MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET PAGE 1 OF 2
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR REVIEWED: 4/1/99
Abbrev.

COMPLIES WITH USDL SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS (29 CFR 1910.1200)


SECTION 1: MANUFACTURER: PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Amerex Corporation
P.O. Box 81
Trussville, AL 35173-0081

Anti-Freeze Charge
Loaded Stream Charge
Amerex Model 506 Charge

EMERGENCY:
Chemtrec:1-800-424-9300
Amerex:   1-205-655-3271


SECTION 2:  HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

% *ACGIH
(mg/m3)		 *OSHA
(mg/m3)		 OTHER
CHEMICAL NAME CAS # W/W TLV STEL PEL STEL IDLH
Potassium Carbonate and 7647-14-5 NE NE NE NE NE NE
Potassium Acetate 127-98-2 > 99 NE NE NE NE NE NE
Yellow Dye 6359-82-9 < 1 NE NE 3 NE NE NE

ACGIH TLV for particulates not otherwise classified = 10;
OSHA PEL for particulates not otherwise regulated; Total Dust = 15  Respirable Fraction = 5

*NE = None Established


SECTION 3:   PHYSICAL DATA

BOILING POINT:  Not applicable.
VAPOR PRESSURE:  Not Applicable.
VAPOR DENSITY:  Not Applicable.
SOLUBILITY IN WATER:  Soluble.
SPECIFIC GRAVITY:  Approximately 2.0.
PERCENT VOLATILE BY VOLUME:  Not Applicable.
EVAPORATION RATE:  Not Applicable.
pH: (10% solution)  approximately 11.
APPEARANCE & COLOR:  This material is a crystalline solid with a yellowish color.

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SECTION 4:   FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA

FLASH POINT:  Not Applicable.
FLAMMABLE LIMITS:  Not Applicable.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:  None.  This product will not burn.
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING PROCEDURES:  Incipient fire responders should wear protection.  Structural fire fighters must wear Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus and full protective equipment.

 

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET PAGE 2 OF 2
MANUFACTURER:  AMEREX CORPORATION DATE: 08-15-96
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION:  Anti-Freeze Charge              Abbrev.


SECTION 5:   HEALTH HAZARD DATA

THRESHOLD LIMIT VALUE: ACGIH TLV for particulates not otherwise classified = 10.
OSHA PEL: For particulates not otherwise regulated; Total Dust = 15 Respirable Fraction = 5.
EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE: This product may cause mild skin irritation, moderate eye irritation and possible gastric distress. This product is not known to cause chronic illness.

EMERGENCY FIRST-AID PROCEDURES:
SKIN EXPOSURE: If spilled on skin IMMEDIATELY begin decontamination with running water. Remove exposed or contaminated clothing, taking care not to contaminate eyes. If reddening or irritation occurs, victim and rescuers must seek immediate medical attention.
EYE EXPOSURE: If chemical is splashed in eyes, open victim's eyes while under gentle running water. Use sufficient force to open eyelids. Have victim "roll" eyes. MINIMUM flushing is for 15 minutes.
INHALATION: If chemical is inhaled, remove victim to fresh air. If necessary, use artificial respiration to support vital functions. If irritation of the nose or throat occurs, the victim and rescuers must seek immediate medical attention.



SECTION 6:   REACTIVITY DATA

STABILITY DATE: Stable.
INCOMPATIBILITY: Strong acids, strong oxidizers.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Carbon dioxide, acetic acid.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur.



SECTION 7:   SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES

SMALL SPILLS: Wipe up spilled solid and place residue in a double plastic bag & seal.
LARGE SPILLS: Use Level C: triple gloves, chemically resistant suit and boots, hard hat, and air
  purifying respirator with HEPA filter.
FOLLOW STATE AND LOCAL REGULATIONS FOR DISPOSAL OF LARGE NON-RECLAIMABLE SPILLS.



SECTION 8:   SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION

RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Not expected to be needed. Maintain oxygen levels of minimum of 19.5% If below 19.5% oxygen, use supplied air respiratory protection.
VENTILATION: Use with adequate ventilation. Use fan or vent to outside.
PROTECTIVE GLOVES: Wear rubber gloves for routine industrial use.
EYE PROTECTION: Safety glasses.
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: None except for large spills (see Section 7).

HMIS: 1-0-0             NFPA: 1-0-0



SECTION 9:   SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS

PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORAGE:  Follow reasonable and safe practices.
  Avoid getting chemicals ON YOU or IN YOU.

OTHER PRECAUTIONS:  None.

ANSI Z400.1-1993 FORMAT MSDS AVAILABLE ON REQUEST