World Headquarters
Hach Company
P.O.Box 389 MSDS No: M00349
Loveland, CO USA 80539
(970) 669-3050
Material Safety Data Sheet
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1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product Name: Phenol Red Indicator Solution
Catalog Number: 21132
Hach Company Emergency Telephone Numbers:
P.O.Box 389 (Medical and Transportation)
Loveland, CO USA 80539 (303) 623-5716 24 Hour Service
(970) 669-3050 (515)232-2533 8am - 4pm CST
MSDS Number: M00349
Chemical Name: Not applicable
CAS No.: Not applicable
Chemical Formula: Not applicable
Chemical Family: Not applicable
Hazard: Practically non-toxic.
Date of MSDS Preparation:
Day: 3
Month: 05
Year: 2002
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2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Propylene Glycol
CAS No.: 57556
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TSCA CAS Number: 57-55-6
Percent Range: 30.0 - 40.0
Percent Range Units: volume / volume
LD50: Oral rat LD50 = 20 g/kg
LC50: None reported
TLV: Not established
PEL: Not established
Hazard: No effects anticipated.
Demineralized Water
CAS No.: 7732185
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TSCA CAS Number: 7732-18-5
Percent Range: 55.0 - 65.0
Percent Range Units: volume / volume
LD50: None reported
LC50: None reported
TLV: Not established
PEL: Not established
Hazard: No effects anticipated.
Other components, each
CAS No.: Not applicable
TSCA CAS Number: Not applicable
Percent Range: < 1.0
Percent Range Units: weight / volume
LD50: Not applicable
LC50: Not applicable
TLV: Not established
PEL: Not established
Hazard: Any ingredient(s) of this product listed as "Other component(s)" is not considered a health hazard to the user of
this product.
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3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Emergency Overview:
Appearance: Clear, red liquid
Odor: None
HMIS:
Health: 1
Flammability: 0
Reactivity: 0
Protective Equipment: X - See protective equipment, Section 8.
NFPA:
Health: 1
Flammability: 0
Reactivity: 0
Symbol: Not applicable
Potential Health Effects:
Eye Contact: May cause irritation
Skin Contact: No effects are anticipated
Skin Absorption: No effects anticipated
Target Organs: Not applicable
Ingestion: Practically non-toxic Very large doses may cause: central nervous system depression kidney damage rapid
pulse and respirations convulsions
Target Organs: Not applicable
Inhalation: No effects anticipated
Target Organs: Not applicable
Medical Conditions Aggravated: None reported
Chronic Effects: None reported
Cancer / Reproductive Toxicity Information:
This product does NOT contain any OSHA listed carcinogens.
This product does NOT contain any IARC listed chemicals.
This product does NOT contain any NTP listed chemicals.
Additional Cancer / Reproductive Toxicity Information: None reported
Toxicologically Synergistic Products: None reported
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4. FIRST AID
Eye Contact: Flush eyes with water. Call physician if irritation develops.
Skin Contact (First Aid): Wash skin with soap and plenty of water.
Ingestion (First Aid): Give large quantities of water. Call physician immediately.
Inhalation: None required.
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5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flammable Properties: Can burn in fire, releasing toxic vapors.
Flash Point: Not applicable
Method: Not applicable
Flammability Limits:
Lower Explosion Limits: Not applicable
Upper Explosion Limits: Not applicable
Autoignition Temperature: Not determined
Hazardous Combustion Products: Toxic fumes of: carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Fire / Explosion Hazards: None reported
Static Discharge: None reported.
Mechanical Impact: None reported
Extinguishing Media: Water. Carbon dioxide Dry chemical.
Fire Fighting Instruction: As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand and full protective
gear.
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6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Spill Response Notice:
Only persons properly qualified to respond to an emergency involving hazardous substances may respond to a spill
according to federal regulations (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120(a)(v)) and per your company's emergency response plan and
guidelines/procedures. See Section 13, Special Instructions for disposal assistance.
Containment Technique: Stop spilled material from being released to the environment.
Clean-up Technique: Absorb spilled liquid with non-reactive sorbent material. Sweep up material. Placematerial in a
plastic bag. Mark bag 'Non-hazardous trash', and dispose of as normal refuse. Decontaminate the area of the spill with a
soap solution.
Evacuation Procedure: Evacuate as needed to perform spill clean-up. If conditions warrant, increase the size of the
evacuation.
Special Instructions (for accidental release): Not applicable
304 EHS RQ (40 CFR 355): Not applicable
D.O.T. Emergency Response Guide Number: None
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7. HANDLING / STORAGE
Handling: Avoid contact with eyes Wash thoroughly after handling. Maintain general industrial hygiene practices when
using this product.
Storage: Keep container tightly closed when not in use.
Flammability Class: Not applicable
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8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Engineering Controls: Maintain general industrial hygiene practices when using this product.
Personal Protective Equipment:
Eye Protection: safety glasses with top and side shields
Skin Protection: disposable latex gloves lab coat
Inhalation Protection: adequate ventilation
Precautionary Measures: Avoid contact with: eyes Wash thoroughly after handling.
TLV: Not established
PEL: Not established
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9. PHYSICAL / CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance: Clear, red liquid
Physical State: Liquid
Molecular Weight: Not applicable
Odor: None
pH: Not determined
Vapor Pressure: Not determined
Vapor Density (air = 1): Not determined
Boiling Point: 140掳 C
Melting Point: Not determined
Specific Gravity (water = 1): Not determined
Evaporation Rate (water = 1): Not determined
Volatile Organic Compounds Content: Not applicable
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol / water): Not applicable
Solubility:
Water: Soluble
Acid: Not determined
Other: Not determined
Metal Corrosivity:
Steel: Not determined
Aluminum: Not determined
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10. STABILITY / REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability: Stable when stored under proper conditions.
Conditions to Avoid: Heat Evaporation
Reactivity / Incompatibility: None reported
Hazardous Decomposition: Toxic fumes of: carbon dioxide carbon monoxide
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
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11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Product Toxicological Data:
LD50: None reported
LC50: None reported
Dermal Toxicity Data: None reported
Skin and Eye Irritation Data: None reported
Mutation Data: Propylene Glycol: Cytogenetic analysis, DNA inhibition mouse- subcutaneous - 8000 mg/kg
Reproductive Effects Data: None reported
Ingredient Toxicological Data: Propylene Glycol: Oral rat LD50 = 20 g/kg
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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Product Ecological Information: No information available for this product.
Ingredient Ecological Information: None reported
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13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
EPA Waste ID Number: None
Special Instructions (Disposal): Dilute to 3 to 5 times the volume with cold water. Open cold water tap completely,
slowly pour the material to the drain. Allow cold water to run for 5 minutes to completely flush the ystem.
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Empty Containers: Rinse three times with an appropriate solvent. Dispose of empty container as normal trash.
NOTICE (Disposal): These disposal guidelines are based on federal regulations and may be superseded by more stringent
state or local requirements. Please consult your local environmental regulators for more information.
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14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
D.O.T.:
D.O.T. Proper Shipping Name: Not Currently Regulated
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DOT Hazard Class: NA
DOT Subsidiary Risk: NA
DOT ID Number: NA
DOT Packing Group: NA
I.C.A.O.:
I.C.A.O. Proper Shipping Name: Not Currently Regulated
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ICAO Hazard Class: NA
ICAO Subsidiary Risk: NA
ICAO ID Number: NA
ICAO Packing Group: NA
I.M.O.:
I.M.O. Proper Shipping Name: Not Currently Regulated
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I.M.O. Hazard Class: NA
I.M.O. Subsidiary Risk: NA
I.M.O. ID Number: NA
I.M.O. Packing Group: NA
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15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
U.S. Federal Regulations:
O.S.H.A.: This product meets the criteria for a hazardous substance as defined in the Hazard Communication Standard.
(29 CFR 1910.1200)
E.P.A.:
S.A.R.A. Title III Section 311/312 Categorization (40 CFR 370): Immediate (Acute) Health Hazard
S.A.R.A. Title III Section 313 (40 CFR 372): This product does NOT contain any chemical subject to the reporting
requirements of Section 313 of Title III of SARA.
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302 (EHS) TPQ (40 CFR 355): Not applicable
304 CERCLA RQ (40 CFR 302.4): Not applicable
304 EHS RQ (40 CFR 355): Not applicable
Clean Water Act (40 CFR 116.4): Not applicable
RCRA: Contains no RCRA regulated substances.
C.P.S.C.: Not applicable
State Regulations:
California Prop. 65: No Prop. 65 listed chemicals are present in this product.
Identification of Prop. 65 Ingredient(s): None
Trade Secret Registry: Not applicable
National Inventories:
U.S. Inventory Status: All ingredients in this product are listed on the TSCA 8(b) Inventory (40 CFR 710).
TSCA CAS Number: Not applicable
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16. OTHER INFORMATION
Intended Use: Indicator for pH
References: 29 CFR 1900 - 1910 (Code of Federal Regulations - Labor). Air Contaminants, Federal Register, Vol. 54,
No. 12. Thursday, January 19, 1989. pp. 2332-2983. TLV's Threshold Limit Values and Biological Exposure Indices for
1992-1993. American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists, 1992. Technical Judgment. In -house
information. Fire Protection Guide on Hazardous Materials, 10th Ed. Quincy, MA: National Fire Protection Fire
Protection Guide on Hazardous Materials, 10th Ed. Quincy, MA: Na tional Fire Protection Association, 1991.
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Legend:
NA - Not Applicable w/w - weight/weight
ND - Not Determined w/v - weight/volume
NV - Not Available v/v - volume/volume
USER RESPONSIBILITY: Each user should read and understand this information and incorporate it in individual site safety
programs in accordance with applicable hazard communication standards and regulations.
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IS BASED ON DATA CONSIDERED TO BE ACCURATE.
HOWEVER, NO WARRANTY IS EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED REGARDING THE ACCURACY OF THESE DATA
OR THE RESULTS TO BE OBTAINED FROM THE USE THEREOF.
HACH COMPANY 漏2002
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