Class A Firefighting Foam Safety Data Sheet 5.pdf

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This safety data sheet provides hazard and precautionary information for the fire suppressant foam concentrate PHOS-CHEK WD881A. The product contains alpha-olefin sulfonate solution, 2,4-pentanediol, water, D-limonene, and proprietary performance additives. It causes serious eye irritation and may cause an allergic skin reaction. The product is biodegradable and has a fish toxicity LC50 of 17mg/l. Personal protective equipment including gloves, eye protection and respiratory protection is recommended when handling the product.

The related federal contract opportunity is a solicitation from the Department of Agriculture Forest Service for chemical testing services. No further details are provided on the required testing, response date, or contract terms.

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PHOS-CHEK® WD881A

Safety Data Sheet according to the Hazard Communication Standard (CFR29 1910.1200) HazCom 2012.

Date of issue: 03/01/2019 Revision date: 07/12/2019 Version: 1.3

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SECTION 1: Identification

1.1. Identification

Product form : Mixture – Liquid Product name : PHOS-CHEK® WD881A

1.2. Recommended use and restrictions on use

Use of the substance/mixture : Fire suppressant foam concentrate

1.3. Supplier

Manufacturer Perimeter Solutions 10667 Jersey Blvd.

Rancho Cucamonga CA, 91730 T 1-800-682-3626

1.4. Emergency telephone number

Emergency number : CHEMTREC 800-424-9300

CANUTEC 613-996-6666

SECTION 2: Hazard(s) identification

2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture

GHS US classification Eye Irrit. 2A Skin Sens. 1

2.2. GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements

GHS US labeling Hazard pictograms (GHS US) :

Signal word (GHS US) : Warning Hazard statements (GHS US) : H319 - Causes serious eye irritation

H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction Precautionary statements (GHS US) : P261 - Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.

P264 - Wash hands, forearms and face thoroughly after handling.

P272 - Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace P280 - Wear protective gloves//eye protection P302+P352 - If on skin: Wash with plenty of water P363 - Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.

P333+P313 - If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.

P305+P351+P338 - If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing P337+P313 - If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.

P501 - Dispose of contents/container to hazardous or special waste collection point, in accordance with local, regional, national and/or international regulation

2.3. Other hazards which do not result in classification

No additional information available

2.4. Unknown acute toxicity (GHS US)

Not applicable

SECTION 3: Composition/Information on ingredients

3.1. Substances

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3.2. Mixtures

Name Product identifier % Alpha-olefin Sulfonate Solution (non-hazardous) (CAS-No.) Trade Secret 60 - 80 2,4-Pentanediol, 2-methyl-

(CAS-No.) 107-41-5 10 - 30 Water (CAS-No.) 7732-18-5 1 - 5 D-Limonene

(CAS-No.) 5989-27-5 0.1 - 1 Performance Additives (CAS-No.) Trade Secret < 40

*Chemical name, CAS number and/or exact concentration have been withheld as a trade secret Comments : This product contains no PFAS ingredients commonly found in Class B foam concentrates.

SECTION 4: First-aid measures

4.1. Description of first aid measures

First-aid measures after inhalation : If breathing is difficult, remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell.

First-aid measures after skin contact : IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of Water. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.

First-aid measures after eye contact : IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.

First-aid measures after ingestion : Do not induce vomiting without medical advice. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell.

4.2. Most important symptoms and effects (acute and delayed)

Symptoms/effects after inhalation : May cause irritation to the respiratory tract.

Symptoms/effects after skin contact : May cause skin irritation. Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking. May cause an allergic skin reaction.

Symptoms/effects after eye contact : Causes serious eye irritation. Symptoms may include discomfort or pain, excess blinking and tear production, with marked redness and swelling of the conjunctiva.

Symptoms/effects after ingestion : May be harmful if swallowed. May cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.

4.3. Immediate medical attention and special treatment, if necessary Symptoms may be delayed. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible).

SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures

5.1. Suitable (and unsuitable) extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media : Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire.

Unsuitable extinguishing media : None known.

5.2. Specific hazards arising from the chemical

Fire hazard : Products of combustion may include, and are not limited to: oxides of carbon. Ammonia and phosphoric acid may be formed when product is heated above 90 °C (194 °F).

5.3. Special protective equipment and precautions for fire-fighters Protection during firefighting : Keep upwind of fire. Wear full fire fighting turn-out gear (full Bunker gear) and respiratory protection (SCBA).

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures General measures : Use personal protection recommended in Section 8. Isolate the hazard area and deny entry to unnecessary and unprotected personnel.

6.1.1. For non-emergency personnel

No additional information available

6.1.2. For emergency responders

6.2. Environmental precautions

Prevent entry to sewers and public waters.

6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

For containment : Contain spill, then place in a suitable container. Minimize dust generation. Do not flush to sewer or allow to enter waterways. Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

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Methods for cleaning up : Sweep or shovel spills into appropriate container for disposal. Avoid dust formation. Provide ventilation.

6.4. Reference to other sections

For further information refer to section 8: "Exposure controls/personal protection"

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1. Precautions for safe handling

Precautions for safe handling : Avoid breathing dust, mist. Avoid generating dust. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing.

Do not swallow. Handle and open container with care. When using do not eat, drink or smoke.

Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

Hygiene measures : Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Always wash hands after handling the product.

7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Storage conditions : Keep out of the reach of children. Keep container tightly closed. Store in well ventilated area.

Store locked up.

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1. Control parameters

Alpha-olefin Sulfonate Solution (non-hazardous)

2,4-Pentanediol, 2-methyl- (107-41-5) ACGIH ACGIH TWA (ppm) 25 ppm (vapor fraction)

ACGIH ACGIH STEL (mg/m³) 10 mg/m³ (inhalable particulate matter, aerosol only)

ACGIH ACGIH STEL (ppm) 50 ppm (vapor fraction)

NIOSH NIOSH REL (ceiling) (mg/m³) 125 mg/m³

NIOSH NIOSH REL (ceiling) (ppm) 25 ppm

D-Limonene (5989-27-5) AIHA WEEL TWA (ppm) 30 ppm

Performance Additives (Trade Secret)

8.2. Appropriate engineering controls

Appropriate engineering controls : Ensure good ventilation of the work station.

Environmental exposure controls : Avoid release to the environment.

8.3. Individual protection measures/Personal protective equipment

Hand protection:

Wear suitable gloves resistant to chemical penetration

Eye protection:

Wear eye/face protection

Skin and body protection:

Wear suitable protective clothing

Respiratory protection:

In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. Respirator selection must be based on known or anticipated exposure levels, the hazards of the product and the safe working limits of the selected respirator.

Other information:

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety procedures. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Physical state : Liquid

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Appearance : Yellow liquid Color : Yellow

Odor : Orange Citrus

Odor intensity : Strong

Odor threshold : No data available pH : 6.75 – 8.25

Melting point : No data available

Freezing point : No data available

Boiling point : No data available

Flash point : No data available

Relative evaporation rate (butyl acetate=1) : No data available

Flammability (solid, gas) : Not flammable.

Vapor pressure : No data available

Relative vapor density at 20 °C : No data available

Relative density : 1.015 – 1.035 g/ml3

Solubility : No data available

Partition coefficient n-octanol/water : No data available

Auto-ignition temperature : No data available

Decomposition temperature : No data available

Viscosity, kinematic : No data available

Viscosity, dynamic : < 50 cP @ 70 °F

Explosion limits : No data available

Explosive properties : No data available

Oxidizing properties : No data available

9.2. Other information

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1. Reactivity

No dangerous reactions known under normal conditions of use.

10.2. Chemical stability

Stable under normal conditions.

10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions

No dangerous reactions known under normal conditions of use.

10.4. Conditions to avoid

Heat.

10.5. Incompatible materials

None known.

10.6. Hazardous decomposition products

May include, and are not limited to: oxides of carbon. Ammonia and phosphoric acid may be formed when product is heated above 90 °C (194 °F).

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1. Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity (oral) : Not classified Acute toxicity (dermal) : Not classified Acute toxicity (inhalation) : Not classified

LD50 oral rat > 5050 mg/kg LD50 dermal rabbit > 2020 mg/kg

LD50 oral rat 2220 mg/kg

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LD50 dermal rabbit > 740 mg/kg

LD50 oral rat 3700 mg/kg LD50 dermal rabbit 12300 mg/kg LC50 inhalation rat > 310 mg/m³ (Exposure time: 1 h)

LD50 oral rat 4400 mg/kg LD50 dermal rabbit > 5 g/kg

Skin corrosion/irritation : Not classified Serious eye damage/irritation : Causes serious eye irritation.

Respiratory or skin sensitization : May cause an allergic skin reaction.

Germ cell mutagenicity : Not classified Carcinogenicity : Not classified

IARC group 3 - Not classifiable National Toxicology Program (NTP) Status Evidence of Carcinogenicity

Reproductive toxicity : Not classified Specific target organ toxicity – single exposure : Not classified

Specific target organ toxicity – repeated exposure

: Not classified

Aspiration hazard : Not classified Viscosity, kinematic : No data available

Symptoms/effects after inhalation : May cause irritation to the respiratory tract.

Symptoms/effects after skin contact : May cause skin irritation. Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking. May cause an allergic skin reaction.

Symptoms/effects after eye contact : Causes serious eye irritation. Symptoms may include discomfort or pain, excess blinking and tear production, with marked redness and swelling of the conjunctiva.

Symptoms/effects after ingestion : May be harmful if swallowed. May cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.

Other information : Likely routes of exposure: ingestion, inhalation, skin and eye.

SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1. Toxicity

Ecology - general : May cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.

LC50 17 mg/l

12.2. Persistence and degradability

Persistence and degradability Readily biodegradeable

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential

Bioaccumulative potential Not established.

Partition coefficient n-octanol/water < 0.14

12.4. Mobility in soil

12.5. Other adverse effects

Other information : No other effects known.

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SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1. Disposal methods

Product/Packaging disposal recommendations : Dispose in a safe manner in accordance with local/national regulations.

Additional information : Empty containers may contain residues which are hazardous.

SECTION 14: Transport information

Department of Transportation (DOT) In accordance with DOT Not regulated

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1. US Federal regulations

All components of this product are listed, or excluded from listing, on the United States Environmental Protection Agency Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) inventory

15.2. International regulations

15.3. US State regulations

California Proposition 65 - This product does not contain any substances known to the state of California to cause cancer, developmental and/or reproductive harm

SECTION 16: Other information

Date of issue : 03/01/2019 Revision date : 07/12/2019 Other information : None.

Prepared by : Nexreg Compliance Inc.

www.Nexreg.com

NFPA health hazard : 2 - Materials that, under emergency conditions, can cause temporary incapacitation or residual injury.

NFPA fire hazard : 0 - Materials that will not burn under typical fire conditions, including intrinsically noncombustible materials such as concrete, stone, and sand.

NFPA reactivity : 0 - Material that in themselves are normally stable, even under fire conditions.

Hazard Rating Health : 2 Moderate Hazard - Temporary or minor injury may occur

* - Chronic (long-term) health effects may result from repeated overexposure Flammability : 0 Minimal Hazard - Materials that will not burn Physical : 0 Minimal Hazard - Materials that are normally stable, even under fire conditions, and will NOT react with water, polymerize, decompose, condense, or self-react. Non-Explosives.

SDS US (GHS HazCom 2012)_NEXREG_NEW

Disclaimer: We believe the statements, technical information and recommendations contained herein are reliable, but they are given without warranty or guarantee of any kind. The information contained in this document applies to this specific material as supplied. It may not be valid for this material if it is used in combination with any other materials. It is the user’s responsibility to satisfy oneself as to the suitability and completeness of this information for the user’s own particular use.

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SECTION 1: Identification
1.1. Identification
1.2. Recommended use and restrictions on use
1.3. Supplier
1.4. Emergency telephone number
2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS US classification
2.2. GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements
GHS US labeling
2.3. Other hazards which do not result in classification
2.4. Unknown acute toxicity (GHS US)
3.1. Substances
3.2. Mixtures
3.2. Mixtures
SECTION 4: First-aid measures
4.1. Description of first aid measures
4.2. Most important symptoms and effects (acute and delayed)
4.3. Immediate medical attention and special treatment, if necessary
SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures
5.1. Suitable (and unsuitable) extinguishing media
5.2. Specific hazards arising from the chemical
5.3. Special protective equipment and precautions for fire-fighters
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
6.1.1. For non-emergency personnel
6.2. Environmental precautions
6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
6.4. Reference to other sections
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1. Precautions for safe handling
7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.1. Control parameters
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1. Reactivity
10.2. Chemical stability
10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions
10.4. Conditions to avoid
10.5. Incompatible materials
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
11.1. Information on toxicological effects
SECTION 12: Ecological information
12.1. Toxicity
12.2. Persistence and degradability
12.3. Bioaccumulative potential
12.4. Mobility in soil
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
13.1. Disposal methods
SECTION 14: Transport information
SECTION 15: Regulatory information
15.1. US Federal regulations
15.2. International regulations
15.3. US State regulations

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