MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

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

                                                                            Last Revision:                January 20, 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 MINUS LIQUID

SYNONYMS:            

SECTION 2  - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

 

 

 

COMPONENTS                                 CAS #             PERCENT       PEL/TWA        SARA III, SEC 313    

Carbamyl Chloride                               506-89-8         60%                 NE                               NO

 

 

 

SECTION 3 – CHEMICAL AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

 

 

 

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

Odor:                           non irritating                              Freezing Point (^oF):                               <-20 ^oF

pH:                               <1.0                                         Specific Gravity (H₂O=1):                     1.210

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

Vapor Density (air=1):  ND                              Volatile Organic (VOC) content:           None

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:                 Not applicable

 

Special Fire Fighting Procedures and Hazards:  None

 

Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards:                               None known.

 

SECTION 5 – REACTIVITY INFORMATION

 

 

Stable:    Up to 230 ^oF:             Hazardous Polymerization:   Occurs:                 Does not Occur:           X

 

Conditions to Avoid:     Contact with strong bases can cause generation of heat. Contact with chlorine containing compounds will release poisonous chlorine gas. Reactions with metals          can release flammable hydrogen gas.

 

Materials to Avoid:                   Bases, metals, perchloric acid and numerous other exotic chemicals.

Decomposition Products:          None known.

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SECTION 6 – HEALTH HAZARDS – PROTECTIVE MEASURES  – FIRST AID

 

 

Carcinogen:      No

 

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

 

SKIN:              Can cause drying, defatting and dermatitis on repeated or prolonged contact but is basically not corrosive to the skin. Use neoprene gloves and apron when handling. In the event of contact flush thoroughly with water. Get medical attention if symptoms develop.

 

INHALATION:           Not a likely route of exposure due to low vapor pressure. If the product is atomized or vaporized excessive inhalation can cause irritation to throat and respiratory system.

 

INGESTION:              Severely corrosive to the mouth, esophagus and mucous membranes. 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.

 

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. Flush

residual material to a sanitary sewer after neutralization.

 

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

 

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

 

EMPTY CONTAINERS:        Rinse with water. Send to a recycling center for disposal or       return to Wausau Chemical Corporation.

SECTION 8 – REGULATORY INFORMATION

 

 

 

DOT SHIPPING DESCRIPTION:      Not regulated for U.S. highway transportation. For air, water or Canadian shipping use       Corrosive liquid, acidic, inorganic, N.O.S., (Urea Hydrochloride), 8,                                                     UN3264 PG III

 

LABEL REQUIRED:               None for U.S. highway transportation, otherwise 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