SAFETY DATA SHEET
ACETIC ACID 5%
Issued: 27/02/04
Revision No: 1
Bayer-Wood Technologies, 2 Duddage Manor Business Park, Brockeridge Road, Twyning, Tewkesbury, GL20 6BY UK
Tel: 01684 290077
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE / PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY / UNDERTAKING
Product name: ACETIC ACID 5%
Product code: RT1102
Use / description of product: Liquid. Irritant. The regulatory information is dependent upon the concentration limit of
the specific substance.
2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredient 1: APP-CHEM ACETIC ACID 5% >90%
[Xi] R36/38;
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Main hazards: Irritating to eyes and skin.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES (SYMPTOMS)
Skin contact: There may be irritation and redness at the site of contact.
Eye contact: There may be irritation and redness.
Ingestion: There may be soreness and redness of the mouth and throat.
Inhalation: Nausea and stomach pain may occur. There may be vomiting. Drowsiness or mental confusion may occur. There may be loss of consciousness.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES (ACTION)
Skin contact: Drench the affected skin with running water for 10 minutes or longer if substance is still on skin.
Eye contact: Bathe the eye with running water for 15 minutes.
Ingestion: Irrigate thoroughly for at least 10 minutes. If discomfort persists OBTAIN MEDICAL ATTENTION.
Inhalation: Remove casualty from exposure ensuring one's own safety whilst doing so.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing media: Carbon dioxide.
Exposure hazards: In combustion emits toxic fumes.
Protection of fire-fighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus. Wear protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions: Mark out the contaminated area with signs and prevent access to unauthorised personnel. Turn leaking containers leak-side up to prevent the escape of liquid.
Environmental precautions: Do not discharge into drains or rivers.
Clean-up procedures: Absorb into dry earth or sand. Transfer to a closable, labelled salvage container for disposal by an appropriate method. Wash the spillage site with large amounts of water.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling requirements: Ensure there is sufficient ventilation of the area. Avoid direct contact with the substance.
Storage conditions: Store in cool, well ventilated area. Keep container tightly closed.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Hand protection: Protective gloves.
Eye protection: Safety goggles.
Skin protection: Protective clothing with elasticated cuffs and closed neck. Boots made of PVC.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
State: Liquid
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable under normal conditions.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste disposal: Dispose of as normal industrial waste.
Disposal of packaging Dispose of as normal industrial waste.
NB: The user's attention is drawn to the possible existence of regional or national regulations regarding disposal.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
ADR / RID
UN no: :none
IMDG / IMO
IATA / ICAO
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Hazard symbols: Irritant.
Risk phrases: R36/38: Irritating to eyes and skin.
Safety phrases:
S2: Keep out of the reach of children.
S26: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S45: In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible). Note: The regulatory information given above only indicates the principal regulations specifically applicable to the product described in the safety data sheet. The user's attention is drawn to the possible existence of additional provisions which complete these regulations. Refer to all applicable national, international and local regulations or provisions.
16. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Additional information: The information contained within this MSDS is based on bulk quantities. The user should bear in mind the reduced hazard associated with the small quantities normally associated with test kit reagents, and adjust their responses accordingly.
Risk phrases used in s.2: R36/38: Irritating to eyes and skin.
Legal disclaimer: The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. This company shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product.