Section III - HEALTH & FIRST AID
INFORMATION
INHALATION: There is no evidence of adverse effects from
inhalation of this product. Remove to fresh air. Get
medical attention for any breathing difficulty.
INGESTION: There is no evidence of adverse effects
of this product. If large amounts were swallowed, get medical advice.
SKIN CONTACT: There is no evidence of skin irritation either for
intact or abraded skin from contact with. If contact does occur the affected
area should be washed with soap and water. Get medical advice if irritation
develops.
EYE CONTACT: Wash thoroughly with running water. Get
medical advice if irritation develops.
EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE: Inhalation of dust may cause mild
irritation to mucous membranes, nose and throat. Symptoms may include
coughing, dryness, and sore throat. Ingestion: very large
doses can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and prostration. Dehydration and
congestion occur in most internal organs. Hypertonic salt
solutions can produce violent inflammatory reactions in the gastrointestinal
tract.
OTHER HEALTH INFORMATION:
ORL-MAN LDLO: 1 GM/KG
ORL-RAT LD50:3 GM/KG
IHL-RAT LC50:> 422 MG/KG
SCU-MUS LD50: 3 GM/KG GM/M3/1H
ORL-MUS LD50: 4 GM/KG
IPR-MUS LD50: 260
IVN-MUS LD50: 645 MG/KG
ICV-MUS LD50: 131 MG/KG
SKN-RBT LD50: >10 GM/KG
Section IV - PHYSICAL DATA
MELTING POINT: 804°C (1479°F)
BOILING POINT: 1412°C (2575°F)
VAPOR PRESSURE(MM HG): 1.0 AT 1589°F
VAPOR DENSITY (AIR=1): N/A
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: 36 G/100 CC AT 20°C
APPEARANCE & ODOR: White crystals, granulars or powder.
Odourless.
SPECIFIC GRAVITY (H2O=1): 2.16
PERCENT VOLATILE BY VOLUME (%): Not available
EVAPORATION RATE (H20=1): not available
Section V - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS
FLASH POINT & METHODS USED: none, considered
non-flammable
FLAMMABLE LIMITS IN AIR; % BY VOL. LOWER: none
FLAMMABLE LIMITS IN AIR; % BY VOL. UPPER: none
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES & PRECAUTIONS: Use any means
suitable for extinguishing surrounding fire. In the event of a fire, wear
full protective clothing and niosh-approved self-contained breathing
apparatus with full facepiece operated in the pressure demand or other
positive pressure mode.
UNUSUAL FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARDS: none known
Section VI - REACTIVITY
STABILITY: stable
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: will not occur
CONDITIONS & MATERIALS TO AVOID: Lithium, bromide trifluoride.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: When heated to above 804°C (1479°F) it
emits toxic fumes of chloride and sodium oxide.
Section VII - EMPLOYEE PROTECTION
CONTROL MEASURES:.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Use with adequate
ventilation. NIOSH dust respirator may be worn.
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING: Wear gloves and protective
clothing when using this product.
EYE PROTECTION: Wear eye protection when handling
this product. Have eye wash station available.
Section VIII - ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS: Ensure that any leaks or
spills are cleaned up.
SPILL OR LEAK PRECAUTIONS: Do not allow to flow into water
supplies. Sweep up and containerize for reclamation or disposal.
Vacuuming or wet sweeping may be used to avoid dust dispersal.
WASTE DISPOSAL: May usually be disposed of in
landfill depending upon quantity. Seek the advice of a professional disposal
service. Ensure disposal method complies with local, provincial and federal
regulations governing disposal.
Section IX - REGULATORY CONTROLS
DEPT. OF TRANSPORTATION: Not regulated under the
Transport of Dangerous Goods Act.
WHMIS CLASSIFICATION: none
OTHER REGULATORY REQUIREMENT: none
Section X - PRECAUTIONS: HANDLING, STORAGE & USAGE
Store in a cool dry place away from direct light in a tightly closed
container. . Do not wear contact lenses when working with
chemicals.
PREPARED BY: MSDS Deptartment.
DATE: Update January 10, 2008 |
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