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Date Effective......... January 8, 2009
(most recent revision)
Chemical Name.......... Nitrocellulose
Synonyms: Pyroxylin Purified Strips
Chemical Family........ Not known
Chemical Formula....... C12H16(NO3)4O6
Molecular Weight: 504.28
CAS # 9004-70-0
Emergencies
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SPI # 02465-AB and 02465-CF Parlodion Strips
| Hazardous
Material Information System USA | Health | 0 | National Fire Protection Association USA |  |
| Fire Hazard | 3 | |||
| Reactivity | 3 | |||
| Personal Protection |
Ingredient CAS # Percent Hazardous Nitrocellulose 9004-70-0 99 Yes Urea 57-13-6 1 Yes
Emergency overview: Warning! Flammable solid.Potential Health Effects
Inhalation: No adverse health effects via inhalation. Formation of large quantities of extremely toxic gases, notably oxides of nitrogen, hydrogen cyanide and carbon monoxide may occur upon decomposition. Effects from exposures to decomposition products are severe and life threatening. Ingestion: Although ingestion is highly unlikely, swallowing may result in mild stomach upset. Skin contact: Not expected to be a health hazard from skin exposure. May cause mild irritation and redness. Eye contact: Although eye contact is highly unlikely, it may result in severe pain. Chronic exposure: No information found. Aggravation of Pre-existing Conditions: No information found.
Inhalation: Not expected to require first aid measures. Remove to fresh air. Get medical attention for any breathing difficulty. Ingestion: Not expected to require first aid measures. If large amounts were swallowed, give water to drink and get medical advice. Skin contact: Not expected to require first aid measures. Wash exposed area with soap and water. Get medical advice if irritation develops. Eye contact: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting upper and lower eyelids occasionally. Get medical attention if irritation persists.
Fire:
Flash Point: 13°C (55°F)
Auto-Ignition Temperature: 165°C (329°F)
Presents an unusually severe fire hazard; when dry, ignites readily
and burns explosively. Should never be kept for any appreciable time
in any dry fibrous state. Unstabilized product decomposes gradually at
relatively low temperature, with evolution of copious volumes of toxic
and flammable gases, and rapid heat generation. The resulting flameless
decomposition is self- sustaining and accelerative, presenting the added
hazard of dangerous pressures in building structures. This material
contains sufficient oxygen to self-sustain burning even in
oxygen-deficient atmospheres.
Explosion:
For unstabilized dry material: An explosion may be initiated by sudden
shock, by high temperature or by a combination of the two. Sensitive to
mechanical impact. Sensitive to static charge.
Fire Extinguishing Media:
Water spray, dry chemical, alcohol foam, or carbon dioxide
Special information:
In the event of a fire, wear full protective clothing and NIOSH-approved
self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) with full face piece operated
in the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode. Use extreme
caution in approaching fires. It may explode. Do not fight advanced
fires, except for remote activation of installed fire extinguishing
equipment and/or with unmanned fixed turrets and hose nozzles.
The surrounding area should be evacuated. Fires should be approached
from upwind. Use self-contained breathing apparatus. Since cellulose
nitrate supplies its own oxygen, prompt cooling with a large quantity
of water is essential; water applied through spray nozzles is effective
if used quickly and in sufficient volume.
Special Conditions to Avoid:
High temperatures
Dangerous material. Partially decomposed material may detonate or autoignite. Handle decomposed material as an explosive that may detonate with mild shock using explosive disposal procedures. Remove all sources of ignition. Ventilate area or leak or spill. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment as specified in Section 8. Spills : Clean up spills in a manner that does not disperse dust into the air. Use non-sparking tools and equipment. Reduce airborne dust and prevent scattering by moistening with water. Pick up spill for recovery or disposal and place in a closed container.
Containers should be protected against damage and not exposed to heating. Storage area should be segregated, well ventilated, and equipped with both decomposition and explosion vents having the maximum amount of free opening. Protect against excessive heat and direct sunlight, avoid contact with electric light bulbs, steam coils, or other sources of heat; prohibit open flames or other sources of ignition. Control ignition sources. Employ grounding, bonding venting, and explosion relief provisions in accord with accepted engineering practices in any process capable of generating an explosion due to static charge. Containers of this material may be hazardous when empty since they retain product residues (dust, solids); observe all warnings and precautions listed for the product.
Airborne Exposure Limits: None established Ventilation System: In general, dilution ventilation is a satisfactory health hazard control for this substance. However, if conditions of use create discomfort to the worker, a local exhaust system should be considered. Use explosion proof equipment. Personal Respirator (NIOSH Approved): Not expected to require personal respirator usage. Skin Protection: Wear protective gloves and clean body-covering clothing. Eye Protection: Use chemical safety goggles. Maintain eye wash fountain and quick-drench facilities in work area.
Appearance: Thin, transparent, colorless to pale yellow strips Odor: No information found. Solubility: Insoluble in water. Specific Gravity: 1.66 @ 20°C/4°C pH: No information found % volatiles by volume @ 21°C (70°F) 0 Boiling Point/Range: No information found Melting Point: 165°C (329°F); ignites before actually melting Vapor Density (Air = 1): No information given Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): No information given Evaporation Rate (BuAc=1): Not applicable
Stability: Stable at room temperature is sealed containers. For unstabilized, dry material: An explosion may be initiated by sudden shock, by high temperature or a combination of the two. Heat and sunlight can contribute to instability. Hazardous Decomposition Products: Emits toxic fumes of hydrogen cyanide, nitric oxides and carbon monoxide when heated to decomposition. Incomplete combustion may generate toxic hydrogen cyanide fumes. Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur. Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizers Conditions to avoid: Heat, flame, sources of ignition, light and incompatibilities.
Oral rat LD50: > 5g/kgIngredient NTP Carcinogen Known Anticipated IARC Category Nitrocellulose (CAS #9004-70-0) No No None Urea (CAS #57-13-6) No No None Cancer lists
Environmental Fate:
No information found in our selected references.
Bioaccumulation:
Not expected to occur.
Environmental Toxicity:
No information found
Whatever can not be saved for recovery or recycling should be
handled as hazardous waste and sent to a RCRA approved waste
facility. Processing, use or contamination of this product
may change the waste management options. State and local
disposal regulations may different from federal disposal
regulations.
Dispose of container and unused contents in accordance with
federal, state, and local requirements.
Domestic USA (Land, US Dept. of Transportation) Proper shipping name: FLAMMABLE SOLID, ORGANIC, N. O. S. (NITROCELLULOSE) Hazard class: 4.1 UN/NA: UN 1325 Packing Group II Information reported for product size: 500g International (Water, I.M.O.) Proper shipping name: FLAMMABLE SOLID, ORGANIC, N. O. S. (NITROCELLULOSE) Hazard class: 4.1 UN/NA: UN 1325 Packing Group II Information reported for product size: 500g Marine Pollutant: No information
Ingredient CAS# TSCA EC Japan Australia Korea DSL NDSL Phil Nitrocellulose 9004-70-0 Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Urea 57-13-6 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Federal, State and International Regulations SARA 302 SARA 313 RCRA TSCA Ingredient RQ TPQ List Chem.Cat CERCLA 261.33 8(d) Nitrocellulose No No No No No No No 9004-70-0 Urea No No No No No No No 57-13-6 Chemical Weapons Convention: No TSCA 12(b): No CDTA: No SARA 311/312: Acute: No Chronic: No Fire: Yes Pressure: No Reactivity: Yes Australian Hazchem Code: 2[Y] Australian Poison Schedule: No information found California Prop. 65: Proposition 65 requires manufacturers or distributors of consumer products into the State of California to provide a warning statement if the product contains ingredients for which the State has found to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. If this product contains an ingredient listed by the State of California to cause cancer or reproductive toxicity, it will be listed below: No such ingredients have been found.
NFPA Ratings: Health: 0 Flammability: 3 Reactivity: 3 Label Hazard Warning: Warning! Flammable Solid Label Precautions: Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Label First Aid: Not applicable Product Use: Laboratory reagent, to be used only by trained persons experience and knowledgeable about the properties and safety procedures associated with the use of this product. Revision information: MSDS Sections changed since the last revision of this document include 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9,10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16. 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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