Material Safety Data Sheet
Section 1. Product and Company Identification
pHix-it
Product Name: Hazardous Material Information System III:
Product Code: BUI/PHIXIT Health 1
Effective Date: January 28, 2008 Fire Hazard 0
Physical Hazard 0
Manufacturer Information: Becker Underwood, Inc. Personal Protection X
801 Dayton Avenue
Ames, Iowa 50010
Information Phone: (515) 232-5907
Emergency Phone: Chemtrec (800) 424-9300
Section 2. Ingredients and Hazards Identification
Hazardous Components Occupational Exposure Limits
Component CAS Number OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV Weight Percent
15 mg/m3 10 mg/ m3
Citric Acid 77-92-9 10-20%
Res. TWA 5 mg/ m3
***No reportable quantities of hazardous ingredients are present***
***No reportable quantities of toxic chemical(s) subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of SARA Title III
and of 40 CFR 372 are present***
Emergency Overview: May cause respiratory tract, eye, and skin irritation.
Potential Acute Health Effects:
Eyes: Short term harmful effects are not expected. However, irritation may develop causing itching and
redness.
Skin: Short term harmful effects are not expected. However, mild skin irritation may develop causing
itching and redness.
Inhalation: Short term harmful effects are not expected. However, exposure to vapors or mist may cause
coughing or wheezing when inhaled.
Ingestion: Not an intended route of exposure. Short term harmful effects are not expected. However, may upset
the gastrointestinal tract and cause diarrhea.
Section 3. Composition/Information on Ingredients
The composition of this material is a trade secret. Contains no other components or impurities which will influence the
classification with regard to human and environmental risk assessment.
Section 4. First Aid Measures
Immediately flush eyes with water for at least 15 minutes. Prolonged or repeated contact may result
Eye Contact:
in mechanical irritation.
Wash with soap and water.
Skin Contact:
Move to fresh air. Seek medical attention if irritation develops.
Inhalation:
Seek medical attention.
Ingestion:
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Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
Not a fire or explosion hazard when stored under normal conditions.
Flammability of
Product:
Foam, alcohol foam, CO2, dry chemical, water fog.
Fire Fighting Media:
This product is an aqueous mixture which will not burn. If evaporated to dryness, the solid residue
Protective Clothing:
may pose a moderate fire hazard. No special procedures required besides standard fire fighting
procedures.
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Collect spilled material with an inert absorbent such as sand or vermiculite. Place in properly labeled
Clean-Up
and closed container. Dispose of collected material according to federal, state/provincial and local
Procedures:
environmental regulations.
Contain the spill or leak to prevent discharges to surface streams or storm sewers.
Spills and Leaks:
Section 7. Handling and Storage
Avoid breathing fumes. General mechanical ventilation can be expected to effectively remove and
Handling:
prevent build up of any vapor or mist generated from handling this product in a closed environment.
Protect eyes to prevent contact. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure to skin.
Keep container in a dry place inaccessible to children and pets at temperatures above freezing.
Storage:
Keep containers sealed until ready for use.
Section 8. Exposure Control/Personal Protection
General mechanical ventilation can be expected to effectively remove and prevent build up of any
Engineering controls:
vapor or mist generated from handling this product in a closed environment.
Personal Protection:
Eyes: Wear safety glasses with side shields. Wear additional eye protection such as chemical goggles or
face shield if splashing or spraying hazard exists. Have an eye wash station available.
Body: To prevent skin contact wear coveralls, apron, boots, or lab coat.
Hands: Avoid skin contact by using chemically resistant gloves.
Respiratory: No respiratory protection required under normal conditions of use. Use local exhaust to control
excessive vapors/mists. If excessive vapors or mists persist use appropriate NIOSH/MSHA approved
organic vapor/mist respirator.
Open wounds or skin surface disruptions should be covered with a chemical resistant patch to
Other:
minimize absorption risks. Clean clothing should be worn daily to avoid possible long-term build up
of the product leading to chronic overexposure.
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Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Slight odor Heavier than air
Odor Vapor Density
Red/Violet Slower than ether
Color Evaporation Rate
Liquid 1.1-1.2 g/mL
Physical state Specific Gravity
(H20 = 1)
NA Water soluble
pH Solubility
NA
Melting/Freezing Point
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
This material is chemically stable under normal storage and handling conditions.
Chemical Stability:
When involved in a fire, burning may evolve noxious fumes which may include carbon monoxide,
Hazardous
carbon dioxide, nitrous oxides, acetic acid, or other toxic compounds depending on the chemical
Decomposition:
composition and combustion conditions. However, all of the water must be driven off first for this to
occur.
Is not known to occur.
Hazardous
Polymerization:
Long term storage in direct contact with reactive metals such as aluminum, zinc, copper, nickel,
Incompatibility
magnesium, etc. Other materials to avoid include strong oxidizing agents.
(Materials to Avoid):
Section 11. Toxicological Information
None known
Chronic Toxicity:
None known
Mutagenic Effects:
None known
Teratogenic Effects:
None known
Developmental
Toxicity:
May cause skin, eye, and respiratory irritation.
Acute Effects on
Humans:
Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance at concentration above the exposure limits may
Sensitization:
cause respiratory tract and lung sensitization.
This material is not known to cause cancer in animals or humans.
Carcinogenic Effects:
May provoke asthmatic response in persons with asthma who are sensitive to airway irritants.
Existing Medical
Conditions Aggravated
By Exposure:
Section 12. Ecological Information
No data available, however the material is not expected to have any deleterious toxic effect.
Ecotoxicity:
No data available regarding the environmental fate or biodegradation.
Environmental Fate:
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Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Non-hazardous waste
EPA Waste Number:
Dispose of according to all federal, state/provincial and local environmental regulations.
Treatment:
Section 14. Transport Information
Not regulated
D.O.T. Classification:
Not regulated
IMO/IMDG
Classification:
Not regulated
IATA Classification:
Section 15. Regulatory Information
Hazardous Material Information System III:
Health 1
Fire Hazard 0
Physical Hazard 0
Personal Protection X
US Federal Regulations:
Product Information: This product is not considered hazardous.
SARA 311/312:
Acute: No
Chronic: No
Fire: No
Pressure: No
Reactive: No
No reportable quantities of toxic chemical(s) subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of
SARA 313:
SARA Title III and of 40 CFR 372 are present.
Regulatory Listings
United States (TSCA): Listed
Section 16. Other Information
The information is furnished without warranty, representation, inducement or license of any kind, except that it is accurate to
the best of Becker Underwood鈥檚 knowledge. Because use conditions and applicable laws may differ from one location to
another and may change with time, Recipient is responsible for determining whether the information is appropriate for
recipient鈥檚 use. Since Becker Underwood has no control over how this information may be ultimately used, all liability is
expressly disclaimed and Becker Underwood assumes no liability.
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