MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

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

                                                                             Last Revision:               January 27, 2004

HMIS Hazard 4 – Extreme                  Health              2 3 – High                       Fire                  0 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:            FOAMING ALKALI #70-5.0

SYNONYMS:             Foaming alkaline, chlorinated,

                                    inhibited cleaning solution

SECTION 2  - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

 

 

 

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

Sodium Hypochlorite                            7681-52-9             5.0%          NE                               NO

Potassium Hydroxide                            1310-58-3                               2 mg/m3                       NO

 

SECTION 3 – CHEMICAL AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

 

 

 

Appearance:           Clear, yellow liquid             Boiling Point (^oF):                                 ND

Odor:                     Chlorine odor                                 Freezing Point (^oF):                               ND

pH:                         13.20 as is; 11.8 –2% solution        Specific Gravity (H₂O=1):                     1.230

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

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):               NA                  Flammable Limits: Lower          NA      Upper              NA

Auto Ignition Temperature:        NA

Extinguishing Media:     Water Fog

Special Fire Fighting Procedures and Hazards: 

Use NIOSH certified gas mask with canister for chlorine or use self-contained breathing apparatus

 

Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards:       Acid materials will create a violent reaction with heat and formation of poisonous chlorine gas.

 

SECTION 5 – REACTIVITY INFORMATION

 

 

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

 

Conditions to Avoid:     High temperatures, exposure to light, traces of catalytic metals (nickel, copper, iron, cobalt, magnesium), excess alkalinity.

Materials to Avoid:       Acids or reducible materials will create poisonous chlorine gas.

Decomposition Products:          Poisonous chlorine gas.

 

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SECTION 6 – HEALTH HAZARDS – PROTECTIVE MEASURES  – FIRST AID

 

 

Carcinogen:      Not a carcinogen

 

EYES:              Extremely corrosive and irritating to the eyes. 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:              Corrosive to the skin. Use neoprene gloves and rubber apron. In the event of contact wash with water for 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if symptoms develop.

 

INHALATION:           Inhalation of fumes is extremely irritating to the mucous membranes. Get to fresh air. Use adequate ventilation when using this product.

 

INGESTION:     Ingestion causes extreme irritation to membranes of mouth, throat and will cause stomach pain and ulceration.  DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Drink large quantities of milk or gelatin solution if available otherwise water. Get medical attention immediately.

 

IN ALL CASES:          GET PROMPT MEDICAL ATTENTION IF EFFECTS PERSIST

 

PRIMARY ROUTES OF ENTRY:      Skin, eyes, and 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 if possible. Dilute with large quantities of water.  Keep to windward when exposed to fumes.

 

STORAGE AND HANDLING: Most metals are rapidly attacked by sodium hypochlorite.  Store in well-ventilated, cool, dark area.  UV light should be excluded during storage.

 

WASTE DISPOSAL:              In accordance with local, state and federal regulations.

 

EMPTY CONTAINERS:        Rinse with water. Send to a recycler or return to Wausau Chemical Corporation.

SECTION 8 – REGULATORY INFORMATION

 

 

 

DOT SHIPPING DESCRIPTION:      Corrosive liquid, basic, inorganic,, N.O.S.,  (Potassium Hydroxide,                                                       Sodium Hypochlorite), 8, UN3266, PG II

 

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