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P.O.Box 389 MSDS No: M00223
Loveland, CO USA 80539
(970) 669-3050

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

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1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product Name: Phenolphthalein Indicator Solution 5 g/l
Catalog Number: 16232

Hach Company Emergency Telephone Numbers:

P.O.Box 389 (Medical and Transportation)
Loveland, CO USA 80539 (303) 623-5716 24 Hour Service
(970) 669-3050 (515)232-2533 8am - 4pm CST

MSDS Number: M00223

Chemical Name: Not applicable
CAS Number: Not applicable
Additional CAS No. (for hydrated forms): Not applicable
Chemical Formula: Not applicable
Chemical Family: Not applicable
Intended Use: Laboratory Reagent Indicator for pH
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2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
GHS Classification:
Hazard categories: Acute Toxicity: Acute Tox. 4-Orl . . Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation:Eye Irrit. 2
Carcinogenicity: Carc. 1B Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Single Exposure: STOT SE 3
GHS Label Elements:
DANGER

Hazard statements: Harmful if swallowed. . . Causes serious eye irritation. May cause cancer. May cause drowsiness
or dizziness.
Precautionary statements: Obtain special instructions before use. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
Wear eye protection. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present
and easy to do. Continue rinsing. IF INHALED: Remove victim/person to fresh air and keep at rest in a position
comfortable for breathing. IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. Rinse
mouth. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical
advice/attention. . If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep
container tightly closed.
HMIS:
Health: 1*
Flammability: 1
Reactivity: 0
Protective Equipment: X - See protective equipment, Section 8.
NFPA:
Health: 1
Flammability: 1
Reactivity: 0
Symbol: Not applicable
WHMIS Hazard Classification: Class D, Division 2, Subdivision A - Very toxic materials (other toxic effects) Class D,
Division 2, Subdivision B - Toxic material (other toxic effects)
 WHMIS Symbols: Other Toxic Effects
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3. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Hazardous Components according to GHS:
Diethylene Glycol Monoethyl Ether

CAS Number: 111-90-0

Chemical Formula: C6H14O3
GHS Classification: Acute Tox. 4-Orl, H302; Acute Tox. 5-Derm, H313; Skin Irrit. 3, H316; Eye Irrit. 2A, H319;
STOT Single 3, H336
Percent Range: >98
Percent Range Units: weight / weight
PEL: Not established
TLV: Not established

WHMIS Symbols: Other Toxic Effects

Phenolphthalein

CAS Number: 77-09-8

Chemical Formula: C20H14O4
GHS Classification: Carc. 1B H350; Muta.2, H341; Repr. 2 H361f
Percent Range: 0.1 - 1.0
Percent Range Units: weight / volume
PEL: Not established
TLV: Not established

WHMIS Symbols: Other Toxic Effects

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4. FIRST AID MEASURES
General Information: In the event of exposure, show this Material Safety Data Sheet and label (where possible) to a
doctor.
Advice to doctor: Treat symptomatically.
Eye Contact: Immediately flush eyes with water for 15 minutes. Call physician.
Skin Contact (First Aid): Wash skin with plenty of water for 15 minutes. Call physician immediately.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air.
Ingestion (First Aid): Do not induce vomiting. Give large quantities of water. Call physician immediately. Never give
anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
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5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flammable Properties: Can burn in fire, releasing toxic vapors.
Fire Fighting Instruction: As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand and full protective
gear.
Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical. Carbon dioxide Alcohol foam.
Extinguishing Media NOT To Be Used: Not applicable
Fire / Explosion Hazards: None reported
Hazardous Combustion Products: Toxic fumes of: carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
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6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Spill Response Notice:
Only persons properly qualified to respond to an emergency involving hazardous substances may respond to a spill
according to federal regulations (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120(a)(v)) and per your company's emergency response plan and
guidelines/procedures. See Section 13, Special Instructions for disposal assistance. Outside of the US, only persons
properly qualified according to state or local regulations should respond to a spill involving chemicals.
Containment Technique: Absorb spilled liquid with non-reactive sorbent material.
Clean-up Technique: Cover with an inert material, such as sand. Sweep up material. Dispose of material in government
approved hazardous waste facility. Decontaminate the area of the spill with a soap solution.
 Evacuation Procedure: Evacuate as needed to perform spill clean-up. If conditions warrant, increase the size of the
evacuation.
DOT Emergency Response Guide Number: Not applicable
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7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling: Avoid contact with eyes skin clothing Do not breathe mist or vapors. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Maintain general industrial hygiene practices when using this product.
Storage: Protect from: heat
Flammability Class: Not applicable
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8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls: Maintain general industrial hygiene practices when using this product.
Personal Protective Equipment:
Eye Protection: chemical splash goggles
Skin Protection: disposable latex gloves In the EU, the selected gloves must satisfy the specifications of EU Directive
89/686/EEC and standard EN 374 derived from it. lab coat
Inhalation Protection: adequate ventilation
Precautionary Measures: Avoid contact with: eyes skin clothing Do not breathe: mist/vapor Wash thoroughly after
handling. Protect from: heat
TLV: Not established
PEL: Not established
For Occupational Exposure Limits (OEL) for ingredients, see section 3 - Composition/Information on Ingredients.:
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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance: Clear
Physical State: Liquid
Molecular Weight: Not applicable
Odor: Bland
Odor Threshold: 1.1 ppm
pH: Not determined
Metal Corrosivity:
Corrosivity Classification: Not classified as corrosive to metals according to GHS criteria.
Steel: Not determined
Aluminum: Not determined
Specific Gravity/ Relative Density (water = 1; air =1): Not determined
Viscosity: Not determined
Solubility:
Water: Miscible
Acid: Not determined
Other: Soluble in Ethanol, Acetone, Benzene, Ether, Pyridine
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol / water): Not determined
Coefficient of Water / Oil: Not determined
Melting Point: Not determined
Decomposition Temperature: Not determined
Boiling Point: 203 °C (399 °F)
Vapor Pressure: Not determined
Vapor Density (air = 1): 4.62
Evaporation Rate (water = 1): Not determined
Volatile Organic Compounds Content: Not determined
Flammable Properties:
Flash Point: 253 °F (123 °C)
Method: Open cup
Flammability Limits:
Lower Explosion Limits: 2%
Upper Explosion Limits: 12.3%
Autoignition Temperature: Not available
Explosive Properties:
Not classified according to GHS criteria.
 Oxidizing Properties:
Not classified according to GHS criteria.
Reactivity Properties:
Not classifed as self-reactive, pyrophoric, self-heating or emitting flammable gases in contact with water according to GHS
criteria.
Gas under Pressure:
Not classified according to GHS criteria.
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10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability: Stable when stored under proper conditions.
Mechanical Impact: None reported
Static Discharge: None reported.
Reactivity / Incompatibility: None reported
Hazardous Decomposition: None reported
Conditions to Avoid: Contact with heat, sparks, open flames or other ignition sources. Moisture: substance is hygroscopic.
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11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxicokinetics, Metabolism and Distribution: No information available for mixture.
Toxicologically Synergistic Products: None reported
Acute Toxicity: Acute Toxicity Estimate (ATE) - Calculated from Ingredient Toxicity Data Route Data Given Below
Oral Rat LD50 = 1911 mg/kg
Dermal Rabbit LD50 = 4221 mg/kg
Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Single Exposure (STOT-SE): Target Organs Central nervous system
Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Repeat Exposure (STOT-RE): Based on classification principles, the classification
criteria are not met.
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Mildly irritating to skin.
Eye Damage: Irritating to eyes.
Sensitization: Based on classification principles, the classification criteria are not met.
CMR Effects/Properties (carcinogenic, mutagenic or toxic to reproduction): Contains Listed Carcinogen
Phenolphthalein (0.5%)
An ingredient of this mixture is: IARC Group 2B: Experimental Carcinogen
Phenolphthalein
An ingredient of this mixture is: NTP Listed Group 2B: Experimental Carcinogen
Phenolphthalein
This product does NOT contain any OSHA listed carcinogens.
Symptoms/Effects:
Ingestion: May cause: drunkenness incoordination dizziness drowsiness headache nausea confusion
Inhalation: May cause: respiratory tract irritation central nervous system depression
Skin Absorption: Harmful if absorbed through the skin
Chronic Effects: Chronic overexposure may cause cancer central nervous system effects liver damage kidney damage
eye irritation skin irritation
Medical Conditions Aggravated: Pre-existing: Liver conditions Kidney conditions Respiratory conditions Skin
conditions Eye conditions
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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Product Ecological Information: --
No ecological data available for this product. Mobility in soil: No data available Based on classification principles, not
classified as hazardous to the environment.
CEPA Categorization: Not Persistent or Bioaccumulative. Not inherently toxic to aquatic organisms.
Ingredient Ecological Information: --
Ecological data for ingredients is not indicative of likely ecological harm.
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13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
EPA Waste ID Number: Not applicable
Special Instructions (Disposal): Incinerate material at an E.P.A. approved hazardous waste facility.
 Empty Containers: Rinse three times with an appropriate solvent. Collect rinsate and dispose of according to local, state or
federal regulations. Dispose of empty container as normal trash. In the US, rinsate from empty containers is classified as
hazardous waste and should be disposed of at an E.P. A. approved facility. Rinsate from empty containers may contain
sufficient product to require disposal as hazardous waste.
NOTICE (Disposal): These disposal guidelines are based on federal regulations and may be superseded by more stringent
state or local requirements. Please consult your local environmental regulators for more information. In Europe: Chemical
and analysis solutions must be disposed of in compliance with the respective national regulations. Product packaging must
be disposed of in compliance with the country-specific regulations or must be passed to a packaging return system.
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14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
D.O.T.:
D.O.T. Proper Shipping Name: Not Currently Regulated
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Hazard Class: NA
Subsidiary Risk: NA
ID Number: NA
Packing Group: NA
T.D.G.:
Proper Shipping Name: Not Currently Regulated
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Hazard Class: NA
Subsidiary Risk: NA
UN Number/PIN: NA
Packing Group: NA
I.C.A.O.:
I.C.A.O. Proper Shipping Name: Not Currently Regulated
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Hazard Class: NA
Subsidiary Risk: NA
ID Number: NA
Packing Group: NA
I.M.O.:
Proper Shipping Name: Not Currently Regulated
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Hazard Class: NA
Subsidiary Risk: NA
ID Number: NA
Packing Group: NA
Additional Information: There is a possibility that this product could be contained in a reagent set or kit composed of
various compatible dangerous goods. If the item is NOT in a set or kit, the classification given above applies. If the item IS
part of a set or kit, the classification would change to the following: UN3316 Chemical Kit, Class 9, PG II or III. If the item
is not regulated, the Chemical Kit classification does not apply.
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15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
U.S. Federal Regulations:
O.S.H.A.: This product meets the criteria for a hazardous substance as defined in the Hazard Communication Standard.
(29 CFR 1910.1200)
E.P.A.:
S.A.R.A. Title III Section 311/312 Categorization (40 CFR 370): Immediate (Acute) Health Hazard Delayed
(Chronic) Health Hazard
S.A.R.A. Title III Section 313 (40 CFR 372): This product contains a chemical(s) subject to the reporting
requirements of Section 313 of Title III of SARA.
Glycol ether
302 (EHS) TPQ (40 CFR 355): Not applicable
304 CERCLA RQ (40 CFR 302.4): Not applicable
304 EHS RQ (40 CFR 355): Not applicable
Clean Water Act (40 CFR 116.4): Not applicable
RCRA: Contains no RCRA regulated substances.
State Regulations:
 California Prop. 65: WARNING - This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer.
Identification of Prop. 65 Ingredient(s): Phenolphthalein
California Perchlorate Rule CCR Title 22 Chap 33: Not applicable
Trade Secret Registry: Not applicable
National Inventories:
U.S. Inventory Status: All ingredients in this product are listed on the TSCA 8(b) Inventory (40 CFR 710).
CAS Number: Not applicable
Canadian Inventory Status: All ingredients of this product are DSL Listed.
EEC Inventory Status: All ingredients used to make this product are listed on EINECS / ELINCS.
Australian Inventory (AICS) Status: All ingredients are listed.
New Zealand Inventory (NZIoC) Status: All components either listed or exempt.
Korean Inventory (KECI) Status: All components of this product are either listed, listed as the anhydrous compound or
exempt.
Japan (ENCS) Inventory Status: All components either listed or exempt.
China (PRC) Inventory (MEP) Status: All components either listed or exempt.
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16. OTHER INFORMATION
References: 29 CFR 1900 - 1910 (Code of Federal Regulations - Labor). Air Contaminants, Federal Register, Vol. 54, No.
12. Thursday, January 19, 1989. pp. 2332-2983. TLV's Threshold Limit Values and Biological Exposure Indices for
1992-1993. American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists, 1992. The Merck Index, 11th Ed. Rahway,
New Jersey: Merck and Co., Inc., 1989. CCINFO RTECS. Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety.
Hamilton, Ontario Canada: 30 June 1993. Sax, N. Irving. Dangerous Properties of Industrial Materials, 7th Ed. New
York: Van Nostrand Reinhold Co., 1989. Technical Judgment. Vendor Information.
Complete Text of H phrases referred to in Section 3: H302 Harmful if swallowed. . H316 Causes mild skin irritation.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness. H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects.
H350 May cause cancer. H361fd Suspected of damaging fertility. Suspected of damaging the unborn child.
Revision Summary: Substantial revision to comply with EU Reg 1272/2008, Reg 1907/2006 and UN GHS (
ST/SG/AC.10/36/Add.3).
Date of MSDS Preparation:
Day: 21
Month: August
Year: 2014
MSDS Prepared: MSDS prepared by Product Compliance Department extension 3350
CCOHS Evaluation Note: It is offered under exemption from WHMIS labeling as specified in the Controlled Products
Regulation (CPR) Section 17. It is offered under the interim policy that was established by Health Canada permitting use
of GHS-formatted safety data sheets in Canada prior to revision of CPR to GHS. This product has been classified and
labeled in accordance with the requirements of GHS (ST/SG/AC.10/36/Add.3). This SDS has been prepared in accordance
with the requirements of GHS (ST/SG/AC.10/36/Add.3).
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Legend:
NA - Not Applicable w/w - weight/weight
ND - Not Determined w/v - weight/volume
NV - Not Available v/v - volume/volume

USER RESPONSIBILITY: Each user should read and understand this information and incorporate it in individual site safety
programs in accordance with applicable hazard communication standards and regulations.

THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IS BASED ON DATA CONSIDERED TO BE ACCURATE.

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