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SECTION I – IDENTIFICATION
Trade Name: CrystalClear®
RapiClear
Name and/or Family or Description: Poly N-Acetylglucosamine
Chemical Formula: Poly N-Acetylglucosamine, Acetic Acid, &
Balance Water
CAS No.: PROPIETARY
DOT Proper Shipping
Name: CrystalClear® RapiClear
Technical Shipping Name:
Chitosan Acetate
DOT Hazard Class: Not Regulated
DOT
Label: None Required
DOT Placard: None Required
SECTION II - COMPONENTS (Hazardous & Other)
Hazardous
Ingredients: None Known
None of the compounds are
considered carcinogens by the National Toxicology Program,
the International Agency for Research on Cancer, or the
Occupational Safety and Health Administration nor are they
known to be mutagenic.
Toxicology: Acute Oral, LD50
(Mice) >16g/kg
SECTION III - PHYSICAL DATA
State: Liquid
Appearance: Clear & Colorless
Odor: No
Odor
Boiling Point: 212F/100C
Melting Point: 32F/0C
Specific Gravity: 1.34
pH: 3.9 – 4.1
Vapor Density:
That of most air
Solubility In Water: Approx. 100
Storage Conditions: Store Tightly Closed In Cool Dry Place
SECTION IV - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash Point: N/A
Ignition Temperature: N/A
Flammable
Limits: Non-Flammable
Special Fire Fighting Procedure:
Self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing
should be worn in fighting fires involving chemicals.
Fire Fighting Media: Cool containers with water fog.
SECTION V - HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Effects Of
Overexposure/Emergency & First Aid Procedures:
Eye
Contact: Direct contact irritates slightly to moderately
with redness and swelling
Contact: ADI EcoFloc is not
hazardous but cleansing the area after use is advisable.
Inhalation: Inhaling dust or mist created during use may
injure the respiratory system and cause an adverse lung
reaction.
Ingestion: Small amounts transferred to the
mouth by fingers during use, etc., should not injure.
Swallowing large amounts may cause injury.
Medical
Conditions Prone To Aggravation By Exposure: Individuals
with known allergies, particularly to feedstuffs or enzymes,
as well as those individuals with chronic respiratory
diseases or particular susceptibility thereto and those with
asthmatic conditions should avoid contact with dusty
conditions.
Primary Routes Of Entry: Ingestion and
Inhalation, no appreciable entry known through intact skin
although irritation possible, see above.
Carcinogenicity: This material is not considered to be a
carcinogen by The National Toxicology Program, The
International Agency For Research On Cancer, or The
Occupational Safety And Health Administration.
Emergency And First Aid Procedures:
Eyes:
Immediately flush with water for 15 minutes. Get immediate
medical attention
Skin: Wipe off and flush with
water, and then wash with soap & water
Inhalation:
Get medical attention if there is any discomfort.
Oral: Get medical attention if large amount is swallowed or
there is any discomfort.
WARNING STATEMENTS
CAUTION! KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. MAY CAUSE SKIN OR
EYE IRRITATION. STORE IN COOL DRY PLACE. AVOID CONTACT WITH
SKIN AND CLOTHING AND EXCESSIVE INHALATION. WASH HANDS,
CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT AFTER USE.
SECTION VI –
STABILITY AND REACTIVITY DATA
Chemical Family:
Natural Polysaccharide
Stability: Stable
Polymerization: Will not occur
Incompatibilities:
Oxidizing material can cause a reaction. Caustics will
precipitate aluminum hydroxide.
Decomposition: Will not
occur
Insatiability Conditions: Stable at normal
temperatures and storage conditions
Ecological
Information: Material is 100% bio-degradable
Decomposition Temperature: 211oF (Will Boil)
Decomposition Products: H2O and Chitosan Acetate Salt
SECTION VII - SPILL, LEAK, AND DISPOSAL INFORMATION
Waste Disposal: Manufacturer suggests that all local,
state, and federal regulations concerning health and
pollution be reviewed to determine approved disposal
procedures. Contact manufacturer if there are any disposal
questions.
Spill Or Leakage Procedure: Wear suitable
clothing and protective equipment. Mop up with soap and
water; where contaminated or unusable, dispose of by land
filling.
SECTION VIII - SAFE HANDLING AND USE
INFORMATION
Permissible Concentrations: Not
established.
Ventilation: Local exhaust: None is
needed.
Eyes: Safety glasses as a minimum, goggles if
splashing could occur.
Skin: Washing at meal time and
end of shift should be adequate.
Other Protective
Equipment: Eye wash facility
Storage and Handling:
Maintain good housekeeping, avoid creating aerosol. Keep out
of direct sunlight and in cool dry place as deterioration of
product and loss of activity may occur under above
conditions.
Hygienic Practices: Wash hands after
handling, as well as any other affected skin areas. Avoid
contact with food or food preparatory surfaces. If this
occurs wash the area thoroughly with suitable detergent and
water. Remove and wash contaminated clothing.
SECTION IX - SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Precautions To Be
Taken For Handling And Storage: Maintain good housekeeping,
avoid creating aerosols. For maintenance of product quality,
store in dry cool (under 110˚F) warehouse conditions.
REGULATORY STATEMENTS
TSCA: Not listed on the
TSCA inventory
OSHA: Not considered Hazardous
EPA:
Exempt From EPA
RCRA: Responsibility of to determine at
time of disposal whether material should be hazardous waste
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THIS SHEET ARE BELIEVED TO BE CORRECT AS OF THE DATE HEREOF,
WINSTON COMPANY, INC. MAKES NO REPRESENTATION AS TO THE
COMPLETENESS OR ACCURACY OF SUCH INFORMATION AND
RECOMMENDATIONS. WINSTON COMPANY, INC SHALL IN NO EVENT BE
RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OF WHATSOEVER NATURE DIRECTLY OR
INDIRECTLY RESULTING FROM THE PUBLICATION OR USE OF OR
RELIANCE UPON SUCH INFORMATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS. YOU ARE
ENCOURAGED TO ADVISE ANYONE WORKING WITH OR EXPOSED TO SUCH
PRODUCTS OF THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN.
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HEREUNDER.
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