Material Safety Data Sheet NFPA HMIS Personal Protective Equipment 2 0 Health Hazard Fire Hazard 2 0 See Section 5. Section. Chemical Product and Company Identification Common Name/ Trade Name Manufacturer Commercial Name(s) Synonym Chemical Name Bisacodyl SPECTRUM QUALITY PRODUCTS INC. 4422 S. SAN PEDRO STREET GARDENA, CA 90248 4,4'-(2-Pyridinylmethylene)bisphenol diacetate Catalog Number(s). CAS# RTECS TSCA CI# B323 603-50-9 SM8750000 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY CHEMTREC (24hr) 800-424-9300 Page Number: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Bisacodyl Chemical Family Chemical Formula Supplier C22H9NO4 SPECTRUM QUALITY PRODUCTS INC. 4422 S. SAN PEDRO STREET GARDENA, CA 90248 CALL (30) 56-8000 Section 2.Composition and Information on Ingredients Name CAS # Exposure Limits TWA (mg/m 3 ) STEL (mg/m 3 ) CEIL (mg/m 3 ) % by Weight ) Bisacodyl 603-50-9 00 Toxicological Data on Ingredients Bisacodyl: ORAL (LD50): Acute: 4320 mg/kg [Rat]. 7500 mg/kg [Mouse]. Section 3. Hazards Identification Potential Acute Health Effects Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation (lung irritant). Potential Chronic Health Effects CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Repeated or prolonged exposure is not known to aggravate medical condition.
Bisacodyl Page Number: 2 Section 4. First Aid Measures Eye Contact Skin Contact Serious Skin Contact Inhalation Serious Inhalation Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 5 minutes. Cold water may be used. WARM water MUST be used. Get medical attention. In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention. Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek medical attention. If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention. Ingestion Serious Ingestion 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. Get medical attention if symptoms appear. Section 5. Fire and Explosion Data Flammability of the Product Auto-Ignition Temperature Flash Points Flammable Limits Products of Combustion Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances May be combustible at high temperature. These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2), nitrogen oxides (NO, NO2...). Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Fire Fighting Media and Instructions Fire Hazards Explosion Hazards SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder. LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet. Section 6. Accidental Release Measures Small Spill Large Spill Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional authority requirements. Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary system.
Bisacodyl Page Number: 3 Section 7. Handling and Storage Precautions Storage Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Empty containers pose a fire risk, evaporate the residue under a fume hood. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not ingest. Do not breathe dust. Wear suitable protective clothing. 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 container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Engineering Controls Personal Protection Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill Exposure Limits Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne contaminants below the exposure limit. Splash goggles. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Gloves. Splash goggles. Full suit. 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. Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties Physical state and appearance Solid. (Solid crystalline powder.) Odor Odorless. (Slight.) Molecular Weight ph (% soln/water) 36.4 g/mole Taste Color White. Boiling Point Decomposes. Melting Point 38 C (280.4 F) Critical Temperature Specific Gravity Vapor Pressure Not applicable. Vapor Density Volatility Odor Threshold Water/Oil Dist. Coeff. Ionicity (in Water) Dispersion Properties Solubility Very slightly soluble in cold water. Section 0. Stability and Data Stability Instability Temperature Conditions of Instability Incompatibility with various substances Corrosivity The product is stable. Non-corrosive in presence of glass.
Bisacodyl Page Number: 4 Corrosivity Polymerization Will not occur. Section. Toxicological Information Routes of Entry Toxicity to Animals Chronic Effects on Humans Other Toxic Effects on Humans Toxicity to Animals Chronic Effects on Humans other Toxic Effects on Humans Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion. Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 4320 mg/kg [Rat]. Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation (lung irritant). Section 2. Ecological Information Ecotoxicity BOD5 and COD Products of Biodegradation Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation the Products of Biodegradation Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may arise. The products of degradation are more toxic. Section 3. Disposal Considerations Waste Disposal Section 4. Transport Information DOT Classification Identification Not a DOT controlled material (United States). Not applicable. Special Provisions for Transport Not applicable. DOT
Bisacodyl Page Number: 5 Section 5. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms Federal and State Regulations TSCA 8(b) inventory: Bisacodyl California Proposition 65 Warnings Other Regulations Other Classifications WHMIS (Canada) DSCL (EEC) Not controlled under WHMIS (Canada). R36/37/38- Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. HMIS (U.S.A.) Health Hazard Fire Hazard Personal Protection 2 0 E National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.) Health 2 0 Flammability Specific hazard WHMIS (Canada) DSCL (Europe) TDG (Canada) ADR (Europe) Protective Equipment Gloves. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Splash goggles.
Bisacodyl Page Number: 6 Section 6. Other Information MSDS Code References Other Special Considerations B3736 Validated by Sonia Owen on 8//2006. Verified by Sonia Owen. Printed 9//2006. CALL (30) 56-8000 Notice to Reader All chemicals may pose unknown hazards and should be used with caution. This Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) applies only to the material as packaged. If this product is combined with other materials, deteriorates, or becomes contaminated, it may pose hazards not mentioned in this MSDS. It shall be the user's responsibility to develop proper methods of handling and personal protection based on the actual conditions of use. While this MSDS is based on technical data judged to be reliable, Spectrum Quality Products, Inc. assumes no responsibility for the completeness or accuracy of the information contained herein.