SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)

Octapol®
According To Federal Register / Vol. 77, No. 58 / Monday, March 26, 2012 / Rules and Regulations
Document: SDS00621 Date of Issue: 04/07/2022 Revision: A

SECTION 1: IDENTIFICATION
1.1. Product Identifier
Product Form: Mixture
Product Name: Octapol®
1.2. Intended Use of Product
Use of the substance/mixture: This product is a lead-free chemical reagent for use in a sugar laboratory for the clarification of
sucrose-containing materials.
1.3. Name, Address, and Telephone of the Responsible Party
Company
Rudolph Research Analytical Corporation
55 Newburgh Road, Hackettstown, NJ 07840
973-584-1558
www.rudolphresearch.com
1.4. Emergency Telephone Number
Emergency Number: 800-424-9300 CHEMTREC (USA)
+1-703-527-3887 CHEMTREC (International)
SECTION 2: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
2.1. Classification of the Substance or Mixture
GHS-US classification
Eye Dam. 1 H318
STOT RE 1 H372
Full text of H-phrases: see section 16
2.2 Label Elements
GHS-US Labeling
Hazard Pictograms (GHS-US):

Signal Word (GHS-US) : Warning

Hazard Statements (GHS-US) : H318 - Causes serious eye damage.
H372 - Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Precautionary Statements (GHS-US) : P201 - Obtain special instructions before use.
P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
P260 - Do not breathe dust.
P264 - Wash hands, forearms, and other exposed areas thoroughly after handling.
P270 - Do not eat, drink, or smoke when using this product.
P280 - Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, and eye protection.
P305+P351+P338 - If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes.
Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P314 - Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell.
P405 - Store locked up.
P501 - Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national,
and international regulations.
P308+310+313 - If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
Immediately call a poison center or doctor.
2.3. Other Hazards
Exposure may aggravate those with pre-existing eye, skin, or respiratory conditions.
2.4. Unknown Acute Toxicity (GHS-US)
No data available

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SECTION 3: COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

3.1. Substance
Not applicable
3.2. Mixture
Name Product Identifier (CAS Number) %
TRADE SECRET TRADE SECRET < 50
" " < 50

" " < 50

" " < 50

" " < 50

" " < 50

" " < 50

" " < 50

*The specific chemical identities, Chemical Abstract Numbers, and Percentage Compositions have been withheld as Trade
Secret information.

SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES

4.1. Description of First Aid Measures
First-aid Measures General: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If you feel unwell, seek medical advice
(show the label where possible).
First-aid Measures After Inhalation: When symptoms occur: go into open air and ventilate suspected area. Obtain medical
attention if breathing difficulty persists.
First-aid Measures After Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Drench affected area with water for at least 15 minutes.
Obtain medical attention if irritation develops or persists.
First-aid Measures After Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for at least 60 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present
and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Get immediate medical advice/attention.
First-aid Measures After Ingestion: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Obtain medical attention.
4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms/Injuries: Causes serious eye damage. Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Symptoms/Injuries After Skin Contact: Prolonged exposure may cause skin irritation.
Symptoms/Injuries After Eye Contact: Causes permanent damage to the cornea, iris, or conjunctiva.
Symptoms/Injuries After Ingestion: Ingestion may cause adverse effects.
4.3. Indication of Any Immediate Medical Attention and Special Treatment Needed
If exposed or concerned, get medical advice and attention. If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand.

SECTION 5: FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES

5.1. Extinguishing Media
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, foam, carbon dioxide.
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Do not use a heavy water stream. Use of heavy stream of water may spread fire.
5.2. Special Hazards Arising From the Substance or Mixture
Fire Hazard: Not considered flammable but may burn at high temperatures.
Explosion Hazard: Product is not explosive.
Reactivity: Hazardous reactions will not occur under normal conditions.
5.3. Advice for Firefighters
Precautionary Measures Fire: Exercise caution when fighting any chemical fire.
FIrefighting Instructions: Use water spray or fog for cooling exposed containers.
Protection During Firefighting: Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.

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SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

6.1. Personal Precautions, Protective Equipment and Emergency Procedures
General Measures: Do not breathe dust. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Do not handle until all safety precautions
have been read and understood.
6.1.1. For Non-emergency Personnel
Protective Equipment: Use appropriate personal protection equipment (PPE).
Emergency Procedures: Evacuate unnecessary personnel.
6.1.2. For Emergency Responders
Protective Equipment: Equip cleanup crew with proper protection.
Emergency Procedures: Ventilate area. Upon arrival at the scene, a first responder is expected to recognize the presence of
dangerous goods, protect oneself and the public, secure the area, and call for the assistance of trained personnel as soon as
conditions permit.
6.2. Environmental Precautions
Prevent entry to sewers and public waters.
6.3. Methods and Material for Containment and Cleaning Up
For Containment: Contain solid spills with appropriate barriers and prevent migration and entry into sewers or streams.
Methods for Cleaning Up: Clean up spills immediately and dispose of waste safely. Recover the product by vacuuming,
shoveling, or sweeping. Transfer spilled material to a suitable container for disposal. Contact competent authorities after a spill.
6.4. Reference to Other Sections
See Heading 8. Exposure controls and personal protection. See Section 13, Disposal Considerations.

SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE

7.1. Precautions for Safe Handling
Precautions for Safe Handling: Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking, or
smoking and when leaving work. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Obtain special instructions before use. Do not
handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Do not breathe dust. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and
clothing.
Hygiene Measures: Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety procedures.
7.2. Conditions for Safe Storage, Including Any Incompatibilities
Technical Measures: Comply with applicable regulations.
Storage Conditions: Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a dry, cool place. Keep/Store away from direct sunlight,
extremely high or low temperatures, and incompatible materials.
Incompatible Products: Strong acids, strong bases, strong oxidizers.
7.3. Specific End Use(s)
Lead-free chemical reagent for use in clarification of sucrose-containing materials.

SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

8.1. Control Parameters
For substances listed in section 3 that are not listed here, there are no established exposure limits from the manufacturer,
supplier, importer, or the appropriate advisory agency including: ACGIG (TLV), NIOSH (REL), or OSHA (PEL).
Proprietary Component
USA ACGIH ACGIH TWA (mg/m³) 0.025 mg/m³ (respirable fraction)
USA NIOSH NIOSH REL (TWA) (mg/m³) 0.05 mg/m³ (respirable dust)
USA IDLH US IDLH (mg/m³) 50 mg/m³ (respirable dust)

Proprietary Component
USA ACGIH ACGIH TWA (mg/m³) 10 mg/m³
USA NIOSH NIOSH REL (TWA) (mg/m³) 10 mg/m³ (total dust)
5 mg/m³ (respirable dust)

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Document: SDS00621 Date of Issue: 04/07/2022 Revision: A

USA OSHA OSHA PEL (TWA) (mg/m³) 15 mg/m³ (total dust)

5 mg/m³ (respirable fraction)

8.2. Exposure Controls

Appropriate Engineering Controls : Emergency eye wash fountains and safety showers should be available in the
immediate vicinity of any potential exposure. Ensure adequate ventilation,
especially in confined areas. Ensure all national/local regulations are observed.

Personal Protective Equipment : Gloves. Protective clothing. Protective goggles. Face shield. Insufficient ventilation:
wear respiratory protection.

Materials for Protective Clothing : Chemically resistant materials and fabrics.

Hand Protection : Wear protective gloves.
Eye Protection : Chemical goggles or face shield.
Skin and Body Protection : Wear suitable protective clothing.
Respiratory Protection : If exposure limits are exceeded or irritation is experienced, approved respiratory
protection should be worn. In case of inadequate ventilation, oxygen deficient
atmosphere, or where exposure levels are not known, wear approved respiratory
protection.
Other Information : When using, do not eat, drink, or smoke.

SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

9.1. Information on Basic Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State : Solid
Appearance : Off white
Odor : None
Odor Threshold : No data available
pH : Acidic in solution
Evaporation Rate : No data available
Melting Point : 212 °F (100 °C)
Freezing Point : No data available
Boiling Point : 360 °F (182 °C)
Flash Point : No data available
Auto-ignition Temperature : No data available
Decomposition Temperature : 212 °F (100 °C)
Flammability (solid, gas) : No data available
Vapor Pressure : 1 mm Hg @ 100 °C
Relative Vapor Density at 20 °C : No data available
Relative Density : No data available
Solubility : Water: Partial
Partition Coefficient: N-Octanol/Water : No data available
Viscosity : No data available
9.2. Other Information
No additional information available

SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

10.1. Reactivity: Hazardous reactions will not occur under normal conditions.
10.2. Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended handling and storage conditions (see section 7).

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10.3. Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: Hazardous polymerization will not occur.

10.4. Conditions to Avoid: Direct sunlight, extremely high or low temperatures, moisture/water, and incompatible
materials.
10.5. Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong bases, strong oxidizers.
10.6. Hazardous Decomposition Products: None known.

SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

11.1. Information on Toxicological Effects
Acute Toxicity: Not classified
Proprietary Component
LD50 Oral Rat 7000 mg/kg
LD50 Dermal Rat > 2000 mg/kg

Proprietary Component
LD50 Oral Rat > 5000 mg/kg
LD50 Dermal Rat > 5000 mg/kg

Proprietary Component
LD50 Oral Rat > 2000 mg/kg
LD50 Dermal Rat 2630 mg/kg
LD50 Dermal Rabbit > 5000 mg/kg

Proprietary Component
LD50 Oral Rat > 3000 mg/kg
LD50 Dermal Rabbit > 2000 mg/kg
LC50 Inhalation Rat > 5800 mg/m³ (Exposure time: 4 h)

Proprietary Component
LD50 Oral Rat 2600 mg/kg

Proprietary Component
No Information Available

Proprietary Component
No Information Available

Proprietary Component
LD50 Oral Rat 1000 mg/kg

Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Not classified

Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Causes serious eye damage.
Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: Not classified
Germ Cell Mutagenicity: Not classified
Reproductive Toxicity: Not classified
Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure): Not classified
Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure): Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

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Aspiration Hazard: Not classified

Symptoms/Injuries After Skin Contact: Prolonged exposure may cause skin irritation.
Symptoms/Injuries After Eye Contact: Causes permanent damage to the cornea, iris, or conjunctiva.
Symptoms/Injuries After Ingestion: Ingestion may cause adverse effects.

SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

12.1. Toxicity
Ecology - General : Not classified
Proprietary Component
LC50 Fish 1 10650 mg/l (Exposure time: 96 h - Species: Lepomis macrochirus [static])
EC50 Daphnia 1 2400 mg/l (Exposure time: 48 h - Species: Daphnia magna)

Proprietary Component
LC50 Fish 1 100 - 500 mg/l (Exposure time: 96 h - Species: Brachydanio rerio [static])

12.2. Persistence and Degradability

Octapol®
Persistence and Degradability Not established.

12.3. Bioaccumulative Potential

Octapol®
Bioaccumulative Potential Not established.

Proprietary Component
BCF fish 1 (no bioaccumulation)
12.4. Mobility in Soil
No additional information available
12.5. Other Adverse Effects
Other Information : Avoid release to the environment.

SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

13.1. Waste Treatment Methods
Waste Disposal Recommendations: Disposal of this product, solutions and any by-products should comply
with the requirements of environmental protection and waste disposal legislation and any regional local
authority requirements. Waste should not be disposed of untreated to the sewer unless fully compliant
with the requirements of all authorities with jurisdiction.

SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION

14.1. In Accordance with DOT Not regulated for transport
14.2. In Accordance with IMDG Not regulated for transport
14.3. In Accordance with IATA Not regulated for transport

SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION

15.1. US Federal Regulations

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Octapol®
SARA Section 311/312 Hazard Classes Immediate (acute) health hazard
Delayed (chronic) health hazard

Proprietary Component
Listed on the United States TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) inventory

Proprietary Component
Listed on the United States TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) inventory
SARA Section 311/312 Hazard Classes Immediate (acute) health hazard
Delayed (chronic) health hazard

Proprietary Component
Listed on the United States TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) inventory

Proprietary Component
Listed on the United States TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) inventory

15.2. US State Regulations

Proprietary Component
U.S. - Massachusetts - Right to Know List
U.S. - New Jersey - Right to Know Hazardous Substance List
U.S. - Pennsylvania - RTK (Right to Know) List

Proprietary Component
U.S. - Massachusetts - Right to Know List
U.S. - New Jersey - Right to Know Hazardous Substance List
U.S. - Pennsylvania - RTK (Right to Know) List

SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION, INCLUDING DATE OF PREPARATION OR LAST REVISION

Date of Preparation : 04/07/2022
Revision Date : 04/07/2022
Other Information : This document has been prepared in accordance with the SDS requirements of the
OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200.
GHS Full Text Phrases:

Aquatic Acute 3 Hazardous to the aquatic environment - Acute Hazard Category 3

Eye Dam. 1 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1
Eye Irrit. 2A Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A
Skin Irrit. 2 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
STOT RE 1 Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 1
STOT SE 3 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3
H315 Causes skin irritation
H318 Causes serious eye damage
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
H335 May cause respiratory irritation

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H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

H402 Harmful to aquatic life
This information is based on our current knowledge and is intended to describe the product for the purposes of health, safety,
and environmental requirements only. It should not therefore be construed as guaranteeing any specific property of the product.

SDS US (GHS HazCom)

Other Information
The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all-inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The
information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to
appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any guarantee of the properties of the product. Rudolph Research
Analytical Corporation shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above
.product.

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