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1H-Benzotriazole, 6(or7)-methyl-, sodium salt (1:1)

GE Betz Canada Material Safety Data Sheet
2010 Winston Park Drive
Suite 400 Issue Date: 18-JAN-2002
Oakville, Ontario L6H 5R7
Business telephone: (905) 829-5000

EMERGENCY TELEPHONE (Health/Accident): (800) 877-1940

1 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

PRODUCT NAME:

INHIBITOR AZ8104

PRODUCT APPLICATION AREA:

WATER-BASED CORROSION INHIBITOR.

2 COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Information for specific product ingredients as required by the
WHMIS Regulations is listed. Refer to additional sections of this
MSDS for our assessment of the potential hazards of this formulation.

HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS:

Cas# Chemical Name Range(w/w%)

202420-04-0 CHLOROTOLYLTRIAZOLE SODIUM SALT 10-30
Potential irritant
ORAL LD50: NO DATA.
DERMAL LD50: NO DATA.
INHL. LC50: NO DATA.

NOT ASSIGNED DICHLOROTOLYLTRIAZOLE 1-5
Potential irritant; NOTE: This is an impurity and is
exempt under TSCA PMN requirements.
ORAL LD50: NO DATA.
DERMAL LD50: NO DATA.
INHL. LC50: NO DATA.

64665-57-2 BENZOTRIAZOLE,METHYL,SODIUM SALT (SODIUM 1-5
TOLYLTRIAZOLE),(TTA)
Corrosive (eyes and skin); toxic (by ingestion)
ORAL LD50-RAT: 675 MG/KG
DERMAL LD50-RABBIT: >2,000 MG/KG
INHL. LC50-RAT: 1.75 MG/L/3H
No component is considered to be a carcinogen by the U.S. National
Toxicology Program (NTP), the International Agency for Research on Cancer
(IARC) or under WHMIS.

3 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
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EMERGENCY OVERVIEW

May cause moderate irritation to the skin. Severe irritant to the
eyes. Mists/aerosols may cause irritation to upper respiratory
tract.

Odor: Slight; Appearance: Yellow To Amber, Liquid

Fire fighters should wear positive pressure self-contained breathing
apparatus(full face-piece type). Proper fire-extinguishing media:
dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam or water
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POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS

ACUTE SKIN EFFECTS:
Primary route of exposure; May cause moderate irritation to the
skin.

ACUTE EYE EFFECTS:
Severe irritant to the eyes.

ACUTE RESPIRATORY EFFECTS:
Mists/aerosols may cause irritation to upper respiratory tract.

INGESTION EFFECTS:
May cause gastrointestinal irritation with possible nausea,
vomiting, abdominal discomfort and diarrhea.

TARGET ORGANS:
Prolonged or repeated exposures may cause primary irritant
dermatitis.

MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED:
Not known.

SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE:
Causes irritation of the skin, eyes, and/or respiratory system.

4 FIRST AID MEASURES
SKIN CONTACT:
Wash thoroughly with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing.
Thoroughly wash clothing before reuse. Get medical attention if
irritation develops or persists.
EYE CONTACT:
Remove contact lenses. Hold eyelids apart. Immediately flush eyes
with plenty of low-pressure water for at least 15 minutes. Get
immediate medical attention.
INHALATION:
If nasal, throat or lung irritation develops - remove to fresh air
and get medical attention.
INGESTION:
Do not feed anything by mouth to an unconscious or convulsive
victim. Do not induce vomiting. Immediately contact physician.
Dilute contents of stomach using 3-4 glasses milk or water.
NOTES TO PHYSICIANS:
No special instructions

5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FIRE FIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS:
Fire fighters should wear positive pressure self-contained breathing
apparatus (full face-piece type).
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:
dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam or water
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:
Thermal decomposition (destructive fires) yields elemental oxides.
FLASH POINT:
> 200F > 93C P-M(CC)

6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
PROTECTION AND SPILL CONTAINMENT:
Ventilate area. Use specified protective equipment. Contain and
absorb on absorbent material. Place in waste disposal container.
Flush area with water. Wet area may be slippery. Spread sand/grit.
DISPOSAL INSTRUCTIONS:
The waste characteristics of the absorbed material, or any contaminated
soil, should be determined in accordance with provincial regulations.
Water contaminated with this product may be sent to a sanitary sewer
treatment facility, in accordance with any local agreement or
discharged under provincial regulations.
Incinerate or land dispose in an approved landfill.

7 HANDLING & STORAGE
HANDLING:
Alkaline. Do not mix with acidic material.
STORAGE:
Keep containers closed when not in use. Store in cool ventilated
location. Store away from oxidizers.

8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
EXPOSURE LIMITS
Consult local authorities for acceptable provincial values.

CHEMICAL NAME

CHLOROTOLYLTRIAZOLE SODIUM SALT
PEL (OSHA): NOT DETERMINE TLV (ACGIH): NOT DETERMINE
DICHLOROTOLYLTRIAZOLE
PEL (OSHA): NOT DETERMINE TLV (ACGIH): NOT DETERMINE
BENZOTRIAZOLE,METHYL,SODIUM SALT (SODIUM TOLYLTRIAZOLE),(TTA)
PEL (OSHA): NOT DETERMINE TLV (ACGIH): NOT DETERMINE
ENGINEERING CONTROLS:
Adequate ventilation to maintain air contaminants below exposure
limits.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:
If air-purifying respirator use is appropriate, use a respirator
with dust/mist filters.
SKIN PROTECTION:
neoprene gloves-- Wash off after each use. Replace as necessary.
EYE PROTECTION:
splash proof chemical goggles

9 PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Specific Grav.(70F,21C) 1.132 Vapor Pressure (mmHG) ~ 18.0
Freeze Point (F) 12 Vapor Density (air=1) < 1.00
Freeze Point (C) -11
Viscosity(cps 70F,21C) 13 % Solubility (water) 100.0

Odor Slight
Appearance Yellow To Amber
Physical State Liquid
Flash Point P-M(CC) > 200F > 93C
pH As Is (approx.) 12.7
Evaporation Rate (Ether=1) < 1.00

NA = not applicable ND = not determined

10 STABILITY & REACTIVITY
STABILITY:
Stable under normal storage conditions.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:
Will not occur.
INCOMPATIBILITIES:
May react with strong oxidizers.
DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:
Thermal decomposition (destructive fires) yields elemental oxides.
INTERNAL PUMPOUT/CLEANOUT CATEGORIES:
"B"

11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Oral LD50 RAT: 2,550 mg/kg
NOTE - Value is for tested material 1.6 times more concentrated
28 Day Oral RAT:
NOTE - NOEL: 1,000 mg/kg/day
Dermal LD50 RAT: >8,000 mg/kg
NOTE - Value is for tested material 1.6 times more concentrated
Skin Irritation Score RABBIT: CORROSIVE
NOTE - Value is for tested material 1.6 times more concentrated
Eye Irritation Score RABBIT: CORROSIVE
NOTE - Value is for tested material 1.6 times more concentrated
Skin Sensitization G.PIG: NEGATIVE
NOTE - Magnusson & Kligman method
Ames Assay BACTERIA: NEGATIVE
Non-Ames Mutagenicity : WEAK POSIT.
NOTE - In Vitro chromosome aberration test in human lymphocytes
Non-Ames Mutagenicity : NEGATIVE
NOTE - In Vivo Mouse Micronucleus Test

12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
AQUATIC TOXICOLOGY
Ceriodaphnia 48 Hour Static Renewal Bioassay
LC50= 124; No Effect Level= 75 mg/L
Ceriodaphnia 7 Day Chronic Bioassay
Reproduction NOEL= 20; Reproduction LOEC= 40 mg/L
Daphnia magna 21 Day Chronic Bioassay (pH adjusted)
Reproduction EC50= 50; Reproduction NOEL= 27 mg/L
Daphnia magna 48 Hour Static Acute Bioassay (pH adjusted)
EC50= 210; EC0= 155 mg/L
Daphnia magna 48 Hour Static Renewal Bioassay (pH adjusted)
LC50= 217; No Effect Level= 148 mg/L
Fathead Minnow 28 Day Chronic Flow-Thru Bioassay (pH adjusted)
Survival NOEL= 4.2; Survival LOEL= 8.3 mg/L
Fathead Minnow 96 Hour Static Acute Bioassay (pH adjusted)
LC50= 135; No Effect Level= 15 mg/L
Fathead Minnow 96 Hour Static Renewal Bioassay (pH adjusted)
LC50= 50.7; No Effect Level= 21.8 mg/L
Mysid Shrimp 48 Hour Static Acute Bioassay (pH adjusted)
LC50= 53; No Effect Level= 25 mg/L
Rainbow Trout 96 Hour Static Renewal Bioassay
LC50= 15.4; No Effect Level= 6.3 mg/L
Sheepshead Minnow 96 Hour Static Acute Bioassay (pH adjusted)
LC50= 132; No Effect Level= 100 mg/L

BIODEGRADATION
BOD-28 (mg/g): 15
BOD-5 (mg/g): 15
COD (mg/g): 300
TOC (mg/g): 100

13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Incinerate or bury in approved landfill. Please be advised that there
may be additional local or provincial requirements relating to the
disposal of waste. Consult provincial and local regulations regarding
the proper disposal of this material.

14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Transportation of Dangerous Goods:
Proper Shipping Name: Corrosive Liquids, n.o.s.
(Sodium Hydroxide Solution)
PIN: UN1760; Classification: 8(9.2); Packing Group: III

15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria
of the CPR and the MSDS contains all the information required by the CPR.
CEPA:
All components of this product comply with substance notification
requirements under CEPA.
WHMIS CLASSIFICATION:
E
FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION:
No FDA approval for paper or paperboard having food contact.

16 OTHER INFORMATION
NFPA/HMIS CODE TRANSLATION

Health 2 Moderate Hazard
Fire 1 Slight Hazard
Reactivity 0 Minimal Hazard
Special ALK pH above 12.0
(1) Protective Equipment B Goggles,Gloves

(1) refer to section 8 of MSDS for additional protective equipment
recommendations.

CHANGE LOG

EFFECTIVE
DATE REVISIONS TO SECTION: SUPERCEDES
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MSDS status: 28-MAY-1996 ** NEW **
31-MAY-1996 28-MAY-1996
16-AUG-1996 12 31-MAY-1996
25-NOV-1996 2,8 16-AUG-1996
03-DEC-1996 2,8 25-NOV-1996
09-OCT-1997 8 03-DEC-1996
05-NOV-1997 09-OCT-1997
02-APR-1998 12 05-NOV-1997
07-AUG-1998 11 02-APR-1998
17-AUG-1998 2,8 07-AUG-1998
02-SEP-1998 12 17-AUG-1998
05-OCT-1998 12 02-SEP-1998
20-NOV-1998 2 05-OCT-1998
03-DEC-1998 3,7,8,10,14,16 20-NOV-1998
01-APR-1999 12 03-DEC-1998
26-MAY-1999 2,8 01-APR-1999
23-AUG-1999 12 26-MAY-1999
25-AUG-1999 12 23-AUG-1999
28-DEC-1999 15 25-AUG-1999
18-JAN-2002 4 28-DEC-1999

Prepared by the Regulatory Affairs Group
Telephone: 1(905)829-5000 Date of preparation: 18-JAN-2002

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