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MSDS - Material Safety Data Sheet
Product Name: Hi-Fi Dual Purpose Latent Print Powder, White/Green
MSDS No.: DP002
I. Basic Information:
Manufacturer: Sirchie Finger Print Laboratories
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Address: 100 Hunter Place
City, ST Zip: Youngsville, NC 27596
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Emergency Contact: CHEMTREC
Emergency Telephone Number: 800-424-9300
Contact: Tech Support
Information Telephone Number: 919-554-2244
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Last Update: 01-28-2008 Expiration Date:
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Liquid Gas Solid
Chemical State:
F
Pure Mixture
Chemical Type: X
II. Ingredients:
Trade Secret
EHS IARC SARA
313 OSHA ACGIH Other
% Range NTP SUB Z PEL TLV Limits
CAS No. Chemical Name
21645512 Alumina hydrate <3 5 mg/m3 10 mg/m3
0 Lycopodium <7 NE NE
7631869 Silica, amorphous <4 80 mg/m3 10 mg/m3 3 mg/m3
13463677 Titanium dioxide 31-38 15 mg/m3 10 mg/m3 5 mg/m3
557051 Zinc stearate >14 NE 10 mg/m3 350 F
68611701 Zinc sulfide (green) 38 NE 1 mg/m3
III. Hazardous Identification:
Hazard Category:
X Acute X Chronic Fire Pressure Reactive
Hazardous Identification Information:
May be dangerous if swallowed. Respiratory and digestive tract irritant. Skin irritant. Severe eye irritant.
Zinc sulfide (green) contains less than 0.5% copper as part of its chemical structure.
This material is subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of SARA Title III and 40 CFR Part 373.
IV. First Aid Measures:
Route(s) of Entry:
Inhalation, ingestion, skin, eyes
Health Hazards (Acute and Chronic):
Chronic: Skin drying and cracking, dermatitis
Signs and Symptoms:
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MSDS - Material Safety Data Sheet
Product Name: Hi-Fi Dual Purpose Latent Print Powder, White/Green
MSDS No.: DP002
Inhalation: Cough, discomfort, difficulty breathing, shortness of breath
Ingestion: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pains
Skin: Rash, redness
Eyes: Discomfort, tearing, blurry vision, inflammation, redness, itching
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure:
Skin, eye, respiratory diseases
Emergency and First Aid Procedures:
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. If breathing becomes difficult, give oxygen (To be administered by qualified medical personnel
only!) If breathing stops, perform artificial respiration. Seek medical attention.
Ingestion: If victim is conscious and alert, give large quantities of water. (Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious
person!) Induce vomiting. Lower the head so that the vomit will not re-enter the mouth and throat. Seek medical attention.
Skin: Wash with soap and water. If irritation occurs, seek medical attention.
Eyes: Rinse with plenty of water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention. DO NOT use eye ointment.
Convulsions: Do not restrain the victim, but do remove objects with which they might injure themselves; or, orient the victim to
prevent them from striking fixed heavy objects. If the convulsions cease, turn the victim on their side or face down, so that any
fluid in the mouth can drain.
Other Health Warnings:
V. Fire Fighting Measures:
Flash Point: >350 F Lower Explosive Limit: NE Upper Explosive Limit: NE
F.P. Method:
Fire Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray or fog, foam
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing. Cool containers with water jet in order to prevent pressure
build-up, autoignition, or explosion.
Unusual Fire and Explosion:
Can pose dust explosion hazard if dispersed in air.
VI. Accidental Release Measures:
Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled:
Wear dust respirator, safety goggles, and rubber gloves. Sweep up and place in bag or vacuum up with proper filter equipped
instrument. Avoid creating dust. Ventilate and wash spill site after collecting solid. Dispose according to local, state, and federal
regulations.
VII. Handling and Storage:
Precautions to be Taken:
Keep in tightly closed container. Keep cool and dry. Protect from damage. Avoid all ignition sources (heat, open flame, spark).
Avoid incompatible materials. Ground all equipment containing material. Use only in well-ventilated areas. Avoid dust generation
and accumulation. Avoid ingesting and breathing dust. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wash thoroughly after handling.
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MSDS - Material Safety Data Sheet
Product Name: Hi-Fi Dual Purpose Latent Print Powder, White/Green
MSDS No.: DP002
Other Precautions:
VIII. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection:
Ventilation Requirements:
Use only in well-ventilated areas.
Personal Protective Equipment:
Safety goggles, gloves, dust respirator, protective clothing
IX. Physical and Chemical Properties:
Boiling Point: N/A Melting Point: N/A
Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1): NE Vapor Pressure (mm Hg.): NE
Specific Gravity (H20 = 1): 3.80000 Vapor Density (AIR = 1): NE
Solubility In Water: Insoluble Appearance and Odor: Odorless white powder
Other Information:
X. Stability and Reactivity:
Stability:
May be unstable at high temperatures in air.
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid):
Ignition sources (heat, open flame, spark), strong oxidizing agents, mineral acids
Decomposition/By Products:
Hydrogen sulfide, sulfur
Hazardous Polymerization:
Will not occur.
XI. Toxicological Information:
XII. Ecological Information:
Prevent from entering sewers or waterways. May be toxic to some aquatic life.
XIII. Disposal Considerations:
Dispose according to local, state, and federal regulations.
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MSDS - Material Safety Data Sheet
Product Name: Hi-Fi Dual Purpose Latent Print Powder, White/Green
MSDS No.: DP002
XIV. Transport Information:
Keep in tightly closed container. Keep cool and dry. Protect from damage. Avoid all ignition sources (heat, open flame, spark).
Avoid incompatible materials. Ground all equipment containing material. Avoid dust generation and accumulation. Avoid ingesting
and breathing dust. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wash thoroughly after handling.
XV. Regulatory Information:
Alumina hydrate, titanium dioxide, and silica, amorphous, are listed on the TSCA inventory.
Lycopodium is hazardous by definition of OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
This material is subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of SARA Title III and 40 CFR Part 373.
XVI. Other Information:
Using this product under normal, properly instructed procedures should not be hazardous.
The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best information currently available to us. However, we make
no warranty of merchantability or any other warranty, expressed or implied, with respect to such information, and we assume no
liability resulting from its use. Users should make their own investigation to determine the suitability of the information for their
particular purposes.
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