UNITED 271
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
LABORATORIES 320 37th Avenue 鈥? St. Charles, Illinois 60174 鈥? To Reorder, Call 800-323-2594
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION USE / DESCRIPTION REVISION DATE FOR MEDICAL AND
UNITED 271 Fabric Softener August 15, 2002 TRANSPORTATION EMERGENCIES:
DEW DROP INFOTRAC: 800-535-5053
HEALTH (0 = Maximum Safety) REACTIVITY (0 = Maximum Safety)
2 0
Always follow Label Directions and Cautions. Susceptible to Release of Energy.
4 Extreme. 3 High. 2 Moderate. 1 Slight. 0 Minimal. 4 May detonate-vacate area if 2 Violent chemical change
Materials are exposed to fire. possible-use hose stream
See Health Hazard Data Section of this M.S.D.S.
3 Strong shock of heat may from distance
for more detailed information. detonate-use monitors from 1 Unstable if heated-use
behind explosion resistant precaution.
FLAMMABILITY (0 = Maximum Safety) barriers. 0 Normally stable.
0
Susceptibility of Material to Burning.
4 Extremely flammable. 1 Must be preheated to burn.
PERSONAL
3 Ignites at normal temperature. 0 Will not burn.
PROTECTION
2 Ignites when moderately heated.
HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS
IDENTITY, EXPOSURE LIMITS AND S.A.R.A. TITLE III INFORMATION
HAZARDOUS CAS ACGIH ACGIH OSHA OTHER S.A.R.A. TITLE III
COMPONENTS NUMBER TWA STEL PEL RECOMMENDED LIMITS QUANTITIES
Quaternary Ammonium 68956-79-6 Not Not Not Not None
Compounds 68391-01-5 established established established established
Isopropyl Alcohol 67-63-0 400 ppm 500 ppm 400 ppm None None
PHYSICAL / CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS
BOILING POINT SPECIFIC GRAVITY (H20 = 1)
212掳F 0.992
VAPOR PRESSURE (mm Hg.) MELTING POINT
(At 77掳 F) Not determined Not determined
VAPOR DENSITY (Air = 1) EVAPORATION RATE
Not determined (Ethyl Ether = 1) Less than 1
SOLUBILITY IN WATER VOLATILE ORGANIC COMPOUNDS (V.O.C.)
100% (Pounds Per Gallon Of Product) 0.31
APPEARANCE AND ODOR pH:
Pale amber liquid with mild sweet odor. 4-5
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
FLASH POINT (Method Used) FLAMMABLE LIMITS LEL UEL
129掳F Tag closed cup Not determined Not determined Not determined
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Water, chemical, CO 2 or dry spray
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES
Firefighters should wear full protective equipment and NIOSH-approved self-contained breathing apparatus.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS
None known
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REACTIVITY DATA
STABILITY: STABLE X CONDITIONS TO AVOID
None known
UNSTABLE X
INCOMPATIBILITY (Materials To Avoid)
Strong oxidizers
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION OR BYPRODUCTS
When strongly heated, as in a fire, this product may produce oxides of nitrogen and ammonia.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: WILL NOT OCCUR X CONDITIONS TO AVOID
None known
MAY OCCUR X
HEALTH HAZARD DATA
HEALTH HAZARDS
EYES: Can cause moderate to severe irritation. SKIN: Repeated or prolonged contact may cause irritation.
INHALATION: Excessive inhalation may cause headache, dizziness, nausea IF SWALLOWED: Harmful
No No No
CARCINOGENICITY: NTP? IARC MONOGRAPHS? OSHA REGULATED?
No
This product contains a chemical known to the state of California to cause cancer or reproductive toxicity?
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF OVEREXPOSURE
EYES: Tearing, redness, burning sensation SKIN: Irritation
INHALATION: Headache, dizziness, nausea, loss of motor skills IF SWALLOWED: Upset stomach, vomiting
MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY OVEREXPOSURE
None known
TARGET ORGANS:
Eyes
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES
EYES: Flush with plenty of cool water for at least 15 minutes while holding eyelids open. Call a physician or poison control center immediately.
SKIN: Wash with soap and water. If irritation persists, call a physician or poison control center.
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. Apply CPR if needed. Call a physician or poison control center.
IF SWALLOWED: Call a physician or poison control center immediately.
PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED
Ventilate area. Contain spill and soak up spilled material with inert absorbent material and place in a properly labeled closed container for proper disposal.
Small amounts can be flushed to the nearest sewer drain.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD
Consult local, state or federal authorities for proper disposal guidelines.
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORING
Keep containers tightly closed when not in use. Store in a cool and dry area.
CONTROL MEASURES
FOR USE WHERE SIGNIFICANT EYE, SKIN OR INHALATION EXPOSURE IS LIKELY
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION (Specify Type)
Not normally required
VENTILATION: MECHANICAL (General) LOCAL EXHAUST
Normally not required Generally adequate
PROTECTIVE GLOVES EYE PROTECTION
Rubber or neoprene gloves Safety goggles if splashing is possible
OTHER PROTECTIVE CLOTHING OR EQUIPMENT
Normal
WORK HYGENIC PRACTICES
Wash hands and face with soap and water after handling this product.
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