First Alert ABC Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishant MSDS

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

IDENTITY- ABC DRY CHEMICAL

SECTION I. Chemical Product and Company Identification

Product Name: ABC Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishant
Synonym: Multi-purpose Dry Chemical
Manufacturer: Buckeye Fire Equipment Company

110 Kings Road

Kings Mountain, NC 28086
Telephone: [phone]
Emergency: CHEMTREC 1.800.424.9300

Revision Date: 07/12/04

SECTION II. Hazard Identification and Emergency Overview

Emergency Overview: Product is a light yellow, fine solid powder that is odorless.

Adverse Health Effects and Symptoms: Product is a moderate irritant to the respiratory system and eyes; a

mild irritant to the skin. Symptoms may include shortness of breath, coughing, and irritation to the eyes,
lungs, and skin. Ingestion may cause gastric irritation, nausea, and diarrhea.

Exposure Guidelines:

Monoamonium phosphate Particulates Not Otherwise Classified

Total Dust- 15 mg/m³
Respirable Fraction- 5 mg/m³

OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV

Particulates Not Otherwise Classified
Total Dust- 10 mg/m³
Respirable Fraction- 3 mg/m³

Barium sulfate

Mica
Silica
Stanous ocetate
Silicone Not Regulated Not Regulated
Pigment Not Regulated Not Regulated

Particulates Not Otherwise Classified
Total Dust- 15 mg/m³
Respirable Fraction- 5 mg/m³
6 mg/m³
6 mg/m³
.1 mg/m³

Particulates Not Otherwise Classified
Total Dust- 10 mg/m³
Respirable Fraction- 3 mg/m³
3 mg/m³
10 mg/m³
.1 mg/m³

Hazard Symbols:

HMIS RATINGS:

Health 1
Flammability 0
Reactivity 0
Personal Protective Equipment: use N-95 dust mask (See Section 8)

WHMIS (Canadian Workplace Hazardous Materials Identification)

D2B- May irritate eyes, mucous membranes, and/or skin

SECTION III. Composition/Information on Ingredients

Weight %* CAS # Monoammonium phosphate Barium Sulfate Mica Silica Stanous ocetate Silicone Pigment

85

10
< 3
< 2

< .3
< .1
< .1

7722-76-1
7727-43-7

12001-26-2

7631-86-9

301-10-0

63148-57-2

6358-31-2

* % is rounded to the nearest appropriate number. Values are not to be considered product specifications

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SECTION IV. First Aid Measures

Eye Exposure- Flush eyes with water until pain-free. If irritation develops or persists, seek medical
attention.

Skin Exposure- Wash with plenty of soap and water. If irritation develops or persists, seek medical
attention.

Inhalation- Move victim to fresh air. If irritation develops or persists, seek medical attention.

Ingestion- If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-3 glasses of water to drink. Do not induce vomiting. If

vomiting occurs and the victim is conscious, give additional water to further dilute the chemical. Prevent
aspiration of swallowed product by laying victim on side with head lower than their waist. Seek medical
attention. Do not leave victim unattended.

Medical Conditions Possibly Aggravated by Exposure- Inhalation of the product may aggravate existing
chronic respiratory conditions such as asthma, emphysema, or bronchitis. Contact with the skin may
aggravate an existing skin disease. Chronic overexposure may cause pneumoconiosis (“Dusty Lung”
disease).

SECTION V. Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing Media: N/A. This product is an extinguishing agent. It is nonflammable and noncombustible.
Special Firefighting Procedures: N/A
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: This product may decompose in fire and release oxides of carbon,

potassium, and nitrogen (Refer to Section X).
Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact or Static Discharge: None

SECTION VI. Accidental Release Measures

In case of accidental release, use the appropriate respiratory protection. Clean up the product using a
vacuum or wet sweep and shovel to minimize the generation of dust. Bag or drum the product for disposal.
If the product is used and/or contaminated, use personal protective equipment and containment means that
are appropriate for the composition of the mixture. Product should be prevented from entering waterways.

SECTION VII. Handling and Storage

Avoid eye, respiratory, and skin exposure. Use the appropriate personal protective equipment when
handling. Wash thoroughly after handling (Refer to Section VIII). Product should be stored in its original
container or extinguisher. When the product is contained under pressure (e.g., an extinguisher), inspect the
container for rust or damage that may compromise the container integrity. Do not store the product in high
humidity and do not mix with other extinguishing agents, particularly potassium bicarbonate based agents.

SECTION VIII. Exposure Controls and Personal Protection

During the use of this product on fires, exhaust gases and products of incomplete combustion are the main
respiratory hazards. In the manufacture of this product, employers and employees must use their collective
judgment in determining the on-the-job settings where the use of a dust mask or respirator is prudent. The
need for respiratory protection is not likely for short-term use in well-ventilated areas.

Respiratory Protection: Use an N-95 dust mask for limited exposures and use air-purifying respirators with
high efficiency particulate air filters (HEPA filters) for prolonged exposures.

Eye Protection: Wear chemical goggles or full-face air-purifying respirator.

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Skin Protection: Use nitrile, latex, or similar gloves and coveralls. Good personal hygiene practices are
essential. After handling the product, avoid food, tobacco products, or other means of transferring the
product from hand to mouth until after thoroughly washing.

SECTION IX. Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance and Odor: Light yellow fine powder that is odorless.
Apparent Density: 0.82
Solubility: The product is coated with water repellant silicone. Not immediately soluble in water.
pH: Approximately 4 -5
Flash Point: N/A
Flammability: N/A
Vapor Pressure: N/A
Boiling Point: N/A
Explosive or Oxidizing Properties: None

SECTION X. Stability and Reactivity

Stability: Stable
Incompatibles: Magnesium, strong oxidizers such as calcium hypochlorite (pool chlorine), strong alkalis,

and isocyanuric acids.
Decomposition Products: This product may decompose in fire and release carbon monoxide, carbon
dioxide, and sulfur dioxide. Oxides of phosphorous and ammonia have been reported.

Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Hazardous Reactions: None

SECTION XI. Toxicological Information

Acute Toxicity: Monoammonium phosphate LD50 (rat): > 1000mg/kg body weight.

Target organs in humans: respiratory system, eyes, and skin. This product is an irritant to
epithelial tissue and may aggravate dermatitis. No indication that the product causes
sensitization.

Chronic Toxicity: Pneumoconiosis, or “Dusty Lung” disease, may result from chronic exposure to any dust.

Reproductive Toxicity: This product is not known to have any reproductive effects.

SECTION XII. Ecological Information

Ecotoxicity: Negative effects are unknown. Provides nutrient nitrogen and phosphorous to plant life.
Degradability: Degrades rapidly in wet or humid environment.
Bioaccumulation: Unknown extent.
Mobility in Soil: Water-soluble. May leech in to groundwater.

SECTION XIII. Considerations for Disposal

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 regulations. Be aware that product used on a
fire may be altered or contaminated and thereby require different disposal considerations.

SECTION XIV. Transportation Information

This product is not defined as a hazardous material under U.S. Department of Transportation 49 CFR 172,
or by Transport Canada “Transportation of Dangerous Goods” regulations.

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SECTION XV. Regulatory Information

International Inventory Status: All ingredients are on the following inventories

Country Agency

U.S.A. TSCA
Canada DSL
Europe EINECS/ELINCS

Australia AICS

Japan MITI

South Korea KECL

European Risk and Safety Phrases:

EU Classification- Harmful

R Phrases- 22 Harmful if swallowed

36/37/38Irritating 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 or CERCLA Reportable Quantities, or are regulated under TSCA
8(d).

State Regulatory Information:

Chemicals in this product are covered under the specific State regulations noted:

Alaska Designated Toxic and Hazardous Substances- None
California Permissible Exposure Limits for Chemical Contaminants- None
Florida Substance list- Mica dust
Illinois Toxic Substance List- None
Kansas Section 302/303 List- None
Massachusetts Substance list- Mica dust
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
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

SECTION XVI. Other Information

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

The information contained herein is given in good faith as typical values and not as product specifications.
No warranty, either expressed or implied, is hereby made.

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