ANSI Material Safety Data Sheet

Hercules Chemical Company, Inc. Hercules Jel-Flux – MSDS#388
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3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Component CAS Number Wt/Wt %
Zinc Chloride
7646-85-7 10-30
Ammonium Chloride
12125-02-9 1-5
Propylene Glycol 57-55-6 7-13
Water 7732-18-5 30-70
Other Non Hazardous N/A 1-5
4. EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES.
Eye: Flush eyes with water for 15 minutes, lifting eye lids occasionally. Get medical attention if condition
worsens or if irritation persists.
Skin: Wash affected area with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing. If burn or rash appears consult
a physician.
Ingestion: Treat symptomatically. Do not induce vomiting. If conscious, dilute by giving large quantities
of water or milk. Call a physician immediately.
Inhalation: Not Applicable
Note: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flashpoint: N/A
Boiling Point: 212°F
Flammable Limits: N/A
Extinguishing Media: Carbon dioxide (CO2), foam or dry chemical
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: None
Special Fire-Fighting Instructions: None
Hazardous Combustion Products: Will not occur except at high temperature
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Spills/Leak Control:
For Large spills, contain and absorb with non-flammable absorbent material such as vermiculite. Pick up with a
shovel and place in a suitable container for proper disposal. Wash contaminated area thoroughly with soap and
water. Prevent material from entering surface water, or sewer drains
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling: Keep containers tightly closed. If handling large quantities, wear rubber gloves and safety glasses.
Storage: Store in original containers in a dry and cool place. Keep containers closed when not in use.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Component CAS Number OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV Other
Limits
Upper bound limit if
SARA Reportable
Zinc Chloride
7646-85-7 1.0 mg/m
3
fume
1.0 mg/m
3
fume
N/A 5%
Ammonium
Chloride
12125-02-9 10 mg/m
3
fume
10 mg/m
3
fume
N/A