Safety Data Sheet

1 – PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

PRODUCT NAME: ..................... 6257UA

PRODUCT USE: ........................ POSCA Boiler Treatment
COMPANY: ................................ CH2O, Incorporated
8820 Old Hwy. 99 SE, Tumwater, WA 98501
360-943-6063, 800-562-6184, (fax) 360-352-4813, www.ch2o.com
EMERGENCY PHONE: ............. (800) 424-9300 (CHEMTREC)
SDS DATE: ................................ 3/8/2017 SHELF LIFE: 2 Years
2 – HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

GHS HEALTH CLASSIFICATIONS: ........................ Acute Toxicity Oral (4) Skin Corrosion (1A) Serious
Eye Damage (1) Respiratory Sensitizer (1A)
GHS ENVIRONMENTALCLASSIFICATIONS: ........ None
GHS PHYSICAL CLASSIFICATIONS: ..................... None

GHS SIGNAL WORD: DANGER

GHS HAZARD STATEMENTS:
H302: Harmful if swallowed
H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H334: May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
GHS PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS:
PREVENTION:
P260: Do not breathe dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
P264: Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
P270: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P284: In case of inadequate ventilation, wear repiratory protection.
RESPONSE:
P301+330+331: IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
P303+361+353: IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with
water/shower.
P304+340: IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
P305+351+338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present
and easy to do - continue rinsing.
P310: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor.
P342+311: If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor.
P363: Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
STORAGE:
P405: Store locked up.
DISPOSAL:
P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.

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HAZARDS NOT OTHERWISE CLASSIFIED: None known
UNKNOWN TOXICITY STATEMENT: 0% of this mixture consists of ingredient(s) of unknown acute toxicity.

3 – COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

TRADE SECRET STATEMENT: The specific chemical identity and/or the exact percentage of composition
has been withheld as a trade secret.

HAZARDOUS INGREDIENT PERCENT CAS NUMBER OSHA-STEL OSHA-TWA

4 – FIRST-AID MEASURES

EYES: Flush with large amounts of water, lifting upper and lower lids occasionally. Get medical attention if
irritation persists. SKIN: Wash exposed areas thoroughly with soap and water. Remove contaminated
clothing and launder before reuse. If skin feels slippery, continue washing until slick feeling is gone. Contact
a physician if irritation permists. INGESTION: Give large quantities of water. DO NOT induce vomiting. If
vomiting occurs administer additional fluids. Contact a physician for further directions. Never give anything
by mouth to an unconscious person. INHALATION: Remove individual to fresh air. If breathing is difficult,
give oxygen. Contact a physician if irritation persists.

5 – FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES

When responding to a fire involving this product, personal protection equipment must be worn that is
appropriate to the chemicals involved in the fire, as well as respiratory protection. If it can be done safely and
without risk, stop any release of chemical at the source. Move undamaged containers away from the vicinity
of the fire if it can be done safely. Water spray may be used in cooling equipment and containers that have
been exposed to heat and/or flame. Avoid spreading burning material with water used for cooling purposes.
FLASHPOINT: >200°F
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Foam, dry chemical, Carbon Dioxide (CO2)
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: None
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: None

6 – ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

SPILL PROCEDURES: Only trained personnel equipped with proper protective gear should be permitted in
the area. Stop spill at source. Reclaim material if possible for reuse. Containerize contaminated material for
disposal. After all visible traces have been removed flush area thoroughly with water.
WASTE: Dispose of all waste in accordance with local, state and federal regulations. Care must be taken
when using or disposing of chemical materials and/or their containers to prevent environmental
contamination.

7 – HANDLING and STORAGE

HANDLING & STORAGE: This is a moderately alkaline product. Eye contact will cause severe irritation
and/or burns. Prolonged or repeated skin contact will cause irritation and possibly dermatitis and/or burns.
Ingestion can cause damage to the stomach and other tissues contacted. Excessive inhalation of product
dusts/mists can cause irritation to the respiratory system. Wear impervious gloves and safety glasses or

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goggles when handling product. If vapors are present at or above TLV respiratory protection must be worn.
Wear additional protective clothing as necessary to minimize contact with product.
8 – EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION

RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Atmospheric levels should be maintained below the exposure guidelines.
When respiratory protection is required, use an approved air-purifying respirator. When exposure guidelines
may be greatly exceeded, use an approved positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus. A
respiratory protection program that meets OSHA 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements must be followed
whenever workplace conditions warrant a respirator’s use.
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING: Chemical safety glasses and impervious gloves.
9 – PHYSICAL / CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

PHYSICAL STATE: ..................... Liquid

APPEARANCE; Color & Odor: .. Moderate orange/green; Mild, amine-like
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: ................... 1.25
pH, 1%: .. ..................................... 11.0-12.5
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: ............ Complete in water.
VOLATILITY (wt. %, incl. H2O): . 65-75

10 – STABILITY and REACTIVITY

STABILITY: Stable
HAZARDOUS DECOMP.: Sulfur compounds
INCOMPATIBILITY: Acidic conditions; toxic fumes will be liberated if the pH of this product drops below 7.0
Strong oxidizers.
HAZARDOUS REACTIONS: None known

11 – TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES: The toxicological properties of this chemical mixture as a whole have not
been thoroughly investigated.
LISTED CARCINOGEN: This material does not contain any known or suspected carcinogens.
MEDICAL CONDITION AGGRAVATED: Sodium bisulfite may cause severe allergic reactions in persons
who are sensitive to sulfites.
12 – ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

ENVIRONMENTAL FATE: The environmental properties of this chemical mixture have not been thoroughly
investigated.
13 –DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

WASTE DISPOSAL: Dispose of all waste product and wastes generated from this product in accordance
with local, state, and federal regulations. Assume wastes are hazardous unless characterization
demonstrates otherwise. Handle empty drums as if they contain chemical residual until they have been
thoroughly decontaminated.

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14 – TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION

PROPER SHIPPING NAME: ..... CORROSIVE LIQUID, BASIC, INORGANIC, NOS,

HAZARD CLASS: ...................... 8
UN/NA NUMBER: ...................... UN 3266
PACKAGING GROUP : ............. II
15 - REGULATIONS

Contents of this MSDS comply with the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29CFR 1910.1200

EPA SARA Title III Chemical Listings:

Acute: ................................... Yes Chronic: ............... No
Fire:....................................... No Pressure: ............. No
Reactive: .............................. No

SARA SECTION 313: This product DOES NOT contain toxic chemical(s) subject to the reporting
requirements of Section 313 of Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act and 40 CFR
Part 372.
16 – OTHER INFORMATION

HMIS RATING:
HEALTH: 2, FLAMMABILITY: 0, REACTIVITY: 0, PERSONAL PROTECTION: B

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: None known

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