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The Valvoline Company Date Prepared: 01/14/02
MSDS No: 503.0330094-001.003I
BRAKE FLUID DOT 4 BULK
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1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Material Identity
Product Name: BRAKE FLUID DOT 4 BULK
General or Generic ID: GLYCOL ETHER MIXTURE
Company Telephone Numbers
The Valvoline Company Emergency: 1-800-274-5263
P.O. Box 14000
Lexington, KY 40512 Information: 1-859-357-7206
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2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredient(s) CAS Number % (by weight)
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MIXED ALKYL ESTER 35.0- 45.0
TRIETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOBUTYL ETHER 143-22-6 20.0- 30.0
TETRAETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOMETHYL ETHER 23783-42-8 5.0- 15.0
POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL 25322-68-3 5.0- 15.0
TRIETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOMETHYL ETHER 112-35-6 5.0- 15.0
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3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Potential Health Effects
Eye
Can cause eye irritation.
Skin
May cause mild skin irritation. Prolonged or repeated contact may
dry and crack the skin. Additional symptoms of skin contact may
include: allergic skin reaction (delayed skin rash which may be
followed by blistering, scaling and other skin effects).
Swallowing
Swallowing small amounts of this material during normal handling
is not likely to cause harmful effects. Swallowing large amounts
may be harmful.
Inhalation
It is possible to breathe this material under certain conditions
of handling and use (for example, during heating, spraying, or
stirring).
Symptoms of Exposure
mouth and throat irritation (soreness, dry or scratchy feeling,
cough), stomach or intestinal upset (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea),
irritation (nose, throat, airways), central nervous system
depression (dizziness, drowsiness, weakness, fatigue, nausea,
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headache, unconsciousness), kidney damage, liver damage.
Target Organ Effects
No data
Developmental Information
No data
Cancer Information
No data
Other Health Effects
No data
Primary Route(s) of Entry
Skin contact.
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4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Eyes
If symptoms develop, move individual away from exposure and into
fresh air. Flush eyes gently with water while holding eyelids
apart. If symptoms persist or there is any visual difficulty,
seek medical attention.
Skin
Remove contaminated clothing. Wash exposed area with soap and
water. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention. Launder
clothing before reuse.
Swallowing
Seek medical attention. If individual is drowsy or unconscious,
do not give anything by mouth; place individual on the left side
with the head down. Contact a physician, medical facility, or
poison control center for advice about whether to induce vomiting.
If possible, do not leave individual unattended.
Inhalation
First aid is not applicable.
Note to Physicians
Preexisting disorders of the following organs ( or organ systems)
may be aggravated by exposure to this material: skin.
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5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flash Point
> 250.0 F (121.1 C) PMCC
Explosive Limit
No data
Autoignition Temperature
590.0 F (310.0 C)
Hazardous Products of Combustion
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May form: carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide, various
hydrocarbons.
Fire and Explosion Hazards
Never use welding or cutting torch on or near drum (even empty)
because product (even just residue) can ignite explosively.
Extinguishing Media
alcohol foam, water fog, carbon dioxide, dry chemical.
Fire Fighting Instructions
Water or foam may cause frothing which can be violent and possibly
endanger the life of the firefighter. Wear a self-contained
breathing apparatus with a full facepiece operated in the positive
pressure demand mode with appropriate turn-out gear and chemical
resistant personal protective equipment. Refer to the personal
protective equipment section of this MSDS.
NFPA Rating
Health - 1, Flammability - 1, Reactivity - 0
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6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Small Spill
Absorb liquid on vermiculite, floor absorbent or other absorbent
material.
Large Spill
Prevent run-off to sewers, streams or other bodies of water. If
run-off occurs, notify proper authorities as required, that a
spill has occured. Persons not wearing protective equipment
should be excluded from area of spill until clean-up has been
completed. Stop spill at source, dike area of spill to prevent
spreading, pump liquid to salvage tank. Remaining liquid may be
taken up on sand, clay, earth, floor absorbent, or other absorbent
material and shoveled into containers.
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7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling
Containers of this material may be hazardous when emptied. Since
emptied containers retain product residues (vapor, liquid, and/or
solid), all hazard precautions given in the data sheet must be
observed.
Storage
Not applicable
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8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Eye Protection
Wear safety glasses in compliance with OSHA regulations. (Consult
your safety representative.)
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Skin Protection
Not required under normal conditions of use., Wear normal work
clothing covering arms and legs..
Respiratory Protections
Not required under normal conditions of use.
Engineering Controls
Not required under normal conditions of use.
Exposure Guidelines
Component
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MIXED ALKYL ESTER
No exposure limits established
TRIETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOBUTYL ETHER (143-22-6)
No exposure limits established
TETRAETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOMETHYL ETHER (23783-42-8)
No exposure limits established
POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL (25322-68-3)
No exposure limits established
TRIETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOMETHYL ETHER (112-35-6)
No exposure limits established
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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Boiling Point
(for product) > 450.0 F (232.2 C) @ 760.00 mmHg
Vapor Pressure
No data
Specific Vapor Density
No data
Specific Gravity
1.060 @ 60.00 F
Liquid Density
8.840 lbs/gal @ 60.00 F
1.060 kg/l @ 15.60 C
Percent Volatiles (Including Water)
No data
Evaporation Rate
No data
Appearance
CLEAR
State
LIQUID
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Physical Form
No data
Color
AMBER
Odor
MILD
pH
8.6 @ 25% AQUEOUSE SOLUTION
Freezing Point
< -58.0 F (-50.0 C)
Solubility in Water
SOLUBLE
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10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Hazardous Polymerization
Product will not undergo hazardous polymerization.
Hazardous Decomposition
May form: carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide, various
hydrocarbons.
Chemical Stability
Stable.
Incompatibility
Avoid contact with: strong oxidizing agents.
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11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No data
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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No data
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13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION
Waste Management Information
Destroy by liquid incineration. Dispose of in accordance with all
applicable local, state and federal regulations.
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14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
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DOT Information - 49 CFR 172.101
DOT Description:
Not Regulated
Container/Mode:
CASES/SURFACE - NO EXCEPTIONS
NOS Component:
None
RQ (Reportable Quantity) - 49 CFR 172.101
Not applicable
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15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
US Federal Regulations
TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) Status
TSCA (UNITED STATES) The intentional ingredients of this
product are listed.
CERCLA RQ - 40 CFR 302.4
None
SARA 302 Components - 40 CFR 355 Appendix A
None
Section 311/312 Hazard Class - 40 CFR 370.2
Immediate(X) Delayed(X) Fire( ) Reactive( ) Sudden
Release of Pressure( )
SARA 313 Components - 40 CFR 372.65
Section 313 Component(s) CAS Number
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TRIETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOBUTYL ETHER 143-22-6
TRIETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOMETHYL ETHER 112-35-6
International Regulations
Inventory Status
Not determined
State and Local Regulations
California Proposition 65
None
New Jersey RTK Label Information
TRIETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOBUTYL ETHER 143-22-6
Pennsylvania RTK Label Information
TRIETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOBUTYL ETHER 143-22-6
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16. OTHER INFORMATION
The information accumulated herein is believed to be accurate but
is not warranted to be whether originating with the company or
not. Recipients are advised to confirm in advance of need that the
information is current, applicable, and suitable to their
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circumstances.
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