| Section 1 Identification |
| Product Number: | C2688 |
| Health: | 2 |
| 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: | Sodium Polyacrylate Laboratory Grade |
| Trade/Chemical Synonyms | |
| Formula: | N/A |
| RTECS: | |
| C.A.S | CAS#: 025085-02-3 |
| Section 2 Component Mixture |
| Sara 313 | Component | CAS Number | % | Dim | Exposure Limits: |
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Sodium Polyacrylate | CAS#: 025085-02-3 | 100% | W/W | |
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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: If swallowed, induce vomiting immediately after giving two glasses of water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
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| Section 5 Fire Fighting Measures |
| Fire Extinguisher Type: | Use water spray, or fog, carbon dioxide or dry chemical. |
| Fire/Explosion Hazards: | Dust may be explosive if mixed with air in crital proportions and in the presence of a source of ignition |
| 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 |
Slippery when wet. Sweep up in containers for disposal. Flush spill area thoroughly with water and scrub to remove residue. Prevent liquid from entering sewers.
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| Section 7 Handling and
Storage |
| Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling. Store in a cool dry place. |
| Section 8 Exposure Controls
& Personal Protection |
Respiratory Protection:None required
Other Protective Equipment:
Wear appropriate clothing to prevent skin exposure
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| Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties |
| Melting Point: | not applicable | Specific Gravity | 0.65 - 0.85
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| Boiling Point: | not applicable |
Percent Volatile by Volume: | not available |
| Vapor Pressure: | not applicable |
Evaporation Rate: | not applicable |
| Vapor Density: |
not applicable |
Evaporation Standard: |
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| Solubility in Water: |
swells |
Auto ignition Temperature: |
Not applicable |
| Appearance and Odor: |
White odorless solid |
Lower Flamm. Limit in Air: |
Not applicable |
| Flash Point: |
not flammable |
Upper Flamm. Limit in Air: |
Not applicable |
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| Section 10 Stability and Reactivity Information |
| Stability: Stable | Conditions to Avoid: None known |
Materials to Avoid:
none known |
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
oxides of carbon |
| Hazardous Polymerization:Will Not Occur |
| Condition to Avoid:None known |
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| Section 11
Additional Information |
| May cause skin and eye irritation. If swallowed, call a physician immediately, if skin contact occurs, wash with plenty of water. In case of eye contact rinse immediately with plenty of water for 15 minutes. Material is not expected to be harmful if inhaled. |
| DOT Classification: Not Regulated |
DOT regulations may change from time to time. Please
consult the most recent version of the relevant regulations.
| Revision No:0 | Date Entered: 9/1/2006 |
Approved by: WPF |
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