Updated June 15, 2007
POLYQUATERNI UM-10
Material Safety Data Sheet ( MSDS)
8. FI RST AI D MEASURES
1. PRODUCT I DENTI FI CATI ON
Eyes: Irrigate eyes with a heavy stream of water for at least 20
Product Name: polyquaternium-10
minutes. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
I NCI Name: polyquaternium-10
Skin: Wash exposed areas of the body with plenty of water.
Chemical Name: alkyl (behenyl) trimethyl ammonium chloride
I nhalation: Remove from area of exposure. If breathing is
CAS Number: 53568-66-4, 54351-50-7, 55353-19-0, 68610-92-4,
difficult, give oxygen. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
81859-24-7
I ngestion: If gastrointestinal symptoms develop, consult medical
personnel.
2. PHYSI CAL & CHEMI CAL PROPERTI ES
Melting Point: not available 9. FI RE FI GHTI NG MEASURES
Boiling Point: not available
Flash Point: not determined
Density: not available
Extinguishing Media: water spray, foam, carbon dioxide, dry
% Volatile by Volume: not available
powder
Specific Gravity: not available
Fire Fighting Procedures: Firefighters should wear full fire-
Solubility in w ater: soluble
fighting turn-out gear (full Bunker gear) including NIOSH-approved
pH Value: 5.5 - 6.5 (2% solution)
self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated in
Appearance & Odor: light yellowish powder, faint odor
the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode.
10. TOXI COLOGI CAL I NFORMATI ON
3. STABI LI TY & REACTI VI TY
Acute LD50: > 4000 mg/ kg
Chemical Stability: stable under normal conditions
Dermal and Eye I rritation Test: inot an irritant
I ncompatibility: strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition: may occur at temperatures > 100oC Carcinogenicity, Mutagenicity: no data available
Environment: biodegradable
Hazardous Polymerisation: no data available
4. HANDLI NG & STORAGE 11. DI SPOSAL CONSI DERATI ONS
Avoid contact with eyes. Wash thoroughly after handling. As with all Storage and disposal must be in accordance with applicable local,
chemicals, good industrial hygiene practices should be followed state & federal disposal regulations. Characterization and com-
when handling this material. pliance with applicable laws are the responsibility solely of the
Avoid freezing or excessive heat. Do not handle or store near an generator.
open flame, heat or other sources of ignition. Keep the container
12. TRANSPORT I NFORMATI ON
tightly closed and in a cool, well-ventilated place.
DOT Shipping Name: Refer to corresponding hazard class
5. ACCI DENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ADR/ RI C Code: Refer to corresponding hazard class
Sea Transport I MDG Code: Refer to corresponding hazard class
Isolate spill area immediately. Keep unauthorized personnel away.
Air Transport I ATA: Refer to corresponding hazard class
Ventilate closed spaces before entering. Do not touch or walk
through spilled material. Prevent entry into waterways, sewers,
13. DI SCLAI MER
basements or confined areas. Surface may become slippery after
spillage. Use vacuum or broom sweeping and remove to disposal This information relates only to the specific material designated and
container. If damp, flush with water. may not be valid for such material used in combination with any
other materials or in any other process. Such information is to be
6. EXPOSURE CONTROLS & PERSONAL PROTECTI ON the best of the company s knowledge and believed accurate and
reliable as of the date indicated. However, no representation,
Respiratory Protection: Where exposure likely exceeds accep-
warranty or guarantee of any kind, express or implied, is made as
table criteria, use NIOSH/ OSHA-approved respiratory equipment.
to its accuracy, reliability or completeness and we assume no
Protective Clothing: Gloves recommended to prevent prolonged
responsibility for any loss, damage or expense, direct or
skin contact. Safety glasses, goggles, or face shield recommended
consequential, arising out of use. It is the user s responsibility to
for eye protection.
satisfy himself as to the suitableness & completeness of such
Other Protective Measures: Employees must practice good
information for his own particular use.
personal hygiene, washing exposed areas of skin several times daily
and laundering contaminated clothing before re-use.
7. HAZARDS I DENTI FI CATI ON
General: no specific health hazards known.
I nhalation/ I ngestion: no data availalbe.
Eye Contact : Not an irritant.
Skin Contact: Not an irritant.
ALL DATA HEREIN ARE ALL AS PER OUR SUPPLIER.
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