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SECTION I: IDENTIFICATION OF PRODUCT
PRODUCT NAME: Filtravis
PRODUCT USE: Oil Well Fluid Additive
CHEMICAL FAMILY: Amphoteric Cellulose Ether
WORK PLACE HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INFORMATION SYSTEM (WHMIS)
WHMIS CLASSIFICATION: Not A Controlled Product Under WHMIS
WORK PLACE HAZARD: N/A
TRANSPORTATION OF DANGEROUS GOODS (TDG)
SHIPPING NAME: Not Regulated Under TDG
TDG CLASSIFICATION: N/A
UN NUMBER (PIN): N/A
PACKING GROUP: N/A
SECTION II: HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
INGREDIENT PERCENT CAS NUMBER LD Oral-Rat OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV
(50)
No Hazardous Ingredients
SECTION III: TOXOLOGICAL PROPERTIES
ROUTE OF ENTRY: [XX] SKIN [XX] EYE CONTACT [XX] INHALATION [XX] INGESTION
EYE CONTACT : This material is not expected to be irritating to the eyes
SKIN CONTACT: This material is not expected to be irritating to the skin
INGESTION: The oral LD50 in the rat is greater than 2g/kg
INHALATION:: Inhalation of dust may cause sneezing, allergic Sensitizer
SECTION IV: FIRST AID MEASURES
SKIN CONTACT: Wash skin with copious amounts of water.
EYE CONTACT: Flush with copious amounts of water immediately
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INGESTION: If ingested, dilute by drinking large quantities of water, get immediate medical attention.
INHALATION: Remove patient to fresh air. Apply artificial respiration as required
OTHER HEALTH This material is not considered to be mutagenic in the Salmonella typhimurium reverse
EFFECTS: mutation assay and in the E. Coli reverse mutation assay. This material caused skin
Sensitization reaction in a Magnussen-Kligman Guinea Pig maximization test. Long-term
exposure to high dust concentration may cause non-debilitating lung changes.
SECTION V: PHYSICAL DATA
APPEARANCE AND ODOUR: Off white, free flowing powder, Amine Like Odour
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: No Data available
BOILING POINT ( C): N/A
MELTING POINT ( C): N/A
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Soluble (20D-C)
PERCENT VOLATILE BY VOLUME: No Data Available
EVAPORATION RATE: N/A
VAPOUR PRESSURE (mm Hg): N/A
VISCOSITY: 5-15.000 mPa (1% solution, 25C Brookfield LV; 30rpm)
SECTION VI: FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
FLASH POINT: N/A
FLAMMABLE LIMITS: Not Established
EXOSURE LIMITS: No Data Available
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Foam, powder or carbon dioxide (CO2)
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Evacuate area of all unnecessary personnel. Use NIOSH
approved self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and
other protective equipment if conditions warrant. Water fog
or spray may be used to cool exposed containers and
equipment.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Dust/air mixtures may ignite violently upon exposure to
sparks or sources of ignition.
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SECTION VII: REACTIVITY DATA
STABILITY: Stable [XX] Unstable [ ]
INCOMPATIBILITY (CONDITIONS TO AVOID) Avoid dust generation
CONDITIONS OF REACTIVITY N/A
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS None
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION Will Not Occur [XX] May Occur [ ]
VIII: PREVENTIVE MEASURES
SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION Not generally required unless needed to prevent respiratory
irritation. For concentrations exceeding the recommended
exposure limit, use NIOSH approved air-purifying respirator.
VENTILATION Use Adequate ventilation to control concentration below
recommended exposure limits
PROTECTIVE GLOVES Not Required
EYE PROTECTION Use safety glasses with side shields. Avoid contact with eyes.
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (Specify) Avoid skin contact with material. Wear protective clothing such
as Seranax Coated Tivek when skin contact with airborne dust
is possible.
Note: Personal protection information is based upon general
information as to normal uses and conditions. Where special
or unusual uses or conditions exist, it is suggested that the
expert assistance of an industrial hygienist or other qualified
professional be sought.
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORING
Airborne dust may create a dust explosion hazard. Avoid contact with eyes, skin or clothing. Contact with skin may
cause an allergic skin reaction. Avoid breathing vapours, mist, fume or dust. Wear equipment and/or garments
described if exposure conditions warrant. Launder contaminated clothing before re-use. Wash thoroughly after
handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Store in well-ventilated area. Store in closed container.
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE THE MATERIAL IS SPILLED OR RELEASED
Precautions required if material is released or spilled:
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Evacuate area of all unnecessary personnel. Contain spill. Sweep up spill and place I disposal container. Wear
protective equipment and/or garments described if exposure conditions warrant. Keep out of water sources and
sewers.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD
(Insure conformity with all applicable disposal regulations; Manage in a permitted waste management facility. Prior
to disposal, consult your environmental contact to determine if TCLP (Toxicity Characteristic Leaching Procedure,
EPA Test Method 1311) is required. Reference 40 CFR Parts 261.
SECTION IX: PREPARATION
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IS GIVEN IN GOOD FAITH, BUT NO WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR
IMPLIED, IS MADE.
DATE PRINTED: April 6, 2006 BY: MILLENNIUM TECHNOLOGIES LTD.
DATE MODIFIED: May 27, 2004 APPROVED BY:
SUPERSEDES: October 1, 2003
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