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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
JRS PHARMA LP
2981 Route 22, Suite 1, Patterson, NY, USA 12563-2359 Tel: + (845) 878-3414; Fax: + (845) 878-3484 Church House, 48 Church Street, Reigate, Surrey, RH2 OSN, U.K. Tel: +(44) 1737 222323; Fax: +(44) 1737 222545 1. PRODUCT
Pruv® Sodium stearyl fumarate, NF
2. PRODUCT
INFORMATION
3. HAZARDS
IDENTIFICATION
May be harmful if ingested in quantity. May be irritating to the eyes and if inhaled as dust. FIRST AID MEASURES
Eyes:
Irrigate thoroughly with water. If discomfort persists obtain medical attention. Wash off thoroughly with soap and water. Wash out mouth thoroughly with water. In severe cases obtain medical attention. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing Media:
Dry powder or CO2. Use of water not recommended Combustible; dust explosion hazard. Avoid conditions of dust concentrations. Normal precautions against smoke inhalation. CO2, H2O, and typical combustion by-products. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES (SPILLAGE)
Personal Precautions:
Dust mask, goggles, (c)overalls and gloves recommended. Non-hazardous. Spills of this material are not subject to any special reporting requirements under current environmental legislation in either the USA or European Union. Sweep up excess powder and dispose of in accordance with local regulations. Issued March 2003
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STORAGE AND HANDLING (IN NORMAL USE)
Storage:
Store in well-closed containers to avoid contamination by other materials. Use local ventilation. Dusting may occur. Dust mask, gloves, (c)overalls and goggles recommended. Cleaning procedure should minimize any dust creation. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION (NORMAL USE)
Occupational Exposure Limits:
Non-hazardous nuisance dust. OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL) for nuisance dusts: 15 mg/m3 total dust and 5 mg/m3 respirable fraction. Use local ventilation. Dusting may occur. 9. PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL
PROPERTIES
Practically insoluble in cold water; soluble in hot water; slightly soluble in methanol; practically insoluble in ethanol; insoluble in acetone, chloroform. 10. STABILITY
AND REACTIVITY
Stable under normal conditions of storage. High temperature. Melts at 224 - 245°C. Materials normally used for processing equipment in the Process/Handling 11. TOXICOLOGICAL
INFORMATION
None known. No hazard anticipated incidental to industrial exposure. None known. No hazard anticipated incidental to industrial exposure. Mechanical irritant. May cause scratching to eye surfaces. None known. No hazard anticipated incidental to industrial exposure. None known. No hazard anticipated incidental to industrial exposure. None known. No hazard anticipated incidental to industrial exposure. No evidence of carcinogenic, mutagenic, or teratogenic effects. Issued March 2003
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12. ECOLOGICAL
INFORMATION
13. DISPOSAL
CONSIDERATIONS
May be disposed of in accordance with local regulations. TRANSPORT INFORMATION (REGULATIONS)
Packaging (Size & Description): 2-kg and 5-kg fibreboard drums, 20-kg polyethylene lined fibre drum.
Transport Classification:
REGULATORY INFORMATION (Supply & Labelling)
Supply Classification:
This material is generally regarded as safe when handled and used in an appropriate manner. This material is generally regarded as safe when handled and used in an appropriate manner. 16. OTHER
INFORMATION
The above information is believed to be correct but is not purported to be all-inclusive and shall be used as a guide. JRS Pharma LP shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product. Issued March 2003
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