MsDs Virkons Use Dilution

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Pharmacal Research Laboratories Inc. • 562 Captain Neville Drive, Waterbury CT 06705
(203) 755-4908 • 800-243-5350 • FAX (203) 755-4309
www.pharmacal.com
Revised Date: 02/10/2010

(1) IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND COMPANY
RODUCT: VIRKON-S EPA REG # 62432-1

IMPORTER: Pharmacal Research Laboratories
562 Captain Neville Drive Waterbury CT 06705
Tel: 800-243-5350
Virkon is the trade name of a disinfectant active against viruses, bacteria, and
fungi pathogenic to animals and poultry. It is composed of peroxygen
compounds, organic acids, surfactant and buffer.
The information provided in this Material Safety Data Sheet refers to the Virkon S in-use
solutions, unless otherwise stated.
SECTION 1 - MANUFACTURING INFORMATION

Product is manufactured by DuPont Chemical Solutions Enterprise, 1007 Market
Street, Wilmington, DE 19898
SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION INFORMATION

Active Ingredients
Potassium peroxymonosulfate (CAS # 70693-62-8)……..1%
Water ………………………….99%
SECTION 3 - PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Boiling Point …………………..……………………… Decomposes on Heating
Vapor Pressure .……………………………………… Not Applicable
Vapor Density ………………..………………………. Not Applicable
Evaporation Rate …………………………………… Not Applicable
Solubility in Water ..………………………………… Freely soluble in warm water
approximately 65g/l at 20ºC (68ºF)
Specific Gravity ………………………..……………… 1.07
Melting Point ………………………………………….. Not Applicable
Appearance ……………………………………………. Yellow liquid
SECTION 4 - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA

Flash Point ……………………………..……………… Not Applicable
Flammable Limits ………………………..……………. Not Applicable
Extinguishing Media …………………….……………. Water, Dry Powder, CO2
Special Fire Fighting Procedures ………..………….. Wear self-contained
breathing apparatus SCUBA
and full protective
equipment.
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SECTION 5 - HEALTH - HAZARD DATA

Acute Dermal Toxicity:
Powder: LD50 greater than 2.0g/kg in rabbits.
Acute Oral Toxicity:
Powder: LD50 of 1.70g/kg in male rats and 1.16g/kg in female rats.
Dilution: LD5 of 4123 mg/kg in male and female rats. This is considered to be
slightly toxic (LD5 500-5000mg/kg).
Acute Inhalation Toxicity:
Powder: LC50 greater than 6.147mg/l of air over 4 hours in male and female
rats.
Dilution: LC50 @ 4 hour exposure is greater than 6 mg/l (by analytical determination).
Test article was calculated at a 5% w/w dilution.
Guinea Pig Dermal Sensitization:
Powder does not appear to be a primary skin irritant, fatiguing agent or skin
sensitizer.
Dilution: No risk phrase is required for VIRKON 1% solution in respect to its skin
sensitization potential. Does not appear to be a primary skin irritant.
Primary Skin Irritation: The powder is corrosive to the skin of rabbits with an
irritation index of 7.00. A dilution of 5% results in an irritation index of 0.08 in
rabbits.
Primary Eye Irritation: The powder is corrosive to rabbits` eyes. A dilution of
5% produces conjunctival irritation.
Effects of Overexposure: Inhalation of dust may cause choking, coughing or
wheezing. A 1% solution is normally non-irritating.
Emergency First Aid

Hazards To Humans and Domestic Animals - Danger, powder is
corrosive. Causes skin burns and irreversible eye damage. Harmful if
swallowed, absorbed through skin or inhaled. Do not get in eyes, on skin,
or on clothing. Wear protective clothing and rubber gloves. Avoid
breathing dust. Wear goggles, face shield or safety glasses. Wash
thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Remove contaminated
clothing and wash before reuse. Corrosive statement refers to powder
only, not in –use solution.
Practical Treatment:
If in eyes, hold eyelids open and flush with a steady, gentle stream of
water for 15 minutes. Get prompt medical attention. If on skin, wash with
plenty of soap and water. Get medical attention if irritation persists.
If inhaled intervention is indicated as the compound is not likely to be hazardous

by inhalation. Consult physician if necessary.
If swallowed, do not induce vomiting. DO NOT GIVE ANYTHING TO DRINK.

Call a physician immediately. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious
person.

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Notice to Physician: Probable mucosal damage may contraindicate the

use of gastric lavage.
SECTION 6 - REACTIVITY DATA

Stability: Solution is stable for 7 days @ normal temperatures and storage
conditions
Conditions To Avoid: Moisture, direct sunlight and excessive heat.
Incompatibilities: Avoid alkaline materials.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Releases sulfur dioxide gas and chlorine
upon heating above 70ºC (158ºF)
SECTION 7 - SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURE

Contain spilled material. Neutralize and then dispose of material in accordance
with all Federal, State, and Local Regulations.
CHEMICAL NEUTRALIZATION:
Treating Virkon S 1% with an alkali will expedite the degradation of the oxidizing
system, and neutralize the acidity. By adding Sodium Bicarbonate at a rate of
30g per liter of Virkon S 1% solution, the pH will raise to approximately 7.6, which
is most beneficial when considering neutralization. This equates to 114 grams or
4 ounces of Sodium Bicarbonate per 1 US gallon of Virkon S 1:100 (1%)
solution.
SECTION 8 - SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION

Respiratory Protection ………………… Dust/Mist Respirator N95 3M # 8210
Protective Clothing ………………………………………. PVC Gloves, Goggles
NFPA HMIS
Health-1 Fire-0 Reac- 0
SECTION 9- TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION

TRANSPORTATION INCIDENT INFORMATION:
NOT TRANSPORTED IN THIS FORM
DOT IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
N/A
SHIPPING DESCRIPTION:
NOT TRANSPORTED IN THIS FORM
The information contained in this MSDS is, to the best of Antec International`s
and Pharmacal Research Laboratories’s knowledge, complete and accurate.
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Dupont uses many sources and references for gathering this information. Thus
Dupont and Pharmacal Research Laboratories cannot guarantee completeness
or
accuracy and disclaims all liability for its handling and use.

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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

Revised Date: 02/10/2010

RODUCT: VIRKON-S EPA REG # 62432-1

SECTION 1 - MANUFACTURING INFORMATION

SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION INFORMATION

SECTION 3 - PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS

SECTION 4 - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA

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SECTION 5 - HEALTH - HAZARD DATA

Emergency First Aid

If inhaled intervention is indicated as the compound is not likely to be hazardous

If swallowed, do not induce vomiting. DO NOT GIVE ANYTHING TO DRINK.

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Notice to Physician: Probable mucosal damage may contraindicate the

SECTION 6 - REACTIVITY DATA

SECTION 7 - SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURE

SECTION 8 - SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION

SECTION 9- TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION

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