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         0 1 – Slight                      Other 0 - Least

Emergency       CHEMTREC              800-424-9300

Phones:            Wausau Chemical         715-842-2285

SECTION 1 - MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION

 

 

 

NAME:                        PH PLUS

SYNONYMS:

SECTION 2  - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

 

 

 

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

SODIUM CARBONATE                    497-19-8                                     5 mg/m³                    NO

 

 

SECTION 3 – CHEMICAL AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

 

 

 

Appearance:           White, granular solid                       Boiling Point (^oF):                                 NA

Odor:                     None                                              Melting Point (^oF):                                1564 ^oF

pH:                         11.3 for a 1% solution                    Specific Gravity (H₂O=1 @ 70^oF):       2.53

Water solubility:            Complete (7% @ 77 ^oF)          Vapor Pressure, mm Hg, 20^oC: NA

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

Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1)                NA

 

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 combustible. Use extinguishing materials suitable for surrounding fire.

 

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:                   Carbon Dioxide formed in a fire.

 

SECTION 5 – REACTIVITY INFORMATION

 

 

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

 

Conditions to Avoid:                 Extreme heat.

 

Materials to Avoid:                   Aluminum, Fluorin, Humidity, Moisture, Sulfuric Acid, Acids, Magnesium,                                             Phosphorus Pentoxide.

 

Decomposition Products:          Carbon dioxide in a fire at over 752 ^oF.

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SECTION 6 – HEALTH HAZARDS – PROTECTIVE MEASURES  – FIRST AID

 

 

Carcinogen:      No

 

EYES:              An eye irritant. 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 wash thoroughly with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical attention if symptoms develop.

 

INHALATION:           Dust can cause irritation of the respiratory system. Remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult get medical attention.

 

INGESTION:              Low acute oral toxicity. May cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, irritation and corrosive to the mouth, esophagus and mucous membranes. Drink large amounts of water. 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:            Use proper protective equipment. Contain to prevent loss to the environment. Collect excess material. Flush the residual material to a sanitary sewer.

 

STORAGE AND HANDLING:           Keep containers tightly closed. Store in an area that is cool, dry and well ventilated.

 

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

 

EMPTY CONTAINERS:        Dispose of as thrash.

 

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