| 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 | |
| Product Name: |
Sodium
Polyacrylate |
| Trade/Chemical Synonyms |
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| Formula: |
N/A |
| RTECS: |
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| C.A.S |
CAS#: 025085-02-3 |
| Section 2 Component
Mixture |
| Sara 313 |
Component |
CAS Number |
% |
Dim |
Exposure Limits: |
|
|
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. | | |
| 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.
|
| 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 |
| Section 9 Physical and
Chemical Properties |
| Melting Point: |
not applicable |
Specific Gravity |
0.65 - 0.85 |
| Boiling Point: |
not applicable |
Percent Volatile by
Volume: |
not available |
| Vapor Pressure: |
not applicable |
Evaporation Rate: |
not applicable |
| Vapor Density: |
not applicable |
Evaporation Standard: |
|
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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: 9/8/2004 |
Approved by: WPF |
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