MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

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(Prepared According to 29 CFR 1910.1200)      Date Prepared: June, 1998                                    Date Revised: September 11, 2005

Prepared by: Robert V. Johnson                           Date Printed: September 11, 2005

SECTION 1 - COMPANY & PRODUCT  IDENTIFICATION:

Company Name: KLEERWITE CHEMICAL                                         Emergency Phone: 800-535-5053  (InfoTrac)

                                                 P. O. BOX 10428, BURKE, VA  22009-0428,  703-451-3964; FAX: 703-451-7362

Trade Name: ACETIC ACID - 28%                            Product Type: BASIC CHEMICAL

SECTION 2 - INGREDIENT INFORMATION:  *  =  HAZARDOUS

            CHEMICAL NAME/COMMON NAME

    CAS  NO.

 PERCENT

    TLV

* ACETIC ACID - GLACIAL

64-19-7

25 - 30%

3 mg/m3

WATER

7732-18-5

 

 

SARA HAZARD TITLE III, SECTION 313-CONTAINS THE STARED INGREDIENT(S) AT THE INDICATED PERCENTAGES  

SECTION 3 - HEALTH HAZARD DATA:

Primary Routes of Exposure       Eye[ X  ]                  [  X] Skin                  [ X ]  Oral                    [ X] Inhalation                 [   ]  Other

Overexposure Effects: Causes severe eye and skin burns and irritation.  Ingestion will cause mucosal damage.

Threshold Limit Value:  Not Established.

H.M.I.S Values:  Health (Blue) - .3 ; Flammability (Red) - 0; Reactivity (Yellow) - 1; Personal Protection -  C

Carcinogen or Suspect Carcinogen Ingredients        [   ]  NTP                   [   ]  IARC                     [   ]  OSHA                      [ X ]  None

SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES:

Eyes:  Remove contact lenses. Flush eyes with water for 15 minutes, get prompt medical attention. 

Skin: Flush skin with water.  Remove contaminated clothing.

Ingestion: Give several glasses of water or milk. NEVER give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention..

Inhalation: Seek well ventilated area.  If irritation persists seek medical attention.

SECTION  5 - FIREFIGHTING MEASURES:

Flash Point (T.C.C.)       [X ]  None to boiling               Flammable Limits      Upper: Not Flammable ;      Lower: Not Flammable

Extinguishing Media:    Foam, CO2, Water fog, BC/ABC Extinguisher may be used in area where material is stored.

Special firefighting Procedures: None  known

Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: None  known

SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES:

If Released or Spilled: Stop leaks. Contain spill, absorb with an inert material and place in a suitable container.  Flush spill area with large amounts of water.

Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose of wash water and spill byproducts according to State and Federal regulations.

SECTION 7 - STORAGE AND HANDLING INFORMATION:

Store in a cool, dry area. Do not allow product to freeze. Do not get in the eyes, on skin or on clothing.  Do not take internally.

SECTION  8 - SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION

Respiratory Protection:    Not needed under normal condition of use.

Ventilation Requirements               [ X ]  Local Exhaust                            [    ]  Mechanical                          [   ]  Other

Protective Gloves: Necessary for any contact  Eye Protection: Safety glasses/goggles Other protective Clothing:    None needed

SECTION  9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES:

Boiling point (0F.)    Above 200°F       Density (lb/gl)  8.435  Specific Gravity  (H2O = 1)   1.011      pH (1%) =   2.9

Vapor Pressure (mm Hg) 15.7  mmHg                                                                                                        Vapor Density (Air=1) 2.07

Solubility in water:           [X ] Complete                  [   ] Insoluble        [   ]  Emulsifiable (or Dispersible)           [  ]  Slight (or Partial)

Evaporation Rate (vs. Ether)      [   ] Faster             [X ]  Slower                                [  ]  About the same

Appearance and Odor: Clear liquid with a pungent acidic odor.

SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY:

Stability: Stable     Incompatibility: Oxidizers and alkalis.    Hazardous Decomposition Products: None known.

SECTION 11 - TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION:                                                                                                

Proper Shipping Name: ACETIC AID SOLUTION

D.O.T. Hazard Class:  8     UN Number:   UN2790              Packaging Group:  PGII         Label Required: CORROSIVE

This information is provided without any representation or warranty, express or implied, regarding its accuracy or correctness.  Conditions or methods of handling, storage, use and disposal of the product are beyond our knowledge. For this and other reasons, we do not assume responsibility and expressly disclaim liability for loss, damage and expense arising out of or in any way connected with the handing, storage, use or disposal of the product.