MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT & COMPANY IDENTIFICATION Page: 1

24-Hour Emergency Phone Number: 989-636-4400

Product:DOWEX* MARATHON* A Anion Exchange Resin

Product Code: 17541

Effective Date: 01/30/02 Date Printed: 06/16/04 MSD: 001152

The Dow Chemical Company, Midland, MI 48674

Customer Information Center: 800-258-2436

2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Styrene, divinylbenzene and

ethylstyrene copolymer, chloromethyl
trimethylamine functionalized in
the chloride form CAS# 069011-19-4 20-65%
Water CAS# 007732-18-5 35-80%

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
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* White to amber beads. Odorless to amine odor. Slipping hazard. *
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POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS (See Section 11 for toxicological data.)

EYE: May cause slight transient (temporary) eye irritation. Solid

or dust may cause irritation or corneal injury due to mechanical
action.

SKIN CONTACT: Prolonged or repeated exposure not likely to cause

significant skin irritation. May cause more severe response if
skin is abraded (scratched or cut). Skin absorption is unlikely
due to physical properties.

INGESTION: Single dose oral toxicity is considered to be

extremely low. No hazards anticipated from swallowing small
amounts incidental to normal handling operations.

INHALATION: No adverse effects are anticipated from inhalation.

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Product:DOWEX* MARATHON* A Anion Exchange Resin

Product Code: 17541

Effective Date: 01/30/02 Date Printed: 06/16/04 MSD: 001152

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Vapors are unlikely due to physical properties.

SYSTEMIC & OTHER EFFECTS: No significant toxicologic effects were

observed in laboratory animals fed this material in their diets
for 1 month.

CANCER INFORMATION: No relevant information found.

TERATOLOGY (BIRTH DEFECTS): No relevant information found.

REPRODUCTIVE EFFECTS: No relevant information found.

4. FIRST AID

EYES: Flush eyes with plenty of water; remove contact lenses after
the first 1-2 minutes then continue flushing for several minutes.
Only mechanical effects expected.

SKIN: Wash off in flowing water or shower.

INGESTION: No emergency medical treatment necessary.

INHALATION: No emergency medical treatment necessary.

NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: No specific antidote. Supportive care.

Treatment based on judgment of the physician in response to
reactions of the patient.

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

FLASH POINT: Not applicable

METHOD USED: Not applicable

FLAMMABLE LIMITS
LFL: Not applicable
UFL: Not applicable

HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS: Under fire conditions some

components of this product may decompose. The smoke may contain
unidentified toxic and/or irritating compounds. Hazardous
combustion products may include and are not limited to organic
amines, nitrogen oxides, hydrogen chloride, hydrocarbons,
carbon monoxide, benzene compounds and carbon dioxide.

OTHER FLAMMABILITY INFORMATION: This material does not burn.

In a fire situation, residue can burn.

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Product:DOWEX* MARATHON* A Anion Exchange Resin

Product Code: 17541

Effective Date: 01/30/02 Date Printed: 06/16/04 MSD: 001152

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EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Water, carbon dioxide, dry chemical.

FIRE-FIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS: Keep people away. Isolate fire area

and deny unnecessary entry. Cool surroundings with water to
localize fire zone. Soak thoroughly with water to cool and
prevent re-ignition.

PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIRE FIGHTERS: Wear positive-pressure

self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and protective fire
fighting clothing (includes fire fighting helmet, coat, pants,
boots and gloves). If protective equipment is not available or
not used, fight fire from a protected location or safe distance.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES (See Section 15 for Regulatory

Information)

PROTECT PEOPLE: Pellets or beads may present a slipping hazard.

PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT: Avoid contamination of all waterways.

CLEANUP: Sweep up. See Section 13, Disposal Considerations.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

HANDLING STATEMENTS: See Section 8, Exposure Controls/Personal

Protection.

STORAGE STATEMENTS: Keep containers tightly closed when not in

use. Store between 2-27C (35-80F).

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Good general ventilation should be

sufficient for most conditions.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:

EYE/FACE PROTECTION: Use safety glasses. If there is a

potential for exposure to particles which could cause
mechanical injury to the eye, wear chemical goggles.

SKIN PROTECTION: Use gloves impervious to this material when

prolonged or frequently repeated contact could occur. If
hands are cut or scratched, use gloves impervious to this
material even for brief exposures.

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Product:DOWEX* MARATHON* A Anion Exchange Resin

Product Code: 17541

Effective Date: 01/30/02 Date Printed: 06/16/04 MSD: 001152

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RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: No respiratory protection should be

needed.

EXPOSURE GUIDELINE: None established.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

APPEARANCE: White to amber beads

ODOR: Odorless to amine
VAPOR PRESS: Not applicable
VAPOR DENSITY: Not applicable
BOILING POINT: Not applicable
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Insoluble
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: Density 44 lb/ft3

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

STABILITY AND REACTIVITY: Stable under recommended storage

conditions. See Storage, Section 7.

CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Product can decompose at elevated

temperatures.

INCOMPATIBILITY MATERIALS: Oxidizing agents such as nitric acid

attack organic exchange resins under certain conditions. Before
using strong oxidizing agents, consult sources knowledgeable in
handling such materials. The severity of the reaction with
oxidizing materials can vary from slight degradation to an
explosive reaction. Avoid contact with oxidizing materials.

HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Hazardous decomposition

products depend upon temperature, air supply and the presence
of other materials. Hazardous decomposition products may
include and are not limited to chlorinated hydrocarbons,
aromatic compounds, hydrocarbons, hydrogen chloride and organic
amines.

HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur.

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION (See Section 3 for Potential Health

Effects. For detailed toxicological data, write or call the
address or non-emergency number shown in Section 1)

INGESTION: Single dose oral LD50 has not been determined.

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Product:DOWEX* MARATHON* A Anion Exchange Resin

Product Code: 17541

Effective Date: 01/30/02 Date Printed: 06/16/04 MSD: 001152

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MUTAGENICITY: No relevant information found.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION (For detailed Ecological data, write or call

the address or non-emergency number shown in Section 1)

ENVIRONTMENTAL FATE:

MOVEMENT & PARTITIONING: No relevant information found.

DEGRADATION & PERSISTENCE: No relevant information found.

ECOTOXICITY: Not expected to be acutely toxic, but pellets may

mechanically cause adverse effects if ingested by waterfowl or
aquatic life.

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS (See Section 15 for Regulatory Information)

DISPOSAL: DO NOT DUMP INTO ANY SEWERS, ON THE GROUND OR INTO ANY
BODY OF WATER. All disposal methods must be in compliance with
all Federal, State/Provincial and local laws and regulations.
Regulations may vary in different locations. Waste character-
izations and compliance with applicable laws are the responsi-
bility solely of the waste generator. THE DOW CHEMICAL COMPANY
HAS NO CONTROL OVER THE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES OR MANUFACTURING
PROCESSES OF PARTIES HANDLING OR USING THIS MATERIAL. THE
INFORMATION PRESENTED HERE PERTAINS ONLY TO THE PRODUCT AS
SHIPPED IN ITS INTENDED CONDITION AS DESCRIBED IN MSDS SECTION 2
(Composition/Information On Ingredients).

FOR UNUSED & UNCONTAMINATED PRODUCT, the preferred options

include sending to a licensed, permitted incinerator or other
thermal destruction device, landfill.

As a service to its customers, Dow can provide names of

information resources to help identify waste management
companies and other facilities which recycle, reprocess or
manage chemicals or plastics, and that manage used drums.
Telephone Dow's Customer Information Center at
800-258-2436 or 989-832-1556 for further details.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (D.O.T.): For D.O.T. regulatory

information, if required, consult transportation regulations,
product shipping papers or contact your Dow representative.

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Product:DOWEX* MARATHON* A Anion Exchange Resin

Product Code: 17541

Effective Date: 01/30/02 Date Printed: 06/16/04 MSD: 001152

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CANADIAN TDG INFORMATION: For TDG regulatory information, if

required, consult transportation regulations, product shipping
papers or contact your Dow representative.

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION (Not meant to be all-inclusive--selected

regulations represented)

NOTICE: The information herein is presented in good faith and

believed to be accurate as of the effective date shown above. However,
no warranty, express or implied is given. Regulatory requirements
are subject to change and may differ from one location to another;
it is the buyer's responsibility to ensure that its activities comply
with federal, state or provincial, and local laws. The following
specific information is made for the purpose of complying with
numerous federal, state or provincial, and local laws and regulations.
See other sections for health and safety information.

U.S. REGULATIONS
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SARA 313 INFORMATION: To the best of our knowledge, this product

contains no chemical subject to SARA Title III Section 313 supplier
notification requirements.

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SARA HAZARD CATEGORY: This product has been reviewed according to the
EPA "Hazard Categories" promulgated under Sections 311 and 312 of the
Superfund Amendment and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA Title III) and
is considered, under applicable definitions, to meet the following
categories:

Not to have met any hazard category

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TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT (TSCA):

All ingredients are on the TSCA inventory or are not required to be

listed on the TSCA inventory.
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STATE RIGHT-TO-KNOW: This product is not known to contain any

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Product:DOWEX* MARATHON* A Anion Exchange Resin

Product Code: 17541

Effective Date: 01/30/02 Date Printed: 06/16/04 MSD: 001152

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REGULATORY INFORMATION (CONTINUED)

substances subject to the disclosure requirements of

New Jersey
Pennsylvania

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OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION STANDARD:

This product is not a "Hazardous Chemical" as defined by the OSHA

Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200.

CANADIAN REGULATIONS
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WHMIS INFORMATION: The Canadian Workplace Hazardous Materials

Information System (WHMIS) Classification for this product is:

This product is not a "Controlled Product" under WHMIS.

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CANADIAN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT (CEPA):

All substances in this product are listed on the Canadian Domestic

Substances List (DSL) or are not required to be listed.

16. OTHER INFORMATION

MSDS STATUS: Revised Section 2.

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The Information Herein Is Given In Good Faith, But No Warranty,
Express Or Implied, Is Made. Consult The Dow Chemical Company
For Further Information.