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1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Trade Name of this Product SUPER BROM
MSDS ID MSDS1921
Manufacturer Phone Number
Haviland Consumer Products, Inc. (616) 361-6691
421 Ann Street N.W. Emergency Phone
Grand Rapids, MI 49504 CHEMTREC (800) 424-9300
CHEMTREC International (703) 527-3887
Revision Date 00/00/00
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Health:
0
Fire:
0
Reactivity:
Specific
2. Composition and Information on Ingredients
Ingredient CAS Number Weight % ACGIH TLV PEL STEL
1, 3-Dibromo-5, 77-48-5 99.4 % Not Established Not Established
5-dimethylhydantoin
3. Hazard Identification
Emergency Overview
Harmful if Inhaled. Causes severe burns to eyes and skin. May be fatal if swallowed.
Health Effects
Eye or skin contact can cause severe burns. Inhalation can cause upper respiratory tract
irritation. Harmful if ingested.
Carcinogenicity
None of the components present in this material are listed by IARC or NTP as a carcinogen.
Reproductive Effects
None known
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Routes of Entry
Inhalation, Ingestion, Skin or Eye Contact
4. First Aid Information
Inhalation
Remove to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is
difficult, give oxygen. Call a physician.
Eye Contact
Flush immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, get medical attention.
Skin Contact
Flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing. Get
medical attention.
Ingestion
Call a physician immediately. Do not induce vomiting. Dilute by drinking water or milk.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
5. Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point N/A
Extinguishing Media
Water spray, foam, carbon dioxide, dry chemical
Special Fire Fighting Procedures
Fire fighters should wear full protective clothing including self-contained breathing
apparatus.
Unusual Fire Hazard
None known.
6. Accidental Release Measures
Spill and Leak Procedures
Wear appropriate protective equipment and clothing during clean up. Sweep spill and
transfer material into appropriate container(s) for disposal.
7. Handling and Storage
Handling Procedures
Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing dusts. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on
clothing. Wear eye protection and protective clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Storage Procedures
Store in a dry, cool, and well ventilated area. Keep away from incompatibles. Keep
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container tightly closed and dry.
8. Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
Engineering Controls
Local exhaust at source of generation to remove dust from breathing zone. Mechanical
(General) exhaust acceptable for small quantities.
Eye Protection
Safety glasses or goggles required.
Protective Gloves
Wear chemical resistant gloves, such as rubber, neoprene, or nitrile.
Respiratory Protection
If ventilation is not sufficient to effectively prevent buildup of dust, appropriate NIOSH/MSHA
respiratory protection must be provided.
Other Protective Equipment
Wear appropriate clothing to prevent skin exposure. A safety shower and eye bath should
be available.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State Solid
Color/Appearance White/Off-white solid
Odor Halogen odor
Boiling/Cond. Point Not Determined
Melting/Freezing Point > 190掳C
Solubility Soluble
Vapor Density Not Applicable
Vapor Pressure Not Applicable
10. Stability and Reactivity
Chemical Stability
Stable
Conditions to Avoid
None known
Incompatible Materials
Avoid contact with aldehydes. Avoid contact with reducing agents. Acids. Ammonia
containing products. Avoid contact with metals such as steel, aluminum, iron, and copper.
Hazardous Decomposition Products
Carbon oxides. Bromine.
Hazardous Polymerization
Will not occur.
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11. Toxicological Information
ACUTE ORAL LD50, Rat: 448 mg/kg of body weight
ACUTE DERMAL LD50, Rat: > 2,000 mg/kg of body weight
12. Ecological Information
AQUATIC TOXICITY: Rainbow Trout, 48-hour EC50 value was 0.4 mg/L.
13. Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal
Dispose of waste in accordance with all federal, state, and local regulations.
14. Transportation Information
DOT Shipping Name
Oxidizing solid, n.o.s. (1, 3-Dibromo-5, 5-dimethylhydantoin)
Hazard Class
5.1, Oxidizer
UN Number
UN1479
Packing Group
PG II
NOTE: Oxidizers in Packing Group II in inner packagings not over 1.0 L (0.3 gallon) for
liquids or 1.0 kg (2.2 pounds) for solids, packed in strong outer packagings, may be renamed
"Consumer Commodity" and reclassed as ORM-D material. Total package may not exceed
30 kg (66 pounds) gross weight.
15. Regulatory Information
TSCA
Hazardous Component(s) subject to reporting on the TSCA List.
16. Other Information
EPA Reg. No. 3377-61-57787
Disclaimer
Nothing contained herein grants or extends a license, express or implied, in connection with
patents, issued or pending, of the manufacturer or others. The manufacturer makes no
warranties, expressed or implied, as to the accuracy, completeness, or adequacy of the
information contained herein. The manufacturer shall not be held liable (regardless of fault)
to the vendee's employees, or anyone for any direct, special or consequential damages
arising out of or in connection with the accuracy, completeness, adequacy or furnishing of
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such information.
This information is based upon technical information believed to be reliable. It is subject to
revision as additional knowledge and experience is gained.
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