Citrate.pdf

Date Prepared: February 24, 1998______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________Product Name: E-Z-EM, Inc.
717 Main StreetWestbury, NY 11590 Note: For information on product codes 3066, 6863, contact Perrigo Company at (615) 459-8900______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ For information on the bisacodyl pills and bisacodyl suppositories contact Paddock Labs at (612)546-4676. ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________Boiling Point: N/A Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1): N/A Solubility in Water: Magnesium carbonate is insoluble in water, the other ingredients are soluble.
Appearance & Odor: Orange granules, slight orange odor.
______________________________________________________________________________ SECTION IV - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA ______________________________________________________________________________Flash Point (method): N/A Fire Extinguishing Media: Use extinguishing media that is suitable for surrounding fire.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Firefighters should wear full protective equipment and self- contained breathing apparatus with full face piece.
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards: None known Toxic Gases Emitted: carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, metallic oxides.
______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________Stability: Stable Incompatible materials: Acids, strong oxidizers.
Decomposition products: Not Tested ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL): Total Dust - 10 mg/m3 Time Weighted Average (TWA) Threshold Limit Value (TLV): Total Dust: 10 mg/m3 TWA Short-Term Exposure Limit (STEL): Not Established Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, Ingestion Health Hazards (acute and chronic): Through normal routes of entry, not expected to be a hazard.
In some cases where skin and eye contact occurs, product may cause irritation. No adverse health effects expected from chronic exposure.
______________________________________________________________________________ SECTION VI - HEALTH HAZARD DATA contd.
______________________________________________________________________________Carcinogenicity: None identified Effects of exposure: May cause eye and skin irritation. If exposure levels are exceeded viainhalation, difficulty in breathing may occur. If large quantities are ingested, will cause diarrheaand abdominal pain.
Medical conditions generally aggravated by exposure: None known when used as directed.
Emergency and First Aid procedures: Eye contact - Flush with water for at least 15 minutes, seek medical attention. Skin contact - wash area thoroughly with soap and water.
If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
If ingested - when taken in proper dosage, there is no causefor concern. If large quantities, seek medical attentionimmediately.
______________________________________________________________________________ SECTION VII - SPILL AND DISPOSAL INFORMATION ______________________________________________________________________________Steps to be taken in case material is released or spilled: Wear appropriate protective equipment, such as nitrile gloves and safety goggles. Sweep up theproduct and place in an appropriate container. Try to minimize the amount of dust generated. Label container appropriately.
Dispose of materials in accordance with all federal, state and local environmental regulations. ______________________________________________________________________________ SECTION VIII - HANDLING AND STORAGE PRECAUTIONS ______________________________________________________________________________Store in a dry and cool environment with the temperature at 50°F - 70°F. Avoid unnecessary skincontact or inhalation.
Do not smoke, eat or drink while handling products. Practice good industrial and personalhygiene to avoid unnecessary exposure. Use only under the supervision of a physician. ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________Respiratory Protection: If exposure levels are exceeded, use a dust respirator. Use adequate local exhaust ventilation to keep dust levels as low aspossible. Local exhaust is recommended when exposure levels may beexceeded.
Always ensure there is an emergency eye wash in the area.
Disclaimer: The information contained in this Material Safety Data Sheet is believed to be correct, but does not purport to be all inclusive, and should only be used as a guide.
E-Z-EM Inc. or subsidiaries of shall not be held liable for any damage resultingfrom the handling or contact with these products.
This is an electronic document. Any alteration to the original renders this documentinvalid. The holder shall be held liable for any alterations made to this document.

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