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Material Safety Data Sheet

Poly Aluminium Chloride

1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

Product details
Technical name : Poly Aluminium Chloride (PAC)

2. COMPOSITION/DATA ON COMPONENTS:
Chemical Characterization: White to light yellow odorless, hygroscopic powder
Formula : [Al2(OH)nCl6-n]m n:1-5, m≤10
CAS No. : 1327-41-9
Composition : Poly Aluminium Chloride: 100%
Uses : Poly Aluminium chloride is a polyvalent inorganic
polymer used as a coagulant in the treatment of potable
water, industrial waste water and many other waste
water situations.

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Acute:

Swallowed : Ingestion may cause nausea and/or vomiting.
Eye : May cause eye irritation.
Skin : May cause skin irritation with prolonged contact.
Inhaled : Inhalation of dust may cause mild irritation of the nose and throat.
Chronic : No data available

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

Swallowed : Rinse mouth. Give water to drink. DO NOT induce vomiting.
Seek medical advice.
Eye : Irrigate eyes thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes.
Seek medical attention if effects persist.
Skin : Remove contaminated clothing. Flush skin with water. If
effects persist, seek medical attention.
Inhaled : Remove patient from contaminated area. Consult doctor if
symptoms persist.
First Aid Facilities : Ensure an eye bath and safety shower are available and
ready for use.
Advice to Doctor : Treat symptomatically based on judgment of doctor and
individual reactions of patient.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Material is non-flammable. Severe overheating may produce hydrogen chloride gas
Reacts with alkaline products. Corrosive to metals. Releases acidic vapors upon
decomposition. Hazardous polymerisation has not been reported.
Extinguishing Media:
Fire-fighters should wear full protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus.
Use water, foam or carbon dioxide extinguishers. Use equipment/media appropriate to
surrounding fire conditions.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Spills : Clean-up personnel should wear full protective clothing including breathing
apparatus in dusty conditions. Prevent drain or sewer contamination. Keep people away from
spill - becomes slippery when wet.
Prevent material from entering drains or sewers by using sand or sawdust.
Collect for disposal and hose residues to drains with copious amounts of water.

7. HANDING AND STORAGE

Store in a dry location away from direct sources of heat. Prevent severe over- heating.
Ensure opened bags are resealed to prevent absorption of moisture. No special
transport or storage requirements.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION

Exposure Standards:
No exposure limit has been established Engineering Controls:
Local exhaust is recommended for ventilation.
Personal Protection :
Wear PVC protective gloves and boots. Wear goggles for eye protection. Wear other
industrial protective clothing to minimize contact with material. Wash hands and face
thoroughly after handling and before work breaks, eating, drinking, smoking and using
toilet facilities.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES:

Technical name : Poly Aluminium Chloride
Appearance : White-light yellow odorless, hygroscopic powder.
Formula : [Al2(OH)nCl6-n]m n:1-5, m≤10
Boiling Point : N/A deg C Melting Point : N/A deg C
Vapor Pressure : N/A
Specific Gravity : 1.29 (water = 1) Flash Point : N/A
pH : 1.8 (58% soln)
Solubility in water : Sol g/l (25 deg C)
Flammability Limits (as percentage volume in air)
Lower Explosion Limit : N/A
Upper Explosion Limit : N/A

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY:

Chemical stability : Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to avoid : Incompatible materials, acid, alkali, moisture or water.
Dangerous products of composition : Hydrogen chloride, nitrogen oxides and nitrogen.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
Oral LD50 = not available Dermal LD50 = not available Inhalation LC50 = not available
No carcinogenic, mutagenic or teratogenic effects have been reported.

12.ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION: N/A

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Dispose of in accordance with all Local, State and Federal regulations at an approved
waste disposal facility.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Proper Shipping Name : POLY ALUMINIUM CHLORIDE
UNNO. : N/A
Class : None
Allocated Sub Risk : None
Allocated Hazchem Code : N/A
Pack Group : 0
EPG No. N/A Marine Pollutant : N

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION N/A

16. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MSDS

Creation Date: Jan.01, 2010
The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best information
currently available to us. However, we make no warranty of merchantability or any other
warranty, express or implied, with respect to such information, and we assume no liability
resulting from its use. Users should make their own investigations to determine the suitability
of the information for their particular purposes. In no way shall the company be liable for any
claims, losses, or damages of any third party or for lost profits or any special, indirect,
incidental, consequential or exemplary damages, howsoever arising, even if the company
has been advised of the possibility of such amages.