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Brand Information
Product Name: Phos Zorb
Form: granules
Product Category: Pet Care » Fish » water conditioner/treatment
Customer Service: 215-822-8181
Date Entered: 2003-10-07
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Manufacturer
Manufacturer: Aquarium Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Address: 50E Hamilton Street
City: Chalfont
State: PA
Zip Code: 18914
Telephone Number: 215-822-8181
Fax Number: 215-822-1906
Toll Free Number: 800-847-0659
Date Info Verified: 2008-01-09
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The following information (Health Effects, Handling/Disposal, and Ingredients) is taken from the product label and/or the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) prepared by the manufacturer. The National Library of Medicine does not test products nor does it evaluate information from the product label or the MSDS.
Health Effects
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Acute Health Effects: From MSDS
ROUTES OF ENTRY
Inhalation: Yes;
Skin: Yes;
Ingestion: Yes

HEALTH HAZARDS
Eyes: Can cause mild irritation.
Skin: Can cause mild irritation.
Inhalation: Can cause mild upper respiratory tract irritation.
Ingestion: Can cause mild irritation.
Alumina is a low health risk by inhalation and should be treated as a nuisance dust as specified by ACGIH.

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated By Exposure: Asthma, chronic lung disease, and skin rashes.
Chronic Health Effects: From MSDS
Eyes: Can cause mild irritation.
Skin: Can cause mild irritation.
Inhalation: Can cause mild upper respiratory tract irritation.
Ingestion: Can cause mild irritation.
Carcinogenicity: From MSDS
Not listed as carcinogen by NTP, IARC and OSHA.
First Aid: From MSDS
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Check for clear airway, breathing and presence of a pulse. Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation for persons without a pulse or respirations. Consult a physician.
Skin contact: Wash with soap and water for at least 15 minutes. Consult a physician.
Eye Contact: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Consult a physician.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to a convulsing or unconscious person. If swallowed, dilute by drinking large amounts of water. Consult a physician.
Health Rating: N
Flammability Rating: N
Reactivity Rating: N
HMIS Rating Scale: 0 = Minimal; 1 = Slight; 2 = Moderate; 3 = Serious; 4 = Severe; 
N = No information provided by manufacturer; * = Chronic Health Hazard
MSDS Date: 2000-10-09
Handling/Disposal
Handling: From MSDS
Ensure good ventilation/exhaust at the workplace. Prevent formation of dust. Provide suction extractors if dust is formed. Keep material dry. Keep out of reach of children. Store in a cool, dry place. Keep out of reach of children. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Disposal: From MSDS
Be sure waste material is disposed of at an approved landfill. Federal, State and Local regulations take precedence.
Ingredients from MSDS/Label
ChemicalCAS No / Unique IDPercent
Alumina, activated001333-84-2
Dineca061014-07-1
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