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Effective Date: 8/26/05 Supersedes: 12/17/02
Section 1: CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product Name: Sight Savers brand Anti-Fog Liquid For Information: 1-800-553-5340
Product Code: 24, 25, 25S, 68, 69, 1200, 1200T, 8563P, For Emergency: 1-800-535-5053
8565, 8569, 8570, 143060, 8568P
Chemical Family: NA
Manufacturer: Bausch & Lomb Incorporated
Address: 1400 N. Goodman Street
Rochester, New York 14609
Section 2: COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS / GUIDELINES
OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV NIOSH REL IRELAND HSE
CAS # COMPONENT NAME % W/W TWA /STEL TWA /STEL TWA /STEL TWA /STEL TWA /STEL UNITS
67-63-0 Isopropyl Alcohol 12 400 NE 200 400 400 500 400 500 400 500 ppm
34590-94-8 Dipropylene glycol methyl ether 2 100 NE 100 150 100 150 100 150 100 150 ppm
NA Other non-hazardous components 86
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TOTAL 100
N/E: Not Established OSHA: Occupational Safety & Health Administration
TWA: 8-Hour Time-Weighted Average PPM: Parts Per Million
N/A: Not Applicable STEL: Short-Term Exposure Limit
ACGIH: American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists C: Ceiling Limit
NIOSH: National Institute for Occupational Safety & Health REL: Recommended Exposure Limit
Section 3: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Purple liquid. Avoid eye contact. May cause skin irritation or
dryness. Ingestion may cause gastric and intestinal irritation.
Seek medical attention.
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Section 3: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION (cont.)
PRECAUTIONS:
This product is intended to be used as a lens cleaning agent for eyeglasses, safety glasses, face shields or other similar
glass and plastic lens materials. If you are sensitive to any of its components, do not use. Use only in accordance with
label instructions.
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
EYE:
Avoid contact with the eye. May cause severe eye irritation.
SKIN:
Frequent or prolonged contact with skin or mucous membranes may cause irritation or dryness.
INGESTION:
Not expected to be an exposure route. However, may cause gastric and intestinal irritation if ingested.
INHALATION:
Not expected to be a significant exposure route. Vapor or mist may be irritating to mucous membranes and upper
respiratory tract.
CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS
None identified.
CARCINOGENICITY:
NTP: NA
IARC: NA
OSHA: NA
Section 4: FIRST AID MEASURES
EYES:
Hold eyelids apart and flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention.
SKIN:
Should irritation develop, discontinue use. Wash affected skin thoroughly with soap and water. Get medical attention if
irritation or other symptoms develop or persist.
INGESTION:
If swallowed, DO NOT induce vomiting. Seek medical attention immediately.
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Section 4: FIRST AID MEASURES (cont.)
INHALATION:
Normal use of this product does not pose an inhalation hazard. However, should respiratory tract irritation develop,
discontinue use and remove to fresh air. Get medical attention if irritation or other symptoms develop or persist.
Section 5: FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FLAMMABLE PROPERTIES:
Flash Point: 105掳F Closed-Cup
Method: ASTM Method D3828-98
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:
Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, appropriate foam or water fog.
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS:
During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS:
As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
Section 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Large Spill (> 4 liters):
Shut off all sources of ignition. Evacuate immediate area. Isolate hazard area. Prevent from entering drains and sewers.
Wear suitable protective eyewear, clothing, respiratory protection (refer to Section 8), rubber boots and rubber gloves.
Cover with vermiculite or other suitable inert material, pick up and place in closed containers. Transport outdoors and
hold for waste disposal. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.
Small Spill (< 4 liters):
Isolate hazard area. Prevent from entering drains and sewers. Wear suitable protective eyewear, clothing, respiratory
protection (refer to Section 8), rubber boots and rubber gloves. Cover with vermiculite or other suitable inert material, pick
up and place in closed containers. Transport outdoors and hold for waste disposal. Ventilate area and wash spill site
after material pickup is complete.
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Section 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING:
No special handling is required. Avoid contact with eyes. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure to skin or mucous
membranes. Wash thoroughly after handling.
STORAGE:
Store product at room temperature, in a well ventilated place. Discard appropriately if package integrity is compromised.
Section 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
ENGINEERING CONTROLS:
Use with good general ventilation. No special controls required.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:
No special controls or personal protection required under conditions of intended use.
In the event of a spill, a NIOSH-certified air-purifying respirator with organic vapor cartridges may be permissible under
certain circumstances where airborne concentrations are expected to exceed exposure limits and when adequate oxygen
is present. Use a positive pressure air-supplied respirator if there is any potential for an uncontrolled release or any other
circumstances where air purifying respirators may not provide adequate protection.
SKIN PROTECTION:
No special controls or personal protection required under conditions of intended use.
In the event of a spill, use rubber gloves.
EYE PROTECTION:
Avoid contact with the eye. No special controls or personal protection required under conditions of intended use.
In the event of a spill, appropriate eye protection should be worn.
ADDITIONAL PROTECTIVE CLOTHING & EQUIPMENT:
NA
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Section 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES:
Appearance / Physical State: Purple liquid (refer to product labeling for description)
Odor: Slight alcohol odor
CHEMICAL PROPERTIES:
212 掳F
Boiling Point: Melting Point: Not Applicable
30 mm @ 77 掳F
Vapor Pressure: Vapor Density: Unknown
Solubility In Water: Soluble Specific Gravity (H2O = 1): 1.0
0 掳C (32 掳F)
pH: 7.0 Freezing Point:
Molecular Weight: Not Applicable, Mixture
Section 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
GENERAL:
Stable under normal conditions.
INCOMPATIBLE MATERIALS AND CONDITIONS TO AVOID:
Caustics, strong acids, alkanolamines, strong oxidizing agents, and chlorinated compounds.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:
Does not occur
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION:
None
Section 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
RTECS No.: NT8050000
Isopropyl Alcohol
ORL-RAT LD50: 5045 MG/KG
Toxicity Data:
IHL-RAT LC50: 16000 PPM/8H
SKN-RBT LD50: 12800 MG/KG
EYE-RBT 100 MG SEV
Irritation Data:
SKN-RBT 500 MG (MILD)
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Section 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION (cont.)
RTECS No.: JM1575000
Dipropylene glycol methyl ether
ORL-RAT LD50: 5400 UL/KG
Toxicity Data:
EYE-RBT 500 MG/24H (MILD)
Irritation Data:
SKN-RBT 500 MG (MILD)
NOTE: Only selected Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances (RTECS) data is presented here. See
actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
Section 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No specific ecological data are available for this product.
Section 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
All disposal methods must be in compliance with all Federal, State/Provincial and local laws and regulations. Regulations
may vary in different locations. Waste characterizations and compliance with applicable laws are the sole responsibility of
the waste generator.
Section 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION
US DOT IATA IMO RID/ADR Canadian TDG
Shipping Name: Consumer Commodity Consumer Commodity Alcohol, N.O.S. No information No information
(contains Isopropanol) available available
Hazard Class: ORM-D 9 3
UN Number: NA 8000 1987
Package Group: NA 910 (Packaging Inst.) III, Limited Quantity,
F.P. 40.5 C cc
Air freight and ocean shipments require additional marking and labeling. Product code 69 may not be shipped via air or
ocean freight in domestic cartons.
Section 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION
OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION STANDARD (29 CFR 1910.1200):
Sight Savers brand Anti-Fog Liquid is considered hazardous under the Occupational Safety & Health Administration
Hazard Communication Standard.
TOXIC SUBSTANCE CONTROL ACT (TSCA):
CAS# 67-63-0 is listed on the TSCA Inventory.
CAS# 34590-94-8 is listed on the TSCA Inventory.
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Section 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION (cont.)
SARA TITLE III (Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act):
SECTION 302 (Extremely Hazardous Substances): No Components Listed
SECTION 311, 312 (Hazard Categories): Acute, Chronic
SECTION 313 (Toxic Chemicals): No Components Listed
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65:
This product contains no listed substances known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm, at levels which would require a warning under the statute.
Section 16: OTHER INFORMATION
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither Bausch & Lomb
Incorporated nor any of its subsidiaries assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the
information contained herein. Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All
materials may present unknown hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are described
herein, we cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist. NO WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, OF
MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS OR OTHERWISE IS MADE. In no event shall Bausch & Lomb Incorporated or any of its
subsidiaries be liable for any special, incidental or consequential damages.
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