Material Safety Data Sheet
(MSDS)
Date of Issue: 10/30/1995 Date of Revision: 7/3/08
SECTION 1 - MANUFACTURER INFORMATION
Manufacturer Name: Weber Scientific
Trade Name: Emergency Telephone
U.S.: (800) 328-8378
WeberClean鈩?
Chemical Name or Synonym: N/A Info Telephone: 800-328-8378
Mfg. Address: 2732 Kuser Road Health: 2 Flammability: 0 Reactivity: 0
City: Hamilton State, Zip: NJ 08691
SECTION II - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
CAS Number Chemical Name Percent PEL C S TLV C S Units 313?
1310-58-3 Potassium Hydroxide <3 2 C N
mg/m3
CAS Numbers beginning with letters are codes for items with no valid CAS assignments; "PEL" is OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit; "C" indicates the standard is a
Ceiling value; "S" indicates the chemical has a "Skin Contact" notation; "TLV" is Threshold Limit Value; "313" indicates ingredient is reportable under SARA Title III,
Section 313. NA-Not Applicable; NE-Not Established; UN-Unknown
Unidentified ingredients are not considered hazardous under the Federal Hazard
Additional
Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200)
Information:
SECTION III - PHYSICAL DATA
Boiling Point (掳F): >212 Specific Gravity (H2O=1 @ 25掳C): 1.06
Vapor Pressure (mm of Hg): <18 % Volatiles by Wgt: > 82
Vapor Density (Air=1): <1 pH 1% Solution: N/A
Freezing Point F: N/A pH as Distributed: 13 (conc.)
Solubility: Complete Evaporation Rate: BuAc = 1 <1
Appearance: Milky white, thin liquid; slight odor.
SECTION IV - FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
Flash Point: N/A None to Boiling (TCC) LEL: N/A UEL: N/A
Extinguishing Media: Use media suitable for surrounding materials.
Special Procedures: No special procedures required.
Unusual Fire / Expl Hazards: None known.
Additional Information:
Hazard Ratings
HMIS: Health = 2 Flammability = 0 Reactivity = 0 Personal Protection = B
NFPA: Health = 2 Flammability = 0 Reactivity = 0
WeberClean
SECTION V - HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Primary Route of Exposure:
Inhalation, Eye and Skin Contact.
Inhalation: May cause respiratory irritation.
Skin contact: May cause reddening and irritation.
Pre-existing skin conditions and detergent allergies may be aggravated by exposure.
Eye Contact: May cause irritation and damage.
CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS / SYMPTOMS: None known.
NTP: None known IARC: N OSHA: N OTHER: N/A
Carcinogenicity Data:
First Aid
Eyes: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, while holding eyes open.
Seek prompt medical attention.
Skin: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash thoroughly with soap and water.
If irritation persists, seek medical attention. Wash clothing before reuse.
Inhalation: Move victim to fresh air. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
Ingestion: Contact local Poison Control Center or physician immediately.
SECTION VI - REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Normally stable
Incompatibility: Strong acids.
Decomposition: None known.
Polymerization: Will not occur.
SECTION VII - SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
Spill Procedures: Wear personal protective equipment (see Section VIII). Neutralize using a weak acid.
Clean up with absorbent material.
Waste Disposal Procedures: Dispose in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.
SECTION VIII - SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Respiratory: If TLV is exceeded, or for symptoms of overexposure, wear a NIOSH approved
dust / mist respirator.
Eyes: If potential for eye contact exists, wear chemical goggles.
Clothing / Protective Gloves: Wear neoprene or other chemical resistant gloves.
Ventilation: Local exhaust may be necessary under some handling / use conditions. Specific needs
should be addressed by supervisory or health / safety personnel.
SECTION IX - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Safe Handling and Storage: Store in a closed container. Do not freeze.
SECTION X 鈥? TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
DOT Information: Product Shipping by Ground Only
1 Gallon (4335-10/15)
Potassium Hydroxide Solution, 8, UN 1814, PG II
The information contained herein has been developed based upon current available scientific data. New information may be developed from time to time which may
render the conclusions of this report obsolete. Therefore, no warranty is extended as to the applicability of this information to the user's intended purpose or for the
consequences of its use or misuse.
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