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APG Material Safety Data Sheet
Analytical Products Group, Inc. Date prepared on: 08/31/00
2730 Washington Blvd., Belpre, OH 45714 Last revised on: 6/3/03
614-423-4200 800-272-4442 Fax 614-423-5588
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Section I: Product Identification
CATALOG NUMBER: 183005, 183180, 183181, 183182, PRODUCT NAME: pH Buffer 4
17-209-8304
Section II - Hazardous Ingredients/Identity Information
Chemical Name CAS Reg. No. OSHA PEL (TWA) % Composition*
Potassium Hydrogen Phthalate 877-24-7 None Listed <1%
Non-Hazardous Ingredients/Identity Information
Chemical Name CAS Reg. No. OSHA PEL (TWA) % Composition*
Water 7732-18-5 >99%
* components are calculated on a weight/weight basis.
Section III - Physical/Chemical Characteristics of Hazardous Ingredients
BOILING POINT: N/A SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 1.64
VAPOR PRESSURE: Negligable SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Soluble APPEARANCE/ODOR: White, solid adhering
crystals
BOILING POINT: SPECIFIC GRAVITY:
VAPOR PRESSURE: SOLUBILITY IN WATER: APPEARANCE/ODOR:
Section IV - Fire and Explosion Hazard Data
FLASH POINT (Method used): N/A AUTO IGNITION TEMPERATURE: N/A FLAMMABLE LIMITS LEL N/A UEL N/A
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: In case of fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol resistant foam.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing aparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and
full protective gear. Dusts may be combustible when exposed to heat, flame, or oxidizing agents.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: N/A
Section V - Reactivity Data
Unstable Stable Conditions to Avoid: Incompatible materials.
STABILITY:
INCOMPATIBILITY (Materials to avoid): Strong oxidizing agents; Nitric Acid.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Carbon Monoxide, Carbon Dioxide, oxides of Potassium, Potassium fume.
HAZARDOUS May Occur Will Not Occur Conditions to Avoid: N/A
POLYMERIZATION:
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Section VI - Health Hazard Data
ROUTES OF Inhalation? Yes Skin? Yes Ingestion? Yes
HEALTH HAZARDS (Acute and Chronic): Acute: EYE - May cause eye irritation. Low hazard for normal industrial use. SKIN - May cause skin irritation. Low hazard for
usual industrial handling. INGESTION - May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomitting, and diarrhea. INHALATION - If heated, dust or fume may cause
respiratory tract irritation. Chronic: No information found.
COMPONENTS LISTED AS CARCINOGENS OR POTENTIAL CARCINOGENS: None listed.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE: None known.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE: None known.
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES: Eyes: Immediately flush eyes with water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids. Get
medical aid. Skin: Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water. Ingestion: If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls
of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. Inhalation: Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not
breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Section VII - Precautions for Safe Handling and Use
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED: Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD: Dispose of in a manner consistan with federal, state, and local regulations.
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORAGE: Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with
adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Store in a cool dry place.
OTHER PRECAUTIONS* N/A
Section VIII - Control Measures
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION (Please specify): Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134. Always use a NIOSH approved respirator when
necessary.
VENTILATION: Local exhaust.
PROTECTIVE GLOVES: EYE PROTECTION: Wear safety glasses if splashing is possible.
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: N/A
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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