MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET for QEMIFLOC VH 1007 Page 1 of 3

SECTION 1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

PRODUCT TRADE NAME: QEMIFLOC VH 1007 HMIS
CHEMICAL NAME: Copolymer of Acrylamide and Sodium Acrylate
H 1
FORMULA: Proprietary F 0
EMERGENCY PHONE: (281) 359-8188 R 0
DOT PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Not regulated PPE B
DOT HAZARD CLASS: Non-hazardous
UN NUMBER: N/A
OTHER DESIGNATIONS: CAS # 25085-02-3
MSDS REVISION DATE: Sep 24, 2007

SUPPLIER:
QEMI INTERNATIONAL, INC.
800 ROCKMEAD DR STE 120
KINGWOOD, TX 77339-2151
USA
Tel: (281) 359-8188 Fax: (281) 359-8192
http://www.qemi.com

SECTION 2. INGREDIENTS AND TOXICITY DATA

INGREDIENTS / COMPONENTS CAS REG. NO. WT % HAZARDOUS
Copolyacrylamide / Sodium Acrylate No
Not considered hazardous in accordance with OSHA Federal Regulation
29 CFR 1910.1200.
(Anionic water-soluble polymer)

TOXICITY DATA
HUMAN: None known.

ANIMAL: None known.

SECTION 3. PHYSICAL DATA

APPEARANCE: White granular solid VAPOR DENSITY,AIR=1: Not applicable
VAPOR PRESSURE,mmHg @
20C: Not applicable STATE: Solid
MELTING POINT,C: Not applicable ODOR: None
BOILING POINT,C: Not applicable pH: 4-9 @ 5 g/l
SOLUBILITY IN WATER,%: ~10 g/l VISCOSITY,cps @ 20C: Not determined
VOLATILITY,% @ 20C: Not determined SPECIFIC GRAVITY,WATER=1: 1.00 - 1.25
EVAPORATION RATE,N-BuAc=1: Not applicable

THE INFORMATION GIVEN HEREIN IS BELIEVED TO BE RELIABLE. HOWEVER, NO GUARANTEE IS MADE OR LIABILITY ASSUMED. QEMI INTERNATIONAL,
INC. DOES NOT KNOW ALL OF THE USES TO WHICH ITS PRODUCTS MAY BE UTILIZED OR THE CONDITION OF USE. THEREFORE, QEMI INTERNATIONAL
MAKES NO WARRANTY CONCERNING THE FITNESS OR SUITABILITY OF THE PRODUCT FOR A PARTICULAR USE OR PURPOSE.

Qemi International, Inc. 800 Rockmead Drive, Suite 120 Kingwood, Texas 77339 USA (281) 359-8188 (281) 359-8192 fax www.qemi.com
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SECTION 4. FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA

FLASH POINT (C): Not flammable AUTOIGNITION TEMP. (C): Not applicable
FLAMMABLE LIMITS (% BY VOLUME IN AIR, LEL/UEL): Not determined
UNUSUAL FIRE AND See decomposition products.
EXPLOSION HAZARDS:
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Water, water spray, foam, carbon dioxide (CO2), dry powder.

SPECIAL FIRE Aqueous solutions or powders that become wet render surfaces extremely slippery. No
FIGHTING PROCEDURES: special protective equipment required.

SECTION 5. REACTIVITY DATA

STABILITY: Stable
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Not applicable
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur
INCOMPATIBILITY: Oxidizing agents may cause exothermic reaction.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION Thermal decomposition may produce: Nitrogen oxide (NOx), carbon oxides.
PRODUCTS:

SECTION 6. HEALTH HAZARD DATA

HEALTH HAZARDS
INHALATION: Product is not expected to be toxic by inhalation.
INGESTION: May cause discomfort or gastrointestinal disturbance. Low oral toxicity. LD50/oral/rat>5000 mg/kg

SKIN: Non-irritating to the skin.

Testing conducted according to the Draize technique showed the material produces no corneal or iridial effects and only
EYES: slight transitory conjuctival effects similar to those which all granular materials have on conjuctivae.
UNUSUAL CHRONIC TOXICITY: None known.
FIRST AID PROCEDURES
INHALATION: Move to fresh air if subject is overcome by excessive dust. Consult a physician in case of irritation or
other symptoms.
INGESTION: No hazards which require special first aid measures.

SKIN: Wash with water and soap as a precaution. In case of skin irritation, consult a physician.

EYES: Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water. In case of persistent eye irritation, consult a physician.

THE INFORMATION GIVEN HEREIN IS BELIEVED TO BE RELIABLE. HOWEVER, NO GUARANTEE IS MADE OR LIABILITY ASSUMED. QEMI INTERNATIONAL,
INC. DOES NOT KNOW ALL OF THE USES TO WHICH ITS PRODUCTS MAY BE UTILIZED OR THE CONDITION OF USE. THEREFORE, QEMI INTERNATIONAL
MAKES NO WARRANTY CONCERNING THE FITNESS OR SUITABILITY OF THE PRODUCT FOR A PARTICULAR USE OR PURPOSE.

Qemi International, Inc. 800 Rockmead Drive, Suite 120 Kingwood, Texas 77339 USA (281) 359-8188 (281) 359-8192 fax www.qemi.com
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SECTION 7. ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS

DEGRADABILITY/AQUATIC TOXICITY: See section 9
OCTANOL/WATER PARTITION COEFFICIENT: Not determined
Incineration and/or disposal in chemical landfill. Disposer must comply with federal,
WASTE DISPOSAL METHODS state, and local laws.
RCRA STATUS OF UNUSED MATERIAL IF DISCARDED: Not a "hazardous waste"
HAZARDOUS WASTE NUMBER: Not applicable
REPORTABLE QUANTITY: EPA 40 CFR 302 (CERCLA 102): Not applicable
THRESHOLD PLANNING QUANTITY: EPA 40 CFR 335 (SERA 301-304): Not applicable
TOXIC CHEMICAL RELEASE REPORTING: EPA 40 CFR 372 (SERA 311-313): Not applicable
EPA HAZARD CLASSIFICATION CODE ACUTE CHRONIC FIRE PRESSURE REACTIVE
No No No No No

SECTION 8. SPECIAL PROTECTION DATA

RESPIRATORY Dust safety masks are recommended where concentration of total dust is more than 10 mg/m 3.
PROTECTION:
EYES AND FACE: Safety glasses with side-shields. DO NOT wear contact lenses.

HANDS, ARMS, Use rubber gloves. Chemical resistant apron or protective suit if splashing or repeated contact with
AND BODY: solution is likely.
OTHER CLOTHING Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday. Handle in accordance with good industrial
AND EQUIPMENT: hygiene and safety practice.

SECTION 9. SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS AND COMMENTS

Environmental Precautions: Do not contaminate water
Ventilation:
Local exhaust - if dusting occurs.
Natural ventilation - adequate in absence of dusts.
Normal Handling:
Avoid contact with skin, eyes, or clothing. Do not inhale dusts. Use normal personal hygiene and housekeeping.
Aqueous solutions or powders that become wet render surfaces extremely slippery.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place. (0-35C)
Spill or Leak:
Always wear personal protective equipment. Do not flush with water. Clean up promptly by scoop or vacuum. Keep in
suitable and closed containers for disposal. After cleaning, flush away traces of water.
Product solutions are extremely slippery.
Ecological Information:
Fish - LC50/Fathead minnows/96h >1000 mg/l
Algae: EC50/Selenastrum capricornutum/96h>500 mg/l
Bioaccumulation: The product is note expected to bioaccumulate.
Persisene/degradability: Not readily biodegradable.
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse empty containers with water and use he rinse water to prepare the working solution.
Can be landfilled or incinerated, when in compliance with federal regulations.

THE INFORMATION GIVEN HEREIN IS BELIEVED TO BE RELIABLE. HOWEVER, NO GUARANTEE IS MADE OR LIABILITY ASSUMED. QEMI INTERNATIONAL,
INC. DOES NOT KNOW ALL OF THE USES TO WHICH ITS PRODUCTS MAY BE UTILIZED OR THE CONDITION OF USE. THEREFORE, QEMI INTERNATIONAL
MAKES NO WARRANTY CONCERNING THE FITNESS OR SUITABILITY OF THE PRODUCT FOR A PARTICULAR USE OR PURPOSE.

Qemi International, Inc. 800 Rockmead Drive, Suite 120 Kingwood, Texas 77339 USA (281) 359-8188 (281) 359-8192 fax www.qemi.com