MSDS

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5. Fire Fighting Measures
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Flammable properties
Not flammable by OSHA
criteria.
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Extinguishing media
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Suitable extinguishing media
Treat for surrounding
material.
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Unsuitable extinguishing media
Not
available
Protection of
firefighters
Specific hazards arising from
the chemical
Not available
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Protective equipment for
firefighters
Firefighters should wear full protective clothing including self contained
breathing
apparatus.
Hazardous combustion products
May include and are not limited to: Oxides of sulphur. Hydrogen
chloride.
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Explosion data
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Sensitivity to mechanical
impact
Not
available
Sensitivity to static discharge
Not
available
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6. Accidental Release Measures
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Personal precautions
None
necessary.
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Methods for containment
Prevent entry into waterways, sewers, basements or confined
areas.
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Methods for cleaning up
Before attempting clean up, refer to hazard data given above. Use broom or
dry
vacuum to collect material for proper disposal without raising dust. Rinse area with
water. Prevent large spills from entering sewers or waterways. Contact emergency
services and supplier for advice.
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7. Handling and Storage
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Handling
Use good industrial hygiene practices in handling this
material.
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Stor age
Keep out of reach of children. Store in a closed container away from
incompatible
materials.
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8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
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Exposure limits
Ingredient(s)
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Magnesium chloride
Exposure Limits
ACGIH-TLV
Not
established
OSHA-PEL
Not
established
Potassium sulfate
ACGIH-TLV
Not
established
OSHA-PEL
Not
established
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Engineering controls
TWA PEL: No specific limits have been established for magnesium chloride (a
soluble
substance). As a guideline, OSHA (United States) has established the following limits
which are generally recognized for inert or nuisance dust. Particulates Not Otherwise
Regulated (PNOR): 5mg/cu.m. Respirable Dust 8-Hour TWA PEL, 15mg/cu.m. Total
Dust 8-Hour TWA PEL.
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Personal protective equipment
Eye / face
protection
TWA TLV: No specific limits have been established for magnesium chloride (a
soluble
substance). As a guideline, ACGIH (United States) has established the following limits
which are generally recognized for inert or nuisance dust. Particulates (insolubles) Not
Otherwise Classified (PNOC): 10mg/cu.m. Inhalable Particulate 8-Hours TWA TLV,
3mg/cu.m. Respirable Particulate TWA TLV.
Not normally required when used as directed.
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Hand protection
Not normally required when used as
directed.