Material Safety Data Sheet chemusa
Section I. Chemical Product and Company Identification
DARVAN庐 821A
Product Name/ 14442
Code
Trade Name
9003-03-6
CAS#
Supplier R.T. VANDERBILT COMPANY, INC.
In Case of Call: (203) 853-1400
30 WINFIELD STREET Emergency
NORWALK, CT 06855
Ammonium polyacrylate solution and water
Synonym
2-Propenoic acid, homopolymer, ammonium salt.
Chemical name
Not available.
Chemical Family
Chemical Formula Not applicable.
Industrial applications: Ammonia dispersing agent for ceramic
Material Uses
bodies.
TSCA 8(b) inventory: DARVAN庐 821A
TSCA Status
Section II. Composition and Information on Ingredients
Name CAS # % by Weight
ammonium polyacrylate 9003-03-6 40
water 7732-18-5 60
Section III. Hazards Identification
Pale yellow liquid. Contact may cause eye and skin irritation. Breathing vapors may cause respiratory tract
Emergency Overview
irritation. Heating in excess of 100掳C evolves ammonia.
Section IV. First Aid Measures
Check for and remove any contact lenses. Flush with running water for at least 15 minutes. Cold water may
Eye Contact
be used. Do not use an eye ointment. Seek medical attention.
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. 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. Seek immediate medical attention
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 V. Fire and Explosion Data
Not available.
Flammability of the Product
Not available.
Autoignition Temperature
Not available.
Flash Point
Not available.
Flammable Limits
carbon oxides (CO, CO2) and ammonia
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
When exposed to heat, may evolve ammonia.
Special Remarks on Fire
Hazards
Special Remarks on Explosion Not available.
Hazards
Section VI. Accidental Release Measures
Absorb with an inert material and put the spilled material in an appropriate waste disposal
Small Spill
Absorb with an inert material and put the spilled material in an appropriate waste disposal. Finish cleaning
Large Spill
by spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional authority
requirements.
Section VII. Handling and Storage
Store above 10 掳C (50 掳F). Ground all equipment containing material. Keep container tightly closed. Keep in
Storage
a cool, well-ventilated place. Combustible materials should be stored away from extreme heat and away from
strong oxidizing agents.
Avoid contact with eyes. Avoid contact with skin and clothing. Avoid breathing vapors of this product. Wash
Handling Procedures and
thoroughly after handling.
Equipment
Section VIII. 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.
Splash goggles. Lab coat. Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
Personal Protection
Gloves.
Not available.
TLV / PEL
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Section IX. Physical and Chemical Properties
Yellow. Liquid.
Appearance
Not applicable.
Molecular Weight
7 [Neutral.]
pH (1% soln/water)
100掳C (212掳F)
Boiling/Condensation Point
May start to solidify at 0掳C (32掳F) based on data for: water.
Melting Point
1.16 (Water = 1)
Specific Gravity
1.16 Mg/m鲁 at 25掳C (77掳F)
Density
Not available.
Vapor Pressure
Not available.
Vapor Density
60% (v/v).
Volatility
Not available.
Odor
Not available.
Evaporation Rate
Not available.
Viscosity
Not available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.
Miscible in cold water.
Solubility
Section X. Stability and Reactivity Data
The product is stable.
Stability
Exposure above 100掳C produces ammonia evolution.
Instability Temperature
Not available.
Conditions of Instability
Reactive with oxidizing agents.
Incompatibility with Various
Substances
Not available.
Corrosivity
Special Remarks on Reactivity Not available.
Section XI. Toxicological Information
Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.
Routes of Entry
LD50: Not available.
Toxicity to Animals
LC50: Not available.
Special Remarks on Toxicity to Not available.
Animals
Acute Effects
No data available. May cause irritation upon contact.
Eye Contact
No data available. May cause irritation upon contact.
Skin Contact
No data available.
Sensitization
No data available.
Ingestion
No data available. Inhalation of vapors of mist may cause respiratory irritation.
Inhalation
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Not available.
Remarks
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS Not available.
:
Chronic Effects on
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS Not available.
:
Humans
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY Not available.
:
REPRODUCTIVE TOXICITY Not available.
:
To the best of our knowledge, the toxicological properties of this product have not been thoroughly
Remarks
investigated. As with any material for which toxicological data is limited or does not exist, avoid repeated or
prolonged exposure.
Section XII. Ecological Information
Not available.
Ecotoxicity
Not available.
BOD 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 on the
Products of Biodegradation
Section XIII. Disposal Considerations
Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental control regulations.
Waste Information
Not available.
Waste Stream
Section XIV. Transport Information
Not a DOT controlled material (United States).
DOT
Not applicable.
Remarks
Not available.
Maritime transportation
Section XV. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms
Not controlled under the HCS (United States).
Classification HCS (USA)
TSCA 8(b) inventory: DARVAN庐 821A
Federal and State
Regulations
Not applicable.
Remarks
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National Fire Protection
Hazardous Material Flammability
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Association (U.S.A.)
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(U.S.A.) Reactivity
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Specific hazard
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Personal Protection
Other regulatory EINECS - One or more ingredients fall under the polymer exemption or are on the no longer polymer list. All
specifications other ingredients are on the inventory or exempt from listing.
CEPA DSL: DARVAN庐 821A
Australia: DARVAN庐 821A
Protective Clothing
(Pictograms)
Section XVI. Other Information
Not available.
References
Not available.
Other Special
Considerations
Validated by Erin A. Bendig on 1/26/2004. Verified by Erin A. Bendig.
Previous Validation Date: No Previous Validation. Printed 1/26/2004.
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