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What does MSDS stand for?
How many sections does a MSDS have?
16
What is contained in Section 1 of a MSDS?
Identification of the chemical and recommended uses.
What does Section 2 of a MSDS address?
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What information is provided in Section 3 of a MSDS?
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What is addressed in Section 6 of a MSDS?
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What is discussed in Section 8 of a MSDS?
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What properties are described in Section 9 of a MSDS?
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What kind of information can you find in Section 10 of a MSDS?
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What is provided in Section 11 of a MSDS?
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Study Notes
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
- MSDS provides crucial information on the hazards (health, fire, reactivity, environmental) of chemicals and safety guidelines for handling them.
- Comprises 16 sections that systematically present data about the chemical product.
Section 1 - Identification
- Identifies the chemical product and its recommended uses.
Section 2 - Hazards Identification
- Outlines potential hazards associated with the chemical, including flammability and warning details.
Section 3 - Composition
- Details all ingredients, chemical names, common names, synonyms, and trade secret claims regarding substances and mixtures.
Section 4 - First Aid Measures
- Describes initial care for untrained responders in case of chemical exposure.
Section 5 - Fire-Fighting Measures
- Provides strategies for effective fire response related to the chemical.
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
- Outlines appropriate responses to spills, leaks, or releases of the chemical.
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
- Offers guidance on safe handling practices and storage conditions for chemicals.
Section 8 - Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
- Indicates exposure limits, necessary engineering controls, and personal protective measures to reduce worker exposure.
Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
- Describes the appearance, physical state, color, odor, vapor pressure, pH, solubility, boiling point, and evaporation rate of the chemical.
Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
- Discusses the reactivity hazards associated with the chemical and its stability information.
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
- Identifies health effects and toxicological information related to inhalation, ingestion, or contact with skin and eyes.
Section 12 - Ecological Information
- Evaluates the environmental impact of the chemical if released into the environment.
Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
- Provides recommendations for the safe disposal of the chemical and its container, including recycling and reclamation options.
Section 14 - Transport Information
- Offers guidance on classification for shipping and transporting hazardous chemicals.
Section 15 - Regulatory Information
- Covers safety, health, and environmental regulations applicable to the product, not mentioned elsewhere in the MSDS.
Section 16 - Other Information
- Indicates the preparation date of the MSDS and the date of any revisions, alongside relevant references.
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