MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
LaMOTTE COMPANY
PO BOX 329 - CHESTERTOWN - MARYLAND - 21620
TELEPHONE # FOR INFORMATION 410-778-3100
24 Hour Emergency Number (CHEM-TEL) 800-255-3924
1. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Code Nr. 5146
Nitrate Reagent 1
2. HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
NAME CAS # TSCA # % PEL TLV
Sodium Bisulfate Monohydrate 10034-88-5 25 N/E N/E
^ Ammonium Sulfate 7783-20-2 8 N/E N/E
3. NON-HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS EXCEPT WATER (7732-18-5)
NAME CAS # %
Cresol Red 1733-12-6 <0.1
Water to 100%
4. PHYSICAL DATA
Appearance: Clear Pink Liquid
Solubility in Water: Soluble Odor: None Boiling Point: Unknown Melt. Point: N/A
Vapor Pressure: Unknown Vapor Density: Unknown pH: <1
5. FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
Flash Point (method used) N/A Flammable Limit: LEL: N/A UEL: N/A
Extinguishing Media: Not a fire hazard
HMIS Hazard:Health - 1 Flammability - 0 Reactivity - 1 Scale: 4 = Extreme, 3 = High, 2 = Moderate, 1 = Slight, 0 = Least
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:
N/A
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazard:
Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions. Can react with metals to form hydrogen, or with bleaches to form chlorine gas.
6. REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Conditions to avoid: Heat
Incompatibility (Materials to avoid):
Stable
Strong alkalies, oxidizers, aqueous hypochorites (bleach)
Unstable
Hazardous Decomposition Products: ammonia, NOx, SOx, hydrogen gas
7. HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Toxicity: orl rat LD50: 2490 mg/kg for sodium bisulfate solid
Primary Route of Entry: Skin Carcinogenicity:
Inhalation None NTP
Ingestion N/ A OSHA IARC
Other Health Related Comments:
Target Organs: N/A
Signs and symptoms of exposure:
Corrosive. Irritating to eyes, skin, nose, throat and respiratory system. Harmful if swallowed.
Medical Condition Aggravated by Exposure: N/A
8. EMERGENCY FIRST AID PROCEDURES
Eye Contact: Immediately flush with water for 15 minutes. Consult a physician.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Rinse out mouth. Drink plenty of water. Consult physician immediately.
Inhalation:
Remove to fresh air.
Skin Contact:
Immediately flush with water for 15 minutes while removing affected clothing. Wash skin with soap and water.
9. SPILL AND DISPOSAL PROCEDURES
Spill and Leak:
Cover contaminated area with sodium bicarbonate. Scoop up neutralized slurry and flush to drain with excess water.
Disposal:
Add slowly to a solution of soda ash and slaked lime. Pour neutralized solution down drain with excess water. Dispose according to federal, state and local
regulations.
10. PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES
In Handling: Gloves Eye Protection N/A Other: Lab Coat
Ventilation Normal Mechanical Respiratory Protection
Work/Hygienic Practices: Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing.
11. SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Store away from alkalies.
3/21/97 The above information is believed to be correct but does not claim to be all inclusive and should be used only as a guide.
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^ This is a toxic chemical subject to reporting requirements of section 313 of EPCRA and 40CFR372.
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