10290 - PAC POLYMER - ALL GRADES REVISION DATE:11-08-03

SAFETY DATA SHEET

PAC POLYMER - ALL GRADES
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND COMPANY/UNDERTAKING

PRODUCT NAME: PAC POLYMER - ALL GRADES

SYNONYMS, TRADE NAMES: DRISPAC, STAFLO, LAMPAC, CEPAC, CELPOL, AQUAPAC, ANTISOL, PREMPAC,
DRISPAC PLUS
APPLICATIONS: Fluid loss control

SUPPLIER: M-I Drilling Fluids UK Ltd,

Pocra Quay,
Footdee,
Aberdeen. AB11 5DQ
Tel: 44 (0)1224 - 584336
Fax: 44 (0)1224 - 576119
EMERGENCY TELEPHONES: 001 281 561 1600 (USA)

2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

NAME CONTENT
CAS No.: EINECS Nr.: CLASSIFICATION
Polyanionic cellulose 60-100 %
9004-34-6 -

The Full Text for all R-Phrases are Displayed in Section 16

COMPOSITION COMMENTS: This product is classified as containing no hazardous ingredients according to the EC
Directives.

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Not regarded as a health hazard under current legislation.

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

INHALATION: Move the exposed person to fresh air at once. Get medical attention if any discomfort
continues.
INGESTION: First aid is not normally required. Rinse mouth thoroughly. Drink plenty of water.

SKIN: Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing. Get
medical attention if any discomfort continues.
EYES: Promptly wash eyes with plenty of water while lifting the eye lids. Get medical attention

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if any discomfort continues.

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Carbon dioxide (CO2). Dry chemicals. Foam. Water spray, fog or mist.

SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING Use pressurized air mask if substance is involved in a fire.
PROCEDURES:
UNUSUAL FIRE & EXPLOSION High concentrations of dust may form explosive mixture with air.
HAZARDS:
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION Asphyxiating gases/vapors/fumes of: Carbon dioxide (CO2). Carbon monoxide (CO).
PRODUCTS:

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

SPILL CLEANUP METHODS: Collect in containers and seal securely. Flush clean with lots of water. Be aware of
potential for surfaces to become slippery. Avoid generation and spreading of dust.
Wear necessary protective equipment.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

USAGE PRECAUTIONS: Avoid handling which leads to dust formation. Provide good ventilation.

STORAGE PRECAUTIONS: Store at moderate temperatures in dry, well ventilated area.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION

INGREDIENT COMMENTS: This material is considered a nuisance dust, OES TWA 4mg/m3 Respirable Dust, 10
mg/m3 Total Dust.
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:

VENTILATION: Provide adequate general and local exhaust ventilation.

RESPIRATORS: Respiratory protection must be used if air concentration exceeds acceptable level.
Dust filter P2 (for fine dust).
PROTECTIVE GLOVES: No specific hand protection noted, but gloves may still be advisable. For prolonged or
repeated skin contact use suitable protective gloves. Rubber or plastic.
EYE PROTECTION: Wear dust resistant safety goggles where there is danger of eye contact.

OTHER PROTECTION: Wear appropriate clothing to prevent repeated or prolonged skin contact. Provide
eyewash station.

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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

APPEARANCE: Granular. Powder, dust.

COLOUR: Off-white.

ODOUR/TASTE: No characteristic odour.

DENSITY/SPECIFIC GRAVITY (g/ml): 1.5 - 1.6 Temperature (°C): 25

pH-VALUE, DILUTED SOLUTION: 5.5 - 8.5 Concentration %M: 2

SOLUBILITY DESCRIPTION: Very soluble in water.

AUTO IGNITION TEMP. (°C): 370

FLAMMABILITY LIMIT - LOWER(%): 156 g/m3

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

STABILITY: Normally stable.

CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Not known.

MATERIALS TO AVOID: Strong oxidizing agents.

HAZARDOUS DECOMP. PRODUCTS: Fire or high temperatures create: Asphyxiating gases/vapours/fumes of: Carbon
dioxide (CO2). Carbon monoxide (CO).

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

INHALATION: Dust may irritate respiratory system or lungs.

INGESTION: May cause discomfort if swallowed.

SKIN: Powder may irritate skin.

EYES: Particles in the eyes may cause irritation and smarting.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

LC 50, 96 HRS, FISH mg/l: > 1000

IC 50, 72 HRS, ALGAE, mg/l: > 500

BIO ACCUMULATION: No bioaccumulation is expected due to the high molecular weight.

DEGRADABILITY: Biodegrades.

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

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DISPOSAL METHODS: Recover and reclaim or recycle, if practical. Dispose of on site landfill area. Dispose of
in accordance with Local Authority requirements.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

ROAD TRANSPORT NOTES: Not classified for road transport.

RAIL TRANSPORT NOTES: Not classified for rail transport.

SEA TRANSPORT NOTES: Not classified for sea transport.

AIR TRANSPORT NOTES: Not classified for air transport.

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

RISK PHRASES: Not classified.

SAFETY PHRASES: Not classified.

STATUTORY INSTRUMENTS: Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging) Regulations. Control of Substances
Hazardous to Health.

16. OTHER INFORMATION

USER NOTES: HMIS Health - 1 HMIS Flammability - 1 HMIS Physical Hazard - 0 E - Safety glasses,
Gloves, Dust Respirator
INFORMATION SOURCES: Material Safety Data Sheet, Misc. manufacturers. Sax's Dangerous Properties of
Industrial Materials, 9th ed., Lewis, R.J. Sr., (ed.), VNR, New York, New York, (1997).
ISSUED BY: Sarah Glover

REVISION DATE: 11-08-03

REV. No./REPL. SDS GENERATED: 2

PRINTING DATE: 2003-08-12

DISCLAIMER: MSDS furnished independent of product sale. While every effort has been made to
accurately describe this product, some of the data are obtained from sources beyond
our direct supervision. We cannot make any assertions as to its reliability or
completeness; therefore, user may rely on it only at user's risk. We have made no
effort to censor or conceal deleterious aspects of this product. Since we cannot
anticipate or control the conditions under which this information and product may be
used, we make no guarantee that the precautions we have suggested will be
adequate for all individuals and/or situations. It is the obligation of each user of this
product to comply with the requirements of all applicable laws regarding use and
disposal of this product. Additional information will be furnished upon request to
assist the user; however, no warranty, either expressed or implied, nor liability of any
nature with respect to this product or to the data herein is made or incurred
hereunder.

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