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SAFETY DATA SHEET Page 1 of 4
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I. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

Product Name: HYTHERM 500

Product Descriptor: BOILER WATER TREATMENT FOR INHIBITION OF DEPOSITS AND CORR
MANUFACTURER: JOHNSONDIVERSEY, INC. EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBER:(800)851-7145
3630 E. KEMPER ROAD
CINCINNATI, OH. 45241

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II. HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS

Component Name CAS Number % Exposure Limits Units

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SODIUM HEXAMETAPHOSPHATE 68915-31-1 5 - 15% None established
SODIUM HYDROXIDE 1310-73-2 1 - 5% TLV-C 2 MG/M3
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III. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW:
CORROSIVE MATERIAL - Causes severe burns to skin and eyes. Harmful if
swallowed. Do not contact eyes, skin or clothing. Avoid breathing any dust,
spray mist or vapors in spill area. Wash thoroughly after handling product.
Wear eye protection, clothing and footwear to prevent skin contact.
POSSIBLE ROUTES OF ENTRY: Ingestion; Skin contact/absorption; Inhalation

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF OVEREXPOSURE

ACUTE: EYES: Severe burns or irritation with pain, redness, swelling, and
blurred or impaired vision. SKIN: Burns, blisters or rash with
pain and swelling. INGESTION: Burns or irritation to mouth, throat
with pain, nausea and vomiting. INHALATION: Spray or mist causes
severe irritation with pain, choking, and breathing difficulty.
CHRONIC: Prolonged and repeated exposure may cause irritation.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE: Dermatitis, sensitive
skin, pulmonary function and asthma.
TARGET ORGAN(S) OF CHEMICAL HAZARD(S): Eyes, skin and respiratory tract.
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IV. FIRST AID MEASURES

EYES: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15

minutes. Hold eyelids apart to completely flush all chemicals from
entire eye surface. Get immediate medical attention.
SKIN: Flush thoroughly with plenty of water. Wash with mild soap and
water. Remove contaminated clothes and shoes and clean before
reuse. Get medical attention for any painful, red or injured
skin.
INGESTION: If swallowed, rinse mouth with water. Dilute by drinking several
glasses of water. DO NOT induce vomiting. If patient vomits,
rerinse mouth. Get immediate medical attention. NOTE: Never
give fluids by mouth to an unconscious person.
INHALATION: If inhaled, move to fresh air. If patient is not breathing, give

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IV. FIRST AID MEASURES (Cont.)

artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen

under the direction of trained personnel or a physician. Get
immediate medical attention.
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V. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

FLASH POINT (degrees F): None FLAME EXTENSION: N/A

FLAMMABLE LIMITS IN AIR BY VOLUME: LEL: NA UEL: ND
UNUSUAL FIRE OR EXPLOSIVE HAZARDS: Toxic fumes or vapor may form during fire.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Water, water spray, CO2, foam or dry powder.
FIRE FIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS: Wear full protective gear and positive pressure
breathing apparatus (SCBA) in fire area.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: Spilled product may cause slippery surface and fall
hazard.
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VI. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

IF MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED:

Contain spill. Wear protective clothing. Soak up or absorb liquid on
suitable absorbent material. Collect and place in chemical waste container.
Dispose of in accordance with local, State and Federal regulations. Flush
spill area with water.
The Reportable Quantity (RQ) of Sodium Hydroxide, CAS #1310-73-2 is 3185
gallons or 30,810 lbs.
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VII. HANDLING AND STORAGE

HANDLING AND STORAGE PRECAUTIONS: Store in a cool, dry area, keep away from
acids. Keep container closed when not in use. Wear protective gear when
handling or using. Do not pressurize container to empty.
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VIII. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

EYE/FACE PROTECTION: Chemical goggles if contact or splash hazard exists.

PROTECTIVE GLOVES: Alkali resistant.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Use NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator where TLV/PEL may
be exceeded.
OTHER PROTECTIVE CLOTHING/EQUIPMENT: Rubber boots and chemical resistant apron
if contact or splash hazard exists.
ENGINEERING CONTROLS:
VENTILATION: Good general ventilation should be sufficient to control airborne
levels.
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IX. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

APPEARANCE AND ODOR: Colorless liquid; no odor.

BOILING POINT (DEG F): 215 FREEZING POINT: ND

SPECIFIC GRAVITY/BULK DENSITY: 1.16
pH: 13 pH 1% SOLUTION: ND

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IX. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES (Cont.)

VOLATILE BY VOLUME: 78.51

SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Soluble
VAPOR PRESSURE(mmHg): ND at ND VAPOR DENSITY: ND
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X. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

CHEMICAL STABILITY: Product stable.

INCOMPATIBILITY WITH OTHER MATERIALS: Acids; Oxidizing agents
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Incomplete combustion forms; oxides of
nitrogen; hydrogen gas; If strongly overheated, may release; oxides of
carbon
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: None known.
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XI. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

TOXICOLOGICAL TESTING: Toxicological testing has not been performed on the

product. Listed below is the available toxicology test
data for components of the product.
TOXICITY TEST DATA:
Sodium Hydroxide:
Acute Oral LD50 (rat) 500 mg/kg (RTECS)
Acute Skin LD50 (rabbit) 1350 mg/kg (MSI)
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XII. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

ECOTOXICITY TEST DATA:

No data available.
ENVIRONMENTAL FATE: No data available.
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XIII. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

RCRA REGULATED: RCRA Regulated Hazardous Waste Corrosivity Characteristic

D002.
Adjust pH of diluted product and discharge to industrial sewer in accordance
with discharge permit or local POTW regulations. Use product in container
until empty. Triple rinse container with water and add to process. Recycle
or dispose of container according to product labeling or Federal, State or
local regulations.
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XIV. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Please refer to the Bill of Lading/receiving documents for up to date shipping

information.
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XV. REGULATORY INFORMATION

U.S. Federal Regulations:

TSCA: All ingredients in this product are on TSCA inventory.
HAPS: Contains no hazardous air pollutants.
VOC CONTENT (EPA Method 24A): % VOC: NA Lb/Gal VOC: NA

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XV. REGULATORY INFORMATION (Cont.)

CERCLA/EPCRA:
Section 313 Toxic Chemicals:
None
SARA Section 311/312:
ACUTE:YES CHRONIC:NO FIRE:NO REACTIVITY:NO
SUDDEN RELEASE OF PRESSURE:NO
LISTED CARCINOGEN: NONE
NTP: NO IARC: NO OSHA: NO
HMIS RATINGS: HEALTH: 3 FIRE: 0 REACTIVITY: 0
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: D
NFPA RATING: HEALTH: 3 FIRE: 0 REACTIVITY:0 SPECIAL:ALKALINE
STATE RIGHT-TO-KNOW INFORMATION:
WATER - CAS #7732-18-5
SODIUM HYDROXIDE - CAS #1310-73-2
SODIUM POLYACRYLATE - CAS #54193-36-1
TRISODIUM ETHYLENE DIAMINE TETRAACETATE - CAS #150-38-9
SODIUM HEXAMETAPHOSPHATE - CAS #68915-31-1
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65:
None of the ingredients are on the California proposition 65 list.
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XVI. OTHER INFORMATION

Disclaimer: The information contained in this material safety data sheet is

based on the knowledge of this specific product and current national legisla-
tion. It applies to the product as sold, use dilutions may be less hazardous.
It may not be valid for this material if used in combination with any other
materials or in a process. It is the user's responsibility to evaluate the
handling, and use.

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