MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

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

                                                                             Last Revision:               January 13, 2004

HMIS Hazard

4 – Extreme                  Health              3

3 – High                       Fire                  2

2 – Moderate               Reactivity         1

1 – Slight                      Other              

0 - Least

 
 
Emergency       CHEMTREC               800-424-9300

Phones:            Wausau Chemical         715-842-2285

SECTION 1 - MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION

 

 
 
 

 

 


NAME:                        FORMALDEHYDE 37/11

SYNONYMS:             Formaldehyde/Methanol Solution

MANUFACTURER:   Borden Chemical Corp, Springfield, OR  Poison Control 800-228-5635 Ext 261

SECTION 2  - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

 
 
 

 

 


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

Formaldehyde                                      50-00-0           37%                 0.75 ppm/2.0 ppm        YES

Methanol                                              67-56-1           11%                 200 ppm/200 ppm        YES

SECTION 3 – CHEMICAL AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
 
 

 

 


Appearance:           Clear, colorless liquid                      Boiling Point (oF):                                 212oF

Odor:                     Pungent, irritating                            Freezing Point (oF):                               See storage

pH:                         ND                                                            Specific Gravity (H2O=1 @ 70oF):       1.08

Water solubility:                        Infinite                          Vapor Pressure                         40mm Hg, 39oC:

Vapor Density (air=1)   :           1                                  Volatile Organic (VOC) content            11%

Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1)                Similar to water

SECTION 4 – FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS

 

 

 

 
 
 

 


Flash Point (Method):               144oF tag C.C. Explosive Limits: Lower            7%       Upper              70%

Auto Ignition Temperature:                    788oF

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. Cool containers with water.

 

Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards:       Combustible material which can enhance a fire.

 

SECTION 5 – REACTIVITY INFORMATION

 

 

 
 
 

 


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

 

Conditions to Avoid:                 Material is stable when properly handled. Keep away from heat. High temperatures form methanol, formic acid or methylals. Low temperatures cause self-polymerization to form paraformaldehyde.

 

Materials to Avoid:                   Avoid contact with phenol, strong acids, alkalis, and hydrochloric acid.

 

Decomposition Products:          Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide

 

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SECTION 6 – HEALTH HAZARDS – PROTECTIVE MEASURES  – FIRST AID
 
 

 


Carcinogen:      Potential cancer hazard. Rats chronically exposed to 14 ppm contracted nasal cancers. Not currently regulated as a carcinogen.

 

EYES:              Causes chemical burns. Use chemical goggles when handling this product. Wash thoroughly with clean water for 15 minutes, holding eye lids apart to ensure proper irrigation Get medical attention immediately.

 

SKIN:              Can be harmful if absorbed through the skin causing. Can cause skin irritation on repeated or prolonged contact. Use neoprene or rubber gloves and apron when handling this product Wash thoroughly with detergent and clean water for 20 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing. If chemical burns occur, cover with sterile dry dressing and get medical attention.

 

INHALATION:           Harmful if inhaled. Can cause irritation of nose, throat and lungs, and can cause depression of the central nervous system. Use full face piece respirator when handling product. Remove to fresh air. If not breathing perform artificial respiration. Get medical attention immediately.

 

INGESTION:              Corrosive to the mouth, esophagus and mucous membranes. Ingestion may cause blindness, depression of central nervous system and death. 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.

 

DELAYED HAZARDS:           Prolonged exposure can produce reproductive disorders. May cause lung or liver and kidney damage. Pre-existing respiratory disorders may be aggravated. May cause blindness and death if ingested.

 

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:            Wear appropriate protective equipment. Eliminate all ignition sources. Ventilate area. Contain to prevent loss to the environment. Collect excess material. Absorb and collect residual material and dispose of according to local, state, and federal requirements.

 

STORAGE AND HANDLING:           Keep containers tightly closed. Store between 55 to 100 oF. Low temperatures create degradation of the product.

 

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

 

EMPTY CONTAINERS:        Rinse with water. Replace and firmly tighten closures. Store away from excessive heat or ignition sources. May contain explosive vapors. Do not cut, puncture , or weld on or nearby. Send to a recycling center or return to Wausau Chemical Corporation.

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SECTION 8 – REGULATORY INFORMATION

 
 
 

 

 


DOT SHIPPING DESCRIPTION:                  Formaldehyde Solutions, 8, UN2209, PG III RQ=100 lbs

 

LABEL REQUIRED                                        Corrosive

 

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

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