Certifications 2

Most important
symptoms/effects, acute and
delayed
Direct contact with eyes may cause temporary irritation.
Indication of immediate
medical attention and special
treatment needed
Treat symptomatically.
General information Ensure that medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved, and take precautions to
protect themselves.
5. Fire-fighting measures
Suitable extinguishing media Use extinguishing agent suitable for type of surrounding fire. Water fog. Foam. Dry chemical
powder. Carbon dioxide (CO2).
Unsuitable extinguishing
media
Do not use water jet as an extinguisher, as this will spread the fire.
Specific hazards arising from
the chemical
During fire, gases hazardous to health may be formed.
Special protective equipment
and precautions for
firefighters
Self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing must be worn in case of fire.
Fire fighting
equipment/instructions
Move containers from fire area if you can do so without risk.
Specific methods Use standard firefighting procedures and consider the hazards of other involved materials.
General fire hazards No unusual fire or explosion hazards noted.
6. Accidental release measures
Personal precautions,
protective equipment and
emergency procedures
No special precautions.
Methods and materials for
containment and cleaning up
This product is miscible in water. Containment of this material should not be necessary. Flush with
water.
Never return spills to original containers for re-use. For waste disposal, see section 13 of the SDS.
Environmental precautions No special environmental precautions required.
7. Handling and storage
Precautions for safe handling Avoid prolonged exposure. No special precautions required.
Conditions for safe storage,
including any
incompatibilities
Store in original tightly closed container. Do not allow material to freeze. Store away from
incompatible materials (see Section 10 of the SDS).
8. Exposure controls/personal protection
Occupational exposure limits No exposure limits noted for ingredient(s).
Biological limit values No biological exposure limits noted for the ingredient(s).
Appropriate engineering
controls
Good general ventilation (typically 10 air changes per hour) should be used. Ventilation rates should
be matched to conditions. If applicable, use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other
engineering controls to maintain airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. If exposure
limits have not been established, maintain airborne levels to an acceptable level.
Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection Wear safety glasses with side shields (or goggles).
Skin protection
Hand protection Not normally needed.
Other Wear suitable protective clothing.
Respiratory protection No personal respiratory protective equipment normally required.
Thermal hazards Wear appropriate thermal protective clothing, when necessary.
General hygiene
considerations
Always observe good personal hygiene measures, such as washing after handling the material and
before eating, drinking, and/or smoking. Routinely wash work clothing and protective equipment to
remove contaminants.
9. Physical and chemical properties
Appearance Cloudy.
Physical state Liquid.
Form Aqueous solution.
Material name: AMCO CLEAR® TURBIDITY STANDARD, 80 NTU
Revision date: Issue date: September-11-2015Version #: 018020
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