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Vista Chemical Company 900 Threadneedle Houston, Texos 77079-2990 (71 3) 588-3000 P.O. Box 1 9029 Houston, Texas 77224-9029 Fax (7131 588-3236 April 30> 1991 TS6t J6t: FfSff AC: XF: f\U.\e_ RF"'" . VISTA Mr. Robert Palmer Product Stewardship Coordinator HS&E Department UOP 25 East Algonquin Road Des Plaines, Illinois 60017-5017 Dear Robert: The attached MSDS was recently received by Vista. It indicates Aluminum Oxide is subject to SARA 313 reporting requirements. It is our understanding that this product was delisted in 1990 and 313 reporting is no longer required. Please let us know if this is incorrect. consider modifying your MSDS. If it is, you should Sincerely, Thomas G. Grumbles, C.I.H. Manager Environmental Affairs dlj Attachment vvy 00000630* uop Material Safety Data Sheet UOP 25 East Algonquin Road Des Plaines, Illinois 60Q17-5Q17 Telephone: 706-391-2000 FAX: 708-391-2953 Telex; 211-442 PRODUCT NAME UOP TYPE ADS-14. ADS-14(L) MOLE^ SORBENT Emergency Assistance 24 Hour Emergency Telephone Numbers: USA: UOP 708/391-2123 Chemtrec 600/ 424-9300 Canada: Canatee 613/996-6666 Outside USA: Chemtrec 202/463-7616 Page 1 of 4 INGREDIENTS MATERIAL Calcium oxide Sodium oxide Aluminum oxide* Silicon oxide (CAS NO.) (1305-78-8) (1313-59-3) (1344-28-1) (7631-86-9) WT(%) <20 <15 <40 <50 1988-89 ACGIH TLV-TWA (OSHA PEL) 3 2 mg/m (5 mg/m3) None established 10 mg/m3 As A1 (10 mg/m3 Total dust) 3 (5 mg/m Respirable dust) 3 10 mg/m Total dust 3 5 mg/m Respirable dust 3 (6 mg/m ) Governmental Inventory Status: All components registered in accordance with TSCA. *This chemical is subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of the Emergency Planning and Community-Right-To-Know Act of 1986 and of 40 CFR 372. This information must be included in all MSDSs that are copied and distributed for this material. Under the TSCA rules for mixtures and naturally occurring substances the EPA considers this product to be a statuatory mix, therefore, only its component oxides or metals shown in the above section are in the inventory. TRANSPORTATION CLASSIFICATION DOT Hazard Class: Not regulated 1M0 Hazard Class: Not regulated PHYSICAL DATA Apparent Bulk Density, lbs./cu. ft.: 46 Solubility in Water: Nil Appearance: Tan granular Odor: None VVV 000006305 UOP 17-5000 ADS-14 Page 2 of 4 Flash Point, F (C) : Method: Extinguishing Media: Fire and Explosion Hazards: FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA Not combustible Not applicable Water fog, foam, None CO^, dry chemical REACTIVITY DATA Stability: Conditions to Avoid: Hazardous Decomposition Products: Hazardous Polymerization: Incompatible Materials: Stable Sudden contact with chemicals having high heats of absorption. None Will not occur Highly concentrated chemicals having high heats of absorption (e.g., olefins, HCl) SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURE NOTE: Sorbent is insoluble and will sink in water. e Spills: Immediately isolate the affected areas and keep out all unauthorized people. Confine entry to the contaminated area to those who are wearing proper personal protective equipment. Special attention should be given to respiratory and eye protection, because recovery of material can be expected to generate dust. Vacuum or shovel spilled product up, placing it into appropriate recovery drums or containers. Reposition, plug or place into oversize recovery drums any leaking drums, to prevent further losses. Small Spills: Wear proper protective equipment, especially respiratory and eye protection. Sweep, shovel or vacuum up the spilled sorbent and place into appropriate contalner(s). WASTE DISPOSAL Dispose of fresh or spent product in accordance with federal, state and local waste management regulations. HEALTH HAZARD DATA Primary Routes Of Exposure: Contact with skin. Product ingestion is unlikely but may occur if proper safety/hygiene procedures are not followed. Exposure may also occur via eye contact, inhalation or ingestion if product dust is generated during handling and/or processing. In order to minimize exposure to product, proper protective equipment should be used and proper safety/hygiene procedures should be followed. VVV 000006306 ADS-14 Page 3 of 4 Acute Oral LD^: 27.5 g/kg (rat). Acute Inhalation LC^q: No test data for product. Actual work experience indicates that extensive or repeated exposure to sorbent dust may cause irritation of the upper respiratory tract. Acute Dermal LD^; No data for product. Primary Eye Irritation: No data for product. Primary Dermal Irritation: No data for product. Toxicology Summary: Sorbent is considered non- toxic via oral and dermal routes and is not a primary skin or eye irritant. Repeated or prolonged inhalation may cause irritation of the upper respiratory tract. FIRST AID Skin: Wash affected parts thoroughly with a mild skin detergent. Rinse thoroughly, repeat the process. If irritation develops, obtain professional medical attention. Eyes: Flush with water for at least 15 minutes; if irritation develops, seek medical attention. Inhalation: Remove affected person to fresh air. If unconscious, give artificial respiration and obtain professional medical attention. Ingestion: Obtain professional medical attention. Note To Physician: This product is a dessicant and generates heat as it absorbs water. The used product can contain material of a hazardous nature. Identify that material and treat accordingly. PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT Respiratory: Where natural ventilation is inadequate, use NIOSH-approved toxic dust respirator. Skin: Gloves, footwear, coveralls and/or apron as necessary to prevent repeated or prolonged skin contact. Eye: Chemical goggles, face shield, as necessary to prevent eye conCact. SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS - ''' Store in tightly closed, properly labeled containers. Keep away from ^sily-oxidized materials. VVV 000006307 NOTE: ADS -14 Page 4 of 4 If further details are required, please address inquiries to: Product Stewardship Coordinator Environmental Sciences Group UQF, 25 East Algonquin Road, Des Plaines, IL 60017-5017 (708) 391-3189 24 Hour EMERGENCY Telephone Number: (708) 391-2123 The data and recommendations presented in this data sheet concerning the use of our product and the materials contained therein are believed to be accurate and are based on information which is considered reliable as of the date hereof. However, the customer should determine the suitability of such materials for his purpose before adopting them on a commercial scale. Since the use of our products by others is beyond our control, no guarantee, express or implied, is made and no responsibility assumed for the use of this material or the results to be obtained therefrom. Information on this form is furnished for the purpose of compliance with Government Health and Safety Regulations and shall not be used for any other purposes. Moreover, the recommendations contained in this data sheet are not to be construed as a license to operate under, or a recommendation to infringe, any existing patents, nor should they be confused with state, municipal or insurance requirements, or with national safety codes. UOP Date: September 1989 Revision: 2 Supercedes: January 1989 VVV 000006308