Part Number(s):
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 55-555-55
Form WI04-11A Rev. 1
Product Name: Orthochrome Alginate Release Date: April 3, 2006
1. Product and Company Identification
Trade Name & Synonyms MSDS Code Number
Alginmax Refer to part number
Chemical Name Manufacture / Distributor
NA GAC International Inc.
C.A.S. Number Address
9005-38-3 355 Knickerbocker Ave.
Bohemia, NY USA 11716
Grades or Minor Variant Identities Information Telephone Number
NA 1-631-419-1700
Product Use (for Canada) Emergency Telephone Number
NA 1-631-419-1700
2. Composition of Ingredients
Hazardous Components C.A.S. Number Exposure Limits %
Sodium Alginate 9005-38-3 NA 16
Sodium phosphate 7722-88-5 NA 2
Magnesium oxide 1309-48-4 NA 9
Magnesium carbonate 39409-82-0 NA 6
Calcium sulfate 10101-41-4 NA 11
Potassium fluoride NA NA 2
Diatomaceous earth NA NA 52
TWA/TLV : N/A
3. Hazard Identification
Emergency Overview
NA
Routes of Signs and Symptoms Single, Repeated, or Severity (Mild, Acute and Chronic Target
Exposure Lifetime Exposure Moderate, Severe) Health Effect(s) Organ(s)
NA NA NA NA NA
Eye
NA NA NA NA NA
Skin
NA NA NA NA NA
Inhalation
NA NA NA NA NA
Ingestion
NA NA NA NA NA
Other
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure
Avoid dust formation. If it does so occur, go out to fresh air.
Carcinogenicity (IARC, NTP)
NA
Potential Environmental Effects
NA
4. First Aid Measures
Routes of Exposure First Aid Instructions Immediate Medical Attention Delayed Effects
Flush with water. NA NA
Eye
Wash with water and soap. NA NA
Skin
NA NA NA
Inhalation
Drink a lot of water. If nausea NA NA
Ingestion
persists see a physician.
NA NA NA
Other
Note to Physicians (Treatment, Testing, and Monitoring)
NA
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Part Number(s):
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 55-555-55
Form WI04-11A Rev. 1
Product Name: Orthochrome Alginate Release Date: April 3, 2006
5. Fire and Explosion Data
Flashpoint & Method: Flammable (Explosive) Limits in Air Autoignition Temperature Other
掳C / 掳F N/A LEL: NA UEL: NA NA
NA
Properties Contributing to Flammability Classification
Flame Propagation or Burning
Fire Intensity Health-, Flammability-, Reactivity-NA
NA
NA
Extinguishing Media Extinguishing Media to Avoid
Foam, dry chemical water spray NA
Protection and Procedures for Firefighters
Treat as a class A fire.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards
None
6. Accidental Release Measures
Containment Techniques
Dispose in regular garbage disposal.
Spill/Leak Clean-Up Procedures and Equipment
Sweep floor to avoid slippery situations.
Evacuation Procedures
NA
Special Instructions
NA
Reporting Requirements
NA
7. Handling and Storage
Handling Practices and Warnings
Avoid formation of dust when using products.
Storage Practices and Warnings
(掳C / 掳F). Storage temperature: Indoor. Keep in a cool place. Open container can cause contamination.
8. Exposure Control/Personal Protection
Ventilation Other Engineering Controls
Not necessary. NA
Routes of Entry: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Normal Use: PPE for Emergencies:
Eye/Face Eye protection: Use regular goggles. NA
Skin Protective gloves: Not necessary NA
Inhalation Use regular mask if exposed for many hours. NA
General Hygiene Considerations and Work Practices
NA
Protective Measures During Repair and Maintenance of Contaminated Equipment
NA
Other Protective Measures and Equipment
Not necessary.
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Part Number(s):
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 55-555-55
Form WI04-11A Rev. 1
Product Name: Orthochrome Alginate Release Date: April 3, 2006
9. Physical and Chemical Characteristics
Appearance Odor
Fine powder Spearmint -vanilla
Boiling Point 掳C / 掳F N/A
Normal Physical State:
Liquid Gas
Melting Point 掳C / 掳F N/A
Solid (Other) Freezing Point 掳C / 掳F N/A
Specific Gravity or Density (H20=1) Solubility in Water pH
NA Negligible NA
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg @ 20掳C) Vapor Density (AIR= 1) Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1)
N/A 0.4 NA
Other
Viscosity: N/A
% Volatile (by weight) NA
10. Stability and Reactivity Data
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid)
NA
Hazardous Products Produced During Decomposition
Carbon monoxide
Hazardous Polymerization? Conditions to Avoid
掳C / 掳F Direct flame
May Occur May Not Occur
Stability? Conditions to Avoid
Stable Unstable 掳C / 掳F NA
11. Toxicological Information
Toxicity Data, Epidemiology Studies, Carcinogenicity, Neurological Effects, Genetic or Reproductive Effects, or Structure Activity Data
None
12. Ecological Information
Toxicity, Environmental Fate, Physical/Chemical Data, or Other Data Supporting Environmental Hazard Statements
NA
13. Disposal Considerations
Regulations
Waste disposal method: Handle like any dust or dirt.
Properties (Physical/Chemical) Affecting Disposal
NA
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Part Number(s):
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 55-555-55
Form WI04-11A Rev. 1
Product Name: Orthochrome Alginate Release Date: April 3, 2006
14. Transport Information
Regulated for shipping? Proper Shipping Name Packing Group
Orthochrome alginate NA
Yes No
Hazard Class Identification Number
Do changes in quantity, packaging, or shipment method change product classification?
NA NA
Yes No
Other
NA
15. Regulatory Information
Federal Regulations
NA
International Regulations
NA
Other
NA
16. Other Information
Supplier Number: 39/55 Supplier Release: January 1, 2003
N/A = not applicable. NA = not available, N/E = not established. N/D = not determined.
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