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                  1 2 – Moderate               Reactivity         0 1 – Slight                      Other 0 - Least

Emergency       CHEMTREC              800-424-9300

Phones:            Wausau Chemical         715-842-2285

SECTION 1 - MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION

 

 

 

NAME:                        CHELATE EDTA-39%

SYNONYMS:             Tetrasodium EDTA

MANUFACTURER:   Akzo Nobel Chemicals Inc

SECTION 2  - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

 

HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL               CAS #             PERCENT       PEL/TWA        SARA III, SEC 313    

 

HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL               CAS #             PERCENT       PEL/TWA        SARA III, SEC 313    

Tetrasodium salt of Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid

                                                            000064-02-8   37-41%           ND                              NO

Trisodium Nitrilotriacetate                     00564-31-3     1-2%               ND                              NO

Sodium hydroxide                                 001310-73-2   0.5-1.5%           2 mg/m³         NO

 

SECTION 3 – CHEMICAL AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

 

 

 

Appearance:           Light yellow liquid               Boiling Point (^oF):                                 224.6 ^oF

Odor:                     Slight ammoniacal               Freezing Point (^oF):                               -7.7 ^oF

pH:                         ND                                                            Specific Gravity (H₂O=1 @ 70^oF):       1.280

Water solubility:                        Complete                     Vapor Pressure, mm Hg, 20^oC: 14.7

Vapor Density (air=1)               Same as water              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:                 Water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide or alcohol resistant foam.

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:                 Elevated temperatures

Materials to Avoid:                   Avoid contact with metals such as aluminum.  Avoid contact with strong oxidizers.  Hydrogen is formed in the presence of aluminum, strong oxidizers.

Materials to Avoid:                   Avoid contact with metals such as aluminum.  Avoid contact with strong oxidizers.  Hydrogen is formed in the presence of aluminum, strong oxidizers.

Decomposition Products:          Depends on temperature, air supply and the presence of other materials

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Decomposition Products:          Depends on temperature, air supply and the presence of other material.

SECTION 6 – HEALTH HAZARDS – PROTECTIVE MEASURES  – FIRST AID

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Carcinogen:      No

 

EYES:              May cause severe irritation with corneal injury that may result in permanent impairment of vision, even blindness. Use chemical goggles when handling. In the event of contact immediately flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention if symptoms develop.

 

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

 

INHALATION:           Single exposure to vapors is not expected to pose a hazard; vapors are primarily water.  Mists may cause irritation of upper respiratory tract.

 

INGESTION:              Do not induce vomiting.  Give large amounts of water or milk if available and transport to medical facility.

 

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.

 

STORAGE AND HANDLING:           Keep containers tightly closed. Store at ambient temperatures.

 

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

 

EMPTY CONTAINERS:        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