MERQUAT™ 550PR POLYMER

Remove exposed person to fresh air if adverse effects are observed.

Wash with soap and water.

Any material that contacts the eye should be washed out immediately with water. If easy to do, remove contact lenses.

CO2, dry chemical, foam, water spray, water fog.

Not determined.

When heated, hazardous gases may be released including: hydrogen chloride and chlorine. See section 10 for additional information. Material will not burn until water has been evaporated. Container may rupture on heating.

No data available.

Ventilate area if spilled in confined space or other poorly ventilated areas.

Dike far ahead of larger spill for later recovery and disposal.

Avoid release to the environment. Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.

Pick up free liquid for recycle and/or disposal. Residual liquid can be absorbed on inert material. Wash area with soap and water.

Materials: inert material, soap and water

Observe good industrial hygiene practices. Provide adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment. Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with skin. Avoid breathing mists or vapors. When using do not eat, drink or smoke. Stir well before use. Keep containers closed when not in use. Minimize contact with air to reduce contamination with mold, fungus, or other organisms which could cause decomposition or spoilage. Wash thoroughly after handling.

Keep containers closed when not in use. Minimize contact with air to reduce contamination with mold, fungus, or other organisms which could cause decomposition or spoilage.

Observe good industrial hygiene practices. When using do not eat, drink or smoke. Wash thoroughly after handling.

Use material in well ventilated area only. Adequate ventilation should be provided so that exposure limits are not exceeded. Mechanical ventilation or local exhaust ventilation may be required.

Use good industrial hygiene practices to avoid skin contact. If contact with the material may occur wear chemically protective gloves. The correct choice of protective gloves depends upon the chemicals being handled, and the conditions of work and use. Gloves should be chosen in consultation with the supplier / manufacturer and taking account of a full assessment of the working conditions. For typical use and handling of chemical substances, gloves should meet the standards set out in EN 374. For applications involving mechanical risks with potential for abrasion or puncture, the standards set out in EN 388 should be considered. For tasks involving thermal hazards, the standards set out in EN 407 should be considered. For continuous contact, we suggest gloves with a minimum breakthrough time of 240 minutes, or > 480 minutes if suitable gloves can be obtained. For general applications, we recommend gloves with a thickness typically greater than 0.35 mm.

If contact is likely, safety glasses with side shields are recommended. Eye protection should meet the standards set out in EN 166.

Consult with an industrial hygienist to determine the appropriate respiratory protection for your specific use of this material. A respiratory protection program compliant with all applicable regulations must be followed whenever workplace conditions require the use of a respirator. Under normal use conditions, respirator is not usually required. Use appropriate respiratory protection if exposure to dust particles, mist or vapors is likely. Use self-contained breathing apparatus for entry into confined space, for other poorly ventilated areas and for large spill clean-up sites. Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) is not normally required where there is adequate natural or local exhaust ventilation to control exposure. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment.

Gloves, coveralls, apron, boots as necessary to minimize contact. Do not wear rings, watches or similar apparel that could entrap the material.

No data available. See section 6 for details.

Material is stable under normal conditions.

No data available.

Will not occur.

Do not freeze.

Strong oxidizers

Thermal decomposition or combustion may generate smoke, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen chloride, chlorinated compounds, and other products of incomplete combustion. Irritating and toxic substances may be emitted upon combustion, burning, or decomposition of dry solids.

Treatment, storage, transportation, and disposal must be in accordance with applicable Federal, State/Provincial, and Local regulations.

Since emptied containers retain product residue, follow label warnings even after container is emptied.