SECTION V HEALTH HAZARD DATA
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET PP 239
Threshold Limited Value
ALDON RTECS No. TB6300000 Toxicity data: Orl-rat LD50: 1530 mg/kg. ;
1533 W.Henrietta Rd. skin-rab LD50: 2740 mg/kg.
PP 239
Avon, New York 14414 MSDS No.
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CORPORATION October 18, 1995
Effective Date
(716) 226-6177
Effects of Overexposure INGESTION: May cause sore throat, abdominal pain, nausea, severe
burns of mouth, throat and stomach. INHALATION: May cause severe
SECTION I NAME 24 HOUR EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE irritation of the respiratory system. EYES: May cause redness, pain,
burns, permanent visual damage. SKIN: May cause redness, pain, burns.
Product PHOSPHORIC ACID, 85%
CHEMTREC
0 Health 2
800-424-9300
Chemical
Emergency and
2 0
Ortho-phosphoric acid
Synonyms INGESTION: If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious, give
Fire 0
Day 716-226-6177
First Aid Procedures water, milk or milk of magnesia. Get immediate medical attention. Never
Formula H3 PO4 Reactivity 2 give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. INHALATION:
NFPA
HAZARD RATING Remove to fresh air. If illness or discomfort develops, get medical
HMIS *
Unit Size up to 4 Lt.
LEAST SLIGHT MODERATE HIGH EXTREME attention. EYES: Flush thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes, lifting
0 1 2 3 4 upper and lower eyelids occasionally. Get immediate medical attention.
C.A.S. No. 7664-38-2
SKIN: Flush thoroughly with water, then wash with mild soap and water.
SECTION II INGREDIENTS OF MIXTURES
SECTION VI REACTIVITY DATA
Principal Component(s) % TLV Units
Conditions to Avoid
Stability Unstable
3
Phosphoric Acid 85-100% 1 mg/m (TLV/TWA) Excessive temperature, heat.
Stable X
3
3 mg/m (STEL) Incompatibility
Most common metals, strong bases, alkalies.
(Materials to Avoid)
DANGER! CORROSIVE! CAUSES SEVERE BURNS. HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED.
Hazardous
Oxides of phosphorus.
Decomposition Products
SECTION III PHYSICAL DATA
Conditions to Avoid
Hazardous Polymerization
Specific Gravity (H2O = 1)
Melting Point (掳F) 21掳C (70掳F) 1.71
May Occur Will Not Occur Not applicable.
Percent Volatile
Boiling Point (掳F) 158掳C (316掳F) Not applicable.
by Volume (%) X
Evaporation Rate
SECTION VII SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg) 2.2 Not applicable.
=1)
(
Steps to be taken in case
Vapor Density (Air=1) 3.4
Wear full protective equipment. Ventilate area. Neutralize with
material is released or spilled
soda ash or lime. Absorb with vermiculite, dry sand or earth.
Solubility in Water Complete.
Place in proper container for disposal.
Appearance & Odor Colorless, syrupy liquid; odorless.
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
Not applicable. N/A
% by Volume
(Method Used) Dispose of in an accordance with local, state and federal regulations.
Extinguisher
Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical, foam. SECTION VIII SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Media
High efficiency particulate respirator is recommended. NIOSH/MSHA-approved
Respiration Protection
(Specify Type) self-contained breathing apparatus.
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING
Recommended. No.
Local Exhaust Special
PROCEDURES Ventilation Mechanical (General) Other
Recommended. No.
Use water to keep fire exposed containers cool. Wear proper protective
equipment and self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece Protective Gloves Eye Protection
Rubber. Chemical safety goggles.
operated in positive pressure mode.
Other Protective
Lab coat, apron, eye wash station, proper gloves, face shield, ventilation hood.
Equipment
(1993 EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDEBOOK, DOT P 5800.6, GUIDE PAGE NO. 60)
SECTION IX SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Precautions to be Taken Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Protect against physical
UNUSUAL FIRE AND in Handling & Storing damage. Keep away from fire hazards. Wash thoroughly after
EXPLOSION HAZARDS Keep container tightly closed when not in use. handling.
Contact with common metals produces hydrogen which may form flammable Read label on container before using. Do not wear contact lenses when working with chemicals.
Other Precautions
mixtures with air. Gives off flammable vapors. Closed containers exposed to
heat may explode. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Avoid breathing vapors. Use
with adequate ventilation. Remove and wash contaminated clothing.
For laboratory use only. Not for drug, food or household use. Keep out of reach of children.
Chemical Safety
Approved
Revision Date 10/18/95 Michael Raszeja MR
No. 1 Coordinator
D.O.T. PHOSPHORIC ACID, 8, UN 1805, 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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