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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
PRODUCT: |
Insta-Snow |
Date: Aug. 13, 2001 |
01- IDENTIFICATION OF THE PRODUCT/COMPANY
| PRODUCT NAME: |
Insta-Snow |
| SUPPLIER: |
Steve Spangler, Inc., 3930 S. Kalamath, Englewood, CO
80110
303-798-2778
Emergency Contact: Poison Control (800) 222-1222 |
02- COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENT
| Chemical Name |
Acrylic Acid, Polymers, Sodium Salt |
| CAS No. |
9033-79-8 |
03- HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
| MOST IMPORTANT HAZARDS: |
None |
| PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL HAZARDS: |
In the presence of an ignition source dust can form an explosive mixture with air. During thermal decomposition, toxic by-products can be released. |
04- FIRST AID MEASURES
| SKIN CONTACTS |
Flush skin immediately with water. |
| EYE CONTACT |
Immediately flush eyes with water and seek medical attention. |
| INHALATION |
Remove to fresh air. Rinse out with gargles and seek medical attention |
| INGESTION |
Rinse mouth with water. Induce vomiting and seek medical attention. |
05- FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
| SUITABLE EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: |
Water spray
Dry powder
Carbon dioxide(CO2)
Foam |
| SPECIFIC HAZARDS |
In the presence of an ignition source, dust can form explosive mixture with air in an enclosed space. At temperature above 200 oC, thermal decomposition giving toxic products; organic derivatives, carbon oxides, can occur. |
SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
FOR FIREFIGHTERS |
Wear protective clothing, safety goggles and self-contained breathing apparatus. |
06- ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
| PERSONAL PROTECTION |
Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Prohibit inhalation of dust. |
| ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION |
Do not release into the environment.
Do not let the product enter into drains. |
| METHOD FOR CLEANING UP |
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| Recovery |
Sweep or vacuum spilled product. Do not rinse with water. Product is slippery when wet. |
| Disposal |
Destroy by incineration or landfill in accordance with local regulations. |
07- HANDLING AND STORAGE
| HANDLING PRECAUTIONS: |
Storage and handling precautions applicable to products;
dust can form an explosive mixture with air in the presence of an ignition source. Ensure appropriate exhaust and ventilation at machinery and at places where dust can be generated.(Do not permanently recycle unfiltered air) Avoid dust formation.
Avoid accumulation of static charges. Avoid spillage on the floor, product becomes slippery when wet. |
| STORAGE CONDITIONS: |
Keep container tightly closed.
Store protected from moisture.
Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.
Provide electrical earthing of equipment and electrical equipment usable in explosive atomosphere. |
| PACKING MATERIALS: |
Paper bags lined with polyethylene.(or Polypropylene) |
08- EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
| PROTECTIVE PROVISIONS |
Ensure sufficient air exchange and / or exhaust in work areas. (Do not permanently recycle unfiltered air) |
| CONTROL PARAMETERS |
Exposure limits Value recommended by EDANA: VME=0.05mg/m3 (respirable dust) (<10mm) |
| PERSONAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT |
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| Respiratory |
Effective dust mask
Hand Gloves
Eye Safety glasses / goggles
Skin and body Non-skid boots |
| Hygiene measures |
Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Prohibit inhalation of dust. |
09- PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
| Appearance |
White granular powder |
| Bulk Density |
0.62 to 0.74 g/ml |
| Decomposition Point |
ca.330 oC |
| Solubility in H2O |
Swells in water |
| Auto-ignition Temperature |
Above 400 oC |
10- STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
| CONDITIONS TO AVOID |
Store protected from moisture.
Keep away from heat and sources of ignition. |
| HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS |
Temperature above 200 oC, Thermal decomposition giving toxic products;organic vapors, carbon monoxide |
| FURTHER INFORMATION |
Polymer swells in presence of water. |
11- TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
| Corrosiveness |
none |
1) |
| Acute Toxicity |
Oral rat LD50: 2,000 mg/kg |
1) |
| Skin Irritation |
Not an irritant (Human, Rabbit) |
1) |
| Eye Irritation |
Not an irritant (Rabbit) |
1) |
| Vaginal Mucosal Irritation |
Not an irritant (Dog) |
1) |
| Ames Mutagenicity Test |
Non-mutagenic |
1) |
| Skin contact sensitization |
Non-sensitizing (Rat) |
1) |
| Symptoms of Exposure Dust |
may cause eye, nasal, or bronchial |
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| Cytotoxicity Non-cytotoxicity |
(L929 cell) |
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12- ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
| PERSISTENCE / DEGRADABILITY |
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| In water |
Not readily biodegradable: 0% after 28 days |
| ECOTOXICITY |
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| AQUATIC TOXICITY |
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| ACUTE TOXICITY |
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13- DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION
| DISPOSAL OF PRODUCT: |
Destroy the product by incineration. |
14- TRANSPORT INFORMATION
| ADR / RID |
Not regulated |
| IMDG |
Not regulated |
| IATA |
Not regulated |
15- REGULATORY INFORMATION
| EEC DIRECTIVE |
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| SAFETY DATA |
D.91/155/EEC amended by D.93/112/EEC: Dangerous substance and preparations. |
| EC CLASSIFICATION / LABELING |
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| DANGEROUS PREPARATIONS |
D.88/379/EEC amended by D.93/18/EEC (3rdATP)
Not classified as dangerous. |
| INVENTORIES |
TSCA(USA): Conforms
EINECS(EC) : Conforms
ENCS(Japan) : Conforms |
16- OTHER INFORMATION
| RECOMMENDED USE: |
Superabsorbent polymers
Aqueous fluid absorbent |
| REFERENCE 1) |
Data of contracted outside laboratory |
Regulatory information regarding the use of this substance in a given country is the responsibility of the user. The information relates
the specific material(s) listed. It may not be valid for the material(s) if used in combination with other materials or in any process.
the user's responsibility to satisfy himself as to the suitability and completeness of this information for his own particular use. |
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