Discus Dental

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
MSDS Neutral Sodium Fluoride

TRADE NAME: Neutral Sodium Fluoride

CHEMICAL COMPOSITION: Fluoridizing gel, heavy body, IF-2294

DATE REVISED: October 28, 1999

MANUFACTURER:
Discus Dental, Inc.
8550 Higuera Street
Culver City, CA 90232
Phone: (310) 845-8200
Fax: (310) 845-1537

HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS / IDENTITY:
Sodium Fluoride, Oral LD50 180mg/kg; concentration 1.1%

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS:

	Boiling Point: 10.5C
	Melting Point: N/A
	Specific Gravity (H2O = 1): ca 1.1
	Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): ca. 740mmHg at 100· C
	Vapor Density (Air = 1): ca. 0.62
	Solubility in Water: Soluble
	Reactivity in Water: Non-reactive
	Appearance & Odor: Opaque/white gel

FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA:

	Flash Point: Non flammable
	Method Used: N/A
	Flammable Limits in Air % by Volume: N/A
	Auto-Ignition Temperature: Approximately N/A
	Extinguisher Media: N/A
	Special Fire Fighting Procedures: N/A
	Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards: N/A

PHYSICAL HAZARDS (REACTIVITY DATA):

	Stability: Stable
	Conditions to Avoid:
	Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): Reactive with water
	Hazardous Decomposition Products:
	Hazardous Polymerization: May Occur _____ Will Not Occur __X__

HEALTH HAZARDS:

	Acute: Nausea and vomiting if more than 20g is ingested. Possible death if 500-1000g is ingested
	Chronic: Motting of tooth enamel, osteosclerosis
	Threshold Limit Value:
	Signs and Symptoms of Exposure: Nausea, vomiting, abdominal distress, diarrhea, stupor, wekness
	Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: Cardiac and pulmonary problems
	Chemical Listed as Carcinogen or Potential Carcinogen: National Toxicology Program: Yes _____ No __X__ IARC Monographs: Yes _____ No __X__ OSHA: Yes _____ No __X__
	Emergency & First Aid Procedures:
	Routes of Entry:
	Inhalation:
	Eyes: Flush with copious amounts of water; consult physician if irritation or disturbance in vision occur.
	Skin: Flush with water; consult physician in case of lasting noticeable skin response
	Ingestion: Seek medical attention

SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS AND SPILL / LEAK PROCEDURES:

	Precautions to be taken in Handling and Storage:
	Other Precautions:
	Steps to be taken in case material is released or spilled: For small amounts, dilute with water and dispose into sewer. If larger quantities are involved, check State and Local regulations.

SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION / CONTROL MEASURES:

	Respiratory Protection:
	Ventilation: Not Required
	Local Exhaust:
	Mechanical:
	Special:
	Other:
	Protective Gloves: Not required
	Eye Protection: Not required under conditions of normal use
	Other Protective Clothing or Equipment: Not required
	Work / Hygienic Practices: Routine

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