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APG Material Safety Data Sheet
Analytical Products Group, Inc. Date prepared on: 05/06/2005
2730 Washington Blvd., Belpre, OH 45714 Last revised on: 05/06/2005
740-423-4200 800-272-4442 Fax 740-423-5588
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Section I: Product Identification
CATALOG NUMBER: 14120, 2214120, 14125, 14122 PRODUCT NAME: Hexavalent Chromium in Soil
Section II - Hazardous Ingredients/Identity Information
Chemical Name CAS Reg. No. OSHA PEL (TWA) % Composition*
The maximum concentration of each compound is less
than 0.1%
Non-Hazardous Ingredients/Identity Information
Chemical Name CAS Reg. No. OSHA PEL (TWA) % Composition*
Potassium Dichromate 7778-50-9 <0.02%
Processed soil >99%
Total 100%
* Components are calculated on a weight/weight basis.
Section III - Physical/Chemical Characteristics
BOILING POINT: NA SPECIFIC GRAVITY:
VAPOR PRESSURE: NA SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Partial APPEARANCE/ODOR: Granular solid, red-brown in
color.
Section IV - Fire and Explosion Hazard Data
FLASH POINT (Method used): None available AUTO IGNITION TEMPERATURE: N/A FLAMMABLE LIMITS LEL N/A UEL
N/A
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Water, dry chemical or soda ash.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Move containers from fire area if you can do it without risk; apply cooling water to sides of containers that are exposed to
flames until well after fire is out. Use flooding amounts of water as fog, cool containers with flooding amounts of water, apply from as far a distance as possible. Avoid
breathing corrosive vapors, keep upwind.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS:
Section V - Reactivity Data
Unstable Stable Conditions to Avoid:
STABILITY:
INCOMPATIBILITY (Materials to avoid): None known
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:
HAZARDOUS May Occur Will Not Occur Conditions to Avoid: None known
POLYMERIZATION:
Section VI - Health Hazard Data
ROUTES OF Inhalation? X Skin? X Ingestion? X
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HEALTH HAZARDS (Acute and Chronic): ACUTE: Some components may be absorbed through contact with skin. The sample may cause irritation if inhaled, ingested
or absorbed through the skin. A burning sensation may occur. CHRONIC: Repeated and prolonged contact with dust can result in bronchial problems. Prolonged
skin contact results in dermatitis
COMPONENTS LISTED AS CARCINOGENS OR POTENTIAL CARCINOGENS: N/A
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE: Irritation of eyes with coughing and burning sensation on skin.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE: Individuals with bronchial symptoms and sensitive dermatitis.
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES: Seek medical assistance for treatment, observation and support if necessary. EYE CONTACT: May cause pain,
flush with water. Get immediate medical attention. SKIN CONTACT: Flush with water, get medical attention. INHALATION: Remove to fresh air, if breathing has
stopped, start artificial respiration, obtain medical assistance. INGESTION: Give large amounts of water. If vomiting persists, administer fluids repeatedly. Obtain
medical attention.
Section VII - Precautions for Safe Handling and Use
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED: Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Avoid raising a dust. Wash spill site
after material pickup is complete.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD: See above
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORAGE: Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only in a well ventilated area. Minimize dust generation and
accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool dry, well-ventilated area.
OTHER PRECAUTIONS* Analytical standard samples should never be concentrated by evaporating or heating.
Section VIII - Control Measures
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION (Please specify): Dust mask or Fume hood.
VENTILATION: Local exhaust
PROTECTIVE GLOVES: Vinyl ot latex. EYE PROTECTION: Safety glasses
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Impervious Clothing
EMERGENCY WASH FACILITIES: Maintain eye wash and quick drench showers in work area.
The information stated in this Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is believed to be correct on the date of publication and must not
be considered all conclusive. The information has been obtained only by a search of available literature and is only a guide for
handling the chemicals. Persons not specifically and properly trained should not handle this chemical or its container. This
MSDS is provided without any warranty expressed or implied, including merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose.
This product is furnished for laboratory use ONLY! Our standards may not be used as drugs, cosmetics, agricultural or pesticidal
products, food additives or as house hold chemicals.
* Various Government agencies (i.e., Department of Transportation, Occupational Safety and Health Administration,
Environmental Protection Agency, and others) may have specific regulations concerning the transportation, handling, storage or
use of this product which may not be contained herein. The customer or user of this product should be familiar with these
regulations.
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