MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
MSDS No. EW326158
Issue Date: 2004/06/16
CODE:  321-61582, 323-61581

IDENTITY  Potassium 1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7,8,8,8-Heptadecafluoro-1-octanesulfonate
1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

PRODUCT NAME : Potassium 1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7,8,8,8-Heptadecafluoro-1-octanesulfonate
MANUFACTURER : Wako Chemical K.K.
SUPPLIER : SUPPLIER(In JAPAN) : Wako Pure Chemical Industries, Ltd.
  ADDRESS : 1-2, Doshomachi 3-chome, Chuo-ku, Osaka, 540-8605, Japan
  TELEPHONE NUMBER & EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (06)6203-3741

SUPPLIER(In U.S.A.) : Wako Chemicals USA, Inc.
  ADDRESS : 1600 Bellwood Road, Richmond, VA 23237, U.S.A.
  TELEPHONE NUMBER : (804)271-7677
  EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER : (800)424-9300 (CHEMTREC)

SUPPLIER(In EUROPE) : Wako Chemicals GmbH, Germany
  ADDRESS : Nissanstrasse 2,D-41468 Neuss, GERMANY
  TELEPHONE NUMBER & EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER : (02131)311-0


2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

CHEMICAL NAME : Potassium 1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7,8,8,8-Heptadecafluoro-1-octanesulfonate
SYNONYMS : Potassium perfluorooctanesulfonate; 1-Octanesulfonic acid, 1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7,8,8,8-Heptadecafluoro, potassium salt
FORMULA : C8F17KO3S
MOLECULAR WEIGHT : 538.22
CAS NUMBER : 2795-39-3
TSCA INVETORY : Listed
EINECS No. : 220-527-1
IDENTIFICATION OF DANGER ; 
    SYMBOL : Xn
    R-phrases : 22-36/37/38


3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Harmful if swallowed.
Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. 


4. FIRST AID MEASURES

GENERAL ADVICE : Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water. In the case of respirable dust and/or fumes, use self-contained breathing apparatus and dust impervious protective suit. Use personal protective equipment.

INHALATION : Move victim to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If breathing has stopped, administer artificial respiration. Maintain normal body temperature with a blanket. If irritation persists, transport to a hospital immediately.
SKIN CONTACT : Remove contaminated clothes and shoes, rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Use soap to help assure removal. If irritation persists, transport to a hospital immediately.
EYE CONTACT : Remove any contact lenses at once. Flush eyes well with flooding amounts of running water for at least 15 minutes. Assure adequate flushing by separating the eyelids with sterile fingers. If irritation persists, transport to a hospital immediately.
INGESTION : Rinse mouth, give plenty of water to dilute the substance. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Transport to a hospital immediately.


5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

EXTINGUISHING MEDIA : Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam, water spray
FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARDS : Toxic, irritating dust or smoke may be emitted.
SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIREFIGHTERS : Firemen should wear normal protective equipment(full bunker gear)and positive-pressure self-contained breathing apparatus.


6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS : Remove ignition sources and ventilate the area. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. Avoid raising dust and avoid contact with skin and eyes.
ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS : Prevent spills from entering sewers, watercourses or low areas.
METHODS FOR CLEAN UP : Do not touch spilled material without suitable protection(See section 8). After material is completely picked up, wash the spill site with soap and water and ventilate the area. Put all wastes in a plastic bag for disposal and seal it tightly. Remove, clean, or dispose of contaminated clothing.


7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Research use only. 
HANDLING : Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure. Handle material with suitable protection. This material is hygroscopic.
STORAGE : Store away from sunlight in well-ventilated dry place at room temperature. Keep container tightly closed.
INCOMPATIBLE PRODUCTS : Oxidizers and acids


8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

ENGINEERING MEASURES : Use exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below exposure limits. Use only with adequate ventilation.
VENTILATION : Local Exhaust ; Necessary,  Mechanical(General) ; Necessary
Special; Closed system is recommended.
CONTROL PARAMETER :  
        OSHA Final Limits : TWA(8Hr)= 2.5mg(F)/m3;
        ACGIH TLV(s) : TWA= 2.5mg(F)/m3;
PERSONAL PROTECTION ; 
    Respiratory protection : NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator
    Hand protection : Chemical resistant gloves
    Eye protection : Safety glasses(goggles)
    Skin protection : Protective clothing


9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

APPEARANCE : White-pale yellow, crystals or crystalline powder
ODOR : Slightly characteristic odor
pH : 4.0-7.0 (1% aqueous solution)
BOILING POINT : Not available
MELTING POINT : > 280 °C= 536 °F
FLASH POINT : Not available
FLAMMABILITY (solid, gas) : Not available
DECOMPOSITION TEMPERATURE : > 420 °C= 788 °F
EXPLOSIVE LIMITS : Not available
VAPOR PRESSURE : Not available
SPECIFIC GRAVITY : 2.05 (at 25 °C= 77 °F)
SOLUBILITY IN ; 
    WATER : Sparingly soluble (0.1-1 wt% at 20 °C= 68 °F)
    METHANOL : Soluble ( 1-10 wt% at 20 °C= 68 °F)
    TOLUENE : Slightly soluble (<0.1 wt% at 20 °C= 68 °F)
log Po/w : Not available


10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

CONDITION TO AVOID : Sunlight, heat, moisture
INCOMPATIBILITY(MATERIAL TO AVOID) : Oxidizers and acids
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS : Carbon monoxide,  sulfur oxides, potassium compounds and fluorine compounds may be formed.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION : Will not occur.


11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

ACUTE TOXICITY DATA : TDLo(orl,monkey): 136.5mg/kg/26W-I(HBPTO* 2,1246,2001)
IRRITATION DATA : Not available
MUTATION DATA : Not available
REPRODUCTIVE EFFECTS DATA : Not available
TUMORIGENIC DATA : Not available
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ; 
    NTP : Not listed
    IARC : Not listed
    OSHA : Not listed
    ACGIH : Not listed


12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

BIODEGRADABILITY : Not available
BIOACCUMULATION POTENTIAL : This material is bioaccumulatable.
AQUATIC TOXICITY : Not available
OTHER INFORMATION : Not available


13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION

Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber in accordance with all applicable regulations.  Any disposal practice must be in compliance with country, local, state, and federal laws and regulations ( contact country, local or state environmental agency for specific rules ). 


14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

IATA : Not Restricted.
DOT(Department of Transportation) : Not a Hazardous Material for DOT shipping.


15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

US REGULATIONS ; 
    EPA : CERCLA RQ= Not listed
EPCRA TPQ= Not listed
    OSHA : TQ= Not listed

EU REGULATIONS ; 
    SYMBOL : Xn
    R-phrases : 22-36/37/38
      Harmful if swallowed.
Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
    S-phrases : 26-36/37/39-45
      In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately.
    EC index No. : Not listed


16. OTHER INFORMATION

No specific notes 

 

The above information is believed to be correct to be the best of our knowledge and information but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. This product is intended to be used by expert persons having chemical knowledge and skill, at their own discretion and risk and Wako shall not be held liable for any damageresulting from handling or from contact with the above material.