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Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
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Product Name/ Code 14405
Trade Name
Mixture.
CAS#
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Sodium polymethacrylate and water.
Synonym
Sodium polymethacrylate and water.
Chemical name
Chemical Family Not available.
Not applicable.
Chemical Formula
Dispersing agent.
Material Uses
Section 2. Composition, Information on Ingredients
EINECS # /
% by
CAS # Classification
Name
ELINCS #
Weight
sodium polymethacrylate 54193-36-1 <95 Not available.
water 7732-18-5 >5 231-791-2 Not available.
For additional information regarding European classification see sections 15 & 16.
Section 3. Hazards Identification
Fine, white powder. Can cause irritation to eyes and respiratory tract. Ingestion of excessive amounts may
Emergency Overview
cause burns to the gastrointestinal tract.
Section 4. First Aid Measures
Immediately flush eyes with running water for at least 15 minutes, keeping eyelids open. Cold water may be
Eye Contact
used.
After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water. Gently and thoroughly wash the contaminated
Skin Contact
skin with running water and non-abrasive soap. Be particularly careful to clean folds, crevices, creases and
groin. Cold water may be used. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. If irritation persists, seek medical
attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reusing.
Allow the victim to rest in a well ventilated area.
Inhalation
Do not induce vomiting. Immediately give two glasses of water, a little at a time. Never give anything by
Ingestion
mouth to an unconscious person. Call a physician. If vomiting occurs spontaneously, lower head below waist
to prevent fluid from entering the lungs.
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Section 5. Fire and Explosion Data
Non-flammable.
Flammability of the Product
Not available.
Autoignition Temperature
CLOSED CUP: 100掳C (212掳F).
Flash point
Not available.
Flammable Limits
Carbon and sodium oxides at combustion temperatures.
Products of Combustion
Explosion Hazards in Presence Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
of Various Substances
SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
Fire Fighting Media
LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.
and Instructions
Not available.
Special Remarks on Fire
Hazards
Special Remarks on Explosion Not available.
Hazards
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Dilute with water and mop up, or absorb with an inert DRY material and place in an appropriate waste
Small Spill
disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of according
to local and regional authority requirements.
Absorb with an inert material and put the spilled material in an appropriate waste disposal. Finish cleaning by
Large Spill
spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional authority
requirements. Prevent water from entering drinking water supplies or streams.
Section 7. Handling and Storage
Keep container dry. Keep in a cool place. Ground all equipment containing material. Keep container tightly
Storage
closed. Keep in a cool, well-ventilated place.
After handling, always wash hands thoroughly with soap and water. Keep from freezing. If frozen, thaw and
Handling Procedures and
mix before using.
Equipment
Section 8. Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapors below
Engineering Controls
their respective threshold limit value. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are proximal to the
work-station location. Use local exhaust ventilation. A capture velocity of 100-150 fpm is recommended
Safety glasses. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
Personal Precautions
Gloves.
Not available.
TLV/PEL
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Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
White. Solid. (Fine powder.)
Appearance
Not applicable.
Molecular Weight
10.5 [Basic.]
pH (1% soln/water)
Not available.
Boiling/Condensation Point
Not available.
Melting/Freezing Point
The only known value is 1 (Water = 1) (water).
Specific Gravity
0.51 g/ml at 25掳C (77掳F)
Density
Not applicable.
Vapor Pressure
>1 (Air = 1)
Vapor Density
5% (w/w).
Volatility
None
Odor
Not available.
Evaporation Rate
Not available.
Viscosity
The product is much more soluble in water.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.
Soluble in water.
Solubility
CLOSED CUP: 100掳C (212掳F).
Flash Point
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
The product is stable.
Stability
Not available.
Instability Temperature
Not available.
Conditions of Instability
Not available.
Incompatibility with Various
Substances
Not available.
Corrosivity
Special Remarks on Reactivity Not available.
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Eye contact. Ingestion. Skin contact.
Routes of Entry
Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 20000 mg/kg [Rat].
Toxicity to Animals
Acute dermal toxicity (LD50): 5000 mg/kg [Rabbit]
Special Remarks on Toxicity to Primary skin irritation index 0.25 (rabbits). Non-irritating to rabbit eyes.
Animals
Acute Effects
Slightly hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant).
Eye Contact
May cause irritation.
Skin Contact
This material is not expected to be a skin sensitizer. This material is not expected to be a skin absorption
Sensitization
hazard.
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Ingestion May be an ingestion hazard. Swallowing significant amounts may cause caustic burns to the gastrointestinal
tract.
Inhalation Not expected to be an inhalation hazard.
Remarks Not available.
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS Not available.
:
Chronic Effects on
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS Not available.
:
Humans
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY Not available.
:
REPRODUCTIVE TOXICITY Not available.
:
Not available.
Remarks
Section 12. Ecological Information
Not available.
Ecotoxicity
Not available.
BOD5 and COD
Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products
Products of Biodegradation
may arise.
Not available.
Biodegradability
Not available.
Special Remarks
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental control regulations.
Waste Information
Not available.
Waste Stream
Section 14. Transport Information
Not controlled under ADR (Europe).
ADR Classification
PIN
Not applicable.
IMDG Classification.
Not available.
IATA Classification Not controlled under IATA.
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Section 15. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms
Regulatory Lists EINECS: This product is on the European Inventory of Existing Commercial
Chemical Substances.
This product is not Not applicable.
EC Classification /
classified according to the
Labelling
EU regulations.
Flammability
1
Hazardous Material 1 National Fire Protection
Health Hazard
1 0 Reactivity
Health
Information System Association (U.S.A.)
1
Fire Hazard
(U.S.A.)
0
Reactivity Specific hazard
E
Personal Protection
TSCA 8(b) inventory: Sodium polymethacrylate and water.
Other Regulations
CEPA DSL: Sodium polymethacrylate and water.
Australia: Sodium polymethacrylate and water
Korea (TCCL): Sodium polymethacrylate and water.
Philippines (RA6969): Sodium polymethacrylate and water.
Protective Clothing
(Pictograms)
Section 16. Other Information
Relevant R phrases:
References Not available.
Other Special Not available.
Considerations
Verified by Romana Uzar.
Validated by Romana Uzar on 3/16/2006.
Printed 5/24/2006.
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