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Product Name |
Sodium Polyacrylate |
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Product Type |
RXSOL-81-8132-025 |
Company Details:
RX MARINE INTERNATIONAL
105, A wing , BSEL , TECH PARK.
VASHI ,NEW BOMBAY 400703 INDIA
Stock Point : Mumbai, Barka - Oman, Fujairah, Chennai, Visakhapatnam, Kolkata, Gandhidham
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Phone |
+91 22 27815541 / 42 / 43 |
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Fax |
+91 22 2781 1318 :::AOH :0091 9821214367 |
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Email |
mail@rxmarine.com |

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Name |
CAS# |
% by Weight |
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Sodium Polyacrylate |
9003-04-7 |
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EMERGENCY OVERVIEW |
Sodium polyacrylate is a white, granular, odorless polymer that yields a gel-like material with the addition of water. It is insoluble in water and causes extremely slippery conditions when wet. Although not regulated as a hazardous material, the respirable dust is potential respiratory tract irritant. The manufacturer recommends an eight-hour exposure limit of 0.05 mg/m³.
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INHALATION |
Exposure to respirable dust may cause respiratory tract and lung irritation and may aggravate existing respiratory conditions. |
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INGESTION |
Although not a likely route of entry, tests have shown that polyacrylate absorbents are non-toxic if ingested. However, as in any instance of non-food consumption, seek medical attention in the event of any adverse symptoms. |
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SKIN |
Exposure to the dust, such as in manufacturing, may aggravate existing skin conditions due to drying effect. |
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EYES |
Dust may cause burning, drying, itching, and other discomfort, resulting in reddening of the eyes. |

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Eye Contact
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Immediately flush with plenty of water. Remove particles remaining under the eyelids. Get medical attention if irritation persists.
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SkinContact
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Remove polyacrylate absorbent dust from skin using soap and water.
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Inhalation
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If inhaled, move to source of fresh air. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist. |
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Ingestion |
Non-toxic by ingestion. However, if adverse symptoms appear, seek medical attention. |

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General Fire Hazards |
No recognized fire hazards associated with the finished product. |
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Fire and Explosive Properties: |
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Flammability Classification |
None |
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Flash Point |
NA |
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Flammable Limits: |
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Upper |
NE |
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Lower |
NE |
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Hazardous Combustion Products |
None known. |
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Extinguishing Media |
Dry chemical, foam, carbon dioxide, and water fog. Extremely slippery conditions are created if spilled product comes in contact with water. |
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Fire Fighting Instructions |
Firefighters should wear full protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. |

Containment Procedures:
Sweep or vacuum material when possible and shovel into a waste container.
Clean up procedures:
Use caution after contact of product with water, as extremely slippery conditions will result. Residuals maybe flushed with water into the drain for normal wastewater treatment. This is a non-hazardous waste suitable for disposal in an approved solid waste landfill.
Evacuation Procedures:
None required.
Special Procedures:
Avoid respirable dust inhalation during clean up. Wear appropriate respirator.

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Handling
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Handle as an eye and respiratory tract irritant.
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Storage |
Store in a dry, closed container. |

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Engineering Controls
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Provide local exhaust ventilation to maintain worker exposure to less than 0.05 mg/m³ over an eight-hour period.
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PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: |
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Personal Protective Equipments: Eyes/Face |
Wear safety glasses with side shields or goggles.
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Personal Protective Equipments: Skin |
Use impervious gloves when handling the product in the manufacturing environment. |
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Personal Protective Equipments |
Respiratory Wear respirator with a high efficiency filter is particulate concentration in the work area exceeds 0.05 mg/m³ over an eight hour time period |
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Personal Protective Equipments: General |
Obey reasonable safety precautions and practice good housekeeping. Wash thoroughly after handling. |

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Appearance/Odor |
White Granular Powder, No Odor |
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pH |
5.5 – 6.5 (1% in water) |
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Specific Gravity (Bulk Density) |
0.4 – 0.7 g/ml |
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Vapor Pressure |
10 mm Hg |
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Vapor Density |
NE |
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Melting Point |
> 390 ºF |
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Freezing Point |
NA |
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Boiling Point |
NA |
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Solubility in Water |
Insoluble |
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Evaporation Rate (%) |
1.0 |

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Stability
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This material is chemically stable under normal and anticipated storage and handling conditions.
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Chemical Stability
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Conditions to Avoid
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None |
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Incompatibility |
None |
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Hazardous Decomposition Products |
Decomposition above 200 ºC |
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Hazardous Polymerization |
Will not occur. |

|
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW |
Sodium polyacrylate is a white, granular, odorless polymer that yields a gel-like material with the addition of water. It is insoluble in water and causes extremely slippery conditions when wet. Although not regulated as a hazardous material, the respirable dust is potential respiratory tract irritant. The manufacturer recommends an eight-hour exposure limit of 0.05 mg/m³.
|
|
INHALATION |
Exposure to respirable dust may cause respiratory tract and lung irritation and may aggravate existing respiratory conditions. |
|
INGESTION |
Although not a likely route of entry, tests have shown that polyacrylate absorbents are non-toxic if ingested. However, as in any instance of non-food consumption, seek medical attention in the event of any adverse symptoms. |
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SKIN |
Exposure to the dust, such as in manufacturing, may aggravate existing skin conditions due to drying effect. |
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EYES |
Dust may cause burning, drying, itching, and other discomfort, resulting in reddening of the eyes. |

Ecotoxicity
A: General Product Information:
Composted polyacrylate absorbents are non-toxic to aquatic or terrestrial organisms at predicted exposure levels.
B: Component Analysis – Ecotoxicity – Aquatic Toxicity
No information available.
Environmental Fate:
Polyacrylate absorbents are relatively inert in aerobic and anaerobic conditions. They are immobile in landfills and soil systems (> 90% retention), with the mobile fraction showing biodegradability. They are also compatible with incineration of municipal solid waste. Incidental down-the-drain disposal of small quantities of polyacrylic absorbents will not affect the performance of wastewater treatment systems.

US EPA Waste Number & Descriptions
A: General Product Information
This product is a non-hazardous waste material suitable for approved sold waste landfills.
B: Component Waste Numbers
No EPA Waste Numbers are applicable for this product’s components.
Disposal Instructions
Dispose of in accordance with Local, State, and Federal Regulations.

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