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Section 5: Reactivity Hazard Data  continued
Incompatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . : Can react with metals to liberate hydrogen, a flammable gas.
Corrosive to many metals such as iron, copper, brass or bronze.
Hazardous Decomposition . . . . . . . . . . . : Hydrogen
Conditions to Avoid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . : Contact with some metals may produce hydrogen, which can form flammable
mixtures in air.
Hazardous Polymerization . . . . . . . . . . . : Polymerization will not occur.
Section 6: Health Hazard Data
Effects of Over-Exposure: Prolonged contact with skin may cause irritation. Contact with eyes and respiratory tract may
cause irritation. If swallowed, may cause distress, cramping, vomiting and hypertension.
Health Hazards: Acute: Burns to skin, eyes and nasal passages, cramps and vomiting if swallowed.
Chronic: Irritation to skin and mucus membranes.
Carcinogenicity: Not a carcinogen.
Emergency First Aid:
If Swallowed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .: Give several glasses of water, milk or milk of magnesia. Induce vomiting.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Call a physician.
Skin Exposure . . . . . . . . . . . . .: Wash skin with soap and water for 15 minutes. Flush area with mild sodium
bicarbonate solution. Get medical attention if irritation develops or persists.
Eye Exposure . . . . . . . . . . . . . : Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for 15 minutes. Call a physician.
If Inhaled . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .: Remove to fresh air. Call a physician.
Section 7: Spill or Leak Procedures
Environmental Hazard . . . . . . . . . . . . . .: None
Steps to take if Spill Occurs . . . . . . . . . : Cover the contaminated surface with sodium bicarbonate or a soda ash-slaked
lime; mix and ad water if necessary to form a slurry. Scoop up slurry, store in
overpac drums.
Waste Disposal Method . . . . . . . . . . . . .: Dispose of all waste according to local, state and federal regulations. Mix with
water and dispose of in approved landfill.
Section 8: Special Protection Information
Respiratory Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . : Self-contained breathing apparatus
Ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . : Local and mechanical
Eye Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . : Safety goggles
Protective Gloves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . : Rubber
Other Protective Equipment . . . . . . . . . : Non-absorbent clothing and rubber boots.
Section 9: Handling & Storage Conditions
Storage Temperature (Min./Max.) . . . . : 35 °F / 95° F
Shelf Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . : Indefinite
Handling Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . : Do not drink, get in eyes, on skin or on clothing. Avoid breathing vapor. Wash
thoroughly with soap and water after handling.
Storage Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .: Keep in tightly closed container. Loosen container cautiously. Store in a well
ventilated area away from organic chemicals, strong bases, metal powders,
carbides, sulfides and other readily oxidizable materials.
The information contained herein is provided in good faith and is believed to be correct and equivalent to OSHA Form 174, as of the
date hereof, but is issued without guarantee. Since conditions of use are beyond our control, user assumes all responsibility and risk.