NILE CHEMICALS
ALGINIC
ACID
Section
1: Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product
Name: Alginic acid
CAS#:
9005-32-7
Chemical
Name: Not available.
Chemical
Formula: POLYMER
Section
2: Composition and Information on Ingredients Composition:
Name
CAS # % by Weight
Alginic
acid 9005-32-7 100
Toxicological
Data on Ingredients: Alginic acid LD50: Not
available. LC50: Not available.
Section
3: Hazards Identification
Potential
Acute Health Effects: Slightly hazardous in
case of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation.
Potential
Chronic Health Effects:
CARCINOGENIC
EFFECTS: Not available. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. TERATOGENIC EFFECTS:
Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL
TOXICITY: Not available. The substance is toxic to lungs, mucous membranes.
Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs
damage.
Section
4: First Aid Measures
Eye
Contact: Check for and remove any contact
lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at
least 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation occurs.
Skin
Contact:In case of contact, immediately
flush skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash
clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get medical
attention.
Serious
Skin Contact: Not available.
Inhalation:
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not
breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Get medical attention.
Serious
Inhalation: Not available.
Ingestion:
Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to
do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious
person. If large quantities of this material are swallowed, call a physician
immediately. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.
Serious
Ingestion: Not available.
Section
5: Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability
of the Product: May be combustible at high
temperature.
Auto-Ignition
Temperature: Not available.
Flash
Points: Not available.
Flammable
Limits: Not available.
Products
of Combustion: Not available.
Fire
Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Not
available.
Explosion
Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:
Risks
of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not
available.
Fire
Fighting Media and Instructions: SMALL
FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder. LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not
use water jet.
Special
Remarks on Fire Hazards: Not available.
Special
Remarks on Explosion Hazards: Not
available.Section 6: Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill:Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional authority requirements.
Large Spill: Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary system.
Section
7: Handling and Storage
Precautions:Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Empty containers pose a fire risk, evaporate the residue under a fume hood. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not breathe dust.
Storage: Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
Section
8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls:Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne contaminants below the exposure limit.
Personal Protection: Safety glasses. Lab coat.
Personal
Protection in Case of a Large Spill:
Splash goggles. Full suit. Boots. Gloves. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE handling this product.
Exposure Limits: Not available.
ection
9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state and appearance: Solid.
Odor: Not available.
Taste: Not available.
Molecular Weight: Not available.
Color: Not available.
pH (1% soln/water): Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Melting Point: Decomposes.
Critical Temperature: Not available.
Specific Gravity: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable.
Vapor Density: Not available.
Volatility: Not available.
Odor Threshold: Not available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.: Not available.
Ionicity (in Water): Not available.
Dispersion Properties: Not available.
Solubility: Not available.
Section
10: Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability: The product is stable.
Instability Temperature: Not available.
Conditions of Instability: Not available.
Incompatibility with various substances: Not available.
Corrosivity: Non-corrosive in presence of glass.
Special Remarks on Reactivity: Not available.
Special Remarks on Corrosivity: Not available.
Polymerization: Will not occur.
Section
11: Toxicological Information
Routes of Entry: Not available.
Toxicity
to Animals:
LD50: Not available. LC50: Not available.
Chronic Effects on Humans: Causes damage to the following organs: lungs, mucous membranes.
Other Toxic Effects on Humans: Slightly hazardous in case of ingestion, of inhalation.
Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not available.
Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans: Not available.
Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans: Not available.
Section
12: Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity: Not available.
BOD5 and COD: Not available.
Products
of Biodegradation:
Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may arise.
Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: The products of degradation are more toxic.
Special Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not available.
Section
13: Disposal Considerations
Waste
Disposal:
Section
14: Transport Information
DOT Classification: Not a DOT controlled material
Identification: Not applicable.
Special Provisions for Transport: Not applicable.
Section
15: Other Regulatory Information
Federal and State Regulations: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Alginic acid
Other Regulations: OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
Other
Classifications:
WHMIS (Canada): CLASS D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (VERY TOXIC).
DSCL (EEC): This product is not classified according to the EU regulations.
HMIS
(U.S.A.):
Health Hazard: 1
Fire Hazard: 1
Reactivity: 0
Personal Protection: a
National
Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.):
Health: 1
Flammability: 1
Reactivity: 0
Specific
hazard:
Protective
Equipment:
Not applicable. Lab coat. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Safety glasses.
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