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EC/CAS
50-00-0
Name of the chemical
Formaldehyde
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2013-12-20
Product name
TroyCare BD55
Product Synonyms
1,3-bis(hydroxymethyl)-5,5-dimethyl-2,4-imidazolidinedione; 1,3-bis(hydroxymethyl)-5,5-dimethylimidazolidine-2,4-dione
Chemical name
1,3-bis(hydroxymethyl)-5,5-dimethylhydantoin
CAS No.
50-00-0
Manufacturer Name
Troy Chemical Corporation
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Company Information
company name
Troy Chemical Corporation
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
OSHA EMERGENCY OVERVIEW TroyCare® BD55 is a colorless clear liquid with a slightly pungent odor. May cause eye and skin irritation. Excessive heat in excess of 90°C. (194°F.) will result in decomposition to formaldehyde. Avoid contamination of streams and sewers. Floors may become slippery in the event of a spill. OSHA REGULATORY STATUS This material is classified as hazardous under OSHA regulations
Potential health effects
ROUTES OF ENTRY Ingestion, skin contact, eyes, inhalation ACUTE EFFECTS INGESTION Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation. SKIN Direct contact may cause skin irritation. EYE CONTACT Direct contact may cause eye irritation. INHALATION Breathing small amounts during normal handling may cause mild reversible respiratory irritation.
Potential chronic health
Frequent or prolonged exposure to formaldehyde may cause hypersensitivity leading to contact dermatitis. Repeated or prolonged skin contact with formaldehyde may cause an allergic reaction in some people. TARGET ORGANS Immune system (sensitizer), nasopharyngeal cavity. CARCINOGENICITY Formaldehyde is listed as a carcinogen according to OSHA (specifically regulated carcinogen), NTP (anticipated carcinogen - as formaldehyde gas), IARC (Group 1 - known carcinogen), and ACGIH (suspected carcinogen).
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
May aggravate respiratory and skin disorders and allergies. May cause allergic sensitization reactions in persons with pre-existing sensitivity to formaldehyde.
Environmental effects
See Section 12 for additional information.
