MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET SSC BUFFER
PRODUCT CODE NUMBER(S): 8450-5
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
Chemical Name and Synonyms: SSC Buffer concentrate Flammability: Not combustible
Chemical Family: Mixture Extinguishing Media: Use extinguishing media
pappropriate to the surrounding fire. Water spray can be
Chemical Formula: Mixture
used to cool containers, flush chemical away from fire. Fight
Product Use: Laboratory reagent fire from upwind, from a safe distance. Firefighters must
Manufacturer鈥檚 Name and Address: wear protective equipment and clothing sufficient to prevent
Caledon Laboratories Ltd. inhalation of mist or fumes, and contact with skin and eyes.
40 Armstrong Avenue Flash Point (Method Used): Not available
Georgetown, Ontario L7G 4R9 Autoignition Temperature: Not available
Telephone No: (905) 877-0101 Upper Flammable Limit (% by volume): Not available
Fax No: (905) 877-6666 Lower Flammable Limit (% by volume): Not available
Emergency Telephone No: CANUTEC (613) 996-6666 Hazardous Combustion Products: COx, NOx, irritating
smoke
HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS OF MATERIALS Sensitivity to Impact: None identified
Sensitivity to Static discharge: None identified
Ingredients % TLV Units CAS No.
TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES AND HEALTH DATA
Sodium citrate N/A Not established 6132-04-3
Sodium chloride N/A Not established 7647-14-5
Toxicological Data:
PHYSICAL DATA LD50: (oral, rat) 3 g/kg (NaCl)
LC50: Not available
Physical State: Liquid
Odour and Appearance: Colourless liquid
Effects of Acute Exposure to Product:
Odour Threshold (ppm): Not available
Inhaled: Mist may be irritating to upper respiratoy tract.
Vapour Pressure (mm Hg): Not available
Large amounts may be harmful.
Vapour Density (Air = 1): Not applicable In contact with skin: May cause mild irritation.
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable In contact with eyes: May cause mild irritation with tem-
Boiling Point (degrees C): Not available porary redness, itching, tearing, pain.
Melting Point (degrees C): Not available Ingested: Essentially non-toxic. May cause mild gastroin-
testinal irritation. Large doses may cause nausea and
pH: Not available
vomiting and exert a mild diuretic or laxative effect producing
Specific Gravity: Not available
diarrhea. In addition, severe overdosages of sodium salts
Coefficient of Water/Oil distribution: Not available may cause hypernoia and convulsing.
SHIPPING DESCRIPTION Effects of Chronic Exposure to Product:
UN: Not regulated Sodium chloride presents no serious health effects in normal
industrial usage. However, sodium chloride is linked to
T.D.G. Class: Not regulated
heart and blood pressure problems through dietary intake.
Pkg. Group: Not regulated
Persons afflicted with blood pressure or heart problems
REACTIVITY DATA may be sensitized to workplace exposures.
Carcinogenicity: No information available
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and
Teratogenicity: No information available
pressures
Reproductive Effects: No information available
Incompatibility with other substances: May react vigor-
Mutagenicity: No information available
ously with bases, oxidizing agents, acids. Attacks copper,
brass, aluminum, but not steel or iron. Aluminum reacts with Synergistic Products: Not known
aqueous solutions of EDTA to release hydrogen.
PREVENTIVE MEASURES
Reactivity: Avoid excessive heat, generation of mist, all in-
compatible materials.
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation recom-
Hazardous Decomposition Products: COx , NOx
mended.
Respiratory Protection: Dust/mist mask. For conditions
where dust or mist is present, to the maximum use specified
SSC BUFFER
MSDS
CODE: 8450-5
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
by the respirator supplier, NIOSH/OSHA approved half- face
high-efficiency dust/mist filter respirator, or NIOSH/OSHA
Date Issued: May 6, 1999
approved full face-piece high-efficiency dust/mist filter respi-
Revision: May 2008
rator. Higher or unknown concentrations, or for fire or spill
conditions, self-contained breathing apparatus, or full MSDS: 8450-5
face-piece, positive-pressure supplied-air respirator. Proposed WHMIS Designation: Not controlled. Not re-
Eye Protection: Chemical safety glasses. Do not wear quired to be updated every three years (WHMIS 1992, B-40,
contact lenses when working with chemicals. Section 29,2)
Skin Protection: Rubber gloves. Lab coat or apron with
sleeves. Prepared by: Caledon Laboratories Ltd. (905) 877-0101
Other Personal Protective Equipment: Eyewash fountain Caledon Laboratories Ltd. believes the information contained
ans safety shower in work area. herein is reliable and accurate. Caledon makes no warranty
Leak and Spill Procedure: Ventilate area. Cleanup per- with respect thereto and expressly disclaims all liability for reli-
sonnel should be thoroughly trained in the hazards of this ance thereon. Such information is solely for your consider-
material and should wear protective equipment and clothing
ation, investigation, and verification.
sufficient to prevent inhalation and contact with skin and
eyes. Prevent from entering sewers or waterways. Mix with
sand or inert absorbent, collect and transfer carefully into la-
belled, covered container(s) for removal by disposal
company. Wash site of spillage thoroughly with water and
detergent.
Waste Disposal: Follow all federal, provincial and local
regulations for disposal.
Handling Procedures and Equipment: Workers using this
chemical must be properly trained in its hazards and its safe
use, and must wear appropriate protective equipment and
clothing. Follow routine safe handling procedures and good
housekeeping procedures. Avoid generating mist. Avoid in-
halation and contact with skin and eyes. Use the smallest
amount possible for the purpose, in designated areas with
adequate ventilation. Keep containers closed when not in
use and when empty. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Storage Requirements: Store in suitable, labelled contain-
ers, in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, out of direct sunlight.
Store away from incompatible materials. Keep containers
tightly closed when not in use and when empty. Protect
from damage, and inspect frequently for signs of leaking.
FIRST AID MEASURES
Specific Measures:
Eyes: Flush eyes thoroughly with gently running water,
holding eyelids open while flushing, for five to ten (5-10)
minutes, or until no trace of chemical remains. Get medical
advice if irritation develops.
Skin: Remove contaminated clothing. Flush skin with
plenty of running water until no evidence of chemical re-
mains. If irritation develops get medical attention.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Give oxygen and get
medical attention for any breathing difficulty.
Ingestion: If victim is alert and NOT convulsing, rinse
mouth, give several glasses of water to drink to dilute. If dis-
comfort occurs, or if a large amount has been ingested, get
medical attention.
REFERENCES USED
CINFO disc: Cheminfo
Budavari: The Merck Index, 12th ed., 1997
Sax, Lewis: Hawley鈥檚 Condensed Chemical Dictionary, 11th
ed., 1987
Sax: Dangerous Properties of Industrial Materials, 5th ed.,
1979
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