Material Safety Data Sheet

Product No. 18505 Formaldehyde, 16% (Methanol Free)                                                        

Issue Date (06-15-06)

Review Date (05-3-07)

Section 1: Product and Company Identification

Product Name: Formaldehyde, 16% EM Grade (Methanol Free)                                                    

Synonym: Paraformaldehyde

Company Name

Ted Pella, Inc. and PELCO International, P.O. Box 492477, Redding, CA 96049-2477
Domestic Phone  (800) 237-3526 (Mon-Thu. 6:00AM to 4:30PM PST; Fri 6:00AM to 4:00PM PST)

International Phone (01) (530) 243-2200 (Mon-Thu. 6:00AM to 4:30PM PST; Fri 6:00AM to 4:00PM PST)

Chemtrec Emergency Number 1-800-424-9300 24 hrs a day.

Section 2: Composition / Information on Ingredients

Principle Hazardous Component(s) (chemical and common name(s)) (Cas. No)	%	OSHA PEL mg/m3	ACGIH  TLV mg/m3	NTP	IARC	OSHA regulated
Formaldehyde (50-00-0)	16	0.75 ppm	0.3 ppm	P	2A	Z

RTECS #: LP8925000

Section 3: Hazard Identification
Emergency overview

Appearance: Clear liquid

Immediate effects: Irritant

Potential health effects

Primary Routes of entry: Inhalation, ingestion, skin and eye contact.
Signs and Symptoms of Overexposure:
Eyes: Irritating to the eyes.

Skin: Irritating to skin.

Ingestion: Toxic by ingestion.

Inhalation: Irritating to the nose, throat and lungs.

Chronic Exposure: Extreme or prolonged exposure will induce tearing of eye tissue, coughing, difficulty in breathing, nausea, headache, or weakness.

Chemical Listed As Carcinogen Or Potential Carcinogen: Formaldehyde (50-00-0)

See Toxicological Information (Section11)

Potential environmental effects

See Ecological Information (Section 12)

Section 4: First Aid Measures
If accidental overexposure is suspected

Eye(s) Contact: Flush eyes with water for at least 15 minutes.

Skin Contact: Wash affected area with copious amounts of water.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Give oxygen or artificial respiration, as needed.

Ingestion: Drink 1 or 2 glasses of water. Call physician. Seek medical treatment if discomfort persists.

Note to physician

Treatment: ND

Medical Conditions generally Aggravated by Exposure: ND

Section 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point: >140 °F (Closed cup)
Flammable Limits: LEL: 7 UEL: 73

Auto-ignition point: ND
Fire Extinguishing Media: Water, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Firefighters must wear self-contained breathing apparatus and fully protective equipment.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Use water spray to disperse vapors.

Hazardous combustion products: ND

DOT Class: Not regulated

Section 6: Accidental Release Measures
Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, rubber boots and gloves. Absorb on sand, vermiculite, sawdust and put in a container for future disposal. Wash and ventilate spill site after pickup is complete. Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible. Dispose of insolvent and burn in an EPA licensed chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber.

Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose of waste according to Federal, State and Local Regulations.

Section 7: Handling and Storage
Precautions to be Taken in Handling and Storage: Keep storage container tightly closed. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Do not inhale.

Storage Temperature: Room temperature

Storage Pressure: ND

Section 8: Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Engineering Controls

Ventilation required: Mechanical ventilation.

Personal Protection Equipment

Respiratory protection: OSHA/NIOSH approved respirator if needed.

Protective gloves: Rubber.
Skin protection: Protective clothing.
Eye protection: Safety goggles.
Additional clothing and/or equipment: Safety shower and eye bath.

Exposure Guidelines

See Composition/Information on Ingredients (Section2)

Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance and Physical State: Water, clear liquid

Odor (threshold): Characteristic odor

Specific Gravity (H2O=1): 1.08-1.13

Vapor Pressure (mm Hg):17-20 mmHg @ 20 °C

Vapor Density (air=1):  ~1

Percent Volatile by volume: 98%

 

Evaporation Rate (butyl acetate=1): >1

Boiling Point: >200 °F

Freezing point / melting point: NA
pH: ND
Solubility in Water: Complete
Molecular Weight: 30.03 AMU

Section 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability: Non-hazardous instability
Conditions to Avoid: Cool or high temperatures, free radical sources.

Materials to Avoid (Incompatibility): Phenol, strong acids, alkalis.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: NE
Hazardous Polymerization: Non-hazardous polymerization.

Section 11: Toxicological Information

Results of component toxicity test performed: ND

Human experience: ND

This product does contain any compounds listed by NTP or IARC or regulated by OSHA as a carcinogen.

Section 12: Ecological Information

Ecological Information: NIF

Chemical Fate Information:  NIF

Section 13 Disposal Considerations

RCRA 40 CFR 261 Classification: U122

Federal, State and local laws governing disposal of materials can differ. Ensure proper disposal compliance with proper authorities before disposal.

Section 14: Transportation Information

US DOT Information: Proper shipping name: Not regulated for ground shipments

IATA: Proper shipping name: Aviation regulated liquid, n.o.s. (16% Formaldehyde Solution)

Limitations: Formaldehyde solutions from 10-24.9% are regulated by IATA as Aviation regulated, n.o.s. (10-24.9% Formaldehyde solution). Office of Hazardous Materials Safety Regulations and Interpretations; Refer# 01-0271. Refer to IATA for specific operator regulations.

IMO: Proper shipping name: Not regulated.

Marine Pollutant: No    

Canadian TDG: ND

Section 15: Regulatory Information

United States Federal Regulations

MSDS complies with OSHA’s Hazard Communication Rule 29, CFR 1910.1200.

SARA: Yes

SARA Title III: This material contains Formaldehyde (50-00-0) which is subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313.

RCRA: Formaldehyde (50-00-0) listed in U-series.

TSCA: Formaldehyde (50-00-0) is listed in the TSCA inventory.

CERCLA: Formaldehyde (50-00-0) RQ = 100lbs (45.4 kg)

State Regulations

California Proposition 65: This product contains substances that are carcinogenic or possible carcinogens known to the State of California.

International Regulations

Canada WHMIS: Materials in this product are listed in the CPR inventory list.

Europe EINECS Numbers: Formaldehyde (50-00-0) EC# 200-001-8 

Section 16: Other Information

Label Information: ND

European Risk and Safety Phrases: ND

European symbols needed: ND

Canadian WHMIS Symbols: ND

ANSI/NFPA 704 Estimated Hazard Rating: Health: 3; Flammability: 1; Reactivity: 0
(0=least, 1=Slight, 2=Moderate, 3=High, 4=Extreme)

Abbreviations used in this document

NE= Not established

NA= Not applicable

NIF= No Information Found

ND= No Data

Disclaimer
Ted Pella, Inc. makes no warranty of any kind regarding the information furnished herein. Users should independently determine the suitability and completeness of information from all sources. While this data is presented in good faith and believed to be accurate, it should be considered only as a supplement to other information gathered by the user. It is the User's responsibility to assure the proper use and disposal of these materials as well as the safety and health of all personnel who may work with or otherwise come in contact with these materials.

 

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