MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
HMIS HAZARD RATINGS
OSHA - Meets 29 CFR 1910.1200 Standards
HEALTH 0 = INSIGNIFICANT 3 = HIGH
1
FLAMMABILITY 1 = SLIGHT 4 = EXTREME
0
REACTIVITY 2 = MODERATE
0
TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Not Regulated
HAZARD CLASS / PKG GRP: Not regulated Not Applicable
REF:
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: None None Required
LABEL:
SECTION 1 - PRODUCT / COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
IDENTITY (AS USED ON LABEL AND LIST)
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GOTCHA
MANUFACTURER'S NAME EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER
Gator Chemical CHEM 鈥? TEL (800) 255-3924 Outside USA (813) 248-0585
ADDRESS (NUMBER, STREET, P.O. BOX) TELEPHONE NUMBER FOR INFORMATION
P.O. Box 1990 (727) 584-5174
(CITY, STATE AND ZIP CODE) DATE PREPARED: January 18, 2003
Largo, FL 33779 SUPERSEDES: New
SECTION 2 - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS / IDENTITY INFORMATION
OSHA PEL ACGIH TWA
HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS % SARA RQ
CAS #
MG/M3 MG/M3 TITLE III LBS
(OPTIONAL)
(SPECIFIC CHEMICAL IDENTITY; COMMON NAME(S)) PPM PPM
Dipropylene glycol n - butyl ether 29911-28-2 5 - 10 not established
SECTION 3 - HEALTH HAZARD DATA
ROUTES OF ENTRY - SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES
INHALATION: High concentrations are irritating to the respiratory tract; Remove affected person to fresh air; provide oxygen if breathing is difficult.
inhalation of mist may cause headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting and
malaise.
SKIN: Brief contact may cause slight irritation; prolonged contact may cause Remove contaminated clothing; wash affected area with soap and water;
moderate reddening, swelling and possible necrosis. launder contaminated clothing before reuse; if irritation persists, seek medical
attention.
EYES: Contact may cause irritation and pain associated with redness and Remove contact lenses. Flush eyes with clear running water for 15 minutes
swelling of the conjunctiva. while holding eyelids open; if irritation persists, seek medical attention.
INGESTION: Low order of toxicity; may cause headache, dizziness, diarrhea Give two glasses of water for dilution; Do not induce vomiting; never give
and general weakness. anything by mouth to an unconscious person; seek medical attention.
CARCINOGENICITY No No No
NTP? IARC MONOGRAPHS? OSHA REGULATED?
MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE: Preexisting skin, eye, or respiratory disorders may become aggravated through
prolonged exposure.
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GOTCHA Date: January 18, 2003
SECTION 4 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FLASH POINT (METHOD USED) NFPA RATING FLAMMABLE LIMITS
Non-flammable LEL: Not applicable UEL: Not applicable
None
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Carbon dioxide, water, water fog, dry chemical, chemical foam
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES
Keep containers cool with water spray to prevent container rupture due to steam buildup; floor will become slippery if material is released.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS
None
SECTION 5 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED: Small spills - wash to sanitary sewer with plenty of water. Large spills - soak up with
approved absorbent, shovel product into approved container for disposal. Wash area with plenty of water.
SECTION 6 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORAGE: Keep container closed when not in use; protect containers from abuse; protect from extreme
temperatures.
SECTION 7 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION (SPECIFY TYPE): None required while threshold limits (Section 2) are kept below maximum allowable concentrations; if TWA
exceeds limits, NIOSH approved respirator must be worn. Refer to 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149 for complete regulations.
VENTILATION LOCAL EXHAUST: Required SPECIAL: To maintain minimum TWA and STEL levels.
MECHANICAL (GENERAL): Yes OTHER: Engineering and work controls as required.
PROTECTIVE GLOVES: Neoprene or rubber gloves with cuffs. EYE PROTECTION: Protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles.
OTHER PROTECTIVE CLOTHING OR EQUIPMENT: Coveralls, apron, or other equipment should be worn to minimize skin contact.
WORK / HYGIENIC PRACTICES: Practice safe workplace habits. Minimize body contact with this, as well as all chemicals in general.
SECTION 8 - PHYSICAL / CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
BOILING POINT SPECIFIC GRAVITY (WATER = 1)
212掳 F 1.007
VAPOR PRESSURE (MM Hg) pH
17 mm Hg @ 20 掳 C 7.0 - 8.0
VAPOR DENSITY (AIR = 1) EVAPORATION RATE (WATER = 1)
>1 <1
SOLUBILITY IN WATER % VOLATILE (BY WEIGHT)
Complete 97.5%
APPEARANCE AND ODOR
Colorless liquid, floral odor
SECTION 9 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Extreme temperatures, keep from freezing
STABILITY UNSTABLE:
STABLE: XXX
INCOMPATIBILITY (MATERIALS TO AVOID): Strong oxidizers, strong acids
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION OR BYPRODUCTS: Decomposition will not occur if handled and stored properly. In case of a fire, oxides of carbon,
hydrocarbons, fumes, and smoke may be produced.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION MAY OCCUR: CONDITIONS TO AVOID:
WILL NOT OCCUR: XXX None
SECTION 10 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD: Dispose of in accordance with Local, State, and Federal Regulations. Product is classified as non - hazardous, however, non-
hazardous materials may become hazardous waste upon contact with other products. Refer to "40 CFR Protection of Environment Parts 260 - 299" for complete
waste disposal regulations. Consult your local, state, or Federal Environmental Protection Agency before disposing of any chemicals.
The information contained herein is believed to be accurate but is not warranted to be so. Data and calculations are based on information furnished by the
manufacturer of the product and manufacturers of the components of the product. Users are advised to confirm in advance of need that information is current,
applicable and suited to the circumstances of use. Vendor assumes no responsibility for injury to vendee or third persons proximately caused by the material if
reasonable safety procedures are not adhered to as stipulated in the data sheet. Furthermore, vendor assumes no responsibility for injury caused by abnormal use
of this material even if reasonable safety procedures are followed. Any questions regarding this product should be directed to the manufacturer of the product as
described in Section 1.
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