10516 - OS-1L

SAFETY DATA SHEET

OS-1L

1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND THE COMPANY:

PRODUCT NAME: OS-1L

APPLICATIONS: Oxygen Scavenger

EMERGENCY TELEPHONES: 001 281 561 1600 (USA)

SUPPLIER: M-I Drilling Fluids UK Ltd,

Pocra Quay,
Footdee,
Aberdeen. AB11 5DQ
TELEPHONE: 44 (0)1224 - 584336
FAX: 44 (0)1224 - 576119

2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS:

INGREDIENT NAME: CAS No.: CONTENT HEALTH: RISK:

AMMONIUM BISULPHITE 10192-30-0 60-70 % Xi 31, 36/37/38

COMPOSITION COMMENTS:
This product is classified as an irritant according to the EU Directives.

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION:

Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.

4. FIRST AID MEASURES:

INHALATION: Move the exposed person to fresh air at once. Keep the affected person warm and at rest. Get prompt medical
attention. For breathing difficulties oxygen may be necessary.

INGESTION: DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING! Rinse mouth thoroughly. Immediately give a couple of glasses of water or
milk, provided the victim is fully conscious. Do not give victim anything to drink if he is unconscious. Give milk
instead of water if readily available. Get medical attention immediately!

SKIN: Wash the skin immediately with soap and water. Continue to rinse for at least 15 minutes and seek medical
attention. Launder contaminated clothing before reuse.

EYES: Promptly wash eyes with plenty of water while lifting the eye lids. Continue to rinse for at least 15 minutes and
get medical attention.

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES:

EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:
Water spray. Dry chemicals. Carbon dioxide (CO2).

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SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES:

In the event of a fire involving this material, wear full protective clothing and SCBA (self contained breathing
apparatus) operated in positive pressure mode.

HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS:

Fire or high temperatures create: Irritating gases/vapors/fumes of: Oxides of: Sulphur. Ammonia Nitrogen.
Nitrous gases (NOx).

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES:

PERSONAL PRECAUTION IN SPILL:

Wear proper personal protective equipment (see MSDS Section 8).

SPILL CLEANUP METHODS:

Absorb in vermiculite, dry sand or earth and place into containers. Collect in containers and seal securely.
Remove containers and flush area with water. Provide ventilation and confine spill. Do not allow runoff to
sewer. Clean-up personnel should use respiratory and/or liquid contact protection.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE:

STORAGE PRECAUTIONS:
Keep in cool, dry, ventilated storage and closed containers. Store away from; Acids. Keep in original container.
Store isolated from oxidizing materials. Protect from light, including direct sun rays.

STORAGE CRITERIA:
Chemical storage.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION:

INGREDIENT NAME: CAS No.: STD: LT EXP. 8 HRS: ST EXP. 15 MIN:

AMMONIUM BISULPHITE 10192-30-0 No std. No std.

INGREDIENT COMMENTS:
No exposure limits noted for ingredient(s).

PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:

VENTILATION: Provide adequate general and local exhaust ventilation.

RESPIRATORS: Wear respiratory protection with combination filter (dust and gas filter).

PROTECTIVE GLOVES:
Chemical resistant gloves required for prolonged or repeated contact. Use protective gloves made of: Rubber,
neoprene or PVC.

EYE PROTECTION:
Wear approved chemical safety goggles where eye exposure is reasonably probable.

OTHER PROTECTION:
Wear appropriate clothing to prevent any possibility of skin contact. Provide eyewash station.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES:

APPEARANCE: Liquid.

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COLOUR: Clear. Light yellow.

ODOUR/TASTE: Pungent. Sulphur.
SOLUBILITY DESCRIPTION: Miscible with water.
BOILING POINT (°C, interval): 105 PRESSURE:
MELT./FREEZ. POINT (°C, interval): <0
DENSITY/SPECIFIC GRAVITY (g/ml): 1.325 - 1.36 TEMPERATURE (°C): 20
pH-VALUE, CONC. SOLUTION: 4.5 - 5.6 @ 20 Deg C
FLASH POINT (°C): Does not flash METHOD:

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY:

STABILITY: Normally stable.

CONDITIONS TO AVOID:
Avoid excessive heat for prolonged periods of time.

MATERIALS TO AVOID:
Strong oxidizing agents. Strong acids.

HAZARDOUS DECOMP. PRODUCTS:

Fire or high temperatures create: Oxides of: Sulphur. Ammonia. Nitrous gases (NOx). Nitrogen.

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION:

INHALATION: Irritating to respiratory system. Symptoms include sore throat and coughing.

INGESTION: Liquid irritates mucous membranes and may cause abdominal pain if swallowed.

SKIN: Irritating to skin. May cause allergic reaction after repeated contact in some people.

EYES: May cause severe irritation to eyes.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION:

ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
Contact M-I's Environmental Affairs Department for ecological information.

MOBILITY: Completely soluble in water.

DEGRADABILITY:
Biodegrades.

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS:

DISPOSAL METHODS:
Collect in marked containers and deliver to approved depot. Dispose of in accordance with Local Authority
requirements.

WASTE CLASS: Special waste.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION:

ROAD TRANSPORT:
ROAD TRANSPORT NOTES: Not classified for road transport.

RAIL TRANSPORT:
RAIL TRANSPORT NOTES: Not classified for rail transport.

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SEA TRANSPORT:
SEA TRANSPORT NOTES: Not classified for sea transport.

AIR TRANSPORT:
AIR TRANSPORT NOTES: Not classified for air transport.

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION:

LABEL FOR SUPPLY:

RISK PHRASES: R-31 Contact with acids liberates toxic gas.

R-36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.

SAFETY PHRASES: S-26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek
medical advice.
S-36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
S-46 If swallowed seek medical advice immediately and show this container label.

UK REGULATORY REFERENCES: Chemicals (Hazard Information & Packaging) Regulations. The Control of
Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations

EU DIRECTIVES: Classification according to European directive on classification of hazardous

preparations 90/492/EEC

16. OTHER INFORMATION:

USER NOTES: HMIS Health - 1 HMIS Flammability - 0 HMIS Reactivity - 0

INFORMATION SOURCES: Material Safety Data Sheet, Misc. manufacturers. Sax's Dangerous Properties of
Industrial Materials, 9th ed., Lewis, R.J. Sr., (ed.), VNR, New York, New York,
(1997).

REVISION COMMENTS: Revised by Sarah Glover

ISSUED BY: Dr. Kirsty Walker

DATE: 27-03-00

THIS SDS IS PRODUCED WITH SAFECHEM for WINDOWS

DISCLAIMER:
MSDS furnished independent of product sale. While every effort has been made to accurately describe this product, some of the data are obtained from
sources beyond our direct supervision. We cannot make any assertions as to its reliability or completeness; therefore, user may rely on it only at user's
risk. We have made no effort to censor or conceal deleterious aspects of this product. Since we cannot anticipate or control the conditions under which
this information and product may be used, we make no guarantee that the precautions we have suggested will be adequate for all individuals and/or
situations. It is the obligation of each user of this product to comply with the requirements of all applicable laws regarding use and disposal of this
product. Additional information will be furnished upon request to assist the user; however, no warranty, either expressed or implied, nor liability of any
nature with respect to this product or to the data herein is made or incurred hereunder.

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