Material Safety Data Sheet WHMIS TDG Road/Rail 8 Section 1. Product Identification and Uses Product name METEX ALKALINE DESCALER 2832 Chemical family Supplier Material uses Additional Emergency phone: Alkali. MacDermid Chemicals Inc. 4530 Eastgate Parkway Mississauga, Ontario L4W 3W6 Manufacturer Industrial applications: Refer to Technical Data Sheet. CALL CANUTEC (613) 996-6666 (24 HOURS) Code MacDermid Inc. 245 Freight Street Waterbury, CT 06702 Section 1A. First Aid Measures Eye contact Skin contact Hazardous skin contact Slight inhalation Hazardous inhalation Slight ingestion Hazardous ingestion Check for and remove any contact lenses. IMMEDIATELY flush eyes with running water for at least 15 minutes, keeping eyelids open. Get medical attention immediately. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash with soap and water. If irritation persists, get medical attention. Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek immediate medical attention. If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention immediately. Evacuate the victim to a safe area as soon as possible. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. WARNING: It may be hazardous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation when the inhaled material is toxic, infectious or corrosive. Seek immediate medical attention. Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If ingested, rinse the mouth and throat liberally with water.have conscious person drink several glasses of water. Contact physician immediately. Section 2. Hazardous Ingredients Exposure Limits Name CAS # TWA (ppm) STEL (ppm) CEIL (ppm) % by Weight Sodium hydroxide 1310-73-2 70-80 Toxicity values of the hazardous ingredients Sodium hydroxide LD50: LC50:
METEX ALKALINE DESCALER 2832 Page Number: 2 Section 3. Physical Data Physical state and appearance ph (product as is) Odour threshold Volatility Solid. Basic. Odour Taste Colour Odorless. White to off-white Melting point Boiling point Specific gravity Vapor density Vapor pressure Density Water/oil dist. coeff. Ionicity (surface active agent) Critical temperature Instability temperature Conditions of instability Dispersion properties Solubility 65 lbs/cu.ft. Soluble in water. Section 4. Fire and Explosion Data The product is: Auto-ignition temperature Fire degradation products Flash points Flammable limits Fire extinguishing procedures Flammability Risks of explosion Non-flammable. Use DRY chemicals, CO2, water spray or foam. Use extinguishing media suitable for surrounding materials. Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge:
METEX ALKALINE DESCALER 2832 Page Number: 3 Section 5. Data Stability Hazardous decomp. products Degradability degradation The product is stable. Oxides of carbon. Some metallic oxides. The products of degradation are less toxic than the product itself. Corrosivity Hazardous polymerization Reactive with acids. Will not occur. Section 6. Toxicological Properties Routes of entry TLV Toxicity to animals Chronic effects on humans Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion. LD50: LC50: Very hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant). CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Repeated exposure of the eyes to a low level of dust can produce eye irritation. Repeated skin exposure can produce local skin destruction, or dermatitis. Repeated inhalation of dust can produce varying degree of respiratory irritation or lung damage. Repeated exposure to a highly toxic material may produce general deterioration of health by an accumulation in one or many human organs. Acute effects on humans Eyes May cause irritation, tears, blurred vision and redness to the eyes. Can cause possible injury to eyes and impairment of vision. Skin Contact with liquid or mists can cause severe burns. Initial contact will be painless but blisters occur later. Gradual itching senstation will start as tissue desctruction occurs. Prompt rinsing with water will greatly reduce the chance of permanent injury. Inhalation Irritation of mucous membrane of nose/mouth/throat may occur. May cause burns to entire respiratory system. Acute pulmonary edema may develop. Ingestion May burn mouth/throat and stomach. Damage to digestive tract including corrosive effects.
METEX ALKALINE DESCALER 2832 Page Number: 4 Section 7. Preventive Measures Precautions Keep container dry. DO NOT ingest. Do not breathe dust. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the container or the label. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep away from incompatibles such as oxidizing agents, reducing agents, organic materials, metals, acids, moisture. Good general ventilation is normally required when handling or using this product. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne contaminants below the exposure limit. Splash goggles and/or face shield. Chemical resistant gloves and apron. Boots. Ensure eyewash station and safety shower is proximal to the work station location. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Storage Small spill and leak Large spill and leak in case of large large spill Waste disposal Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Do not store below 2.7778 C (37 F). Maximum: 37.77 C (100 F). Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container. DO NOT use metal tools or equipment. Sweep up and place in suitable clean, dry containers for reclamation or later disposal. Avoid dusting. Flush residue with plenty of water to chemical waste treatment drain. Stop leak if without risk. Do not get water inside container. Do not touch spilled material. Use water spray to reduce vapors. Prevent entry into sewers, basements or confined areas; dike if needed. Call for assistance on disposal. Splash goggles. Full suit. Vapor and dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self-contained breathing apparatus should be used to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE handling this product. Dispose as hazardous waste following applicable regulations. Consult your local or regional authorities. Section 8. Classification TDG road / rail TDG Class 8: Corrosive solid. Shipping name: Sodium hydroxide solid, mixture : UN1823 PG: II 8 Special provisions - No additional remark. WHMIS Class E: Corrosive solid.
METEX ALKALINE DESCALER 2832 Page Number: 5 Section 9. Other Regulatory Information Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA): Ozone Depleting Substances Hazardous Material Information System (U.S.A.) Health Hazard Fire Hazard Personal Protection 3 0 1 C CEPA DSL: All ingredients are on the list. No National Fire Protection Health Association (U.S.A.) 3 1 0 Fire Hazard Specific Hazard Additional Section 10. Ecological Information Ecotoxicity BOD5 and COD Biodegradation Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation Special s on the Biodegradation Some metallic oxides. The products of degradation are less toxic than the product itself. Section 11. Preparation References -MacDermid Inc. -Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety Validated by MacDermid Chemicals Inc. on May 31, 2007 Verified by MacDermid Chemicals Inc.. Phone number 905.624.1065 Supersedes June 16, 2004 To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is correct. All chemicals may present unknown health hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards which exist. Final determination of suitability of the chemical is the sole responsability of the user. Users of any chemical should satisfy themselves that the conditions and methods of use assure that the chemical is used safely. NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR ANY OTHER NATURE ARE MADE HERE UNDER WITH RESPECT TO THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE CHEMICAL TO WHICH THE INFORMATION REFERS.