MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

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

                                                                             Last Revision:                           May 18, 2005

HMIS Hazard 4 – Extreme                  Health              3 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:            SHC-FOAMING ALKALI

SYNONYMS:             High foaming alkaline cleaner

SECTION 2  - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

 

 

 

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

Sodium Hydroxide                                131-73-2         20%                 2 mg/m3                       NO

Potassium Hydroxide                            1310-58-3         9%                 2 mg/m3                       NO

Diethylene glycol methyl ether   111-77-3           4%                 NE                               YES

Surfactants                                           Blend                 5%                 NE                               NO

 

SECTION 3 – CHEMICAL AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

 

 

 

Appearance:           Clear dark liquid                             Boiling Point (^oF):                                 ND

Odor:                     Slight                                              Freezing Point (^oF):                               ND

pH:                         14 as is; 12 for a 1% solution          Specific Gravity (H₂O=1):                     1.320

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 or self-contained breathing apparatus

 

Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards:       Acid materials will create a violent reaction with heat.

 

SECTION 5 – REACTIVITY INFORMATION

 

 

Stable:              Yes                              Hazardous Polymerization         Does not Occur

 

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

Materials to Avoid:                   Acids.

Decomposition Products:          Not known.

 

SHC-Foaming Alkali                                                                                                              Page 2

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. Collect excess material. Rinse residual with water to a sanitary sewer.

 

STORAGE AND HANDLING:           Store at ambient temperatures.

 

WASTE DISPOSAL:              Dispose of 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.,  (Sodium Hydroxide,                                                                        Potassium Hydroxide), 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