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Material Safety Data Sheet

SPI # 01137-AB, 01137-AE, 01138-AB, 01139-AB; Alcojet® Low-Foaming Powdered Detergent




Section 1: Identification

Date Effective........... August 7, 2007
                          (most recent revision)

Chemical Name/Synonyms... Alcojet® Low-Foaming Powdered 
                          Detergent

Emergencies                
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Product or Trade Name.... SPI # 01137-AB
                                01137-AE
                                01138-AB
                                01139-AB

Synonyms................. Detergent



Hazardous Material
Information System
USA
Health 1 National Fire
Protection Association
USA
Fire Hazard 0
Reactivity 0
Personal Protection  
NFPA Rating: (estimated) Health: 1; Flammability: 0; Reactivity: 0

Section 2: Composition

Component Name                 CAS #          Percent       EU #
 
Sodium Carbonate               497-19-8       15-40         207-838-8

Sodium Metasilicate            6834-92-0      5-10          229-912-9

Tetrasodium Pyrophosphate      7722-88-5      3-7           231-767-1

Sodium Phosphate               7758-29-4      14-40         231-838-7

Section 3: Hazard Identification

Emergency overview: Routes of entry include skin and eye contact, ingestion,
and inhalation.

Appearance: Solid, white granular powder.
 
Flash Point: None.
 

Warning!  

Target Organs: Eyes, skin, gastrointestinal system.

Potential Health Effects

Eye: May cause irritation upon contact.

Skin: May cause irritation upon prolonged contact.

Ingestion: May cause vomiting, stomach pains, diarrhea, or gastric distress.

Inhalation: May cause irritation of respiratory tract

Chronic: Product contains a component that may be corrosive.


Section 4: First Aid Measures

Eyes: Upon contact, wash eyes throughly with copious amounts of water for
at least 15 minutes, holding the eyes open. Seek medical attention.


Skin: Flush area with copious amounts of water. Remove contaminated clothing,
wash thoroughly with soap and water. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.


Ingestion: Upon ingestion, dilute with 2-4 glasses of water. Do not induce
vomiting. Seek medical attention.


Inhalation: Remove victim to fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical
attention.


Notes to Physician: Treat supportively and symptomatically.

Section 5: Fire Fighting Measures

Flammability: Not flammable.

Autoignition Temperature: N/A

Flash Point: None.

General Information: Wear full protective equipment including self containing
breathing apparatus.

Extinguishing Media: Carbon dioxide, dry chemical, foam, water, water fog.           

Unusual Fire/Explosion Hazards:  None

Hazardous combustion products: Carbon oxides.
                               Oxygen.
                               Hydrogen.
                               Hydrocarbons.

Section 6: Accidental Release Measures

Spills/Leaks: Wear appropriate protective equipment. Contain the spill. 
Prevent entry into sewers and drains. Soak up spill with absorbent material and 
place in appropriate disposal container.

Disposal Procedure: According to local and federal regulations.

Section 7: Handling and Storage

Handling: Always wear protective equipment appropriate to the task. Avoid
contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Always use adequate ventilation and avoid 
breathing dust particles. Launder contaminated clothing before reuse. Avoid physical
damage. 


Storage: Store closed containers in a cool, dry place, away from strong acids
and strong oxidizers. Keep out of the reach of children.

Section 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection

Engineering Controls: If exposure limit is exceeded, use a NIOSH approved
respirator for particulates. Safety shower and eye wash stations should be readily
accessible in work area.


Exposure Limits: Not available for product.

Chemical Name              T.L.V.

Sodium Carbonate           N/A

Sodium Metasilicate        N/A

Tetrasodium Pyrophosphate  5 mg/m3

Sodium Phosphate           N/A


Personal Protective Equipment

Eyes: Chemical safety goggles or glasses with side shields are required.

Skin: As necessary to prevent contact with skin.

Clothing: Protective clothing such as long sleeves or a lab coat 
should be worn. Neoprene or rubber gloves are recommended. When handling 
heated materials, also be sure to use heat-resistant gloves, boots and face 
protection.  

Respirators: If exposure limit is reached or exceeded, a NIOSH approved
respirator should be used.


Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties

Physical State: Solid
Appearance: White granular powder
Odor: Slight odor.
pH: 11 (1% aqueous solution).
Vapor Pressure: N/A
Vapor Density: N/A
Evaporation Rate: N/A
Viscosity: N/A
Boiling Point: N/A
Freezing/Melting Point: N/A
Autoignition Temperature: N/A
Flash Point: None.
Decomposition Temperature: N/A
Explosion Limits:
        Lower: N/A
        Upper: N/A
Solubility in water: >10% w/w
Specific Gravity/Density: 0.85-1.25 (water = 1).
Molecular Formula: N/A
Molecular Weight: N/A



Section 10: Stability and Reactivity

Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions.

Conditions to Avoid: N/A

Incompatibility with Other Materials: Strong acids and strong oxidizers.

Hazardous Decomposition of Products: See hazardous combustion products.

Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.



Section 11: Toxicological Information

LD50: >5000 mg/kg (rat, oral).

LC50: Not available for product.

Teratogenicity: N/A

Carcinogenic Effects: Not listed as a carcinogen.

Reproductive Effects: N/A

Neurotoxicity: N/A

Mutagenicity: N/A

Other Studies:

CAS #                    LD50                           LC50

497-19-8                 4090 mg/kg (rat, oral)         2300 mg/m3/2H (rat, inhalation)
                         6600 mg/kg (mouse, oral)       1200 mg/m3/2H (mouse, inhalation)

6834-92-0                1153 mg/kg (rat, oral)         N/A
                         770 mg/kg (rat, oral)          

7722-88-5                4000 mg/kg (rat, oral)         N/A
                         2980 mg/kg (mouse, oral)       

7758-29-4                3120 mg/kg (rat, oral)         N/A
                         3100 mg/kg (mouse, oral)
                         >4640 mg/kg (rabbit, dermal)

Section 12: Ecological Information

No ecological information is available at this time.

Section 13: Disposal Considerations

Waste Disposal: In accordance with all local, state, and federal regulations.

Section 14: Transport Information

US DOT Hazard Class: Not regulated.

IATA (for international shipments): Not regulated.


Section 15: Regulatory Information

United States

TSCA: All ingredients in this product are listed on the TSCA inventory.

SARA Hazard Categories Sections 311/312:
                         Immediate (Acute) Health Hazard: Yes.
                         Delayed (Chronic) Health Hazard: No.
                         Fire Hazard: No.
                         Sudden Release of Pressure: No.
                         Reactive: No.

SARA Section 313: None.

State (Individual states in the USA): Neither this product nor any of its 
components appear on any state health hazard lists.


European/International Regulations

European Labeling Required

Hazard Symbols: Xi    Irritant

Risk Phrases:        
     R20 Harmful by inhalation.
     R36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system, and skin.      
     
Safety Phrases:
     S2 Keep out of the reach of children.
     S22 Do not breathe dust.
     S24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes. 

Canada

This product has a WHMIS classification of D2B

DSL Status: The following components of this product are listed on the DSL:
            CAS # 497-19-8
            CAS # 6834-92-0
            CAS # 7722-88-5
            CAS # 7758-29-4



Section 16: Other Information

If this product should be used in ways that are outside of the intended applications in scanning electron microscope laboratories, and if it is going to be formulated into some other system, so that it becomes just another component of that other system, read the MSDS sheets for the other components before blending as the resulting mixture may have the hazards of all of its parts.

Disclaimer of Liability:

Caution! Do not use SPI Supplies products or materials in applications involving implantation within the body; direct or indirect contact with the blood pathway; contact with bone, tissue, tissue fluid, or blood; or prolonged contact with mucous membranes. Products offered by SPI Supplies are not designed or manufactured for use in implantation in the human body or in contact with internal body fluids or tissues. SPI Supplies will not provide to customers making devices for such applications any notice, certification, or information necessary for such medical device use required by US FDA (Food and Drug Administration) regulation or any other statute.

SPI Supplies and Structure Probe, Inc. make no representation, promise, express warranty or implied warranty concerning the suitability of these materials for use in implantation in the human body or in contact with internal body tissues of fluids.

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The information and recommendations set forth above are taken from sources believed to be accurate as of the date hereof, however SPI Supplies and Structure Probe, Inc. make no warranty with respect to the accuracy of the information or the suitability of the recommendations, and assume no liability to any user thereof. The information contained in this sheet does not constitute a hazard assessment and should not be used in place of the user's own assessment of work place risks as required by other health and safety legislation. Be aware of the Structure Probe, Inc. Copyright Policy. Structure Probe, Inc. grants a nonexclusive license to make unlimited copies of this safety sheet for internal use only. Quite obviously, this information would pertain only to this material when purchased from SPI Supplies as product from other sources, with other ingredients and impurity levels could have substantially different properties.


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