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IDENTITY: GENTELL CALCIUM ALGINATE
MANUFACTURER'S NAME: GENTELL 3600 BOUNDBROOK AVE TREVOSE, PA 19053
EMERGENCY & INFORMATION PHONE: 800-840-9041
DATE PREPARED: 4-19-2004
HAZARD RATING (NFPA DESIGNATION)=0

4=EXTREME

3=HIGH

2=MODERATE

1=SLIGHT

0=INSIGNIFICANT

FIRE=0

HEALTH=0

REACTIVITY=0

 

 

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HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS/IDENTITY INFORMATION

COMPOUND:  None.

CONTAINS:  CAS# N/A: Calcium sodium alginate.

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PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS

BOILING POINT (DEGREES F.):  N/A

SOLUBILITY IN WATER:  N/A

SP GRAVITY (WATER =1):  N/A

% VOLATILE BY VOLUME @ 110o C:  N/A

APPEARANCE AND ODOR:  Solid off-whit and odorless.

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PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS

FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA

FLASH POINT (TAG CLOSED CUP DEGREES F.):  N/A

FIRE EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:  Any type extinguisher.

SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES:  Use self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing.

UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSIVE HAZARDS:  None expected. Combustion products include carbon dioxide, water and nitrogen oxides.

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HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Testng of this produc was performed in accordance with BSENISO 10993-1 Biological evaluationof medical devices Part 1: Guidance on selection of tests, G95-1 and FDA's Draft guidance for the preparation of a premarket notification for a "surface device for use on breached or compromised surfaces for prolonged use."

When used as directed ander conditions of normal use, this product is not considered to pose a significant toxicological hazard.

Has the product or any unreacted ingredient been listed as a carcinogen or potential carcinogen by the National Toxicology Program Annual Report on Carcinogens or the International Agency for Research on Cancer?

No: X

Yes:

Ingredients:

Has this product or any unreacted ingredient (1%) been listed as toxic and hazardous substance according to 29CFR 1910.1000 Subpart Z?

No: N/A

Yes:

Ingredients:

EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE

SKIN CONTACT:   Skin contact may cause occassional idiosyncratic reactions.

INHALATION: Not expected to be irritating or hazardous when used as intended.

EMERGENCY & FIRST AID PROCEDURES

EYE CONTACT:  Flush eyes with water for eye contact.

SKIN CONTACT:  There may be other idiosyncratic dermatological reactions

INHALATION OVEREXPOSURE:  Inhalation of fibers may cause discomfort. .

INGESTION:  Ingestion may cause discomfort in mouth, throat, and stomach. Obtain medical attention.

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REACTIVITY DATA

STABILITY:  Stable

CONDITIONS & MATERIALS TO AVOID:  None known

HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:  None known
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SPILL, LEAK, AND WASTE DISPOSAL PROCEDURES
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED:
No specific disposal requirements.
Contain material. Transfer to suitable containers for disposal or reclamation. Flush area with water to chemical disposal drain. It is the general policy of Gentell to discourage direct disposal of this product or other products like it into public waterways in the undiluted and/or unneutralized state.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHODS: Dispose of in accordance with all local, state and federal regulations.
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SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION: Not Applicable
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SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORAGE: No special or unusual precautions necessary. Store below 25 degrees C.
OTHER PRECAUTIONS: Combustion products are carbon dioxide/monoxide, water and nitrogen oxides. Carbon dioxide in high concentrations can act as an asphyxiant. Carbon monoxide is highly toxic if inhalled.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Not Applicable
Notice to Reader
All substances may pose unknown hazards and should be used with care. This Material Safety Data Sheet applies only to the material as packaged and for its intended use. If this product is combined with other materials, deteriorates, or becomes contaminated, it may pose hazards not mentioned above. It shall be the user's responsibility to develop proper methods of handling and safety based on the actual conditions of use. While the information contained in this MSDS is based on technical data judged to be reliable, Gentell assumes no responsibility for the completeness or accuracy of the information contained herein.
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