Paa - MSDS
Paa - MSDS
Paa - MSDS
This document has been prepared to meet the requirements of the U.S. OSHA Hazard Communication
Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200 and Canada’s Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
requirements.
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW:
• Clear liquid with a sharp, pungent, vinegar-like odor.
• Oxidizer.
• Stabilized peracetic acid, an ingredient in this product, decomposes under fire conditions to release
oxygen that intensifies the fire.
• Use water to keep fire exposed containers cool.
• Severely irritating to the skin and eyes.
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS: Liquid and mist are corrosive (causing burns); direct
contact could cause irreversible damage to eyes including blindness and/or irreversible destruction of skin
tissue. Vapor/mist will irritate nose, throat and lungs but will usually subside when exposure ceases.
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SKIN: Immediately flush with plenty of water while removing contaminated clothing and/or shoes, and
thoroughly wash with soap and water. Obtain immediate medical attention. Contact a medical doctor if
necessary.
INGESTION: Rinse mouth with water. Dilute by giving 1 or 2 glasses of water. Do not induce
vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. See a medical doctor immediately.
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If breathing discomfort occurs and persists, see a medical
doctor. If breathing has stopped, give artificial respiration and see a medical doctor immediately.
NOTES TO MEDICAL DOCTOR: This product can be corrosive to skin, eyes and mucous
membranes. Consideration should be given to careful endoscopy as stomach or esophageal burns,
perforations or strictures may occur. Careful gastric lavage with an endotracheal tube in place should be
considered. Observation may be warranted. Treatment is controlled removal of exposure followed by
symptomatic and supportive care.
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FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Use flooding quantities of water only. Use water spray
to keep fire exposed containers cool. Fight fire from protected location or maximum distance. Chemical
type extinguishers are not effective with peracetic acid or hydrogen peroxide, which are ingredients in this
product. Use proper personal protective equipment and positive pressure self contained breathing apparatus.
Drums - Empty as thoroughly as possible. Triple rinse drum before disposal. Avoid contamination;
impurities accelerate decomposition. Never return product to original container.
IBCs (Tote) - IBCs should be emptied as thoroughly as possible and returned without rinsing.
STORAGE: Do not store near reducing agents, fuels or other non-compatible materials. Store in a
cool, dry, well ventilated area. For quality purposes, avoid temperatures above 86º F. Higher temperatures
will accelerate decomposition resulting in a loss of assay. When stored at continuous 100° F, product shelf
life is 4 months without loss in assay. Avoid storing in direct sunlight. Do not store near sources of ignition
or heat. Do not double stack. Use first in, first out storage system. Containers must be vented.
COMMENTS: VENTILATION: Use local and general exhaust or equally effective ventilation to
meet established control standard. If ventilation is inadequate or not available, use a respirator.
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GLOVES: Rubber or neoprene gloves. Thoroughly wash the outside of gloves with soap and
water prior to removal. Inspect regularly for leaks.
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COMMENTS:
pH (1% solution) @ 25°C: 2-3
Self Accelerating Decomposition Temperature (SADT) > 55°C (55 gallon drum)
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CARCINOGENICITY:
Chemical Name IARC NTP OSHA Other
Hydrogen Peroxide 3 Not listed Not listed (ACGIH) A3
5% Peracetic Acid:
96-hour LC50 = 1.6 mg/L (Rainbow trout) [FMC I95-2023]
96-hour LC50 = 1.1 mg/L (Bluegill sunfish) [FMC I95-2029]
48-hour EC50 = 0.73 mg/L (Daphnia magna) [FMC I95-2021]
120-hour EC50 = 0.18 mg/L (Selenastrum, green algae) [FMC I95-2027]
CHEMICAL FATE INFORMATION: No data available for the product. Peracetic acid is
completely miscible with water. Aqueous solutions of peracetic acid hydrolyze to acetic acid and hydrogen
peroxide.
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OTHER INFORMATION:
Dike any spills. Protect against damage. Use proper personal protective equipment and positive pressure
self-contained breathing apparatus when handling spills or leaks.
If this material is ever shipped via vessel, containers require subsidiary placarding in addition to main
hazard class placards.
REPORTABLE QUANTITY:
Chemical Name RQ
Peroxyacetic Acid 500 lb
Chemical Name RQ
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CANADA
WHMIS (WORKPLACE HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INFORMATION SYSTEM):
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products
Regulations and the MSDS contains all the information required by the Controlled Products
Regulations.
INTERNATIONAL LISTINGS
Peroxyacetic acid:
Australia (AICS): Listed
China: Listed
Japan (ENCS): (2)-689
Philippines (PICCS): Listed
Hydrogen peroxide:
China: Listed
Japan (ENCS): (1)-419
Korea: KE-20204
Philippines (PICCS): Listed
Acetic acid:
Australia (AICS): Listed
China: Listed
Japan (ENCS): (2)-688
Korea: KE-00013
EC Symbols: O (Oxidizer)
C (Corrosive)
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Xn (Harmful)
N (Dangerous for the environment)
Health 3
Flammability 1
Physical Hazard 2
Personal Protection (PPE) H
Protection = H (Safety goggles, gloves, apron and a vapor respirator)
NFPA
Health 3
Flammability 1
Reactivity 2
Special OX
SPECIAL = OX (Oxidizer)
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0 = Insignificant
REVISION SUMMARY:
This MSDS replaces Revision #14, dated April 29, 2009.
Changes in information are as follows:
Section 7 (Handling and Storage)
Section 14 (Transport Information)
FMC Corporation believes that the information and recommendations contained herein (including data and
statements) are accurate as of the date hereof. NO WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESSED
OR IMPLIED, IS MADE CONCERNING THE INFORMATION PROVIDED HEREIN. The information
provided herein relates only to the specific product designated and may not be applicable where such
product is used in combination with any other materials or in any process. It is a violation of Federal law to
use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling. Further, since the conditions and methods of use
are beyond the control of FMC Corporation, FMC Corporation expressly disclaims any and all liability as
to any results obtained or arising from any use of the product or reliance on such information.
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