MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
LIQUA-GEL
PADDOCK LABORATORIES, INC. EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE:
3940 QUEBEC AVENUE NORTH CHEMTREC 800-424-9300
MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA 55427 202-483-7616
PHONE: (763)-546-4676 PADDOCK TECH. ASST. 800-328-5113
DATE PREPARED: 07-22-92 BY: Patrick L. Johnson
SECTION 1 - PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION AND HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS
PRODUCT NAME: Liqua-Gel
SYNONYMS: Lubricating Gel
MOLECULAR FORMULA: Mixture MOLECULAR WEIGHT: N/A
CHEMICAL NAME: N/A CHEMICAL FAMILY: N/A
INGREDIENT (CAS NUMBER) % OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV
10 mg/m3 (mist) 10 mg/m3 (mist)
Glycerin (56-81-5) 3
Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose 2.7 N/A N/A
(9004-65-3)
Propylene Glycol (57-55-6) 1.5 N/A N/A
SECTION 2 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS
BOILING POINT: N/A VAPOR PRESSURE: N/A
MELTING POINT: N/A VAPOR DENSITY: N/A
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: N/A EVAPORATION RATE: N/A
(WATER = 1) (BUTYL ACETATE = 1)
WATER SOLUBILITY: Miscible WATER REACTIVE: No
APPEARANCE AND ODOR: Clear, colorless, viscous gel; odorless.
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SECTION 3 - FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
FLASH POINT (METHOD): N/A NFPA RATING: N/A
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE: N/A
FLAMMABLE LIMITS: LOWER: N/A UPPER: N/A
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical, or foam.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Fire fighters should wear full protective gear including self-contained
breathing apparatus.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: As with any organic compound, this material may produce toxic
fumes if heated to decomposition.
SECTION 4 - REACTIVITY HAZARD DATA
STABILITY: Stable ( X ) Unstable ( )
INCOMPATIBILITY (MATERIALS TO AVOID): None known.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: As with any organic compound, this material may produce toxic
fumes if heated to decomposition.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: May Occur ( ) Will Not Occur ( X )
SECTION 5 - HEALTH HAZARD DATA
TOXICITY: No specific toxicity data available for this product, however, all ingredients are generally recognized as
safe (GRAS) for ingestion in amounts present.
CARCINOGEN LISTED BY: NTP Yes ( ) No ( X )
IARC Yes ( ) No ( X )
OSHA Yes ( ) No ( X )
Other Yes ( ) No ( X )
ROUTES OF ENTRY: Ingestion.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF OVEREXPOSURE:
INHALATION: Little or no respiratory hazards or effects expected.
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EYE CONTACT: May cause irritation.
SKIN CONTACT: May cause irritation in sensitive individuals.
INGESTION: May cause irritation of the gastrointestinal tract.
CHRONIC EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE: None known or expected.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY OVEREXPOSURE: Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients in
this product.
OTHER PRECAUTIONS TO CONSIDER: Persons developing hypersensitivity (anaphylactic) reactions must receive
immediate medical attention.
EMERGENCY FIRST AID PROCEDURES:
INHALATION: No health hazard expected and no first aid procedures should be required.
EYE CONTACT: Flush with water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation persists or develops seek medical
attention.
SKIN CONTACT: Wash thoroughly with soap and water. If irritation persists or develops seek medical
attention.
INGESTION: Little or no effects expected, however, prudence indicates that the victim seek medical attention
or contact a poison control center following ingestion.
SECTION 6 - CONTROL AND PROTECTIVE MEASURES
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: No special respiratory protection required.
PROTECTIVE GLOVES: Rubber.
EYE PROTECTION: Safety glasses or goggles. Avoid wearing contact lenses when working with this or any chemical
due to the possibility of increased severity of eye damage.
VENTILATION: No special ventilation required.
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Appropriate laboratory apparel.
HYGIENIC WORK PRACTICES: Do not eat, drink or smoke near this material. Wash thoroughly after handling and
wash any contaminated clothing before reuse.
SECTION 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE PRECAUTIONS
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HANDLING PRECAUTIONS: Avoid contact with eyes, skin or clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling and wash
any contaminated clothing before reuse.
STORAGE PRECAUTIONS: Store in a tight container in a cool, dry, well ventilated location. Avoid exposure to
extremes of heat or cold.
SECTION 8 - SPILL AND DISPOSAL PROCEDURES
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE OF SPILL OR DISCHARGE: Wear protective gear including gloves and apron.
Wipe or mop up spillage and place in a tight container. Wash and ventilate spill site. Wash thoroughly or shower after
handling and wash all clothing and protective gear before reuse.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD: Dispose of in accordance with all applicable local, state, federal, and environmental
regulations.
SECTION 9 - DISCLAIMER
The information contained in this Material Safety Data Sheet has been compiled from reliable sources and is believed to
be correct as of the date issued. It is the responsibility of the user to determine the appropriateness and applicability to
their situation. Paddock Laboratories, Inc. disclaims any expressed or implied warranty as to the accuracy of the above
information and shall not be held liable for any direct, incidental, or consequential damages from use or reliance on the
above information.
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DEFINITIONS OF ABBREVIATIONS USED:
ACGIH: American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
CAS: Chemical Abstract Service
IARC: Internal Agency for Research on Cancer
IDLH: Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health level
LC50 : Median Lethal Concentration
LD50 : Median Lethal Dose
MSHA: Mine Safety and Health Administration
N/A: Not available
NIOSH: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
NTP: National Toxicology Program
OSHA: Occupational Safety and Health Administration
PEL: Permissible Exposure Limit
STEL: Short Term Exposure Limit
TLV: Threshold Limit Value
TWA: Time Weighted Average
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