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CAS # AMMONIA BUFFER SOLUTION

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 1. IDENTIFICATION OF PRODUCT / COMPANY

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Product name: AMMONIA BUFFER SOLUTION

Description of product: Corrosive, alkaline solutions.

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2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

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Ingredient 1: AMMONIA SOLUTION...50% 30-60%

CAS: 1336-21-6

[C] R34: Causes burns.

Ingredient 2: RAW AMMONIUM CHLORIDE <10%

[Xn] R22: Harmful if swallowed.

[Xi] R36: Irritating to eyes.

Ingredient 3: RAW ETHYLENE DIAMINE TETRA ACETIC ACID DI SODIUM SALT <10%

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3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION

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Main hazards: Causes burns. Very toxic to aquatic organisms.

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4. FIRST AID MEASURES (SYMPTOMS)

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Skin contact: Irritation or pain may occur at the site of contact. There may be redness or whiteness of the skin in the area of exposure. Blistering may occur. Severe burns may occur.

Eye contact: There may be irritation and redness. There may be severe pain. The eyes may water profusely. Corneal burns may occur.

Ingestion: There may be soreness and redness of the mouth and throat. There may be difficulty swallowing. Corrosive burns may appear around the lips. Nausea and stomach pain may occur. There may be vomiting. Blood may be vomited.

Inhalation: There may be irritation of the throat with a feeling of tightness in the chest. There may be coughing and a sore throat. There may be congestion of the lungs causing severe shortness of breath. There may be loss of consciousness.

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4. FIRST AID MEASURES (ACTION)

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Skin contact: Remove all contaminated clothes and footwear immediately unless stuck to skin.

Drench the affected skin with running water for 10 minutes or longer if substance is still on skin. Transfer to hospital if there are burns or symptoms of poisoning.

Eye contact: Bathe the eye with running water for 15 minutes. Transfer to hospital for specialist examination.

Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. If substance swallowed is corrosive, give 1 cup of water to drink every 10 minutes. If unconscious, check for breathing and apply artificial respiration if necessary. If unconscious and breathing is OK, place in the recovery position. Transfer to hospital as soon as possible.

Inhalation: Remove casualty from exposure ensuring one's own safety whilst doing so. If unconscious, check for breathing and apply artificial respiration if necessary. If unconscious and breathing is OK, place in the recovery position. If conscious, ensure the casualty sits or lies down. If breathing becomes bubbly, have the casualty sit and provide oxygen if available. Transfer to hospital as soon as possible.

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5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

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Extinguishing media: Carbon dioxide.

Exposure hazards: Corrosive. In combustion emits toxic fumes.

Protection of fire-fighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus. Wear protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.

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6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

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Personal precautions: Refer to section 8 of SDS for personal protection details.

Environmental precautions: Do not discharge into drains or rivers. Contain the spillage using bunding.

Clean-up procedures: Neutralize with dilute hydrochloric acid testing with litmus paper periodically. Carefully add to a large volume of water. Wash down the drain with large amounts of water.

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7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

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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.

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8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION

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Engineering measures: Ensure there is sufficient ventilation of the area.

Respiratory protection: Self-contained breathing apparatus must be available in case of emergency.

Hand protection: Protective gloves made of PVC.

Eye protection: Goggles. Face shield. Ensure eye bath is to hand.

Skin protection: Protective clothing with elasticated cuffs and closed neck.

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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

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State: Liquid

Color: Colorless

Odor: Irritating odor which may affect the eyes and respiratory system

Viscosity: Non-viscous

Oxidizing: Non-oxidizing (by EC criteria)

Evaporation rate: Moderate

Solubility in water: Miscible in all proportions

pH: 10.5-11.0

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10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

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Stability: Stable under normal conditions.

Conditions to avoid: Heat. Moist air.

Materials to avoid: Strong acids. Finely powdered metals.

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11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

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Effects of exposure Watering of the eyes. Nausea. Vomiting.

Ingredient 1: AMMONIA SOLUTION...50%

ORL RAT LD50 350mg/kg

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12. ECOLOGICAL EFFECTS

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Mobility: Soluble in water.

Degradability: Biodegradable.

Accumulation: No bioaccumulation potential.

Short / long-term effects: Highly toxic to aquatic organisms.

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13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

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Waste disposal: Neutralize with dilute hydrochloric acid. Flush liquors to drain, local regulations permitting, or send to a waste water treatment plant.

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.

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14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

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ADR / RID

UN no: 2672

ADR Class: 8

Hazard ID no: 80

Item no: 43°(c)

Labelling: 8

Shipping name: AMMONIA SOLUTION WITH <35% BUT >10% AMMONIA

IMDG / IMO

UN no: 2672

Class: 8

Packing group: III

EmS: 8-06

Marine pollutant: NO

MFAG: 725

Labelling: 8

IATA / ICAO

UN no: 2672

Class: 8

Packing group: III

Packing instructions: 813

Quantity 60 L

Labelling: 8

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15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

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Hazard symbols: Corrosive.

Dangerous for the Environment.

Risk phrases: R34: Causes burns.

R50: Very toxic to aquatic organisms.

Safety phrases: S24/25: Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

S23: Do not breathe vapour.

S26: In case of contact with the eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.

S28: After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water.

S29/56: Do not empty into drains, dispose of this material and its container to a hazardous or special waste collection point.

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.

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16. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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Prepared by: BLULUX LABORATORIES PVT. LTD.
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