Product Name: AquaShield Fire Retardant Liquid
Manufacturer: Guardian Chemical Solutions
Address: 3789 Keystone Avenue, Anytown, USA
Phone Number: (800) 555-2371
Recommended Use: Fire prevention and flame suppression on wood, textiles, insulation, and construction materials
Emergency Contact: CHEMTREC (800) 424-9300
GHS Classification: Skin irritation (Category 3), Eye irritation (Category 2B)
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes mild skin irritation. Causes eye irritation. May cause respiratory discomfort if inhaled in mist form.
Pictograms: Exclamation mark
Precautionary Statements: Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Do not breathe mist or spray. Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only in well-ventilated areas. Wear protective gloves and eye protection.
Water: 85-88%
Ammonium Polyphosphate: 7-9%
Monoammonium Phosphate: 2-3%
Alkyl Polyglycoside (Surfactant): 1.5-2.5%
Copper Hydroxide: 0.1-0.3%
Other Non-Hazardous Ingredients: 0.5-1.5%
Inhalation: Move affected person to fresh air and keep comfortable. Seek medical attention if coughing, difficulty breathing, or irritation persists.
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water and soap for several minutes. If irritation continues, get medical help.
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for at least 15 minutes, lifting eyelids. Remove contact lenses. Seek medical attention if pain or redness persists.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting. Get medical attention if symptoms develop, such as nausea or stomach pain.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, foam, carbon dioxide.
Unsuitable Media: None identified for this mixture.
Hazardous Combustion Products: Ammonia gas, phosphorus oxides, nitrogen oxides.
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective suit due to possible evolution of toxic gases.
Special Firefighting Procedures: Cool containers with water spray. Prevent run-off from entering drains or watercourses.
Personal Precautions: Wear gloves, goggles, and protective clothing. Avoid breathing vapors, mist, or spray. Ensure adequate ventilation.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent spillage from entering sewers, waterways, or soil. Notify local authorities if large quantities escape.
Methods for Cleaning Up: Absorb with inert material such as sand, earth, or vermiculite. Scoop up and place in suitable container for disposal. Wash area thoroughly with water.
Handling: Wear protective gear as recommended. Avoid splashing, spillage, or contact with eyes and skin during use. Keep containers tightly closed. Wash hands after handling.
Storage: Store in cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, away from direct sunlight and sources of ignition. Keep from freezing. Store in original containers. Keep incompatible materials such as strong acids and bases away.
Exposure Limits: Not established for mixture. Ammonium salts: ACGIH TLV 10 mg/m³ (inhalable).
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation in confined spaces.
Personal Protection: Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile or neoprene), splash-proof goggles, apron or long-sleeved clothing, and in case of inadequate ventilation, use a certified respirator (NIOSH-approved P100).
Appearance: Clear to pale blue liquid
Odor: Slight ammonia scent
pH: 6.5–7.2
Melting/Freezing Point: 0°C
Boiling Point: 100°C
Flash Point: Non-flammable
Solubility in Water: Completely soluble
Density: 1.07–1.11 g/cm³
Viscosity: Like water
Evaporation Rate: Comparable to water
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal storage and use.
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: No hazardous polymerization.
Conditions to Avoid: Avoid extreme heat, freezing, and excessive moisture loss.
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids or bases, oxidizers.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Ammonia, oxides of nitrogen and phosphorus in case of decomposition from fire.
Likely Routes of Exposure: Skin, eye, inhalation
Symptoms: Mild irritation of eyes, skin, or respiratory tract. Rarely causes allergic reactions.
Acute Toxicity: LD50 (oral, rat) > 4,200 mg/kg (mixture estimated)
Chronic Effects: No known long-term health effects from intended use.
Carcinogenicity: Ingredients not listed as carcinogens by IARC, NTP, or OSHA.
Ecotoxicity: Moderately toxic to aquatic life based on phosphate and copper content.
Persistence/Degradability: Phosphates and surfactants degrade slowly in soil and water.
Bioaccumulative Potential: No significant bioaccumulation expected.
Mobility in Soil: High mobility due to water solubility.
Other Adverse Effects: Large releases may upset nutrient balance in bodies of water.
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations. Small volumes may go to sanitary sewer if permitted. Larger spills or containers should be treated as hazardous chemical waste.
Container Disposal: Triple rinse empty containers and offer for recycling or dispose in approved landfill.
UN Number: Not regulated for transport.
Proper Shipping Name: Non-hazardous.
Transport Hazard Class: None.
Packing Group: None.
Special Precautions: Avoid freezing and rough handling to prevent rupture.
OSHA Status: Non-hazardous under OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
TSCA: All ingredients listed or exempt.
SARA Title III (Sections 311/312): Not subject to reporting.
California Proposition 65: Product does not contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or reproductive toxicity.
WHMIS Classification: D2B – Toxic Material Causing Other Toxic Effects (Canada).
