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General Information
Revision date
2017-04-25
Product name
Quick Dam
Chemical name
Sodium Polyacrylate
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Designed to absorb, swell & gel water causing a barrier Prepared By Carol Dancer
Manufacturer Name
Absorbent Specialty Products, LLC
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Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
GHS Classification Emergency Overview: Not a dangerous substance according to GHS classification criteria.
Potential health effects
Contents of Water Activated Indoor Fluid Control if outer material is punctured (outer fabric not applicable) Eyes: Flush eyes with large amounts of water if contact or irritation occurs Skin: Wash off in flowing water or shower Ingestion: No adverse effects anticipated by this route of exposure. Inhalation: Seek well ventilated area. If irritation, severe coughing or breathing difficulty persists seek medical attention Chronic: If fabric is open, may cause mild mechanical irritation to eyes, skin & respiratory tract
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
Pre-existing eye or respiratory disorders Section 2 notes: Sodium Polyacrylate is a white, granular, odorless polymer that yields a gel-like material with the addition of water. it is insoluble in water and causes extremely slippery conditions when wet. although not regulated as a hazardous material, the respirable dust is a potential respiratory tract irritant. the manufacturer recommends an 8 hour exposure limit of 0.05mg/m³