Material Safety Data Sheet
1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Identification
Product Name: SODIUM TRIMETAPHOSPHATE ANHYDROUS
Reference Number: AST10055
Date: April 21, 2006
Use of the substance or preparation
Water treatment, Mold Release Agent, Food Ingredient, Cleaning Ingredient
Company/Undertaking Identification
ICL PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS LP
622 Emerson Road - Suite 500
St. Louis, Missouri 63141
Emergency telephone
In USA call CHEMTREC: 1 800 424 9300
In Canada call CANUTEC: 1 613 996 6666
General Information: +1 800 244 6169 (Worldwide)
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Composition
Substance CAS No. %w/w EINECS No. Risk Phrase
Sodium Trimetaphosphate Anhydrous 7785-84-4 232-088-3 None
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification of the substance/preparation
EC Classification None
Safety Phrase None
Human Health Effects
Likely Routes of Exposure: Skin contact and inhalation
EYE CONTACT: No more than slightly irritating based on toxicity studies. The dry powder may
cause foreign body irritation in some individuals.
SKIN CONTACT: No more than or slightly irritating based on toxicity studies. Prolonged contact
with the dry powder may cause drying or chapping of the skin.
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INHALATION: Inhalation of the dust may cause coughing and sneezing.
INGESTION: Not toxic if swallowed based on toxicity studies. No significant adverse health
effects are expected if only small amounts (less than a mouthful) are swallowed.
Refer to Section 11 for toxicological information.
Environmental Effects
This material is not expected to product any significant adverse environmental effects when
recommended use instructions are followed.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
General
Treatment is symptomatic and supportive.
Eye contact
Immediate first aid is not likely to be required. However, this material can be removed with water.
Remove material from eyes, skin and clothing. Wash heavily contaminated clothing before
reuse.
Skin contact
Immediate first aid is not likely to be required. However, this material can be removed with water.
Remove material from eyes, skin and clothing. Wash heavily contaminated clothing before
reuse.
Inhalation
Immediate first aid is not likely to be required. However, if symptoms occur, remove to fresh air.
Ingestion
Immediate first aid is not likely to be required. A physician or Poison Control Center can be
contacted for advice.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing media
Non-combustible
No special requirement.
To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam
Unsuitable extinguishable media
Non-combustible
No special requirement.
Exposure hazards
No special considerations.
Protective equipment
As a general precaution, firefighters and others exposed, wear self-contained breathing
apparatus.
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6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions
Avoid unnecessary exposure and remove all material from eyes, skin and clothing.
Environmental precautions
Small quantities: See below
Large quantities: See below
Method for cleaning up
In case of spill, sweep, scoop or vacuum and remove. Flush residual spill area with water.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling:
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practices. These practices include
avoiding unnecessary exposure and removal of material from eyes, skin, and clothing.
Engineering measures
Provide natural or mechanical ventilation to minimize exposure. The use of local mechanical
exhaust ventilation is preferred at sources of air contamination such as open process equipment.
Consult National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standard 91 for design of exhaust systems.
Storage
Store in cool, dry place to maintain product performance. Product is very hygroscopic and should
be stored in a dry area in poly or vapor barrier bags to prevent moisture pickup and caking.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Occupational Exposure limit
ACGIH TLV 10 mg/m3 (inhalable) 8-hr TWA, 3 mg/m3 (respirable) 8-hr TWA
OSHA PEL 15 mg/m3 (total dust) 8-hr TWA, 5 mg/m3 (respirable) 8-hr TWA
OSHA and ACGIH have not established specific exposure limits for this material. However,
OSHA and ACGIH have established limits for particulates not otherwise regulated (PNOR) and
particulates not otherwise classified (PNOC) which are the least stringent exposure limits
applicable to dusts.
Components referred to herein may be regulated by specific Canadian provincial legislation.
Please refer to exposure limits legislated for the province in which the substance will be used.
Respiratory protection
Avoid breathing dust. Use NIOSH/MSHA approved respiratory protection equipment when
airborne exposure limits are exceeded. Consult the respirator manufacturer to determine
appropriate type equipment for a given application. Observe respirator use limitations specified
by NIOSH/MSHA or the manufacturer. Respiratory protection programs must comply with 29
C.F.R. 1910.134 and or European Standard EN149.
Hand/Skin protection
Although this product does not present a significant skin concern, minimize skin contamination by
following good industrial practice. Wearing protective gloves is recommended. Wash hands and
contaminated skin thoroughly after handling.
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Eye protection
This product does not cause significant eye irritation or eye toxicity requiring special protection.
Use good industrial practice to avoid eye contact.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
General Information
Chemical Formula: Na3(PO3)3
Form: Fine, crystalline powder
Color: White
Odor: Odorless
Important health, safety and environmental information
pH: 6.0 - 8.0 (as a 1% solution @ 25 degrees C)
Melting Point: Begins to melt incongruently at 420 degrees C; completely
melted 625 degrees C
Bulk Density: 64 - 70 ( lbs./cu. ft.)
Solubility in Water: 20 (g/100g H20) @ 25 degrees C
NOTE: These physical data are typical values based on material tested but may vary from
sample to sample. Typical values should not be construed as a guaranteed analysis of any
specific lot or as specifications for the product.
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Product is stable under normal conditions of storage and handling.
Conditions to avoid
None known.
Materials to avoid
None known.
Hazardous decomposition
None known.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Laboratory data
The dry powder may cause foreign body irritation in some individuals. Prolonged contact with the
dry powder may cause drying or chapping of the skin. Excessive inhalation of dust may be
annoying and can mechanically impede respiration.
Data from ICL Performance Products LP single-dose (acute) animal studies with this material are
given below:
Oral - rat LD50: > 10,600 mg/kg; practically nontoxic
Eye Irritation - rabbit: 8.3/110.0; slightly irritating
Skin Irritation - rabbit (24-hr exp.): 0.0/8.0; practically nonirritating
Rats fed this material in their diet for one month showed decreased growth, increased kidney-to-
body weights and slight kidney changes. Rats fed this material for two years also showed
decreased weight gain, as well as blood changes and increased mortality. No increase in tumors
was reported. No adverse effects in reproductive capacity were reported in a multigeneration
study using rats fed this material.
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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Environmental toxicity
ICL Performance Products LP has not conducted environmental toxicity studies with this product.
Environmental fate
ICL Performance Products LP has not conducted biodegradation studies with this product since
when dissolved / hydrolyzed in water it yields completely mineralized materials.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
European waste catalog number
Unknown
Disposal Considerations
This material when discarded is not a hazardous waste as that term is defined by the Resource,
Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), 40 CFR 261. Dry material may be landfilled or recycled
in accordance with local, state and federal regulations. Consult your attorney or appropriate
regulatory officials for information on such disposal.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
The data provided in this section is for information only. Please apply the appropriate regulations
to properly classify your shipment for transportation.
Road/Rail, Sea and Air
IMDG/UN Not regulated.
ICAO/IATA Not regulated.
RID/ADR Not regulated.
Canadian TDG Not regulated.
US DOT Not regulated.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
EC Label
Hazard symbol: none
Chemical Inventory
USA TSCA: Listed
Canada DSL: Listed
EC: Listed
Other information
WHMIS Classification: Not controlled.
SARA Hazard Notification
Hazard Categories Under Title III Rules (40 CFR 370): Not applicable
Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances: Not applicable
Section 313 Toxic Chemical(s): Not applicable
CERCLA Reportable Quantity: Not applicable
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Canadian
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Controlled Products Regulation and the MSDS contain all the information required by the
Canadian Controlled Products Regulation.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Health Fire Reactivity Additional Information
Suggested NFPA Rating 1 0 0
Suggested HMIS Rating 1 0 0 E
E = safety glasses, gloves, dust
respirator
Reason for revision: Revise section 1. Supersedes MSDS dated: November 1, 2005
Drafted in accordance with ECC Dir 2001/58/EC
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