Amerex CH550, F15, F18 DATA SHEET

Ingredients

OSHA PEL****

ACGIH TLV

DFG MAK *

Mono-ammonium phosphate

PNOC**
Total dust, 15 mg/m3
Respirable fraction, 5 mg/m3

PNOC
Total dust, 10 mg/m3
Respirable fraction, 3 mg/m3

PNOC
Total dust, 4 mg/m3
Respirable fraction,

1.5 mg/m3

Ammonium sulphate

PNOC
Total dust, 15 mg/m3
Respirable fraction, 5 mg/m

3

PNOC
Total dust, 10 mg/m3
Respirable fraction, 3 mg/m

3

PNOC
Total dust, 4 mg/m3
Respirable fraction,

1.5 mg/m3

Mica

6 mg/m3

3 mg/m3

NR

Fullers Earth

PNOC
Total dust, 15 mg/m3
Respirable fraction, 5 mg/m3

PNOC
Total dust, 10 mg/m3
Respirable fraction, 3 mg/m3

PNOC
Total dust, 4 mg/m3
Respirable fraction,

1.5 mg/m3

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

Section 1. Chemical product and company identification

Product Name: ABC Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishant
Synonym: Multi-purpose Dry Chemical (CH550, F15, F18)
Manufacturer: AMEREX CORPORATION
Internet Address: www.amerex-fire.com
Address: 7595 Gadsden Highway
P.O. Box 81
Trussville, AL 35173-0081
Telephone: [phone]
Emergency Contacts: Chemtrec 1(800) 424-9300 or
(703) 527–3887
Revised: February, 2012

Section 2. Hazard identification and emergency overview
Emergency overview: Light yellow, fine solid powder, odorless.
Adverse health effects and symptoms: Irritating to the respiratory system, eyes and

skin. Symptoms may include coughing, shortness of breath, and irritation of the lungs,
eyes, and skin. Ingestion, although unlikely, may cause cramps, nausea and diarrhea.

Exposure guidelines:

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Silicone oil

NR***

NR

NR

Calcium carbonate

PNOC
Total dust, 15 mg/m3
Respirable fraction, 5 mg/m3

PNOC
Total dust, 10 mg/m3
Respirable fraction, 3 mg/m3

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Amorphous silica

143 mg/m

3

80 mg/m3

or % SiO2

10 mg/m3

4 mg/m3
Yellow 14 pigment

NR

NR

NR

*German regulatory limits **PNOC = Particulates not otherwise classified (ACGIH) also known as Particulates not

Name/Compound

Weight %

CAS #

Mono-ammonium phosphate and
Ammonium sulphate

>94

7722-76-1
7783-20-2

Fullers Earth
magnesium aluminum silicate-

<3

8031-18-3

Mica
potassium aluminum silicate

1-2

12001-26-2

Silicone oil
methyl hydrogen polysiloxane

<1

63148-57-2

Calcium carbonate

<1

1317-65-3

Amorphous silica
precipitated synthetic zeolite

<1

112926-00-8

Yellow 14 pigment – di-azo dye

<1

5468-75-7

otherwise regulated (OSHA) *** NR = Not Regulated. All values are 8 hour time weighted average concentrations.
**** Total dust PEL for Washington state= 10mg/ m3 for PNOC

Hazard symbols: WHMIS (Canadian workplace hazardous materials identification
system

D2B Product may irritate eyes, skin, or mucous membranes

Section 3. Composition/information on ingredients

Eye Exposure: Irrigate eyes with water and repeat until pain free. Seek medical
attention if irritation develops or if vision changes occur.

Section 4. First Aid Measures

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Skin Exposure: In case of contact, wash with plenty of soap and water. Seek medical
attention if irritation develops.

Inhalation: If respiratory irritation or distress occurs remove victim to fresh air. Seek
medical attention if irritation persists.

Ingestion: If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-3 glasses of water to drink and do not
induce vomiting. Seek immediate medical attention. Do not leave victim unattended.
To prevent aspiration of swallowed product, lay victim on side with head lower than
waist. If vomiting occurs and the victim is conscious, give water to further dilute the
chemical.

Medical conditions possibly aggravated by exposure: Inhalation of product may
aggravate existing chronic respiratory problems such as asthma, emphysema, or
bronchitis. Skin contact may aggravate existing skin disease. Chronic overexposure
may cause pneumoconiosis (―dusty lung‖ disease).

Section 5. Fire fighting measures

Extinguishing media: non combustible and non flammable – product is an
extinguishing agent.

Unusual fire/explosion hazards: in a fire this material may decompose, releasing
oxides of sulfur and carbon (see Section 10).

Insensitive to mechanical impact or static discharge.
HMIS Hazard Ranking:

health = 1, flammability = 0, reactivity = 0, personal protective equipment: ½ mask APR
w/HEPA cartridges (see Section 8).

Section 6. Accidental release measures

Clean up released material using vacuum or wet sweep and shovel to minimize
generation of dust. Wear appropriate respiratory protection. Bag and drum for
disposal. If product is used and/or contaminated, use PPE and containment
appropriate to the nature of the mixture. Prevent material from entering waterways.

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Section 7. Handling and storage

Avoid skin, eye, or respiratory exposure. Use appropriate PPE when handling or
maintaining equipment, and wash thoroughly after handling (see Section 8). Keep
product in original container or extinguisher. Contents may be under pressure –
inspect for extinguisher rust periodically to insure container integrity. Do not mix with
other extinguishing agents.

Section 8. Exposure controls/ personal protection

During the application of this product against fires, exhaust gases and the products of
incomplete combustion (PICs) are the principal respiratory hazards. In the
manufacture of extinguishers, automated systems and point source ventilation controls
sufficiently minimize respiratory exposure. Employers and employees must use their
collective judgment in determining occupational settings where the use of a dust mask
or air purifying respirator is prudent. The need for respiratory protection is not likely for
short-term use in well ventilated areas.

Respiratory protection: use N95 dust mask or air-purifying respirator (APR) with high
efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters.

Eye protection: wear chemical goggles.
Skin protection: use nitrile, latex, or similar gloves and coveralls. Good personal

hygiene practices essential, such as avoiding food, tobacco products, or other hand-to­mouth contact when handling. Wash thoroughly after handling.

Section 9. Physical and chemical properties

Appearance: yellow powder, finely divided odorless solid.
Specific gravity: ~ .88 in aerated condition
Solubility: product is coated-not immediately soluble in water
Non –flammable
Flash point: none
Vapor pressure: < 1 mm Hg
pH: approximately 4-5
Boiling point: not applicable
No explosive or oxidizing properties

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Section 10. Stability and reactivity
Stability: stable
Incompatibles: strong alkalis (bases), magnesium, strong oxidizers such as calcium

hypochlorite (pool chlorine) and isocyanuric acids.
Decomposition products: heat of fire may release carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide,

and sulfur dioxide. Oxides of phosphorous and ammonia reported.
Possibility of hazardous reactions: Slight. See incompatibilities above.

Section 11. Toxicological information

Acute toxicity: Mono ammonium phosphate LD50 (rat): > 1000mg/kg body weight
Ammonium sulfate LD50 (rat): 2840 mg/kg body weight

Target organs in man: respiratory system, eyes, skin. This product is
an irritant to epithelial tissue, and may aggravate dermatitis. No
information was found indicating the product causes sensitization.

Chronic toxicity: Pneumoconiosis, or ―dusty lung‖ disease, may result from chronic

exposure to any dust.

Reproductive
toxicity: This product’s ingredients are not known to have reproductive or

teratogenic effects.

Section 12. Ecological information

Ecotoxicity: negative effects unknown. Provides nutrient nitrogen and

phosphorus to plant life.

Persistence/
Degradability: degrades rapidly in humid/wet environment.

Bioaccummulation: extent unknown.
Mobility in soil: slow evaporation rate; water soluble, may leach to groundwater.

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Country(ies)

Agency

Status

United States of America

TSCA

Yes

Canada

DSL

Yes

Europe

EINECS/ELINCS

Yes

Australia

AICS

Yes

Japan

MITI

Yes

South Korea

KECL

Yes

Section 13. Disposal considerations

This product is not a RCRA characteristically hazardous or listed hazardous waste.
Dispose of according to state or local laws, which may be more restrictive than federal
laws or regulations. Used product may be altered or contaminated, creating different
disposal considerations.

Section 14. Transportation information

This product is not a hazardous material under U.S. Department of Transportation
(DOT) 49 CFR 172, and is not regulated by the DOT or Transport Canada
―Transportation of Dangerous Goods‖ regulations.

When shipped in a stored pressure type fire extinguisher, and pressurized with a non­flammable, non-toxic inert expellant gas, the fire extinguisher is considered a
hazardous material by the US Department of Transportation and Transport Canada.
The proper shipping name shall be FIRE EXTINGUISHER and the UN designation is
UN 1044. The DOT hazard class/ division is 2.2. Non-Flammable Gas. Packing Group
–N/A.

Section 15. Regulatory information

International Inventory Status:

All ingredients are on the following inventories

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European Risk and Safety phrases:
EU Classification: Harmful.

R Phrases: 22 Harmful if swallowed.
36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system, and skin.
S Phrases: 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with
plenty of water and seek medical advice.

36 Wear suitable protective clothing.
Components:
Mono ammonium phosphate:
EU Classification: Harmful.
R Phrases: 22 Harmful if swallowed.
36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system, and skin.
S Phrases: 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with
plenty of water and seek medical advice.

36 Wear suitable protective clothing.

Ammonium sulfate:
EU Classification: Irritant
R Phrases: 22 Harmful if swallowed.
36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system, and skin.
S Phrases: 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with
plenty of water and seek medical advice.

36 Wear suitable protective clothing.
U.S. federal regulatory information:
None of the chemicals in this product are under SARA reporting requirements or have

SARA threshold planning quantities (TPQs) or CERCLA reportable quantities (RQs), or
are regulated under TSCA 8(d).

State regulatory information:
Chemicals in this product are covered under specific State regulations, as denoted

below:

Alaska - Designated Toxic and Hazardous Substances: None
California – Permissible Exposure Limits for Chemical Contaminants: None
Florida – Substance List: Mica Dust, Ammonium Sulfate
Illinois – Toxic Substance List: None
Kansas – Section 302/303 List: None

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Massachusetts – Substance List: Mica Dust, Ammonium Sulfate

When shipped in a stored pressure type fire extinguisher, and pressurized with
a non-flammable, non-toxic inert expellant gas, the fire extinguisher is
considered a hazardous material by the US Department of Transportation and
Transport Canada. The proper shipping name shall be FIRE EXTINGUISHER
and the UN designation is UN 1044. The DOT hazard class/ division is 2.2 Non­Flammable Gas. Packing Group—N/A

Minnesota – List of Hazardous Substances: None
Missouri – Employer Information/Toxic Substance List: None
New Jersey – Right to Know Hazardous Substance List: None
North Dakota – List of Hazardous Chemicals, Reportable Quantities: None
Pennsylvania – Hazardous Substance List: None
Rhode Island – Hazardous Substance List: Mica Dust, Ammonium Sulfate
Texas – Hazardous Substance List: No
West Virginia – Hazardous Substance List: None
Wisconsin – Toxic and Hazardous Substances: None

California Proposition 65: No component is listed on the California Proposition 65 list.
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Section 16

Section 17. Other information

This MSDS conforms to requirements under U.S., U.K., Canadian, Australian, and EU
regulations or standards, and conforms to the proposed 2003 ANSI Z400.1 format.

The information herein is given in good faith but no warranty, expressed or implied, is
made. Updated by Lindsay R. Hill, CIH.

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