SAFETY DATA SHEET
PHOSPHATE HR TABLETS
Issued: 06/12/99
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: PHOSPHATE HR TABLETS
Use / description of product: Solid. Irritant.
2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredient 1: SODIUM HYDROGENSULPHATE 10-30%
CAS: 7681-38-1
EINECS: 231-665-7
[Xi] R41;
Ingredient 2: AMMONIUM CHLORIDE 10-30%
CAS: 12125-02-9
EINECS: 235-186-4
[Xn] R22; [Xi] R36;
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Main hazards: Risk of serious damage to eyes.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES (SYMPTOMS)
Skin contact: There may be mild irritation 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.
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: Do not induce vomiting.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing media: Water.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions: Refer to section 8 of SDS for personal protection details.
Clean-up procedures: Wash the spillage site with large amounts of water.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Suitable packaging: Must only be kept in original packaging.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Hand protection: Protective gloves.
Eye protection: Safety goggles.
Skin protection: Protective clothing with elasticated cuffs and closed neck.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
State: Solid
Colour: Orange
Odour: Odourless
Solubility in water: Soluble
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable under normal conditions.
Conditions to avoid: Direct sunlight. Heat.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Routes of exposure Danger of cumulative effects if swallowed.
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
IMDG / IMO
IATA / ICAO
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Hazard symbols: Irritant.
Risk phrases: R41: Risk of serious damage to eyes.
Safety phrases: S26: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek
medical advice.
S39: Wear eye / face protection.
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: R41:Risk of serious damage to eyes. R22: Harmful if swallowed. R36: Irritating to eyes.
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.