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Material Safety Data Sheet

Product No. 896 Pelco Bell Jar Kleen™

Issue Date (11-29-07)

Review Date (06-04-08)

Section 1: Product and Company Identification

Product Name: Pelco Bell Jar Kleen™

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

Section 3: Hazard Identification
Emergency overview

Appearance: White powder

Immediate effects: Not toxic according to Federal Hazardous Substance and Labeling Definition Act.

Potential health effects

Primary Routes of entry:
Signs and Symptoms of Overexposure: ND
Eyes: Contains Calcium Carbonate which is a mild eye irritant.

Skin: None known

Ingestion: Not toxic according to Federal Hazardous Substance and Labeling Definition Act.

Inhalation: Repeated or prolonged inhalation of respirable dust in excess of the PEL may cause chronic respiratory disorders.

Chronic Exposure: ND

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: Hold eyelids apart and flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation persists.

Skin Contact: Not a skin irritant.
Inhalation: If exposed to excessive levels of dust, remove to fresh air. Seek medical attention as needed.

Ingestion: Not toxic according to Federal Hazardous Substance and Labeling Definition Act

Note to physician

Treatment: ND

Medical Conditions generally Aggravated by Exposure: None known

Section 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point: None

Flammable Limits: None

Auto-ignition point: None

Fire Extinguishing Media: Water, carbon dioxide, foam or dry powder

Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Ingredients are not flammable, but packaging material will burn.

Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: None known

Hazardous combustion products: Oxides of carbon and sodium

DOT Class: None

Section 6: Accidental Release Measures
Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled:
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 breathing dust. Avoid contact with eyes.

Storage temperature: Store in a cool, dry area.

Storage Pressure: NA

Section 8: Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Engineering Controls

Ventilation required: Local exhaust to take dust away from user. Use if dust exceeds PEL

Personal Protection Equipment

Respiratory protection: Use approved NIOSH/MSHA respirator if dust exceeds PEL

Protective gloves: Not required
Skin protection: Not required
Eye protection: Wear safety glasses
Additional clothing and/or equipment: None required.

Exposure Guidelines

See Composition/Information on Ingredients (Section2)

Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance and Physical State: White powder

Odor (threshold): Nil

Specific Gravity (H2O=1): 0.9

Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): ND

Vapor Density (air=1): ND

Percent Volatile by volume: None

Evaporation Rate (butyl acetate=1): None

Boiling Point: ND

Freezing point / melting point: ND
pH: Approximate 10 for 1% solution of water
Solubility in Water: 10%
Molecular Weight: NA

Section 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability: Stable
Conditions to Avoid: Exposure to acids will generate carbon dioxide.

Materials to Avoid (Incompatibility): Strong mineral acids.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Reacts with acids to produce carbon dioxide or carbon monoxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.

Section 11: Toxicological Information