World Headquarters
Hach Company
P.O.Box 389 MSDS No: M00337
Loveland, CO USA 80539
(970) 669-3050
SAFETY DATA SHEET
_____________________________________________________________________________
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE
COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
Product Name: Sulfuric Acid 0.1600 ± 0.0008 N
Catalog Number: 1438801
HACH LANGE GmbH Emergency Telephone Numbers:
Willstätterstrasse 11 (Poison Information Center Main)
40549 Düsseldorf, Germany (+49 (0) 6131 19240) 24 HR
+49-(0)211-52880
SDS Number: M00337
Chemical Name: Not applicable.
Chemical Formula: Not applicable.
Chemical Family: Not applicable
Use of the substance/preparation: Alkalinity determination
CAS No.: Not applicable.
Hazard: May cause eye irritation.
Date of MSDS Preparation:
Day: 03
Month: May
Year: 2006
Additional Emergency Response Numbers: Austria: +49 (0)6131 19240, Belgium: +32-(0)70-245245,
France: +33-(0)1-40370404, Italy: +39-02-66101029, Netherlands: +31-(0)30-2748888, Switzerland: +41-
(0)1-2515151
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2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Demineralized Water
EEC Number: 2317912
CAS No.: 7732-18-5
Percent Range: >98
Percent Range Units: weight / volume
Ingredient EEC Symbol: Not applicable
Ingredient R phrase(s) (R phrase details given in Heading 16): Not applicable
TLV: Not established
PEL: Not established
EU Occupational Exposure Limits: Not established
Other components, each
EEC Number: Not applicable
CAS No.: Not applicable
Percent Range: 0,01 - 0,1
Percent Range Units: weight / weight
Ingredient EEC Symbol: Not applicable
Ingredient R phrase(s) (R phrase details given in Heading 16): Not applicable
TLV: Not established
PEL: Not established
EU Occupational Exposure Limits: Not established
Sulfuric Acid
EEC Number: 2316395
CAS No.: 7664-93-9
Percent Range: 0,1 - 1,0
Percent Range Units: weight / weight
Ingredient EEC Symbol: Not applicable
Ingredient R phrase(s) (R phrase details given in Heading 16): Not applicable
TLV: 1 mg/m³ (TWA); 3 mg/m³ (STEL)
PEL: 1 mg/m³
EU Occupational Exposure Limits: 0,1 mg/m3
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3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Emergency Overview:
Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid
Odor: None
EU Symbols: Not applicable
R PHRASES: Not applicable
Protective Equipment:
Potential Health Effects:
Eye Contact (EC): None reported
Skin Contact (EC): No effects are anticipated
Skin Absorption (EC): None Reported
Target Organs (SA E): Not applicable
Ingestion (EC): Practically non-toxic
Target Organs (Ing E): None Reported
Inhalation: No data reported.
Target Organs (Inh E): None Reported
Medical Conditions Aggravated: None reported
Chronic Effects: None reported
Cancer / Reproductive Toxicity Information:
An ingredient of this mixture is: IARC Group 1: Recognized Carcinogen
Sulfuric Acid - The IARC evaluation was based on exposure to the mist or vapor of concentrated sulfuric
acid generated during chemical processes.
Additional Cancer / Reproductive Toxicity Information: None reported
Toxicologically Synergistic Products: None reported
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4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Eye Contact: Immediately flush eyes with water for 15 minutes. Call physician.
Skin Contact (First Aid): Wash skin with plenty of water. Call physician if irritation develops.
Ingestion (First Aid): Give large quantities of water. Call physician immediately.
Inhalation: None required.
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5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flammable Properties: Material will not burn.
Hazardous Combustion Products: This material will not burn.
Fire / Explosion Hazards: This product will not burn or explode.
Static Discharge: None reported.
Mechanical Impact: None reported
Extinguishing Media: Use media appropriate to surrounding fire conditions
Extinguishing Media NOT To Be Used: Not applicable
Fire Fighting Instruction: As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand and full
protective gear.
_____________________________________________________________________________
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Spill Response Notice:
Only persons properly qualified to respond to an emergency involving hazardous substances should respond
to a spill involving chemicals. See Section 13, Special Instructions for disposal assistance.
Containment Technique: Absorb spilled liquid with non-reactive sorbent material. Stop spilled material from
being released to the environment.
Clean-up Technique: Cover spilled material with an alkali, such as soda ash or sodium bicarbonate. Scoop
up slurry into a large beaker. Adjust to a pH between 6 and 9 with an alkali, such as soda ash or sodium
bicarbonate. Dispose of material in an E.P.A. approved hazardous waste facility. Decontaminate the area of
the spill with a soap solution.
Evacuation Procedure: Evacuate as needed to perform spill clean-up. If conditions warrant, increase the size
of the evacuation.
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7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling: Avoid contact with eyes Wash thoroughly after handling. Maintain general industrial hygiene
practices when using this product.
Storage: Store between 10° and 25°C.
Special Packaging Instructions: Not applicable
Use of the substance/preparation: Alkalinity determination
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8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Engineering Controls: Have an eyewash station nearby. Maintain general industrial hygiene practices when
using this product.
Personal Protective Equipment:
Eye Protection: safety glasses with top and side shields
Skin / Hand Protection: disposable latex gloves lab coat
Inhalation Protection: adequate ventilation
Precautionary Measures: Avoid contact with: eyes Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate
ventilation. Protect from: heat
TLV: Not established.
PEL: Not established.
EU Occupational Exposure Limits: Not established
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9. PHYSICAL / CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid
Physical State: Liquid
Odor: None
pH: 1,1
Vapor Pressure: Not determined.
Vapor Density (air = 1): Not determined.
Boiling Point: ~ 100° C (~ 212° F)
Melting Point: Not determined.
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Method: Not applicable
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Flammability Limits:
Lower Explosion Limits: Not applicable.
Upper Explosion Limits: Not applicable.
Specific Gravity (water = 1): 0,990
Evaporation Rate (water = 1): 0,56
Volatile Organic Compounds Content: Not applicable.
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol / water): Not applicable.
Solubility:
Water: Miscible.
Acid: Miscible.
Other: Not determined.
Metal Corrosivity:
Steel: 0,027 in/yr (0,689 mm/yr)
Aluminum: 0,124 in/yr (3,150 mm/yr)
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10. STABILITY / REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability: Stable when stored under proper conditions.
Conditions to Avoid: Extreme temperatures Evaporation
Reactivity / Incompatibility: Incompatible with: caustics
Hazardous Decomposition: None reported
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
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11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Product Toxicological Data:
LD50: None reported.
LC50: None reported.
Dermal Toxicity Data: None reported.
Skin and Eye Irritation Data: None reported.
Mutation Data: None reported.
Reproductive Effects Data: None reported.
--
Ingredient Toxicological Data: Sulfuric Acid: Oral rat LD50 = 2140 mg/kg; Inhalation rat LC50 = 347 ppm/1
hr.
An ingredient of this mixture is: IARC Group 1: Recognized Carcinogen
Sulfuric Acid - The IARC evaluation was based on exposure to the mist or vapor of concentrated sulfuric acid
generated during chemical processes.
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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Product Ecological Information: No specific ecological information available for this product.
Ingredient Ecological Information: Sulfuric Acid: The 48-Hour TLm in flounder is 100-300 ppm.
_____________________________________________________________________________
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
NOTICE (Disposal): These disposal guidelines are based on federal regulations and may be superseded by
more stringent state or local requirements. Please consult your local environmental regulators for more
information. In Europe: Chemical and analysis solutions must be disposed of in compliance with the
respective national regulations. Product packaging must be disposed of in compliance with the country-specific
regulations or must be passed to a packaging return system.
_____________________________________________________________________________
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
I.C.A.O.:
I.C.A.O. Proper Shipping Name: Not Currently Regulated
--
ICAO Hazard Class: NA
ICAO Subsidiary Risk: NA
ICAO UN/ID Number: NA
ICAO Packing Group: NA
I.M.O.:
I.M.O. Proper Shipping Name: Not Currently Regulated
--
I.M.O. Hazard Class: NA
I.M.O. Subsidiary Risk: NA
I.M.O. UN Number: NA
I.M.O. Packing Group: NA
A.D.R.:
A.D.R. Proper Shipping Name: Not Currently Regulated
--
A.D.R Hazard Class: NA
A.D.R. Subsidiary Risk: NA
A.D.R. UN-Number:: NA
A.D.R. Packing Group: NA
Additional Information: This product may be shipped as part of a chemical kit composed of various
compatible dangerous goods for analytical or testing purposes. This kit would have the following
classification: Proper Shipping Name: Chemical Kit Hazard Class: 9 UN Number 3316
_____________________________________________________________________________
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
National Inventories:
EEC Inventory Status: All ingredients used to make this product are listed on EINECS / ELINCS.
EEC Number: Not applicable.
EEC LABEL COPY:
EU Symbols: Not applicable
R PHRASES: Not applicable
S PHRASES: Not applicable
_____________________________________________________________________________
16. OTHER INFORMATION
References: 29 CFR 1900 - 1910 (Code of Federal Regulations - Labor). CCINFO RTECS. Canadian Centre
for Occupational Health and Safety. Hamilton, Ontario Canada: 30 June 1993. Fire Protection Guide on
Hazardous Materials, 10th Ed. Quincy, MA: National Fire Protection Fire Protection Guide on Hazardous
Materials, 10th Ed. Quincy, MA: National Fire Protection Association, 1991. IARC Monographs on the
Evaluation of the Carcinogenic Risks to Humans. World Health Organization (Volumes 1-42) Supplement 7.
France: 1987. List of Dangerous Substances Classified in Annex I of the EEC Directive (67/548) -
Classification, Packaging and Labeling of Dangerous Substances, Amended July 1992. Sixth Annual Report
on Carcinogens, 1991. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Rockville, MD: Technical
Resources, Inc. 1991. Technical Judgment. TLV's Threshold Limit Values and Biological Exposure Indices
for 1992-1993. American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists, 1992. Verschueren, Karel.
Handbook of Environmental Data on Organic Chemicals. New York: Van Nostrand Reinhold Co., 1977.
R PHRASES: Not applicable
Use of the substance/preparation: Alkalinity determination
Revision Summary: Updates in Section(s) 15,
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Legend:
NA - Not Applicable w/w - weight/weight
ND - Not Determined w/v - weight/volume
NV - Not Available v/v - volume/volume
USER RESPONSIBILITY: Each user should read and understand this information and incorporate it in individual
site safety programs in accordance with applicable hazard communication standards and regulations.
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IS BASED ON DATA CONSIDERED TO BE ACCURATE.
HOWEVER, NO WARRANTY IS EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED REGARDING THE ACCURACY OF
THESE DATA OR THE RESULTS TO BE OBTAINED FROM THE USE THEREOF.
HACH COMPANY ©2006
World Headquarters
Hach Company
P.O.Box 389 MSDS No: M00299
Loveland, CO USA 80539
(970) 669-3050
SAFETY DATA SHEET
_____________________________________________________________________________
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE
COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
Product Name: Sulfuric Acid 1,600 ± 0,008 N
Catalog Number: 1438901
HACH LANGE GmbH Emergency Telephone Numbers:
Willstätterstrasse 11 (Poison Information Center Main)
40549 Düsseldorf, Germany (+49 (0) 6131 19240) 24 HR
+49-(0)211-52880
SDS Number: M00299
Chemical Name: Not applicable
Chemical Formula: Not applicable
Chemical Family: Not applicable
Use of the substance/preparation: Alkalinity determination
CAS No.: Not applicable
Hazard: Carcinogen. Causes eye burns.
Date of MSDS Preparation:
Day: 03
Month: May
Year: 2006
Additional Emergency Response Numbers: Austria: +49 (0)6131 19240, Belgium: +32-(0)70-245245,
France: +33-(0)1-40370404, Italy: +39-02-66101029, Netherlands: +31-(0)30-2748888, Switzerland: +41-
(0)1-2515151
_____________________________________________________________________________
2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Demineralized Water
EEC Number: 2317912
CAS No.: 7732-18-5
Percent Range: 90,0 - 100,0
Percent Range Units: volume / volume
Ingredient EEC Symbol: Not applicable
Ingredient R phrase(s) (R phrase details given in Heading 16): Not applicable
TLV: Not established
PEL: Not established
EU Occupational Exposure Limits: Not established
Other component
EEC Number: Not applicable
CAS No.: Not applicable
Percent Range: 0,01 - 0,1
Percent Range Units: weight / weight
Ingredient EEC Symbol: Not applicable
Ingredient R phrase(s) (R phrase details given in Heading 16): Not applicable
TLV: Not established
PEL: Not established
EU Occupational Exposure Limits: Not established
Sulfuric Acid
EEC Number: 2316395
CAS No.: 7664-93-9
Percent Range: 1,0 - 10,0
Percent Range Units: volume / volume
Ingredient EEC Symbol: Xi - IRRITATING
Ingredient R phrase(s) (R phrase details given in Heading 16): R 36/38
TLV: 1 mg/m³ (TWA); 3 mg/m³ (STEL)
PEL: 1 mg/m³
EU Occupational Exposure Limits: 0,1 mg/m3
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3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Emergency Overview:
Appearance: Clear, colorless
Odor: Acidic
EU Symbols: Xi - IRRITATING
R PHRASES: R 36/38: Irritating to eyes and skin.
Protective Equipment:
Potential Health Effects:
Eye Contact (EC): Causes irritation
Skin Contact (EC): No effects are anticipated
Skin Absorption (EC): None Reported
Target Organs (SA E): None Reported
Ingestion (EC): Causes: irritation of the mouth and esophagus May cause: vomiting diarrhea
Target Organs (Ing E): None Reported
Inhalation: May cause: respiratory tract irritation teeth erosion mouth soreness difficult breathing
Target Organs (Inh E): Lungs
Medical Conditions Aggravated: Pre-existing: Eye conditions Respiratory conditions
Chronic Effects: Chronic overexposure may cause erosion of the teeth chronic irritation or inflammation
of the lungs cancer
Cancer / Reproductive Toxicity Information:
An ingredient of this mixture is: IARC Group 1: Recognized Carcinogen
Sulfuric Acid - The IARC evaluation was based on exposure to the mist or vapor of concentrated sulfuric
acid generated during chemical processes.
Additional Cancer / Reproductive Toxicity Information: None reported
Toxicologically Synergistic Products: None reported
_____________________________________________________________________________
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Eye Contact: Immediately flush eyes with water for 15 minutes. Call physician.
Skin Contact (First Aid): Wash skin with plenty of water.
Ingestion (First Aid): Do not induce vomiting. Give 1-2 glasses of water. Call physician immediately.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air.
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5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flammable Properties: Material will not burn. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be
generated by thermal decomposition.
Hazardous Combustion Products: This material will not burn.
Fire / Explosion Hazards: This product will not burn or explode.
Static Discharge: None reported.
Mechanical Impact: None reported
Extinguishing Media: Use media appropriate to surrounding fire conditions
Extinguishing Media NOT To Be Used: Not applicable
Fire Fighting Instruction: As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand and full
protective gear.
_____________________________________________________________________________
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Spill Response Notice:
Only persons properly qualified to respond to an emergency involving hazardous substances should respond
to a spill involving chemicals. See Section 13, Special Instructions for disposal assistance.
Containment Technique: Absorb spilled liquid with non-reactive sorbent material. Stop spilled material from
being released to the environment.
Clean-up Technique: Cover spilled material with an alkali, such as soda ash or sodium bicarbonate. Scoop
up slurry into a large beaker. Adjust to a pH between 6 and 9 with an alkali, such as soda ash or sodium
bicarbonate. Flush reacted material to the drain with a large excess of water. Decontaminate the area of the
spill with a soap solution.
Evacuation Procedure: Evacuate local area (15 foot radius or as directed by your facility's emergency
response plan) when: any quantity is spilled. If conditions warrant, increase the size of the evacuation.
_____________________________________________________________________________
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling: Avoid contact with eyes Do not breathe mist or vapors. Use with adequate ventilation. Maintain
general industrial hygiene practices when using this product. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Storage: Store between 10° and 25°C.
Special Packaging Instructions: Not applicable
Use of the substance/preparation: Alkalinity determination
_____________________________________________________________________________
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Engineering Controls: Have an eyewash station nearby. Use general ventilation to minimize exposure to
mist, vapor or dust. Maintain general industrial hygiene practices when using this product.
Personal Protective Equipment:
Eye Protection: safety glasses with top and side shields
Skin / Hand Protection: disposable latex gloves lab coat
Inhalation Protection: adequate ventilation
Precautionary Measures: Avoid contact with: eyes skin Do not breathe: mist/vapor Use with adequate
ventilation. Protect from: heat
TLV: Not established
PEL: Not established
EU Occupational Exposure Limits: Not established
_____________________________________________________________________________
9. PHYSICAL / CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance: Clear, colorless
Physical State: Liquid
Odor: Acidic
pH: < 0,5
Vapor Pressure: Not determined
Vapor Density (air = 1): Not determined
Boiling Point: ~ 100 °C (212 °F)
Melting Point: Not determined
Flash Point: Not applicable
Method: Not applicable
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable
Flammability Limits:
Lower Explosion Limits: Not applicable
Upper Explosion Limits: Not applicable
Specific Gravity (water = 1): 1,047
Evaporation Rate (water = 1): 0,53
Volatile Organic Compounds Content: Not applicable
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol / water): Not applicable
Solubility:
Water: Soluble
Acid: Soluble
Other: Not determined
Metal Corrosivity:
Steel: 0,096 in/yr
Aluminum: Not determined
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10. STABILITY / REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability: Stable when stored under proper conditions.
Conditions to Avoid: Extreme temperatures Exposure to air. Heating to decomposition.
Reactivity / Incompatibility: Incompatible with: alkalies oxidizers reducers
Hazardous Decomposition: Heating to decomposition releases toxic and/or corrosive fumes of: sulfur oxides
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
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11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Product Toxicological Data:
LD50: None reported
LC50: None reported
Dermal Toxicity Data: None reported
Skin and Eye Irritation Data: Skintesting with 10% solution shows no irritation.
Mutation Data: None reported
Reproductive Effects Data: None reported
--
Ingredient Toxicological Data: Sulfuric Acid: Oral rat LD50 = 2140 mg/kg, Inhalation rat LC50 87
ppm/4Hours
An ingredient of this mixture is: IARC Group 1: Recognized Carcinogen
Sulfuric Acid - The IARC evaluation was based on exposure to the mist or vapor of concentrated sulfuric acid
generated during chemical processes.
_____________________________________________________________________________
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Product Ecological Information: --
No ecological data available for this product.
Ingredient Ecological Information: Sulfuric Acid: The 48-Hour TLm in flounder is 100-300 ppm.
_____________________________________________________________________________
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
NOTICE (Disposal): These disposal guidelines are based on federal regulations and may be superseded by
more stringent state or local requirements. Please consult your local environmental regulators for more
information. In Europe: Chemical and analysis solutions must be disposed of in compliance with the
respective national regulations. Product packaging must be disposed of in compliance with the country-specific
regulations or must be passed to a packaging return system.
_____________________________________________________________________________
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
I.C.A.O.:
I.C.A.O. Proper Shipping Name: Not Currently Regulated
--
ICAO Hazard Class: NA
ICAO Subsidiary Risk: NA
ICAO UN/ID Number: NA
ICAO Packing Group: NA
I.M.O.:
I.M.O. Proper Shipping Name: Not Currently Regulated
--
I.M.O. Hazard Class: NA
I.M.O. Subsidiary Risk: NA
I.M.O. UN Number: NA
I.M.O. Packing Group: NA
A.D.R.:
A.D.R. Proper Shipping Name: Not Currently Regulated
--
A.D.R Hazard Class: NA
A.D.R. Subsidiary Risk: NA
A.D.R. UN-Number:: NA
A.D.R. Packing Group: NA
Additional Information: This product may be shipped as part of a chemical kit composed of various
compatible dangerous goods for analytical or testing purposes. This kit would have the following
classification: Proper Shipping Name: Chemical Kit Hazard Class: 9 UN Number 3316
_____________________________________________________________________________
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
National Inventories:
EEC Inventory Status: All ingredients used to make this product are listed on EINECS / ELINCS.
EEC Number: Not applicable
EEC LABEL COPY:
EU Symbols: Xi - IRRITATING
R PHRASES: R 36/38: Irritating to eyes and skin.
S PHRASES: S 26: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical
advice.
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16. OTHER INFORMATION
References: TLV's Threshold Limit Values and Biological Exposure Indices for 1992-1993. American
Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists, 1992. In-house information. Technical Judgment. Air
Contaminants, Federal Register, Vol. 54, No. 12. Thursday, January 19, 1989. pp. 2332-2983. Vendor
Information. IARC Monographs on the Evaluation of the Carcinogenic Risks to Humans. World Health
Organization (Volumes 1-42) Supplement 7. France: 1987.
R PHRASES: R 36/38: Irritating to eyes and skin.
Use of the substance/preparation: Alkalinity determination
Revision Summary: Updates in Section(s) 15,
_____________________________________________________________________________
Legend:
NA - Not Applicable w/w - weight/weight
ND - Not Determined w/v - weight/volume
NV - Not Available v/v - volume/volume
USER RESPONSIBILITY: Each user should read and understand this information and incorporate it in individual
site safety programs in accordance with applicable hazard communication standards and regulations.
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IS BASED ON DATA CONSIDERED TO BE ACCURATE.
HOWEVER, NO WARRANTY IS EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED REGARDING THE ACCURACY OF
THESE DATA OR THE RESULTS TO BE OBTAINED FROM THE USE THEREOF.
HACH COMPANY ©2006
World Headquarters
Hach Company
P.O.Box 389 MSDS No: M00008
Loveland, CO USA 80539
(970) 669-3050
SAFETY DATA SHEET
_____________________________________________________________________________
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE
COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
Product Name: Phenolphthalein Indicator Powder
Catalog Number: 94299
HACH LANGE GmbH Emergency Telephone Numbers:
Willstätterstrasse 11 (Poison Information Center Main)
40549 Düsseldorf, Germany (+49 (0) 6131 19240) 24 HR
+49-(0)211-52880
SDS Number: M00008
Chemical Name: Not applicable
Chemical Formula: Not applicable
Chemical Family: Not applicable
Use of the substance/preparation: Indicator for pH
CAS No.: Not applicable
Hazard: May cause eye irritation. Experimental carcinogen.
Date of MSDS Preparation:
Day: 06
Month: February
Year: 2007
Additional Emergency Response Numbers: Austria: +49 (0)6131 19240, Belgium: +32-(0)70-245245,
France: +33-(0)1-40370404, Italy: +39-02-66101029, Netherlands: +31-(0)30-2748888, Switzerland: +41-
(0)1-2515151
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2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Phenolphthalein
EEC Number: 2010047
CAS No.: 77-09-8
Percent Range: <2
Percent Range Units: weight / weight
Ingredient EEC Symbol: Xn - HARMFUL
Ingredient R phrase(s) (R phrase details given in Heading 16): R 40
TLV: Not established
PEL: Not established
EU Occupational Exposure Limits: 3 mg/m3, Inhalable dust
Other component
EEC Number: Not applicable
CAS No.: Not applicable
Percent Range: < 1,0
Percent Range Units: weight / weight
Ingredient EEC Symbol: Not applicable
Ingredient R phrase(s) (R phrase details given in Heading 16): Not applicable
TLV: Not established
PEL: Not established
EU Occupational Exposure Limits: Not established
Sodium Chloride
EEC Number: 2315983
CAS No.: 7647-14-5
Percent Range: >95,0
Percent Range Units: weight / weight
Ingredient EEC Symbol: Not applicable
Ingredient R phrase(s) (R phrase details given in Heading 16): Not applicable
TLV: Not established
PEL: Not established
EU Occupational Exposure Limits: 3 mg/m3, Inhalable dust
_____________________________________________________________________________
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Emergency Overview:
Appearance: White or light pink powder
Odor: None
EU Symbols: Not applicable
R PHRASES: Not applicable
Protective Equipment:
Potential Health Effects:
Eye Contact (EC): May cause irritation
Skin Contact (EC): May cause irritation
Skin Absorption (EC): No effects anticipated
Target Organs (SA E): Not applicable
Ingestion (EC): May cause: vomiting dehydration diarrhea blood pressure problems muscular twitching
rigidity
Target Organs (Ing E): None Reported
Inhalation: No effects anticipated
Target Organs (Inh E): Not applicable
Medical Conditions Aggravated: Pre-existing: Eye conditions
Chronic Effects: None reported
Cancer / Reproductive Toxicity Information:
An ingredient of this mixture is: IARC Group 2B: Experimental Carcinogen
Phenolphthalein
Additional Cancer / Reproductive Toxicity Information: Contains: a suspected mutagen.
Toxicologically Synergistic Products: None reported
_____________________________________________________________________________
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Eye Contact: Flush eyes with water. Call physician if irritation develops.
Skin Contact (First Aid): Wash skin with plenty of water.
Ingestion (First Aid): Give large quantities of water. Call physician immediately.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air.
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5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flammable Properties: During a fire, this product decomposes to form toxic gases.
Hazardous Combustion Products: Toxic fumes of: chlorides sodium oxides
Fire / Explosion Hazards: May react violently with: bromine trifluoride
Static Discharge: None reported.
Mechanical Impact: None reported
Extinguishing Media: Use media appropriate to surrounding fire conditions
Extinguishing Media NOT To Be Used: Not applicable
Fire Fighting Instruction: As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand and full
protective gear.
_____________________________________________________________________________
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Spill Response Notice:
Only persons properly qualified to respond to an emergency involving hazardous substances should respond
to a spill involving chemicals. See Section 13, Special Instructions for disposal assistance.
Containment Technique: Stop spilled material from being released to the environment.
Clean-up Technique: Scoop up spilled material into a large beaker and dissolve with water. Dilute with a
large excess of water. Flush the spilled material to the drain with a large excess of water. Decontaminate the
area of the spill with a soap solution.
Evacuation Procedure: Evacuate as needed to perform spill clean-up. If conditions warrant, increase the size
of the evacuation.
_____________________________________________________________________________
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling: Avoid contact with eyes skin Wash thoroughly after handling. Maintain general industrial
hygiene practices when using this product.
Storage: Keep container tightly closed when not in use.
Special Packaging Instructions: Not applicable
Use of the substance/preparation: Indicator for pH
_____________________________________________________________________________
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Engineering Controls: Maintain general industrial hygiene practices when using this product.
Personal Protective Equipment:
Eye Protection: safety glasses with top and side shields
Skin / Hand Protection: disposable latex gloves lab coat
Inhalation Protection: adequate ventilation
Precautionary Measures: Avoid contact with: eyes skin Wash thoroughly after handling.
TLV: Not established
PEL: Not established
EU Occupational Exposure Limits: 3 mg/m3, Inhalable dust
_____________________________________________________________________________
9. PHYSICAL / CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance: White or light pink powder
Physical State: Solid
Odor: None
pH: of 5% solution = 6,2
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable
Vapor Density (air = 1): Not applicable
Boiling Point: Not applicable
Melting Point: 258°-262°C (496°-504°F)
Flash Point: Not applicable
Method: Not applicable
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable
Flammability Limits:
Lower Explosion Limits: Not applicable
Upper Explosion Limits: Not applicable
Specific Gravity (water = 1): 2,10
Evaporation Rate (water = 1): Not applicable
Volatile Organic Compounds Content: Not applicable
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol / water): Not determined
Solubility:
Water: Soluble
Acid: Soluble
Other: Not determined
Metal Corrosivity:
Steel: Not determined
Aluminum: Not determined
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10. STABILITY / REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability: Stable when stored under proper conditions.
Conditions to Avoid: Heating to decomposition. Excess moisture
Reactivity / Incompatibility: Incompatible with: bromine trifluoride lithium
Hazardous Decomposition: Toxic fumes of: chlorides sodium oxides
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
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11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Product Toxicological Data:
LD50: None reported
LC50: None reported
Dermal Toxicity Data: None reported
Skin and Eye Irritation Data: None reported
Mutation Data: None reported
Reproductive Effects Data: In a laboratory test, single subcutaneous injection of sodium chloride into
pregnant mice at the level of 2500 mg/kg caused fetal deaths and malformations.
In a laboratory test, mice given a 2% NaCl solution in place of drinking water during pregnancy produced
hypertensive adult offspring.
Ingredient Toxicological Data: Sodium Chloride: Oral rat LD50 = 3000 mg/kg
An ingredient of this mixture is: IARC Group 2B: Experimental Carcinogen
Phenolphthalein
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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Product Ecological Information: --
No ecological data available for this product.
Ingredient Ecological Information: --
No ecological data available for the ingredients of this product.
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13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
NOTICE (Disposal): These disposal guidelines are based on federal regulations and may be superseded by
more stringent state or local requirements. Please consult your local environmental regulators for more
information. In Europe: Chemical and analysis solutions must be disposed of in compliance with the
respective national regulations. Product packaging must be disposed of in compliance with the country-specific
regulations or must be passed to a packaging return system.
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14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
I.C.A.O.:
I.C.A.O. Proper Shipping Name: Not Currently Regulated
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ICAO Hazard Class: NA
ICAO Subsidiary Risk: NA
ICAO UN/ID Number: NA
ICAO Packing Group: NA
I.M.O.:
I.M.O. Proper Shipping Name: Not Currently Regulated
--
I.M.O. Hazard Class: NA
I.M.O. Subsidiary Risk: NA
I.M.O. UN Number: NA
I.M.O. Packing Group: NA
A.D.R.:
A.D.R. Proper Shipping Name: Not Currently Regulated
--
A.D.R Hazard Class: NA
A.D.R. Subsidiary Risk: NA
A.D.R. UN-Number:: NA
A.D.R. Packing Group: NA
Additional Information: This product may be shipped as part of a chemical kit composed of various
compatible dangerous goods for analytical or testing purposes. This kit would have the following
classification: Proper Shipping Name: Chemical Kit Hazard Class: 9 UN Number 3316
_____________________________________________________________________________
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
National Inventories:
EEC Inventory Status: All ingredients used to make this product are listed on EINECS / ELINCS.
EEC Number: Not applicable
EEC LABEL COPY:
EU Symbols: Not applicable
R PHRASES: Not applicable
S PHRASES: Not applicable
_____________________________________________________________________________
16. OTHER INFORMATION
References: 29 CFR 1900 - 1910 (Code of Federal Regulations - Labor). Air Contaminants, Federal Register,
Vol. 54, No. 12. Thursday, January 19, 1989. pp. 2332-2983. TLV's Threshold Limit Values and Biological
Exposure Indices for 1992-1993. American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists, 1992.
Technical Judgment. Journal of Clinical Investigations 41: 710-714 (1962). Acta Anat. 74: 121-124 (1969).
Fire Protection Guide on Hazardous Materials, 10th Ed. Quincy, MA: National Fire Protection Fire Protection
Guide on Hazardous Materials, 10th Ed. Quincy, MA: National Fire Protection Association, 1991. In-house
information.
R PHRASES: Not applicable
Use of the substance/preparation: Indicator for pH
Revision Summary: Updates in Section(s) 14,
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Legend:
NA - Not Applicable w/w - weight/weight
ND - Not Determined w/v - weight/volume
NV - Not Available v/v - volume/volume
USER RESPONSIBILITY: Each user should read and understand this information and incorporate it in individual
site safety programs in accordance with applicable hazard communication standards and regulations.
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IS BASED ON DATA CONSIDERED TO BE ACCURATE.
HOWEVER, NO WARRANTY IS EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED REGARDING THE ACCURACY OF
THESE DATA OR THE RESULTS TO BE OBTAINED FROM THE USE THEREOF.
HACH COMPANY ©2007
World Headquarters
Hach Company
P.O.Box 389 MSDS No: M00009
Loveland, CO USA 80539
(970) 669-3050
SAFETY DATA SHEET
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1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE
COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
Product Name: Bromcresol Green-Methyl Red Indicator Powder
Catalog Number: 94399
HACH LANGE GmbH Emergency Telephone Numbers:
Willstätterstrasse 11 (Poison Information Center Main)
40549 Düsseldorf, Germany (+49 (0) 6131 19240) 24 HR
+49-(0)211-52880
SDS Number: M00009
Chemical Name: Not applicable
Chemical Formula: Not applicable
Chemical Family: Not applicable
Use of the substance/preparation: Indicator for pH
CAS No.: Not applicable
Hazard: May cause irritation.
Date of MSDS Preparation:
Day: 12
Month: 01
Year: 2006
Additional Emergency Response Numbers: Austria: +49 (0)6131 19240, Belgium: +32-(0)70-245245, France: +33
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(0)1-40370404, Italy: +39-0266101029, Netherlands: +31 -(0)30-2748888, Switzerland: +41-(0)1-2515151
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2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Other components, each
EEC Number: Not applicable
CAS No.: Not applicable
Percent Range: < 1,0
Percent Range Units: weight / weight
Ingredient EEC Symbol: Not applicable
Ingredient R phrase(s) (R phrase details given in Heading 16): Not applicable
TLV: Not established
PEL: Not established
EU Occupational Exposure Limits: Not established
Potassium Chloride
EEC Number: 2312118
CAS No.: 7447407
--
Percent Range: >98
Percent Range Units: weight / weight
Ingredient EEC Symbol: Not applicable
Ingredient R phrase(s) (R phrase details given in Heading 16): Not applicable
TLV: Not established.
PEL: Not established.
EU Occupational Exposure Limits: 3 mg/m3, Inhalable dust
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3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Emergency Overview:
Appearance: Red-brown to green powder
Odor: None
EU Symbols: Not applicable
R PHRASES: Not applicable
Protective Equipment:
Potential Health Effects:
Eye Contact (EC): May cause irritation
Skin Contact (EC): May cause irritation
Skin Absorption (EC): No effects anticipated
Target Organs (SA E): Not applicable
Ingestion (EC): May cause: gastrointestinal disturbances blood pressure problems cardiac depression gastroenteritis
Target Organs (Ing E): None Reported
Inhalation: May cause: irritation of nose and throat
Target Organs (Inh E): None Reported
Medical Conditions Aggravated: Pre-existing: Kidney conditions
Chronic Effects: None reported
Cancer / Reproductive Toxicity Information:
This product does NOT contain any IARC listed chemicals.
Additional Cancer / Reproductive Toxicity Information: None reported
Toxicologically Synergistic Products: None reported
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4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Eye Contact: Immediately flush eyes with water for 15 minutes. Call physician.
Skin Contact (First Aid): Wash skin with plenty of water. Call physician if irritation develops.
Ingestion (First Aid): Give large quantities of water. Call physician immediately.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air.
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5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flammable Properties: Does not burn, but may melt in a fire, releasing toxic fumes.
Hazardous Combustion Products: None reported
Fire / Explosion Hazards: None reported
Static Discharge: None reported.
Mechanical Impact: None reported
Extinguishing Media: Use media appropriate to surrounding fire conditions
Extinguishing Media NOT To Be Used: Not applicable
Fire Fighting Instruction: As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand and full protective
gear.
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6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Spill Response Notice:
Only persons properly qualified to respond to an emergency involving hazardous substances should respond to a spill
involving chemicals. See Section 13, Special Instructions for disposal assistance.
Containment Technique: Stop spilled material from being released to the environment.
Clean-up Technique: Sweep up material. Dilute with a large excess of water. Flush the spilled material to the drain with
a large excess of water.
Evacuation Procedure: Evacuate as needed to perform spill clean-up. If conditions warrant, increase the size of the
evacuation.
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7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling: Avoid contact with eyes skin Do not breathe dust. Wash thoroughly after handling. Maintain general
industrial hygiene practices when using this product.
Storage: Keep container tightly closed when not in use.
Special Packaging Instructions: Not applicable
Use of the substance/preparation: Indicator for pH
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8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Engineering Controls: Maintain general industrial hygiene practices when using this product.
Personal Protective Equipment:
Eye Protection: safety glasses with top and side shields
Skin / Hand Protection: disposable latex gloves lab coat
Inhalation Protection: adequate ventilation
Precautionary Measures: Avoid contact with: eyes skin Do not breathe: dust Wash thoroughly after handling.
TLV: Not established
PEL: Not established
EU Occupational Exposure Limits: 3 mg/m3, Inhalable dust
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9. PHYSICAL / CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance: Red-brown to green powder
Physical State: Solid
Odor: None
pH: of 5% solution = 9,0
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable
Vapor Density (air = 1): Not applicable
Boiling Point: Not applicable
Melting Point: 181°C (358°F)
Flash Point: Not applicable
Method: Not applicable
Autoignition Temperature: Not determined
Flammability Limits:
Lower Explosion Limits: Not applicable
Upper Explosion Limits: Not applicable
Specific Gravity (water = 1): 1,91
Evaporation Rate (water = 1): Not applicable
Volatile Organic Compounds Content: Not applicable
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol / water): Not determined
Solubility:
Water: Soluble
Acid: Soluble
Other: Not determined
Metal Corrosivity:
Steel: Not determined
Aluminum: Not determined
______________________________________
10. STABILITY / REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability: Stable when stored under proper conditions.
Conditions to Avoid: Extreme temperatures Excess moisture
Reactivity / Incompatibility: None reported
Hazardous Decomposition: Toxic fumes of: chlorides
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
______________________________________
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Product Toxicological Data:
LD50: None reported
LC50: None reported
Dermal Toxicity Data: None reported
Skin and Eye Irritation Data: None reported
Mutation Data: None reported
Reproductive Effects Data: None reported
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Ingredient Toxicological Data: Potassium Chloride: Oral rat LD50 = 2600 mg/kg, Oral man LDLo = 20 mg/kg
This product does NOT contain any IARC listed chemicals.
______________________________________
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Product Ecological Information: --
No ecological data available for this product.
Ingredient Ecological Information: --
No ecological data available for the ingredients of this product.
______________________________________
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
NOTICE (Disposal): These disposal guidelines are based on federal regulations and may be superseded by more stringent
state or local requirements. Please consult your local environmental regulators for more information. In Europe: Chemical
and analysis solutions must be disposed of in compliance with the respective national regulations. Product packaging must
be disposed of in compliance with the country-specific regulations or must be passed to a packaging return system.
______________________________________
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
I.C.A.O.:
I.C.A.O. Proper Shipping Name: Not Currently Regulated
--
ICAO Hazard Class: NA
ICAO Subsidiary Risk: NA
ICAO UN/ID Number: NA
ICAO Packing Group: NA
I.M.O.:
I.M.O. Proper Shipping Name: Not Currently Regulated
--
I.M.O. Hazard Class: NA
I.M.O. Subsidiary Risk: NA
I.M.O. UN Number: NA
I.M.O. Packing Group: NA
A.D.R.:
A.D.R. Proper Shipping Name: Not Currently Regulated
--
A.D.R Hazard Class: NA
A.D.R. Subsidiary Risk: NA
A.D.R. UN-Number:: NA
A.D.R. Packing Group: NA
Additional Information: This product may be shipped as part of a chemical kit composed of various compatible
dangerous goods for analytical or testing purposes. This kit would have the following classification: Proper Shipping
Name: Chemical Kit Hazard Class: 9 UN Number 3316
______________________________________
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
National Inventories:
EEC Inventory Status: All ingredients used to make this product are listed on EINECS / ELINCS.
EEC Number: Not applicable
EEC LABEL COPY:
EU Symbols: Not applicable
R PHRASES: Not applicable
S PHRASES: Not applicable
______________________________________
16. OTHER INFORMATION
References: 29 CFR 1900 - 1910 (Code of Federal Regulations - Labor). Air Contaminants, Federal Register, Vol. 54,
No. 12. Thursday, January 19, 1989. pp. 2332-2983. TLV's Threshold Limit Values and Biological Exposure Indices for
1992-1993. American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists, 1992. Technical Judgment. In-house
information. Fire Protection Guide on Hazardous Materials, 10th Ed. Quincy, MA: National Fire Protection Fire
Protection Guide on Hazardous Materials, 10th Ed. Quincy, MA: National Fire Protection Association, 1991.
R PHRASES: Not applicable
Use of the substance/preparation: Indicator for pH
Revision Summary: Updates in Section(s) 14,
_______________________________________
Legend:
NA - Not Applicable w/w - weight/weight
ND - Not Determined w/v - weight/volume
NV - Not Available v/v - volume/volume
USER RESPONSIBILITY: Each user should read and understand this information and incorporate it in individual site safety
programs in accordance with applicable hazard communication standards and regulations.
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IS BASED ON DATA CONSIDERED TO BE ACCURATE.
HOWEVER, NO WARRANTY IS EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED REGARDING THE ACCURACY OF THESE DATA
OR THE RESULTS TO BE OBTAINED FROM THE USE THEREOF.
HACH COMPANY ©2006
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