In which section of an MSDS is the specific gravity of a hazardous material typically found?

The specific gravity of a hazardous material is typically found in the section that addresses the physical and chemical characteristics of the substance. This section provides crucial information about the material's properties, including its density (specific gravity), boiling point, melting point, vapor pressure, and solubility. Knowing the specific gravity is important for understanding how the material will behave in the environment and how it can be handled safely, which is essential for emergency response and risk assessment.

The other sections specified focus on different aspects of the material. For instance, health hazards detail the potential physical effects of exposure, fire and explosion hazard data provides information on flammability and potential fire-related risks, and stability and reactivity data discusses how the material may react under different conditions, such as heat or when mixed with other substances. These sections do not typically include specific gravity information, which is purely a physical/chemical property.