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<br /> <br />MSDS4668 <br />Hawk Creek Laboratory Inc. <br />9 Barnhart Drive, Hanover, PA 17331 (717-632-6534) <br />Emergency Telephone No.: 800-535-5053 <br /> NFPA Hazard Rating: <br /> MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Health – 0, Flammability – 0, Reactivity - 0 <br /> <br />I. GENERAL INFORMATION --------------------------------------- <br /> Code: 101484, 101486, 101488 <br /> Trade Name: Buffer Soln., pH 10.0 <br /> Chemical Name: Sodium Borate, Decahydrate in Water <br /> Chemical Family: Inorganic Salt in Water <br /> <br />II. HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS ------------------------------------- <br /> <br /> Sodium Tetraborate, CAS #1303-96-4 0.5% W/V <br /> TLV/PEL: TWA: 5 mg/cu.m TXDS: oral-hmn LDLo: 709 mg/kg <br /> <br /> Carcinogenicity: None of the above are listed (IARC). <br /> <br />III. HEALTH HAZARD DATA --------------------------------------- <br /> May be harmful if swallowed or inhaled. May irritate eyes, <br /> skin, nasal and respiratory passages. Prolonged contact may <br /> cause allergic reaction. Ingestion may cause nausea and <br /> vomiting, headache, hair loss, and shock. <br /> Route(s) of Entry: Ingestion. <br /> <br /> First Aid: <br /> Eyes: Flush with water for at least 15 min; get <br /> immediate medical assistance. <br /> Skin: Remove contaminated clothing and wash with soap <br /> and water. <br /> Inhalation: Move to fresh air & give artificial respiration <br /> if breathing has stopped. <br /> Ingestion: If conscious induce vomiting. Get medical help. <br /> <br />GET MEDICAL ASSISTANCE FOR ALL CASES OF OVER <br />EXPOSURE! <br /> <br />IV. PHYSICAL DATA -------------------------------------------- <br /> Boiling Point: N/A Specific Gravity: 1.0 <br /> Vapor Density: N/A <br /> Water Solubility: Miscible <br /> Appearance & Odor: Blue, odorless liquid <br /> <br />V. FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA ------------------------------ <br /> Flash Point: Nonflammable <br /> Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical <br /> Special Procedures: Wear self contained breathing apparatus <br /> and protective clothing if necessary. <br /> Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards: None indicated. <br /> <br />VI. REACTIVITY DATA -------------------------------------------- <br /> Conditions To Avoid: None indicated. <br /> Hazardous Combustion & Decomposition Products: <br /> N/A <br /> <br />VII. SPECIAL PROTECTION --------------------------------------- <br /> Provide adequate general and local exhaust ventilation. <br /> Protect eyes and skin with safety goggles and gloves. <br /> Do not get in eyes, on skin or clothing. <br /> Wear self contained breathing apparatus in high vapor areas. <br /> Do not breathe vapors or mist. <br /> <br />VIII. HANDLING AND STORAGE PRECAUTIONS ------------------------ <br /> Keep container tightly closed. <br /> Store in cool, dry, well ventilated area. <br /> Keep away from ignition source, acids, oxidizers. <br /> Wash thoroughly after handling. <br /> Empty containers may be hazardous due to retained residue. <br /> <br /> DOT - Not Regulated <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />IX. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION --------------------------------- <br /> Spill Response: Absorb with sand or vermiculite and scoop up <br /> and containerize for proper disposal. <br /> <br /> Waste Disposal: Comply with all local, state and federal <br /> regulations. <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />The above information is to be used only as a guide, and does not <br />profess to be all inclusive. Hawk Creek Lab shall not be held liable <br />for any damage resulting from the handling or contact with the <br />above product. <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />N/A = Not Available <br />Issue Date: 1/99 <br />Revised: 3/02,4/02