UNITED 309
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
320 37th Avenue, St. Charles, Illinois 60174 鈥? 214 Dolomite Drive, Downsview, Ontario M3J2N2 To Reorder Call:
www.unitedlabsinc.com 800-323-2594
1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION FOR MEDICAL AND TRANSPORTATION EMERGENCIES
800-535-5053
24 Hour INFOTRAC (US and CANADA):
PRODUCT NAME USE/DESCRIPTION REVISION DATE
UNITED 309 MICROBIOCIDE Microbiocide for Cooling Towers and Air Washers March 4, 2008
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HEALTH (0 = Maximum Safety) REACTIVITY (0 = Maximum Safety)
Always follow Label Directions and Cautions.
Susceptible to Release of Energy.
Always follow Label Directions and Cautions.
Always follow Label Directions and Cautions.
4 May detonate-vacate area if 2 Violent chemical change
4 Extreme 3 High 2 Moderate 1 Slight 0 Minimal
4 materials are exposed to fire. possible-use hose stream
3 Strong shock of heat may from distance
See Hazards Identification Section of this MSDS
detonate-use monitors from 1 Unstable if heated-use
for more detailed information.
behind explosion resistant precaution.
barriers. 0 Normally stable.
0
FLAMMABILITY (0 = Maximum Safety)
Susceptibility of Material to Burning.
PERSONAL PROTECTION: O
4 Extremely flammable. 1 Must be preheated
3 Ignites at normal temperature. to burn.
2 Ignites when moderately heated. 0 Will not burn.
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
ACGIH OSHA LD50 LC50
Hazardous Ingredients CAS# %Range (TLV-TWA) (PEL-TWA) (Species/Route) (Species)
Potassium dimethyl 375 mg/Kg
128-03-0 8-11 NE NE NE
dithiocarbamate (Rat/oral)
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Eyes: May cause moderate to severe irritation depending on the length of exposure.
Skin: May cause mild to severe irritation depending on the length of exposure.
Inhalation: Prolonged breathing of vapors may cause dizziness and/or nausea.
If Swallowed: Harmful. May cause upset stomach, nausea.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Eyes: Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15-20 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present, after the first 5
minutes, then continue rinsing eye. Call a poison control center or doctor for further treatment advice.
Skin: Take off contaminated clothing. Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 15-20 minutes. Call a poison control center or
doctor for treatment advice.
Inhalation: Mover person to fresh air. If person is not breathing, call 911 or an ambulance, then give artificial respiration, preferably by
mouth-to-mouth to an unconscious person.
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.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flash Point (TCC): > 212掳F/>100掳C Explosive Limits: Lower (LEL): ND Upper (UEL): ND
Flame Projection (Aerosol): N/A
Hazardous Products of Combustion: When strongly heated, as in a fire, this product may produce oxides of sulfur, nitrogen and
carbon.
Fire and Explosion Hazards: Heating may cause release of hazardous fumes such as sulfur.
Extinguishing Media: Water fog, Dry chemical, Foam, Carbon dioxide.
Fire Fighting Instructions: Firefighters should wear full protective equipment and NIOSH approved self-contained breathing
apparatus.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Small Spills: Absorb spills with sawdust or sand. Place in corrosion resistant container for proper disposal.
Large Spills: Absorb spills with sawdust or sand. Place in corrosion resistant container for proper disposal.
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7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Keep this product in properly labeled, tightly closed containers. Do not expose to extreme temperatures. Leaking or damaged drums
should be placed in over-pack drums for disposal. Remove contaminated clothing immediately and wash thoroughly with soap and water
before reusing. Wash hands and face with soap and water after using of this product.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Eyes: Chemical safety goggles recommended.
Skin: Chemical resistant gloves recommended.
Respiratory: None required if good ventilation is maintained. If TLV is exceeded, use a NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator.
Engineering Controls: Provide adequate ventilation and local exhaust is generally adequate.
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment: Shirts with long sleeves.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Boiling Point: >212掳F/>100掳C Specific Gravity: 1.05 (H2O=1) Vapor Pressure: ND Melting Point: ND
Vapor Density: ND Evaporation Rate: ND Solubility in Water: Complete pH: 11.5-12.5
Appearance and Odor: Clear, green liquid with ammonium sulfide odor.
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Hazardous Decomposition: Carbon disulfide and dimethylamine may be generated upon acidification. Thermal degradation may
generate vapors of hydrogen sulfide. Contact with fire or strong oxidants may generate oxides of sulfur, nitrogen and carbon.
Chemical Stability: Stable
Incompatibility: Will react with strong acids.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Carcinogenicity (NTP/IARC/OSHA): None
California Proposition 65: Does this product contain chemical(s) known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or to cause birth
defects or other reproductive harm? None
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ND
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Consult your local, state, provincial, and federal regulations for proper disposal guidelines. Disposal regulations may be different for each
state and/or locality.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT: Available upon request
TDG: Available upon request
UN: Availabale upon request
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
VOC(Volatile Organic Compounds): None
TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act): Listed
SARA Title III Section 302 EHS: ND
SARA Title III Section 311/312: ND
SARA Title III Section 313 Toxic Chemicals: Potassium dimethyl dithiocarbamate CAS# 128-03-0 0.876 reportable material per
gallon of United product
WHMIS Classification:
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the CPR (Controlled Products Regulations/ WHMIS) and the
MSDS contains all the information required by the CPR.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Read and follow all label directions and precautions before using this product. These products are intended for industrial and institutional
use only. NOT FOR HOUSEHOLD USE OR RESALE. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
UNITED 309 MICROBIOCIDE REVIEWED BY: Bob Brown
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