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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
pH 10.0 Buffer Sachets (EC-BU-10BS)
Last updated on 2 Jan 2002
EUTECH INSTRUMENTS PTE LTD.
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SUBSTANCE IDENTIFICATION
| Substance: |
pH 10.000 Precision
Calibrating Buffer |
| Trade names/synonyms: |
this product
is known as Catlog Number 10-262 |
| Cercla ratings
(scale 0-3): |
health=0 fire=0
reactivity=0 persistence=0 |
| Nfpa ratings
(scale 0-4): |
health=0 fire=0
reactivity=0 |
| SARA Title III
(§ 313): |
Not Available. |
COMPONENTS AND CONTAMINANTS
| Component: potassium carbonate |
| CAS: |
# 584-08-7 |
| Percent: |
<0.2 |
| Component: potassium bicarbonate |
| CAS |
# 298-14-6 |
| Percent: |
<0.2 |
| Component: water |
| CAS |
# 7732-18-5 |
| Percent: |
>95 |
| Other
contaminants: |
none |
| Exposure
limits: |
no occupational
exposure limits established by osha, acgih or niosh |
PHYSICAL DATA
| Description: |
clear, colorless
liquid which may be color coded blue for user convenience |
| Approx. boiling
point: |
212°F (100°C). |
| Approx. melting point: |
32°F (0°C) |
| Vapor pressure: |
14 torr @20°C |
| Evap. Rate: |
(ether=1) >1 |
| pH: |
10.0 |
| Solubility in water: |
complete |
| Vapor density: |
0.7 (H2O) |
FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
| Fire and explosion
hazard: |
No fire hazard
when exposed to heat or flame |
| Flash point: |
Not applicable |
| Fire fighting
media: |
Dry chemical,
carbon dioxide, water spray or regular foam. (1990 emergency response
guidebook, dot p-5800.5) For larger fires, use water spray, fog
or regular foam. (1990 emergency response guidebook, dot p-5800.5) |
| Fire fighting: |
Move container
from fire area if it can be done without risk. Do not scatter
spilled material with high-pressure water streams. Dike fire-control
water for later disposal . (1990 emergency response guidebook,
dot p-5800.5 Pg. 31) Use agents suitable for the type of surrounding
fire. Avoid breathing hazardous vapors, stay upwind of the fire.
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TOXICITY
| Potassium
carbonate; Potassium bicarbonate: |
| Carcinogen status: |
None |
| Local effects: |
irritant - inhalation,
skin, eye |
| Acute toxicity
level: |
no data available |
| Target effects: |
no data available |
| Medical conditions
aggravated by exposure: |
no data available |
HEALTH EFFECTS AND FIRST AID INHALATION:
| Potassium carbonate: |
Irritant |
| Acute exposure: |
May Cause Irritation |
| Chronic exposure: |
Repeated or prolonged
exposure may cause irritation |
| First aid: |
Remove from exposure
area to fresh air immediately. If breathing has stopped, perform
artificial respiration. Keep person warm and at rest. Treat symptomatically
and supportively. Get medical attention immediately. |
SKIN CONTACT
| Potassium carbonate: |
Irritant |
| Acute exposure: |
May Cause Irritation |
| Chronic exposure: |
Repeated or prolonged
exposure may cause dermatitis. |
| First aid: |
Remove contaminated
clothing and shoes immediately, wash affected area with soap or
mild detergent and large amounts of water until no evidence of
chemical remains (approximately 15-20 minutes). Get medical attention
immediately. |
EYE CONTACT
| Potassium carbonate: |
Irritant |
| Acute exposure: |
Direct contact
may cause irritation, redness and pain. |
| Chronic exposure: |
Repeated or prolonged
exposure may cause conjunctivitis |
| First
aid: |
Wash
eyes immediately with large amounts of water or normal saline,
occasionally lifting upper and lower lids until no evidence of
chemical remains (approximately 15-20 minutes). Get medical attention
immediately |
INGESTION
| Potassium carbonate: |
Irritant |
| Acute exposure:
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May cause nausea,
vomiting and diarrhea. |
| Chonic exposure: |
Not reported
to occur in humans |
| First aid:
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If victim is
conscious, immediately give 2-4 glasses of water, andinduce vomiting
by touching finger to back of throat, get medical attention immediately. |
REACTIVITY
| Reactivity: |
Stable
under normal temperatures and pressures |
| Incompatibilities: |
Affected by strong oxidizers when dry |
| Decomposition: |
None
known while in solution |
| Polymerization: |
None
known while in solution |
STORAGE AND DISPOSAL
Observe all federal, state and local regulations
when storing or disposing of this substance. for assistance, contact
the district director of the environmental protection agency.
| Storage conditions
to avoid: |
Store away from
incompatible substances |
| Water spills: |
The California
safe drinking water and toxic enforcement act of 1986 (prop 65)
prohibits contaminating any known source of drinking water with
substances known to cause cancer and/or reproductive toxicity. |
| Occupational
spill: |
Stop leak if
you can do it without risk. For small spills, take up with sand
or other absorbent materials and place into clean, dry containers
for later disposal. |
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
When using, wear eye protection to prevent
contact.
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