MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

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

                                                                             Last Revision:              January 04, 2004

HMIS Hazard

4 – Extreme                  Health              3

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:            #32 ALUMINUM BRIGHTNER

SYNONYMS:            

SECTION 2  - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

 
 
 

 

 


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

Phosphoric Acid                                  7664-38-2       20%                 1mg/m3                         NO

Hydrofluoric Acid                                 7664-39-3       2.75%              3 ppm                          NO

 

SECTION 3 – CHEMICAL AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
 
 

 

 


Appearance:                 Clear, light green liquid  Boiling Point (oF):                                 about 216 oF

Odor:                           Characteristic acidic                  Freezing Point (oF):                               ND

pH:                               1 to 1.5                                    Specific Gravity (H2O=1):                     1.130

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

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

Evaporation Rate (Water = 1)               >1

 

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:                 Not applicable

 

Special Fire Fighting Procedures and Hazards:  None

 

Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards:                   When heated to boiling, highly toxic hydrogen fluoride gas is emitted.

SECTION 5 – REACTIVITY INFORMATION

 

 

 
 
 

 


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

 

Conditions to Avoid:                 None known.

 

Materials to Avoid:                   Corrodes glass, ceramics and cement

 

Decomposition Products:          Hydrogen fluoride gas when heated to decomposition.

 

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SECTION 6 – HEALTH HAZARDS – PROTECTIVE MEASURES  – FIRST AID
 
 

 


Carcinogen:      Not known

 

EYES:              Can cause severe and/or permanent damage. Use chemical goggles when handling. In the event of contact flush with water for 15 minutes. Get immediate medical attention if symptoms develop.

 

SKIN:              Can cause severe skin irritation on contact. Use neoprene or rubber gloves and apron when handling. In the event of contact wash with water for 15 minutes. Take care to wash thoroughly under the finger nails. Apply 2 ½% Calcium Gluconate paste. Get immediate medical attention if symptoms develop.

 

INHALATION:           Mist or vapors can cause irritation of the respiratory system. Use a respirator with an acid cartridge. Provide good ventilation. Do not breathe vapors.

 

INGESTION:              Corrosive to the mouth, esophagus and mucous membranes. Drink large amounts of water or milk. Get immediate medical attention. Do not induce vomiting.

 

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. Neutralize with lime or soda ash.

 

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

 

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

 

EMPTY CONTAINERS:        Rinse thoroughly with water. Send to a recycling center for disposal.

 

SECTION 8 – REGULATORY INFORMATION

 
 
 

 

 


DOT SHIPPING DESCRIPTION:      Corrosive Liquid, Acidic, Inorganic, N.O.S., (Phosphoric Acid,                                                                        Hydroflouric Acid), 8, UN3264 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

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