Material Safety Data Sheet
This MSDS is prepared in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200
E HCS CLASS: Corrosive liquid.
WHMIS (Pictograms) WHMIS (Classification) HCS
Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product Name/ Geraldine Code
104
Trade name
Mixture.
CAS #
Floor Wax & Finish Stripper/Cleaner
Synonym
Validation Date 2/1/2005
Not available.
Chemical Family
2/1/2005
Print Date
Not applicable.
Chemical Formula
In Case of Chemtrec (800) 424-9300
Manufacturer/ Supplier Betco Corporation Emergency
1001 Brown Avenue
Toledo, Ohio 43607
(419) 241-2156
TSCA Inventory: All components listed or are exempt from listing.
TSCA
Protective Clothing
DSL/ NDSL All components listed unless noted elsewhere on this MSDS
Section 2. Composition and Information on Ingredients
Name CAS # Exposure Limits
% by LC50/LD50
Weight
Sodium Metasilicate 6834-92-0 5 - 10 Not available. Not available.
2-Butoxyethanol 111-76-2 0-5 ORAL (LD50): Acute:
ACGIH (United States).
TWA: 20 ppm 1746 mg/kg [Rat].
OSHA (United States).
TWA: 50 ppm
Monoethanolamine 141-43-5 0-5 TWA: 3 ppm Not available.
OSHA (United States).
TWA: 6 ppm
STEL: 6 ppm
Sodium Hydroxide 1310-73-2 0-5 Not available.
OSHA (United States).
TWA: 2 mg/m 3
Sodium Xylene Sulfonate 1300-72-7 0-5 Not available. ORAL (LD50): Acute:
650 mg/kg [Rat]. 5939
mg/kg [Mouse].
Sodium Tallate 61790-45-2 0-5 Not available. Not available.
Anionic Surfactant 25155-30-0 0-5 Not available. Not available.
Tetrasodium salt of 64-02-8 0-5 Not available. ORAL (LD50): Acute:
ethylendiaminetetraacetic acid 3030 mg/kg [Rat].
Perfume Oil 100-52-7 0-5 Not available. Not available.
Dye N/A 0-5 Not available. Not available.
Section 3. Hazards Identification
Corrosive to eyes and skin. Eye contact can result in corneal damage or blindness.
Potential Acute Health
Effects
Prolonged exposure may result in skin burns and ulcerations. Repeated or prolonged
Potential Chronic Health
exposure to the substance can produce lung damage.
Effects
Carcinogenic Effects Not classified or listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA, EU and ACGIH.
Section 4. First Aid Measures
Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with
Eye Contact
plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Cold water may be used. Get medical attention
immediately.
In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while
Skin Contact
removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean
shoes before reuse. Get medical attention immediately.
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is
Inhalation
difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention.
If swallowed, do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never
Ingestion
give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie,
belt or waistband. Get medical attention immediately.
Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
Not available.
Products of Combustion
N/A
Fire Fighting Media
and Instructions
N/A
Special Remarks on Fire
Hazards
N/A
Special Remarks on
Explosion Hazards
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Chemical anti-splash goggles.
Small Spill and Leak
Corrosive liquid. Avoid to runoff to sewers and waterways. Wear Protective Clothing. Absorb
Large Spill and Leak
with inert Material. Contact you local Emergency planning commission for further instructions.
Splash goggles. Full suit. Boots. Gloves. Suggested protective clothing might not be
Personal Protection in
sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE handling this product.
Case of a Large Spill
Section 7. Handling and Storage
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid breathing vapors or spray mists.
Precautions
acids
Incompatibility
Keep only in the original container. Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs.
Storage
Keep out of reach of children. For Institutional and Commercial Use
Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Good general ventilation should be sufficient to control airborne levels.
Engineering Controls
Personal Protection
Eyes Splash goggles.
Body Boots. Disposable outer garments, or impervious garments of equal or greater protection.
Respiratory Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate.
Hands Use chemical resistant, impervious gloves.
Protective Clothing
(Pictograms)
2-Butoxyethanol
Exposure Limits
TWA: 25 (ppm)
TWA: 50 (ppm) from OSHA (PEL)
Sodium Hydroxide
TWA: 2 (mg/m 3) from OSHA (PEL)
Monoethanolamine
TWA: 3 (ppm)
TWA: 6 (ppm) from OSHA (PEL)
STEL: 6 (ppm)
Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Liquid
Physical State and Characteristic.
Odor
Appearance
Taste Not available.
Not applicable.
Molecular Weight
Grayish white.
Color
13 to 13.9 [Basic.]
pH
100掳C (212掳F)
Boiling/Condensation
Point
Not available.
Melting/Freezing Point
Not available.
Critical Temperature
Not available.
Instability Temperature
1.07 (Water = 1)
Specific Gravity
20mm Hg @ 68掳F
Vapor Pressure
>1 (Air = 1)
Vapor Density
80
Volatility
Not available.
VOC
<1
Evaporation Rate
See solubility in water.
Dispersion Properties
not available
Solubility
Non-flammable.
The Product is:
Not available.
Auto-ignition
Temperature
Not available.
Flash Points
Flammable Limits
Not available.
Fire Hazards in Presence
of Various Substances
Not applicable
Explosion Hazards in
Presence of Various
Substances
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity Data
The product is stable.
Stability
acids
Incompatibility with
Various Substances
Hazardous Decomposition not available
Products
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Absorbed through skin. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.
Routes of Entry
WARNING: THE LC50 VALUES HEREUNDER ARE ESTIMATED ON THE BASIS OF A
Toxicity to Animals
4-HOUR EXPOSURE.
Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 140 mg/kg [Rat]. (Sodium Hydroxide).
Acute toxicity of the gas (LC50): 926 ppm 4 hour(s) [Mouse]. (2-Butoxyethanol).
Acute Effects on Humans
Eyes Very hazardous in case of eye contact (corrosive). Eye contact can result in corneal damage
or blindness.
Skin Very hazardous in case of skin contact (corrosive). Skin contact may produce burns.
Inhalation Liquid or spray mist may produce tissue damage particularly on mucous membranes of eyes,
mouth and respiratory tract.
Ingestion Very hazardous in case of ingestion. May be fatal if swallowed. May cause burns to mouth,
throat, and stomach. May cause headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting and diarhea.
Prolonged exposure may result in skin burns and ulcerations. Repeated or prolonged
Chronic Effects on
exposure to the substance can produce lung damage.
Humans
No additional remark.
Special Remarks on
Toxicity to Animals
No additional remark.
Special Remarks on
Chronic Effects on
Humans
Section 12. Ecological Information
Not available.
Ecotoxicity
Not available.
BOD5 and COD
Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term
Products of
degradation products may arise.
Biodegradation
Toxicity of the Products of as toxic as the original product.
Biodegradation
No additional remark.
Special Remarks on the
Products of
Biodegradation
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental control
Waste Information
regulations.
Not available.
Waste Stream
Section 14. Transport Information
DOT (U.S.A)
(Pictograms)
CORROSIVE
8
8
TDG Classification
8
PIN UN, Proper Shipping Shipping name: Corrosive liquids n.o.s. UNNA: 1760 PG: II
Name, PG
Maritime Transportation Not available.
Not available.
Special Provisions for
Transport
Section 15. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms
E
WHMIS (Classification)
No products were found.
Regulatory Lists
OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
Other Regulations
HCS CLASS: Corrosive liquid.
Other Classifications HCS (U.S.A.)
USA Regulatory
Lists
SARA 311/312 MSDS distribution - chemical inventory - hazard
identification: 2-Butoxyethanol: immediate health hazard, delayed health
hazard; Sodium Hydroxide: immediate health hazard
SARA 313 toxic chemical notification and release reporting:
2-Butoxyethanol
This product is not classified according to the EU regulations.
DSD (EEC)
International No products were found.
Regulations Lists
Hazardous Material * 3 National Fire
Health
Flammability
0
Information System 0 Protection
Flammability
3 0
(U.S.A.) Instability
Health
0 Association
Physical Hazard
(U.S.A.)
The Hazard Ranking systems presented on this MSDS provide only a quick reference for hazard information. The ENTIRE Specific Hazard
MSDS must be consulted to determine any specific hazards, First Aid measures, and PPE associated with this product.
Section 16. Other Information
Validated by DThomas on 2/1/2005. Verified by DThomas.
Printed 2/1/2005.
Information Contact Betco Corporation
1001 Brown Avenue
Toledo, Ohio 43607
Notice to Reader
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above named supplier 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.
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