Material Safety Data Sheet
GelCodeŽ Reducer Base Reagent
0942
1851150 1880950
Pierce Chemical Company
P.O. Box 117
Rockford, IL 61105
USA
815.968.0747
CALL CHEMTREC:
800.424.9300
OUTSIDE US:
202.483.7616
Pierce Chemical Company
P.O. Box 117
Rockford, IL 61105
USA
815.968.0747
4/30/2002
5/24/2002
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Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Responsible Name Pierce Administration
Section 2. Composition and Information on Hazardous (OSHA) Ingredients
1) Strong base 20-35 CEIL: 2 (ppb) from ACGIH (TLV) [United States] [1994] Inhalation
STEL: 2 CEIL: 2 (mg/m3) from NIOSH [United States] [1994]
Inhalation
TWA: 2 CEIL: 2 (mg/m3) from OSHA (PEL) [United States] [1989]
Inhalation
CAS # % by Weight Exposure Limits Name
Absorbed through skin. Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.
Emergency Overview
Medical Conditions Aggravated
by Overexposure:
Section 3. Hazards Identification
Routes of Entry
Potential Acute Health
Effects
Carcinogenic Effects Data
Do not get in eyes, on skin or on clothing. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Do not ingest. Do not
breathe vapor or mist. Keep container closed. Use only with adequate ventilation. Wash thoroughly after
handling.
No specific information is available in our database regarding the other toxic effects of this material for
humans.Corrosive to skin and eyes on contact. Liquid or spray mist may produce tissue damage
particularly on mucous membranes of eyes, mouth and respiratory tract. Skin contact may produce burns.
Inhalation of the spray mist may produce severe irritation of respiratory tract, characterized by coughing,
choking, or shortness of breath.
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified None. by NIOSH [Strong base].
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
Review the most current and approved institutional guideline, protocol, standard operating procedure(s)
and MSDS(s) for the proper handling of institutional materials/equipment associated with the use of this
Pierce product.
DANGER!
CAUSES SEVERE RESPIRATORY TRACT, EYE AND SKIN BURNS.
CONTAINS MATERIAL WHICH CAUSES DAMAGE TO THE FOLLOWING ORGANS:
LUNGS, MUCOUS MEMBRANES, RESPIRATORY TRACT, SKIN, EYES, EYE, LENS
OR CORNEA.
MAY BE HARMFUL IF INHALED OR SWALLOWED.
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Repeated or prolonged contact with spray mist may produce chronic eye irritation and severe skin irritation.
Repeated or prolonged exposure to spray mist may produce respiratory tract irritation leading to frequent
attacks of bronchial infection.
See Toxicological Information (section 11)
EU Regulations R22- Harmful if swallowed.
R35- Causes severe burns.
R40- Possible risks of irreversible effects.
S1/2- Keep locked up and out of the reach of children.
S26- In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S36/37- Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.
S39- Wear eye/face protection.
S45- In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where
possible).
S46- If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label.
Corrosive
SKIN: Wash contaminated skin with soap and water.
EYES: Flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids.
Seek medical attention.
Inhalation: Move exposed person to fresh air. If irritation persists, get medical attention.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. If affected person is conscious, give plenty of water to drink. Seek
medical attention.
Section 4. First Aid Measures
Non-flammable.
Not applicable.
Not applicable.
Not applicable.
Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
Flammability of the Product
Flash Points
Fire Hazards in Presence of
Various Substances
Fire Fighting Media
and Instructions
Not applicable. Protective Clothing (Fire)
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Large Spill and Leak Corrosive liquid.
Stop leak if without risk. Absorb with DRY earth, sand or other non-combustible material. Do not get water
inside container. Do not touch spilled material. Use water spray curtain to divert vapor drift. Prevent entry
into sewers, basements or confined areas; dike if needed. Call for assistance on disposal. Neutralize the
residue with a dilute solution of acetic acid. Be careful that the product is not present at a concentration
level above TLV. Check TLV on the MSDS and with local authorities.
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill and Leak Dilute with water and mop up, or absorb with an inert dry material and place in an appropriate waste disposal
container. If necessary: Neutralize the residue with a dilute solution of acetic acid.
Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Do not ingest. Do not breathe vapor or mist. Keep container
closed. Use only with adequate ventilation. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Section 7. Handling and Storage
Handling
Storage
Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapors below
their respective threshold limit value. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are proximal to the
work-station location.
Engineering Controls
Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator
when ventilation is inadequate.
Face shield.
Full suit.
Gloves.
Boots.
Personal Protection
Eyes
Body
Respiratory
Hands
Feet
Protective Clothing
(Pictograms)
Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.
Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
The lowest known value is 100°C (212°F) (Milli-Q Water).
Liquid.
Basic.
May start to solidify at -0.1°C (31.8°F) based on data for: Milli-Q Water.
Weighted average: 1.19 (Water = 1)
The highest known value is 0.62 (Air = 1) (Milli-Q Water).
The highest known value is 2.3 kPa (@ 20°C) (Milli-Q Water).
See solubility in water.
Easily soluble in cold water, hot water.
Not applicable.
Not available.
Not available.
Not available.
Boiling/Condensation Point
Melting/Freezing Point
0.36 (Milli-Q Water) compared to Butyl acetate.
Physical State and
Appearance
Molecular Weight
pH (1% Soln/Water)
Specific Gravity
Vapor Pressure
Vapor Density
Evaporation Rate
Dispersion Properties
Solubility
Odor
Taste
Color
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
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The product is stable.
Slightly reactive to reactive with metals, acids.
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability and Reactivity
Incompatibility with Various
Substances
Hazardous Decomposition
Products
Not available.
Extremely hazardous in case of eye contact (corrosive), of inhalation (lung corrosive).
Very hazardous in case of eye contact (corrosive), of inhalation (lung corrosive).
Slightly hazardous in case of ingestion, of inhalation (lung sensitizer).
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified None. by NIOSH [Strong base].
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Chronic Effects on Humans
Other Toxic Effects on Humans
The products of degradation are less toxic than the product itself.
Section 12. Ecological Information
Toxicity of the Products of
Biodegradation
Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental control regulations.
Not available.
Waste Information
Waste Stream
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Consult your local or regional authorities.
Section 14. Transport Information
Contact Pierce for all transport information.
U.S. Federal Regulations
CLASS: Target organ effects.
CLASS: Corrosive material
HCS Classification
Section 15. Regulatory Information
TSCA 8(b) inventory: Sodium Hydroxide 50% Solution
Clean Water Act (CWA) 307: No products were found.
Clean Water Act (CWA) 311: Strong base
Clean air act (CAA) 112 accidental release prevention: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated flammable substances: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated toxic substances: No products were found.
CEPA DSL: Milli-Q Water; Strong base
WHMIS (Canada) WHMIS CLASS E: Corrosive liquid.
International Regulations
Not available. EINECS
SARA 302/304/311/312 extremely hazardous substances: No products were found.
SARA 302/304 emergency planning and notification: No products were found.
SARA 302/304/311/312 hazardous chemicals: Strong base
SARA 311/312 MSDS distribution - chemical inventory - hazard identification: Strong base: immediate health
hazard
SARA 313 toxic chemical notification and release reporting: No products were found.
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Pennsylvania RTK: Strong base: (environmental hazard, generic environmental hazard)
Massachusetts RTK: Strong base
New Jersey: Strong base
California prop. 65: No products were found.
State Regulations
Australia (NICNAS): Milli-Q Water; Strong base
Korea (TCCL): Milli-Q Water; Strong base
Philippines (RA6969): Milli-Q Water; Strong base
R20/22- Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed.
R35- Causes severe burns.
R40- Possible risks of irreversible effects.
DSCL (EEC)
International Lists
Section 16. Other Information
Validated by Pierce Administration on 4/30/2002. Verified by Pierce Administration.
Printed 5/24/2002.
Notice to Reader
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above named supplier nor any of its subsidiaries
assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein.
Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials may present unknown hazards and should be used
with caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist.
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