MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
A Alka-Brite
I - PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Company Name: Nu-Calgon Wholesaler, Inc. Tel No: (314) 469-7000, (800) 554-5499
Address: 2008 Altom Court, St. Louis, MO 63146-4151 CHEMTREC: (800) 424-9300
Product Name: Alka-Brite Product Number: 4120
Synonyms: Coil Brightener and Cleaner
II - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS OF MIXTURES
MATERIAL CAS# % By Wt TLV PEL
Sodium Hydroxide ORAL LD50 140 1310-73-2 <10 2mg/m3 2mg/m3
mg/kg (ceiling) (ceiling)
All ingredients are TSCA listed.
III - PHYSICAL DATA
Vapor Pressure: mm Hg: Like Water Vapor Density (Air=1) 60-90掳 F: Like H2O
Evaporation Rate: (ether=1) N/AV VOC Content (% by wt.): N/A
Solubility in H 2O: Complete pH @ undiluted Solution: >13
Freezing Point 掳F: N/AV pH as Distributed: N/A
Boiling Point 掳F: >212掳F Appearance: Pink liquid
Specific Gravity H 2O=1 @25掳 C: 1.12 Odor: Slight odor
IV - FIRE AND EXPLOSION
Flash Point F: Non Flammable. Flammable Limits: N/A
Extinguishing Media: Product is non flammable.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures : None.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards : None.
V - REACTIVITY DATA
Stability - Conditions to avoid : None Known.
Incompatibility: Acids and strong oxidizers.
Hazardous Decomposition Products : Unknown.
Conditions Contributing to Hazardous Polymerizations : None known.
VI - HEALTH HAZARD DATA
EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE (Medical Conditions Aggravated /Target Organ Effects ),
A. ACUTE (Primary Route of Exposure ) CORROSIVE TO ALL BODY TISSUE. EYES & SKIN: Causes
severe and painful injury. INHALATION: Mists will cause irritation and may damage respiratory tract.
INGESTION: Harmful if swallowed. Will upset stomach; may cause nausea, headaches and dizziness.
B. SUBCHRONIC, CHRONIC, OTHER : No available information found.
C. MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY OVEREXPOSURE :
VII - EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES
INHALATION: Remove from exposure of mists. Get medical attention.
EYES: &
SKIN: In case of contact, immediately flush eyes and skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while
removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Call a physician. Wash clothing before reuse. Throughly
clean shoes before reuse.
INGESTION: If swallowed, DO NOT induce vomiting. Give large quantities of water. Call a physician
immediately. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
VIII - SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURE
Spill Management: Dike area to contain as much spilled material as possible. Remove any remaining
material by absorbing on vermiculite or other suitable absorbing material and place in sealed container.
Waste Disposal Methods : Neutralize with 6M-HCL. Flush with plenty of water and dispose of in
accordance with federal, state and local regulations.
IX - PROTECTION INFORMATION /CONTROL MEASURES
Respiratory: NIOSH-approved respirator is recommended if the OSHA air limit for Sodium Hydroxide is
exceeded.
Eye Protection: Eye goggles or full face shield. Glove: Rubber.
Other Clothing and Equipment : Protective clothing.
Ventilation: Local and mechanical exhaust.
X - SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Precautions to be taken in Handling and Storing : Do not get in eyes, on skin or on clothing. Avoid
breathing mists. Keep container closed. Wash throughly after handling.
Additional Information : Use only in well ventilated areas that will maintain air levels below limits
established by federal, state and local regulations.
NFPA HMIS RATING
Health Hazard.....: 2 Health Hazard.........: 2
Fire Hazard.......: 0 Fire Hazard...........: 0
Reactivity........: 0 Reactivity............: 0
Specific Hazard...: Personal Protection ...: X (Sec. 9)
Revision Date: 05/28/2004
Seller makes no warranty, expressed or implied, concerning the use of this product other than indicated on the label. Buyer assumes all risk of
use and/or handling of this material when such use and/or handling is contrary to label instructions. While Seller believes that the information
contained herein is accurate, such information is offered solely for its customers' consideration and verification under their specific use
conditions.
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