15717 Cold Water Fish Gelatin, 45% MSDS

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Product No. 15717 Cold Water Fish Gelatin, 45%

Issue Date (10-28-09)

Review Date (04-05-11)

Section 1: Product and Company Identification

Product Name: Cold Water Fish Gelatin, 45%

Synonym: None

Company Name

Ted Pella, Inc. and PELCO International, P.O. Box 492477, Redding, CA 96049-2477
Domestic Phone (800) 237-3526 (Mon-Thu. 6:00AM to 4:30PM PST; Fri 6:00AM to 4:00PM PST)

International Phone (01) (530) 243-2200 (Mon-Thu. 6:00AM to 4:30PM PST; Fri 6:00AM to 4:00PM PST)

Chemtrec Emergency Number 1-800-424-9300 24 hrs a day.

Section 2: Composition / Information on Ingredients

Principle Component(s)
(chemical and common name(s)) (Cas. No)

OSHA
PEL

mg/m3

ACGIH
TLV mg/m3

NTP

IARC

OSHA
regulated

Gelatin* (9000-70-8)

Water (7732-18-5)

*Gelatin from fish skin, sterilized.

Section 3: Hazard Identification
Emergency overview

Appearance: Liquid

Immediate effects: May cause irritation.

Potential health effects

Primary Routes of entry: Inhalation, ingestion, eyes and skin.
Signs and Symptoms of Overexposure: To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.
Eyes: May cause eye irritation

Skin: May cause skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin. May cause skin irritation.

Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed.

Inhalation: May be harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation..

Chronic Exposure: To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.

Chemical Listed As Carcinogen Or Potential Carcinogen: None

See Toxicological Information (Section11)

Potential environmental effects

See Ecological Information (Section 12)

Section 4: First Aid Measures
If accidental overexposure is suspected

Eye(s) Contact: Flush eyes with water as a precaution

Skin Contact: Wash off with soap and plenty of water

Inhalation: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If breathing becomes difficult, call a physician.

Ingestion: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water.

Note to physician

Treatment: ND

Medical Conditions generally Aggravated by Exposure: ND

Section 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point: ND
Flammable Limits: ND

Auto-ignition point: ND
Fire Extinguishing Media: Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or appropriate foam are suitable media.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.

Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: ND

Hazardous combustion products: Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.

DOT Class: Not regulated

Section 6: Accidental Release Measures
Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled: Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas. Absorb with sand or vermiculite and place in closed containers for disposal. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.

Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose of waste according to Federal, State and Local Regulations.

Section 7: Handling and Storage
Precautions to be Taken in Handling and Storage: Avoid inhalation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure. Keep product tightly closed.

Storage temperature: 2 – 8 °C

Storage Pressure: ND

Section 8: Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Engineering Controls

Ventilation required: Use mechanical exhaust as necessary.

Personal Protection Equipment

Respiratory protection: Respiratory protection is not required. Where protection is desired, use multi-purpose combination (US) or type ABEK (EN 14387) respirator cartridges.

Protective gloves: Protective gloves.

Skin protection: Protective clothing.
Eye protection: Chemical safety glasses.

Additional clothing and/or equipment: Safety shower and eye bath.

Exposure Guidelines

See Composition/Information on Ingredients (Section2)

Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance and Physical State: Liquid

Odor (threshold): ND

Specific Gravity (H2O=1): ND

Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): ND

Vapor Density (air=1): ND

Percent Volatile by volume: ND

Evaporation Rate (butyl acetate=1): ND

Boiling Point: ND

Freezing point / melting point:
pH: ND
Solubility in Water: Soluble
Molecular Weight: ND

Section 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability: Stable. Stabilizer: Contains 0.2% methyl p-hydroxybenzoate and 0.15% propyl p-hydroxybenzoate as preservatives (common in cosmetic and foods).
Conditions to Avoid: ND

Materials to Avoid (Incompatibility): Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide.

Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur

Section 11: Toxicological Information

Results of component toxicity test performed: ND

Human experience: To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.

This product does not contain any compounds listed by NTP or IARC or regulated by OSHA as a carcinogen.

Section 12: Ecological Information

Ecological Information: ND

Chemical Fate Information: ND

Section 13 Disposal Considerations

RCRA 40 CFR 261 Classification: None

Federal, State and local laws governing disposal of materials can differ. Ensure proper disposal compliance with proper authorities before disposal.

Section 14: Transportation Information

US DOT Information: Proper shipping name: Not regulated

IATA: Proper shipping name: Not regulated

Domestic shipments only:

IMO: Proper shipping name: Not regulated

Marine Pollutant: None

Canadian TDG: Not regulated

Section 15: Regulatory Information

United States Federal Regulations

MSDS complies with OSHA’s Hazard Communication Rule 29, CFR 1910.1200.

OSHA Hazards: No known OSHA hazards

SARA: Section 311/312: No SARA hazards.

SARA Title III: The material does not contain any chemical components with known CAS numbers that exceed the threshold (De Minimis) reporting levels established by SARA Title III Section 313

RCRA: None

TSCA: ND

CERCLA: None

State Regulations

California Proposition 65: None

International Regulations

Canada WHMIS: DSL Status: All components of this product are on the Canadian DSL list.

Europe EINECS Numbers: 232-554-6, 7732-18-5.

Section 16: Other Information

Label Information: ND

European Risk and Safety Phrases: ND

European symbols needed: ND

Canadian WHMIS Symbols: ND

Hazard Rating: Health: 0; Fire: 0; Reactivity: 0
(0=least, 1=Slight, 2=Moderate, 3=High, 4=Extreme)

Abbreviations used in this document

NE= Not established

NA= Not applicable

NIF= No Information Found

ND= No Data

Disclaimer
Ted Pella, Inc. makes no warranty of any kind regarding the information furnished herein. Users should independently determine the suitability and completeness of information from all sources. While this data is presented in good faith and believed to be accurate, it should be considered only as a supplement to other information gathered by the user. It is the User's responsibility to assure the proper use and disposal of these materials as well as the safety and health of all personnel who may work with or otherwise come in contact with these materials.

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