IMPEL Material Data Safety Sheet



SECTION I - Product Identification SECTION II - Compositional Information SECTION III - Physical Data SECTION IV - Health Hazard Information SECTION V - Emergency and First-Aid Procedures		SECTION VI - Reactivity Data SECTION VII - Fire and Explosion Hazard Data SECTION VIII - Spill or Leak Procedures SECTION IX - Special Protection Information SECTION X - Special Precautions

SECTION I - Product Identification
Manufacturer:	Chemical Specialities, Inc. One Woodlawn Green, Suite 250, Charlotte, NC 28217 (704) 522-0825 [EMERGENCY (704) 455-5181]
Product Trade Name:	IMPEL Rods EPA Registration No. 10356-16
Hazard Rating:	NFPA Health 0 Flammability 0 Reactivity 0
SECTION II - Compositional Information
Chemical: Disodium Octaborate, Anhydrous - 100% Formula: Na2B8O13 CAS No.: 12008-41-2 Not listed as a Carcinogen
SECTION III - Physical Data
Appearance: Hard, Glass-like Rod Specific Gravity: 2.22 g/cc Melting Point: >1000Æ C Vapor Pressure: N/A Odor: None % Solubility in Water: 100% % Volatile: N/A
SECTION IV - Health Hazard Information
EYE CONTACT: May be slightly irritating, reversible. Skin Absorption: Normally a non-irritant. Skin Contact: Not an irritant. Ingestion: Nausea, vomiting. Inhalation: May be irritating to nose and throat. Comments: None of the constituents of this material have been identified as carcinogens or probable carcinogens by IARC or OSHA. Acute Overexposure: Nausea, vomiting. Chronic Overexposure: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, skin rash.
SECTION V - Emergency and First Aid Procedure
Eye Contact: Flush eyes with clean, warm water for 15 minutes. If irritation persists, seek medical attention. Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Cleanse affected area thoroughly by washing with mild soap and water. If irritation or redness develops and persists, seek medical attention. Inhalation: If irritation of the nose or throat develops, move away from the source of exposure and into fresh air. If irritation persists, seek medical attention. Note to Physician: Treat for borate toxicity, monitor electrolytes, saline cathartic.
SECTION VI - Reactivity Data
Stability: Stable Conditions to Avoid: None Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): None Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur. Hazardous Decomposition Products: None
SECTION VII - Fire and Explosion Hazard Data
Flash Point: N/A Flammable Limits: N/A Extinguishing Media: Non-flammable Fire and Explosion Hazards: None Fire Fighting Procedures: Procedures dependant on other materials involved in fire.
SECTION VIII - Spill or Leak Procedures
Precautions in Case of Release or Spill: Sweep or vacuum. Flush area with water. Neutralizing Chemicals: None Waste Disposal Method: Not listed as a hazardous waste by EPA. Contact your State Pesticide, Environmental Control Agency or local authorities for proper disposal guidelines.
SECTION IX - Special Protection Information
Respiratory Protection: N/A Ventilation Requirements: None Protective Gloves: Leather or cloth Eye Protection: Goggles or face shield Other Protective Equipment: No additional specialized clothing or equipment required.
SECTION X - Special Precautions
No PEL listed. No ACGIH threshold limit value. Handling and Storage Precautions: Store indoors in a dry area. Keep containers tightly closed. Other Precautions: Keep away from children and pets. "The information and recommendations contained herein are based upon data believed to be correct. However, no guarantee or warranty of any kind expressed or implied is made with respect to the information contained herein. This information and product are furnished on the condition that the persons receiving them shall make their own determination as to the suitability of the product for their particular purpose and on the condition that they assume the risk of their use thereof."
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