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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
MANUFACTURER: MAXIM CHEMICAL INTERNATIONAL LTD.
1305 HALIFAX STREET, REGINA, SK S4R 1T9
PHONE: (306) 347-0444
SECTION (1): PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION AND USE
PRODUCT NAME: WT-749
PRODUCT USE: INIHIBITED ACID CLEANER
WHMIS CLASSIFICATION: E
TDG CLASSIFICATION: Phosphoric Acid Liquid Solution,
Class 8, UN 1805, Packing Group III
SECTION (2): HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
CAS # Range % (by weight)
Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether 111-76-2 1.0-5.0
LD50 (oral, rat): 470 mg/kg
LD50 (dermal, rabbit): 220 mg/kg
LC50: 700 ppm (mouse)
Orthophosphoric Acid 7664-38-2 10.0-30.0
Exposure Limits: ACGIH TLV 1 ppm
LD50 (oral, rat): 3500 mg/kg
LD50 (dermal): 1260 mg/kg
LC50: Not available
Oxalic Acid 144-62-7 1.0-5.0
LD50 (oral, rat): 375 mg/kg
LD50 (dermal): 20,000 mg/kg
LC50: Not available
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SECTION (3): PHYSICAL DATA (Typical values. May vary from sample to sample)
Physical State: Liquid
Appearance and Odour: Pale amber liquid with mild odour.
Boiling Point: 100 0 C approximately
Specific Gravity: 1.15
Solubility in Water: Soluble
pH: 1.5
Odour Threshold: No data
Vapour Pressure: As for water
Vapour Density: As for water
Evaporation Rate: Not available
Freezing Point: Not available
Coefficient of Water/Oil Distribution: Greater than 1.0
SECTION (4): FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash Point (Closed cup): None to boiling
Extinguisher Media: Product not flammable
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: None
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazard: None
Flammable Limits: Not known
Auto-ignition Temperature: Not known
Conditions of Flammability: None
Explosion Data:
Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact: None
Sensitivity to Static Discharge: None
SECTION (5): REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Stable
Incompatibility (Materials to avoid): Strong alkalies
Hazardous Decomposition Product: Flammable hydrogen gas may be
produced on prolonged contact with
metals like aluminum, zinc.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
SECTION (6): TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES
ROUTE OF ENTRY INFORMATION:
Skin Contact: Contact with undiluted product will
cause skin damage.
Skin Absorbtion: None
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PRODUCT NAME: WT-749 (cont'd) Page 3
SECTION (6): TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES (cont'd)
Eye Contact: Contact with undiluted product will
cause damage to eyes.
Inhalation - Acute: Inhalation of airborne particles will be
irritating to lungs.
Inhalation - Chronic: Inhalation of airborne particles of
product will be corrosive to lungs.
Ingestion: Ingestion of undiluted product will be
corrosive to digestive tract.
Irritancy: May cause eye or skin irritation.
Effects of Accute Exposure to Product: Corrosive: Causes damage to eyes
and skin in concentrated form.
Effect of Chronic Exposure to Product: Repeated exposure to concentrated
product will cause skin damage.
Exposure Limits: Not known
Sensitization to Product: No data
Carcinogenicity: None known
Reproductive Toxicity: None known
Teratogenicity: None known
Mutagenicity: None known
Name of Toxicologically Synergistic Product: None known
SECTION (7): PREVENTATIVE MEASURES
Respiratory Protection:
Use respirator when working with concentrated liquid. Avoid inhalation of acid mist.
Ventilation:
Use with adequate ventilation.
Protective Gloves:
Use rubber or plastic gloves as required.
Eye Protection:
Protect eye from splashes with goggles or face shield.
Disposal Procedures for Spills or Leaks:
Absorb spills into sand or absorbent sweeping compound.
Waste Disposal Method:
Haul absorbed material to suitable waste disposal site. Dispose of in accordance with all
local, provincial or federal regulations.
Other Precautions:
Keep container closed when not in use. Store upright in original container. Product will
corrode metals. Do not mix with any other chemicals. Keep from freezing.
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SECTION (8): FIRST AID PROCEDURES
EYES: Flush with plenty of water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention.
SKIN: Wash well with plenty of water for 15 minutes. If skin irritation develops
contact a physician.
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air.
INGESTION: Give plenty of water to drink. Do not induce vomiting. Call a physician.
SECTION (9): PREPARATION INFORMATION
Prepared by Technical Advisory services. Phone: (306) 347-0444
Date: July 13, 1998
Revised: July 13, 2001; January 22, 2004
The information provided in this Material Safety Data Sheet has been obtained from sources
believed to be reliable. MAXIM CHEMICAL INTERNATIONAL LTD. provides no warranties
expressed or implied and assumes no responsibility for the accuracy or the completeness of
the data contained herein.
MSDS-ID 1501749