Specification Sheet

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74673 InSinkErator BioCharge Revision Date 26-Mar-2018
Methods for containment
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.
Methods for cleaning up
After cleaning, flush away traces of water. Avoid dust formation.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling
Advice on safe handling
Wear personal protective equipment. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. Avoid
formation of aerosols and dust from drying out of spilled preparation. Avoid splashing and
high pressure washing. Ensure good ventilation of the room, when handling this
preparation. Store container in a cool place.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage Conditions
Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place.
Incompatible materials
Strong acids or alkali compounds and strong oxidizing agents may inactivate biological
cultures.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Control parameters
Exposure Guidelines
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Chemical Name ACGIH TLV OSHA PEL NIOSH IDLH
Sodium Hydroxide
1310-73-2
Ceiling: 2 mg/m
3
TWA: 2 mg/m
3
(vacated) Ceiling: 2 mg/m
3
IDLH: 10 mg/m
3
Ceiling: 2 mg/m
3
NIOSH IDLH Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health
Other Information
Vacated limits revoked by the Court of Appeals decision in AFL-CIO v. OSHA, 965 F.2d 962
(11th Cir., 1992).
Appropriate engineering controls
Engineering Controls
Showers, Eyewash stations & Ventilation systems.
Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection
Wear safety glasses with side shields (or goggles).
Skin and body protection
Wear suitable protective clothing. Prolonged contact may cause redness and irritation.
Respiratory protection
Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas. In case of insufficient ventilation,
wear suitable respiratory equipment.
General Hygiene
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state
Liquid
Appearance
Blue
Color
Blue
Odor
Lemon
Odor threshold
No Information available
Property Values Remarks • Method
pH
7.5 - 9.0
Specific Gravity
1.00
Viscosity
No Information available Not