MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
James Alexander Corporation 845 Route 94 Blairstown, NJ 07825
Product Name: MEDICAINE庐 STING AND BITE RELIEF
MSDS Effective Date: September 10, 2001 Page 1 of 5
CHEMTREC 24 Hour Emergency Phone: (800) 424-9300 Note: The CHEMTREC emergency
number is to be used only in the event of chemical emergencies involving a spill, leak, fire, exposure, or accident
involving chemicals. All non-emergency questions should be directed to JAC at (908) 362-9266.
------------------------------I. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION -------------------------------
Manufacturer鈥檚 Name: James Alexander Corporation Phone: (908)362-9266
Emergency Telephone No.: (800)424-9300 (CHEMTREC)
Address: 845 Route 94 Blairstown, NJ 07825
Product Name: MEDICAINE庐 STING AND BITE RELIEF
Synonyms: N/A
D.O.T. Shipping Name: Consumer Commodity- ORM-D for ground shipments
Flammable Liquid NOS, 3, UN1993, PGII (contains isopropanol) for
air shipments only
NFPA Ratings: Health - 2 Flammability - 3 Instability - 0
------------------------------II. HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS ------------------------------
---------OSHA-------- ---------ACGIH---------
Component CAS No. % PEL/TWA TLV/TWA TLV/STEL
Isopropyl Alcohol 67-63-0 29% 400 ppm 400 ppm 500 ppm
Menthol 2216-51-5 1% N/A N/A
---------------------------------------III. PHYSICAL DATA --------------------------------------
Boiling Point: N/A for mixtures Melting Point: Unknown
Specific Gravity: 1.029 25/25 Vapor Pressure: Unknown
Vapor Density: Unknown Solubility in water: Very soluble
% volatiles by vol.: 29% Evaporation Rate (Butyl acetate=1): Unknown
Appearance and odor: Clear, dark green liquid. Odor of isopropyl alcohol, residual odor of
menthol.
pH: Unknown
-----------------------IV FIRE & EXPLOSION INFORMATION ------------------------
Flash Point: 62 degrees F Test Method: Pensky Martens Closed Cup
Autoignition temp: Isopropyl Alcohol: 852 degrees F (456oC)
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
James Alexander Corporation 845 Route 94 Blairstown, NJ 07825
Product Name: MEDICAINE庐 STING AND BITE RELIEF
MSDS Effective Date: September 10, 2001 Page 2 of 5
CHEMTREC 24 Hour Emergency Phone: (800) 424-9300 Note: The CHEMTREC emergency
number is to be used only in the event of chemical emergencies involving a spill, leak, fire, exposure, or accident
involving chemicals. All non-emergency questions should be directed to JAC at (908) 362-9266.
Flammable limits in air % by volume: Lower (Unknown) Upper(Unknown)
Extinguishing media: 鈥淎lcohol resistant鈥? foam, CO2 or dry chemical.
Special fire fighting procedures:
NOTE: Individuals should perform only those fire-fighting procedures for which they
have been trained.
Remove all sources of ignition. Move exposed containers from fire area if it can be done
without risk. Firefighters should wear proper protective equipment and self-contained breathing
apparatus with full facepiece operated in positive pressure mode. Spray extinguishing media
directly into base of flames. Water may be used to keep fire-exposed containers cool.
Unusual fire and explosion hazard: When heated, mixture will give off carbon monoxide and
unidentified organic compounds. Closed containers exposed to heat may develop pressure and
explode.
-------------------------V. HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION -------------------------
Primary routes of exposure: Inhalation, eye contact, skin contact, ingestion.
Signs and symptoms of overexposure:
Inhalation: May cause mild irritation to the nose, throat, and respiratory tract and may
result in depression of the central nervous system.
Eye contact: Moderately irritating to the eyes.
Skin contact: Mildly irritating to the skin.
Ingestion: Irritating to the gastrointestinal tract. May cause abdominal pain and vomiting
(sometimes bloody). Ingestion may cause central nervous system depression, low blood
pressure, rapid heart beat and liver damage.
Early to moderate central nervous system depression may be evidenced by giddiness,
headache, dizziness and nausea. In extreme cases, unconsciousness, respiratory depression and
death may occur. Liver damage may be evidenced by loss of appetite, jaundice (yellowish skin
color) and sometimes pain in the upper abdomen on the right side.
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: Individuals with pre-existing skin disorders,
eye problems, or impaired respiratory function may be more susceptible to the effects of
overexposure.
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
James Alexander Corporation 845 Route 94 Blairstown, NJ 07825
Product Name: MEDICAINE庐 STING AND BITE RELIEF
MSDS Effective Date: September 10, 2001 Page 3 of 5
CHEMTREC 24 Hour Emergency Phone: (800) 424-9300 Note: The CHEMTREC emergency
number is to be used only in the event of chemical emergencies involving a spill, leak, fire, exposure, or accident
involving chemicals. All non-emergency questions should be directed to JAC at (908) 362-9266.
----------------VI. EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES ----------------
For Inhalation: Remove subject immediately to fresh air. Give artificial respiration if
victim is not breathing. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get immediate medical attention.
For Eye Contact: Immediately flush eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 15
minutes. Eyelids should be held apart and away from eyeball for thorough rinsing. Do not permit
victim to rub eyes. Get immediate medical attention.
For Skin Contact: Immediately flush skin with copious amounts of water for at least 15
minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Obtain medical attention if irritation
persists after washing. Wash clothing before re-use.
For Ingestion: Contact a Poison Control Center immediately. Give no more than 2
glasses of water and induce vomiting by giving 30 cc (2 tablespoons) of syrup of ipecac. If victim
is a child, give no more than 1 glass of water and 15cc (1 tablespoon) syrup of ipecac. If syrup of
ipecac is unavailable, give 2 glasses of water and induce vomiting by touching finger to back of
victim鈥檚 throat. Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious or convulsing person. Get
immediate medical attention.
-------------------------------------VII. TOXICITY DATA ---------------------------------------
None of the components present in this formulation are currently classified as carcinogens
in the NTP Annual Report on Carcinogens, IARC Monographs or by OSHA.
------------------------------VIII. PERSONAL PROTECTION ------------------------------
Storage Requirements: Protect containers from physical damage. Detached or outside
storage is preferred. Inside storage should be in an NFPA approved flammable liquids storage
room or cabinet. Store at temperatures below 77 degrees F (25oC). Do not store in direct sunlight.
Isolate from incompatible materials. Keep containers tightly closed.
Handling Requirements: All ignition sources should be eliminated. Remove closure
carefully; internal pressure may be present. Keep closure up to prevent leakage. When contents
are being transferred, metallic containers must be bonded to the receiving container and grounded
to avoid static discharges. Never use pressure to empty containers. Replace closure carefully
after each opening.
Ventilation: Not required for product (JAC unit dose swab) use. When handling bulk
material, use general or local exhaust ventilation to meet TLV requirements. Where engineering
controls are not feasible or sufficient to achieve full conformance with acceptable exposure limits,
use a NIOSH approved respirator designed for organic vapors.
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
James Alexander Corporation 845 Route 94 Blairstown, NJ 07825
Product Name: MEDICAINE庐 STING AND BITE RELIEF
MSDS Effective Date: September 10, 2001 Page 4 of 5
CHEMTREC 24 Hour Emergency Phone: (800) 424-9300 Note: The CHEMTREC emergency
number is to be used only in the event of chemical emergencies involving a spill, leak, fire, exposure, or accident
involving chemicals. All non-emergency questions should be directed to JAC at (908) 362-9266.
Eye Protection: Not required for product (JAC unit dose swab) use. When handling bulk
material, always wear gas-tight, splash-proof chemical safety goggles meeting OSHA 29CFR
1910.133 specifications.
Skin Protection: Not required for product (JAC unit dose swab) use. When handling
bulk material, use nitrile, neoprene or natural rubber gloves for most effective skin protection.
-------------------------------IX. HAZARDOUS REACTIVITY -------------------------------
Stable at room temperature. Hazardous polymerization will not occur. However, carbon
monoxide gas and unidentified organic compounds may be formed during combustion.
Conditions To Avoid: Sunlight, heat (heating above ambient temperatures causes the
vapor pressure of the material to increase). Avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents.
Do not store or handle in aluminum equipment at temperatures above 120 degrees F.
-----------------X SPILL, LEAK AND DISPOSAL PROCEDURES ------------------
For large spills, stop leak if you can do so without risk. Extinguish all sources of ignition.
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, chemical safety goggles and full protective clothing.
Ventilate area. Spilled liquids should be contained and not washed into sewers or ground water.
Contain by diking with non-combustible absorbent materials and place residue in DOT approved
waste container.
Comply with all applicable local, state and federal regulations on spill reporting, handling
and disposal of waste.
Other Precautions: Containers, even those that have been emptied, will retain product
residue and vapors. Handle empty containers as if they were full.
Prepared By: David Robinson
Title: Vice President
Date of Initial Preparation: June 1989
Latest Revision Date: September 10, 2001
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NOTE: This Material Safety Data Sheet is intended only as a guide to the appropriate
precautionary handling of the material by a person trained in, or supervised by a person trained
in, the safe handling of chemical materials.
James Alexander Corporation (JAC), expressly disclaims all express or implied warranties
of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose with respect to the product or information
provided herein.
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
James Alexander Corporation 845 Route 94 Blairstown, NJ 07825
Product Name: MEDICAINE庐 STING AND BITE RELIEF
MSDS Effective Date: September 10, 2001 Page 5 of 5
CHEMTREC 24 Hour Emergency Phone: (800) 424-9300 Note: The CHEMTREC emergency
number is to be used only in the event of chemical emergencies involving a spill, leak, fire, exposure, or accident
involving chemicals. All non-emergency questions should be directed to JAC at (908) 362-9266.
All information appearing herein is based upon data obtained from the manufacturer(s)
and/or recognized technical sources. While the information is believed to be accurate, JAC makes
no representations as to its accuracy or sufficiency. Conditions of use are beyond JAC鈥檚 control
and therefore, users are responsible to verify this data under their own operating conditions to
determine whether the product is suitable for their particular purposes and they assume all risks
of their use, handling, and disposal of the product, or from the publication or use of, or reliance
upon, information contained herein. This information relates only to the product designated
herein and does not relate to its use in combination with any other material or in any other
process.
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