MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. Identification of the substances or preparation and of the company
1.1 Identification of the preparation:
Red Stain Remover Solution A
1.2 Company identification:
Chemical Specialties Manufacturing Corporation
901 North Newkirk Street
Baltimore, MD 21205
Tel: 410 675-4800
Fax: 410 675-0038
1.3 Emergency telephone number, official advisory bodies:
1.3.1 For medical emergency call Chemtrec at 703 527-3887
2. Composition/Information on ingredients
2.1 Chemical description:
2.2 Hazardous ingredients:
Ammonium hydroxide
3. Hazards identification
3.1 To man: May cause eye and skin irritation. Ingestion may irritaion of
digestive tract, nausea and diarrhea.
3.2 To the environment: None known.
First aid measures
4.
4.1 Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. If symptoms persist consult physician.
4.2 Eye contact: Flush with water for at least 15 minutes.
4.3 Skin contact: Thoroughly wash exposed skin with soap and water.
4.4 Ingestion: Drink water. Consult physician.
4.5 Special: Treatment based on judgment of attending physician.
5. Fire-fighting measures
5.1 Suitable extinguishing media: Water, Carbon dioxide, foam.
5.2 Extinguishing media which must not be used: None known.
5.3 Special exposure hazards: Possibly ammonia gas and nitrogen oxides.
5.4 Special protection equipment for fire-fighters: Self-contained positive
pressure breathing apparatus and protective clothing.
6. Accidental release measures
6.1 Personal precautions: Prevent eye and skin contact.
6.2 Environmental precautions: Dispose of according to local regulations.
6.3 Methods of cleaning up: Soak up spill with absorbent material and
dispose of according to local regulations.
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7. Handling and storage
7.1 Handling: Prevent eye and skin contact.
7.2 Storage: Keep container tightly closed to avoid
contamination..
7.2.2 Incompatible storage: None known.
7.2.3 Other: None known.
8. Exposure controls/personal protection
Please use common sense when handling this product.
8.1 Respiratory protection: Use local exhaust or dilution ventilation.
8.2 Hand protection: Gloves recommended.
8.3 Eye protection: Safety glasses recommended
8.4 Skin protection: Use body covered clothing.
8.5 Working hygiene: Take usual precautions when handling
Physical and chemical properties
9.
9.1.1 Appearance: Clear colorless liquid.
9.1.2 Odor: Pungent.
9.2 pH (as used): 12.0-13.0
9.3 Boiling point/Boiling range: n. ap.
9.4 Specific Gravity: 0.96-0.97
9.5 Wt/Gal: 8.3 lbs.
9.6 Flash point: > 200 deg F.
9.7 Inflammation: n. av.
10. Stability and reactivity
10.1 Conditions to avoid: None known.
10.2 Materials to avoid: Strong oxidizing agents, strong
acids, halogens and sodium
hydroxide.
10.3 Hazardous decomposition of materials: See point 5.3.
11. Toxicological information
11.1 Acute toxicity: n. av.
11.2 Acute oral toxicity: LD50 rat: > 350 mg/kg
11.3 Inhalation: LC50 Mice: > 4230 ppm
11.4 Sensitization: n. av.
11.5 Carcinogenicity: n. ap.
11.6 Mutagenicity: n. av.
11.7 Reproductive toxicity: n. av.
11.8 Narcotic effects: n. av.
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12. Ecological information
12.1 Water-Hazard class: None(U.S.)
12.2 Biodegradability: Biodegradable.
12.3 Bio-accumulation: n. av.
12.4 Aquatic toxicity: n. av.
12.5 Other relevant ecological information: Small quantities considered to be
harmless.
13. Disposal
13.1 Refer to local regulations.
14. Transport information
Not regulated per D.O.T (U.S.)
15. Regulations
15.1 Symbol: Harmful
15.2 R-Sentences: R36, R37, R38
15.3 S-Sentences: S2, S7, S13, S20, S24, S25, S26, S28, S29, S37, S39,
S45, S46
16. Other Information
DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY
The manufacturer and seller warrants that this product conforms to its standard
specifications when used according to directions. As the conditions or methods of use
are beyond our control, we do not assume any responsibility and expressly disclaim any
liability for use of this product. Information contained herein is believed to be true and
accurate but all statements or suggestions are made without any warranty, expressed or
implied, regarding accuracy of the information, the hazards connected with the use of the
material and the results to be obtained from the use thereof.
n.ap = not applicable
n.av = not available
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