SDS

Date Printed: 12/28/2015
HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES
Chemical Name CAS-No. Wt.%
Range
GHS Symbols
GHS Statements
Phosphoric Acid 7664-38-2 25-50 GHS05-GHS06 H312-314-331
4. First-aid Measures
FIRST AID - EYE CONTACT: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes holding eyelids open. Get medical
attention. Do NOT allow rubbing of eyes or keeping eyes closed.
FIRST AID - SKIN CONTACT: Wash skin with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing. Get medical attention if irritation
develops or persists. Remove contaminated clothing. Wash skin with soap and water. Get medical attention. Immediately flush
skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing clothing. Get medical attention immediately. Wash clothing
separately before reuse. Destroy contaminated shoes.
FIRST AID - INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get
immediate medical attention. Do NOT use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. If you experience difficulty in breathing, leave the area to
obtain fresh air. If continued difficulty is experienced, get medical assistance immediately.
FIRST AID - INGESTION: If swallowed, do not induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2 to 4 cupfuls of water or milk.
Call a physician or poison control center immediately. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Treat
symptomatically and supportively. Do not induce vomiting unless advised by a physician. Call nearest Poison Control Center or
Physician immediately.
5. Fire-fighting Measures
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Alcohol Film Forming Foam, Carbon Dioxide, Dry Chemical, Dry Sand, Water Fog
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Keep containers tightly closed. No unusual fire or explosion hazards noted.
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING PROCEDURES: Containers can rupture and release highly toxic material if exposed to heat. Substance
is non-combustible but reacts with many metals to form explosive hydrogen gas. Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers
cool. Containers may explode when heated.
6. Accidental Release Measures
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IF MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED: Avoid runoff into sewers and waterways. Provide ventilation
and approach spill from upwind using proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8. Carefully neutralize spill with
sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO3). Contain spilled liquid with sand or earth. DO NOT use combustible materials such as sawdust.
Dispose of according to local, state (provincial) and federal regulations. Do not incinerate closed containers.
7. Handling and Storage
HANDLING: Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash hands before eating. Remove contaminated clothing and launder before reuse.
Use only with adequate ventilation. Follow all MSDS/label precautions even after container is emptied because it may retain product
residues. Avoid breathing fumes, vapors, or mist. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing.
STORAGE: Store in a dry, well ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed when not in use.
8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Chemical Name CAS-No.
Weight %
Less Than
ACGIH TLV-
TWA
ACGIH TLV-
STEL
OSHA PEL-TWA
OSHA PEL-
CEILING
Phosphoric Acid 7664-38-2 35.0 1 mg/m3 3 mg/m3 1 mg/m3 N.E.
PERSONAL PROTECTION
ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to control airborne
levels below recommended exposure limits. Provide general dilution of local exhaust ventilation in volume and pattern to keep TLV of
hazardous ingredients below acceptable limits. Prevent build-up of vapors by opening all doors and windows to achieve cross-
ventilation.
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