Teledyne BDS-3000 - Oxygen analyzer - Manual (Page 94)

Appendix MSDS
Teledyne Analytical Instruments 80
Section III -Physical Hazards
Potential for fire and explosion: The electrolyte in the Micro-fuel Cells is not
flammable. There are no fire or explosion hazards associated with Micro-fuel
Cells.
Potential for reactivity: The sensors are stable under normal conditions of
use. Avoid contact between the sensor electrolyte and strong acids.
Section IV - Health Hazard Data
Primary route of entry: Ingestion, eye/skin contact
Exposure limits: OSHA PEL:
ACGIH TLV:
0.05 mg./cu.m. (Pb)
2 mg/ cu.m. (KOH)
Effects of overexposure
Ingestion: The electrolyte could be harmful or fatal if
swallowed.
Oral LD50 (RAT) = 3650 mg/kg
Eye: The electrolyte is corrosive; eye contact could
result in permanent loss of vision.
Dermal: The electrolyte is corrosive; skin contact could
result in a chemical burn.
Inhalation: Liquid inhalation is unlikely.
Signs/symptoms of exposure: Contact with skin or eyes will cause a burning
sensation and/or feel soapy or slippery to
touch.
Medical conditions
aggravated by exposure: None
Carcinogenicity: NTP Annual Report on Carcinogens: Not
listed
LARC Monographs: Not listed
OSHA: Not listed
Other health hazards: Lead is listed as a chemical known to the State
of California to cause birth defects or other
reproductive harm.