SECTION V HEALTH HAZARD DATA
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET PP 115
Threshold Limited Value 3
Toxicity: oral-rat LD50: 317 mg/kg. (Skin Values) TWA 5 ppm; 19 mg/m
ALDON 1533 W.Henrietta Rd.
(ACGIH 1992-93).
PP 115
Avon, New York 14414 MSDS No.
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CORPORATION March 11, 1996
Effective Date
(716) 226-6177 INHALATION: In animals, prolonged inhalation of vapors (30-60 ppm) has induced respiratory difficulties,
Effects of Overexposure lung damage, loss of weight and paralysis. Breathing of phenol vapors can cause irritation of the mucous
membranes. INGESTION: Ingestion of phenol causes intense burning of mouth and throat followed by
marked abdominal pain and distress. Lethal oral doses of phenol for adults have ranged from 1 to 10 gm; for
SECTION I NAME 24 HOUR EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE infants 50 to 500 mg. Cyanosis, muscular weakness and collapse may occur within a few minutes after
ingestion. Tremors and convulsions are occasionally observed. SKIN: Phenol is rapidly absorbed through
the skin. A serious burn or poisoning through skin absorption may occur if the chemical is not removed
Product PHENOL, CRYSTALS promptly and thoroughly. If the phenol is left on the skin the exposed area will burn. EYES: Exerts a strong
CHEMTREC
2 corrosive action. May cause corneal damage or blindness.
3
Health
800-424-9300
Chemical Speed in removing phenol is of primary importance. INGESTION: If
Emergency and
3 0
Carbolic Acid
Synonyms 2 swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting without specific instructions from
Fire
Day 716-226-6177
First Aid Procedures physician. Get immediate medical attention. Keep victim warm and quiet.
Formula C6 H5OH 1
Reactivity Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. SKIN: Flush
NFPA thoroughly with water while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
HAZARD RATING HMIS *
Unit Size up to 2.5 Kg. EYES: Flush thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes, lifting lower and
LEAST SLIGHT MODERATE HIGH EXTREME
upper eyelids occasionally. Get immediate medical attention. INHALATION:
0 1 2 3 4
C.A.S. No. Remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If not breathing,
108-95-2
give artificial respiration administered by trained personnel. Get immediate
SECTION II INGREDIENTS OF MIXTURES medical attention.
SECTION VI REACTIVITY DATA
Principal Component(s) % TLV Units
Conditions to Avoid
Stability Unstable
Phenol, Crystals 100% See Section V. Excessive temperatures and heat.
Stable X
DANGER! POISON CORROSIVE! MAY BE FATAL Avoid contact with strong oxidizers, halogens and calcium hypochlorite. Hot
Incompatibility
phenol attacks aluminum, lead, magnesium and zinc and the phenol is
(Materials to Avoid) discolored. The discoloration of phenol is catalyzed by iron and copper.
IF SWALLOWED OR ABSORBED THROUGH SKIN. CAUSES SEVERE
Complete combustion results in the formation of carbon dioxide and water
Hazardous
SKIN AND EYE BURNS. COMBUSTIBLE. HAZARDOUS SOLID. vapor; incomplete combustion can yield carbon monoxide. Avoid breathing
Decomposition Products vapors or gases released on exposure to high temperature or fire.
SECTION III PHYSICAL DATA
Conditions to Avoid
Hazardous Polymerization
Specific Gravity (H2O = 1)
Melting Point (掳F) Congeals at 41掳C; MP 43掳C 1.071 @ 25/4掳C
May Occur Will Not Occur Not applicable.
Percent Volatile
Boiling Point (掳F) 181掳C (358掳F) 100% at 100掳C X
by Volume (%)
Evaporation Rate
SECTION VII SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg) ~ 10.3 at 71掳C n-Butyl Ac. =1) Less than 0.03
(
Steps to be taken in case Allow only trained and protected personnel in area. Wearing proper
Vapor Density (Air=1) 3.24 protective equipment and with good ventilation, remove all sources of
material is released or spilled
ignition. Scoop up or if liquid, absorb in sand, earth, sawdust,
Solubility in Water 6.7 grams per 100 mL. water at 16掳C.
vermiculite. Place in steel containers. Wash spill area well with soap
This material can be liquid or solid, depending on storage temperature. and water.
Appearance & Odor Colorless to light pink solid, darkens on exposure to light; characteristic 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
(Method Used) 175掳F (79掳C) (cc) Phenol 1.5 8.6
disposal service.
Extinguisher
SECTION VIII SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Use water spray; carbon dioxide (CO ); dry chemical (ABC); foam.
Media 2
Use in a well-ventilated area. Work in fume hood. If necessary use a
Respiration Protection
(Specify Type) NIOSH/MSHA-approved special cartridge respirator.
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING
Recommended. No.
Local Exhaust Special
In fire conditions, wear a NIOSH/MSHA-approved self-contained
PROCEDURES Ventilation
breathing apparatus and full protective clothing including eye Recommended. No.
Mechanical (General) Other
protection. Avoid skin and eye contact; extremely corrosive to all body
Protective Gloves Eye Protection
Neoprene. Splash proof goggles.
tissue. Avoid splashing personnel with phenol.
Smock, apron, eye wash station, ventilation hood, proper gloves, fire extinguisher.
Other Protective
Face shields may be worn in addition to safety goggles.
Equipment
(1993 EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDEBOOK, DOT P 5800.6, GUIDE PAGE NO. 55)
SECTION IX SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Precautions to be Taken See Section V above. Do not handle with bare hands. Store in a
UNUSUAL FIRE AND in Handling & Storing cool, dry well-ventilated place away from fire hazards and protect
EXPLOSION HAZARDS from light. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Keep container tightly closed when not in use.
Yields flammable vapors when heated, which will form explosive
Read label on container before using. Do not wear contact lenses when working with chemicals.
Other Precautions
mixtures with air. Phenol discolors above 50掳C. Vapors are
Distill only under inert atmosphere. Threshold (Odor) is 0.3 ppm.
flammable and toxic.
White crystalline mass turns pink or red if not perfectly pure. Avoid
contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Remove and wash contaminated
Ignition Temperature: 1319掳F (715掳C). clothing and equipment before reuse.
For laboratory use only. Not for drug, food or household use. Keep out of reach of children.
Chemical Safety
Approved
Revision Date
No. 4 3/11/96 Michael Raszeja MR
Coordinator
D.O.T. PHENOL, SOLID, 6.1, UN 1671 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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