MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

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

                                                                            Last Revision:                January 28, 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:                        RUST BUSTER

SYNONYMS:            

SECTION 2  - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

 

 

 

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

OXALIC ACID                                   144-62-7                                 1 mg/m³                        NO

 

SECTION 3 – CHEMICAL AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

 

 

 

Appearance:           Colorless crystal                             Boiling Point (^oF):                     Sublimes at 302 F

Odor:                     Odorless                                        Melting Point (^oF):                    NA

pH:                         1% Solution about 1.3                    Specific Gravity (H₂O=1):         1.653

Water solubility:      Approx. 11.7% @ 20^oC                 Vapor Pressure, mm Hg, 20^oC: negligible

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

Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1)                NA

 

SECTION 4 – FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS

 

 

Flash Point (Method):   NA                              Explosive Limits: Lower            NA      Upper  NA                 

Flammable Limits:         NA                              Auto Ignition Temperature:        NA

Extinguishing Media:                 Suitable for surrounding fire

Special Fire Fighting Procedures and Hazards:  Wear NIOSH approved breathing apparatus to protect against formic acid and carbon monoxide and other toxic gases which may be present.

 

Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards:

Becomes combustible solid around 102 C (215 F), partial decomposition occurs at 150 C.  Decomposition products include carbon monoxide and formic acid, which are both toxic and flammable.  It can react violently with strong oxidizers.

 

SECTION 5 – REACTIVITY INFORMATION

 

 

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

 

Conditions to Avoid:     Temperatures of 212 F or above. Material begins to sublime with decomposition yielding toxic, flammable and corrosive gases. Evolution significant at 150 C.

 

Materials to Avoid:                   Hypochlorites, alkalies, silver, strong oxidizing materials, chlorites.

 

Decomposition Products:          Formic acid, Carbon monoxide

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SECTION 6 – HEALTH HAZARDS – PROTECTIVE MEASURES  – FIRST AID

 

 

Carcinogen:      Not a carcinogen

 

EYES:              Extreme irritant to the eyes. Use chemical goggles when handling. 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. Get medical attention if symptoms develop.

 

INGESTION:              Can be fatal if ingested. If conscious, drink milk, dilute solutions of calcium lactate (USP) or calcium gluconate (USP). 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:            Sweep up with a minimum of dusting while keeping away from flame or heat.  Collect in containers, close and label POISON. Neutralize remaining residue with alkali solution and since neutralized solution is also toxic dispose of accordingly. Keep from sewers.

 

STORAGE AND HANDLING:           Store in a cool dry ventilated place away from acute fire hazard.  Keep out of reach of children. Mark POISON.

 

WASTE DISPOSAL:              Dispose of in accordance with local, state and federal regulations.

 

EMPTY CONTAINERS:        Do not use for any other product.  Return or recycle empty container.

 

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