CAS : 15421-15-5
ProductName : Potassium L-ascorbate
10134 - P22 DEVELOPER - A - ILFOCHROME RAPID REVISION DATE : 30/7/98
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
P22 DEVELOPER - A - ILFOCHROME RAPI
1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
P22 DEVELOPER - A - ILFOCHROME RAPI TRADE NAME:
DE 22.15 Part A
SYNONYMS:
IP920327DE22.15
PART No.:
0
UN/NA (PIN) No.:
FOR MEDICAL EMERGENCY IN THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA CALL
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE:
1-800-842-9660 (PRODUCT MISUSE). FOR TRANSPORTATION EMERGENCY
CALL CHEMTREC 1-800-424-9300.
ILFORD Imaging USA Inc
SUPPLIER:
West 70 Century Road, Paramus, NJ 07653
Tel: 201-265-6000
Bryan Sammartino
CONTACT PERSON:
2. COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
INGREDIENT NAME: CAS No.: CONTENTS : EPA RQ: TPQ:
DIETHYLENETRIAMINE PENTAACETIC ACID- 67-43-6 0-1 %
NA5
BORIC ACID 10043-35-3 1-5 %
POTASSIUM SULFITE 10117-38-1 5-10 %
SODIUM SULPHITE 7757-83-7 1-5 %
POTASSIUM BROMIDE 7758-02-3 0-1 %
POTASSIUM ASCORBATE 15421-15-5 1-5 %
POTASSIUM METABORATE 13709-94-9 1-5 %
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW:
Colorless or pale yellow, odorless, weakly alkaline, water-based, non-flammable liquid
Not regarded as a health hazard under current legislation.
ACUTE EFFECTS:
No specific health warnings noted.
INHALATION:
No specific health warnings noted.
INGESTION:
No specific health warnings noted.
SKIN:
No specific health warnings noted.
EYES:
CHRONIC EFFECTS:
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HEALTH WARNINGS:
No specific health warnings noted.No specific acute or chronic health impact noted, but this chemical may still
have adverse impact on human health, either in general or on certain individuals with pre-existing or latent
health problems.
ROUTE OF ENTRY:
Ingestion. Skin and/or eye contact.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
No recommendation given, but first aid may still be required in case of accidental exposure, inhalation or
INHALATION:
ingestion of this chemical. If in doubt, GET MEDICAL ATTENTION PROMPTLY!
Rinse mouth thoroughly. Drink plenty of water. Get medical attention if any discomfort continues.
INGESTION:
Rinse with water.
SKIN:
Make sure to remove any contact lenses from the eyes before rinsing. Promptly wash eyes with lots of water
EYES:
while lifting the eye lids. Continue to rinse for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention if any discomfort
continues.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:
This material is not flammable. Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire.
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS:
Fire creates: Irritating gases/vapors/fumes. Sulfur dioxide.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
SPILL CLEAN-UP PROCEDURES:
Non-hazardous substance. Do not contaminate drainage or waterways. Absorb spill with non-reactive absorbent
and place in non-reactive containers for disposal. Contain Spill. Use large quantities of water to flush small spills
to sanitary sewer if local regulations permit. Do not flush to septic tank. See Section 13 for disposal
considerations. Flush with plenty of water to clean spillage area. Prevent discharge of larger quantity to drain.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING PRECAUTIONS:
Avoid spilling, skin and eye contact. Read and follow manufacturer's recommendations. Provide good
ventilation.
STORAGE PRECAUTIONS:
Keep in cool, dry, ventilated storage and closed containers. Keep in original container.
STORAGE CRITERIA:
Chemical storage.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
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PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
ENGINEERING CONTROLS:
Provide eyewash station and safety shower.
Provide adequate general and local exhaust ventilation. Must not be handled in confined spaces without adequate
VENTILATION:
ventilation. General room ventilation should provide for 10 - 15 room air changes per hour.
RESPIRATORS: Not relevant.
PROTECTIVE GLOVES:
Use protective gloves made of: Rubber (natural,latex). Neoprene. Polyethylene.
EYE PROTECTION:
If risk of splashing, wear safety goggles or face shield.
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING:
Wear appropriate clothing to prevent any possibility of skin contact.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Liquid. Water soluble.
APPEARANCE/PHYSICAL STATE:
Colorless.
COLOR:
No characteristic odor.
ODOR:
Soluble in water.
SOLUBILITY DESCRIPTION:
212 PRESSURE: 760mmHg
BOILING POINT (??F, interval):
1.16 TEMPERATURE (??F): 68
DENSITY/SPECIFIC GRAVITY (g/ml):
9.7
pH-VALUE, CONC. SOLUTION:
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Normally stable.
STABILITY:
CONDITIONS TO AVOID:
Avoid excessive heat for prolonged periods of time. Avoid contact with acids.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:
Will not polymerize.
MATERIALS TO AVOID:
Avoid contact with other photographic solutions and/or cleaning compounds.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:
Irritating gases/vapors/fumes of: Sulfur dioxide.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
boric acid 2660 mg/kg (oral rat)
TOXIC DOSE - LD 50:
TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
This chemical formulation has not been tested for health effects. Exposure effects listed are based on existing
health data for the individual components which comprise the mixture.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
5600 boric acid; >300 DTPA
LC 50, 96 HRS, FISH, mg/l:
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226 boric acid; >10 DTPA
EC 50, 48 HRS, DAPHNIA, mg/l:
ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
Not regarded as dangerous for the environment.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
DISPOSAL METHODS:
Unused and spent solutions may be allowed to be discharged to sanitary sewer by permit IF allowed by local
regulations. Consult your local authority for advice. Waste may have to be pretreated before discharge. Consult
local authorities before discharging any waste to sewer. Do not discharge to septic system. Waste that cannot be
discharged to sewer may have to handled by a licensed hazardous waste contractor.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
To obtain additional information on packaging for shipment refer to the Code of
GENERAL:
Federal Regulations - CFR 49 and your carrier.
U.S. DOT:
0
UN/NA No.:
No DOT label requirement noted
U.S. DOT HAZARD LABEL:
No classification noted.
U.S. DOT CLASS:
Not classified for road transport
INFORMATION ON ROAD TRANSPORT:
SEA TRANSPORT:
Not classified for sea transport
INFORMATION ON SEA TRANSPORT:
AIR TRANSPORT:
Not classified for air transport
INFORMATION ON AIR TRANSPORT:
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
REGULATORY STATUS OF INGREDIENTS:
NAME: CAS No: TSCA: CERCLA: SARA 302: SARA 313: DSL(CAN):
DIETHYLENETRIAMINE PENTAACETIC 67-43-6 Yes No No No Yes
ACID-
NA5
POTASSIUM SULFITE 10117-38-1 Yes No No No
POTASSIUM BROMIDE 7758-02-3 Yes No No No Yes
POTASSIUM ASCORBATE 15421-15-5 Yes No No No
POTASSIUM METABORATE 13709-94-9 Yes No No No
US FEDERAL REGULATIONS:
TSCA: The ingredients of this product are on the TSCA Inventory.
REGULATORY STATUS:
NTP-Annual Plan (DHHS). Hazardous waste (Calif. Adm. Code-T 22)
ENVIRONMENTAL LISTING:
16. OTHER INFORMATION
4/5
10134 - P22 DEVELOPER - A - ILFOCHROME RAPID REVISION DATE : 30/7/98
ILFORD IMAGING USA INC. BELIEVES THE INFORMATION AN USER NOTES:
RECOMMENDATIONS CONTAINED HEREIN ARE BASED ON CORRECT
AND FACTUAL DATA. HOWEVER, NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED GUARANTEE
OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND IS MADE WITH RESPECT TO THIS
INFORMATION. USE THIS INFORMATION ONLY TO SUPPLEMENT OTHE INFORMATION YOU HAVE GATHERED AND THEN MAKE AN
INDEPENDENT DETERMINATION ABOUT THE COMPLETENESS AN SUITABILITY OF ALL INFORMATION TO INSURE THE PROPER USE AN DISPOSAL OF THIS PRODUCT AND THE HEALTH AND SAFETY OF
EMPLOYEES AND CUSTOMERS.
European Photographic Chemical Industry Code of Practice For Classification And
INFORMATION SOURCES:
Labelling Material Safety Data Sheet, Misc. manufacturers. Safeware Quasar Ltd
USA Regulatory Information ANSI Z400.1-1998 Material Safety Data Sheets -
Preparation
Dr D W Butcher, ILFORD IMAGING Limited, Mobberley, Knutsford, Cheshire,
PREPARED BY:
WA16 7JL. ENGLAND.
16/5/97
REVISION No./Repl. MSDS of:
5/5
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
P22 DEVELOPER - A - ILFOCHROME RAPI
1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
P22 DEVELOPER - A - ILFOCHROME RAPI TRADE NAME:
DE 22.15 Part A
SYNONYMS:
IP920327DE22.15
PART No.:
0
UN/NA (PIN) No.:
FOR MEDICAL EMERGENCY IN THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA CALL
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE:
1-800-842-9660 (PRODUCT MISUSE). FOR TRANSPORTATION EMERGENCY
CALL CHEMTREC 1-800-424-9300.
ILFORD Imaging USA Inc
SUPPLIER:
West 70 Century Road, Paramus, NJ 07653
Tel: 201-265-6000
Bryan Sammartino
CONTACT PERSON:
2. COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
INGREDIENT NAME: CAS No.: CONTENTS : EPA RQ: TPQ:
DIETHYLENETRIAMINE PENTAACETIC ACID- 67-43-6 0-1 %
NA5
BORIC ACID 10043-35-3 1-5 %
POTASSIUM SULFITE 10117-38-1 5-10 %
SODIUM SULPHITE 7757-83-7 1-5 %
POTASSIUM BROMIDE 7758-02-3 0-1 %
POTASSIUM ASCORBATE 15421-15-5 1-5 %
POTASSIUM METABORATE 13709-94-9 1-5 %
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW:
Colorless or pale yellow, odorless, weakly alkaline, water-based, non-flammable liquid
Not regarded as a health hazard under current legislation.
ACUTE EFFECTS:
No specific health warnings noted.
INHALATION:
No specific health warnings noted.
INGESTION:
No specific health warnings noted.
SKIN:
No specific health warnings noted.
EYES:
CHRONIC EFFECTS:
1/5
10134 - P22 DEVELOPER - A - ILFOCHROME RAPID REVISION DATE : 30/7/98
HEALTH WARNINGS:
No specific health warnings noted.No specific acute or chronic health impact noted, but this chemical may still
have adverse impact on human health, either in general or on certain individuals with pre-existing or latent
health problems.
ROUTE OF ENTRY:
Ingestion. Skin and/or eye contact.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
No recommendation given, but first aid may still be required in case of accidental exposure, inhalation or
INHALATION:
ingestion of this chemical. If in doubt, GET MEDICAL ATTENTION PROMPTLY!
Rinse mouth thoroughly. Drink plenty of water. Get medical attention if any discomfort continues.
INGESTION:
Rinse with water.
SKIN:
Make sure to remove any contact lenses from the eyes before rinsing. Promptly wash eyes with lots of water
EYES:
while lifting the eye lids. Continue to rinse for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention if any discomfort
continues.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:
This material is not flammable. Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire.
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS:
Fire creates: Irritating gases/vapors/fumes. Sulfur dioxide.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
SPILL CLEAN-UP PROCEDURES:
Non-hazardous substance. Do not contaminate drainage or waterways. Absorb spill with non-reactive absorbent
and place in non-reactive containers for disposal. Contain Spill. Use large quantities of water to flush small spills
to sanitary sewer if local regulations permit. Do not flush to septic tank. See Section 13 for disposal
considerations. Flush with plenty of water to clean spillage area. Prevent discharge of larger quantity to drain.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING PRECAUTIONS:
Avoid spilling, skin and eye contact. Read and follow manufacturer's recommendations. Provide good
ventilation.
STORAGE PRECAUTIONS:
Keep in cool, dry, ventilated storage and closed containers. Keep in original container.
STORAGE CRITERIA:
Chemical storage.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
2/5
10134 - P22 DEVELOPER - A - ILFOCHROME RAPID REVISION DATE : 30/7/98
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
ENGINEERING CONTROLS:
Provide eyewash station and safety shower.
Provide adequate general and local exhaust ventilation. Must not be handled in confined spaces without adequate
VENTILATION:
ventilation. General room ventilation should provide for 10 - 15 room air changes per hour.
RESPIRATORS: Not relevant.
PROTECTIVE GLOVES:
Use protective gloves made of: Rubber (natural,latex). Neoprene. Polyethylene.
EYE PROTECTION:
If risk of splashing, wear safety goggles or face shield.
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING:
Wear appropriate clothing to prevent any possibility of skin contact.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Liquid. Water soluble.
APPEARANCE/PHYSICAL STATE:
Colorless.
COLOR:
No characteristic odor.
ODOR:
Soluble in water.
SOLUBILITY DESCRIPTION:
212 PRESSURE: 760mmHg
BOILING POINT (??F, interval):
1.16 TEMPERATURE (??F): 68
DENSITY/SPECIFIC GRAVITY (g/ml):
9.7
pH-VALUE, CONC. SOLUTION:
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Normally stable.
STABILITY:
CONDITIONS TO AVOID:
Avoid excessive heat for prolonged periods of time. Avoid contact with acids.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:
Will not polymerize.
MATERIALS TO AVOID:
Avoid contact with other photographic solutions and/or cleaning compounds.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:
Irritating gases/vapors/fumes of: Sulfur dioxide.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
boric acid 2660 mg/kg (oral rat)
TOXIC DOSE - LD 50:
TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
This chemical formulation has not been tested for health effects. Exposure effects listed are based on existing
health data for the individual components which comprise the mixture.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
5600 boric acid; >300 DTPA
LC 50, 96 HRS, FISH, mg/l:
3/5
10134 - P22 DEVELOPER - A - ILFOCHROME RAPID REVISION DATE : 30/7/98
226 boric acid; >10 DTPA
EC 50, 48 HRS, DAPHNIA, mg/l:
ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
Not regarded as dangerous for the environment.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
DISPOSAL METHODS:
Unused and spent solutions may be allowed to be discharged to sanitary sewer by permit IF allowed by local
regulations. Consult your local authority for advice. Waste may have to be pretreated before discharge. Consult
local authorities before discharging any waste to sewer. Do not discharge to septic system. Waste that cannot be
discharged to sewer may have to handled by a licensed hazardous waste contractor.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
To obtain additional information on packaging for shipment refer to the Code of
GENERAL:
Federal Regulations - CFR 49 and your carrier.
U.S. DOT:
0
UN/NA No.:
No DOT label requirement noted
U.S. DOT HAZARD LABEL:
No classification noted.
U.S. DOT CLASS:
Not classified for road transport
INFORMATION ON ROAD TRANSPORT:
SEA TRANSPORT:
Not classified for sea transport
INFORMATION ON SEA TRANSPORT:
AIR TRANSPORT:
Not classified for air transport
INFORMATION ON AIR TRANSPORT:
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
REGULATORY STATUS OF INGREDIENTS:
NAME: CAS No: TSCA: CERCLA: SARA 302: SARA 313: DSL(CAN):
DIETHYLENETRIAMINE PENTAACETIC 67-43-6 Yes No No No Yes
ACID-
NA5
POTASSIUM SULFITE 10117-38-1 Yes No No No
POTASSIUM BROMIDE 7758-02-3 Yes No No No Yes
POTASSIUM ASCORBATE 15421-15-5 Yes No No No
POTASSIUM METABORATE 13709-94-9 Yes No No No
US FEDERAL REGULATIONS:
TSCA: The ingredients of this product are on the TSCA Inventory.
REGULATORY STATUS:
NTP-Annual Plan (DHHS). Hazardous waste (Calif. Adm. Code-T 22)
ENVIRONMENTAL LISTING:
16. OTHER INFORMATION
4/5
10134 - P22 DEVELOPER - A - ILFOCHROME RAPID REVISION DATE : 30/7/98
ILFORD IMAGING USA INC. BELIEVES THE INFORMATION AN USER NOTES:
RECOMMENDATIONS CONTAINED HEREIN ARE BASED ON CORRECT
AND FACTUAL DATA. HOWEVER, NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED GUARANTEE
OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND IS MADE WITH RESPECT TO THIS
INFORMATION. USE THIS INFORMATION ONLY TO SUPPLEMENT OTHE INFORMATION YOU HAVE GATHERED AND THEN MAKE AN
INDEPENDENT DETERMINATION ABOUT THE COMPLETENESS AN SUITABILITY OF ALL INFORMATION TO INSURE THE PROPER USE AN DISPOSAL OF THIS PRODUCT AND THE HEALTH AND SAFETY OF
EMPLOYEES AND CUSTOMERS.
European Photographic Chemical Industry Code of Practice For Classification And
INFORMATION SOURCES:
Labelling Material Safety Data Sheet, Misc. manufacturers. Safeware Quasar Ltd
USA Regulatory Information ANSI Z400.1-1998 Material Safety Data Sheets -
Preparation
Dr D W Butcher, ILFORD IMAGING Limited, Mobberley, Knutsford, Cheshire,
PREPARED BY:
WA16 7JL. ENGLAND.
16/5/97
REVISION No./Repl. MSDS of:
5/5
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