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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET for

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QEMIFLOC VH 1007

SECTION 1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION PRODUCT TRADE NAME: CHEMICAL NAME:

QEMIFLOC VH 1007 Copolymer of Acrylamide and Sodium Acrylate

FORMULA:

Proprietary

EMERGENCY PHONE:

(281) 359-8188

HMIS

H F R PPE

DOT PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Not regulated Non-hazardous DOT HAZARD CLASS: UN NUMBER:

N/A

OTHER DESIGNATIONS:

CAS # 25085-02-3

MSDS REVISION DATE:

Sep 24, 2007

SUPPLIER:

1 0 0 B

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.

Copolyacrylamide / Sodium Acrylate

WT %

HAZARDOUS 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 @ 20°C:

Not applicable

STATE:

Solid

MELTING POINT,°C:

Not applicable

ODOR:

None

BOILING POINT,°C:

Not applicable

pH:

SOLUBILITY IN WATER,%: VOLATILITY,% @ 20°C: EVAPORATION RATE,N-BuAc=1:

~10 g/l Not determined

VISCOSITY,cps @ 20°C: SPECIFIC GRAVITY,WATER=1:

4-9 @ 5 g/l Not determined 1.00 - 1.25

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

FLAMMABLE LIMITS (% BY VOLUME IN AIR, LEL/UEL):

AUTOIGNITION TEMP. (°C): Not determined

UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS:

See decomposition products.

EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:

Water, water spray, foam, carbon dioxide (CO2), dry powder.

Not applicable

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

SECTION 5. REACTIVITY DATA STABILITY:

Stable

CONDITIONS TO AVOID:

Not applicable

HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur Oxidizing agents may cause exothermic reaction. INCOMPATIBILITY: 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.

EYES:

Testing conducted according to the Draize technique showed the material produces no corneal or iridial effects and only 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

WASTE DISPOSAL METHODS

Incineration and/or disposal in chemical landfill. Disposer must comply with federal, 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

No

No

No

PRESSURE REACTIVE No

No

SECTION 8. SPECIAL PROTECTION DATA RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:

Dust safety masks are recommended where concentration of total dust is more than 10 mg/m 3.

EYES AND FACE:

Safety glasses with side-shields. DO NOT wear contact lenses.

HANDS, ARMS, AND BODY:

Use rubber gloves. Chemical resistant apron or protective suit if splashing or repeated contact with 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. (0-35°C) 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