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MSDS of N 9901
PRODUCT
OPTIMER® 9901
APPLICATION : FLOCCULANT
COMPANY IDENTIFICATION :
CHINA : NALCO INDUSTRIAL SERVICES (SUZHOU) CO LTD TEL: 86-512-68255001 FAX: 86-512-68250130
INDIA : NLC NALCO INDIA LIMITED TEL: 9133 2674 0395 FAX: 91-33-22296858
INDONESIA : PT. NALCO INDONESIA TEL: 62-21-8753175 FAX: 62-21-8753167
MALAYSIA : NALCO INDUSTRIAL SERVICES MALAYSIA SDN BHD TEL: 603-5569 4118 FAX: 603-5569 5955
PHILIPPINES : NALCO PHILIPPINES INC. TEL: 63-49-5451550 FAX: 63-49-5453442
SINGAPORE : NALCO PACIFIC PTE LTD TEL: 65- 6505-6868 FAX: 65-6862 0850
THAILAND : NALCO INDUSTRIAL SERVICES (THAILAND) CO LTD TEL: 66-38-955-160 FAX: 66-38-955-166
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S) : For local telephone numbers, refer to Section 16.
International Emergency Number: + 65 6542 9595
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Based on our hazard evaluation, none of the substances in this product are hazardous.
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EYE CONTACT
Can cause mild irritation.
SKIN CONTACT
May cause irritation with prolonged contact.
INGESTION
Not a likely route of exposure. If swallowed a jelly mass may form which in digestion may cause blockage.
INHALATION
Not a likely route of exposure. Repeated or prolonged exposure may irritate the respiratory tract.
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EYE CONTACT :
Brush off excess powder. Immediately flush eye with water for at least 15 minutes while holding eyelids open. If
symptoms develop, seek medical advice.
SKIN CONTACT :
Brush off excess powder. Remove contaminated clothing. Wash off affected area immediately with plenty of
water. If symptoms develop, seek medical advice.
INGESTION :
Get medical attention. Do not induce vomiting without medical advice. If conscious, washout mouth and give
water to drink. If reflexive vomiting occurs, rinse mouth and repeat administration of water.
INHALATION :
Remove to fresh air, treat symptomatically. If symptoms develop, seek medical advice.
NOTE TO PHYSICIAN :
Based on the individual reactions of the patient, the physician's judgement should be used to control symptoms
and clinical condition.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA :
Carbon dioxide, Foam, Dry powder
Water mist may be used to cool closed containers.
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS :
Restrict access to area as appropriate until clean-up operations are complete. Use personal protective
equipment recommended in Section 8 (Exposure Controls/Personal Protection). Stop or reduce any leaks if it is
safe to do so. Remove sources of ignition. Ventilate spill area if possible.
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cleaning agents. Contact an approved waste hauler for disposal of contaminated recovered material. Dispose
of material in compliance with regulations indicated in Section 13 (Disposal Considerations).
ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS :
This product is toxic to fish. It should not be directly discharged into lakes, ponds, streams, waterways or public
water supplies.
HANDLING :
Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. Do not take internally. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid generating
dusts. Keep the containers closed when not in use. Keep away from acids and oxidizing agents. Ensure all
containers are labeled. Empty product containers may contain product residue. Do not pressurize, cut, heat,
weld, or expose containers to flame or other sources of ignition. Do not use, store, spill or pour near heat,
sparks or open flame. Maintain good housekeeping practices.
STORAGE CONDITIONS :
Store in suitable labeled containers. Store the containers tightly closed. Keep in dry place. Store separately
from oxidizers. Store away from heat and sources of ignition. Connections must be grounded to avoid electrical
charges.
HONG KONG Inhalable (Total Dust) Nuisance Particulates (Inhalable dust) TWA 10
Inhalable (Total Dust) Nuisance Particulates (Respirable TWA 3
fraction.)
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particles.)
Inhalable (Total Dust) Nuisance Particulates (Respirable OSHA Z1/PEL 5
fraction.)
Inhalable (Total Dust) Nuisance Particulates (Total dust.) OSHA Z1/PEL 15
Inhalable (Total Dust) Nuisance Particulates (Respirable Z3/TWA
fraction.)
Inhalable (Total Dust) Nuisance Particulates (Total dust.) Z3/TWA
Inhalable (Total Dust) Nuisance Particulates (Respirable Z3/TWA 5
fraction.)
Inhalable (Total Dust) Nuisance Particulates (Total dust.) Z3/TWA 15
* A skin notation refers to the potential significant contribution to overall exposure by the cutaneous route,
including mucous membranes and the eyes.
ENGINEERING MEASURES :
General ventilation is recommended. Local exhaust ventilation may be necessary when dusts or mists are
generated.
PERSONAL PROTECTION
GENERAL ADVICE :
The use and choice of personal protection equipment is related to the hazard of the product, the workplace and
the way the product is handled. In general, we recommend as a minimum precaution that safety glasses with
side-shields and workclothes protecting arms, legs and body be used. In addition any person visiting an area
where this product is handled should at least wear safety glasses with side-shields.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION :
An approved respirator must be worn if the occupational exposure limit is likely to be exceeded. A dust, mist,
fume cartridge may be used. If respiratory protection is required, institute a complete respiratory protection
program including selection, fit testing, training, maintenance and inspection. In event of emergency or planned
entry into unknown concentrations a positive pressure, full-facepiece SCBA should be used.
HAND PROTECTION :
Nitrile gloves PVC gloves Neoprene gloves Rubber gloves Butyl gloves Cloth gloves
SKIN PROTECTION :
Wear standard protective clothing.
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EYE PROTECTION :
Wear safety glasses with side-shields.
HYGIENE RECOMMENDATIONS :
Use good work and personal hygiene practices to avoid exposure. Keep an eye wash fountain available. Keep
a safety shower available. If clothing is contaminated, remove clothing and thoroughly wash the affected area.
Launder contaminated clothing before reuse. Always wash thoroughly after handling chemicals. When handling
this product never eat, drink or smoke.
Note: These physical properties are typical values for this product and are subject to change.
STABILITY :
Stable under normal conditions.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION :
Hazardous polymerization will not occur.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID :
Extremes of temperature Freezing temperatures. Moisture Heat and sources of ignition including static
discharges. Avoid generating dusts.
MATERIALS TO AVOID :
Contact with strong oxidizers (e.g. chlorine, peroxides, chromates, nitric acid, perchlorate, concentrated oxygen,
permanganate) may generate heat, fires, explosions and/or toxic vapors.
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SENSITIZATION :
This product is not expected to be a sensitizer.
CARCINOGENICITY :
None of the substances in this product are listed as carcinogens by the International Agency for Research on
Cancer (IARC), the National Toxicology Program (NTP) or the American Conference of Governmental Industrial
Hygienists (ACGIH).
For additional information on the hazard of the preparation, please consult section 2 and 12.
ECOTOXICOLOGICAL EFFECTS :
The following results are for the product.
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Elimination from the aqueous phase via precipitation or flocculation is possible. No bioaccumulation will occur.
The large size of the polymer is incompatible with transport across the cellular membranes.
OTHER INFORMATION
The hazard characterization is based on the tests or potential hazard in the clean water.
Dispose of wastes in an approved waste treatment / disposal site, in accordance with all applicable regulations.
Do not dispose of wastes in local sewer or with normal garbage.
Empty drums should be taken for recycling, recovery, or disposal through a suitably qualified or licensed
contractor.
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The information in this section is for reference only and should not take the place of a shipping paper (bill of
lading) specific to an order. Please note that the proper Shipping Name / Hazard Class may vary by packaging,
properties, and mode of transportation. Typical Proper Shipping Names for this product are as follows.
LAND TRANSPORT
Proper Shipping Name : PRODUCT IS NOT REGULATED DURING
TRANSPORTATION
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CLASSIFICATION : This product is not classified as hazardous, however, we recommend the following safety
instructions:
SAFETY PHRASES
S24/25 - Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
S37/39 - Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection.
INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS
NFPA RATING
HEALTH : 0 FLAMMABILITY : 1 INSTABILITY : 0 OTHER :
0 = Insignificant 1 = Slight 2 = Moderate 3 = High 4 = Extreme
FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION (FDA) Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act :
When use situations necessitate compliance with FDA regulations, this product is acceptable under : 21 CFR
173.5 Acrylate-Acrylamide Resins, 21 CFR 176.170 Components of paper and paperboard in contact with
aqueous and fatty foods and 21 CFR 176.180 Components of paper and paperboard in contact with dry foods.
This product may be used as a flocculant in the clarification of beet sugar juice and liquor or cane sugar juice
and liquor or corn starch hydrolyzate in an amount not to exceed 5 ppm by weight of the juice or 10 ppm by
weight of the liquor or corn starch hydrolyzate. Limitation: For use as an adjuvant in the manufacture of paper
and paperboard in an amount not to exceed that necessary to accomplish the technical effect and not to exceed
2 percent (as polymer) by weight of the paper or paperboard.
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AUSTRALIA
All substances in this product comply with the National Industrial Chemicals Notification & Assessment Scheme
(NICNAS).
UNITED STATES :
The substances in this preparation are included on or exempted from the TSCA 8(b) Inventory (40 CFR 710)
CANADA :
The substance(s) in this preparation are included in or exempted from the Domestic Substance List (DSL).
EUROPE
The substance(s) in this preparation are included in or exempted from the EINECS or ELINCS inventories
JAPAN
All substances in this product comply with the Law Regulating the Manufacture and Importation Of Chemical
Substances and are listed on the Existing and New Chemical Substances list (ENCS).
CHINA
All substances in this product comply with the Provisions on the Environmental Administration of New Chemical
Substances and are listed on the Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances China (IECSC).
KOREA
All substances in this product comply with the Toxic Chemical Control Law (TCCL) and are listed on the Existing
Chemicals List (ECL)
PHILIPPINES
All substances in this product comply with the Republic Act 6969 (RA 6969) and are listed on the Philippines
Inventory of Chemicals & Chemical Substances (PICCS).
NEW ZEALAND
All substances in this product comply with the Hazardous Substances and New Organisms (HSNO) Act
1996,and are listed on or are exempt from the New Zealand Inventory of Chemicals.
This product material safety data sheet provides health and safety information. The product is to be used in
applications consistent with our product literature. Individuals handling this product should be informed of the
recommended safety precautions and should have access to this information. For any other uses, exposures
should be evaluated so that appropriate handling practices and training programs can be established to insure
safe workplace operations. Please consult your local sales representative for any further information.
NALCO INDUSTRIAL SERVICES (SUZHOU) CO LTD; 88 Ta Yuan Road, Suzhou New Development Zone,
Jiangsu 215011 PRC
NLC NALCO INDIA LIMITED; 20/A Park St, Culcutta 700016 India
PT. NALCO INDONESIA; Jl. Pahlawan, Desa Karang Asem Timur, Citeureup, Bogor, Indonesia
NALCO INDUSTRIAL SERVICES MALAYSIA SDN BHD; No 1, Jalan Jururancang U1/21, Seksyen U1, Hicom-
Glenmarie Industrial Park, 40150 Shah Alam, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia
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NALCO INDUSTRIAL SERVICES (THAILAND) CO LTD; Rayong Plant, 109/19 M00 4, Eastern Seaboard
Industrial Estate, Soi ESIE 6, T. Pluakdaeng, A. Pluakdaeng Rayong 21140 Thailand
REVISED INFORMATION: Significant changes to regulatory or health information for this revision is indicated by
a bar in the left-hand margin of the SDS.
Prepared By: Nalco Asia Pacific, Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) Specialist
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