ADVANTEC MFS, INC.
PHONE NO.	(800) 334-7132
FAX NO.	(925) 479-0630
ADDRESS	6723 Sierra Ct. Suite A, Dublin, CA 94568

SUBSTANCE: Advantec MFS Cellulose Acetate Membrane

TRADE NAMES/SYNONYMS:

CELLULOSE ACETATE-CATALOG CODE C; CELLULOSE ACETATE MEMBRANE-CODE C; 00225573

PRODUCT USE: analytical chemical/laboratory chemical
 

CREATION DATE: Jul 20 2000

REVISION DATE: Dec 16 2002

COMPONENT:Cellulose diacetate

CAS NUMBER: 9035-69-2

EC NUMBER: Not assigned.

PERCENTAGE: >1
 

COMPONENT: Cellulose Triacetate

CAS NUMBER: 9012-09-3

EC NUMBER: Not assigned.

PERCENTAGE: >1

NFPA RATINGS (SCALE 0-4): HEALTH=1 FIRE=1 REACTIVITY=0

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW:

COLOR: white

PHYSICAL FORM: membrane

ODOR: odorless

MAJOR HEALTH HAZARDS: No significant target effects reported.

PHYSICAL HAZARDS: Dust/air mixtures may ignite or explode.

POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS:

INHALATION:

SHORT TERM EXPOSURE: no information is available

LONG TERM EXPOSURE: no information is available

SKIN CONTACT:

SHORT TERM EXPOSURE: no information on significant adverse effects

LONG TERM EXPOSURE: no information is available

EYE CONTACT:

SHORT TERM EXPOSURE: no information on significant adverse effects

LONG TERM EXPOSURE: irritation

INGESTION:

SHORT TERM EXPOSURE: no information on significant adverse effects

LONG TERM EXPOSURE: no information is available

CARCINOGEN STATUS:

OSHA: No

NTP: No

IARC: No

INHALATION: If adverse effects occur, remove to uncontaminated area. Get medical attention.

SKIN CONTACT: Wash exposed skin with soap and water.

EYE CONTACT: Flush eyes with plenty of water.

INGESTION: If a large amount is swallowed, get medical attention.

FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Slight fire hazard. Dust/air mixtures may ignite or explode.

EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: carbon dioxide, regular dry chemical, regular foam, water

FIRE FIGHTING: Move container from fire area if it can be done without risk. Avoid inhalation of material or combustion by-products. Stay upwind and keep out of low areas.

OCCUPATIONAL RELEASE:

Collect spilled material in appropriate container for disposal. Keep out of water supplies and sewers.

STORAGE:

Store and handle in accordance with all current regulations and standards. Avoid generating dust. See original container for storage recommendations. Keep separated from incompatible substances.

HANDLING:

HANDLING: Use methods to minimize dust.

EXPOSURE LIMITS:

ADVANTEC MFS CELLULOSE ACETATE MEMBRANE:

No occupational exposure limits established.

VENTILATION:

Based on available information, additional ventilation is not required. Ensure compliance with applicable exposure limits.

EYE PROTECTION:

Eye protection not required under normal conditions.

CLOTHING:

Protective clothing is not required under normal conditions.

GLOVES:

Protective gloves are not required under normal conditions.

RESPIRATOR:

No respirator is required under normal conditions of use. Under conditions of frequent use or heavy exposure, respiratory protection may be needed.

PHYSICAL STATE: solid

COLOR: white

PHYSICAL FORM: membrane

ODOR: odorless

BOILING POINT: Not applicable

MELTING POINT: Not available

VAPOR PRESSURE: Not applicable

VAPOR DENSITY: Not applicable

SPECIFIC GRAVITY: Not available

WATER SOLUBILITY: Not available

PH: Not applicable

VOLATILITY: Not applicable

ODOR THRESHOLD: Not available

EVAPORATION RATE: Not applicable

COEFFICIENT OF WATER/OIL DISTRIBUTION: Not available

REACTIVITY:

Stable at normal temperatures and pressure.

CONDITIONS TO AVOID:

Avoid heat, flames, sparks and other sources of ignition. Avoid contact with incompatible materials.

INCOMPATIBILITIES:

oxidizing materials

HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION:

Thermal decomposition products: oxides of carbon

POLYMERIZATION:

Will not polymerize.

CELLULOSE TRIACETATE:

TOXICITY DATA: >1000 mg/kg skin-guinea pig LD50 (Van Waters & Rogers); >3200 mg/kg oral-rat LD50 (Van Waters & Rogers)

ACUTE TOXICITY LEVEL: Insufficient Data.

Not available

Dispose in accordance with all applicable regulations.

SARA TITLE III SECTION 304 EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 355.40):

Not regulated.

SARA TITLE III SARA SECTIONS 311/312 HAZARDOUS CATEGORIES (40 CFR 370.21):

ACUTE: No

CHRONIC: No

FIRE: No

REACTIVE: No

SUDDEN RELEASE: No

SARA TITLE III SECTION 313 (40 CFR 372.65):

Not regulated.

OSHA PROCESS SAFETY (29CFR1910.119):

Not regulated.

STATE REGULATIONS:

California Proposition 65: Not regulated.

CANADIAN REGULATIONS:

WHMIS CLASSIFICATION: Not determined.

EUROPEAN REGULATIONS:

EC CLASSIFICATION (CALCULATED): Not determined.

NATIONAL INVENTORY STATUS:

U.S. INVENTORY (TSCA): Listed on inventory.
TSCA 12(b) EXPORT NOTIFICATION: Not listed.
CANADA INVENTORY (DSL): Not determined.
CANADA INVENTORY (NDSL): Not determined.

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Advantec MFS warrants its products against defects in material or workmanship for a period of one year from the date of delivery when used in accordance with these instructions. The liability of Advantec MFS is limited to replacement, or repair, at its option of any product. Advantec MFS makes no other warranty, expressed or implied. Specifications listed in these instructions represent values in effect at the time of printing and are subject to change without notice.