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Lith-X Dry Powder Extinguishing Agent
1. IDENTIFICATION
 
Manufacturer: Flag Fire Equipment
Hwy #2 & Patillo Road, RR#1
Tecumseh, Ontario  N8N 2L9
Emergency Phone: (519)727-6722
Technical Information: (519)727-6722
Chemical Name: This is a mixture
Chemical Family: Mixture
Formula:
Identifier: Lith-X Dry Powder Extinguishing Agent
Product Use: Used in the application of extinguishing fires.
 
2. INGREDIENTS
 
Hazardous Ingredients:   %         Cas#             ACG1H TLV
  Graphite  93     7782-42-5           5 mg/M3
  Magnesium Aluminum Silicate4-6 4-6     8031-18-3         10 mg/M3
Other Ingredients:
  Magnesium Stearate
           557-04-0
Fire extinguishers contain compressed gas to ensure a high velocity discharge of product. WHMIS Class A.
 
3. PHYSICAL DATA
 
Physical State: Solid
Odour and Appearance: Black coloured powder, no characteristic odour
Odour Threshold (ppm): Not applicable
Vapour Pressure (mm Hg): Not applicable
Evaporation Rate: None
Boiling Point: Not applicable
Freezing Point: Not applicable
pH: Not applicable
Specific Gravity: Not applicable
Solubility in Water: Slight
 
4. FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
 
Flash Point (°C) and Method:: Non-flammable
Means of Extinction: None required
Upper Flammable Point: Not applicable
Lower Flammable Point: Not applicable
Auto Ignition Temperature (°C) Not applicable
Hazardous Combustion Products: None known
Explosion Data:
  Sensitivity to Impact:
  Sensitivity to Static Discharge:
Not applicable
Not applicable
 
5. REACTIVITY DATA
 
Stability: Stable
Conditions to avoid: Do not mix with CIF3, F2, K20
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Unknown
 
6. TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES
 
Effects of Overexposure: Acute: Transient cough, shortness of breath. Possibly bronchitis.
Chronic: Causes of pulmonary fibrosis, emphysema and corpulmonale have resulted from prolonged inhalation of graphite dust.
Exposure Limits: OSHA Nuisance dust limit of 15 mg/M3
Irritancy of Product: Not available
Sensitization to Product: Not available
Carcinogenicity: None
Teratogenicity: None
Reproductive Toxicity: None
Mutagenicity: None
Synergistic Products: Not available
 
7. PREVENTATIVE MEASURES
 
Gloves: Impervious gloves where irritation occurs.
Respirator: Dust mask where dustiness is prevalent, or TLV exceeded. Mechanical filter respirator if exposure is prolonged.
Footwear: None required.
Clothing: Long sleeves where irritation occurs.
Eyewear: Recommended as mechanical barrier for prolonged exposure.
Engineering Controls: Adequate ventilation should be available to maintain dust levels below applicable standards on respirable and total nuisance dust.
Leak and Spill Procedure: Sweep up.
Waste Disposal: Review federal, provincial/state and local government requirements prior to disposal.
Handling Procedures: Use original container or fire extinguisher.
Storage Requirements: Protect from physical damage
Special Shipping Information: Fire Extinguisher Class 2.2 UN #1044
 
8. FIRST AID MEASURES
 
Inhalation: Remove victim to fresh air. Seek medical attention if discomfort continues.
Ingestion: If person is conscious, give large amounts of water and induce vomiting. Seek medical attention.
Eye Contact: If eye irritation occurs, flush with copious amounts of water. Get medical attention if irritation persists.
Skin Contact: Wash with mild soap and water, if irritation persists, seek medical attention.

9. PREPARATION DATE OF MSDS
Prepared by: Health and Safety
Date: January 1, 2004
"Information contained herein is provided without any warranty. Flag Fire Equipment Ltd. will not be liable for any damage which may result from the use or reliance on any information contained herein." Before any product is used, the label should be carefully read.

MSDS Control #509-99LX

   

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