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Trade Name: TRISODIUM PHOSPHATE, TSP Page 2 of 3
SECTION 6 -- HEALTH HAZARD DATA
THRESHOLD LIMIT VALUE: See Section 2.
EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE
Inhalation: Harmful if inhaled. Vapors may irritate nose, throat and respiratory tract .
Eyes: Causes eye burns.
Skin: Causes irritation.
Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed. May cause severe nausea, vomiting, abdominal discomfort and burning sensation.
Chronic:
Carcinogenicity: This product has not been identified as a carcinogen by NTP, IARC or OSHA.
SECTION 7 -- REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Stable under normal conditions of handling and storage.
Conditions to Avoid: Store product in dry areas away from moisture. This product could be corrosive to aluminum surfaces due to high pH.
When wet, mild steel and brass may be corroded.
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): Incompatible with strong mineral acids, aluminum and moisture.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Oxides of sodium and phosphorus may form when heated to decomposition.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
SECTION 8 -- SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
In case of spills or releases: Sweep, scoop or vacuum material , contaminated soil and other contaminated material and place in clean, dry containers for removal.
If possible, complete cleanup on a dry basis.
Waste disposal method: This material when discarded is not a hazardous waste as defined by RCRA, 40CFR 261. Dry material may be landfilled or recycled in
accordance with local, state and federal regulations.. Consult appropriate regulatory officials for information on such disposal.
SECTION 9 -- SAFE HANDLING AND USE INFORMATION
Respiratory Protection: Avoid breathing dust. In case of insufficient ventilation, use approved respiratory protective equipment as described in
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134.
Ventilation: General: Recommend at least ten air changes per hour for good general room ventilation.
Local Exhaust: If needed to control r below occupational exposure limits.
Protective Gloves: Protective gloves recommended.
Eye Protection: Safety glasses or eye goggles should be worn.
Other Protective Equipment: Safety shower, eye bath and washing facilities should be available.
Special Storage & Handling Precautions: Store in cool, dry area away from moisture. May be corrosive to aluminum, steel and brass.
SECTION 10 -- SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Dept. of Labor Storage Category: Non combustible
Hygienic Practices: Keep containers closed when not in use. Avoid eye contact. Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with skin. Wash
skin with soap and water after contact.