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MSDS Number:
Product ID#:
Preparation Date:
N/A
N/A
Revised 05/11/2010
Business Phone/Hours:
Emergency Telephone #:
24 Hr. Spill (Chemtrec):
540-639-8143
540-639-7323
1-800-424-9300
Common Name
NG
EC
DPA
NC
CAS Number
55-63-0
85-98-3
122-39-4
9004-70-0
8050-09-7
Skin:
Absorption through the skin can cause severe headache. May cause allergic
skin reaction (sensitization) in susceptible individuals.
Ingestion:
Inhalation:
Inhalation of dust or vapor can cause severe headache. Avoid breathing dust,
vapor, or mist.
Exposure
Symptoms:
Irritation
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NTP: NA
Cancer Information:
OSHA: NA
IARC: NA
Remove contact lenses. Hold eyelids apart. Immediately flush eyes with plenty
of low-pressure water for at least 15 minutes. Get immediate medical attention.
Skin:
Ingestion:
Inhalation:
Doctor Notes:
NA
Protective Equipment:
Cleanup spills with a soft bristle brush and conductive rubber pan or rubber
shovel. Use conductive containers. Avoid pinching material or metal to
metal contact. Avoid sharp objects, sand, glass, grit or other material that
sensitizes explosives.
Waste Disposal:
Disposal (if explosive) should be carried out under the direct supervision of a
qualified person. For industrial disposal, federal hazardous waste regulation
allows open burning of explosive waste in permitted facilities. Check with
Local authorities before disposal.
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CAS #
Nitroglycerin
4.0 40%
55-63-0
Nitrocellulose
Diphenylamine
Remainder
0 1%
9004-70-0
122-39-4
Ethyl Centralite
Rosin
0 1%
0 4%
85-98-3
Engineering Controls:
Respiratory Protection:
8050-09-7
Hand Protection:
Impervious gloves
Eye Protection:
Safety glasses
Hygiene Controls:
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NA
Solubility:
Negligible at 20C
Melting Point:
Vapor Pressure:
Vapor Density:
Flash Point:
NA
Negligible at 20C
NA
NA
Ignition Temp.:
UEL:
LEL:
NA
NA
NA
1.5 (approximate)
NA
NA
Small black/gray
flakes
Specific Gravity:
pH:
Odor:
Appearance:
Incompatibilities:
Conditions to Avoid:
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Smokeless powder
for small arms(100
pounds or less)
NA3178
4.1
I
Unlisted:
Exempt:
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Fire
Reactive
Weight %:
4.0-40
0-1
Other:
Wastes associated with the propellant portion of this product may be considered RCRA
Hazardous Wastes (40 CFR Part 261)
(a) because it is listed (P081) due to Nitroglycerin content
DANGER !
FLAMMABLE/EXPLOSIVE
KEEP AWAY FROM HEAT, SPARKS OR OPEN FLAME
MAY CAUSE SKIN IRRITATION
Residual dust may ignite.
Ingestion may cause nausea, omitting and possible loss of consciousness.
FIRST AID: In case of contact, immediately flush skin with water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes.
Call physician if irritation develops and persists.
In case of spill: Use soft natural bristle brush and conductive rubber or conductive plastic shovel and dispose
accordingly.
Read product-specific MSDS for more details
Abbreviation Key:
ACHIH:
AICS:
AIHA WEEL:
ANSI:
C:
CASRN:
CERCLA:
DSL:
EIECCS:
HMIS:
IARC:
MITI:
N/A:
NDSL:
NFPA:
NOR:
NTP:
OSHA:
PEL:
RCRA:
RQ:
STEL:
TLV:
TPQ:
TSCA:
TWA:
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Disclaimer:
Although the information contained in this material safety data sheet has been compiled from sources
believed to be reliable, no warranty, guaranty or representation is made as to the accuracy or
completeness of the information contained herein and no responsibility or liability is assumed regarding
the suitability of this information for the users intended purpose or the consequences of its use. The
user of this product must decide what safety measures are necessary to safely use this product, either
alone or in combination with other products, and determine its obligations under any applicable federal,
state, or local law or regulation.
Corporate MSDS Template Version I.doc
ANSI Z-400.2003
11/30/05
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