PRODUCT: Acetic acid, 7%

PRODUCT INFORMATION:

TDG/WHMIS INFORMATION:

Shipping Name: Not a dangerous good

PIN:	Class:	Group:	WHMIS:
-	-	-	Product is packaged as a consumer product.

MAIN/HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS:

PHYSICAL DATA:

FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA:

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Conditions of Flammability

Non-flammable

Explosions Hazards

Non-explosive

Flash Point and its Method of Determination

Not applicable

Auto-ignition Temperature

Not applicable

Upper Flammable Limit (% by vol)

Not applicable

Lower Flammable Limit (% by vol)

Not applicable

Hazardous Combustion Products

Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide

Means of Extinction

Product does not burn. Use appropriate extinguishing media for material that is supplying the fuel to the fire.

Special Fire Fighting Procedures

Wear self contained breathing apparatus when fighting fire.

REACTIVITY DATA:

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Stability

Stable under normal conditions

Incompatibility

Incompatibles include: oxidizing agents, most common metals (except alumimum), chromic acid, nitric acid, sulphuric acid, hydrogen peroxide, alkalies, carbonates, strong bases, amines, phosphorus trichloride.

Reactions

Combustion produces carbon dioxide. Contact with metals produces flammable hydrogen gas.

Polymerization

Will not occur

HEALTH HAZARD DATA:

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Inhalation

Irritation to nose, throat and lungs

Skin Contact/Absorption

Irritation and prolonged contact may cause burns and dermatitis.

Eye Contact

Immediate pain, conjunctival reddening, can cause injury to corneal membrane.

Ingestion

Burns at high concentrations.

Chronic/Acute Effects

Irritation of eyes, nose, throat, and bronchial tubes.

Exposure Limits

Data not available

Irritancy

Mild irritant

Carcinogenicity

Not considered to be carcinogenic as per NTP, IARC, OSHA, Z list.

Reproductive Toxicity

None identified

Teratogenicity

Data not available

Sensitization

Data not available

Mutagenicity

Data not available

Synergistic Materials

Data not available

Animal Toxicity Data

LD₅₀(oral,rat) = 47286 mg/kg (calculated mixture)

LD₅₀(oral,mouse) = 70857 mg/kg (calculated mixture)

LD₅₀(intravenous,rat) = 7500 mg/kg (calculated mixture)

LD₅₀(dermal,rat) = 15143 mg/kg (calculated mixture)

PREVENTATIVE MEASURES:

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Respiratory Protection

At concentrations above 4 ppm up to 500 ppm, use chemical cartridge respirator with acid/organic cartridge. Above this level, use self-contained breathing apparatus.

Skin Protection

Impervious gloves, body suits, boots, and other resistant protective clothing (rubber or PVC). Wash contaminated clothing with soap and water and dry before reuse.

Eye/Face Protection

Chemical goggles or safety glasses are to be worn at all times when product is handled. Contact lenses should not be worn; they may contribute to severe eye injury.

Special Handling Procedures

Use sensible industrial hygiene and housekeeping practises. Wash thorougly after handling. Avoid situations that could lead to harmful exposure.

Storage Requirements

Keep in a cool, dry location out of reach of children.

Engineering Controls

For acetic acid 10 ppm concentration or less should be maintained by using mechanical ventilation if necessary.

FIRST AID MEASURES:

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Inhalation

Remove victim to fresh air. Give artificial respiration only if breathing has stopped. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Seek immediate medical attention.

Skin Contact

Remove contaminated clothing. Flood affected area with water. Seek medical attention if irritation occurs and persists.

Eye Contact

Flush immediately with water for at least 20 minutes. Forcibly hold eyelids apart to ensure complete irrigation of eye tissue. Seek immediate medical attention.

Ingestion

Ingest large quantities of water to dilute the acid content. Seek immediate medical attention.

Other Information

None

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION DATA:

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Steps in the Event of a Leak or Spill

Wear proper personal safety equipment. Neutralize with soda ash or sodium bicarbonate. With clean shovel, carefully place material into clean, dry container and cover. Remove from spill area. Flush area with water.

Environmental Effects

Aquatic toxicity:

LC₅₀(Fathead minnow,96 hour) > 1429 mg/L

LC₅₀(Water flea,96 hour) = 1429 mg/L

LC₅₀(Mosquito fish,48 hour) = 3586 mg/L

LC₅₀(Golden orfe minnow,48 hour) = 5857 mg/L

Deactivating Chemicals

Soda ash, lime,sodium bicarbonate, or sodium hydroxide.

Waste Disposal Methods

Dispose in accordance with all federal, provincial, and local regulations.

PREPARATION INFORMATION:

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References

Hawley, GG 'The Condensed Chemical Dictionary, 11th edition', Van Nostrand Reinhold Co.
Sax & Lewis. 'The Hazardous Chemical Desk Reference' (Van Nostrand Reinhold Co.), 1987.
Handbook of Chemistry and Physics, 50th ed., The Chemical Rubber Company, 1969
MSDS for glacial acetic acid

Date Prepared/Revised

October 30, 2000

Please obtain MSDS updates for this product from your regional ClearTech office.