Polyphosphoric Acid for Synthesis MSDS

Section 1: Chemical Product and Company Identification

Product Name: Polyphosphoric Acid for Synthesis

Catalog Codes: SLP3724

CAS#: 8017-16-1

RTECS: Not available.

TSCA: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Polyphosphoric Acid for Synthesis

CI#: Not available.

Synonym:

Chemical Name: Polyphosphoric Acid for Synthesis

Chemical Formula: Not available.

Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients

Composition:

Name CAS # % by Weight

Polyphosphoric Acid for Synthesis 8017-16-1 100

Toxicological Data on Ingredients: Polyphosphoric Acid LD50: Not available. LC50: Not available.

Section 3: Hazards Identification

Potential Acute Health Effects:

Very hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation. Hazardous in

case of skin contact (corrosive, permeator), of eye contact (corrosive). Liquid or spray mist may produce tissue

damage particularly on mucous membranes of eyes, mouth and respiratory tract. Skin contact may produce

burns. Inhalation of the spray mist may produce severe irritation of respiratory tract, characterized by coughing,

choking, or shortness of breath. Inflammation of the eye is characterized by redness, watering, and itching. Skin

inflammation is characterized by itching, scaling, reddening, or, occasionally, blistering.

Potential Chronic Health Effects:

CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified 4 (No evidence.) by NTP, None. by OSHA, None. by NIOSH.

MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.

TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.

DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.

Repeated or prolonged contact with spray mist may produce chronic eye irritation and severe skin irritation.

Repeated or prolonged exposure to spray mist may produce respiratory tract irritation leading to frequent attacks

of bronchial infection.

Section 4: First Aid Measures

Eye Contact:

Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at

least 15 minutes. Cold water may be used. Get medical attention immediately.

Skin Contact:

In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated

clothing and shoes. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Cold water may be used.Wash clothing before

reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention immediately.

Serious Skin Contact:

Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek medical

attention.

Inhalation:

If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get

medical attention immediately.

Serious Inhalation:

Evacuate the victim to a safe area as soon as possible. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or

waistband. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth

resuscitation. WARNING: It may be hazardous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation

when the inhaled material is toxic, infectious or corrosive. Seek immediate medical attention.

Ingestion:

Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an

unconscious person. If large quantities of this material are swallowed, call a physician immediately. Loosen tight

clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.

Serious Ingestion: Not available.

Section 5: Fire and Explosion Data

Flammability of the Product: Non-flammable.

Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not applicable.

Flash Points: Not applicable.

Flammable Limits: Not applicable.

Products of Combustion: Not available.

Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Not applicable.

Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:

Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.

Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.

Slightly explosive in presence of heat.

Fire Fighting Media and Instructions: Not applicable.

Special Remarks on Fire Hazards:

Reacts with metals to produce flammable hydrogen gas. When heated to decomposition it emits highly toxic

fumes of phosphorus oxides and polyphosphates.

Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards: Mixtures with nitromethane are explosive.

Section 6: Accidental Release Measures

Small Spill:

Dilute with water, neutralize acid with lime or soda ash, and mop up, or absorb with an inert dry material and place

in an appropriate waste disposal container.

Large Spill:

Corrosive liquid.

Stop leak if without risk. If the product is in its solid form: Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient

waste disposal container. If the product is in its liquid form: Absorb with DRY earth, sand or other

non-combustible material. Do not get water inside container. Absorb with an inert material and put the spilled

material in an appropriate waste disposal. Do not touch spilled material. Use water spray curtain to divert vapor

drift. Prevent entry into sewers, basements or confined areas; dike if needed. Call for assistance on disposal.

Section 7: Handling and Storage

Precautions:

Keep container dry. Do not breathe gas/fumes/ vapor/spray. Never add water to this product. In case of

insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. If you feel unwell, seek medical attention and show

the label when possible. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep away from incompatibles such as oxidizing

agents, combustible materials, metals, alkalis.

Storage: Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Hygroscopic.

Section 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Engineering Controls:

Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapors below their

respective threshold limit value.

Personal Protection:

Face shield. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Gloves.

Boots.

Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill:

Splash goggles. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be

used to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist

BEFORE handling this product.

Exposure Limits:

TWA: 1 STEL: 3 (mg/m3) from ACGIH (TLV) [United States]

TWA: 1 STEL: 3 (mg/m3) from NIOSH [United States]

TWA: 1 (mg/m3) from OSHA (PEL) [United States]

Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.

Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties

Physical state and appearance: Liquid. (Viscous liquid.)

Odor: Odorless.

Taste: Not available.

Molecular Weight: Not available.

Color: Colorless. Clear

pH (1% soln/water): Not available.

Boiling Point: 300°C (572°F) - 550 C.

Melting Point: 29°C (84.2°F) - 38 C.

Critical Temperature: Not available.

Specific Gravity: 1.9 - 2.1(Water = 1)

Vapor Pressure: 0 kPa (@ 20°C)

Vapor Density: Not available.

Volatility: Not available.

Odor Threshold: Not available.

Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.: Not available.

Ionicity (in Water): Not available.

Dispersion Properties: See solubility in water.

Solubility:

Soluble in cold water.

Soluble in water with generation of heat and hydrolysis to Phosphoric acid.

Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Data

Stability: The product is stable.

Instability Temperature: Not available.

Conditions of Instability: Incompatible materials, water, moisture, excess heat.

Incompatibility with various substances:

Reactive with oxidizing agents, combustible materials, metals, alkalis.

Slightly reactive to reactive with moisture.

Corrosivity: Not available.

Special Remarks on Reactivity:

Polyphosphoric acid:

Hygroscopic; keep container tightly closed.

Reacts with water to generate heat and form Phosphoric acid. The reaction is not violent.

Reacts with metals to produce flammable hydrogen gas.

Phosphoric Acid:

Incompatible with sodium tetrahydroborate producing a violent exothermic reaction.

Heat generated with: alcohols, glycols, aldehydes, amides, amines, azo-compounds, carbamates, caustics,

esters, ketones, phenols and cresols, organophosphates, epoxides, combustible materials, unsaturated halides,

organic peroxides.

Formation of flammable gases, with aldehydes, cyanides, mercaptins, and sulfides.

Formation of toxic fumes with cyanides, fluorides, halogenated organics, sulfides, and organic peroxides.

Do not mix with solutions containing bleach or ammonia.

Incompatible with nitromethane, chlorides + staiinless steel.

Special Remarks on Corrosivity: Not available.

Polymerization: Will not occur.

Section 11: Toxicological Information

Routes of Entry: Absorbed through skin. Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.

Toxicity to Animals:

LD50: Not available.

LC50: Not available.

Chronic Effects on Humans: CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified 4 (No evidence.) by NTP, None. by OSHA, None. by

NIOSH.

Other Toxic Effects on Humans:

Very hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion, .

Hazardous in case of skin contact (corrosive, permeator), of eye contact (corrosive), of inhalation (lung corrosive).

Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not available.

Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans: Not available.

Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans:

Acute Potential Health Effects:

Corrosive!

Skin: Corrosive. Causes severe skin irritation and can cause severe skin burns. May affect behavior

(somnolence or excitement) if absorbed through skin.

Eyes: Corrosive. Liquid or vapor causes severe eye irritation and can cause severe eye burns leading to

permanent corneal damage or chemical conjunctivitis.

Ingestion: Corrosive. May be harmful if swallowed. Causes severe irritation and burns of the gastrointestinal

(digestive) tract. Causes severe abdominal pain/discomfort, burning sensation behind the breasbone, nausea,

vomiting, diarrhea hematemesis, gastrointestinal hemmorrhaging, and shock. May cause corrosion and

permanent tissue destruction of the esophagus and digestive tract. May affect behavior and urinary system, liver

(hepatocellular damage, hepatic enzymes increased), blood (blood dyscrasia). May also cause Hypocalcemia,

Hyperphosphatemia or Hypophosphatemia, and acidosis.

Inhalation: Corrosive. Causes irritation and chemical burns of the respiratory tract and mucous membranes with

sore throat, coughing, shortness of breath and delayed lung edema.

Chronic Potential Health Effects:

Section 12: Ecological Information

Ecotoxicity: Not available.

BOD5 and COD: Not available.

Products of Biodegradation:

Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may

arise.

Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: Not available.

Special Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not available.

Section 13: Disposal Considerations

Waste Disposal:

Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental

control regulations.

Section 14: Transport Information

DOT Classification: Class 8: Corrosive material

Identification: : Corrosive Liquid, acidic, inorganic, n.o.s. (Polyphosphoric Acid) UNNA: 3264 PG: III

Special Provisions for Transport: Not available.

Section 15: Other Regulatory Information

Federal and State Regulations: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Polyphosphoric Acid

Other Regulations:

OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).

EINECS: This product is on the European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances.

Other Classifications:

WHMIS (Canada): CLASS E: Corrosive liquid.

DSCL (EEC):

R34- Causes burns.

S25- Avoid contact with eyes.

S26- In case of contact with eyes, rinse

immediately with plenty of water and seek

medical advice.

S36/37/39- Wear suitable protective clothing,

gloves and eye/face protection.

S45- In case of accident or if you feel unwell,

seek medical advice immediately (show the

label where possible).

HMIS (U.S.A.):

Health Hazard: 3

Fire Hazard: 0

Reactivity: 1

Personal Protection:

National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.):

Health: 3

Flammability: 0

Reactivity: 1

Specific hazard:

Protective Equipment:

Gloves.

Full suit.

Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an

approved/certified respirator or

equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator

when ventilation is inadequate.

Face shield.

Section 16: Other Information

References: Not available.

Other Special Considerations: Not available.

Created: 10/11/2005 01:48 PM

Last Updated: 11/06/2008 12:00 PM