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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

SECTION I – Product and Company Identification

Product Name: Utikem Total Alkalinity Increaser

Chemical Name: Sodium Bicarbonate

Synonyms: Baking Soda, Bicarbonate of Soda

Pure Substance/preparation: Substance

Formula: NaHCO3

Supplier: Qualco, Inc.

225 Passaic Street

Passaic, NJ 07055

Telephone: 973-473-1222

Fax: 973-473-0535

Manufacturer: Qualco, Inc.

225 Passaic Street

Passaic, NJ 07055

Telephone: 973-473-1222

Fax: 973-473-0535

Emergency: 1-800-424-9300 (ChemTrec)

SECTION II – Hazards Identification

Emergency Overview: Not classified as hazardous, white crystalline powder

Potential Health Effects

Acute Toxicity: No significant health effects

anticipated

Chronic Toxicity: No know effect

SECTION III – Composition/Ingredient Information

Chemical Name: Sodium Bicarbonate

CAS No.: 144-55-8

Weight %: 100

SECTION IV – First Aid Measures

Eye Contact: Flush eyes with water as a precaution. Get medical attention if irritation develops and

persists.

Skin Contact: Wash skin with soap and water. Get medical attention of irritation develops and

persists.

Inhalation: Remove person to fresh air. If signs/symptoms continue, get medical attention.

Ingestion: Drink plenty of water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get

medical attention if symptoms occur.

SECTION V – Firefighting Measures

Flammable Properties: Noncombustible

Flash Point: Not combustible

Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide (CO2), or foam

Hazardous Combustion Products: None

Explosion Data: Not sensitive to Mechanical Impact or Static Discharge

NFPA/HMIS Ratings Legend: Severe = 4 Serious = 3 Moderate = 2 Slight = 1 Minimal = 0

Health = 0 Flammability = 0 Stability = 0 Special Hazards - None

SECTION VI – ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal Precautions: Avoid dust formation

Methods for Containment: Material may be recycled when contamination is not a problem

Methods for Cleaning Up: Sweep up and shovel into suitable containers for disposal. Dispose of in

accordance with all applicable national environmental laws and regulations.

SECTION VII – Handling and Storage

Handling: Use air conveying mechanical systems for bulk transfer to storage. Provide appropriate

exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable

respiratory equipment.

Storage: Keep in a dry, cool, well ventilated place. Keep away from heat. Keep away from

incompatible products (acids).

Summary of content (4 pages)

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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET SECTION I – Product and Company Identification Product Name: Utikem Total Alkalinity Increaser Chemical Name: Sodium Bicarbonate Synonyms: Baking Soda, Bicarbonate of Soda Pure Substance/preparation: Substance Formula: NaHCO3 Supplier: Qualco, Inc. Manufacturer: Qualco, Inc.
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Specific Use(s): None known SECTION VII – HANDLING & STORAGE Handling: Use air conveying / mechanical systems for bulk transfer to storage. For manual handling of bulk transfer, use mechanical ventilation to remove airborne dust from railcar, ship or truck. Use approved respiratory protection when ventilation systems are not available. Selection of respirators is based on the dust cloud generation. Keep material out of lakes, streams, ponds and sewer drains. Avoid eye contact or prolonged skin contact.
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Bulk Density: Molecular Weight: Water Solubility: Percent Volatile: Partition Coefficient: Viscosity: Oxidizing Properties: 66 lb/cu. Ft. 84.01 9.0% @ 20°C No Information Available Not Applicable No Information Available Not Applicable SECTION X – Stability and Reactivity Stability: Stable Conditions To Avoid: Excessive Heat Materials To Avoid: Except Under Controlled Conditions.
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Reathorization Act of 1986 (SARA). This product does not contain any chemicals which are subject to the reporting requirements of the Act and Title 40 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 372.