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Material
Safety Data Sheets of Lactic acid
Section 1 Identification
Product number: C1956
Product name: lactic acid
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2 Hazard Identification
May be harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation. Avoid breathing
vapors, or dusts. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact
with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling
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3 First Aid Measures
May be harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation. Avoid breathing
vapors, or dusts. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact
with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling.
FIRST AID: SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash exposed area
with soap and water. if irritation persists, seek medical attention.
EYES: Wash eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
lifting lids occasionally. Seek Medical Aid. INHALATION: Remove
to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If
breathing is difficult, give oxygen
INGESTION: Give several glasses of milk or water. Vomiting may
occur spontaneously, but DO NOT INDUCE! Never give anything by
mouth to an unconscious person.
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4 Fire Fighting Measures
Fire Extinguisher Type: Water spray, Carbon dioxide, dry chemical,
powder, foam
Fire/Explosion Hazards: Thermal decomposition produces highly
toxic fumes.
Fire Fighting Procedure: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus
and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and clothing.
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5 Accidental Release Measures
Eliminate Ignition Sources. Neutralize with: Soda lime, soda ash.
Absorb with vermiculite or other inert material. Place in container
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6 Handling and Storage
Store in a cool dry well ventilated area. Keep away from heat
and flame. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
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7 Exposure Controls & Personal
Respiratory Protection:NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator
Ventilation: Local Exhaust
Other Protective Equipment: Wear appropriate clothing to prevent
skin exposure
Section 8 Stability and Reactivity Information
Stability: Stable
Conditions to Avoid: Avoid contact with incompatible materials.
Materials to Avoid: Strong oxidizing agents, acids, iodides, albumin
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Toxic fumes of: Carbon Monoxide,
Carbon Dioxide
Hazardous Polymerization: Will Not Occur
Condition to Avoid: None known
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9 Additional Information
May cause severe skin and eye irritation, corneal damage. Ingestion
causes burns in the mouth, throat, stomach. Corrosive to mucous
membranes. Conditions aggravated/target organs: Persons with pre-existing
eye, skin and respiratory conditions may be more susceptible
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