SDS

SAFETY DATA SHEET
Date Prepared : 03/15/2016
SDS No. : RB pH Plus
Robelle pH Plus
SKIN: Flush skin with plenty of soap and water, removing contaminated clothing. If irritation persists, consult a physician.
INGESTION: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attentio if symptoms occur.
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If effects occur, seek medical attention.
NOTES TO PHYSICIAN: Treat symptomatically.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire.
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS: Non-combustible. Substance itself does not burn but may decompose upon heating to
produce corrosive and/or toxic fumes.
FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT: As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH
(approved or equivalent) and full protective gear.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Emits fumes of sodium oxide. Carbon oxides (COx).
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS
WATER SPILL: Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system.
GENERAL PROCEDURES: Avoid dust formation. Sweep up to prevent slipping hazard. Pick up and transfer to properly labeled
containers. Keep in suitable and closed containers for disposal.
RELEASE NOTES: Prevent large quantities of this product from contacting vegetation or waterways.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING: Use in well-ventilated areas. Avoid breathing dusts.
STORAGE: Store in original container. Keep container tightly closed. Keep away from acids, aluminum and powdered aluminums.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
EXPOSURE GUIDELINES
OSHA HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS (29 CFR1910.1200)
EXPOSURE LIMITS
Chemical Name Type ppm mg/m
3
Sodium Carbonate
OSHA PEL TWA
[1] [1]
Supplier OEL
TWA NL NL
STEL NL NL
Footnotes:
1. NL = Not Listed
ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Use local exhaust. There are no product-specific guidelines for exposure, however Federal
Guidelines treat this ingredient as a nuisance dust.
Exposure Guidelines for Particulates Not Otherwise Regulated:
OSHA (PEL/TWA): 15 mg/m3 (total dust); 5 mg/m3 (resp fraction)
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