January 2005
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET MOLECULAR SIEVE 3A
PRODUCT CODE NUMBER(S): 5112-8, 5113-8
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION mangaese trifluoride, sodium, xenon hexafluoride. It is at-
tacked by hydrofluoric acid. Combines with most metallic
Chemical Name and Synonyms: Molecular sieve 3A; So- oxides at high temperatures to form glass. Sudden contact
dium/potassium aluminosilicate, Zeolite with high concentrations of chemicals having high heats of
Chemical Family: Mineral absorption should be avoided (eg. Olefins, HCl). The addi-
tion of moisture without flooding can cause rise in
Chemical Formula: Al2O3, Na2O, MgO, SiO2, K2O
temperature and contact with skin might result in burns.
Product Use: Laboratory reagent
Flooding will reduce temperature to safe limits. Aluminum
Manufacturer鈥檚 Name and Address: oxide reacts with halocarbons giving off heat that releases
Caledon Laboratories Ltd. toxic and irritating chlorinated compounds. It reacts violently
40 Armstrong Avenue with chlorine trifluoride, with ignition. May polymerize with
ethylene oxide. May explode with oxygen difluoride. Vinyl
Georgetown, Ontario L7G 4R9
acetate vapour may react vigorously with aluminum oxide.
Telephone No: (905) 877-0101
Reactivity: Avoid generation of dust, high temperatures, all
Fax No: (905) 877-6666
incompatible materials.
Emergency Telephone No: CANUTEC (613) 996-6666 Hazardous Decomposition Products: Mix of oxides
would result if exposed to extreme high temperature. Hydro-
HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS OF MATERIALS carbons and other materials that contact the product during
use can be retained and may decompose forming toxic
Ingredients % TLV Units CAS No. products.
3
Aluminum oxide <40 10 mg/m (as Al) 1344-28-1
FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
Sodium oxide <30 Not established 1313-59-3
Flammability: Not combustible. Will not burn or support
3
Magnesium oxide <5 10 mg/m 1309-48-4
combustion.
0.1 mg/m3
Silicon oxide <50 7631-86-9 Extinguishing Media: Use an extinguisher appropriate to
the surrounding material that is burning. Fight fire from up-
Potassium oxide <15 Not established 12136-45-7
wind, from a safe distance. Firefighters must wear
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Quartz <3 0.05 mg/m 14808-60-7 protective equipment and clothing sufficient to prevent inha-
lation of dust or fumes and contact with skin and eyes.
PHYSICAL DATA Flash Point (Method Used): None
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable
Physical State: Solid
Upper Flammable Limit (% by volume): Not applicable
Odour and Appearance: Pale brown powder or pellets,
odourless Lower Flammable Limit (% by volume): Not applicable
Odour Threshold (ppm): Not applicable Hazardous Combustion Products: Used material may
Vapour Pressure (mm Hg): Not applicable contain hazardous residues. Fire fighters should be in-
formed of such hazards.
Vapour Density (Air = 1): Not applicable
Sensitivity to Impact: None identified
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Sensitivity to Static discharge: None identified
Boiling Point (degrees C): Not applicable
Melting Point (degrees C): Not applicable
TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES AND HEALTH DATA
pH: 8 to 11 (aqueous slurry)
Toxicological Data:
Specific Gravity: 2.1
Coefficient of Water/Oil distribution: Not available LD50: Not available
LC50: Not available
SHIPPING DESCRIPTION
Effects of Acute Exposure to Product:
UN: Not regulated
T.D.G. Class: Not regulated Inhaled: Irritating. May cause coughing and chest pain.
Silica may cause lung damage if inhaled in sufficient quanti-
Pkg. Group: Not regulated
ties. Inhalation of large amounts of aluminum oxide dust
REACTIVITY DATA may cause metal fume fever, with fatigue, fever, pain in the
limbs, aching in the chest, and shortness of breath. These
Chemical Stability: Stable below 870掳C; above that tem- symptoms occur several hours after exposure.
perature, silica becomes tridymite. In contact with skin: Irritates (abrasive). Risk of skin ab-
Incompatibility with other substances: Silica can react sorption is slight. Becomes hot when first in contact with
violently or explosively with strong oxidizers, magnesium, moisture; can cause burns.
MSDS MOLECULAR SIEVE 3A
CODE: 5112-8, 5113-8
In contact with eyes: Can cause mechanical irritation Storage Requirements: Store in suitable, labelled contain-
(abrasive). ers, in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, out of direct sunlight.
Keep containers tightly closed when not in use and when
Ingested: Not a normal route of exposure. May be irritat-
empty. Protect from damage. Store away from incompati-
ing. No human or animal information available.
ble materials.
Effects of Chronic Exposure to Product:
FIRST AID MEASURES
Prolonged or repeated exposure to aluminum oxide or to sil-
ica may cause lung damage, pulmonary fibrosis or silicosis. Specific Measures:
May cause respiratory sensitivity. Silicosis can cause se-
Eyes: Flush thoroughly with gently running water, holding
vere respiratory impairment, eventual cardiac failure. In-
eyelids open while flushing, until all traces of chemical are
gestion of aluminum salts over long periods can cause removed. Get medical attention if irritation develops.
phosphate deficiency, based on human and animal informa-
Skin: Wash skin with plenty of running water until no trace
tion. of chemical remains. Get medical attention if irritation de-
Carcinogenicity: Quartz is a known human carcinogen, velops.
(IARC, OSHA, NTP), suspected human carcinogen (ACGIH) Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Give oxygen and get
Teratogenicity: No information available. medical attention for any breathing difficulty.
Reproductive Effects: No information available. Ingestion: Unlikely route of exposure. If the victim is alert
and not convulsing, rinse mouth thoroughly with water and
Mutagenicity: Both positive and negative results have
give 2 to 4 glasses of water to drink to dilute. If victim feels
been obtained in short-term in vitro tests with bacterial and
unwell, or if a large amount has been ingested, get medical
cultured mammalian cells.
attention.
Synergistic Products: None known.
REFERENCES USED
PREVENTIVE MEASURES
CCINFO disc: MSDS鈥檚, February 2006
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation required.
Budavari: The Merck Index, 12th ed., 1997
Respiratory Protection: Up to 30 mg/m3: NIOSH/MSHA
approved dust/mist respirator. Up to 60 mg/m3: dust/mist Sax, Lewis: Hawley鈥檚 Condensed Chemical Dictionary, 11th
ed., 1987
respirator, except single-use or quarter-mask, or supplied-air
respirator. Up to 150 mg/m3: continuous-flow supplied-air Sax: Dangerous Properties of Industrial Materials, 5th ed.
respirator, or powered, air-purifying respirator with dust/mist 1979
filter. Up to 300 mg/m3: full face-piece respirator with
Suppliers鈥? Material Safety Data Sheets
high-efficiency particulate filters, or continuous-flow sup-
plied-air respirator with tight-fitting face-piece. Up to 3000
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
mg/m3: positive-pressure supplied-air respirator. Higher or
unknown concentrations, or for fire or spill conditions, Date Issued: April 1993
self-contained breathing apparatus, or full face-piece, posi-
Revision: February 2006
tive-pressure supplied-air respirator with auxilliary
MSDS: 5112-8, 5113-8
positive-pressure self-contained breathing apparatus.
Eye Protection: Chemical safety glasses. Do not wear Proposed WHMIS Designation: D2A
contact lenses when working with chemicals.
Skin Protection: Rubber gloves. Other clean Prepared by: Caledon Laboratories Ltd. (905) 877-0101
body-covering clothing sufficient to prevent contact. Caledon Laboratories Ltd. believes the information contained
Other Personal Protective Equipment: Safety shower herein is reliable and accurate. Caledon makes no warranty
and eye-wash fountain in work area. with respect thereto and expressly disclaims all liability for reli-
Leak and Spill Procedure: Ventilate area. Cleanup per- ance thereon. Such information is solely for your consider-
sonnel must be trained in the handling of hazardous ation, investigation, and verification.
substances, and must wear protective equipment and cloth-
ing sufficient to prevent inhalation of dust and contact with
skin, eyes, and clothing. Gather up in a manner that does
not raise dust. Transfer carefully into container and arrange
removal by disposal company. Wash site of spillage thor-
oughly with water and detergent. Empty containers may
contain hazardous residues; treat with caution.
Waste Disposal: Follow all federal, provincial and local
regulations for disposal.
Handling Procedures and Equipment: Workers using this
mateiral must be thoroughly trained in its hazards and its
safe use, and must wear appropriate protective equipment
and clothing. Use the smallest amount possible for the pur-
pose, in a designated area with adequate ventilation.
Avoid generating fumes or dust. Avoid inhalation of dust.
Follow routine safe handling and good housekeeping proce-
dures to avoid generation of dust. Wash thoroughly after
handling.
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