GENERAL CHEMICAL CORPORATION MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET SECTION I
PRODUCT NAME OR NUMBER: NO REZ 65 (soldering flux for cast on strap battery manufacture) MANUFACTURER'S NAME: General Chemical Corporation ADDRESS (number, street, city, state, zip) 13300 Foley Detroit, MI 48227 U.S.A Only in the Event of CHEMICAL EMERGENCY, Spill, Leak, Fire, Exposure, or Accident Call: (313) 491-0355 - General Chemical Corp. (800) 424-9300 - Day or Night (202) 483-7616 Call Collect from Outside
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS DESCRIPTION, PROPER SHIPPING NAME, HAZARD CLASS, HAZARD ID NO Hydrobromic Acid Base not more than 49% strength, Corrosive Material, D.O.T. Class 55 ADDITIONAL HAZARD CLASSES (as applicable): CORROSIVE, 8, UN 1788 CHEMICAL FAMILY: Hydrogen Halide FORMULA: Soldering Flux without Zinc Salts
SECTION II - INGREDIENTS
CAS REGISTRY NO. 10035-10-6 111-76-2 7732-18-5 %W <50 <4 Balance CHEMICAL NAME(S) Hydrobromic Acid Base Glycol Ether** Water & Proprietary
** Section 313 Supplier Notification: This product contains the following chemicals subject to the reporting and requirements of Section 313 of the emergency Planning and Community Right-To-Know Act of 1986 and 40CFR 372: Chemical Name: Glycol Ether CAS #: 111-76-2 Maximum % by weight: 4%
SECTION III - PHYSICAL DATA
BOILING POINT: VAPOR PRESSURE: @ psi F C [ ] mmHg [ ] 100% >212 F N/A SPECIFIC GRAVITY (H2O= 1) PERCENT VOLATILE BY VOL. (%): PERCENT SOLID BY WEIGHT (%): 1.21 80 VAPOR DENSITY (AIR =1) EVAPORATION RATE (Butyl Acetate = 1): 20 pH = (neat) Approx. <1.0 N/A N/A
SOLUBILITY IN WATER:
APPEARANCE AND ODOR: Mobil Clear Amber Liquid with Acidic Odor
MATERIAL IS:
{LIQUID} SOLID GAS POWDER PASTE
SECTION IV - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
FLASH POINT: (Method used Literature supplied) None F C FLAMMABLE LIMITS None LEL N/A UEL N/A
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Water preferred. Avoid carbonate dry powder because of reactivity. SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Firefighters should wear full protective clothing with self-contained breathing apparatus and full-face shield to prevent contact with product and solutions. UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Explosive vapors may accumulate in heated drums. Contact with soft metals such as aluminum, zinc and tin can generate hydrogen gas which is flammable and/or explosive if ignited.
SECTION V - HEALTH HAZARD DATA - NO REZ 65
EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE (Conditions to Avoid): Burns of eyes and skin cause by direct contact. Skin irritation, chronic effects dermatitis. PRIMARY ROUTES OF ENTRY: Inhalation [x ] Skin Contact [x ] EYES [X] THRESHOLD LIMIT VALUE: 3 ppm in air, 10 mg/cubic meter of air for HBr. INGESTION [X]
EFFECTS OF EXPOSURE: INHALATION: This product may cause moderate to severe burns to the respiratory tract, coughing and chest discomfort. SKIN CONTACT: This product may cause burns to the skin, dermatitis, inflammation, pain and ulcerations of the skin. EYES: This product may cause moderate to severe burns, redness, pain and corneal damage. Damage may be irreversible. INGESTION: This product may cause burns of the mouth, throat and digestive tract, vomiting and nausea. FIRST AID MEASURES: EYES: Immediately flush eyes with large amounts of water for 15 minutes. Hold eyelids open to insure complete irrigation. SKIN CONTACT: Wash thoroughly with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. INGESTION: Drink large quantities of water or milk. Do not induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. IN ALL ABOVE CASES, GET IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION!
SECTION VI - REACTIVITY DATA
STABILITY UNSTABLE STABLE X CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Avoid heat. Heat will release acid fumes.
INCOMPATIBILITY (Materials to Avoid) Metals, strong alkalis and oxidizing material. HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: When heated, may release hydrogen bromide, ammonia and oxides of carbon. HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION MAY OCCUR WILL NOT OCCUR X CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Strong alkalis, oxidizing agents and metals.
SECTION VII - SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED: For small spills, neutralize with sodium bicarbonate or sodium carbonate and collect for disposal in UN approved containers. Flush area with water to remove any remaining residues. For large spills, dike to prevent contamination of sewers and waterways. Follow above steps for small spills. WATER DISPOSAL METHOD: Treat and discharge in accordance with local, state and federal regulations.
SECTION VIII - SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: NIOSH approved, in the absence of proper environmental control/ventilation. VENTILATION LOCAL EXHAUST: Yes, at elevated temperatures. MECHANICAL: Control of fumes to suggested guides. PROTECTIVE GLOVES (Specify Type): Rubber or Acid Resistant SPECIAL: OTHER:
EYE PROTECTION (Specify Type): Safety Goggles When Needed.
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: When needed, rubber or acid resistant apron, sleeves, face shield and safety shower.
SECTION IX - SPECIAL PRECAUTION - NO REZ 65
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORAGE: Prevent contact. Store in ventilated, cool dry area. Avoid breathing fumes, dust, or mist. Wash before eating, smoking or using the toilet. OTHER PRECAUTIONS: Do not freeze. Keep containers sealed properly. Empty containers retain residues and label hazard precautions. Empty containers should be completely drained, properly bunged and promptly returned to a drum reconditioner. PLEASE COMPLETE QUESTIONNAIRE AND RETURN TO: NAME (Print): SIGNATURE: TITLE: Technical Support SUPERSEDES: 03-NOVGregory Work
DATE ISSUED: 15-JAN-2001 99
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