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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS (MSDS)
WHAT INFORMATION IS ON A KITTER MSDS
SECTION 1: IDENTIFICATION
The name of the product and its synonyms. This section also contains the
manufacturer’s name and address and a phone number to call for information in
case of an emergency. The date the MSDS was prepared is also in this section.
This is the date you compare to ensure you have the latest MSDS on file.
SECTION 2: COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON
INGREDIENTS
In this section you will find the chemical makeup of the product listed. This
sections also lists the components that OSHA has determined to be Hazardous
Components.
SECTION 3: HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
This section is the most important for a typical chemical worker. This section
lists possible health hazards such as eye or skin irritation or if the product
is harmful if swallowed. This section will also give you the warning signs of
exposure, such as dizziness, nausea, headache or rashes.
SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES
In this section you will find first aid procedures in the event you come in
contact with the chemical. Eye Contact, Skin Contact, Ingestion & Inhalation are
the most common exposure risks that are associated with chemicals. Follow the
instructions in this section as the first measures to prevent serious injury.
SECTION 5: FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Here you’ll find the flash point, which is the minimum temperature at which the
vapors from a liquid may ignite, the flammability limits, and which type of fire
extinguisher to use. Flammability limits indicate the concentration of the
substance, in the form of a gas or vapor, that's needed for it to ignite.
Ignition is less likely below the lower limit or above the upper limit.
SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
This section gives you procedures to follow in case of a spill. Cleaning up a
spill can be critical to the safety of fellow workers as well as yourself.
SECTION 7: HANDLING & STORAGE
This section advises you on the proper procedures that are required to handle
and properly store the chemical. You will find Storage Temperatures, Storage
Pressures and General information here.
SECTION 8: CONTROL MEASURES
This section notifies the user of what type of special equipment may be needed
to safely handle and use the product.
Protective equipment, Ventilation, Respiratory Protection and Hand or Eye
protection equipment will be listed here.
SECTION 9: PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL
CHARACTERISTICS
This section will tell you the boiling and melting point, vapor pressure, vapor
density and evaporation rate, solubility in water and specific gravity and
normal appearance and odor.
SECTION 10: STABILITY & REACTIVE DATA
In this section you will find information on what could happen if this chemical
were mixed with other chemicals, water or air. It will tell you if the substance
is stable, what it should be kept away from and what situations to avoid.
AS A GENERAL RULE, YOU NEVER MIX ANY CHEMICAL WITH ANYTHING BUT WATER!!
SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
This section you will find information concerning toxicity test performed on the
product. You will also find if any component of the product is known to be a
carcinogen or suspected carcinogen by the National Toxicological Program, IARC
monograms or OSHA.
SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Here you will find the effects, if any, the product will have on the environment
such as Aquatic Effects or Soil Effects.
SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
This section will give you information on the disposal methods required for this
product. You will find out if you can dispose of in a normal manner or if a
special condition exists that requires a special disposal method. .
SECTION 14: TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
If it becomes necessary to transport the product from one location to another by
a vehicle, you will find the information of proper procedures in this section.
This section will give you the Proper Shipping Name, Hazard Class, Packing
Group, UN Number & Limitations if any.
SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION
This section of the MSDS will give you information on what US Federal
Regulations that the product complies with under OSHA's Hazard Communication
Rule.
SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION
In this final section of the MSDS, you will find information that is not covered
in any of the previous sections. This section may have information on the
revision date and author of the MSDS as well as a disclaimer of liability.
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