SECTION V HEALTH HAZARD DATA
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET HH 200
Threshold Limited Value 3
ALDON TWA: 2 mg/m (ACGIH 1992-93). RTECS No. MX3500000
1533 W.Henrietta Rd.
Toxicity data: orl-hmn LDLo: 29 mg/kg.
HH 200
Avon, New York 14414 MSDS No.
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CORPORATION February 29, 1996
Effective Date
(716) 226-6177
Effects of Overexposure Under conditions of ordinary use, hydroquinone does not present a serious hazard.
Ingestion of 1 gram has caused tinnitus, nausea, vomiting, sense of suffocation,
shortness of breath, cyanosis, convulsions, delirium, collapse. Death has followed
SECTION I NAME 24 HOUR EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE ingestion of 5 grams. Irritation of intestinal tract occurs with oral ingestion. Dermatitis can
result from skin contact may cause allergic skin reaction. Staining and opacification of
cornea occur in workers exposed for prolonged periods to concentrations of vapor not
Product HYDROQUINONE CHEMTREC high enough for production of systemic effects. Relatively safe in very low concentrations.
1 Health 2
800-424-9300
Chemical
Emergency and
2 0
1,4-Benzenediol; Quinol
Synonyms INHALATION: Remove from exposure, treat symptomatically and get
1
Fire
Day 716-226-6177
First Aid Procedures medical attention. EYES: Flush thoroughly with water for at least 15
Formula C H (OH) 1
Reactivity
64 2 minutes, lifting upper and lower eyelids occasionally. Get immediate
NFPA
HAZARD RATING medical attention. SKIN: Flush thoroughly with water, then wash with mild
HMIS *
Unit Size up to 2.5 Kg.
soap and water. INGESTION: If swallowed, if conscious, give one or two
LEAST SLIGHT MODERATE HIGH EXTREME
0 1 2 3 4 glasses of water to drink. Induce vomiting and call physician. Never give
C.A.S. No. 123-31-9
anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
SECTION II INGREDIENTS OF MIXTURES
SECTION VI REACTIVITY DATA
Principal Component(s) % TLV Units
Conditions to Avoid
Stability Unstable
Hydroquinone 100% See Section V. Excessive temperatures or heat.
Stable X
WARNING! HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED. CAUSES IRRITATION. Incompatibility
Oxidizing materials can cause a reaction.
(Materials to Avoid)
REPEATED EXPOSURE TO VAPOR OR CRYSTALS MAY CAUSE
Hazardous Thermal decomposition or burning will produce carbon dioxide and/or
EYE INJURY. MAY CAUSE ALLERGIC SKIN REACTION.
Decomposition Products carbon monoxide.
SECTION III PHYSICAL DATA
Conditions to Avoid
Hazardous Polymerization
Specific Gravity (H2O = 1)
169掳C (336掳F) 1.341
Melting Point (掳F)
May Occur Will Not Occur Not applicable.
Percent Volatile
Boiling Point (掳F) 286掳C (547掳F) Non-volatile (NA).
by Volume (%) X
Evaporation Rate
SECTION VII SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
Negligible. Non-volatile (NA).
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg) =1)
(
Steps to be taken in case
3.81 Eliminate all sources of ignition. Recover for use if not contaminated.
Vapor Density (Air=1)
material is released or spilled Wear protective safety equipment and use adequate ventilation. Avoid
making dust. Sweep up and place in a suitable container for disposal.
Solubility in Water 7 grams per 100 mL. water at 20掳C.
Flush spill area with water. Do not allow wash water to pollute water
ways and streams.
Appearance & Odor White crystals; no odor.
Discharge, treatment, or disposal may be subject to Federal, State or Local laws.
Waste Disposal Method
SECTION IV FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA These disposal guidelines are intended for the disposal of catalog-size quantities only.
Lower
Flammable Limits in Air Upper
Flash Point
Dispose of in an approved incinerator or contract with a licensed waste
% by Volume
351掳F (177掳C) COC NA -------- --------
(Method Used)
disposal service.
Extinguisher
SECTION VIII SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Water spray; dry chemical (ABC); carbon dioxide (CO ).
Media 2
None needed in normal laboratory handling. If dusty conditions prevail, work in ventilation
Respiration Protection
hood or wear a NIOSH/MSHA-approved dust mask or respirator.
(Specify Type)
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING
In fire conditions, wear a NIOSH/MSHA-approved self-contained Local Exhaust Special
Yes. No.
PROCEDURES Ventilation
breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact Mechanical (General) Other
Recommended. No.
with skin and eyes.
Protective Gloves Eye Protection
Rubber. Chemical safety glasses.
Ignition Temperature: 930掳F (499掳C). Other Protective
Smock, apron, eye wash station, ventilation hood, proper gloves.
Equipment
SECTION IX SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
(1993 EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDEBOOK, DOT P 5800.6, GUIDE PAGE NO. 53)
Precautions to be Taken
UNUSUAL FIRE AND Store in a cool, dry place away from strong oxidizers and protect
in Handling & Storing
EXPLOSION HAZARDS from light. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Keep container tightly closed when not in use.
Fire or excessive heat may produce hazardous decomposition
Read label on container before using. Do not wear contact lenses when working with chemicals.
Other Precautions
products; can react vigorously with oxidizing materials
Explosion Hazard: Powered material may form explosive
Avoid contact with skin and eyes, Use with adequate ventilation.
dust-air mixtures.
Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
For laboratory use only. Not for drug, food or household use. Keep out of reach of children.
Chemical Safety
Approved
Revision Date Michael Raszeja
No. 4 2/29/96 MR
Coordinator
D.O.T. HYDROQUINONE, SOLID, 6.1, UN 2662, PG III The information contained herein is furnished without warranty of any kind. Employers should use this information only as a supplement to other information
gathered by them and must make independent determinations of suitability and completeness of information from all sources to assure proper use of these
Approved by U.S. Department of Labor "essentially similar" to form OSHA-20 materials and the safety and health of employees. * Hazardous Materials Industrial Standards. Printed on recycled paper.
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