Material Safety Data Sheet Section 1. Product and Company Identification

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1 Material Safety Data Sheet Section 1. Product and Company Identification Product Name Manufacturer For More Information Call Technical Service Monday-Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Harleco Form-X TM Neutralisant de EMD Chemicals Inc. P.O. Box Democrat Road Gibbstown, NJ Prior to January 1, 2003 EMD Chemicals Inc. was EM Industries, Inc. or EM Science, Division of EM Industries, Inc. Product Code Effective Date Print Date 12/14/ /22/2004 In Case of Emergency Call CHEMTREC (USA) CANUTEC (Canada) 24 Hours/Day: 7 Days/Week Synonym Material Uses None. Laboratory Reagent Chemical Family Inorganic salt Section 2. Composition and Information on Ingredients Component CAS # % by Weight Sodium Metabisulfite Sodium Bisulfite Section 3. Hazards Identification Physical State and Appearance Solid. (Crystals) Emergency Overview CAUTION! CAUSES RESPIRATORY TRACT, EYE AND SKIN IRRITATION. MAY BE HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED. Routes of Entry Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion. Potential Acute Health Effects Eyes Skin Inhalation Hazardous in case of inhalation (lung irritant). Potential Chronic Health Effects Hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant). Inflammation of the eye is characterized by redness, watering, and itching. Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant). Skin inflammation is characterized by itching, scaling, reddening, or, occasionally, blistering. Ingestion May be hazardous in case of ingestion. Carcinogenic Effects This material is not known to cause cancer in animals or humans. Additional information See Toxicological Information (section 11)

2 Medical Conditions Aggravated by Overexposure: Section 4. First Aid Measures Eye Contact Skin Contact Inhalation Ingestion Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures Flammability of the Product Auto-ignition Temperature Flash Points Repeated or prolonged exposure is not known to aggravate medical condition. Page: 2/6 Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Cold water may be used. Get medical attention immediately. In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Cold water may be used. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention immediately. If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention immediately. Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If large quantities of this material are swallowed, call a physician immediately. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Non-flammable. Flammable Limits Products of Combustion Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances Fire Fighting Media and Instructions Protective Clothing (Fire) Special Remarks on Fire Hazards Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: No. Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: No. Development of hazardous combustion gases or vapors possible in the event of fire. Section 6. Accidental Release Measures Small Spill and Leak Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container. Large Spill and Leak Spill Kit Information Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary system. Be careful that the product is not present at a concentration level above TLV. Check TLV on the MSDS and with local authorities. No specific spill kit required for this product.

3 Page: 3/6 Section 7. Handling and Storage Handling Storage Avoid contact with eyes. Do not ingest. Do not breathe dust. Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with skin. Use only with adequate ventilation. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep in a well-ventilated place. Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Engineering Controls Personal Protection Protective Clothing (Pictograms) Respiratory Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne contaminants below the exposure limit. Eyes Splash goggles. Body Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Hands Gloves. Feet Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill Product Name Splash goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self-contained breathing apparatus should be used to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE handling this product. Exposure Limits Sodium Metabisulfite Belgium Minister of Labour (Belgium, 1998). VL: 5 mg/m 3 8 hour(s). DK-Arbejdstylsinet (Denmark, 1996). GV: 5 mg/m 3 8 hour(s). INRS (France, 1996). VME: 5 mg/m 3 8 hour(s). National Authority for Occupational Safety/Health (Ireland, 1999). OEL: 5 mg/m 3 8 hour(s). Arbeidsinspectie (Netherlands, 1999). TGG 8 uur: 5 mg/m 3 8 hour(s). N-Arbeidstylsinet (Norway, 1996). AN: 5 mg/m 3 8 hour(s). EH40-OES (United Kingdom (UK), 1997). TWA: 5 mg/m 3 8 hour(s). ACGIH (United States, 1996). TWA: 5 mg/m 3 8 hour(s). NIOSH REL (United States, 1994). TWA: 5 mg/m 3 10 hour(s). OSHA Final Rule (United States, 1989). TWA: 5 mg/m 3 8 hour(s). Sodium Bisulfite

4 Page: 4/6 Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties Odor Sulfurous. Color Physical State and Appearance Molecular Weight Molecular Formula ph Boiling/Condensation Point Melting/Freezing Point Specific Gravity Vapor Pressure Vapor Density Odor Threshold Evaporation Rate LogKow Solubility White. Solid. (Crystals) Decomposition temperature: 302 C (575.6 F) 1.48 (Water = 1) Soluble in water. Section 10. Stability and Reactivity Stability and Reactivity Conditions of Instability Incompatibility with Various Substances Rem/Incompatibility Unstable. Stability:Strength diminishes somewhat with age. Gradually decomposes in air to sulfate, generating sulfurous acid gas. Reactive with oxidizing agents, reducing agents, acids, moisture. Slightly reactive to reactive with metals, alkalis. Incompatible with aluminum and magnesium. Hazardous Decomposition Products Hazardous Polymerization SOx, Na2O Will not occur. Section 11. Toxicological Information RTECS Number: Sodium Metabisulfite UX Sodium Bisulfite Toxicity LD50: LC50: VZ Chronic Effects on Humans Acute Effects on Humans Hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant). Inflammation of the eye is characterized by redness, watering, and itching. Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant). Skin inflammation is characterized by itching, scaling, reddening, or, occasionally, blistering. Hazardous in case of inhalation (lung irritant). May be hazardous in case of ingestion.

5 Page: 5/6 Special Remarks on Other Toxic Effects on Humans Synergetic Products (Toxicologically) Irritancy Sensitization Carcinogenic Effects Toxicity to Reproductive System Teratogenic Effects Mutagenic Effects Irritations of mucous membranes in the mouth, pharynx, oesophagus and gastrointestinal tract. Draize Test: Hazardous in case of skin contact (sensitizer), of inhalation (lung sensitizer). This material is not known to cause cancer in animals or humans. Section 12. Ecological Information Ecotoxicity BOD5 and COD Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation The products of degradation are less toxic than the product itself. Section 13. Disposal Considerations EPA Waste Number Treatment D003 Section 14. Transport Information DOT Classification Specified technology-contact your local permitted waste disposal site (TSD) for permissible treatment sites. ALWAYS CONTACT PERMITTED WASTE DISPOSER (TSD) TO ASSURE COMPLIANCE WITH ALL CURRENT LOCAL, STATE AND FEDERAL REGULATIONS. TDG Classification IMO/IMDG Classification ICAO/IATA Classification U.S. Federal Regulations Section 15. Regulatory Information TSCA 8(a) PAIR: Sodium Metabisulfite; Sodium Bisulfite TSCA 8(b) inventory: Sodium Metabisulfite; Sodium Bisulfite SARA 302/304/311/312 extremely hazardous substances: No products were found. SARA 302/304 emergency planning and notification: No products were found. SARA 302/304/311/312 hazardous chemicals: Sodium Metabisulfite; Sodium Bisulfite SARA 311/312 MSDS distribution - chemical inventory - hazard identification: Sodium Metabisulfite: Immediate (Acute) Health Hazard, Delayed (Chronic) Health Hazard; Sodium Bisulfite: Immediate (Acute) Health Hazard, Delayed (Chronic) Health Hazard SARA 313 toxic chemical notification and release reporting: No products were found. Clean Water Act (CWA) 307: No products were found. Clean Water Act (CWA) 311: Sodium Bisulfite Clean air act (CAA) 112 accidental release prevention: No products were found. Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated flammable substances: No products were found. Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated toxic substances: No products were found.

6 Page: 6/6 WHMIS (Canada) Class D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects (TOXIC). International Regulations EINECS CEPA DSL: Sodium Metabisulfite; Sodium Bisulfite This product has been classifed in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Product Regulations and the MSDS contains all required information. Sodium Metabisulfite Sodium Bisulfite DSCL (EEC) International Lists R37/38- Irritating to respiratory system and skin. R41- Risk of serious damage to eyes. R42/43- May cause sensitization by inhalation and skin contact. Australia (NICNAS): Sodium Metabisulfite Japan (MITI): Sodium Metabisulfite Korea (TCCL): Sodium Metabisulfite State Regulations Philippines (RA6969): Sodium Metabisulfite China: No products were found. Pennsylvania RTK: Sodium Metabisulfite: (generic environmental hazard) Massachusetts RTK: Sodium Metabisulfite New Jersey: Harleco Form-X TM Formalin Neutralizer California prop. 65: No products were found. Section 16. Other Information National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.) Health Fire Hazard Reactivity Specific Hazard Changed Since Last Revision + Notice to Reader The statements contained herein are based upon technical data that EMD Chemicals Inc. believes to be reliable, are offered for information purposes only and as a guide to the appropriate precautionary and emergency handling of the material by a properly trained person having the necessary technical skills. Users should consider these data only as a supplement to other information gathered by them and must make independent determinations of suitability and completeness of information from all sources to assure proper use, storage and disposal of these materials and the safety and health of employees and customers and the protection of the environment. EMD CHEMICALS INC. MAKES NO REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE, WITH RESPECT TO THE INFORMATION HEREIN OR THE PRODUCT TO WHICH THE INFORMATION REFERS.