IDENTITY AND MANUFACTURER'S INFORMATION

NFPA Rating: Health-2; Flammability-0; Reactivity-1; Special- -

HMIS Rating: Health-3; Flammability-0; Reactivity-1 Personal Protection-C

Birmingham, AL 35253

DOT Hazard Classification: Corrosive Material, 8

K-CHEM EXCEL

Date Prepared: 01/15/02 Prepared By: HB

MSDS Number: DG48B Revision - 3

EMERGENCY RESPONSE NUMBER: 1(800) 255-3924

SECTION 1 - MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION AND INFORMATION

(Hazardous Components 1% or greater; Carcinogens 0.1% or greater)

CAS Number

III LIST

(ppm)

TLV (ppm)

Ref. Source **

SODIUM HYDROXIDE

1310-73-2

No

2mg/m3

2mg/m3

d

TWA ceiling

TWA ceiling

SECTION 2 - PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Boiling Point: 212ºF

Specific Gravity (H2O=1): 1.092+/-.005

Vapor Pressure: 28 MM

Vapor Pressure (Non-Aerosols)(mm Hg and Temperature): N/D

Vapor Density (Air = 1): N/D

Evaporation Rate ( water = 1): <1

Solubility in Water: Infinite

Water Reactive: No

Percent Volatile: 86%

pH: 11.7+/-.05

Appearance and Odor: Clear, green liquid technical odor.

SECTION 3 - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA

FLAMMABILITY as per USA FLAME PROJECTION TEST (aerosols) N/A

N/A

% LEL: N/A % UEL: N/A

FLASH POINT AND METHOD USED (non-aerosols): No flash @ boil (c.c)

SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: None.

EXTINGUISHER MEDIA: All type as determined by primary cause of combustion.

Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards: None.

SECTION 4 - REACTIVITY HAZARD DATA

STABILITY [ X ] STABLE [ ] UNSTABLE

HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION [ ] WILL [ X ] WILL NOT OCCUR

Incompatibility: None.

Conditions to Avoid: None.

Hazardous Decomposition Products: None.

SECTION 5 - HEALTH HAZARD DATA

PRIMARY ROUTES OF ENTRY: [ X ] INHALATION [ X ] INGESTION [ X ] SKIN ABSORPTION [ X ] EYE [ ] NOT HAZARDOUS

ACUTE EFFECTS: Contains corrosive material which causes burns.

Inhalation: May cause irritation, nausea, headache, dizziness, pain, decreased breathing capacity, internal bleding, chemical pneumonia, depending on severity of exposure.

Eye Contact: May cause severe burns that result in damage & even blindness.

Skin Contact: May cause burns, tissue destruction, skin damage. Effects may be delayed.

Ingestion: Can cause severe irritation, burns, tissue ulceration, gastrointestinal damage, even death.

CHRONIC EFFECTS: Tissue damage depending on location and degree of exposure.

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: Dermatitis.

EMERGENCY FIRST AID PROCEDURES

Eye Contact: Immediately flush with large amounts of water for 15 minutes while holding lids apart, then seek medical attention.

Skin Contact: Immediately remove contaminated clothing & footwear & wash contaminated areas with plenty of water for 15 minutes. If tissue damaged, seek medical attention.

Inhalation: If person experiences nause, headache or dizziness, move to fresh air until symptoms disappear. If breath is difficult, administer oxygen, keep person warm and at rest. Call a physician. Ensure adequate ventilation and provide respiratory protection before person returns to work.

Ingestion: DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Immediately drink large quantities of water. Get immediate medical attention. Never give anything by mouth if the person is unconscious or having convulsions.

SECTION 6 - CONTROL AND PROTECTIVE MEASURES

Respiratory Protection (specify type): NIOSH/MSHA respirator approved for your conditions of exposue. For emergencies, a NIOSH/MSHA approved positive pressure breathing apparatus should be readily available.

Protective Gloves: Chemical resistant clothing, impervious gloves, rubber apron, rubber boots.

Eye Protection: Chemical goggles, faceshield. Always wear eye protection when working with chemicals. Do not wear contact lenses when working with chemicals.

Ventilation Requirements: Normal room ventilation is generally adequate. Use adequate local exhaust ventilation where mist or spray may be generated.

Other Protective Clothing & Equipment: Clothing as needed to minimize contact.

Hygienic Work Practices: Do not eat, drink or smoke in work area. Wash immediately on contact.

SECTION 7 - PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE

Small Spills: Wipe up product, rinse soiled area with water down drain.

Large Spills: Stop leak at the source and collect into a suitable container, then treat as a small spill.

Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose of in accordance with all local, state and federal regulations.

Precautions To Be Taken In Handling & Storage: Store in original shipping containers. Keep closed when not in use. Shelf life 1 year. Protect from extreme heat and cold. Avoid bodily contact.

Other Precautions &/or Special Hazards: KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. Always store unused portion in original container with lid closed securely. Avoid temperature extremes. Read & follow label directions.