MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 01560 Pg. 1
Issued: 11/19/07
1. Chemical Product and Contact Information
Glycine
Product Name: Part Number:
502-211
LECO Corporation
3000 Lakeview
St. Joseph, Michigan 49085
Information: 269-983-5531
Chemtrec: 800-424-9300
(Chemtrec Int'l: 703-527-3887)
2. Composition/Information on Ingredients
OSHA ACGIH Typical %
Component CAS No. PEL (mg/m 3) TLV (mg/m3) by Weight
Glycine 56-40-6 Not given Not given > 99
3. Hazard Identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
No unusual spill hazard, minor fire hazard from fumes; minor irritant. White crystalline powder.
Potential Health Effects
EYES: Not available.
SKIN: May cause irritation.
INHALATION: May cause irritation.
INGESTION: May cause irritation.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED: Not available.
CHRONIC OVEREXPOSURE: Not available.
ACUTE OVEREXPOSURE: Not available.
CARCINOGENICITY: Not available.
P/N: 502-211
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4. First Aid Measures
EYES: Flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes.
SKIN: Immediately wash skin with soap and copious amounts of water.
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air.
INGESTION: Not available.
5. Fire Fighting Measures
FLAMMABLE PROPERTIES: Non-flammable.
Flash Point: None. Method Used: Not applicable.
Flammable Limits (% by Volume in Air):
Lower: None. Upper: None.
AUTO-IGNITION TEMPERATURE: Not applicable.
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS: Toxic fumes.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder or appropriate
foam.
FIREFIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective
clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
6. Accidental Release Measures
SMALL/LARGE SPILL: Wear respirator, chemical safety goggles, rubber boots and heavy rubber
gloves. Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Avoid raising dust. Ventilate
area and wash spill site after material pickup is completed.
7. Handling and Storage
HANDLING: Avoid breathing dust. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Wash thoroughly
after handling. Keep container closed.
STORAGE: Keep container closed. Store in a cool, dry place.
8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Mechanical exhaust required.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Not available.
SKIN AND HAND PROTECTION: Compatible chemical-resistant gloves.
EYE AND FACE PROTECTION: Chemical safety goggles.
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Safety shower and eye bath.
P/N: 502-211
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9. Physical and Chemical Properties
APPEARANCE: White crystalline powder.
BOILING POINT: Not available.
FREEZE-MELT POINT: 464掳 F. (240掳 C.)
VAPOR PRESSURE (mm): Not available.
VAPOR DENSITY (air = 1): Not available.
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Not available.
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: Not available.
pH: Not available.
ODOR: Not available.
PERCENT VOLATILES: Not available.
EVAPORATION RATE (Butyl Acetate = 1): Not available.
10. Stability and Reactivity
CHEMICAL STABILITY (CONDITIONS TO AVOID): Stable.
INCOMPATIBILITY: Strong oxidizing agents.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen
oxides.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: None.
11. Toxicological Information
None reported.
12. Ecological Information
Not available.
13. Disposal Consideration
Recycle or dispose of in accordance with federal, state & local regulations.
14. Transportation Information
U.S.A. DOT: Not regulated.
P/N: 502-211
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15. Regulatory Information
U.S. FEDERAL REGULATIONS:
TSCA STATUS: On Toxic Substance Control Inventory.
CERCLA REPORTABLE QUANTITY: None.
SARA TITLE III:
Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances: None.
Section 313 Toxic Chemicals: None.
RCRA STATUS: Not regulated
CANADIAN REGULATIONS:
WHMIS: Not regulated
16. Other Information
Prepared By:
Jason Whitt
Information herein is given in good faith as authoritative and valid; however, no warranty, expressed
or implied can be made.
P/N: 502-211
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