1 CHEMICAL PRODUCT & COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Trade Name RETARDER PN
205
MSDS Number
- -0
CAS Number
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
METHYL CARBITOL 111-77-3 100 %
3 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Emergency Overview
NI
Potential Health Effects, Eye
SLIGHTLY IRRITATING.
Potential Health Effects, Ingestion
Swallowing may cause nausea and narcosis.
Signs & Symptoms of Short-Term (Acute) Exposure
None
Effects of Long-Term (Chronic) Exposure
None
4 FIRST AID MEASURES
Skin
Wash excess with soap and water.
Eye
Flush with clean water for 15 minutes.
Inhalation
Remove to fresh air if overcome by vapor.
Printed On 31-Mar-03
ND = No Data NA = Not Applicable NI = Not Indicated
205 RETARDER PN
Material Id Trade Name 1/ 4
Ingestion
Give two glasses of water. Induce vomiting: call doctor.
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure
Pre-existing skin condition.
Chemical listed as carcinogen or potential carcinogen.
National toxicology program. Yes.
Iarc monographics: yes osha: yes
5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing Media
Carbon dioxide, dry chemical, alcohol-type foam, universal-type foam, waterspray.
Basic Fire Fighting Procedures
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus. Wear protective clothing. Use waterspray to cool exposed equipment. Use
waterspray to protect personnel.
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards
Wear suitable eye protection to prevent eye contact.
188 F
Flash Point
1.7
Flammability Limits in Air, Lower, % by Volume
22
Flammability Limits in Air, Upper, % by Volume
6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Spill or Leak Procedure
Remove sources of ignition, ventilate. Contain and cover with an absorbent. Dispose in chemical waste drum. Do not allow
spill to enter water courses.
7 HANDLING & STORAGE
Handling
Use with adequate ventilation. Do not take internally.
Storage
Keep container closed when not in use. Keep away from heat and open flame.
Ventilation
Should be equal to outdoors.
Local exhaust preferable.
Mechanical: Acceptable
NIOSH respirator for enclosed area.
8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Eye Protection: Personal Protection Equipments (PPE)
Splash glasses.
Skin Protection: Personal Protection Equipments (PPE)
Rubber gloves.
Respiratory Protection: Personal Protection Equipments (PPE)
NIOSH respirator for enclosed area.
Printed On 31-Mar-03
ND = No Data NA = Not Applicable NI = Not Indicated
205 RETARDER PN
Material Id Trade Name 2/ 4
General
Eyewash station
Practice reasonable care and caution when using ink.
9 PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Odor and Appearance
Mobile liquid / mild odor
381 F
Boiling Point
1.028
Specific Gravity
-12 F
Melting Point
<1
Vapor Pressure
NI
Evaporation Rate
4.15
Vapor Density
Incomplete
Solubility In Water
10 STABILITY & REACTIVITY
Stability/Incompatibility
Stable.
Conditions to avoid: heat, sparks and open flame.
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Reactions/Decomposition Products
Burning will produce co2 and probably co.
Hazardous Polymerization
Will not occur.
11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Routes of Exposure
Inhalation: avoid breathing excess amounts of vapor. Eyes: avoid all contact with the eyes. Skin: avoid excessive skin
contact. Ingestion: do not take internally.
Carcinogenicity
Chemical listed as carcinogen or potential carcinogen.
National Toxicology Program: Yes
IARC Monographics: Yes
OSHA: Yes
12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste Disposal
Incinerate in chemical furnace. Must conform to local, state and federal regulations.
14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Department of Transportation (DOT) Requirements:
General Transportation Information for Bulk Shipments
Proper Shipping Name Paint Related Material
Hazard Class 3 UN/NA Code UN 1263
Packaging Group Class III
Labels Required Flammable Liquid
Printed On 31-Mar-03
ND = No Data NA = Not Applicable NI = Not Indicated
205 RETARDER PN
Material Id Trade Name 3/ 4
15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
NFPA Ratings
Health Flammability Reactivity Special Hazards
HMIS Ratings
Health 1 Flammability 1 Reactivity 0 Personal Prot. Equip. B
16 OTHER INFORMATION
Disclaimer
This information is furnished without warranty, expressed or implied, except that it is accurate to the best knowledge of
Trans Tech America, Inc. The data on this sheet applies only to the specific material designated herein. Trans Tech
America, Inc. assumes no legal responsibility for use of reliance upon this data.
The hazards listed on this msds are taken from the msds for each of the ingredients in this mixture. In most cases, the
maximum form of hazard is represented here. The TLV's represent the conditions under which it is believed that nearly all
workers may be repeatedly exposed day after day without adverse effect. It must be remembered that each individual
reacts differently and some may experience discomfort while others do not. This msds is presented so that each individual
will have the information to deal safely with the use of this product. All materials tsca listed.
10/29/1999 Replaces Sheet Dated
Completed On
TRANS TECH AMERICA, INC.
Completed By
Printed On 31-Mar-03
ND = No Data NA = Not Applicable NI = Not Indicated
205 RETARDER PN
Material Id Trade Name 4/ 4
ALL Chemical Property And Toxicity Analysis PAGES IN THIS GROUP