Pulpdent Corporation
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET: ETCH-ALL
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Rev: September 1, 2007 1 of 2
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DENTITY: Trade Name: Pulpdent Etch-All Dental Etching Gel
Chemical Description: 10% Phosphoric Acid in a proprietary gel base.
Product Use: Dental etchant.
SECTION I
Pulpdent Corporation Phone Numbers:
80 Oakland Street 24 Hour Emergency: (800) 535-5053
Watertown, MA 02472 USA Customer Service: (800) 343-4342 / (617) 926-6666
Date prepared: September 1, 2007
SECTION II - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
Ingredient CAS RN PEL/TLV UN Number
Phosphoric Acid 7664-38-2 1 mg/m3 / 3 mg/m3 UN 1805
DOT HAZARD CLASS: Class 8, Corrosive material
WHMIS CLASSIFICATION: E - Corrosive material
NFPA HMIS RATING: HEALTH: 3 FLAMMABILITY: 0 REACTIVITY: 0
SECTION III - PHYSICAL/ CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Boiling Point: 135oC Specific Gravity: 1.575 Vapor Pressure: 0.0285
Melting Point: 42oC Solubility in water: Complete Odor Threshold: Not available
Appearance and Odor: Clear purple gel with characteristic odor.
SECTION IV - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash Point: Not combustible Flammable limits: Not applicable
Extinguishing Media: Use water spray to cool fire-exposed containers. Extinguish fire with agent suitable for
surrounding fire.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Wear protective clothing and positive pressure self-contained breathing
apparatus.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Phosphoric acid can react with metals to liberate hydrogen, a flammable
gas. Combustion by-products include oxides of phosphorus.
SECTION V - REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Stable Conditions to avoid: None
Incompatibility: Avoid contact with materials such as sulfides and sulfites which could release toxic gases. Avoid
strong alkalies because high heat of reaction can generate steam. Avoid most metals because it can react to
liberate hydrogen, a flammable gas.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Combustion by-products include oxides of phosphorus.
Hazardous Polymerization: Does not occur. Conditions to avoid: None
SECTION VI - HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Summary of Acute Hazards: Corrosive material. Causes eye and skin burns. Material may not produce an
immediate burning sensation upon skin contact, delaying awareness that contact has occurred.
Pulpdent Corporation
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET: ETCH-ALL
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Route of Exposure Signs & Symptoms
Inhalation None expected under normal conditions of use. However, if inhaled as a mist or if the
material is vaporized, it can irritate the respiratory tract.
Eye Contact Corrosive. May cause burns or irritation.
Skin absorption Slightly toxic.
Skin Contact Corrosive. May cause burns or irritation. Burning sensation may be delayed.
Ingestion Corrosive, slightly toxic. May cause burns / irritation to the mouth, throat, and gastrointestinal tract.
Summary of Chronic Hazards: None known
Carcinogenicity: Not known to be a carcinogen.
Reproductive Toxicity, Mutagenicity, Teratogenicity, Special Health Effects: None known
Emergency First Aid Procedures:
Inhalation Remove to fresh air. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
Eye contact Immediately flush with running water for 15+ minutes. Seek medical attention.
Ingestion Dilute with water/milk. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention.
Skin contact Immediately flush with running water for 15+ minutes while removing contaminated
clothing. Get medical attention. Wash clothing before reuse.
SECTION VII - PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING & USE
Handling/Storage Precautions: Store tightly capped in original container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated
location away from heat and direct sunlight; avoid alkalies and metals.
Release/Spill Instructions: Wear gloves and chemical splash goggles. For small quantities: wipe up or absorb with
dry paper towels. Place all material in chemical waste container for disposal. Flush area with water.
Waste Disposal Method: Follow all government regulations.
Other Precautions: Wash hands after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Keep container closed.
SECTION VIII - CONTROL MEASURES
Respiratory Protection: Not required under normal conditions of use of this product. If used in vivo, a high speed
evacuation tip should be used to protect patient. When airborne limits are exceeded, a NIOSH-approved respirator
with full face piece is recommended.
Ventilation: No special ventilation required under normal conditions of use of this product. For larger quantities,
use adequate ventilation to keep TLV below 3 mg/m3. Local mechanical exhaust ventilation recommended.
Protective Gloves: Chemically resistant gloves.
Eye Protection: Chemically resistant splash goggles.
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment: Wear long sleeves, apron or lab coat over clothing to protect skin. If used
in vivo, use rubber dam around tooth and high speed evacuator tip or other protective devices for patient. Mask all
surrounding tissue. Emergency eye wash fountain should be available.
Work/Hygienic Practices: Wash thoroughly after handling. Clean protective equipment before reuse.
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The information presented herein is believed to be factual as it has been derived from the works of persons believed to be
qualified experts. However, nothing contained in this information is to be taken as a warranty or representation for which
Pulpdent Corporation bears legal responsibility. The user should review any recommendation in the specific context of the
intended use to determine whether they are appropriate.