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CHEMetrics, Inc. 24 Hour Emergency Numbers: (703) 590-9204

4295 Catlett Rd., Calverton, VA 20138 (540) 439-3860
(800) 356-3072 (540) 788-9026 Creation Date: 04/22/86 (1072-14)
Fax (540) 788-4856 E-mail technical@chemetrics.com Revision Date: 07/22/04

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

I. CHEMICAL IDENTIFICATION IX. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

TRADE NAMES: DISSOLVED OXYGEN CHEMets, ULR CHEMets, and STATE: Liquid APPEARANCE: Colorless to pale yellow ODOR: None
Vacu-vials SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Miscible pH: 11.5
BOILING POINT: 150C MELTING POINT: -5.0C
CATALOG NOS.: R-7501, R-7501V, R-7511, R-7518, R-7540, R-7540G, VAPOR PRESSURE: N/A SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 1.03
R-7540V and R-7553 VAPOR DENSITY: N/A

DESCRIPTION: Reagent ampoules for the determination of dissolved oxygen X. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
in water. Each CHEMet contains approximately 0.50 mL of liquid reagent
sealed under vacuum. Each ULR CHEMet contains approximately 1 mL of INCOMPATIBILITIES: Acids
liquid reagent sealed under vacuum. Each Vacu-vial contains approxi- HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: When heated to decomposi-
mately 2 mL of liquid reagent sealed under vacuum. tion, oxides of carbon may be emitted.
Stable under normal conditions.
NFPA RATINGS: HEALTH: 1 FLAMMABILITY: 0 REACTIVITY: 0
XI. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
II. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
CARCINOGEN STATUS: None
COMPONENT: Diethylene Glycol No other data available at this time.
CAS NO.: 111-46-6 PERCENT: 25.0
XII. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
COMPONENT: Deionized Water
CAS NO.: 7732-18-5 PERCENT: >74.0 Diethylene Glycol has a low bioconcentration potential and is practically non-
toxic to aquatic organisms.
COMPONENT: Other components No other data available at this time.
CAS NO.: N/A PERCENT: < 1.0
XIII. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Any component of this mixture not specifically listed (e.g. "other components")
is not considered to present a carcinogen hazard. Dispose of in a manner consistent with Federal, State and Local Regulations.

III. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION XIV. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Harmful if swallowed. Not regulated.
ACUTE TOXICITY: Irritation, nausea, diarrhea, nerve depression
CHRONIC TOXICITY: Irritation, liver or kidney lesions XV. REGULATORY INFORMATION
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE: Eye, skin, liver or
kidney disorders EUROPEAN INFORMATION:
EU Symbols: Xn - HARMFUL
IV. FIRST AID MEASURES Risk Phrases: Harmful if swallowed.
Safety Phrases: If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately (show the
EYE AND SKIN CONTACT: Immediately flush eyes and skin with water for label where possible).
15 minutes. CANADIAN INFORMATION:
INGESTION: If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. WHMIS Classification: D2B
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Seek medical All chemical components of this product are listed on Canadas DSL list.
attention. U.S. INFORMATION:
INHALATION: Remove individual to fresh air. All chemical components of this product are listed on the TSCA Inventory.

V. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES XVI. OTHER INFORMATION

FLASH POINT: N/A AUTOIGNITION POINT: N/A THE ABOVE INFORMATION IS BELIEVED TO BE ACCURATE AND REPRESENTS THE BEST
FLAMMABILITY LIMITS: UPPER: N/A LOWER: N/A INFORMATION CURRENTLY AVAILABLE TO US. ALL PRODUCTS ARE OFFERED IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER'S CURRENT PRODUCTION SPECIFICATIONS
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray or foam AND ARE INTENDED SOLELY FOR USE IN ANALYTICAL TESTING. THE MANUFACTURER
SHALL IN NO EVENT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INJURY, LOSS OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM
VI. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES THE HANDLING, USE OR MISUSE OF THESE PRODUCTS.

Take up with absorbent material. Place in small containers for disposal. CHEMets, ULR CHEMets and Vacu-vials are registered trademarks of CHEMetrics, Inc.

VII. HANDLING AND STORAGE

If this product is used as directed, the user will not come in contact with or be
exposed to any of its chemical components.
Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid contact with eyes.
Fragile. Liquid in glass. Handle with care.
The reagent in these ampoules is light sensitive. Product should be stored in
the dark and at room temperature; however, temperatures up to 120F or
even below freezing will not normally affect reagent performance.

VIII. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

OSHA PEL & ACGIH TLV: N/A
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Safety glasses