1. Chemical Identification
SEA-KLEAR - 4 in 1 Clarifier

2. Composition Information on Ingredients
CAS #: 9012-76-4
Active ingredient:  
Chemical name(s)/Synonym(s): Chitosan, Poly-n-acetylglucosamine
Chemical formula: n/a
Source: Custacean shells.
Inert ingredient:  
CAS #: 64-19-7
Inert Chemical name(s): Acetic Acid
Inert Chemical formula: n/a
Inert Source: n/a
CAS #: 7732-18-5
Inert Chemical name(s): Balance Water
Inert Chemical formula: n/a
Inert Source: n/a

3. Hazardous Identification
DOT Hazard Class 55
Hazchem Code: n/a
Dangerous Goods: n/a
Class n/a
Poisons Schedule n/a

4. First Aid Measures
Eye Contact: SEA-KLEAR is mildly irritating to eyes. Flush with water for 15 minutes to remove and call a physician.
Ingestion: If swallowed, no specific intevention is indicated as the compound is not likely to be hazardous by ingestion. However, consult a physician if necessary.
Inhalation: If large amounts of fumes are inhaled remove to fresh air and call a physician.
Skin Contact: SEA-KLEAR is not hazardous but cleansing the skin after use is advisable.

5. Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point: n/a
Flammability: Not flammable.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: In the form of a water solution, there is no danger of fire or explosion.
Specific Fire Fight Instructions: None
Fire Fighting Media: Use water or foam (not flamable in nature).

6. Accidental Release Measures
For Spills: Utilize protective clothing. Dilute with water and hose down.

7. Handling and Storage
Storage: 10-50oC recommended (will freeze at ~3oC). Shelf life is indefinite but viscousity will decrease over time. The container should be kept covered to prevent contamination.
Ventilation: Local: n/a, Mechanical: Generally adequate, Sepcial: n/a, Other: n/a.

8. Exposure Controls/Person Protection
Respiratory Protection: Not required in normal use.
Protective Gloves: Rubber gloves recommended.
Eye Protection: Safety glasses recommended.
Other Protective Clothing: Emergency showers and eye wash stations are sugested. Employees should wash their hands before eating and/or drinking.

9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance and Odor: Clear to pale yellow viscous liquid with a pungent vinegar odor.
Density: n/a
Solubility: In water.
Specific Gravity: 1.0-1.1 g/mL
Evaporation Rate: n/a
Vapor Density: n/a
Boiling Point or Melting Point: 211 oC
Vapor Pressure n/a
pH 3.9-4.1
Chemical Family Natural Polysaccharide.

10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability: Stable
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizing material and strong bases can cause a reaction.
Decomposition: Will not ooccur.
Instability Conditions: Avoid high heat conditions.
Decomposition Temperature: 211oC
Decomposition Products: H2O and Chitosan Acetate salt (clear film).

11. Toxicological Information
Oral Rat/Mice, LD50 (MG/KG) >16g/kg
IPR Rat, LD50 (MG/KG) n/a
SCU Mouse, LD50 (MG/KG) n/a
IV-Mouse, LD50 (MG/KG) n/a
Potential Chronic Health Effects: n/a
Carcinogenicity: n/a
Target Organs: n/a
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: n/a
Routes of Entry: Skin and ingestion.
Effects of Overexposure: No signs or symptoms of overexposure.

12. Ecological Information
Ecological Information: 100% bio-degradeable.

13. Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal Methods: Wash container with water (a strong jet may be needed to wash off a viscous fluid). Treatment, storage, transportation and disposal must be in accordance with applicable federal, state/provinical and local regulations.

14. Transport Information
DOT Shipping Name: Chitosan Acetate
Technical Shipping Name: Chitosan Acetate
Product RQ (lbs): n/a
DOT Label: n/a
DOT Placard: n/a
Product Label: SEA-KLEAR

15. Regulatory Information
TSCA: Is listed on the TSCA inventory.
OSHA: Not considered hazardous.
EPA: Exempt from EPA code.
RCRA: Under RCRA, it is the responsibility of the product user to determine at the time of disposal, whether a material containing the product, or derived for the product should be classidied as a hazardous waste.

16. Other Information
Follow good hygenic and housekeeping practices. Clean up areas where Sea-Klear was used.