A Division of Campbell Brothers Limited
ABN 92 009 657 489
 7-11 Burr Court
Laverton North
3026
Postal Address:
P.O Box 118, Newport
Victoria 3015
AUSTRALIA
Telephone: 61/3/9250-1000

ACETIC ACID GLACIAL

ISSUED: OCTOBER , 1999

Hazardous according to criteria of Worksafe Australia.


IDENTIFICATION

 

TRADE NAME : Acetic Acid, Glacial.
OTHER NAMES : Acetic Acid Solution; Ethanoic Acid; Vinegar Acid; Methanecarboxylic Acid.
U.N. NO. : 2789
DG CLASS : 8
SUB RISK : 3
HAZCHEM : 2P
PACKING GROUP : II
POISON SCHEDULE : S6
USES : Manufacture of acetic anhydride, cellulose acetate & vinyl acetate monomer; Acetic esters; Chloroacetic acid; Production of plastics, pharmaceuticals, dyes, insecticides, photographic chemicals etc.; Food additives (as vinegar); Natural latex coagulant; Oil well acidifier; Textile printing.

PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION/ PROPERTIES

Appearance, odour : Colourless liquid with a pungent, acidic odour.

Melting Point : 16.6°C

Boiling Point : 117.9°C

Vapour Pressure (20°C) : 1.52 kPa

Specific Gravity (20°C) : 1.05

Vapour Density (air=1) : 2.1

Flash Point (PMCC) : 39°C

Flammability Limits (%) : LEL: 4.0%

UEL: 19.9%

Solubility : Soluble in water.

OTHER PROPERTIES

Autoignition Temp (°C) : 463°C

pH : N Av.

Viscosity : 1.17 cSt @ 20°C

Evaporation Rate : 0.97

Reactivity : Stable under normal conditions. Reacts vigorously with alkalies.

FORMULA : CH3COOH

INGREDIENTS

Chemical Name CAS Number Proportion

Acetic Acid 64-19-7 100%


HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION

HEALTH EFFECTS

No adverse health effects expected if the product is handled in accordance with this Safety Data Sheet and the product label where applicable. Symptoms that may arise if the product is mishandled are:

ACUTE EFFECTS

SWALLOWED: Causes severe burns. High risk of corrosion of mouth, throat & digestive tract.

EYE: Liquid or vapour may cause severe damage & may result in loss of vision.

SKIN: Contact with skin may cause severe chemical burns & blistering.

INHALED: Exposure to vapour may cause irritation of nose, throat & respiratory tract.

CHRONIC EFFECTS

Repeated or prolonged skin contact may cause chronic dermatitis.

FIRST AID

SWALLOWED: Wash out mouth with plenty of water and give water to drink. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Seek immediate medical assistance.

EYE: Immediately irrigate with copious quantities of water for at least 15 minutes. Eyelids to be held open. Seek immediate medical assistance.

SKIN: Wash contaminated skin with plenty of soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before re-use. If irritation persists seek medical advice.

INHALED: Remove victim from exposure - avoid becoming a casualty. Remove contaminated clothing and loosen remaining clothing. Allow patient to assume most comfortable position and keep warm. Keep at rest until fully recovered. If breathing laboured and patient cyanotic (blue) ensure airways are clear and have qualified person give oxygen through a face mask. If breathing has stopped apply artificial respiration at once. In event of cardiac arrest, apply external cardiac massage. Seek medical assistance.

ADVICE TO DOCTOR

Treat symptomatically as for strong acids.


PRECAUTIONS FOR USE

EXPOSURE STANDARDS

TWA: 25mg/m3 (10ppm)

STEL: 37mg/m3 (15ppm)

As published by the National Occupational Health & Safety Commission (Worksafe Australia).

ENGINEERING CONTROLS

Ensure ventilation is adequate to maintain air concentrations below recommended exposure standard. Local exhaust ventilation may be required. Keep containers closed when not in use.

PERSONAL PROTECTION

Avoid skin and eye contact and inhalation of vapour. Wear overalls, chemical goggles and impervious gloves. Use with adequate ventilation. Respiratory protection is required if concentration exceeds exposure standard. An air purifying respirator with organic vapor cartridge is recommended.

FLAMMABILITY

Flammable Liquid.


SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION

STORAGE AND TRANSPORT

Store in cool dry, well-ventilated place. Keep containers tightly closed. Store in stainless steel or polyethylene. Do not store with incompatible products such as alkalies. Defined as a Dangerous Good according to the Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road or Rail.

SPILLS

Increase ventilation. Wear protective equipment to prevent skin and eye contamination and inhalation of vapours. Contain using sand or soil - prevent run off into drains and waterways. Use absorbent (soil, sand, vermiculite or other inert material). Neutralise with Sodium Carbonate or Bicarbonate. Collect and seal in properly labelled drums for disposal. If contamination of sewers or waterways has occurred advise the local emergency services.

DISPOSAL

Refer to State Land Waste Management Authority.

FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARDS

Flammable liquid. On burning will emit toxic fumes. Fire fighters to wear self-contained breathing apparatus if risk of exposure to vapour or products of combustion.

EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Water, foam, dry agent (carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder).


OTHER INFORMATION AND REFERENCES

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT

Product is readily biodegradable.

TOXICITY

Oral LD50 (rat): 3310 mg/kg

Inhalation LD50 (rat):16000ppm 4h.

Dermal LD50 (rabbit): 1060 mg/kg

Hazard Category: Corrosive

RISK PHRASES

R35: Causes severe burns

R10: Flammable

SAFETY PHRASES

S1/2 Keep locked up and out of reach of children

S23 Do not breathe vapour

S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.

S45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label whenever possible).

 


CONTACT POINT

Phone: (03) 9250 1000
Phone: 1 800 628 724 (24hr - Emergency Contact)

This MSDS has been prepared from current technical data and summarises at the date of issue our best knowledge of the health and safety information of the product, and in particular how to safely handle and use the product in the workplace. Each user should read this MSDS and consider the information in the context of how the product will be handled and used in the workplace.

If clarification or further information is needed to ensure that an appropriate assessment can be made, the user should contact this company.

Our responsibility for products sold is subject to our standard terms and conditions, a copy of which is sent to our customers and is also available upon request


END OF MSDS NO 247