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Material Safety Data Sheet

Revised: 07/13/2004

Similar to Form OSHA-20

HARDNESS BUFFER

Fuller Engineering Inc.   · · ·   Telephone Number: (714) 502-0700

Address: 975 E. Orangefair Lane · Anaheim, CA  92801

Chemtrec · 24-hour Emergency Phone · (800) 424-9300

Section I: Product Identification:

Chemical Name and Synonyms:

E.D.T.A. Buffer Solution

Trade Name and Synonyms:

Buffer Solution for Ethylenedinitrilo tetraacetic acid titration

Chemical Family:

Not applicable to solutions

Chemical Formula:

Not applicable to solutions

         

Section II: Ingredients

Chemical Name

CAS Number

Sodium Tetraborate

1303-96-4

Sodium Hydroxide

1310-73-2

Sodium Sulfide (as H2S)

1318-84-4

Section III: Physical Data

Boiling Point (°F):

No data

 

 

Vapor Pressure (mm Hg):

No data

Vapor Density (Air = 1):

No data

Percent Volatile by Volume:

No data

Solubility in Water:

Infinite

Evaporative Rate (H2O = 1):

No data

Specific Gravity (H2O = 1):

No data

Appearance and Odor:

Clear, colorless solution with pungent odor.

Section IV: Fire and Explosion Hazard Data

Flash Point (Closed Cup):

Flammable Limits:

Non-flammable

Lel: N/A                     Uel: N/A

Extinguishing Media:

Any media suitable for extinguishing the surrounding fire.

Special Fire Fighting Procedures:

Wear full protective clothing and NIOSH/MSHA-approved self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated in the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode.

Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards:

None identified

Airborne Exposure Limits:                   Section V: Health Hazard Data

BORATES, TETRA, SODIUM SALTS, PENTAHYDRATE:

  ACGIH Threshold Limit Value (TLV): 1 mg/m3 (TWA).  OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL): No data

SODIUM HYDROXIDE:    ACGIH Threshold Limit Value(TLV):2mg/m3(CEILING).

  OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit(PEL):2mg/m3 (TWA)

HYDROGEN SULFIDE:  ACGIH Threshold Limit Value (TLV): 14 mg/m3 (TWA); 21 mg/m3 (STEL/CEILING)

OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit(PEL):20 ppm(CEILING);50 ppm*(CEILING)[*10-min peak once per 8-hr shift]

Toxicity: 

SODIUM TETRABORATE: Oral-rat LD50: 2660 mg/m3; intravenous-mouse LD50: 1320 mg/m3.

SODIUM HYDROXIDE:  *Oral-rat LD50: 140-340 mg/m3; dermal-rabbit LD50: 1350 mg/m3.

      *Data for Caustic Soda, Rayon Grade (50% Sodium Hydroxide solution)

SODIUM SULFIDE (as H2S):  LD50: No data; LC50: No data

NFPA Codes: Health: 3                                  Flammability: 0                         Reactivity: 0

Target Organs:  No information found, but possible target organs include the eyes, skin, and respiratory tract.

Carcinogenic Effects:  

BORATES, TETRA, SODIUM SALTS, PENTAHYDRATE: Not listed as a carcinogen or suspected carcinogen by IARC, NTP, or OSHA.

SODIUM HYDROXIDE: Not listed as a carcinogen or suspected carcinogen by IARC, NTP, or OSHA.

HYDROGEN SULFIDE:  EPA - Data are inadequate for an assessment of human carcinogenic potential.

Mutagenic Effects:  No data

Teratogenic Effects:  No data

Developmental Toxicity:  No data

Effects of Overexposure:  INHALATION:Fumes may be corrosive & toxic.Symptoms of exposure include headache, nausea, dizziness, coughing, and painful redness of eyes.

INGESTION:  May be corrosive and toxic. May cause, burns of mouth, throat, esophagus, and gastrointestinal tract. May cause nausea, dizziness, and headache.

SKIN CONTACT:Corrosive and irritant. Can cause redness,pain and burns. May cause tissue scarring and damage.

EYE CONTACT:  Corrosive and irritant. Vapors and liquid may cause irritation to the eyes with redness, tearing, and pain. Repeated or chronic contact may cause irreversible tissue damage.

Chronic Effect: Frequent or prolonged exposure has a destructive effect on tissue. May result in skin disorders, pulmonary irritation, and visual impairment.

Emergency and First Aid Procedures:

INHALATION:  Remove person to fresh air. If breathing stops, perform cardio-pulmonary resuscitation. Have oxygen ready for administration by a trained person if breathing is difficult. Immediately obtain medical assistance.  

INGESTION: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If conscious, give several glasses of water or milk. Do not induce vomiting, but spontaneous vomiting may occur. Immediately obtain medical care and contact local poison control center for most current antidote.

SKIN CONTACT:  Flood area with water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing and clean shoes thoroughly before reuse. Obtain medical care.

EYE CONTACT: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for 15 minutes while holding lids gently, but firmly, apart. Lift upper and lower lids occasionally to ensure thorough flushing under them. Seek immediate medical aid.

Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure:  Individuals who have pre-existing eye problems, skin disorders, or impaired liver, kidney, or respiratory function may experience increased susceptibility to substance effects.

Section VI: Reactivity Data

Stability:

Stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage.

Conditions to Avoid:

Heat. Store away from foodstuffs.

Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid):

Acids and oxidants

Hazardous Decomposition Products:

In case of fire, may form oxides of sulfur & sodium, & hydrogen sulfide.

Hazardous Polymerization:

Not known to occur.

Section VII: Spill or Leak Procedures

Release or Spill Procedures:

Ventilate area and remove all sources of ignition. Wear protective clothing and equipment as indicated in Section IV. Use an absorbent material such as sand, sawdust, or vermiculite to absorb small spills or any leakage that cannot be recovered for recycling. Wash area thoroughly with water after recovering released material.

Waste Disposal Method:

To be performed in compliance with all current local, state and federal regulations. Spills onto sand, soil, or other absorbent may be handled by placing the affected soil into approved containers that can be labeled and stored for proper treatment or disposal.

Section VIII: Special Protection Information

Respiratory Protection:

NIOSH/MSHA approved air-supplied respirator as needed to remain under TLVs.

Ventilation:

Well-ventilated area and chemical fume hood.

Protective gloves:

Plastic or rubber

Eye protection:

Safety goggles

Other Protective Equipment:

Laboratory clothing, eye bath and safety shower.

Section IX: Special Precautions

Handling and Storage:

Store bottles tightly capped and upright.Keep cool away from direct sunlight and heat.

Other Precautions:

Protect container from heat and physical damage. Isolate from acids and alkalis.

DOT:

Not regulated

The statements contained herein are offered as informational data only and are believed to be correct.  However, this product should be handled by persons having related technical skills, and at their own discretion and risk.  Since seller has no control over the use of this product, no warranty, expressed or implied, is made and seller assumes no liability in connection with any use of this information or from contact and/or handling of this product.

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