MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
PRODUCT
NALCO庐 EC6297A
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S)
(800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTREC
1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT NAME : NALCO庐 EC6297A
APPLICATION : BIOCIDE
COMPANY IDENTIFICATION : Nalco Company
1601 W. Diehl Road
Naperville, Illinois
60563-1198
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S) : (800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTREC
NFPA 704M/HMIS RATING
HEALTH : 3/3 FLAMMABILITY : 0/0 INSTABILITY : 1/1 OTHER :
0 = Insignificant 1 = Slight 2 = Moderate 3 = High 4 = Extreme
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Our hazard evaluation has identified the following chemical substance(s) as hazardous. Consult Section 15 for the
nature of the hazard(s).
Hazardous Substance(s) CAS NO % (w/w)
Tetrakis(hydroxymethyl) phosphonium sulfate 55566-30-8 30.0 - 60.0
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
**EMERGENCY OVERVIEW**
DANGER
CORROSIVE. Causes eye damage and skin irritation.
Do not get in eyes, on skin or on clothing. Wear goggles or face shield and rubber gloves when handling. Harmful
if inhaled. Avoid breathing vapor. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Harmful or fatal if
swallowed. Avoid contamination of food.
Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
May evolve oxides of carbon (COx) under fire conditions. May evolve oxides of phosphorus (POx) under fire
conditions. May evolve oxides of sulfur (SOx) under fire conditions.
PRIMARY ROUTES OF EXPOSURE :
Eye, Skin
HUMAN HEALTH HAZARDS - ACUTE :
EYE CONTACT :
Can cause moderate to severe irritation.
SKIN CONTACT :
Can cause mild to moderate irritation. Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization.
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INGESTION :
Not a likely route of exposure. No adverse effects expected.
INHALATION :
Not a likely route of exposure. Aerosols or product mist may irritate the upper respiratory tract.
SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE :
Acute :
A review of available data does not identify any symptoms from exposure not previously mentioned.
Chronic :
A review of available data does not identify any symptoms from exposure not previously mentioned.
AGGRAVATION OF EXISTING CONDITIONS :
A review of available data does not identify any worsening of existing conditions.
HUMAN HEALTH HAZARDS - CHRONIC :
Possible risk of harm to the unborn child.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
EYE CONTACT :
Get immediate medical attention. PROMPT ACTION IS ESSENTIAL IN CASE OF CONTACT. Immediately flush
eye with water for at least 15 minutes while holding eyelids open.
SKIN CONTACT :
Get immediate medical attention. Remove contaminated clothing. Wash off affected area immediately with soap
and plenty of water. Contaminated leather articles such as shoes or belts must be discarded.
INGESTION :
Get medical attention. Do not induce vomiting without medical advice. If conscious, washout mouth and give water
to drink.
INHALATION :
Remove to fresh air, treat symptomatically. If symptoms develop, seek medical advice.
IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration, preferably mouth-to-mouth. Get
medical attention.
NOTE TO PHYSICIAN :
Based on the individual reactions of the patient, the physician's judgement should be used to control symptoms and
clinical condition.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FLASH POINT : None
LOWER EXPLOSION LIMIT : Not flammable
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UPPER EXPLOSION LIMIT : Not flammable
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA :
This product would not be expected to burn unless all the water is boiled away. The remaining organics may be
ignitable. Keep containers cool by spraying with water. Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire.
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD :
May evolve oxides of carbon (COx) under fire conditions. May evolve oxides of phosphorus (POx) under fire
conditions. May evolve oxides of sulfur (SOx) under fire conditions.
SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIRE FIGHTING :
In case of fire, wear a full face positive-pressure self contained breathing apparatus and protective suit.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS :
Restrict access to area as appropriate until clean-up operations are complete. Ensure clean-up is conducted by
trained personnel only. Ventilate spill area if possible. Do not touch spilled material. Stop or reduce any leaks if it is
safe to do so. Use personal protective equipment recommended in Section 8 (Exposure Controls/Personal
Protection). Notify appropriate government, occupational health and safety and environmental authorities.
METHODS FOR CLEANING UP :
SMALL SPILLS: Soak up spill with absorbent material. Place residues in a suitable, covered, properly labeled
container. Wash affected area. LARGE SPILLS: Contain liquid using absorbent material, by digging trenches or by
diking. Reclaim into recovery or salvage drums or tank truck for proper disposal. Wash site of spillage thoroughly
with water. Contact an approved waste hauler for disposal of contaminated recovered material. Dispose of material
in compliance with regulations indicated in Section 13 (Disposal Considerations).
ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS :
Do not contaminate surface water.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING :
Avoid eye and skin contact. Do not take internally. Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. Have emergency
equipment (for fires, spills, leaks, etc.) readily available. Ensure all containers are labeled. Keep the containers
closed when not in use. Use with adequate ventilation.
STORAGE CONDITIONS :
Store the containers tightly closed. Store in suitable labeled containers. Store separately from oxidizers. Store
separately from bases. Store separately from reducing agents.
SUITABLE CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL :
Nylon, Polyethylene, Stainless Steel 304, Stainless Steel 316L, Hastelloy C-276, Plexiglass, Kalrez, Alfax,
Compatibility with Plastic Materials can vary; we therefore recommend that compatibility is tested prior to use., PVC,
Teflon, Buna-N, HDPE (high density polyethylene), Natural rubber, Polyurethane, Ethylene propylene,
Polypropylene
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UNSUITABLE CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL :
Copper, Brass, Hypalon, Viton, Neoprene, Aluminum, Mild steel
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS :
This product does not contain any substance that has an established exposure limit.
ENGINEERING MEASURES :
General ventilation is recommended.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION :
If significant mists, vapors or aerosols are generated an approved respirator is recommended.
HAND PROTECTION :
Neoprene gloves, Butyl gloves
SKIN PROTECTION :
Wear standard protective clothing.
EYE PROTECTION :
HYGIENE RECOMMENDATIONS :
If clothing is contaminated, remove clothing and thoroughly wash the affected area. Launder contaminated clothing
before reuse. Keep an eye wash fountain available. Keep a safety shower available.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
PHYSICAL STATE Liquid
APPEARANCE Colorless
ODOR Characteristic
SPECIFIC GRAVITY 1.164 @ 68 掳F / 20 掳C
DENSITY 9.7 lb/gal
SOLUBILITY IN WATER Miscible
pH (100 %) 3.2
VISCOSITY 21 cst @ 77 掳F / 25 掳C
FREEZING POINT -45 掳F / -43 掳C
VAPOR PRESSURE 48.0 mm Hg
VOC CONTENT 35.0 % Calculated
Note: These physical properties are typical values for this product and are subject to change.
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10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABILITY :
Stable under normal conditions.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION :
Hazardous polymerization will not occur.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID :
Avoid temperatures greater than 160 掳C
MATERIALS TO AVOID :
Oxidizing agents Strong Bases
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS :
Under fire conditions: Oxides of carbon, Oxides of phosphorus, Oxides of sulfur, Phosphine (highly toxic
and flammable)
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
The following results are for the product.
ACUTE ORAL TOXICITY :
Species LD50 Test Descriptor
Rat 831 mg/kg Product
Rating : Non-Hazardous
ACUTE DERMAL TOXICITY :
Species LD50 Test Descriptor
Rabbit > 2,000 mg/kg Product
Rating : Non-Hazardous
ACUTE INHALATION TOXICITY :
Species LC50 Test Descriptor
Rat 0.591 mg/l (4 hrs) 75% Active Ingredient
Rating : Harmful
PRIMARY SKIN IRRITATION : Not irritating
PRIMARY EYE IRRITATION : Extremely irritating (Corrosive)
SENSITIZATION :
May cause sensitization by skin contact.
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CARCINOGENICITY :
None of the substances in this product are listed as carcinogens by the International Agency for Research on
Cancer (IARC), the National Toxicology Program (NTP) or the American Conference of Governmental Industrial
Hygienists (ACGIH).
MUTAGENICITY :
Negative in the Ames Test. Clastogenic in an invitro assay for chromosomal abberations in Chinese Hamster Ovary
cells. Negative in cultured rat hepatocytes unscheduled DNA synthesis.
HUMAN HAZARD CHARACTERIZATION :
Based on our hazard characterization, the potential human hazard is: High
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ECOTOXICOLOGICAL EFFECTS :
The following results are for the active components.
ACUTE FISH RESULTS :
Species Exposure LC50 Test Descriptor
Rainbow Trout 96 hrs 119 mg/l 75% Active Ingredient
Bluegill Sunfish 96 hrs 93 mg/l 75% Active Ingredient
ACUTE INVERTEBRATE RESULTS :
Species Exposure LC50 EC50 Test Descriptor
Daphnia magna 48 hrs 19.4 mg/l 75% Active Ingredient
AQUATIC PLANT RESULTS :
Species Exposure EC50/LC50 Test Descriptor
Green Algae (Selenastrum 96 hrs 0.20 mg/l 75% Active Ingredient
capricornutum)
AQUATIC MICROORGANISM RESULTS :
Species Exposure EC50/LC50 Test Descriptor
Bacteria 3 hrs 24 mg/l (EC50) 75% Active Ingredient
MOBILITY :
The environmental fate was estimated using a level III fugacity model embedded in the EPI (estimation program
interface) Suite TM , provided by the US EPA. The model assumes a steady state condition between the total input
and output. The level III model does not require equilibrium between the defined media. The information provided is
intended to give the user a general estimate of the environmental fate of this product under the defined conditions of
the models. If released into the environment this material is expected to distribute to the air, water and soil/sediment
in the approximate respective percentages;
Air Water Soil/Sediment
<5% 10 - 30% 30 - 50%
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The portion in water is expected to be soluble or dispersible.
BIOACCUMULATION POTENTIAL
This preparation or material is not expected to bioaccumulate.
ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARD AND EXPOSURE CHARACTERIZATION
Based on our hazard characterization, the potential environmental hazard is: Moderate
If released into the environment, see CERCLA/SUPERFUND in Section 15.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
If this product becomes a waste, it is not a hazardous waste as defined by the Resource Conservation and Recovery
Act (RCRA) 40 CFR 261, since it does not have the characteristics of Subpart C, nor is it listed under Subpart D.
As a non-hazardous waste, it is not subject to federal regulation. Consult state or local regulation for any additional
handling, treatment or disposal requirements. For disposal, contact a properly licensed waste treatment, storage,
disposal or recycling facility.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
The information in this section is for reference only and should not take the place of a shipping paper (bill of lading)
specific to an order. Please note that the proper Shipping Name / Hazard Class may vary by packaging, properties,
and mode of transportation. Typical Proper Shipping Names for this product are as follows.
LAND TRANSPORT :
Proper Shipping Name : TOXIC LIQUID, ORGANIC, N.O.S.
Technical Name(s) : TETRAKIS(HYDROXYMETHYL) PHOSPHONIUM SULFATE
UN/ID No : UN 2810
Hazard Class - Primary : 6.1
Packing Group : III
Flash Point : None
AIR TRANSPORT (ICAO/IATA) :
Proper Shipping Name : TOXIC LIQUID, ORGANIC, N.O.S.
Technical Name(s) : TETRAKIS(HYDROXYMETHYL) PHOSPHONIUM SULFATE
UN/ID No : UN 2810
Hazard Class - Primary : 6.1
Packing Group : III
IATA Cargo Packing Instructions : 618
IATA Cargo Aircraft Limit : 220 L (Max net quantity per package)
MARINE TRANSPORT (IMDG/IMO) :
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Proper Shipping Name : TOXIC LIQUID, ORGANIC, N.O.S.
Technical Name(s) : TETRAKIS(HYDROXYMETHYL) PHOSPHONIUM
SULFATE
UN/ID No : UN 2810
Hazard Class - Primary : 6.1
Packing Group : III
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
NATIONAL REGULATIONS, USA :
OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION RULE, 29 CFR 1910.1200 :
Based on our hazard evaluation, the following substance(s) in this product is/are hazardous and the reason(s) is/are
shown below.
Tetrakis(hydroxymethyl) phosphonium sulfate : Corrosive to eyes, Dermal Sensitizer, Reproductive Effect
CERCLA/SUPERFUND, 40 CFR 117, 302 :
Notification of spills of this product is not required.
SARA/SUPERFUND AMENDMENTS AND REAUTHORIZATION ACT OF 1986 (TITLE III) - SECTIONS 302, 311,
312, AND 313 :
SECTION 302 - EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 355) :
This product does not contain substances listed in Appendix A and B as an Extremely Hazardous Substance.
SECTIONS 311 AND 312 - MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET REQUIREMENTS (40 CFR 370) :
Our hazard evaluation has found this product to be hazardous. The product should be reported under the following
indicated EPA hazard categories:
X Immediate (Acute) Health Hazard
X Delayed (Chronic) Health Hazard
- Fire Hazard
- Sudden Release of Pressure Hazard
- Reactive Hazard
Under SARA 311 and 312, the EPA has established threshold quantities for the reporting of hazardous chemicals.
The current thresholds are: 500 pounds or the threshold planning quantity (TPQ), whichever is lower, for extremely
hazardous substances and 10,000 pounds for all other hazardous chemicals.
SECTION 313 - LIST OF TOXIC CHEMICALS (40 CFR 372) :
This product does not contain substances on the List of Toxic Chemicals.
TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT (TSCA) :
This product is exempted under TSCA and regulated under FIFRA. The inerts are on the Inventory List.
FEDERAL INSECTICIDE, FUNGICIDE AND RODENTICIDE ACT (FIFRA) :
EPA Reg. No. 33677-6-68708
In all cases follow instructions on the product label.
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FEDERAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL ACT, CLEAN WATER ACT, 40 CFR 401.15 / formerly Sec. 307, 40
CFR 116.4 / formerly Sec. 311 :
None of the substances are specifically listed in the regulation.
CLEAN AIR ACT, Sec. 112 (40 CFR 61, Hazardous Air Pollutants), Sec. 602 (40 CFR 82, Class I and II Ozone
Depleting Substances) :
None of the substances are specifically listed in the regulation.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 :
Substances known to the State of California to cause cancer are present as an impurity or residue.
MICHIGAN CRITICAL MATERIALS :
None of the substances are specifically listed in the regulation.
STATE RIGHT TO KNOW LAWS :
None of the substances are specifically listed in the regulation.
NATIONAL REGULATIONS, CANADA :
WORKPLACE HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INFORMATION SYSTEM (WHMIS) :
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 CLASSIFICATION :
D1B - Materials Causing Immediate and Serious Toxic Effects - Toxic Material, D2B - Materials Causing Other Toxic
Effects - Toxic Material
CANADIAN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT (CEPA) :
The substances in this preparation are listed on the Domestic Substances List (DSL), are exempt, or have been
reported in accordance with the New Substances Notification Regulations.
INTERNATIONAL CHEMICAL CONTROL LAWS
AUSTRALIA
All substances in this product comply with the National Industrial Chemicals Notification & Assessment Scheme
(NICNAS).
EUROPE
The substances in this preparation have been reviewed for compliance with the EINECS or ELINCS inventories.
JAPAN
All substances in this product comply with the Law Regulating the Manufacture and Importation Of Chemical
Substances and are listed on the Ministry of International Trade & industry List (MITI).
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THE PHILIPPINES
All substances in this product comply with the Republic Act 6969 (RA 6969) and are listed on the Philippine
Inventory of Chemicals & Chemical Substances (PICCS).
16. OTHER INFORMATION
This product material safety data sheet provides health and safety information. The product is to be used in
applications consistent with our product literature. Individuals handling this product should be informed of the
recommended safety precautions and should have access to this information. For any other uses, exposures should
be evaluated so that appropriate handling practices and training programs can be established to insure safe
workplace operations. Please consult your local sales representative for any further information.
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Prepared By : Product Safety Department
Date issued : 01/26/2007
Version Number : 1.10
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