SDS

PHOS-CHEK® LC95W
Safety Data Sheet
according to the
Hazard Communication Standard (CFR29 1910.1200) HazCom 2012.
03/18/2019
EN (English US)
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Symptoms/effects after skin contact
:
May cause skin irritation. Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.
Symptoms/effects after eye contact
:
May cause eye irritation. Symptoms may include discomfort or pain, excess blinking and tear
production, with possible redness and swelling.
Symptoms/effects after ingestion
:
May be harmful if swallowed. May cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting and
diarrhea.
4.3. Immediate medical attention and special treatment, if necessary
Symptoms may be delayed. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible).
SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures
5.1. Suitable (and unsuitable) extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
:
Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire.
Unsuitable extinguishing media
:
None known.
5.2. Specific hazards arising from the chemical
Fire hazard
:
Products of combustion may include, and are not limited to: oxides of carbon. Ammonia and
phosphoric acid may be formed when product is heated above 90 °C (194 °F).
5.3. Special protective equipment and precautions for fire-fighters
Protection during firefighting
:
Keep upwind of fire. Wear full fire fighting turn-out gear (full Bunker gear) and respiratory
protection (SCBA).
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
General measures
:
Use personal protection recommended in Section 8. Isolate the hazard area and deny entry to
unnecessary and unprotected personnel.
6.1.1. For non-emergency personnel
No additional information available
6.1.2. For emergency responders
No additional information available
6.2. Environmental precautions
Prevent entry to sewers and public waters.
6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
For containment
:
Absorb and/or contain spill with inert material (sand, vermiculite or other appropriate material),
then place in suitable container. Do not flush into surface water or sewer system. Wear
recommended personal protective equipment.
Methods for cleaning up
:
Sweep or shovel spills into appropriate container for disposal. Avoid dust formation. Provide
ventilation.
6.4. Reference to other sections
For further information refer to section 8: "Exposure controls/personal protection"
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1. Precautions for safe handling
Precautions for safe handling
:
Avoid breathing dust, mist. Avoid generating dust. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing.
Do not swallow. Handle and open container with care. When using do not eat, drink or smoke.
Use only outdoors or in a well
-ventilated area.
Hygiene measures
:
Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Always wash hands after handling the product.
7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage conditions
:
Keep out of the reach of children. Keep container tightly closed. Store in well ventilated area.
Store locked up.
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.1. Control parameters
Ammonium polyphosphate solution (Trade secret)
Not applicable
Attapulgus Clay (8031-18-3)
Not applicable