Material Safety Data Sheet chemusa
Section I. Chemical Product and Company Identification
DARVAN庐 811
Product Name/ 14255
Code
Trade Name
9003-04-7
CAS#
Supplier R.T. VANDERBILT COMPANY, INC.
Call: (203) 853-1400
In Case of
30 WINFIELD STREET Emergency
NORWALK, CT 06855
Sodium polyacrylate in an aqueous solution.
Synonym
2-propenoic acid, homopolymer, sodium salt
Chemical name
Not available.
Chemical Family
Chemical Formula Not applicable.
Industrial applications: Dispersing agent.
Material Uses
TSCA 8(b) inventory: DARVAN庐 811
TSCA Status
Section II. Composition and Information on Ingredients
Name CAS # % by Weight
sodium polyacrylate 9003-04-7 40-45
water 7732-18-5 55-60
Section III. Hazards Identification
Amber liquid. May cause eye and skin irritation based on testing of similar materials. As with any material for
Emergency Overview
which toxicological data is limited or does not exist, avoid repeated or prolonged exposure
Section IV. First Aid Measures
Check for and remove any contact lenses. Flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally
Eye Contact
lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Cold water may be used. Do not use an eye ointment. Seek medical
attention.
After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water. Gently and thoroughly wash the contaminated
Skin Contact
skin with running water and non-abrasive soap. Be particularly careful to clean folds, crevices, creases and
groin. Cold water may be used. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. If irritation persists, seek medical
attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reusing.
Allow the victim to rest in a well ventilated area. Seek immediate medical attention
Inhalation
Do not induce vomiting. Immediately give two glasses of water, a little at a time. Never give anything by
Ingestion
mouth to an unconscious person. Call a physician. If vomiting occurs spontaneously, lower head below waist
to prevent fluid from entering the lungs.
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Section V. Fire and Explosion Data
Not available.
Flammability of the Product
Not available.
Autoignition Temperature
CLOSED CUP: >93掳C (199.4掳F). (Pensky-Martens.)
Flash Point
Not available.
Flammable Limits
These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2). Some metallic oxides.
Products of Combustion
Explosion Hazards in Presence Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
of Various Substances
SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
Fire Fighting Media
LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.
and Instructions
Not available.
Special Remarks on Fire
Hazards
Special Remarks on Explosion Not available.
Hazards
Section VI. Accidental Release Measures
Dilute with water and mop up, or absorb with an inert dry material and place in an appropriate waste disposal
Small Spill
container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local
and regional authority requirements.
Absorb with DRY earth, sand or other non-combustible material. Use appropriate instruments to put the
Large Spill
spilled material in a waste disposal. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and
dispose of according to local and regional authority requirements. Prevent water from entering drinking water
supplies or streams.
Section VII. Handling and Storage
Keep container dry. Keep in a cool place. Ground all equipment containing material. Keep container tightly
Storage
closed. Keep in a cool, well-ventilated place. Combustible materials should be stored away from extreme
heat and away from strong oxidizing agents.
Avoid contact with eyes Avoid contact with skin and clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling
Handling Procedures and
Equipment
Section VIII. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapors below
Engineering Controls
their respective threshold limit value. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are proximal to the
work-station location.
Splash goggles. Lab coat. Gloves.
Personal Protection
Not available.
TLV / PEL
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Section IX. Physical and Chemical Properties
Light Amber. Liquid.
Appearance
Not applicable.
Molecular Weight
7-8
pH (1% soln/water)
100掳C (212掳F)
Boiling/Condensation Point
May start to solidify at 0掳C (32掳F) based on data for: water.
Melting Point
1.3 (Water = 1)
Specific Gravity
1.3 Mg/m鲁 at 25掳C (77掳F)
Density
Not available.
Vapor Pressure
Not available.
Vapor Density
57% (v/v).
Volatility
Not available.
Odor
>1
Evaporation Rate
200 cPs
Viscosity
The product is much more soluble in water.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.
Easily soluble in methanol, acetone.
Solubility
Soluble in cold water.
Very slightly soluble in diethyl ether.
Insoluble in n-octanol.
Section X. Stability and Reactivity Data
The product is stable.
Stability
Not available.
Instability Temperature
Not available.
Conditions of Instability
Reactive with oxidizing agents.
Incompatibility with Various
Substances
Not available.
Corrosivity
Special Remarks on Reactivity Not available.
Section XI. Toxicological Information
Absorbed through skin. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion
Routes of Entry
LD50: Not available.
Toxicity to Animals
LC50: Not available.
Special Remarks on Toxicity to Not available.
Animals
Acute Effects
No data available. Product may cause irritation based on testing of similar materials.
Eye Contact
No data available. Product may cause irritation based on testing of similar materials.
Skin Contact
No data available.
Sensitization
No data available.
Ingestion
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No data available.
Inhalation
To the best of our knowledge, the toxicological properties of this substance have not been thoroughly
Remarks
investigated.
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS Not available.
:
Chronic Effects on
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS Not available.
:
Humans
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY Not available.
:
REPRODUCTIVE TOXICITY Not available.
:
To the best of our knowledge, the toxicological properties of this product have not been thoroughly
Remarks
investigated. As with any material for which toxicological data is limited or does not exist, avoid repeated or
prolonged exposure.
Section XII. Ecological Information
Not available.
Ecotoxicity
Not available.
BOD and COD
Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products
Products of Biodegradation
may arise.
Not available.
Biodegradability
Not available.
Special Remarks on the
Products of Biodegradation
Section XIII. Disposal Considerations
Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental control regulations.
Waste Information
Not available.
Waste Stream
Section XIV. Transport Information
Not a DOT controlled material (United States).
DOT
Not applicable.
Remarks
Not available.
Maritime transportation
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Section XV. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms
Not controlled under the HCS (United States).
Classification HCS (USA)
TSCA 8(b) inventory: DARVAN庐 811
Federal and State
Regulations
Not applicable.
Remarks
National Fire Protection
Hazardous Material Flammability
1
2
Health Hazard
Association (U.S.A.)
Information System
1 2 0
Fire Hazard
(U.S.A.) Reactivity
Health
0
Reactivity
Specific hazard
h
Personal Protection
Other regulatory EINECS: Exempt polymer.
specifications
CEPA DSL: DARVAN庐 811
Australia: DARVAN庐 811
Japan (MITI): DARVAN庐 811
Korea: DARVAN庐 811
Philippines: DARVAN庐 811
China: DARVAN庐 811
Protective Clothing
(Pictograms)
Section XVI. Other Information
Not available.
References
Not available.
Other Special
Considerations
Validated by Erin A. Bendig on 8/8/2003. Verified by Erin A. Bendig.
Previous Validation Date: No Previous Validation. Printed 8/8/2003.
Information Contact David Bower, Ph.D. (203) 853-1400 ext. 233
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