Material Safety Data Sheet
Drierite®, with indicator

ACC# 97068
Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification
MSDS Name: Drierite®, with indicator
Catalog Numbers: AC219080000, AC219080020, AC219080050, AC219085000, AC219090000, AC219090020 AC219090020, AC219090050, AC219095000, AC219100000, AC219100020, AC219105000 AC219105000, AC350010000, AC350010020, AC350015000
Synonyms:
Calcium sulfate.
Company Identification:

              Acros Organics N.V.
              One Reagent Lane
              Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
For information in North America, call: 800-ACROS-01
For emergencies in the US, call CHEMTREC: 800-424-9300

Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients

CAS# Chemical Name Percent EINECS/ELINCS
7778-18-9 Drierite® 96.75 231-900-3
7646-79-9 Cobalt chloride 3.25 231-589-4

Section 3 - Hazards Identification

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW

Appearance: white granules.
Warning! Possible cancer hazard. May cause cancer based on animal data. May cause allergic respiratory and skin reaction. May cause eye, skin, and respiratory tract irritation. Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. May cause cancer by inhalation. Hygroscopic (absorbs moisture from the air).
Target Organs: Respiratory system, skin.


Potential Health Effects
Eye: May cause eye irritation.
Skin: May cause skin irritation. May cause skin sensitization, an allergic reaction, which becomes evident upon re-exposure to this material. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Ingestion: May cause irritation of the digestive tract. May be harmful if swallowed.
Inhalation: May cause allergic respiratory reaction. May cause respiratory tract irritation. May be harmful if inhaled.
Chronic: May cause cancer according to animal studies. Adverse reproductive effects have been reported in animals. Repeated or prolonged exposure may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. Animal studies have reported the development of tumors.

Section 4 - First Aid Measures


Eyes: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
Skin: Get medical aid. Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Get medical aid.
Inhalation: Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Do not use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation if victim ingested or inhaled the substance; induce artificial respiration with the aid of a pocket mask equipped with a one-way valve or other proper respiratory medical device.
Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically and supportively.

Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures


General Information: As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear.
Extinguishing Media: Use extinguishing media most appropriate for the surrounding fire.
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Explosion Limits, Lower:Not available.
Upper: Not available.
NFPA Rating: (estimated) Health: 2; Flammability: 0; Instability: 1

Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures


General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks: Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Wear a self contained breathing apparatus and appropriate personal protection. (See Exposure Controls, Personal Protection section). Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation. Do not let this chemical enter the environment.

Section 7 - Handling and Storage


Handling: Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Do not ingest or inhale. Use only in a chemical fume hood.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.

Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection


Engineering Controls: Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use only under a chemical fume hood.
Exposure Limits
Chemical Name ACGIH NIOSH OSHA - Final PELs
Drierite® 10 mg/m3 TWA (inhalable fraction) 10 mg/m3 TWA (total dust); 5 mg/m3 TWA (respirable dust) 15 mg/m3 TWA (total dust); 5 mg/m3 TWA (respirable fraction)
Cobalt chloride 0.02 mg/m3 TWA (as Co) (listed under Cobalt, inorganic compounds). none listed none listed

OSHA Vacated PELs: Drierite®: 15 mg/m3 TWA; 5 mg/m3 TWA (respirable fraction) Cobalt chloride: No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators: Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.

Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties


Physical State: Granules
Appearance: white
Odor: none reported
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Vapor Density: Not available.
Evaporation Rate:Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point:1450 deg C (decom)
Decomposition Temperature:Not available.
Solubility: Slightly soluble.
Specific Gravity/Density:2.960
Molecular Formula:CaO4S
Molecular Weight:136.14

Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity


Chemical Stability: Hygroscopic: absorbs moisture or water from the air.
Conditions to Avoid: Incompatible materials, dust generation, excess heat, exposure to moist air or water.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, aluminum, azo, diazo, and hydrazines (e.g. dimethyl hydrazine, hydrazine, methyl hydrazine), alkali metals.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Oxides of sulfur.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.

Section 11 - Toxicological Information


RTECS#:      
CAS# 7778-18-9: WS6920000      
CAS# 7646-79-9: GF9800000
LD50/LC50:
Not available.

CAS# 7646-79-9:
     Oral, mouse: LD50 = 80 mg/kg;
     Oral, rat: LD50 = 80 mg/kg;
     Oral, rat: LD50 = 418 mg/kg;
.

Carcinogenicity:
CAS# 7778-18-9: Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
CAS# 7646-79-9:


Epidemiology: Tumorigenic effects have been reported in experimental animals.IARC Group 2B: Proven animal carcinogenic substance of potential relevance to humans.ACGIH has labeled this substance as a confirmed animal carcinogen.
Teratogenicity: Teratogenic effects have occurred in experimental animals.
Reproductive Effects: Adverse reproductive effects have occurred in experimental animals.
Mutagenicity: Mutagenic effects have occurred in experimental animals.
Neurotoxicity: No information found
Other Studies:

Section 12 - Ecological Information


Ecotoxicity: No data available. No information available.
Environmental: No information available.
Physical: No information available.
Other: Do not empty into drains.

Section 13 - Disposal Considerations

Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a hazardous waste. US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3. Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification.
RCRA P-Series: None listed.
RCRA U-Series: None listed.

Section 14 - Transport Information

US DOT Canada TDG
Shipping Name: ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOL (Cobalt chloride) ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOL (Cobalt chloride)
Hazard Class: 9 9
UN Number: UN3077 UN3077
Packing Group: III III

Section 15 - Regulatory Information

US FEDERAL

TSCA
     CAS# 7778-18-9 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
     CAS# 7646-79-9 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
Health & Safety Reporting List
     None of the chemicals are on the Health & Safety Reporting List.
Chemical Test Rules
     None of the chemicals in this product are under a Chemical Test Rule.
Section 12b
     None of the chemicals are listed under TSCA Section 12b.
TSCA Significant New Use Rule
     None of the chemicals in this material have a SNUR under TSCA.
CERCLA Hazardous Substances and corresponding RQs
     None of the chemicals in this material have an RQ.
SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances
     None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.
SARA Codes
     CAS # 7646-79-9: immediate, delayed.
Section 313
     This material contains Cobalt chloride (listed as Cobalt, inorganic compounds), 3.25%, (CAS# 7646-79-9) which is subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of SARA Title III and 40 CFR Part 373.
Clean Air Act:
     CAS# 7646-79-9 (listed as Cobalt compounds) is listed as a hazardous a      ir pollutant (HAP).
     This material does not contain any Class 1 Ozone depletors.
     This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.
Clean Water Act:
     None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Hazardous Substances under the CWA.
     None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Priority Pollutants under the CWA.
     None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Toxic Pollutants under the CWA.
OSHA:
     None of the chemicals in this product are considered highly hazardous by OSHA.
STATE
     CAS# 7778-18-9 can be found on the following state right to know lists: New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Minnesota, Massachusetts.
     CAS# 7646-79-9 can be found on the following state right to know lists: New Jersey, (listed as Cobalt compounds), Pennsylvania, (listed as Cobalt compounds), Minnesota, (listed as Cobalt, inorganic compounds).

California Prop 65

California No Significant Risk Level: None of the chemicals in this product are listed.

European/International Regulations

European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols:
     T N
Risk Phrases:

     R 42/43 May cause sensitization by inhalation and skin contact.
     R 49 May cause cancer by inhalation.
     R 51/53 Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse
     effects in the aquatic environment.

Safety Phrases:

     S 22 Do not breathe dust.
     S 29 Do not empty into drains.
     S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice
     immediately (show the label where possible).
     S 53 Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use.
     S 61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions
     /safety data sheets.

WGK (Water Danger/Protection)

     CAS# 7778-18-9: 0
     CAS# 7646-79-9: 2
Canada - DSL/NDSL
     CAS# 7778-18-9 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
     CAS# 7646-79-9 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
Canada - WHMIS
     This product has a WHMIS classification of D2A, D2B.
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS contains all of the information required by those regulations.
Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List
     CAS# 7646-79-9 is listed on the Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List.

Section 16 - Additional Information

MSDS Creation Date: 9/02/1997
Revision #6 Date: 8/07/2008

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