Part No.: 19-0074-05
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Prescription Treatment庐 brand Perma-Dust庐 Pressurized Boric Acid Dust
EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBERS:
MEDICAL: 800-225-3320 (Prosar) TRANSPORTATION: 800-424-9300 (Chemtrec)
SECTION 1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION SECTION 5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Product Name: Prescription Treatment庐 brand Perma Dust庐 FIRE AND EXPLOSION
Pressurized Boric Acid Dust Flash Point (TCC): NE
EPA Reg. No.: 499-384 Flame Projection: > 18'' (46 cm)
Product Code(s): 02-0249 (12 x 9 oz) Explodibility Limits of Propellant in Air (% by volume):
EPA Signal Word: CAUTION Lower (LEL) = 3.9% Upper (UEL) = 16.9%
Distributed by: Whitmire Micro-Gen Research Laboratories, Inc. NFPA 30B Flammability: Level I Aerosol
3568 Tree Court Industrial Blvd. UNUSUAL FIRE, EXPLOSION AND REACTIVITY HAZARDS
St. Louis MO 63122-6682 Contents under pressure. Exposure to temperatures above 130潞F may cause bursting.
IN CASE OF FIRE
SECTION 2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Extinguisher Media: CO2, Dry Chemical, Foam
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: None required
COMPOSITION INFORMATION
ACTIVE INGREDIENTS (35.5%) % CAS NO.
SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Boric Acid 35.5 10043-35-3
IN CASE OF SPILL OR LEAK
OTHER INGREDIENTS* (64.5%) % CAS NO.
If container begins to leak (through puncture, etc.), eliminate all ignition sources and
Petroleum Distillate > 10.0 64742-47-8
allow to discharge completely in well ventilated area, then dispose of as directed below.
1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane proprietary 811-97-2
This product contains no Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and
1,1-Difluoroethane proprietary 75-37-6
Liability Act (CERCLA) listed chemicals. Releases of this product are NOT reportable to
* All ingredients may not be listed. Ingredients not listed do not meet the reporting requirements of the
the National Response Center.
OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) as specified in 29 CFR 1910.1200.
Emergency Telephone Number of Chemtrec: 800-424-9300 (for transportation spills)
EXPOSURE INFORMATION PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR CLEANUP PERSONNEL
OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV Eyes: Use proper protection 鈥? safety glasses are recommended.
MATERIAL STEL TWA STEL TWA Skin: Wear chemical-resistant gloves. (Good practice requires that gross amounts of any
chemical be removed from the skin as soon as practical, especially before eating
Boric Acid NE 10 mg/m鲁 NE 10 mg/m鲁
or smoking.)
Petroleum Distillate* NE 500 ppm NE NE
Inhalation: Use of a respirator may be appropriate when working with spills in enclosed
1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane NE NE NE NE
or confined spaces, or when prolonged exposure to product vapor or spray mist may
1,1-Difluoroethane NE NE NE 1,000 ppm
occur. When using a respirator, wear a NIOSH approved respirator with an organic vapor
* TWA recommended by ingredient supplier = 166 ppm.
(OV) cartridge or canister with any R or P prefilter. See 29 CFR 1910.134 for respiratory
protection, training and testing requirements.
SECTION 3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD
NOTES TO PHYSICIAN Do not contaminate water, food or feed by storage or disposal of wastes. Take full or leak-
Contains petroleum distillate 鈥? vomiting may cause aspiration pneumonia. ing containers to a local disposal company for biological treatment or incineration.
SIGNS/SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE Review all local, state and federal regulations concerning health and pollution to deter-
May cause eye irritation. Prolonged exposure may cause skin irritation. Oral effects are mine approved disposal procedures. NEVER PLACE WASTES DOWN ANY INDOOR OR
nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. OUTDOOR DRAIN OR SEWER.
ROUTES OF ENTRY
Primary: Skin Secondary: Inhalation Tertiary: Ingestion SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS
Thermal decomposition in open flame may result in halogen agents. Keep out of reach of children. CAUTION 鈥? Harmful if swallowed. Causes eye irritation. Avoid
UNUSUAL FIRE, EXPLOSION AND REACTIVITY HAZARDS contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling.
Contents under pressure. Exposure to temperatures above 130掳F may cause bursting. OTHER PRECAUTIONS
All residue must be out of reach of children or domestic animals. Avoid contamination of
SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES food and foodstuffs. Do not use in aircraft cabins. Do not spray on plastic, painted, or
varnished surfaces or directly into any electronic equipment such as radios, televisions,
Have the product container or label with you when calling a poison control center or doctor
computers, telephones, etc. where the powdery residues may foul or short electric con-
or going for treatment. Describe any symptoms and follow the advice given.
tacts and circuits.
Skin Contact: Take off contaminated clothing. Rinse skin immediately with plenty of
PHYSICAL OR CHEMICAL HAZARDS
water for 15 - 20 min. Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.
Flammable. Contents under pressure. Keep away from heat, sparks and open flame. Do not
Eye Contact: Hold eyes open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15 - 20 min.
puncture or incinerate container. Exposure to temperatures above 130掳F may cause bursting.
Remove contact lenses, if present, after the first 5 min, then continue rinsing eyes. Call
a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice. STORAGE
Ingestion: Immediately call a poison control center or doctor. Do not induce vomiting Do not contaminate water, food or feed. Store in a cool, dry place away from heat or open
unless told to do so by a poison control center or doctor. Do not give ANY liquid to the flame and inaccessible to children.
person. Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air. If person is not breathing, call 911 or an ambu-
lance, then give artificial respiration, preferably mouth-to-mouth, if possible. Call a
poison control center or doctor for further treatment advice.
Note to Physician: Contains petroleum distillate 鈥? vomiting may cause aspiration pneumonia.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: None known
Emergency Telephone Number of Prosar: 800-225-3320 (for medical emergencies)
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Prescription Treatment庐 brand Perma-Dust庐 Pressurized Boric Acid Dust
SECTION 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION
SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROL / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Do not contaminate water, food or feed by disposal of container or waste. Dispose of con-
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)
tainer and waste in accordance with all federal, state and local regulations.
Respiratory Protection: None required when used according to label directions.
Container Disposal: Do not puncture or incinerate! Empty container by using the prod-
Protective Gloves: Chemical-resistant gloves are recommended if prolonged or
uct according to the label directions. Offer empty container for recycling, if available, or
repeated skin contact is likely. (Good practice requires that gross amounts of any chem-
place in trash if allowed by state and local regulations. If container is partly full, contact
ical be removed from the skin as soon as practical, especially before eating or smoking.)
your local solid waste agency for disposal instructions.
Eye Protection: Use proper protection 鈥? safety glasses are recommended.
Waste Disposal: Wastes resulting from the use of this product may be disposed of on
Other Protective Equipment: None required
site or at an approved waste disposal facility.
VENTILATION
Local Exhaust: None required
SECTION 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Mechanical: None required
Special: None required SHIPMENT BY GROUND WITHIN U.S. (DOT CLASSIFICATION)
Other: Provide adequate ventilation of treatment area. Proper Shipping Description: Consumer Commodity ORM-D
Package Marking: 鈥淐onsumer Commodity ORM-D鈥?
SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Package Labeling: None required
Certified Packaging: None required
Appearance: Sprays as a dry powder Odor: Slight solvent odor
SHIPMENT BY WATER (IMDG CLASSIFICATION)
Solubility in Water: Powder residue Vapor Pressure of propellants: 70psig
Proper Shipping Description: Dangerous Goods in Limited Quantities of Class 2.1
(Boric Acid) 4.72% @ 68掳F @ 70掳F
Package Marking: 鈥淒angerous Goods in Limited Quantities of class 2.1鈥?
Viscosity: NE Vapor Density: NE
Package Labeling: None required
Boiling Point: NE Freezing/Melting Point: NE
Certified Packaging: None required
pH: NE Density: 8.06 lbs/gal @ 68掳F
SHIPMENT BY AIR (ICAO/IATA CLASSIFICATION)
Proper Shipping Description: Aerosols, Flammable, 2.1, UN 1950, LTD.QTY.
SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Package Marking: 鈥淎erosols, Flammable, 2.1, UN 1950, LTD.QTY.鈥?
Package Labeling: Flammable Gas
REACTIVITY
Certified Packaging: None required
Stability: Indefinite when used according to label directions.
Other Requirements or Instructions: Complete air bill with packing instruction
Conditions to Avoid: Do not spray into open flame or onto very hot surfaces.
鈥樷?榊203, ERG code 10L鈥?.
Incompatibility (Material to Avoid): None known
Product in unopened original packaging is compliant with all regulations for ground ship-
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
ment within the U.S. WMG disclaims any liability for claims or damages that may result from
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
shipment by other means. Consult appropriately trained shipping professional before offer-
Thermal decomposition in open flame may result in halogen agents.
ing for shipment by water or air.
SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
ROUTES OF ENTRY
CERCLA
Primary: Skin Secondary: Inhalation Tertiary: Ingestion
This product contains no CERCLA listed chemicals.
ACUTE
SARA TITLE III SECTION 311/312 HAZARD CLASS
Eyes: May cause irritation. Produced conjunctival irritation in rabbits at 1 hr only. No
This product has been reviewed according to the EPA 鈥淗azard Categories鈥? promulgated
corneal opacity or iritis was observed during the 7 day testing period.
under Section 311 and 312 of the Superfund Amendment and Reauthorization Act of
Skin: Prolonged exposure may cause skin irritation. Acute dermal LD50 > 2,000 mg/kg
1986 (SARA Title III) and is considered, under applicable definitions, to meet the follow-
(rabbits). Primary skin irritation index = 1.83 (rabbits). Product is not a sensitizer when
ing categories:
tested on guinea pigs.
Immediate (Acute) Health Hazard
Ingestion: Oral effects are nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Acute oral toxicity LD50 >
Fire Hazard
5,000 mg/kg (rats).
Release of Pressure (Puncture) Hazard
Inhalation: Unlikely due to product being pressurized and producing particles large
SARA TITLE III SECTION 313 CHEMICALS
enough not to be respirable.
This product contains no substances subject to the reporting requirements of Section
CHRONIC / CARCINOGENICITY
313 of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA Title III) or 40
Neither this product nor any of its ingredients are classified as carcinogens by the
CFR Part 372 in concentrations above the de minimis concentration level.
National Toxicity Program (NTP), the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC)
TSCA
or the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
All components of this product are listed or excluded from listing on the US Toxic
Substance Control Act (TSCA) Chemical Substance Inventory.
SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Product is toxic to fish, birds, and other wildlife. Do not apply directly to water. Apply this
SECTION 16. OTHER INFORMATION
product only as specified on the label. Do not contaminate water by cleaning of equipment or
NFPA HEALTH RATING INFORMATION KEY: 4 = Severe
disposal of wastes.
HEALTH - 1 FLAMMABILITY - 1 REACTIVITY - 1 3 = High
2 = Moderate
HMIS HAZARD RATING INFORMATION 1 = Slight
HEALTH - 1 FLAMMABILITY - 1 REACTIVITY - 1 0 = Minimal
The information and recommendations contained herein are based upon data believed to be correct. However, no guarantee or warranty of any kind, expressed or implied, is made with
respect to the information contained herein. For automatic MSDS updates, register at www.wmmg.com.
Questions concerning the safe handling of the product should be referred to the Whitmire Micro-Gen Customer Service Department at 800-777-8570.
NA - Not Applicable Part No. 19-0074-05
NE - Not Established Effective Date: 03/21/07
WHITMIRE MICRO-GEN
PEL - Permissible Exposure Limit Review Date: 03/21/07
TLV - Threshold Limit Value Supersedes: 06/02/04
RESEARCH LABORATORIES, INC.
STEL - Short Term Exposure Limit (15 min) Text ID: 070515-5
TWA - Time Weighted Average (8 hr) Code #: 203-015
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