Material Safety Data Sheet # 319
Hercules Chemical Company Inc.
111 South Street
Passaic NJ 07055-7398
Information Telephone: 1-800 221-9330
Internet: www.herchem.com
NFPA HMIS PPE Transport Symbol
Preparation Date 27-Jun-2006 Revision Date Revision Number 0
1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product Name Hercules Glug Drain Opener
UN-No UN1823
Recommended Use Use in drains
Supplier Address
Hercules Chemical Company, Inc.
111 South St.
Passaic, NJ 07055
TEL: 973-778-5000
Company Emergency Phone Number 1-800-221-9330
Emergency Telephone Number Chemtrec 1-800-424-9300
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
DANGER!
Emergency Overview
POISON
MAY BE FATAL IF SWALLOWED
Corrosive
Harmful by inhalation
The product causes burns of eyes, skin and mucous membranes
Reacts violently with water
Appearance Off-white. Physical State Solid. Powder. Odor Odorless.
Potential Health Effects
Principle Routes of Exposure Skin contact, Eye contact, Ingestion.
Acute Effects
Eyes Causes burns. Corrosive to the eyes and may cause severe damage including blindness.
Skin Causes burns.
Inhalation Harmful by inhalation. Inhalation of corrosive fumes/gases may cause coughing, choking,
headache, dizziness, and weakness for several hours. Pulmonary edema may occur with
tightness in the chest, shortness of breath, bluish skin, decreased blood pressure, and
increased heart rate. Aspiration into lungs can produce severe lung damage.
Ingestion Harmful if swallowed. Ingestion causes burns of the upper digestive and respiratory tract. Can
burn mouth, throat, and stomach.
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Chronic Effects Possible risks of irreversible effects.
See Section 11 for additional Toxicological information.
Aggravated Medical Conditions Preexisting eye disorders. Skin disorders. Respiratory disorders.
Potential Environmental Effects See Section 12 for additional Ecological information
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical Name CAS-No Weight %
Sodium hydroxide 1310-73-2 100
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
General Advice Immediate medical attention is required. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in
attendance.
Eye Contact Immediate medical attention is required. Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the
eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Keep eye wide open while rinsing. Do not rub affected area.
Skin Contact Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water removing all contaminated clothes and
shoes. Consult a physician.
Inhalation Call a physician or Poison Control Center immediately. Move to fresh air. If not breathing, give
artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Ingestion Call a physician immediately. Clean mouth with water and afterwards drink plenty of water. Do
not induce vomiting without medical advice. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious
person.
Notes to Physician Product is a corrosive material. Use of gastric lavage or emesis is contraindicated. Possible
perforation of stomach or esophagus should be investigated. Do not give chemical antidotes.
Asphyxia from glottal edema may occur. Marked decrease in blood pressure may occur with
moist rales, frothy sputum, and high pulse pressure. Treat symptomatically.
Protection of First-aiders Use personal protective equipment. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Ensure that
medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved, and take precautions to protect
themselves.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Flammable Properties Not flammable
Flash Point No data available
Suitable Extinguishing Media Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local
circumstances and the surrounding environment
Explosion Data
Sensitivity to mechanical impact Not sensitive
Sensitivity to static discharge Not sensitive
Specific Hazards Arising from the Chemical
The product causes burns of eyes, skin and mucous membranes. Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and
vapors. In the event of fire and/or explosion do not breathe fumes. Substance will react with water (some violently), releasing corrosive
and/or toxic gases.
Protective Equipment and Precautions for Firefighters
As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective
gear
NFPA Health 3 Flammability 0 Instability 1 Physical Hazard -
HMIS Health 3 Flammability 0 Instability 1
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6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precautions Use personal protective equipment. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Do not touch
damaged containers or spilled material unless wearing appropriate protective clothing. Avoid
dust formation.
Methods for Containment Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Prevent dust cloud.
Methods for Clean-up Use personal protective equipment. Cover powder spill with plastic sheet or tarp to minimize
spreading and keep powder dry. Take up mechanically and collect in suitable container for
disposal. Avoid dust formation. Clean contaminated surface thoroughly.
Other Information Do not get water inside containers. Refer to protective measures listed in sections 7 and 8.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling Wear personal protective equipment. Ensure adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with skin,
eyes and clothing. Do not breathe vapors/dust. Remove and wash contaminated clothing
before re-use.
Storage Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Keep in properly labeled
containers. Keep out of the reach of children.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Guidelines
Chemical Name ACGIH TLV OSHA PEL NIOSH IDLH
3 3 3
Sodium hydroxide Ceiling: 2 mg/m Ceiling: 2 mg/m 10 mg/m
NIOSH IDLH: Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health
Engineering Controls Showers
Eyewash stations
Ventilation systems
Personal Protective Equipment
Eye/face Protection Tightly fitting safety goggles. Face-shield.
Skin Protection Impervious clothing. Impervious gloves.
Respiratory Protection If exposure limits are exceeded or irritation is experienced, NIOSH/MSHA approved respiratory
protection should be worn. Positive-pressure supplied air respirators may be required for high
airborne contaminant concentrations. Respiratory protection must be provided in accordance
with current local regulations.
General Hygiene Considerations
Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Keep away from food, drink and animal
feeding stuffs. Remove and wash contaminated clothing before re-use. Regular cleaning of equipment, work area and clothing.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance Odor
Off-white Odorless
Physical State pH
Solid Powder 13-14 (0.5% aq. solution)
Autoignition Temperature Boiling Point/Range
Not applicable 1390掳C / 2534掳F
Melting Point/Range 604掳C / 1119掳F
Flammability Limits in Air No data available
Specific Gravity Water Solubility
2.13 Appreciable (42g/100cc of water)
Solubility VOC Content
No data available Not applicable
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10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability Stable under recommended storage conditions
Conditions to Avoid Exposure to air or moisture over prolonged periods. Avoid dust formation.
Incompatible Materials Incompatible with oxidizing agents. Acids. Halogens. Chlorinated compounds.
Hazardous Decomposition Products Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and vapors.
Hazardous Polymerization Hazardous polymerization does not occur
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute Toxicity
Product Information .
LD50 Oral VALUE (mg/kg) 140 mg/kg (rat)
LD50 Dermal VALUE 1350 mg/kg (rabbit)
Chemical Name LD50 Oral LD50 Dermal LC50 Inhalation
Sodium hydroxide 1350 mg/kg ( Rabbit )
Chronic Toxicity
Chronic Toxicity Possible risks of irreversible effects.
Carcinogenicity There are no known carcinogenic chemicals in this product
Reproductive Effects This product does not contain any known or suspected reproductive hazards
Target Organ Effects Eyes, Skin, Respiratory system, Mucous Membrane.
Endocrine Disruptor Information This product does not contain any known or suspected endocrine disruptors
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity
Ecotoxicity effects.
Mobility in Environmental Media Will likely be mobile in the environment due to its water solubility
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste Disposal Method Should not be released into the environment.
Contaminated Packaging Do not re-use empty containers.
US EPA Waste Number D002
This product contains one or more substances that are listed with the State of California as a hazardous waste.
Chemical Name California Hazardous Waste Status
Sodium hydroxide Toxic; Corrosive
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14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT
Proper Shipping Name Sodium hydroxide, solid
Hazard Class 8
UN-No UN1823
Packing Group II
Description Sodium hydroxide, solid ,8 UN1823,PG II
TDG
Proper Shipping Name Sodium hydroxide, solid
Hazard Class 8
UN-No UN1823
Packing Group II
Description SODIUM HYDROXIDE, SOLID, 8,UN1823,PG II
MEX
Proper Shipping Name Sodium hydroxide, solid
Hazard Class 8
UN-No UN1823
Packing Group II
Description UN1823 Sodium hydroxide, solid,8,II
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15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
International Inventories
DSL/NDSL Complies
EINECS/ELINCS Complies
ENCS Complies
CHINA Complies
KECL Complies
PICCS Complies
AICS Complies
U.S. Federal Regulations
SARA 313
Section 313 of Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA). This product does not contain any
chemicals which are subject to the reporting requirements of the Act and Title 40 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 372.
SARA 311/312 Hazard Categories
Acute Health Hazard Yes
Chronic Health Hazard Yes
Fire Hazard No
Sudden Release of Pressure Hazard No
Reactive Hazard Yes
Clean Water Act
This product contains the following substances which are regulated pollutants pursuant to the Clean Water Act (40 CFR 122.21 and 40
CFR 122.42)
Chemical Name CWA - Reportable CWA - Toxic Pollutants CWA - Priority Pollutants CWA - Hazardous
Quantities Substances
Sodium hydroxide 1000 lb X
CERCLA
This material, as supplied, contains one or more substances regulated as a hazardous substance under the Comprehensive
Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA) (40 CFR 302)
Chemical Name Hazardous Substances RQs Extremely Hazardous Substances RQs
Sodium hydroxide 1000 lb
U.S. State Regulations
California Proposition 65
This product does not contain any Proposition 65 chemicals.
U.S. State Right-to-Know Regulations
Chemical Name Massachusetts New Jersey Pennsylvania Illinois Rhode Island
Sodium hydroxide X X X X
International Regulations
Mexico - Grade Severe risk, Grade 4
Chemical Name Carcinogen Status Exposure Limits
Sodium hydroxide Ceiling: 2 mg/m鲁
Canada
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations (CPR) and the
MSDS contains all the information required by the CPR.
WHMIS Hazard Class
D1A Very toxic materials
E Corrosive material
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16. OTHER INFORMATION
Preparation Date 27-Jun-2006
Revision Date
Revision Summary No information available
Disclaimer
The information provided on this MSDS is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its
publication. The information given is designed only as a guide for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation,
disposal and release and is not to be considered as a warranty or quality specification. The information relates only to the
specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other material or in any
process, unless specified in the text.
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