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J. B. Jewitt Co., Inc.
Homestead Finishing Products
1935 West 96th Street Unit Q
Cleveland OH 44102-2673
Telephone: (216) 631-5309
Emergency Assistance
For emergency assistance involving this product call 鈥? 216-631-5309
Section 1: Product Identification
Product Name: Homestead Dry Shellac Flakes (All grades)
MSDS #: 1001
Date Issued: March 3, 2003
Original Update
Reason for Change:
Section 2: Hazardous Ingredients
Hazardous Ingredients CAS Number OSHA PEL ACGIH % By Weight
TLV
(Threshold limit
(Permissible
value)
exposure limit)
No toxic ingredients
present
* TWA = Time weighted average, STEL= Short Term Exposure Limit
Note: All health hazard components above 1% composition and all carcinogens above 0.1% (1000 ppm)
composition are listed.
Section 3: Hazard Identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: Treat dry shellac flakes as a nuisance dust. Breathing fine powdered flakes
may cause irritation.
Hazard Rating: NFPA HMIS Hazard Rating Scale:
Health: 0 0= Minimal
Flammability: 0 1= Slight
Reactivity: 0 2= Moderate
PPE: C 3= Serious
4= Severe
Note: NFPA and HMIS ratings involve data and interpretations that may vary from company to company.
They are intended only for rapid, general identification of the specific hazard. To deal adequately with the
safe handling of this, or any, material, all the information in the MSDS must be considered and interpreted
by a trained professional.
Potential Health Effects:
This material has not been tested as a whole. The data contained below is based on the properties of
the individual components.
This material has been tested as a whole. The data below is based on the properties of the mixture.
Main Routes of Exposure:
Inhalation Ingestion
Skin Absorption Skin or Eye Contact
Effects of Acute (Immediate) Exposure:
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Eye Contact ............................................ Based on animal toxicity date, this product is expected to be
non-irritating.
Ingestion.................................................. Based on animal toxicity data, this product is non toxic if
swallowed
Inhalation................................................ May cause irritation to nose, throat and lungs. Inhalation of
excessive amounts of dust can cause coughing, sore throat,
and runny nose, headache, dullness and dizziness.
Skin Absorption....................................... Not applicable.
Skin Contact............................................ Based on animal toxicity date, this product is not expected to
be irritating to skin.
Effects of Chronic (Long Term) Exposure:
Inhalation鈥︹?︹?︹?︹?︹?︹?︹?︹?︹?︹?︹??.. None.
Skin Contact............................................ None.
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure:
Persons with breathing and lung problems can be affected by breathing in any type of nuisance dust.
Persons with asthma, allergies, or other breathing-related problems should stay away from, not handle, and
not be exposed to any product vapors or mists as a precautionary measure.
Target Organs Affected:
Not applicable.
The components of this material are considered Carcinogenic by:
Not Known to be Carcinogenic
National Toxicology Program (NTP)
The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC)
The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA)
Section 4: First Aid Measures
Eye Contact............................................. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of
water for at least 15 minutes, holding eyelids open to rinse
completely. Get medical aid if redness or swelling persists.
Ingestion.................................................. Non toxic if swallowed.
Inhalation................................................ If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial
respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get
medical aid.
Skin Contact............................................ No reaction can be expected from skin contact.
None.
** Note to the Physician:.......................
Section 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point Deg. C F N/A
Auto 鈥? Ignition Temperature................... N/A
Upper Flammable Limit (% Vol.)............. Not determined
Lower Flammable Limit (% Vol.)............. Not determined
Extinguishing Media............................... Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide or foam. Cool
containers with water until well after the fire is out.
Hazardous Combustion Products.............. Oxides of carbon and other possibly toxic vapors
General Information:
Firefighters should wear full protective equipment and positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus
in pressure-demand mode. Vapors may form an explosive mixture with air. Vapors are heavier than air
and may travel to a source of ignition and flash back. Vapors can spread along the ground and collect in
low areas. Use water spray to cool fire-exposed container surfaces.
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Section 6: Accidental Release Measures
Spill / Leak.............................................. Clean up spills immediately. Product is non-hazardous waste.
Section 7: Handling and Storage
Handling Procedures................................ Maintain good personal hygiene. Wash hands and face
thoroughly after handling, and before eating, drinking or
using tobacco products. Avoid breathing dust from
transferring product.
Observe local regulations. Store in a cool (<80oF), dry, well-
Storage Needs..........................................
ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Keep
containers closed when not in use. Keep away from direct
sunlight and heat. Product will block (solidify) when exposed
to prolonged periods of heat and humidity.
Section 8: Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
When selecting personal protective equipment and clothing, follow all manufacturer specifications and
recommendations that apply to your specific operations and processing conditions. Take into consideration
all working conditions and all chemicals to be handled or processed.
Eye / Type................................................ Wear splash-proof chemical safety goggles. Contact lenses
should not be worn when working with chemicals.
Respiratory /Type..................................... A NIOSH-approved respirator rated for nuisance dust is
recommended.
Gloves / Type........................................... N/A
Clothing / Type........................................ N/A
Other / Type............................................ Facilities using or storing this product should be equipped
with an eyewash facility and safety shower within 100 feet
from work area.
Ventilation Requirements........................ N/A
Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance/Odor..................................... Orange clear or translucent flakes.
Specific Gravity....................................... Not known
Vapor Pressure 鈥︹?︹??............................ Not known
Vapor Density 鈥︹?︹??............................. N/A
Evaporation Rate..................................... N/A
Boiling Point 鈥︹?︹?︹?︹?︹??.................... Not determined
Solubility in Water (%W/W).................... None
Freezing Point (deg. C F ).............. Not determined
Melting Point (deg. C F ).............. Not determined
Section 10: Stability and Reactivity
Hazardous Polymerization....................... Will not occur
Stability................................................... Stable
Incompatibility......................................... Oxidizing and reducing agents may destroy color
Conditions to Avoid............................... Excess heat
Hazardous Products of Decomposition.... Oxides of carbon and possibly other toxic vapors
Section 11: Toxicology Information
Irritancy of Material................................. Non-irritating, based on animal studies
Sensitizing Capability of Material............ None
Carcinogenicity of Material...................... See Section 3
Teratogenicity ......................................... None
Mutagenicity............................................ None
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Reproductive Effects................................ None
Synergistic Materials............................... None
Section 12: Ecology Information
Environmental......................................... None
Biodegradability...................................... Material is non-hazardous.
Section 13: Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal ....................................... Dispose of in accordance with federal, local and state
regulations.
Section 14: Transport Information
U. N. # .................................................... Not applicable
D.O.T. Classification .............................. None
Section 15: Regulatory Information
Components of this product are listed on the TSCA
TSCA
Inventory or are exempt.
Not applicable
SARA TITLE III: Section 313
(TCL)
Not applicable
SARA TITLE: Section 304
(CERCLA)
To the best of our present knowledge, this product does
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not contain substances that are known to the state of
California to cause cancer or reproductive toxicity.
California:
STATE RIGHT-TO-KNOW
None listed
LISTING
Florida:
None listed
Massachusetts:
None listed
Minnesota:
None listed
New Jersey:
None listed
Pennsylvania:
None listed.
Domestic Substances List:
CANADA
Not determined
Ingredient Disclosure List:
Not determined
WHMIS classification:
Not determined
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Section 16: Other Information
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. This information is based on the material as manufactured; it may not
be valid for this material if used in combination with any other materials or in any process. J.B.
Jewitt Co., Inc. /Homestead Finishing Products shall not be held liable for any damage resulting
from handling or from contact with the product(s).
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