PolyScience Polycool HC -50 Data sheet

PRODUCT NAME: polycool HC -50 PART NUMBER: 060330 REVISION DATE: 01/31/2011

1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE AND COMPANY

Chemical Name: Dynalene HC® Product Description: Colorless to light yellow liquid, odorless Product Use: Heat Transfer Fluid

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

SUPERSEDES: 08/28/2004

Supplier: Dynalene Heat Transfer Fluids 5250 West Coplay Road Whitehall, PA 18052 Telephone: (610)262-9686

Bottler: Accumetric Inc 411 E Dixie Elizabethtown, KY 42701

Distributor: PolyScience 6600 W Touhy Ave Niles, IL 60714 Telephone: (847)647-0611

FOR EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE INVOLVING CHEMICALS, CALL - CHEMTREC (800) 424-9300

2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW

Color: Colorless to light yellow Physical State: Liquid Odor: Odorless Hazards of Product:  e primary health hazard associated with this product is the potential for irritation of skin, eyes, or other contaminated tissue.  is product is not  ammable or reactive under typical emergency response conditions. Emergency responders must wear proper personal protective equipment for the situation to which they are responding.

SYMPTOMS OF OVEREXPOSURE BY ROUTE OF EXPOSURE:  e most signi cant routes of exposure to this product are by inhalation of mists or vapors generated by the product and contact with the skin and eyes.

INHALATION: Inhalation of the mists or vapors of this product can be irritating to the nose, throat, mucous membranes, and other tissues of the respiratory system. Symptoms of such overexposure can include sneezing and coughing.  ese symptoms are generally allevated when overexposure ends.

CONTACT WITH SKIN OR EYES:  e liquid may cause local redness or irritation of the skin following prolonged exposure. Repeated or prolonged exposure may lead to dermatitis (red, in amed skin). Contact with the eyes will cause irritation and possibly burning, which is generally alleviated when the product is rinsed from the eyes.

SKIN ABSORPTION: Skin absorption is not known to be a potential route of over-exposure for the components of this product.

INGESTION: Ingestion of this product, while not likely to occur in an industrial setting, may cause irritation of the mouth and throat, gastric upset, stomach ache, cramps, nausea, and vomiting.

INJECTION:  ough not an expected route of occupational exposure for this product, injection (via punctures or lacerations in the skin) may cause local reddening, tissue swelling and discomfort.

HEALTH EFFECTS OR RISKS FROM EXPOSURE: AN EXPLANATION IN LAY TERMS. Symptoms associated with overexposure to this product are as follows: acute:  e chief health hazards associated with this product would be the potential for irritation of contaminated skin and eyes. chronic: Prolonged or repeated skin exposures can lead to dermatitis (dry, chapped skin). Refer to Section 11 (Toxicological Information) for additional information. target organs: Skin, eyes, respiratory system.

NFPA Ratings (0-4): Health: 1 Fire: 0 Reactivity: 0

Page 1 MSDS part number: 110-103

3. COMPOSITION/INGREDIENTS INFORMATION

Chemical Name CAS # % w/w EXPOSURE LIMITS IN AIR

ACGIH OSHA

TLV STEL PEL STEL IDLH Other

mg/m

Dissolved Ionic Solid/Water Approx. 50/50 NE NE NE NE NE NE

Other components each present in less than 2 percent concentration in this product.

None of the other components contributes any signi cant, additional hazard to this product. All pertinent hazard information has been provided in this Material Safety Data Sheet, per the requirements of the Federal OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) and State equivalent standards.

mg/m

NE = Not Established C = Ceiling Level See Section 16 for de nitions of terms used.

Note (1): All WHMIS required information is included in appropriate sections based on the ANSI Z400.1-1993 format. Note (2): Information on this product is being claimed as proprietary. All pertinent hazard information has been provided, per the Trade Secret requirements of U.S. Federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration Standards (29 CFR 1910.1200) and Canadian WHMIS (CPR 12 and 19). Information on this mixture will be released when the conditions speci ed in these Standards are met.

4. FIRST-AID MEASURES

EYE CONTACT:

If the product enters the eyes, open victim’s eyes while under gentle running water. Use su cient force to open eyelids. Have victim “roll” eyes. Minimum  ushing is for 15 minutes. Contaminated individual must seek immediate medical attention, especially if symptoms persist.

SKIN CONTACT:

If the product contaminates the skin, begin decontamination with running water. Remove exposed or contaminated clothing, taking care not to contaminate eyes.  e recommended  ushing time is 15 minutes if pain or irritation occurs. Contaminated individual must seek medical attention, especially if irritation or redness develops.

INHALATION:

If vapors or mists of the product are inhaled, remove victim to fresh air. If necessary, use arti cial respiration to support vital functions. Remove or cover gross contamination to avoid exposure to rescuers.

INGESTION:

If the product is swallowed, CALL PHYSICIAN OR POISON CONTROL CENTER FOR MOST CURRENT INFORMATION. If professional advice is not available, do not induce vomiting. Contaminated individuals should drink milk, egg whites, or large quantities of water. Never induce vomiting or give diluents (milk or water) to someone who is unconscious, having convulsions, or who is unable to swallow. Contaminated individual must be taken for medical attention if any adverse reaction occurs. Rescuers should be taken for medical attention, if necessary. Take copy of label and MSDS to physician or health professional with victim.

NOTE TO PHYSICIAN:

None.

5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES

Flash Point: Not applicable Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable. Flammable Limits (in air by volume, %): Lower (LEL): not applicable Upper (UEL): not applicable Fire Extinguishing Materials Water Spray: Yes Carbon Dioxide: Yes Foam: Yes Dry Chemical: Yes Halon: Yes Other: Any “ABC” Class

FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURE:

Incipient  re responders should wear eye protection. Structural  re  ghters must wear Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus and full protective equipment. If possible, prevent run-o water from entering storm drains, bodies of water, or other environmental areas. Decontaminate  re-response equipment with soap and water solution if necessary.

SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIREFIGHTERS:

UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS:

Personal Protective Equipment should be Level D: chemical resistant gloves (rubber gloves, Nitrile)

When involved in a  re, this material may decompose and produce irritating vapors, toxic gases (e.g., oxides of carbon, potassium compounds), soot, and smoke. Explosion Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact: Not sensitive. Explosion Sensitivity to Static Discharge: Not sensitive.

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