AQUARIUM SALT
Chemwatch Material Safety Data Sheet
Issue Date: 23-Dec-2005 CHEMWATCH 4658-36
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Section 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT NAME
AQUARIUM SALT
STATEMENT OF HAZARDOUS NATURE
CONSIDERED A HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE ACCORDING TO OSHA 29 CFR
1910.1200.
SUPPLIER
Company: Aquarium Pharmaceuticals Incorporated Company: Aquarium Pharmaceuticals Incorporated
Address: Address:
PO Box 218 50 East Hamilton Street
Chalfont Chalfont
PA, 18914-0218 PA, 18914
USA USA
Telephone: +1 215 822 8181 Telephone: +1 215 822 8181
Emergency Tel: +1800 222 1222 (US Only)
PRODUCT USE
Used according to manufacturers directions. For product 106.
SYNONYMS
Section 2 - COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
NAME CAS RN %
sodium chloride 7647-14-5 100
Section 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
CANADIAN WHMIS SYMBOLS
None
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
RISK
May produce discomfort of the eyes and skin*. *(limited evidence)
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
ACUTE HEALTH EFFECTS
SWALLOWED
The material has NOT been classified as "harmful by ingestion". This is because
of the lack of corroborating animal or human evidence. The material may still be
damaging to the health of the individual, following ingestion, especially where
pre-existing organ (e.g. liver, kidney) damage is evident. Present definitions
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Section 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
of harmful or toxic substances are generally based on doses producing mortality
(death) rather than those producing morbidity (disease, ill-health).
Gastrointestinal tract discomfort may produce nausea and vomiting. In an
occupational setting however, unintentional ingestion is not thought to be cause
for concern.
EYE
There is some evidence to suggest that this material can cause
eye irritation and damage in some persons.
There is some evidence that material may produce eye irritation in some persons
and produce eye damage 24 hours or more after instillation. Moderate
inflammation may be expected with redness; conjunctivitis may occur with
prolonged exposure.
SKIN
There is some evidence to suggest that this material can cause inflammation of
the skin on contact in some persons.
Skin contact is not thought to have harmful health effects, however the material
may still produce health damage following entry
through wounds, lesions or abrasions.
There is some evidence to suggest that the material may cause mild but
significant inflammation of the skin either following direct contact or after a
delay of some time. Repeated exposure can cause contact dermatitis which is
characterized by redness, swelling and blistering.
INHALED
The material is not thought to produce adverse health effects or irritation of
the respiratory tract (as classified using animal models). Nevertheless, good
hygiene practice requires that exposure be kept to a minimum and that suitable
control measures be used in an occupational setting.
Not normally a hazard due to non-volatile nature of product.
CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS
Long term exposure to high dust concentrations may cause changes in lung
function i.e. pneumoconiosis; caused by particles less than 0.5 micron
penetrating and remaining in the lung. Prime symptom is breathlessness; lung
shadows show on X-ray.
Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
SWALLOWED
- Immediately give a glass of water.
- First aid is not generally required. If in doubt, contact a Poisons
Information Center or a doctor.
EYE
If this product comes in contact with the eyes:
- Wash out immediately with fresh running water.
- Ensure complete irrigation of the eye by keeping eyelids apart and away from
eye and moving the eyelids by occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids.
- If pain persists or recurs seek medical attention.
- Removal of contact lenses after an eye injury should only be undertaken by
skilled personnel.
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Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
SKIN
If skin contact occurs:
- Immediately remove all contaminated clothing, including footwear
- Flush skin and hair with running water (and soap if available).
- Seek medical attention in event of irritation.
INHALED
- If fumes or combustion products are inhaled remove from contaminated area.
- Other measures are usually unnecessary.
NOTES TO PHYSICIAN
Treat symptomatically.
Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flash Point (F): Not Applicable
Lower Explosive Limit (%): Not Applicable
Upper Explosive Limit (%): Not Applicable
Autoignition Temp (F): Not Applicable
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
- There is no restriction on the type of extinguisher which may be used.
Use extinguishing media suitable for surrounding area.
FIRE FIGHTING
- Alert Emergency Responders and tell them location and nature of hazard.
- Wear breathing apparatus plus protective gloves for fire only.
- Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water
course.
- Use fire fighting procedures suitable for surrounding area.
- Do not approach containers suspected to be hot.
- Cool fire exposed containers with water spray from a protected location.
- If safe to do so, remove containers from path of fire.
- Equipment should be thoroughly decontaminated after use.
GENERAL FIRE HAZARDS/HAZARDOUS COMBUSTIBLE PRODUCTS
- Non combustible.
- Not considered to be a significant fire risk, however containers may burn.
Decomposition may produce toxic fumes of, metal oxides.
May emit corrosive fumes., hydrogen chloride.
FIRE INCOMPATIBILITY
None known.
PERSONAL PROTECTION
Glasses:
Chemical goggles.
Gloves:
PVC chemical resistant type.
Respirator:
Particulate
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Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
MINOR SPILLS
- Clean up all spills immediately.
- Avoid breathing dust and contact with skin and eyes.
- Wear protective clothing, gloves, safety glasses and dust respirator.
- Use dry clean up procedures and avoid generating dust.
- Sweep up, shovel up or vacuum up (consider explosion-proof machines designed
to be grounded during storage and use).
- Place spilled material in clean, dry, sealable, labeled container.
MAJOR SPILLS
Moderate hazard.
- CAUTION: Advise personnel in area.
- Alert Emergency Responders and tell them location and nature of hazard.
- Control personal contact by wearing protective clothing.
- Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water
courses.
- Recover product wherever possible.
- IF DRY: Use dry clean up procedures and avoid generating dust. Collect
residues and place in sealed plastic bags or other containers for disposal. IF
WET: Vacuum/shovel up and place in labelled containers for disposal.
- ALWAYS: Wash area down with large amounts of water and prevent runoff into
drains.
- If contamination of drains or waterways occurs, advise emergency services.
ACUTE EXPOSURE GUIDELINE LEVELS (AEGL) (in ppm)
AEGL 1: The airborne concentration of a substance above which it is predicted
that the general population, including susceptible individuals, could
experience notable discomfort, irritation, or certain asymptomatic nonsensory
effects. However, the effects are not disabling and are transient and
reversible upon cessation of exposure.
AEGL 2: The airborne concentration of a substance above which it is predicted
that the general population, including susceptible individuals, could
experience irreversible or other serious, long-lasting adverse health effects
or an impaired ability to escape.
AEGL 3: The airborne concentration of a substance above which it is predicted
that the general population, including susceptible individuals, could
experience life-threatening health effects or death.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLANNING GUIDELINES (ERPG)
The maximum airborne concentration below which it is believed that nearly all
individuals could be exposed for up to one hour WITHOUT experiencing or developing
life-threatening health effects is:
sodium chloride 500 mg/m鲁
irreversible or other serious effects or symptoms which could
impair an individual's ability to take protective action is:
sodium chloride 300 mg/m鲁
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Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
other than mild, transient adverse effects
without perceiving a clearly defined odour is:
sodium chloride 40 mg/m鲁
The threshold concentration below which most people.
will experience no appreciable risk of health effects:
sodium chloride 15 mg/m鲁
American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA)
Ingredients considered according exceed the following cutoffs
Very Toxic (T+) >= 0.1% Toxic (T) >= 3.0%
R50 >= 0.25% Corrosive (C) >= 5.0%
R51 >= 2.5%
else >= 10%
where percentage is percentage of ingredient found in the mixture
Section 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
PROCEDURE FOR HANDLING
- Avoid all personal contact, including inhalation.
- Wear protective clothing when risk of exposure occurs.
- Use in a well-ventilated area.
- Prevent concentration in hollows and sumps.
- DO NOT enter confined spaces until atmosphere has been checked.
- DO NOT allow material to contact humans, exposed food or food utensils.
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials.
- When handling, DO NOT eat, drink or smoke.
- Keep containers securely sealed when not in use.
- Avoid physical damage to containers.
- Always wash hands with soap and water after handling.
- Work clothes should be laundered separately.
- Launder contaminated clothing before re-use.
- Use good occupational work practice.
- Observe manufacturer's storing and handling recommendations.
- Atmosphere should be regularly checked against established exposure standards
to ensure safe working conditions are maintained.
RECOMMENDED STORAGE METHODS
Multi ply paper bag with sealed plastic liner or heavy gauge plastic bag.
NOTE: Bags should be stacked, blocked, interlocked, and limited in height so
that they are stable and secure against sliding or collapse. Check that all
containers are clearly labelled and free from leaks. Packing as recommended by
manufacturer.
STORAGE REQUIREMENTS
Observe manufacturer's storing and handling recommendations.
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Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
EXPOSURE CONTROLS
No data available: sodium chloride as (CAS: 7647-14-5)
No data for Aquarium Salt.
INGREDIENT DATA
SODIUM CHLORIDE:
Dusts not otherwise classified, as inspirable dust;
ES TWA: 10 mg/m鲁.
PERSONAL PROTECTION
EYE
- Safety glasses with side shields.
- Chemical goggles.
- Contact lenses pose a special hazard; soft lenses may absorb irritants and all
lenses concentrate them. DO NOT wear contact lenses.
HANDS/FEET
Wear chemical protective gloves, eg. PVC.
Wear safety footwear or safety gumboots, eg. Rubber.
OTHER
- Overalls.
- P.V.C. apron.
- Barrier cream.
- Skin cleansing cream.
- Eye wash unit.
RESPIRATOR
Protection Half-Face Full-Face Powered Air
Factor Respirator Respirator Respirator
10 x PEL P1 - PAPR-P1
Air-line* - -
50 x PEL Air-line** P2 PAPR-P2
100 x PEL - P3 -
Air-line* -
100+ x PEL - Air-line** PAPR-P3
* - Negative pressure demand ** - Continuous flow
Explanation of Respirator Codes:
Class 1 low to medium absorption capacity filters.
Class 2 medium absorption capacity filters.
Class 3 high absorption capacity filters.
PAPR Powered Air Purifying Respirator (positive pressure) cartridge.
Type A for use against certain organic gases and vapors.
Type AX for use against low boiling point organic compounds (less than
65ºC).
Type B for use against certain inorganic gases and other acid gases and vapors.
Type E for use against sulfur dioxide and other acid gases and vapors.
Type K for use against ammonia and organic ammonia derivatives
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Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Class P1 intended for use against mechanically generated particulates of sizes
most commonly encountered in industry, e.g. asbestos, silica.
Class P2 intended for use against both mechanically and thermally generated
particulates, e.g. metal fume.
Class P3 intended for use against all particulates containing highly toxic
materials, e.g. beryllium.
The local concentration of material, quantity and
conditions of use determine the type of personal
protective equipment required.
Use appropriate NIOSH-certified respirator based on informed professional
judgement. In conditions where no reasonable estimate of exposure can be
made, assume the exposure is in a concentration IDLH and use NIOSH-certified
full face pressure demand SCBA with a minimum service life of 30 minutes, or
a combination full facepiece pressure demand SAR with auxiliary self-contained
air supply. Respirators provided only for escape from IDLH atmospheres shall be
NIOSH-certified for escape from the atmosphere in which they will be used.
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
- Local exhaust ventilation is required where solids are handled as powders or
crystals; even when particulates are relatively large, a certain proportion will
be powdered by mutual friction.
- If in spite of local exhaust an adverse concentration of the substance in air
could occur, respiratory protection should be considered.
Such protection might consist of:
(a): particle dust respirators, if necessary, combined with an absorption
cartridge;
(b): filter respirators with absorption cartridge or canister of the right type;
(c): fresh-air hoods or masks
Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Molecular Weight: Not Applicable Boiling Range (C): 1465
Melting Range (C): Not Available Specific Gravity (water=1): 2.16
Solubility in water (g/L): Partly Miscible pH (as supplied): Not Applicable
pH (1% solution): Not Applicable Vapor Pressure (kPa): 0.32 @ 747 deg C
Volatile Component (%vol): Not Applicable Evaporation Rate: Not Applicable
Relative Vapor Density (air=1): Not Applicable Flash Point (C): Not Applicable
Lower Explosive Limit (%): Not Applicable Upper Explosive Limit (%): Not Applicable
Autoignition Temp (C): Not Applicable Decomposition Temp (掳C): Not Available
State: Divided Solid
APPEARANCE
White crystalline solid; partly soluble in water.
Section 10 - CHEMICAL STABILITY AND REACTIVITY INFORMATION
CONDITIONS CONTRIBUTING TO INSTABILITY
Product is considered stable and hazardous polymerization will not occur.
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Section 10 - CHEMICAL STABILITY AND REACTIVITY INFORMATION
STORAGE INCOMPATIBILITY
None known.
Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Aquarium Salt
Not available. Refer to individual constituents.
unless otherwise specified data extracted from RTECS - Register of Toxic Effects
of Chemical Substances
SODIUM CHLORIDE:
TOXICITY IRRITATION
Oral (rat) LD50: 3000 mg/kg Skin (rabbit): 500 mg/24h - Mild
Oral (human) TDLo: 12357 mg/kg/23d Eye (rabbit): 10 mg - Moderate
Oral Lowest Toxic Dose (Human): 8.2 mg/kg Eye
(rabbit):100 mg/24h - Moderate
Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Marine Pollutant:Not Determined
Refer to data for ingredients, which follows:
SODIUM CHLORIDE:
TLm 96 > 1000 ppm
Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Disposal Instructions
All waste must be handled in accordance with local, state and federal
regulations.
- Recycle wherever possible.
- Consult manufacturer for recycling options or consult Waste Management
Authority for disposal if no suitable treatment or disposal facility can be
identified.
- Dispose of by: Burial in a licensed land-fill or Incineration in a licensed
apparatus (after admixture with suitable combustible material)
- Decontaminate empty containers. Observe all label safeguards until containers
are cleaned and destroyed.
Section 14 - TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
NOT REGULATED FOR TRANSPORT OF DANGEROUS GOODS:UN,IATA,IMDG
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Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
RISK
None under normal operating conditions.
REGULATIONS
sodium chloride (CAS: 7647-14-5) is found on the following regulatory lists;
Canada Domestic Substances List (DSL)
US Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)
Section 16 - OTHER INFORMATION
LIMITED EVIDENCE
May produce discomfort of the eyes and skin*.
* (limited evidence).
Reasonable care has been taken in the preparation of this information, but the
author makes no warranty of merchantability or any other warranty, expressed or
implied, with respect to this information. The author makes no representations
and assumes no liability for any direct, incidental or consequential damages
resulting from its use. For additional technical information please call our
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