MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
S-426 Solvent
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SECTION 1: PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION AND USE
MFG'S NAME: ITW AMERICAN SAFETY TECHNOLOGIES TRADE NAME: S-426 Solvent
565 Eagle Rock Ave.
Roseland, New Jersey 07068
(973) 403-2600 CHEMICAL FAMILY: EPOXY ESTER
DOT SHIPPING CLASSIFICATION (49 CFR 172.101): HMIS RATING:
Paint related material, 3, UN1263, III Health = 1
TRANSPORTATION EMERGENCY NO. (CHEMTREC): 1-800-424-9300 Flammability = 3
MFG'S DUNN'S NO: 002-171-213 Reactivity = 0
PREPARED BY: J. Farrell DATE: 4/22/07 REVISION:
SECTION 2: HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS / IDENTITY INFORMATION
INGREDIENTS CAS NO. % WT. OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV
Aromatic petroleum distillates 64742-95-6 30-60% N.E. N.E.
Methyl normal amyl ketone 110-43-0 30-60% 100ppm 50ppm
Propylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether 107-98-2 15-30% 100ppm 100ppm
1,2,4 - Trimethylbenzene 95-63-6 5-15% N.E. N.E.
1,3,5 -Trimethylbenzene 108-67-8 1-10% N.E. N.E.
Diethylbenzene 25340-17-4 1-5% N.E. N.E.
(N.A. = Not Applicable) (N.E. = Not Established)
SECTION 313 SUPPLIER INFORMATION: THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS THE FOLLOWING CHEMICALS SUBJECT
TO THE REPORTING REQUIREMENTS OF SECTION 313 OF THE EMERGENCY PLANNING AND COMMUNITY
RIGHT-TO-KNOW ACT OF 1986 AND OF 40 CFR 372. THIS INFORMATION MUST BE INCLUDED ON THE MSDS
COPIED AND DISTRIBUTED FOR THIS MATERIAL.
CAS NUMBER WEIGHT %
CHEMICAL NAME
1,2,4 - Trimethylbenzene 95-63-6 5-15%
Ethylbenzene 100-41-4 0.1%
SECTION 3: PHYSICAL DATA
BOILING POINT: >240潞F/116潞C SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 0.86
VAPOR PRESSURE: 8mmHg @ 68潞F/20潞C MELTING POINT: N.E.
VAPOR DENSITY: N/D EVAPORATION RATE: slower than ethyl ether
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Slight
APPEARANCE AND ODOR: water white color, hydrocarbon smell
SECTION 4: FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD
FLASH POINT: >86潞F/>31潞C PMCC FLAMMABLE LIMITS: LEL UEL
1.0 10.9
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Carbon Dioxide, Dry Chemical or Foam
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Remove all ignition sources. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and
complete personal protective equipment where potential for exposure to vapors or products of combustion exists.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSIVE HAZARDS: Closed containers may rupture (due to build up of pressure) when
exposed to extreme heat. Decomposition and combustion products may be toxic.
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SECTION 5: HEALTH HAZARD DATA
PRIMARY ROUTES OF ENTRY: Inhalation/Skin/Ingestion
HEALTH HAZARDS (ACUTE AND CHRONIC)
Eyes: May cause mild eye irritation. Symptoms include stinging, tearing and redness.
Skin: Can cause moderate irritation and sensitization.
Inhalation : Vapors may cause headaches, nausea, dizziness and respiratory irritation.
Ingestion: Swallowing large amounts may be harmful. This material can get into the lungs during swallowing or vomiting.
CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE: Allergy, eczema and other skin conditions.
CARCINOGENIC DATA: Ethlbenzene has been shown to cause cancer in lab animals. The relevance to humans is uncertain. The
International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has classified ethylbenzene as a possible human carcinogen.
OVEREXPOSURE EFFECTS: Irritation, sensitization and dermatitis.
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES:
Eyes: Flush with large quantities of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention.
Skin: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash contact area with mild soap and water.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Give oxygen if breathing is difficult. Get medical attention.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting (contains solvent). Get medical attention.
SECTION 6: REACTIVITY DATA
STABILITY: Stable
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Excessive Heat.
INCOMPATIBILITY (Materials to Avoid): Strong Oxidizing Agents.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Carbon Monoxide and Carbon Dioxide.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur.
SECTION 7: SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED: Eliminate all ignition sources. Dike Spill. Absorb with inert
material and collect for disposal. Flush contaminated area with water; prevent washings from entering waterways.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHODS: Dispose of in accordance with Federal, State and Local Regulations.
SECTION 8: SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator with organic vapor cartridge if required.
VENTILATION: Explosion-proof mechanical ventilation and local exhaust are recommended. Mechanical exhaust is not recommended
as the sole means of controlling employee exposure.
PROTECTIVE GLOVES: Impervious gloves.
EYE PROTECTION: Chemical splash-proof goggles.
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: In operations where contact may occur coveralls, apron and impervious foot covering are
recommended.
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORAGE: Avoid all personal contact. Do not exceed 110掳F/43掳C in storage area.
Ground and bond metal containers for liquid transfer to avoid static sparks.
SECTION 9: SPECIAL / OTHER INSTRUCTIONS
* A safety shower and eye wash facility should be available to employees.
* Contaminated clothing should be removed immediately and thoroughly laundered before reuse.
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