MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
May be used to comply with OSHA鈥檚 Hazard Communication
HMIS HAZARD RATING
Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200. Standard must be consulted for
specific requirements.
HEALTH 1 0 = INSIGNIFICANT 3 = HIGH
FLAMMABILITY 1 1 = SLIGHT 4 = EXTREME
REACTIVITY 0 2 = MODERATE
SAFETEC OF AMERICA TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
PROPER SHIPPING NAME Not Regulated
HAZARD CLASS / PKG. GRP. None / None REF. Not Applicable
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER None LABEL None Required
SECTION 1 - PRODUCT / COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
IDENTITY (AS USED ON LABEL AND LIST) Page 1 of 2
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MANUFACTURER鈥橲 NAME EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER (24 Hours)
Safetec of America, Inc. (800) 255-3924
ADDRESS (NUMBER, STREET, P.O. BOX) TELEPHONE NUMBER FOR INFORMATION
1055 East Delavan Avenue (716) 895-1822
(CITY, STATE AND ZIP CODE) DATE PREPARED February 11, 2004
SUPERSEDES February 21, 2001
Buffalo, NY 14215
SECTION 2 - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS / IDENTITY INFORMATION
CAS # % (wt.) OSHA PEL/STEL ACGIH TLV/TWA/STEL
HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS
MG/M3 MG/M3
(SPECIFIC CHEMICAL IDENTITY; COMMON NAME(S)) (OPTIONAL) PPM PPM
None Established None Established
Sodium dichloro-s-triazinetrione 2893-78-9
> 97 5 (PEL) 5 (TLV)
Superabsorbent polymer, CAS proprietary
This product is not known to contain a substance subject to Section 313 of Title III of the Superfund Amendments
and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA) and 40 CFR 372 at or above minimal amounts.
SECTION 3 - HEALTH HAZARD DATA
ROUTES OF ENTRY - SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES
EYES: May cause moderate irritation associated with redness and Flush eyes with clear running water for a minimum of 15 minutes
burning sensation. while holding eyelids open; if irritation persists, seek medical
attention.
SKIN: Prolonged or repeated contact may cause skin irritation. Flush with clear running water for a minimum of 15 minutes; if
irritation persists, seek medical attention.
INGESTION: Ingested material may cause burning of mouth, throat Drink large amounts of water. DO NOT induce vomiting. Seek
and esophagus, abdominal distress and moderate irritation. immediate medical attention.
INHALATION: Breathing of dust may cause throat and respiratory Remove to fresh air; seek medical attention if required.
tract irritation.
HEALTH HAZARDS (ACUTE AND CHRONIC): Acute effects are possible irritation and discomfort; Chronic exposure to
large amounts of this material has not been characterized and the irritating properties of the material make such an exposure
highly unlikely.
NTP? No IARC MONOGRAPHS? No OSHA REGULATED? No
CARCINOGENICITY
No additional information
MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE: Preexisting skin or breathing disorders may
become aggravated through prolonged exposure.
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IDENTITY (AS USED ON LABEL AND LIST) Page 2 of 2
Date: February 11, 2004
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SECTION 4 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FLASH POINT (METHOD USED) FLAMMABLE LIMITS (% Volume in Air for Lowest Flashing Component)
Not Applicable LEL: Not Applicable UEL: Not Applicable
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Water, water spray, water fog
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES
Use water spray to cool fire-exposed containers and structures. Wear NIOSH/MSHA approved self contained breathing apparatus.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSIVE HAZARDS
Spilled material swells and becomes extremely slippery when wet. Use standard safety precautions for finely divided powders.
Thermal decomposition may emit chlorine containing substances.
SECTION 5 - PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE / LEAK PROCEDURES
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IF MATERIAL IS SPILLED OR RELEASED
In case of accidental spills, provide adequate ventilation; avoid generating dust. Vacuum (using HEPA filter equipped system) if possible to avoid
generating airborne dust. Place spilled material into a clean, dry container for disposal. Do not close disposal containers containing wet or damp
material; they should be left open to disperse any chlorine gas that may form.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHODS
Dispose of in accordance with Local, State, and Federal regulations. Products classified as non-hazardous may become hazardous waste upon
contact with other products. Refer to "40 CFR Protection of Environment Parts 260-299" for complete waste disposal regulations. Consult your
Local, State, or Federal Environmental Protection Agency before disposing of any chemicals.
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORAGE
Keep container(s) tightly closed when not in use. Store in cool, dry area. Keep this and other chemicals out of reach of children.
SECTION 6 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION VENTILATION LOCAL EXHAUST: Recommended
Use NIOSH/MSHA approved or equivalent with high MECHANICAL (GENERAL): As appropriate
efficiency filter for particulate levels above 0.05mg/m3
PROTECTIVE GLOVES EYE PROTECTION
Impervious/chemical resistant Safety glasses
OTHER PROTECTIVE CLOTHING OR EQUIPMENT WORK / HYGIENIC PRACTICES
Ordinarily, none required Practice safe work habits. Use according to label instructions.
SECTION 7 - PHYSICAL / CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
BOILING POINT BULK DENSITY
Not applicable 43.7 鈥? 51.8 lb./cu. ft.
VAPOR PRESSURE (mm Hg) MELTING POINT
>482掳F (partial to full decomposition)
Not applicable
VAPOR DENSITY (AIR=1) pH
Not applicable No data
SOLUBILITY IN WATER EVAPORATION RATE (n-BUTYL ACETATE=1)
Slight Not applicable
APPEARANCE AND ODOR % VOLATILES (BY WEIGHT)
Off-white, granular powder; slight chlorine odor Not applicable
SECTION 8 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABILITY CONDITIONS TO AVOID
UNSTABLE:
STABLE: XXX High humidity, extreme temperatures
INCOMPATIBILITIES (MATERIALS TO AVOID)
Strong reducing agents.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION OR BYPRODUCTS
Decomposition will not occur if handled / stored properly. Thermal decomposition may emit toxic substances.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION CONDITIONS TO AVOID
MAY OCCUR:
WILL NOT OCCUR: XXX None known
The information contained herein is believed to be accurate but is not warranted to be so. Users are advised to confirm in advance of need that information
is current, applicable and suited to the circumstances of use. Vendor assumes no responsibility for injury to vendee or third persons proximately caused by
the material if reasonable safety procedures are not adhered to as stipulated in the data sheet. Furthermore, vendor assumes no responsibility for injury
caused by abnormal use of this material even if reasonable safety procedures are followed.
MSDS PREPARED BY: Safetec of America, Inc., 1055 East Delavan Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14215 (716) 895-1822
Form Revised 02/2001
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