Material Safety Data Sheet
AVA K 142
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCES/PREPARATION AND THE COMPANY UNDERTAKING
Product Name AVA K 142
Application Shale stabilizer
Supplier Ava S.p.A.
via Salaria 1313/C
00138 ROMA
Italy
Emergency telephone number Off.: +39 06 885611324; +39 06 885611326; +39 06 885611373
Mob.: +39 3355897280; +39 3355234619; +39 3355710385
Telefax +39-06-8889363
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical description Potassium acetate powder
Hazardous Impurities This product doesn't contain relevant concentrations of compounds
classified as hazardous according to EC regulation
EINECS-No.
CAS-No.
3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
Inhalation May cause irritation of mucous membranes. Avoid generating dusts
Skin contact Can cause moderate irritation. Avoid contact with skin
Eye contact Can cause moderate irritation. Wear eye/face protection
Ingestion Do not take internally. May cause mucosal damage
Human health hazards - Chronic Repeated or prolonged skin contact may cause dermatitis
Environmental hazards No adverse effects expected. Do not allow to enter water courses
Physical and chemical hazards None
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation Not normally needed. Remove to fresh air. Obtain medical attention
Skin contact Take off contaminated clothing. Wash off affected area with plenty of
water. If skin irritation persists, obtain medical attention
Eye contact Immediately gently irrigate with plenty of water for at least 15’.
Obtain medical attention
Ingestion Rinse mouth repeatedly with water. Do not induce vomiting. Obtain
medical attention
Other information
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing media In case of fire use water spray, foam, powder, carbon dioxide
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Unsuitable extinguishing media None
Fire and explosion hazard None known. May evolve toxic gases or fumes under fire conditions.
Protective equipment In case of fire wear a full face positive pressure self contained
breathing apparatus and protective suit
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions Do not breathe powders. Avoid the contact with eyes and skin. Take
off all contaminated clothing
Environmental precautions Do not discharge into drains or the environment. Do not contaminate
ground water system
Methods for cleaning up Clean up by broom, scoop or vacuum. Wash with plenty of water
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling Do not take internally. Do not breathe dust. Avoid contact with skin
and eyes
Storage conditions Keep in dry, cool place. Keep containers tightly closed
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering measures General ventilation is recommended
Exposure limits (ACGIH 2004) This product is not classified as hazardous
Personal protection equipment
Respiratory protection Respiratory protection not normally needed. Avoid generating dust
Hand/skin protection Impervious gloves. Standard protective clothing
Eye protection Safety glasses
Hygiene measures Eyewash fountain near-by. Keep a safety shower available
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Form Powder
Colour White
Odour None
Boiling point N/A
Melting point 292 °C
Flash point - (PMCC) > 250 °C
Auto ignition N/A
Explosion limits N/A
Vapour pressure N/A
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Relative density 1,57 g/cm³
Solubility in water 269,4 g/100 ml (25 °C)
pH 7 - 8 (20 °C and 10 g/l solution)
Viscosity N/A
Bulk density 600 - 680 kg/m³
Freezing point N/A
Pour point N/A
Abbreviations: N/A = Not Applicable - N/E = Not Evaluated
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability Stable
Conditions to avoid Moisture: hygroscopic product
Materials to avoid None
Hazardous decomposition products None
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute toxicity LD50 oral rat : 3,53 g/kg
Primary irritation skin/eye Mild irritant / Moderate irritant
Sensitisation Repeated or prolonged skin contact may cause dermatitis
Chronic toxicity data Not available data
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Persistency and degradation Rapidly biodegradable
Mobility and Bioaccumulation No adverse effects expected
Ecotoxicological effects No data available. No adverse effects expected
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Do not discharge into drains or the environment, dispose to an authorized waste collection point
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Description Not regulated
UN Number N/A
Packing group N/A
ADR/RID
Class ADR 2003 Label: --
ADR 2003 Classif. Code: --
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Hazard Identification
IMDG
Class Subsidiary risk: -
Em S
IATA
Class
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
EC Classification Not regulated
Hazard Symbol None
contains:
Risk Phrases
Safety Phrases Do not take internally. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Do not
breathe dust
16. OTHER INFORMATION
This material safety data sheet provides health and safety information. The product is to be used in applications consistent
with AVA technology. Individuals handling this product should be informed of the safety precautions and should have
access to this information.
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