Material Safety Data Sheet

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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Date Apr-07
Print Date
IMBIBER BEADS®
IMBICATOR
®
Absorbent Products
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable Extinguishing Media: IMBIBER BEADS® IMBICATOR® are combustible. Use water, water spray, foam, carbon
dioxide(CO2), or dry powder. (Bicarbonate type extinguisher)
Special Fire-Fighting precautions:
The IMBIBER BEADS® IMBICATOR
®
make hard surfaces extremely slippery.
Activated IMBIBER BEADS® should be handled the same as for the fluid prior
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: No special protective measures against fire required (slipping hazard)
Activated IMBIBER BREADS® IMBICATOR
®
should be handles the same as for the fluid
prior to imbibition.
Personal Precautions: No special precautions required (prior to use).
Environmental Precautions
IMBIBER BEADS® IMBICATOR
®
are water insoluble. When the Beads are used, the spill
procedure should be the same as for the fluid prior to imbibition.
Methods for Cleaning Up (Prior to Use): Clean up promptly by scoop or vacuum. Store in suitable and closed containers.
NOTE : If the IMBIBER BEADS® IMBICATOR
®
have imbibed/absorbed the fluid the treatment and handling used
should be for the fluid and not the IMBIBER BEADS® IMBICATOR
®
.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precautions: No special precautions required (prior to use).
Environmental Precautions
IMBIBER BEADS® IMBICATOR
®
Products are water insoluble. When the
IMBIBER BEADS® IMBICATOR
®
Products are used, the procedure should be
the same as for the fluid prior to imbibition.
Methods for Cleaning Up (Prior to Use): Clean up promptly by scoop or vacuum. Store in suitable and closed containers.
NOTE : If the IMBIBER BEADS® IMBICATOR
®
have imbibed/absorbed the fluid the treatment and handling used
should be for the fluid and not the IMBIBER BEADS® IMBICATOR
®
.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling :
No special handling procedures required. However, if the IMBIBER BEADS® IMBICATOR
®
have imbibed fluid then special handling should be for the fluid.
Storage: Keep in a closed container. Protect from physical damage. Store in a cool, dry,
ventilated area away from heat, moisture, and oxidizers.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls: Good room ventilation is usually adequate for most operations. Keep floor clean.
and dry by sweeping or vacuuming. Loose IMBIBER BEADS® IMBICATOR
®
will
cause a slipping hazard on a hard surface
Personal Protection Equipment:
Prior to Use
- Respiratory Protection None normally needed. Use dust respirator for comfort if needed.
- Hand Protection None normally needed.
- Eye Protection Safety glasses are a minimum protection. In any dusty area-coverall goggles
are desirable.
- Skin Protection No special protective clothing required.
- Hygiene Measures: Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work day. Handle in accordance
with good industrial hygiene and safety practise.
NOTE : If the IMBIBER BEADS® IMBICATOR
®
have imbibed/absorbed the fluid the treatment and handling used
should be for the fluid and not the IMBIBER BEADS® IMBICATOR
®
.