| Section 1 Identification |
| Product Number: | C1956 |
| Health: | 3 |
| Flammability | 1 |
| Reactivity | 0 |
Hazard Rating:
| Least | Slight | Moderate | High | Extreme |
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
NA = Not Applicable NE = Not Established
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| Product Name: | Lactic Acid 85% Reagent A.C.S. |
| Trade/Chemical Synonyms | |
| Formula: | CHCH(OH)COOH |
| RTECS: | OD2800000 |
| C.A.S | CAS# 50-21-5 |
| Section 2 Component Mixture |
| Sara 313 | Component | CAS Number | % | Dim | Exposure Limits: |
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Lactic Acid 85% | CAS# 50-21-5 | 100% | W/W | TXDS: orl-rat LD: 3543 mg/Kg |
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| Section 3 Hazard Identification (Also
see section 11) |
| May be harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation. Avoid breathing vapors, or dusts. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. |
| Section 4 First Aid Measures |
May be harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation. Avoid breathing vapors, or dusts. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling.
FIRST AID: SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash exposed area with soap and water. if irritation persists, seek medical attention.
EYES: Wash eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting lids occasionally. Seek Medical Aid. INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen
INGESTION: Give several glasses of milk or water. Vomiting may occur spontaneously, but DO NOT INDUCE! Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
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| Section 5 Fire Fighting Measures |
| Fire Extinguisher Type: | Water spray, Carbon dioxide, dry chemical, powder, foam. |
| Fire/Explosion Hazards: | Thermal decomposition produces highly toxic fumes. |
| Fire Fighting Procedure: | Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and clothing. |
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| Section 6 Accidental Release
Measures |
Eliminate Ignition Sources. Neutralize with: Soda lime, soda ash. Absorb with vermiculite or other inert material. Place in container.
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| Section 7 Handling and
Storage |
| Store in a cool dry well ventilated area. Keep away from heat and flame. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. |
| Section 8 Exposure Controls
& Personal Protection |
Respiratory Protection:NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator
Other Protective Equipment:
Wear appropriate clothing to prevent skin exposure
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| Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties |
| Melting Point: | 63°F | Specific Gravity | 1.2
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| Boiling Point: | 252°F |
Percent Volatile by Volume: | Information not available |
| Vapor Pressure: | Information not available |
Evaporation Rate: | Information not available |
| Vapor Density: |
Information not available |
Evaporation Standard: |
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| Solubility in Water: |
Miscible |
Auto ignition Temperature: |
Not applicable |
| Appearance and Odor: |
Colorless to yellow liquid, no odor |
Lower Flamm. Limit in Air: |
Not applicable |
| Flash Point: |
>235° F |
Upper Flamm. Limit in Air: |
Not applicable |
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| Section 10 Stability and Reactivity Information |
| Stability: Stable | Conditions to Avoid: Avoid contact with incompatible materials. |
Materials to Avoid:
Strong oxidizing agents, acids, iodides, albumin |
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Toxic fumes of: Carbon Monoxide, Carbon Dioxide |
| Hazardous Polymerization:Will Not Occur |
| Condition to Avoid:None known |
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| Section 11
Additional Information |
| May cause severe skin and eye irritation, corneal damage. Ingestion causes burns in the mouth, throat, stomach. Corrosive to mucous membranes. Conditions aggravated/target organs: Persons with pre-existing eye, skin and respiratory conditions may be more susceptible |
| DOT Classification: Corrosive liquid, acidic, organic, n.o.s. (Lactic acid), 8, UN3265, PG III |
DOT regulations may change from time to time. Please
consult the most recent version of the relevant regulations.
| Revision No:0.1 | Date Entered: 9/1/2006 |
Approved by: WPF |
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