GE Sensing Replacement Oxygen Sensors Data sheet

Material Safety Data Sheet

Section I – Product Identification

Product Name: Electrochemical Oxygen Sensors P-21, P-31 and P-41

Manufacturer: IT Dr. Gambert GmbH,
Address: Hinter dem Chor 21; 23966 Wismar
Phone: [phone]
Technical Support: [e-mail]
Environment, Health
and Safety: [e-mail]
Date Prepared: 28. March 2008

Section II – Hazardous Ingredients/Composition

Material or Component C.A.S. # Quantity OSHA PEL ACGIH

Lead (Pb) 7439-92-1 7-13 gms 0.05 mg/m
Potassium hydroxide 1310-58-3 2 - 3 ml 2mg/m

(KOH) (8 - 34% KOH in

water)

Section III – Health Hazard Data

Routes of Entry: Inhalation: Highly unlikely.

Ingestion: May be fatal if swallowed.
Skin: The electrolyte (potassium hydroxide) is corrosive; skin

contact may cause irritation or severe chemical burns.

Eyes: The electrolyte (potassium hydroxide) is corrosive; eye

contact may cause irritation or severe chemicals burns.

Acute Effects: The electrolyte is harmful if swallowed, inhaled or absorbed through the

skin. It is extremely destructive to tissue of the mucous membranes,
stomach, mouth, upper respiratory tract, eyes and skin.

Chronic Effects: Prolonged exposure with the electrolyte has a destructive effect on

tissue.
Chronic exposure to lead may cause disease of the blood and blood
forming organs, kidneys and liver, damage to the reproductive systems
and decrease in fertility in men and women, and damage to the fetus of
a pregnant woman. Chronic exposure from the lead contained in this
product is extremely unlikely.

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0.15 mg/m

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(ceil) 2mg/m3 (ceil)

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IT Dr. Gambert GmbH, Hinter dem Chor 21, 23966 Wismar, Germany

Tel.: [phone], Fax: [phone], [e-mail], www.it-wismar. de

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Signs and Symptoms of Contact of electrolyte with skin or eyes will cause a burning sensation
Exposure: and/or feel soapy or slippery to touch.

Other symptoms of exposure to lead include loss of sleep, loss of
appetite, metallic taste and fatigue. For additional exposure information
refer to 29 CFR 1910.1025, Appendix A – Substance Data Sheet for
Occupational Exposure to Lead.

Carcinogenicity: Lead is classified by the IARC as a class 2B carcinogen (possibly

carcinogenic to humans).

OSHA: Where airborne lead exposures exceed the OSHA action level, refer to

OSHA Lead Standard 1910.1025.

NTP: n.a.
Medical Conditions Lead exposure may aggravate disease of the blood and blood forming

Generally Aggravated by organs, hypertension, kidneys, nervous and possibly reproductive
Exposure: systems. Those with pre-existing skin disorders or eye problems may

be more susceptible to the effects of the electrolyte.

Section IV – Emergency First Aid Procedures

In case of contact with the skin or eyes, immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and
remove all contaminated clothing. Get medical attention immediately.

If ingested, give large amounts of water and DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Obtain medical attention
immediately.

If inhaled, remove to fresh air and obtain medical attention immediately.

Section V – Fire and Explosion Hazard Data

Flash Point: n.a.; Flammable Limits: n.a.; LEL: n.a.; UEL: n.a.;
Extinguishing Media: Use extinguishing media appropriate to surrounding fire conditions. No

specific agents recommended.

Special Fire Fighting
Equipment: Wear NIOSH/OSHA approved self-contained breathing apparatus and

protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.

Unusual Fire and Explosion
Hazards: n.a.

Section VI – Cleanup Procedures

Wipe down the area several times with a wet paper towel. Use a fresh towel each time. Contaminated
paper towels are considered hazardous waste.

This data sheet is subject to change without prior notice !
MSDS P21_31_41 Rev 01-08 page

IT Dr. Gambert GmbH, Hinter dem Chor 21, 23966 Wismar, Germany

Tel.: [phone], Fax: [phone], [e-mail], www.it-wismar. de

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