MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET PRODUCT

NALCO 2543 PULV

EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER(S) (800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTREC

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CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

NALCO 2543 PULV BOILER FEEDWATER TREATMENT Nalco Company 1601 W. Diehl Road Naperville, Illinois 60563-1198 (800) 424-9300 (24 Hours) CHEMTREC

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NFPA 704M/HMIS RATING HEALTH : 1/2 FLAMMABILITY : 1/1 INSTABILITY : 0 = Insignificant 1 = Slight 2 = Moderate 3 = High 4 = Extreme

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COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Our hazard evaluation has identified the following chemical substance(s) as hazardous. Consult Section 15 for the nature of the hazard(s). Hazardous Substance(s) Sodium Sulfite CAS NO 7757-83-7 % (w/w) 20.0 - 40.0

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HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
**EMERGENCY OVERVIEW**

WARNING Contains Sulfite. Irritating to respiratory system. May cause skin and eye irritation. Causes asthmatic signs and symptoms in hyper-reactive individuals. Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. Do not take internally. Do not breathe dust. Wear suitable protective clothing. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of soap and water. May evolve oxides of sulfur (SOx) under fire conditions. May evolve oxides of carbon (COx) under fire conditions. PRIMARY ROUTES OF EXPOSURE : Eye, Skin HUMAN HEALTH HAZARDS - ACUTE : EYE CONTACT : Can cause mild irritation. SKIN CONTACT : Can cause mild irritation.

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INGESTION : Not a likely route of exposure. May cause asthmatic-like attack. INHALATION : Irritant to respiratory system. Causes asthmatic signs and symptoms in hyper-reactive individuals. SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE : Acute : A review of available data does not identify any symptoms from exposure not previously mentioned. Chronic : A review of available data does not identify any symptoms from exposure not previously mentioned. AGGRAVATION OF EXISTING CONDITIONS : A review of available data does not identify any worsening of existing conditions.

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FIRST AID MEASURES

EYE CONTACT : Immediately flush eye with water for at least 15 minutes while holding eyelids open. If irritation persists, repeat flushing. Get immediate medical attention. SKIN CONTACT : Remove contaminated clothing. Wash off affected area immediately with plenty of water. If symptoms persist, call a physician. INGESTION : Do not induce vomiting without medical advice. If conscious, washout mouth and give water to drink. If symptoms develop, seek medical advice. INHALATION : Remove to fresh air, treat symptomatically. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If symptoms develop, seek medical advice. NOTE TO PHYSICIAN : Based on the individual reactions of the patient, the physician's judgement should be used to control symptoms and clinical condition.

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FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

None

FLASH POINT :

EXTINGUISHING MEDIA : Not expected to burn. Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire. FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD : May evolve oxides of sulfur (SOx) under fire conditions. May evolve oxides of carbon (COx) under fire conditions.

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SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIRE FIGHTING : In case of fire, wear a full face positive-pressure self contained breathing apparatus and protective suit.

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ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS : Notify appropriate government, occupational health and safety and environmental authorities. Use personal protective equipment recommended in Section 8 (Exposure Controls/Personal Protection). METHODS FOR CLEANING UP : Sweep up and shovel. Reclaim into recovery or salvage drums. Dispose of material in compliance with regulations indicated in Section 13 (Disposal Considerations). ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS : Do not contaminate surface water.

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HANDLING AND STORAGE

HANDLING : Do not take internally. Ensure all containers are labelled. Avoid eye and skin contact. Avoid generating dusts. STORAGE CONDITIONS : Store separately from oxidizers. Keep in dry place. Store separately from acids.

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EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS : Exposure guidelines have not been established for this product. Available exposure limits for the substance(s) are shown below. Exposure limits are listed for sulfur dioxide (SO2) since this product evolves SO2 when open to the atmosphere. ACGIH/TLV : Substance(s) Sodium Sulfite Sulfur Dioxide

TWA: 2 ppm , 5.2 mg/m3 STEL: 5 ppm , 13 mg/m3

OSHA/PEL : Substance(s) Sodium Sulfite Sulfur Dioxide

TWA: 2 ppm , 5 mg/m3 STEL: 5 ppm , 13 mg/m3

ENGINEERING MEASURES : General ventilation is recommended. Local exhaust ventilation may be necessary when dusts or mists are generated.

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RESPIRATORY PROTECTION : Respiratory protection is not normally needed. An approved respirator must be worn if the occupational exposure limit is likely to be exceeded. A dust respirator may be used. HAND PROTECTION : Nitrile gloves, PVC gloves, Neoprene gloves, Rubber gloves, Butyl gloves, Cloth gloves SKIN PROTECTION : Wear standard protective clothing. EYE PROTECTION : Wear safety glasses with side-shields. HYGIENE RECOMMENDATIONS : Keep an eye wash fountain available. Keep a safety shower available. HUMAN EXPOSURE CHARACTERIZATION : Based on our recommended product application and personal protective equipment, the potential human exposure is: High

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PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Powder Dark brown None Complete 10.6

PHYSICAL STATE APPEARANCE ODOR SOLUBILITY IN WATER pH (1 %)

Note: These physical properties are typical values for this product and are subject to change.

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STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

STABILITY : Stable under normal conditions. HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION : Hazardous polymerization will not occur. CONDITIONS TO AVOID : Moisture MATERIALS TO AVOID : Contact with strong oxidizers (e.g. chlorine, peroxides, chromates, nitric acid, perchlorate, concentrated oxygen, permanganate) may generate heat, fires, explosions and/or toxic vapors. Contact with strong acids (e.g. sulfuric, phosphoric, nitric, hydrochloric, chromic, sulfonic) may generate heat, splattering or boiling and toxic vapors.

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HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS : Under fire conditions: Oxides of sulfur, Oxides of carbon

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TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

No toxicity studies have been conducted on this product. CARCINOGENICITY : None of the substances in this product are listed as carcinogens by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), the National Toxicology Program (NTP) or the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH). HUMAN HAZARD CHARACTERIZATION : Based on our hazard characterization, the potential human hazard is: Low

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ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

ECOTOXICOLOGICAL EFFECTS : The following results are for a similar product. ACUTE FISH RESULTS : Species Bluegill Sunfish Rainbow Trout

Exposure 96.00 hrs 96.00 hrs

LC50 > 1,000 mg/l > 1,000 mg/l

Test Descriptor Similar Product Similar Product

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARD AND EXPOSURE CHARACTERIZATION Based on our hazard characterization, the potential environmental hazard is: Low Based on our recommended product application and the product's characteristics, the potential environmental exposure is: High If released into the environment, see CERCLA/SUPERFUND in Section 15.

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DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

If this product becomes a waste, it is not a hazardous waste as defined by the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) 40 CFR 261, since it does not have the characteristics of Subpart C, nor is it listed under Subpart D. As a non-hazardous waste, it is not subject to federal regulation. Consult state or local regulation for any additional handling, treatment or disposal requirements. For disposal, contact a properly licensed waste treatment, storage, disposal or recycling facility.

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TRANSPORT INFORMATION

The information in this section is for reference only and should not take the place of a shipping paper (bill of lading) specific to an order. Please note that the proper Shipping Name / Hazard Class may vary by packaging, properties, and mode of transportation. Typical Proper Shipping Names for this product are as follows. The presence of an RQ component (Reportable Quantity for U.S. EPA and DOT) in this product causes it to be regulated with an additional description of RQ for road, or as a class 9 for road and air, ONLY when the net weight in the package exceeds the calculated RQ for the product. LAND TRANSPORT : Proper Shipping Name : Technical Name(s) : UN/ID No : Hazard Class - Primary : Packing Group : Flash Point : DOT Reportable Quantity (per package) : DOT RQ Component : AIR TRANSPORT (ICAO/IATA) : Proper Shipping Name : Technical Name(s) : UN/ID No : Hazard Class - Primary : Packing Group : IATA Cargo Packing Instructions : IATA Cargo Aircraft Limit : MARINE TRANSPORT (IMDG/IMO) : Proper Shipping Name : PRODUCT IS NOT REGULATED DURING TRANSPORTATION ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S. SODIUM PHOSPHATE, TRIBASIC UN 3077 9 III 911 NO LIMIT (Max net quantity per package) ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S. SODIUM PHOSPHATE, TRIBASIC UN 3077 9 III None 12,000 lbs SODIUM PHOSPHATE, TRIBASIC

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REGULATORY INFORMATION

NATIONAL REGULATIONS, USA : OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION RULE, 29 CFR 1910.1200 : Based on our hazard evaluation, the following substance(s) in this product is/are hazardous and the reason(s) is/are shown below.

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Sodium Sulfite : Respiratory irritant CERCLA/SUPERFUND, 40 CFR 117, 302 : If a reportable quantity of product is released, it requires notification to the NATIONAL RESPONSE CENTER, WASHINGTON, D.C. (1-800-424-8802). This product contains the following Reportable Quantity (RQ) Substance. Also listed is the RQ for the product. RQ Substance Sodium Tripolyphosphate RQ 12,000 lbs

SARA/SUPERFUND AMENDMENTS AND REAUTHORIZATION ACT OF 1986 (TITLE III) - SECTIONS 302, 311, 312, AND 313 : SECTION 302 - EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 355) : This product does not contain substances listed in Appendix A and B as an Extremely Hazardous Substance. SECTIONS 311 AND 312 - MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET REQUIREMENTS (40 CFR 370) : Our hazard evaluation has found this product to be hazardous. The product should be reported under the following indicated EPA hazard categories: X Immediate (Acute) Health Hazard Delayed (Chronic) Health Hazard Fire Hazard Sudden Release of Pressure Hazard Reactive Hazard

Under SARA 311 and 312, the EPA has established threshold quantities for the reporting of hazardous chemicals. The current thresholds are: 500 pounds or the threshold planning quantity (TPQ), whichever is lower, for extremely hazardous substances and 10,000 pounds for all other hazardous chemicals. SECTION 313 - LIST OF TOXIC CHEMICALS (40 CFR 372) : This product does not contain substances on the List of Toxic Chemicals. TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT (TSCA) : The substances in this preparation are included on or exempted from the TSCA 8(b) Inventory (40 CFR 710) FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION (FDA) Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act : When use situations necessitate compliance with FDA regulations, this product is acceptable under : 21 CFR 173.310 Boiler Water Additives Limitations: no more than required to produce intended technical effect. FEDERAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL ACT, CLEAN WATER ACT, 40 CFR 401.15 / formerly Sec. 307, 40 CFR 116.4 / formerly Sec. 311 : This product contains the following substances listed in the regulation: Substance(s) Sodium Tripolyphosphate Citations Sec. 311

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CLEAN AIR ACT, Sec. 112 (40 CFR 61, Hazardous Air Pollutants), Sec. 602 (40 CFR 82, Class I and II Ozone Depleting Substances) : None of the substances are specifically listed in the regulation. CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 : This product does not contain substances which require warning under California Proposition 65. MICHIGAN CRITICAL MATERIALS : None of the substances are specifically listed in the regulation.

STATE RIGHT TO KNOW LAWS : The following substances are disclosed for compliance with State Right to Know Laws: Sodium Sulfite Sodium Tripolyphosphate Polyethylene-propylene glycol, monobutyl ether NATIONAL REGULATIONS, CANADA : WORKPLACE HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INFORMATION SYSTEM (WHMIS) : This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations (CPR) and the MSDS contains all the information required by the CPR. WHMIS CLASSIFICATION : D2B - Materials Causing Other Toxic Effects - Toxic Material CANADIAN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT (CEPA) : This product contains substance(s) which are found on the Non-Domestic Substances List (NDSL), or are not in compliance with other Canadian Acts. 7757-83-7 7758-29-4 9038-95-3

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OTHER INFORMATION

Due to our commitment to Product Stewardship, we have evaluated the human and environmental hazards and exposures of this product. Based on our recommended use of this product, we have characterized the product's general risk. This information should provide assistance for your own risk management practices. We have evaluated our product's risk as follows: * The human risk is: Low * The environmental risk is: Low Any use inconsistent with our recommendations may affect the risk characterization. Our sales representative will assist you to determine if your product application is consistent with our recommendations. Together we can implement an appropriate risk management process.

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This product material safety data sheet provides health and safety information. The product is to be used in applications consistent with our product literature. Individuals handling this product should be informed of the recommended safety precautions and should have access to this information. For any other uses, exposures should be evaluated so that appropriate handling practices and training programs can be established to insure safe workplace operations. Please consult your local sales representative for any further information. REFERENCES Threshold Limit Values for Chemical Substances and Physical Agents and Biological Exposure Indices, American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists, OH., (Ariel Insight# CD-ROM Version), Ariel Research Corp., Bethesda, MD. Hazardous Substances Data Bank, National Library of Medicine, Bethesda, Maryland (TOMES CPS# CD-ROM Version), Micromedex, Inc., Englewood, CO. IARC Monographs on the Evaluation of the Carcinogenic Risk of Chemicals to Man, Geneva: World Health Organization, International Agency for Research on Cancer. Integrated Risk Information System, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Washington, D.C. (TOMES CPS# CDROM Version), Micromedex, Inc., Englewood, CO. Annual Report on Carcinogens, National Toxicology Program, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Public Health Service. Title 29 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 1910, Subpart Z, Toxic and Hazardous Substances, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), (Ariel Insight# CD-ROM Version), Ariel Research Corp., Bethesda, MD. Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Cincinnati, OH, (TOMES CPS# CD-ROM Version), Micromedex, Inc., Englewood, CO. Ariel Insight# (An integrated guide to industrial chemicals covered under major regulatory and advisory programs), North American Module, Western European Module, Chemical Inventories Module and the Generics Module (Ariel Insight# CD-ROM Version), Ariel Research Corp., Bethesda, MD. The Teratogen Information System, University of Washington, Seattle, WA (TOMES CPS# CD-ROM Version), Micromedex, Inc., Englewood, CO.

Prepared By : Product Safety Department Date issued : 05/09/2006 Version Number : 1.5

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