Section 1: Chemical Product and Company Information

 

PRODUCT

 

NUMBER:

CAL551-900

NAME:

CAL551-900 Batt-Mat™

DESCRIPTION:

Absorption and Neutralization Pad for Low pH and Acid Spills.

 

 

MANUFACTURER

 

EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS

Calicorp, Inc.

629 Tandy Court

Chico, Ca.  95973

 

Domestic:

1.888.BATT.MAT

 

International:

+1.530.228.8628

 

 

 

 

 

 

Section 2: Composition/Information on Ingredients

 

COMPONENT

%

CAS #

EXPOSURE LIMIT

Sodium Bicarbonate

< 55%

144-55-8

 

Magnesium Oxide

< 20%

1309-48-4

 

Vermiculite

< 10%

1318-00-9

 

Trade secret

< 10%

confidential

 

Bentonite Clay

< 5%

1302-78-9

 

Trade secret

< 1%

confidential

 

Polyethylene Terephthalate Polymer

bag material

25038-59-9

 

 

 

 

Section 3: Hazards Identification

 

Inhalation

Possible irritation to upper respiratory track under  conditions exceeding 9.2 mg/liter under continuous dusting exposure

Skin Contact

Non-irritating

Eye Contact

Irritating

Ingestion

LD50 (rabbits): 5000 mg/kg

 

 

 

Section 4: First Aid Measures

 

Ingestion

Not considered toxic, if large quantities (1/2 lb. or more) are ingested drink one to two glasses of water and consult physician.

Eyes

Immediately flush eyes with water for 15 minutes. Call physician.

Skin

Wash with mild soap and water.

Inhalation

Remove from exposure, if irritation persists, obtain medical attention.  Give oxygen if breathing is difficult.

 

 

 

 Section 5: Fire Fighting Measures

 

Flash Point

Containment fabric is flash resistant treated 

Extinguishing Media

Water, Water fog

Special Procedures

Use a self-contained breathing apparatus is recommended.

 

 

 

Section 6: Accident Release Measures

 

Steps to be taken if material is spilled

Shovel into closeable container for dis­posal.

Waste Disposal Method

Not considered hazardous under RCRA (40CFR 261)

Dispose according to state, federal and local regulations.

Contains no VOCs. No special procedures are needed for accidental release containment and clean-up.

 

 

Section 7: Handling and Storage

 

HANDLING:

If handling broken bags by hand, recommend latex gloves. Avoid freezing or extreme heat.

STORAGE:

Normal warehouse storage conditions acceptable.

 

 

Section 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

 

Ventilation Requirements

Good general mechanical ventilation and local exhaust

Specific Personal Protective Equipment

In dusty environment (greater than 10 mg/M) wear dust masks.

Eyes

Always wear safety glasses with side shields, if shoveling or handling broken bags, wear splash-proof goggles.

Gloves

Impervious gloves

Other

Appropriate equipment to prevent probability of skin and eye contact.

 

 

 

Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties

 

Specific Gravity

.56

% Volatiles by volume

Nil

Appearance

White bag material, ingredients are Light brown to tan

Melting Point

Not Applicable

Solubility in Water  (% by weight)

Approximately 40% of components are water soluble

Odor

Odorless

 

 

 

  Section 10: Stability and Reactivity

 

Hazardous Polymerization

Will not occur.

Conditions to avoid

Exposure to liquids or moisture reduces intended absorption capability

Incompatibilities

None known.

 

 

 

Section 11: Toxicological Information

 

A skin and eye irritant. Moderately toxic by ingestion and skin contact.

 

COMPONENT

SAX TOXICITY EVALUATION

Sodium Bicarbonate

Not listed by NTP

Magnesium Oxide

Not listed by NTP

Vermiculite

 

Bentonite Clay

 

Polyethylene Terephthalate Polymer

 

Trade secret

 

Trade secret

 

 

 

 

Section 12: Ecological Information

 

This product is not considered a hazardous waste under the RCRA.

 

 

 

Section 13: Disposal Considerations

 

Aquatic Toxicity

Not available at this time

Waste Disposal Method

Not considered hazardous under RCRA (40CFR 261) Dispose according to state, federal and local regulations.

 

 

 

Section 14: Transport Information

 

This product is not DOT regulated.

 

 

 

Section 15: Regulatory Information

 

OSHA:  None.

ACGIH:  None.

NIOSH Criterion Document:  None.

 
NFPA Hazard Rating: Health (H): None. Flammability (F): None. Reactivity (R): None

 

 

 

Section 16: Other Information

 

OSHA         Occupational Safety and Health

ACGIH        American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists

NIOSH         National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health

NFPA          National Fire Protection Association

NTP             National Toxicology Program

 
 

 

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