MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

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

                                                                            Last Revision:                February 11, 2004

HMIS Hazard 4 – Extreme                  Health              2 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:                        SOLU-BREAK

SYNONYMS:             Laundry Alkali

SECTION 2  - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

 

 

 

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

Sodium Hydroxide                                1310-73-2                               2 mg/m³                No

Sodium Metasilicate                              6834-92-0                               2 mg/m³            No

 

 

 

SECTION 3 – CHEMICAL AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

 

 

 

Appearance:           Light yellow powder                       Boiling Point (^oF):                                 NA

Odor:                     Odorless                                        Melting Point (^oF):                                NA

pH:                         NA                                                            Specific Gravity (H₂O=1):                     NA

Water solubility:            Complete                                 Vapor Pressue, mm Hg, 20^oC:  NA

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):               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:       If fighting fire in the vicinity, this product generates heat when splashed with water

 

SECTION 5 – REACTIVITY INFORMATION

 

 

Stable:    Yes                                                    Hazardous Polymerization:        Does not Occur

 

Conditions to Avoid:     None known

Materials to Avoid:       Strong Acids

Decomposition Products:          Not Known.

 

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SECTION 6 – HEALTH HAZARDS – PROTECTIVE MEASURES  – FIRST AID

 

 

Carcinogen:      Not known

 

EYES:              Extremely corrosive to the eyes with possible permanent damage. Use chemical goggles when handling this material. In the event of contact immediately flush with water for 15 minutes. Get immediate medical attention if symptoms develop.

 

SKIN:              Extremely corrosive and destructive causing severe burns with deep ulcerations on prolonged contact. Use rubber or neoprene gloves and apron when handling this material. In the vent of contact immediately wash with water for 15 minutes. Get prompt medical attention if symptoms develop.

 

INHALATION:           Mist or dust can cause severe irritation or damage to the respiratory system.

 

INGESTION:              Corrosive to the mouth, esophagus and mucous membranes causing severe burns with vomiting, diarrhea and death. Fatal dose is about 5 grams. Drink large amounts of water or milk. 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:            Prevent contact with water. Collect excess material. Neutralize the residual material and flush to a sanitary sewer.

 

STORAGE AND HANDLING:           Keep containers tightly closed and away from sources of moisture. Store at ambient temperatures.

 

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

 

EMPTY CONTAINERS:        Send to a recycling center or return to Wausau Chemical Corporation.

SECTION 8 – REGULATORY INFORMATION

 

 

 

DOT SHIPPING DESCRIPTION:      Corrosive solid, Basic, Inorganic, N.O.S. (Contains Sodium                                                                              Hydroxide), 8, UN3262, 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