NALCO 7338

Hazardous Ingredients

CAS NO % (w/w) Glutaraldehyde 111-30-8 30.0 - 60.0 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION **EMERGENCY OVERVIEW** DANGER Corrosive. Causes irreversible eye damage. Causes skin burns. Harmful if inhaled. May be fatal if swallowed. Harmful if absorbed through skin. Prolonged or frequently repeated skin contact may cause allergic reactions in some individuals. Causes asthmatic signs and symptoms in hyper-reactive individuals. Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. Avoid breathing vapor. Do not swallow. Wear goggles, protective clothing, and rubber gloves. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Keep container tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated place. Protect product from freezing. Not flammable or combustible. May evolve oxides of carbon (COx) under fire conditions. PRIMARY ROUTES OF EXPOSURE Eye, Skin, Inhalation HUMAN HEALTH HAZARDS - ACUTE EYE CONTACT Corrosive. Will cause eye burns and permanent tissue damage. Vapors can cause watering of the eyes. SKIN CONTACT Corrosive; causes permanent skin damage. Harmful if absorbed through skin. Prolonged or frequently repeated skin contact may cause allergic reactions in some individuals. Contact may cause staining. INGESTION Corrosive; causes chemical burns to the mouth, throat and stomach. May be fatal if swallowed. Small amounts of this liquid drawn into the lungs from swallowing or vomiting may cause severe health effects (e.g. bronchopneumonia or pulmonary edema). INHALATION Irritating, in high concentrations, to the eyes, nose, throat and lungs. Inhalation of product mist or vapors may cause respiratory allergy. Inhalation of vapors may cause headache, nausea, and vomiting. AGGRAVATION OF EXISTING CONDITIONS Prolonged inhalation of product can increase lung injury in persons with emphysema, asthma, or other lung disorders. EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S) (800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTREC HUMAN HEALTH HAZARDS - CHRONIC No adverse effects expected other than those mentioned above.