This document is a material safety data sheet for OPTISPERSE HP3100, which is a water-based internal boiler treatment chemical. It contains sodium hydroxide, which is corrosive and toxic if ingested. Personal protective equipment including chemical resistant gloves and goggles are recommended when handling. The product is corrosive and can cause burns to skin and eyes on contact.
This document is a material safety data sheet for OPTISPERSE HP3100, which is a water-based internal boiler treatment chemical. It contains sodium hydroxide, which is corrosive and toxic if ingested. Personal protective equipment including chemical resistant gloves and goggles are recommended when handling. The product is corrosive and can cause burns to skin and eyes on contact.
This document is a material safety data sheet for OPTISPERSE HP3100, which is a water-based internal boiler treatment chemical. It contains sodium hydroxide, which is corrosive and toxic if ingested. Personal protective equipment including chemical resistant gloves and goggles are recommended when handling. The product is corrosive and can cause burns to skin and eyes on contact.
This document is a material safety data sheet for OPTISPERSE HP3100, which is a water-based internal boiler treatment chemical. It contains sodium hydroxide, which is corrosive and toxic if ingested. Personal protective equipment including chemical resistant gloves and goggles are recommended when handling. The product is corrosive and can cause burns to skin and eyes on contact.
Corrosive to skin. Corrosive to the eyes. Mists/aerosols may cause
irritation to upper respiratory tract.
DOT hazard: Corrosive to skin
Odor: None; Appearance: Colorless To Light Yellow, Liquid
Fire fighters should wear positive pressure self-contained breathing
apparatus(full face-piece type). Proper fire-extinguishing media: dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam or water ********************************************************************************
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
ACUTE SKIN EFFECTS:
Primary route of exposure; Corrosive to skin.
ACUTE EYE EFFECTS:
Corrosive to the eyes.
ACUTE RESPIRATORY EFFECTS:
Mists/aerosols may cause irritation to upper respiratory tract.
INGESTION EFFECTS:
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May cause gastrointestinal irritation.
TARGET ORGANS: No evidence of potential chronic effects.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED:
Not known.
SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE: May cause redness or itching of skin, irritation, and/or tearing of eyes (direct contact).
3 Composition / information on ingredients
Information for specific product ingredients as required by the U.S. OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION STANDARD is listed. Refer to additional sections of this MSDS for our assessment of the potential hazards of this formulation. This product is subject to the Pennsylvania and New Jersey Worker and Community Right to Know Law.
7732-18-5 WATER 68915-31-1 SODIUM HEXAMETAPHOSPHATE
4 First-aid measures SKIN CONTACT: URGENT! Wash thoroughly with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing. Get immediate medical attention. Thoroughly wash clothing before reuse. EYE CONTACT: URGENT! Immediately flush eyes with plenty of low-pressure water for at least 20 minutes while removing contact lenses. Hold eyelids apart. Get immediate medical attention. INHALATION: If nasal, throat or lung irritation develops - remove to fresh air and get medical attention. INGESTION: Do not feed anything by mouth to an unconscious or convulsive victim. Do not induce vomiting. Immediately contact physician. Dilute contents of stomach using 2-8 fluid ounces (60-240 mL) of milk or water. NOTES TO PHYSICIANS: No special instructions
5 Fire-fighting measures
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FIRE FIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS: Fire fighters should wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (full face-piece type). EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam or water HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: oxides of phosphorus FLASH POINT: > 200F > 93C P-M(CC) MISCELLANEOUS: Corrosive to skin UN 3266;Emergency Response Guide #154
6 Accidental release measures
PROTECTION AND SPILL CONTAINMENT: Ventilate area. Use specified protective equipment. Contain and absorb on absorbent material. Place in waste disposal container. Flush area with water. Wet area may be slippery. Spread sand/grit. DISPOSAL INSTRUCTIONS: Water contaminated with this product may be sent to a sanitary sewer treatment facility,in accordance with any local agreement,a permitted waste treatment facility or discharged under a permit. Product as is - Incinerate or land dispose in an approved landfill.
7 Handling and storage
HANDLING: Alkaline. Corrosive(Eyes). Do not mix with acidic material. STORAGE: Shelf life = 180 days. Keep containers closed when not in use. Protect from freezing. If frozen, thaw and mix completely prior to use. Store below 100F (38C).
8 Exposure controls / personal protection
EXPOSURE LIMITS CHEMICAL NAME
SODIUM HYDROXIDE PEL (OSHA): 2 MG/M3 TLV (ACGIH): TWA (Ceiling) = 2 MG/M3
ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Adequate ventilation to maintain air contaminants below exposure limits. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Use protective equipment in accordance with 29CFR 1910 Subpart I RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: A RESPIRATORY PROTECTION PROGRAM THAT MEETS OSHA’S 29 CFR 1910.134 AND ANSI Z88.2 REQUIREMENTS MUST BE FOLLOWED WHENEVER WORKPLACE CONDITIONS WARRANT A RESPIRATOR’S USE. USE AIR PURIFYING RESPIRATORS WITHIN USE LIMITATIONS ASSOCIATED WITH THE EQUIPMENT OR ELSE USE SUPPLIED AIR-RESPIRATORS. If air-purifying respirator use is appropriate, use any of the following particulate respirators: N95, N99, N100, R95,
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R99, R100, P95, P99 or P100. SKIN PROTECTION: gauntlet-type rubber, butyl or neoprene gloves, chemical resistant apron -- Wash off after each use. Replace as necessary. EYE PROTECTION: splash proof chemical goggles, face shield
9 Physical and chemical properties
Spec. Grav.(70F,21C) 1.113 Vapor Pressure (mmHG) ~ 18.0 Freeze Point (F) 21 Vapor Density (air=1) < 1.00 Freeze Point (C) -6 Viscosity(cps 70F,21C) 12 % Solubility (water) 100.0
Odor None Appearance Colorless To Light Yellow Physical State Liquid Flash Point P-M(CC) > 200F > 93C pH As Is (approx.) > 13.0 Evaporation Rate (Ether=1) < 1.00 Percent VOC: 0.0
NA = not applicable ND = not determined
10 Stability and reactivity
CHEMICAL STABILITY: Stable under normal storage conditions. POSSIBILITY OF HAZARDOUS REACTIONS: Contact with strong acids may cause a violent reaction releasing heat. INCOMPATIBILITIES: May react with acids or strong oxidizers. DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: oxides of phosphorus
11 Toxicological information Oral LD50 RAT: 2800 mg/kg NOTE - Calculated value according to GHS additivity formula Dermal LD50 RABBIT: >5000 mg/kg NOTE - Calculated value according to GHS additivity formula Skin Irritation Score RABBIT: Corrosive NOTE - GHS Category 1B skin corrosive Eye Irritation Score RABBIT: Corrosive NOTE - GHS Category 1 causes serious eye damage
12 Ecological information AQUATIC TOXICOLOGY
Daphnia magna 48 Hour Static Renewal Bioassay (pH adjusted)
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BIODEGRADATION Product contains only inorganics that are not subject to typical biological degradation. Assimilation by microbes may occur in waste treatment or the environment.
13 Disposal considerations If this undiluted product is discarded as a waste, the US RCRA hazardous waste identification number is : D002=Corrosive(pH).
Please be advised; however, that state and local requirements for
waste disposal may be more restrictive or otherwise different from federal regulations. Consult state and local regulations regarding the proper disposal of this material.
14 Transport information Transportation Hazard: Corrosive to skin DOT: CORROSIVE LIQUID, BASIC, INORGANIC, N.O.S.(SODIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION) 8, UN3266, PG III, RQ DOT EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE #: 154 Note: Some containers may be DOT exempt, please check BOL for exact container classification IATA: CORROSIVE LIQUID, BASIC, INORGANIC, N.O.S.(SODIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION) 8, UN3266, PG III IMDG: CORROSIVE LIQUID, BASIC, INORGANIC, N.O.S.(SODIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION) 8, UN3266, PG III
15 Regulatory information TSCA: All components of this product are included on or are in compliance with the U.S. TSCA regulations. CERCLA AND/OR SARA REPORTABLE QUANTITY (RQ): 2,158 gallons due to SODIUM HYDROXIDE; FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION: ALL ingredients in this product are authorized in 21CFR173.310 for use as boiler water additives where the steam may contact food. NSF Registered and/or meets USDA (according to 1998 Guidelines): Registration number: 146608 Category Code(s): G6 Boiler treatment products - all food processing areas/food contact G5 Cooling and retort water treatment products - all food processing areas SARA SECTION 312 HAZARD CLASS: Immediate(acute)
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SARA SECTION 302 CHEMICALS: No regulated constituent present at OSHA thresholds SARA SECTION 313 CHEMICALS: No regulated constituent present at OSHA thresholds CALIFORNIA REGULATORY INFORMATION
CALIFORNIA SAFE DRINKING WATER AND TOXIC
ENFORCEMENT ACT (PROPOSITION 65): No regulated constituents present
MICHIGAN REGULATORY INFORMATION
No regulated constituent present at OSHA thresholds
16 Other information HMIS vII CODE TRANSLATION
Health 3 Serious Hazard
Fire 0 Minimal Hazard Reactivity 0 Minimal Hazard Special CORR DOT corrosive (1) Protective Equipment D Goggles,Face Shield,Gloves,Apron
(1) refer to section 8 of MSDS for additional protective equipment
