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1 IDENTIFICATION OF PREPARATION AND OF COMPANY
1.1 Identification of the substance or preparation
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1.2 Use of substance/preparation
Corrosion inhibitor
1.3 Company/undertaking identification
GE Water & Process Technologies Middle East FZE
P.O. Box 261939
Plot S20143
Jebel Ali Free Zone South
Dubai , UAE
Tel : +971 4 8101777
Fax : +971 4 224 7922
e-mail : emea.productstewardship@ge.com
1.4 Emergency telephone
+971 4 8101777
2 COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical description
Inorganic acid
Hazardous component(s) EINECS/ELINCS # CAS # Conc.
Phosphoric Acid 231-633-2 7664-38-2 60 - 100 %
C, R34
Remarks
The classification of the above substance(s) is given, including the symbol letters and R phrases which are assigned in accordance
with their physicochemical, health and environmental hazards. Please refer to section 16 (Relevant R phrases, used in sections 2
and 3 of this SDS), where the full text of each relevant R phrase is listed.
3 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Important hazards
- Health/physical hazard Causes burns.
- Symptoms of exposure Skin contact causes severe irritation or burns.
Inhalation may cause irritation of mucous membranes and respiratory tract.
- Environmental hazards The product is not classified as dangerous for the environment.
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4 FIRST AID MEASURES
Skin contact Remove contaminated clothing.
Wash immediately with plenty of water.
Seek medical attention.
Eye contact Flush immediately with plenty of running water.
Keep eyelids apart.
Continue rinsing for at least 10 minutes.
Seek medical attention.
Inhalation Remove victim to fresh air and allow to rest.
Ingestion Immediately give 1-2 glasses of water, if victim is fully conscious.
Do NOT induce vomiting!
Seek medical attention.
5 FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing Media
- Suitable Carbon dioxide, dry chemicals, foam, water spray (fog).
Special protective equipment for Self contained breathing apparatus. (CEN : EN 137)
fire fighters Protective clothing (CEN : EN 469)
Protective gloves (CEN : EN 659)
Helmet (CEN : EN 443)
Special exposure hazards Oxides of phosphorus evolved in fire.
Contact with metals may release flammable hydrogen gas.
6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions Wear protective clothing, gloves and safety goggles.
Please refer also to section no. 8 'Exposure controls' for further information.
Environmental precautions Prevent from entering sewers or the immediate environment.
Accidental release of large quantities into the aquatic environment may harm aquatic
organisms.
Methods for Cleaning Up
- on soil Absorb onto inert material and dispose of according to Hazardous Waste Regulations.
Neutralise with soda ash.
Remove small spills with plenty of water.
7 HANDLING AND STORAGE
7.1 Handling Acidic.
Do not mix with alkaline material.
Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Do not breathe vapours.
7.2 Storage Store containers closed when not in use.
Do not freeze.
If frozen, thaw completely and mix thoroughly prior to use.
7.3 Specific use(s) Only for professional and industrial users
Maximum storage stability (days) 720
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8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure limit values
- MAC Phosphoric Acid: MAC-TGG 0,2 ppm, 1 mg/m3 (8u), 0,5 ppm, 2 mg/m3 (15min)
Exposure controls
- Recommended engineering Adequate ventilation to maintain air contaminants below exposure limits.
controls Arrange for eye wash possibility.
- Respiratory protection In case of insufficient ventilation, use a breathing mask with filter type: B2-P2
CEN : EN 140; EN 141
- Hand protection Gauntlet type neoprene gloves (Protection against unintentional short-term contact)
CEN : EN 374-1/2/3; EN 420
- Eye protection Splash proof chemical goggles.
Face shield.
CEN : EN 166
- Skin protection Chemical resistant apron.
CEN : EN 340; EN 368; EN 369; EN 467
- Environmental exposure controls Prevent from entering in public sewers or the immediate environment.
9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
9.1 General information
Appearance Liquid
Colour Colourless to light yellow
9.2 Important health, safety and environmental info
pH (concentrated product) <1
pH in aqueous solution 1,2 (5%)
Flash point (Pensky/Martens) (°C) > 100
Density at 20°C (kg/m3) 1580
Solubility in water (% weight) Completely soluble
Viscosity at 20°C (mPas) 19
9.3 Other information
Melting point, (°C) - 34
Pour point, (°C) - 31
10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
10.1 Conditions to avoid Contact with metals may release flammable hydrogen gas.
10.2 Materials to avoid Avoid contact with strong bases.
10.3 Hazardous decomposition Oxides of phosphorus evolved in fire.
products
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11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Mammalian Test Data
- Oral LD50, rat (mg/kg) 4400
- Dermal LD50, rabbit (mg/kg) >3160
Exposure hazard
- Inhalation Irritating to respiratory system.
May cause coughing, breathing difficulties, or shortness of breath.
- Skin contact Causes burns.
- Eye contact Causes burns.
- Ingestion Causes burns in mouth, throat and/or stomach.
12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity
- Fathead minnow (mg/l) LC50 : 4200
NOEL : 2100
96 hour static renewal bioassay
- Daphnia Magna (mg/l) LC50 : 3540
NOEL : 2100
48 hour static renewal bioassay
- Ceriodaphnia (mg/l) LC85 : 2500
LC5 : 500
48 hour static screen
Persistence and degradability This product, being inorganic, has no TOC, BOD.
Summary The product is not classified as dangerous for the environment.
The evaluation of environmental hazards is based on the concentration limits as set out in
directive 1999/45/EC.
13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Disposal of product According to Hazardous Waste Regulations.
EWC ( European Waste Code ) recommendation : 06 01 04
06 Wastes from inorganic chemical processes.
06 01 Wastes from the manufacture, formulation, supply and use (MFSU) of acids.
06 01 04 Phosphoric and phosphorous acid.
Depending on the origin and state of the waste, other EWC numbers may be applicable too.
Disposal of packaging According to Hazardous Waste Regulations.
EWC ( European Waste Code ) recommendation : 15 01 10
15 Waste packaging; absorbents, wiping cloths, filter materials and protective clothing not
otherwise specified.
15 01 Packaging (including separately collected municipal packaging waste).
15 01 10 Packaging containing residues of or contaminated by dangerous substances.
Depending on the origin and state of the waste, other EWC numbers may be applicable too.
14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Substance id.no. (SIN) (UN No.) 1805
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Correct shipping name Phosphoric acid, liquid.
Land transport
- Transport hazard label 8
Corrosive
- RID/ADR classification 8
- Packaging group III
Maritime transport
- Transport hazard label 8
Corrosive
- IMO-IMDG class 8
- Packaging group III
- EmS no. F-A, S-B
- MFAG no. See Emergency action guide.
The treatment recommended in this Guide is specified in the appropriate tables and more
comprehensive in the appropriate sections of the Appendices.
Air transport
- Transport hazard label 8
Corrosive
- ICAO/IATA classification 8
15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
EEC labelling information
- Symbol(s)
Corrosive:C
- Contains Phosphoric Acid
- R Phrase(s) R 34 :Causes burns.
- S Phrase(s) S 26 :In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical
advice.
S 28 :After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water.
S 36/37/39 :Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
S 45 :In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label
where possible).
- EINECS number All ingredients of this product are listed in EINECS or ELINCS, unless specifically exempted
under the EEC Directive 67/548/EEC.
16 OTHER INFORMATION
Nature of revision Correction in Section: 1,2,3,7,15
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Based on EC Directive / 1999/45/EC
Regulations 2001/58/EC
2001/118/EC
(EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH)
Relevant R phrases, used in R 34 : Causes burns.
sections 2 and 3 of this SDS
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