Baseboard Cleaner & Wax Stripper

Item Number: 2660-0957

 

U.S. Department Of Labor

Occupational Safety And Health Administration

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

Required Under USDL Safety And Health Regulations

(29 CFP 1910.1200 "Hazards Communication Standard")

 

Section I

Manufactured For:  Gabriel First Corp.

Emergency Telephone:  1-800-424-9300

Address:  233 W. Commercial Street, East Rochester, NY  14445

Trade Name & Synonyms:  Baseboard Cleaner & Wax Stripper Aerosol

DOT Classification:  Consumer Commodity

DOT Shipping Name:  ORM-D

Identity:  Cleaner & Wax Stripper

Prepared On:  07/23/2005

HMIS RATING

                                HEALTH                                FLAMMABILITY                                REACTIVITY                             MPP

                                       2                                                      2                                                          0                                            B

 

Section II - Product & Component Data

Component(s) /                                        CAS                       Exposure              SARA                %               OSHA               ACGIH

Chemical Names                              Registry No.                   Limit                Title III              Wt.                 PEL              TLV/TWA

2-Butoxy Ethanol                                  111-76-2                     20mg/kg                 Yes                   23                25ppm                25ppm

Tetrasodium EDTA                               64-02-8                    3030mg/kg                  -                   5-1.0                 ND                      ND

Organic Phosphate Ester                00051811-79-1               400mg/kg                   -                   .0-3.0                 NE                   1mg/m3

Deionized Water                                  7732-18-5                         NA                      NA                60-70                NA                      NA

Liquefied Petroleum Gas                    68476-85-7                          -                           -                                           1000                    1000

Unidentified ingredients are not considered hazardous under the Federal Hazard Communication Standard.

Components Listed as a Suspected Carcinogen:  None

 

Section III - Physical Data

Boiling Point:  NA

Specific Gravity (H₂O=1):  <1

Vapor Pressure:  115+/-5@130° F

Percent, Volatile By Volume (%):

Vapor Density (Air=1):  >1

Evaporation Rate (Ether=1):  <1

Solubility In Water:  Slight

Appearance And Odor:  Semi-stable, foaming spray, pine solvent odor.

 

Section IV - Fire And Explosion Hazard Data

Aerosol Flammability:  This product is considered to be non-flammable as described in 16CFR 1500.45.

Special Fire Fighting Procedures:  Containers should be cooled with water to prevent vapor pressure build up.  Use equipment or shielding, as required, to protect personnel from bursting, rupturing or venting containers. 

Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards:  At elevated temperatures (over 54C-130° F) containers exposed to direct flame or heat contact should be cooled with water to prevent weakening of container structure.

Flammable Limits:  LEL: 1.8   UEL:  9.2

Extinguishing Media:  Carbon Dioxide, foam and/or dry chemical may be used.

 

Section V - Health Hazard Data

Effects Of Overexposure:  High concentrations may produce headache, dizziness and nausea.

Eyes:  May cause burning and irritation.

Skin:  Irritates.  Maybe harmful if absorbed through the skin, leading to drying, irritation and dermatitis.

Ingestion:  Contains 2-Butoxyethanol, which if ingested in significant quantities may result in red blood cell hemolysis.

Inhalation:  Causes respiratory irritation. 

Medical condition aggravated by exposure:  Preexisting skin or eye disorders may be aggravated by exposure to this product.

Emergency First Aid Procedures:

Eyes:  Flush eyes with plenty of water for fifteen minutes while holding eyelids open.  Remove contact lenses prior to washing.  Get medical attention if irritation persists.

Skin:  Remove contaminated clothing.  Flush skin with water; follow by washing with soap and water.  If irritation occurs, get medical attention.  Do not reuse clothing until cleaned.

Inhalation:  Remove victim to fresh air and provide oxygen if breathing is difficult.  Give artificial respiration if not breathing.  Get medical attention.

Ingestion:  Get medical attention.

Note to physician:  There is no specific antidote.  Treatment of overexposure should be directed at the control of symptoms and the clinical condition.

 

Section VI - Reactivity Data

Stability:  Stable Hazardous Polymerization:  NA

Materials To Avoid:  Strong oxidizing agents, reactive metals, heat, and open flame.

Hazardous Decomposition Products:  Carbon Dioxide, carbon monoxide, and additional toxic chemicals may be formed in small amounts.

Conditions To Avoid:  Do not store above 54° C-130° F.   Keep away from heat, direct sunlight, open flames, or sparks.  Dropping of containers may cause bursting.

 

Section VII - Spill Or Leak Procedures

Steps To Be Taken In Case Material Is Released Or Spilled:  Remove all sources of ignition and ventilate area.  Soak up spill with an inert absorbent and place into a                 designated disposal container.  Consult local regulatory agency for proper disposition of material.

Waste Disposal Method:  Do not puncture or incinerate containers.  When contents are depleted continue to depress button until all gas is expelled.  Dispose of container in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.

 

Section VIII - Special Protection Information

Respiratory Protection (Type):  None required if good ventilation is maintained.  If exposure exceeds occupational exposure limits (Sec. II), use a NIOS approved respirator to prevent overexposure.

Ventilation:  Local exhaust is adequate under normal conditions, mechanical ventilation is optional. 

Protective Gloves:  Chemical resistant*.

Eye Protection:  Chemical safety glasses are recommended*.

Other Protective Equipment:  Wear impervious clothing to prevent skin contact.

Work/Hygienic Practices:  Ensure strict sanitary conditions are conformed to when working around chemicals.  Protective clothing and equipment should be in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.132 and CFR 1910.133.

 

Section IX - Special Precautions

Precautions To Be Taken In Handling And Storing:  Avoid breathing vapor.  Keep away from heat and flame.  Use with adequate ventilation.  Do not puncture or incinerate containers.  Do not expose to direct sunlight or store at temperatures above 130° F (54° C).  Store as Level 1 Aerosol (NFPA 30B).

Other Precautions:  Please read and follow the directions on the product label; they are your best guide to using this product in the most effective way, and give the necessary safety precautions to protect your health.

 

Section X – Other Regulatory Controls

Government Listings: Ingredients of this product are listed on the EPA/TSCA Inventory of Chemical Substances.

Supplier Notification Under Section 313 of SARA

Pursuant to Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA) and 40 CFR Part 372, our product: Baseboard Cleaner & Wax Stripper Aerosol contains toxic chemicals in quantities subject to the reporting requirements under section 313(see below). Effective January 1, 1989, any person who sells or otherwise distributes a mixture or trade name product containing toxic chemicals must provide written notice to the recipient with the first shipment in each calendar year.  If the recipient repackages or otherwise redistributes this product a notice indicating that this product is subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313, including the reporting chemical name/category, CAS number and percent by weight, must accompany the shipment.  Please note that the notification letter must be attached and remain attached to the Material Safety Data Sheet.

 

Chemical name                          CAS Number                         % by Weight

2-Butoxyethanol                           111-76-2                                       23

 

 

This information is given in good faith, but no warranty expressed or implied is made.  Our company believes that it is accurate to the best of its knowledge and relates only to the specific material designated herein.