MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

Wausau Chemical Corporation, 2001 N. River Drive, Wausau, WI 54403

                                                                             Last Revision:                       January 16, 2004

HMIS Hazard 4 – Extreme                  Health              1 3 – High                       Fire                  0 2 – Moderate               Reactivity         0 1 – Slight                      Other 0 - Least

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Phones:          Wausau Chemical    715-842-2285

SECTION 1 - MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION

 

 

 

NAME:            Calcium Chloride Solution

SYNONYMS:            

SECTION 2  - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

 

 

 

COMPONENTS                    CAS #                                    PERCENT     PEL/TWA       SARA III, SEC 313   

Calcium Chloride                  010043-52-4             28-42%          10 mg/m³                   NO

Potassium Chloride              007447-40-7             0-3%               10 mg/m³                   NO

Sodium Chloride                   007647-14-5             0-2%               10 mg/m³                   NO

Water                                      007732-18-5             Balance          NA                               NO

 

SECTION 3 – CHEMICAL AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

 

 

 

Appearance:        Colorless to pale yellow liquid   Boiling Point (^oF):                              230-251 ^oF

Odor:                    None                                             Freezing Point (^oF):                          ND

pH:                        ND                                                            Specific Gravity (H₂O=1 @ 77^oF):  1.275-1.439

Water solubility:                     Complete                   Vapor Pressure, mm Hg, 25^oC:      9-15

Vapor Density (air=1):          ND                              Volatile Organic (VOC) content:      NA

Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1)                     ND

 

SECTION 4 – FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS

 

 

Flash Point (Method):                       None               Explosive Limits: Lower       None   Upper             None  

Flammable Limits:                None               Auto Ignition Temperature:   None

Extinguishing Media:                        Does not burn. Use extinguishing agent for surrounding materials.

 

Special Fire Fighting Procedures and Hazards:   Wear chemical protective clothing and positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus. Approach upwind to avoid toxic vapors.

 

Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards:                        None known.

 

SECTION 5 – REACTIVITY INFORMATION

 

 

Stable:              X  Unstable:             Hazardous Polymerization:   Occurs:                      Does not Occur:        X

 

Conditions to Avoid:             Avoid contact with sulfuric acid.

 

Materials to Avoid:                Corrosive to some metals, e.i., brass, mild steel, aluminum, ferrous metals.

 

Decomposition Products:    Does not decompose.

 

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SECTION 6 – HEALTH HAZARDS – PROTECTIVE MEASURES  – FIRST AID

 

 

Carcinogen:   No

 

EYES:             Can cause severe irritation. Use chemical goggles when handling this product. In the event of contact flush with water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if symptoms develop.

 

SKIN:              Can cause skin irritation on repeated or prolonged contact. Use neoprene or rubber gloves and apron when handling this product. In the event of contact flush with water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if symptoms develop.

 

INHALATION:            Mist or vapors can cause irritation of the respiratory system.

 

INGESTION:              Can cause gastrointestinal irritation or ulceration. Single dose toxicity is low. Drink large amounts of water. Do Not induce vomiting. Get immediate medical attention.

 

IN ALL CASES:        GET PROMPT MEDICAL ATTENTION IF ADVERSE EFFECTS PERSIST

 

PRIMARY ROUTES OF ENTRY:    Skin, eyes, inhalation, ingestion.

 

HYGIENE:      Wash hands and face before eating or drinking. Wash soiled clothing before wearing again if contact occurs.

SECTION 7 – PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING, STORAGE AND USE

 

 

 

SPILLS AND LEAKS:          Contain to prevent loss to the environment. Collect excess material. Flush

residual material to a sanitary sewer.

 

STORAGE AND HANDLING:         Keep containers closed. Store at temperatures above 32 ^oF for concentrations above 36%.

 

WASTE DISPOSAL:                        Follow recommendations of local, state and federal regulations.

 

EMPTY CONTAINERS:       Rinse thoroughly with water. Replace and firmly tighten closures. Send to a recycling center or return to Wausau Chemical Corporation.

 

SECTION 8 – REGULATORY INFORMATION

 

 

 

DOT SHIPPING DESCRIPTION:                None

 

LABEL REQUIRED                                      None

 

The information contained herein is given in good faith, but no warranty, representation, inducement or license of any kind is made, except that the information is accurate to the best of Wausau Chemical Corporation’s knowledge, or is obtained from sources believed by Wausau Chemical Corporation to be reliable and accurate. Wausau Chemical Corporation does not assume any legal responsibility for use or reliance upon the information being furnished. Customers are encouraged to conduct their own tests. Before using any product, read the container label directions as well as the Material Safety Data Sheet.

 

 

 

 

 

 

ND – Not Determined                       NA – Not Applicable             NE – Not Established