MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1 CHEMICAL PRODUCT & COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Trade Name FLOW AGENT VM3
TRANS TECH AMERICA, INC.
Supplier
475 N. GARY AVENUE
CAROL STREAM, IL 60188 USA
Telephone Numbers - 24 Hour Emergency Assistance
Emergency (352)323-3500
Telephone Numbers - General Assistance
Information (630)752-4000
2 COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Concentration
Ingredient Name CAS Number Exposure Limits / Health Hazards
SOLVENT NAPHTHA(Petroleum) light 64742-95-6 50 - 100 % ACGIH TLV: n.av.
aroma
3 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Potential Health Effects, Skin
Skin contact may lead to degreasing with resultant dry skin, cracking, irritation and dermatitis.
Potential Health Effects, Eye
Eye contact with liquid or vapor causes severe irritation, redness, tearing, blurred vision.
Potential Health Effects, Inhalation
Excessive vapor concentration in air, especially in confined spaces, may cause asphyxiation. Excessive inhalation of
vapors can cause nasal, throat and respiratory irritation, dizziness, weakness, fatigue, nausea, headache and possible
unconsciousness.
Potential Health Effects, Ingestion
Swallowing may cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
Special Toxic Effects
Intentional misuse by deliberately concentrating and inhaling the contents may be harmful or fatal. Reports have associated
repeated and prolonged occupational overexposure to solvents with permanent brain and nervous system damage.
Signs & Symptoms of Short-Term (Acute) Exposure
This product is unlikely to harm health, given normal and proper handling and hygienic precautions. Prolonged inhalation of
vapors in high concentrations may lead to headache, giddiness and nausea.
In case of contact with the product: danger of resorption through the skin, irritation of skin/mucous membranes.
Effects of Long-Term (Chronic) Exposure
Health studies have shown that many solvents pose potential human health risks which may vary from person to person.
As a precaution, exposure to liquids and vapors should be minimized.
-Prolonged or continuous inhalation of vapors may result in delayed lung damage.
-Repeated or prolonged inhalation of vapor may cause liver and kidney damage.
-Repeated inhalation of vapor in high concentration can change the blood picture.
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4 FIRST AID MEASURES
Skin
Wash area thoroughly with soap and water and rinse. Do not use solvents or thinners.
Eye
Remove contact lenses, keep eyelids open. Flush with plenty of water (10-15 minutes). Call a physician.
Inhalation
Take the casualty into the fresh air and keep warm. If breathing is difficult: artificial respiration. Call for a physician.
Ingestion
Do not induce vomiting. Call a physician. Keep at rest.
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure
This product is unlikely to harm health, given normal and proper handling and hygienic precautions. Prolonged inhalation of
vapors in high concentrations may lead to headache, giddiness and nausea. In case of contact with the product danger of
resorption through the skin, irritation of skin/mucous membranes.
5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing Media
Suitable: alcohol resistant foam, CO2, powders, water spray.
Not suitable: water jet
Basic Fire Fighting Procedures
Fire will produce dense black smoke. Exposure to decomposition products may cause a health hazard. Appropriate
breathing apparatus may be required.
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards
Cool endangered containers with water in case of fire. Do not allow the quenching water into the sewage system.
45 潞C approx.
Flash Point
0.6
Flammability Limits in Air, Lower, % by Volume
10
Flammability Limits in Air, Upper, % by Volume
6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Environmental Precautions
Do not empty into drains. If the product contaminates lakes, rivers or sewer systems, inform appropriate authorities in
accordance with local regulations.
Spill or Leak Procedure
Remove sources of ignition. Ventilate area. Contain and collect spillage with non-combustible absorbent materials, e.g.,
sand, earth, vermiculite, diatomacious earth and place in container for disposal according to local regulations. Clean
preferably with a detergent. Avoid use of solvents.
7 HANDLING & STORAGE
Handling
Prevent the creation of flammable or explosive concentrations of vapor in air and avoid vapor concentration higher than the
occupational exposure limits. Additionally, the product should only be used in areas from which all naked lights and other
sources of ignition have been excluded. Comply with the health and safety at work laws. Keep away from oxidizing agents,
from strongly alkaline and strongly acid materials.
Vapors are heavier than air and may spread along floors. Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Preparation may
charge electrostatically; always use earthing leads when transferring from one container to another. Operators should
wear anti static footwear and clothing. No sparking tools should be used.
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Storage
Containers which are opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage. Keep container tightly closed.
Never use pressure to empty: container is not a pressure vessel. No smoking. Prevent unauthorized access.
Always keep in containers of same material as the original one. Avoid heating and direct sunlight.
See also instructions on the label.
Ventilation
Provide adequate ventilation. Where reasonably practicable this should be achieved by the use of local exhaust ventilation
and good general extraction. If these are not sufficient in maintaining concentrations of particles and solvent vapor below
the OEL, suitable respiratory protection must be worn.
8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Eye Protection: Personal Protection Equipments (PPE)
Safety glasses or goggles.
Skin Protection: Personal Protection Equipments (PPE)
Use appropriate protective gloves when handling. After washing hands, replace lost skin fat by fat containing skin creams.
Personnel should wear anti static clothing made of natural fiber or of high-temperature-resistant synthetic fiber. All parts of
the body should be washed after contact.
General
In cases of doubt, or when symptoms persist, seek medical attention. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious
person. Unconsciousness: lateral position - call a physician.
9 PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Odor and Appearance
Clear liquid with odor of organic solvents.
160 - 180 潞C
Boiling Point
0.9 g/cm3 approx
Specific Gravity
n.a.
Melting Point
90
Percent Volatile
5 approx
Vapor Pressure
n.a.
Evaporation Rate
>1
Vapor Density
no
Solubility In Water
10 STABILITY & REACTIVITY
Stability/Incompatibility
Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions Materials to Avoid: Keep away from oxidizing agents, strongly
alkaline and strongly acid materials in order to avoid exothermic reactions.
Hazardous Reactions/Decomposition Products
When exposed to high temperatures may produce hazardous decomposition products such as carbon monoxide and
dioxide, smoke, oxides of nitrogen.
Hazardous Polymerization
none.
11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Routes of Exposure
Skin, eyes, ingestion, inhalation
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12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste Disposal
According to state and local regulations.
14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Department of Transportation (DOT) Requirements:
General Transportation Information for Bulk Shipments
Proper Shipping Name Paint Related Material
UN/NA Code 1263
15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
NFPA Ratings
Health Flammability Reactivity Special Hazards
HMIS Ratings
Health 2 Flammability 2 Reactivity 1 Personal Prot. Equip. C
16 OTHER INFORMATION
Disclaimer
The details in this material safety data sheet satisfy national legislation. However, we have no knowledge or control over
the individual user's working conditions. The product may not be used for any purpose other than that specified in the
product data sheet unless written consent has been obtained. The user is responsible for the observance of all required
statutory provisions.
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