Material Safety Data Sheet
1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Identification
Product Name: TETRASODIUM PYROPHOSPHATE ANHYDROUS
Reference Number: AST10060
Date: April 21, 2006
Synonyms: TSPP; Sodium Pyrophosphate
Use of substance or preparation
Food ingredient, sequestrate, buffer, deflocculate, water treatment, metal cleaner, soil stabilizer,
consumer and industrial cleaning products, paper coating and filling, pigment dispersant,
detergent
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. EINECS No %w/w Risk Phrase
Tetrasodium Pyrophosphate 7722-88-5 231-767-1 95+ R36/37/38
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification of the substance/preparation
EC Classification Xi - Irritant
Safety phrase S26 S36
Human Health Effects
The product causes eye irritation and may cause respiratory tract irritation.
Environmental Effects
This material is not expected to produce any significant environmental effects when
recommended use instructions are followed.
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4. FIRST-AID MEASURES
WARNING STATEMENTS
CAUTION!
CAUSES EYE IRRITATION
MAY CAUSE RESPIRATORY TRACT IRRITATION
General
Treatment is symptomatic and supportive. This product causes eye irritation and may cause
respiratory tract irritation. Eye irritation symptoms include stinging, tearing, redness and
swelling. Inhalation of this dust may cause coughing, chest pain, runny nose and burning
throat. Ingestion of large doses (e.g. 20 g) may cause vomiting and nausea. If vomiting is
not spontaneous, do NOT induce it. Phosphates are laxatives.
Eye contact
Immediately flush eyes with water for at least 15 minutes, lifting the upper and lower eyelids
intermittently. See a medical doctor or ophthalmologist immediately.
Skin contact
Wash with plenty of soap and water. Get medical attention if irritation occurs and persists.
Inhalation
Remove to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is
difficult, give oxygen. Inhalation of the dust may cause coughing, runny nose, and sneezing.
Ingestion
Rinse mouth with plenty of water. Dilute by drinking 1 to 2 glasses of water. Do NOT induce
vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention.
Contact a Poison Control Center.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing media
Non-combustible.
No special requirement.
Unsuitable extinguishing 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
No special requirement.
Environmental precautions
Small quantities: Presents no environmental problems.
Large quantities: As general precaution, avoid discharge into the environment.
Methods for cleaning up
Sweep, scoop or vacuum and place into containers for disposal.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling
Avoid contact with eyes.
Avoid breathing dust
Keep container closed
Use only with adequate ventilation
Avoid contact with skin.
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Do not taste or swallow
Engineering measures
Provide natural or mechanical ventilation to control exposure levels below airborne exposure
limits (see Section 8 below). The use of local mechanical exhaust ventilation is preferred at
sources of air contamination such as open process equipment. If ventilation is inadequate or
not available, use respiratory and eye protection to prevent irritation.
Storage
Store is cool, dry place to maintain product performance.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Occupational exposure limit
State Standard Limit
5 mg/m3 8-hr. TWA
Australia Occupation Exposure Limit
5 mg/m3 8-hr. TWA
Belgium Occupation Exposure Limit
5 mg/m3 8-hr. TWA
Denmark Occupation Exposure Limit
5 mg/m3 8-hr. TWA, 3 mg/m3
Finland Occupation Exposure Limit
VME 5 mg/m3
France Occupation Exposure Limit
5 mg/m3 8-hr. TWA
Norway Occupation Exposure Limit
MAK 鈥? week 5 mg/m3
Switzerland Occupation Exposure Limit
5 mg/m3 8-hr TWA
United Kingdom Occupation Exposure Limit
5 mg/m3 8-hr. TWA
United States Occupation Exposure Limit
Respiratory protection
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In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment; a dust and vapor
respirator is recommended by HMIS. Use approved respiratory protective equipment as
described in the U.S. OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN149.
Hand/skin protection
Wearing protective clothes is recommended; protective gloves and synthetic apron is
recommended by HMIS. Wash hand and contaminated skin thoroughly after handling this
product.
Eye protection
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described in the U.S.
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN 166. Splash goggles are recommended
by HMIS.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
General Information
Chemical Formula: Na4 P2O7
Form powder, free flowing
Color White
Odor Odorless
Important health, safety and environmental information
pH (1% solution) 10.3
Water solubility: 6.4 (g/100g H20) @ 25 掳C
Incongruently @ 622 oC, completely @ 985 oC
Melting point:
Bulk density: 0.88 (g/cc)
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Product is stable under normal conditions of storage and handling. Store in a cool, dry place
to maintain product performance.
Conditions to avoid
Excessive moisture.
Materials to avoid
None
Hazardous decomposition products
Oxides of sodium and oxides of phosphorus.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Laboratory data
Data from ICL Performance Products LP single-dose (acute) animal studies with this material
are given below:
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Oral - rat LD50: 3,770 mg/kg; slightly toxic
Dermal - rabbit LD50: > 7,940 mg/kg; practically nontoxic
Eye Irritation - rabbit: 43.0/110.0; extremely irritating
Skin Irritation - rabbit (24-hr exp.): 0.0/8.0; non-irritating
Rats fed this material in their diet for four months showed a reduced weight gain, urinary
changes, increased organ-to-body weight ratios, and slight kidney damage. No birth defects
were reported in rabbits, hamsters, mice or rats given this material during pregnancy. This
material produced no genetic changes in standard tests using bacterial and yeast cells.
This material has been defined as a hazardous chemical under the criteria of the OSHA
Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Environmental Toxicity
The following data have been classified using the criteria adopted by the European
Economic Community (EEC) for aquatic organism toxicity.
Invertebrate: 48-hr EC50 Daphnia magna: 391 mg/L; Practically Nontoxic
Fish: 96-hr LC50 Mosquito fish: 1380 mg/L; Practically Nontoxic
48-hr LC50 High-eyes Medaka: 700 mg/L; Practically Nontoxic
No algal toxicity data was available for this material.
Environmental Fate
Inorganic compounds in contact with the soil, sub-surface or surface waters may be taken up
by plants and utilized as essential nutrients. Phosphates may also form precipitates, usually
with calcium or magnesium. The resultant compounds are insoluble in water and become a
part of the soil or sediment. The term biodegradability, as such, is not applicable to inorganic
compounds.
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 U.S.
Resource, Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), 40 CFR 261. Dry material may be land
filled 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
Road/Rail, Sea and Air
IMDG/UN Not classified
ICAO/IATA Not classified
RID/ADR Unknown
Canadian TDG Not classified
U.S. DOT Not classified
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
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EC label
Hazard symbol: Xi - Irritant
Risk phrase R36/37/38 鈥? irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
Safety phrase S26 鈥? In case of contact with eyes, immediately flush with plenty
of water and seek medical attention
S36 鈥? Wear suitable protective clothing
Chemical Inventory
USA TSCA: Listed
Canada DSL: Listed
EC: Listed
Japan Listed
Australia Listed
Korea Listed
Philippines Listed
China Listed
Additional information
WHMIS Classification: D2(B) Materials causing other toxic effects
SARA Hazard Notification
Hazard Categories Under Title III Rules (40 CFR 370): Immediate
Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances: None
Section 313 Toxic Chemical(s): None
CERCLA Reportable Quantity: Not applicable
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Canadian
Controlled Products Regulation and the MSDS contains all the information required by the
Canadian Controlled Products Regulation.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Health Fire Reactivity Additional Information
Suggested NFPA Rating 3 0 0
Suggested HMIS Rating 3 0 0 J
J = Splash goggles, gloves,
synthetic apron, dust & vapor
respirator
Reason for revision: Revised section 1. Supersedes MSDS dated: November 1, 2005
Drafted in accordance with ECC Dir 2001/58/EC
Although the information and recommendations set forth herein (hereinafter 鈥淚nformation鈥?) are
presented in good faith and believed to be correct as of the date hereof, ICL Performance
Products LP makes no representations as to the completeness or accuracy thereof. Information
is supplied upon the condition that the persons receiving same will make their own determination
as to its suitability for their purposes prior to use. In no event will ICL Performance Products LP
be responsible for damages of any nature whatsoever resulting from the use of or reliance upon
information. NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OF ANY OTHER
NATURE ARE MADE HEREUNDER WITH RESPECT TO INFORMATION OR THE PRODUCT
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