MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Filter Aid - Pool Water Products

MATERIAL SAFETY
DATA SHEET
Filter Aid
Identity (Trade name as used on label)
Manufacturer MSDS #
Jack's Magic Products, Inc.
N/A
Address CAS #
6950 112 th Circle N/A
Date Prepared
Largo, FL 33773 6/1/99
Phone # (for information)
Prepared By
1-800-348-1656 N/A
Emergency Phone #
1-800-424-9300 (international 703-527-3887)
SECTION 1 – MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION AND INFORMATION
COMPONENTS – Chemical Name & Common Name
(Hazardous Components 1% or greater, carcinogens 0.1% or greater)
% OSHA
PEL
ACHH
TLV
OTHER LIMITS
RECOMMENDED
Contains: Powdered Cellulose 100 N/A N/A N/A
Non-Hazardous Ingredients
TOTAL 100
SECTION 2 – PHYSICAL / CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Boiling Point Specific Gravity (H 2 =1)
N/A
Vapor Pressure (mm/Hg and Temperature)
N/A
Vapor Density (Air = 1)
N/A
Solubility in Water
Insoluble in water
Appearance and Color
White powder. Odorless
N/A
Melting Point
N/A
Evaporation Rate
N/A
Water Reactive
N/A
SECTION 3 – FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
Flash Point & Method Used Auto Ignition Temperature Flamability Limits in Air % by Volume LEL UEL
N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Extinguisher Media
Waterfog CO2, Foam, Dry Chemical
Special Fire Fighting Procedures
In the event of a fire, wear full protective clothing and NIOSH-approved self-contained breathing
apparatus.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards
None

SECTION 4 – REACTIVITY HAZARD DATA
Stability
Stable
Unstable
Conditions to Avoid
None
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid)
None
Hazardous Decomposition Products
None known.
Hazardous Polymerization
Will Not Occur
May Occur
Conditions to Avoid
None
SECTION 5 – HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Primary Routes of Entry
Carcinogen Listed In
Inhalation Ingestion NTP OSHA
Skin Absorption Not Hazardous IARC Monograph Not Listed
Health Hazards
Acute: Exposure to high concentrations of dust may result in upper respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic: An allergic reaction may occur in some persons due to inhalation of this product.
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure
Refer to health hazards listed above.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
None known.
Emergency First Aid Procedures
See below.
Eye Contact
Flush with water.
Skin Contact
Flush with water.
Inhalation
If breathing difficulty occurs, remove to fresh air and call a physician.
Ingestion
N/A
SECTION 6 – CONTROL AND PROTECTIVE MEASURES
Respiratory Protection (Specific Type)
If dust levels exceed 15 mg/m(3), a NIOSH approved dust mask is recommended.
Protective Gloves
Eye Protection
N/A
Safety goggles should be used in dusty environment.
Ventilation To Be Used
Local Exhaust Mechanical (general) Special Other (specify):
Other Protective Clothing and Equipment
None normally required.
Hygienic Work Practices
General hygienic work practices should be followed.
SECTION 7 – PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE
Steps to be taken of material is spilled or released
May be cleaned up with broom and shovel.
Water Disposal Methods
Dispose of in accordance with all applicable local, state and federal regulations.
Precautions to be taken in handling and storage
None normally required
Other Precautions and/or Special Hazards
Avoid open flames and spark sources.