SAFETY DATA SHEET MONOCHLOROACETIC ACID 80% - 90% AQ Solution Revision Date: September 2019 Previous date: May 2014 Print Date: September 2019 1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/MIXTURE AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING 1.1 Product information Commercial Product Name Monochloroacetic Acid Chemical Formula CICH2CO2H Molecular wt. 94.50 80-90% Solution 1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against Use of the Substance/Mixture Recommended restrictions on use Reserved for industrial and professional use. 1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet Niacet Corporation 400 47th Street Niagara Falls, NY 14304 U.S.A. Telephone +1 716-285-1474 Telefax +1 716-285-1497 [email protected] 1.4 Emergency telephone number For Niacet Corporation, Niagara Falls, U.S.A. products: Chemtrec: +1 (800) 424 9300, +1 (703) 527-3887 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION 2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture Classification according to OSHA Hazards Target Organ Effect (Central Nervous System, Heart, Skeletal Muscle, Kidney), Toxic by ingestion, Toxic by skin absorption, Corrosive Rapidly absorbed through skin Classification according to GHS Classification Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 3) Acute toxicity, Inhalation (Category 3) Skin corrosion (Category 1B) Serious eye damage (Category 1) 1/12 SAFETY DATA SHEET MONOCHLOROACETIC ACID 80% - 90% AQ Solution Revision Date: September 2019 Previous date: May 2014 Print Date: September 2019 Acute aquatic toxicity (Category 1) 2.2 Label elements Labeling according to GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements Pictogram Signal word Danger Hazard statement(s) H301 + H311 Toxic if swallowed or in contact with skin H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. H400 Very toxic to aquatic life P273 Avoid release to the environment P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection. P305 + P351 + P338 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/ physician. 2.3 Other hazards HMIS Classification Chronic Health hazard: * Flammability: 1 Physical hazards:0 NFPA Rating Health hazard: 3 Fire: 1 Reactivity Hazard: 0 Potential Health Effects Inhalation Toxic if inhaled. Material is extremely destructive to the tissue of the mucous membranes and 2/12 SAFETY DATA SHEET MONOCHLOROACETIC ACID 80% - 90% AQ Solution Revision Date: September 2019 Previous date: May 2014 Print Date: September 2019 upper respiratory tract. Skin Harmful if absorbed through skin. Causes skin burns. Eyes Causes eye burns. Ingestion Toxic if swallowed. 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS 3.1 Substances Chemical nature: Monochloroacetic Acid Formula: CICH2CO2H Synonyms: MCA, MCAA, chloroacetic acid Molecular Weight: 94.50 g/mol Component Classification Concentration 80-90% Monochloroacetic Acid CAS-No. 79-11-8 4. FIRST AID MEASURES 4.1 Description of first aid measures General Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance. Move out of dangerous area. If Inhaled If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician. Skin Contact Take off contaminated clothing and shoes immediately. Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Take victim immediately to a hospital. Consult a physician. Eye Contact Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician. Continue rinsing eyes during transport to a hospital. If Swallowed Do NOT induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician. 4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed Symptoms : No information available. 4.3 Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed, if necessary Treatment : No information available. 3/12 SAFETY DATA SHEET MONOCHLOROACETIC ACID 80% - 90% AQ Solution Revision Date: September 2019 Previous date: May 2014 Print Date: September 2019 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES – NOT FLAMMABLE OR COMBUSTABLE 5.1 Extinguishing media Extinguishing media: Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide 5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions. – Carbon oxides, Hydrogen chloride gas 5.3 Special protective actions for fire-fighters Wear self contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary. 5.4 Further Information Not Flammable or Combustible 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES 6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures Wear respiratory protection. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Avoid breathing dust. 6.2 Environmental precautions Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains. Discharge into the environment must be avoided. 6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up Pick up and arrange disposal. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal. 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE 7.1 Precautions for safe handling Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed. 7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. 7.3 Specific end uses 4/12 SAFETY DATA SHEET MONOCHLOROACETIC ACID 80% - 90% AQ Solution Revision Date: September 2019 Previous date: May 2014 Print Date: September 2019 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION 8.1 Exposure Limit Values Components CAS-No. Value Control parameters Basis Chloroacetic acid 79-11-8 TWA 0.5 ppm USA. ACGIH Threshold Limit Values (TLV) Remarks Skin contact does contribute to exposure. Not classifiable as a human carcinogen TWA 0.5 ppm USA. ACGIH Threshold Limit Values (TLV) Upper respiratory tract irritation. Not classifiable as a human carcinogen Danger of cutaneous absorption TWA 0.5 ppm USA. Workplace Environmental Exposure Levels (WEEL) Skin 8.2.1 Appropriate engineering controls Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location. 8.2.2 Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment Hand protection Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands. Full contact Material: Nitrile rubber Splash Protection Material: Nitrile rubber If used in solution, or mixed with other substances, and under conditions which differ from the supplier, contact the supplier of the approved gloves. This recommendation is advisory only and must be evaluated by an industrial hygienist and safety officer familiar with the specific situation of anticipated use by our customers. It should not be construed as offering an approval for any specific use scenario. Eye protection Face Shield and safety glasses. Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Skin and body protection Complete suit protecting against chemicals, The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace. Respiratory protection Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a full- face respirator with multi-purpose combination (US) or type (EN 14387) respirator cartridges as a backup to engineering controls. If the respirator is the sole means of protection, use a full-face supplied air respirator. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU). Hygiene Measures Avoid Contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling the product 5/12 SAFETY DATA SHEET MONOCHLOROACETIC ACID 80% - 90% AQ Solution Revision Date: September 2019 Previous date: May 2014 Print Date: September 2019 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES 9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties General Information (appearance, odor) Physical state Liquid Colorless Color Odor pungent Important health safety and environmental information Flash point None – closed cup Melting point / freezing poing 16-42ºC – lit. pH <1.0 at 800 g/l at 20ºC Boiling point 116-145º C – lit. Ignition temperature no data available Auto-ignition temperature no data available Lower explosion limit no data available Upper explosion limit no data available Vapor pressure (17.5 mmHg) at 20ºC Specific Gravity 1.25-1.35 Water solubility Soluble Partition coefficient: noctanol/water No data available Viscosity No data available Relative Vapor Density No data available Odor Threshold No data available Evaporation rate No data available 6/12 SAFETY DATA SHEET MONOCHLOROACETIC ACID 80% - 90% AQ Solution Revision Date: September 2019 Previous date: May 2014 Print Date: September 2019 9.2 Other data Surface tension no data available 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY 10.1 Reactivity No dangerous reaction known under conditions of normal use. 10.2 Chemical stability Stable