MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation: Remove person from source to fresh air then obtain medical attention.
Eyes: Flush thoroughly with plenty of water by separating the eyelids with fingers and obtain medical attention.
Skin: Flush material from skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and obtain medical attention, as needed.
Ingestion: Wash out mouth with water if person is not unconscious then seek medical attention.
SECTION 1 - IDENTITY
COMMON NAME:
CHEMICAL FAMILY:
(CHITOSAN BEADED FORM)
CHITIN (BEADED FORM)
SYNONYMS: BETA-CHITIN
MULTIPLE COMPONENT SPILL ON LEAK PROCEDURES
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Chitin Beads
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Wash Contaminated clothing before reuse.
S6651S
CAS No.s for Components
2. #64-17-5 -Ethyl Alcohol
1. #1398 -61-4-Chitin
PRODUCT NAME: CHITIN BEADS
HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS IN WATER SOLUTION
Principal Hazardous Component(s)
(chemical & common name(s)
SECTION 2 - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS: MIXTURE
.
* These compounds are not known to be hazardous
20%-30% (V/4)
2. Ethyl Alcohol
1. Chitin
Polymerized Chitosan
SECTION 3 - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS: MIXTURE
TARGET ORGAN DATA: Nerves, Liver
Auto-IgnitionTemperature: No Smoking
Flammable
Irritant
Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin
Clothing: Wear suitable protective clothing
Label Precautionary Statements
In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water
and seek medical advice.
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SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
SECTION 7 - SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS AND SPILL/LEAK PROCEDURES
Flammable Limits in Air (% volume): Highly flammable liquid
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Vapors may travel
considerable distan