoid inhalation.
Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash contaminated clothing
prior to reuse.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
Keep containers tightly sealed and avoid coming into
contact with moisture.
EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls
Use only with adequate
ventilation. Personal Protective
Equipment
EYE/FACE PROTECTION
Wear coverall chemical splash goggles. Additionally, wear a
face shield where the possibility exists for face contact due to
splashing or spraying of material.
RESPIRATORS Wear NIOSH approved respirator protection
y
as appropriate.
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
Where there is potential for skin contact have available and
wear as appropriate impervious gloves, apron, pants, jacket,
hood and boots.
Exposure Guidelines
Applicable Exposure Limits Potassium Peroxymonosulfate
PEL (OSHA) : None Established
TLV (ACGIH) : None Established
AEL * (DuPont) : 1 mg/m3, total dust, 8 & 12 Hr. TWA
Sulfamic Acid
PEL (OSHA) : None Established
TLV (ACGIH) : None Established
AEL * (DuPont) : 0.5 mg/m3, 8 & 12 Hr. TWA
1.5 mg/m3, 15 minute TWA
Potassium Persulfate
: 0.1 mg/m3, 8 Hr. TWA
TLV (ACGIH)
鈥? AEL is DuPont鈥檚 Acceptable Exposure Limit. Where governmentally
imposed occupational exposure limits which are lower than the AEL
are in effect, such limits shall take precedence.
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Pharmacal Research Laboratories Inc. 鈥? 562 Captain Neville Drive, Waterbury CT 06705
(203) 755-4908 鈥? 800-243-5350 鈥? FAX (203) 755-4309
www.pharmacal.com
PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical Data
Boiling Point: Decomposes on heating
Solubility in Water: ~12 tablets/litre @ 20 deg C
pH: 2.5-3.0
Form: Tablet
Color: Yellow
Odor: No distinct odor
Specific Gravity: ~1.07
STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability
Stable at normal temperatures and storage conditions.
Incompatibility with Other Materials
Incompatiblity with strong alkalies and moisture. When wet
reacts slowly in solution to make small amount of
hypochlorous acid or hypochlorite, depending on pH.
Decomposition
Hazardous decomposition products are: sulfur dioxide and
chlorine under extreme conditions if powder is allowed to
become damp through incorrect storage or long exposure to
the atmosphere.
Polymerization
Polymerization will not occur.
DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste Disposal
Treatment, storage, transportation, and disposal must be in
accordance with applicable Federal, State/Provincial, and Local
regulations.
TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
Shipping Information
Not Regulated as a hazardous material by DOT, IMO, or IATA.
REGULATORY INFORMATION
U.S. Federal Regulations
TSCA Inventory Status : Listed.
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Pharmacal Research Laboratories Inc. 鈥? 562 Captain Neville Drive, Waterbury CT 06705
(203) 755-4908 鈥? 800-243-5350 鈥? FAX (203) 755-4309
www.pharmacal.com
OTHER INFORMATION
Additional Information
EPA Reg. No. 71654-6
The data in this Material Safety Data Sheet relates only tothe
specific material designated herein and does not relate to use in
combination with any other material or in any process.
Responsible for MSDS : MSDS Coordinator
> : DuPont Clean & Disinfect
Address : Wilmington, DE 19898
Telephone : (800) 441-7515
This information is based upon technical information believed to be
reliable. It is subject to revision as additional knowledge and
experience is gained.
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