SDS

SAFETY
DATA
SHEET
HTH ALKALINITY Titrant
REVISION DATE : 5/27/2015 Page 3 of 10
SECTION 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Flammability Summary (OSHA):
Product is not known to be flammable, combustible, pyrophoric or
explosive.
Flammable Properties
Flash Point:
Not applicable
Autoignition Temperature:
Not applicable
Fire / Explosion Hazards:
Material will not ignite or burn. Reacts with most metals to form
flammable hydrogen gas.
Extinguishing Media:
Not Applicable. - Choose extinguishing media suitable for
surrounding materials.
Fire Fighting Instructions:
In case of fire, use normal fire-fighting equipment and the personal
protective equipment recommended in Section 8 to include a NIOSH
approved self-contained breathing apparatus. Use water to cool
containers.
Hazardous Combustion Products:
During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by
thermal decomposition or combustion.
Upper Flammable / Explosive Limit,
% in air:
Not applicable
Lower Flammable / Explosive Limit,
% in air:
Not applicable
SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Protection for Emergency
Situations:
Use the personal protective equipment recommended in Section 8
and a NIOSH approved self-contained breathing apparatus.
Spill Mitigation Procedures
Air Release:
Contain all liquids for treatment or disposal.
Water Release:
This material is soluble in water. Notify all downstream users of
possible contamination. Divert water flow around spill if possible and
safe to do so.
Land Release:
Absorb spill with inert material (e.g., dry sand, clay, earth or
commercial absorbent), then place in a chemical waste container.
Contain all liquids for treatment or disposal.
Additional Spill Information :
Stop source of spill as soon as possible and notify appropriate
personnel. Utilize emergency response personal protection
equipment prior to the start of any response. Evacuate all non-
essential personnel. Dispose of spill residues per guidelines under
Section 13, Disposal Consideration.