Material Safety Data Sheet
and Safe Handling and Disposal Information
Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
ENFORCER Products
Driveway & Concrete Cleaner
Product Name
A Division of Acuity Specialty Products
Concentrate
Group, Inc.
P.O. Box 1060
SLDCC128
Product Code
Cartersville, GA 30120
1-888-805-HELP
www.seligcommercial.com
Date of issue Supersedes
12/17/04
Emergency For MSDS Information:
Compliance Services (404) 352-1680
telephone number
For a Medical Emergency:
INFOTRAC
(877) 541-2016 (Toll Free - Calls Recorded)
For a Transporation Emergency:
CHEMTREC
(800) 424-9300 (Toll Free - Calls Recorded)
Compliance Services Group
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1420 Seaboard Industrial Blvd.
Atlanta, GA 30318
Section 2. Composition, Information on Ingredients
Name of Hazardous Ingredients CAS # % by Weight Exposure Limits
ETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOBUTYL ETHER; 111-76-2 1 - 10 ACGIH TLV (United States).
2-butoxyethanol; butyl cellosolve TWA: 20 ppm 8 hour(s).
OSHA PEL (United States). Skin
TWA: 50 ppm 8 hour(s).
SODIUM HYDROXIDE; caustic soda; soda lye 1310-73-2 1-5 ACGIH / OSHA (United States).
CEIL: 2 mg/m3
POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE; caustic potash; lye 1310-58-3 1-5 ACGIH /OSHA (United States).
CEIL: 2 mg/m3
Section 3. Hazards Identification HMIS
Health 3
Routes of Entry Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation.
Acute Effects
Hazardous in case of skin contact (corrosive, permeator). Harmful if absorbed through the skin. Fire Hazard 0
Skin
Reactivity 0
Skin contact may produce burns. Skin contact can produce inflammation and blistering.
Eyes Hazardous in case of eye contact (corrosive). Direct contact with the eyes can cause
Personal D
irreversible damage including blindness.
Inhalation Hazardous in case of inhalation. Inhalation of the spray mist may produce severe irritation of Protection
respiratory tract, characterized by coughing, choking, or shortness of breath. Over-exposure by
inhalation may cause respiratory irritation.
Ingestion May be fatal if swallowed. May cause burns to mouth, throat, and stomach.
Carcinogenic Ingredients: Not listed as carcinogen by OSHA, NTP or IARC.
Effects
Chronic Effects The substance may be toxic to blood, kidneys, liver, upper respiratory tract, skin, eyes,
central nervous system (CNS). Overexposure of this product by inhalation or
absorption can produce central nervous system depression resulting in headache, nausea
and/or dizziness. Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target
organs damage. Repeated or prolonged contact with spray mist may produce chronic
eye irritation and severe skin irritation. Repeated or prolonged exposure to spray mist
may produce respiratory tract irritation leading to frequent attacks of bronchial
infection.
See Toxicological Information (section 11)
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Section 4. First Aid Measures
Eye Contact Check for and remove any contact lenses. Immediately flush eyes with running water for at least 15 minutes,
keeping eyelids open. Get medical attention immediately.
Skin Contact In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing
contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get
medical attention.
Inhalation If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give
oxygen. Get medical attention.
Ingestion Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. Get medical attention immediately.
Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
0
Flash Point Flammable Limits Not applicable.
Not applicable.
30
Non-flammable.
Flammability
Fire Hazard Not applicable.
Fire-Fighting Procedures Use an extinguishing agent suitable for surrounding fires.
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Spill Clean up Dilute with water and mop up, or absorb with an inert dry material and place in an appropriate waste
disposal container.
Section 7. Handling and Storage
Handling Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Do not ingest. Avoid breathing vapors or spray mists. Use only with
adequate ventilation. Do not reuse product container. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Storage Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Keep out of the reach of children.
Section 8. Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
Personal Protective Clothing (Pictograms)
Protection
Eyes Chemical splash goggles.
Body Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin contact. Rubber
gloves. Nitrile gloves. Synthetic apron.
Respiratory A respirator is not needed under normal and intended conditions of product use.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State Liquid. Color Clear.
Characteristic.
Odor
pH 13.0 - 14.0
Not determined.
Vapor Pressure
Boiling Point 98.9掳C (210掳F)
Not determined.
Vapor Density
Specific Gravity 1.06 (Water = 1)
>1 compared to Butyl acetate.
Evaporation Rate
Solubility Easily soluble in cold water, hot water.
VOC (Consumer) 52.91 (g/l). 0.44lbs/gal 5.00%
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability and Reactivity The product is stable.
Incompatibility Slightly reactive to reactive with oxidizing agents, acids.
Hazardous Polymerization Will not occur.
Hazardous Decomposition These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2).
Products
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Toxicity to Animals Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether:
ORAL (LD50): Acute: 1746 mg/kg [Rat].
DERMAL (LD50): Acute: 680 mg/kg [Rabbit].
VAPOR (LC50): Acute: 450 ppm 4 hour(s) [Rat (Female)].
Sodium Hydroxide:
ORAL (LD50): Acute: 500 mg/kg [Rat].
DERMAL (LD50): Acute: >2000 mg/kg [Rabbit].
Potassium Hydroxide:
ORAL (LD50): Acute: 365 mg/kg [Rat.].
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Product Code SLDCC128
Section 12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity Not available.
Biodegradable/OECD Not available.
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste Information Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental control
regulations.
Waste Stream Code: D002
Classification: Hazardous (Corrosivity)
Origin: RCRA
Consult your local or regional authorities.
Section 14. Transport Information
Corrosive liquid, basic, inorganic, n.o.s. (Sodium hydroxide) or Consumer Commodity ORM-D
Proper shipping name
in Limited Quantities
DOT Classification Class 8: Corrosive liquid.
UN number UN3266
TDG Classification TDG Class 8: Corrosive liquid.
Section 15. Regulatory Information
U.S. Federal Regulations SARA 313 toxic chemical notification and release reporting:
Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether
Clean Water Act (CWA) 311: Sodium Hydroxide (1,000 lbs RQ), Potassium Hydroxide (1,000 lbs
RQ)
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated toxic substances: Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether
State Regulations California prop. 65: No products were found.
WHMIS (Canada) Class D-1B: Material causing immediate and serious toxic effects (TOXIC).
Class D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects (TOXIC).
Class E: Corrosive liquid.
Section 16. Other Information
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above named supplier nor any of its subsidiaries assumes any
liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein.
Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials may present unknown hazards and should be used with caution.
Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist.
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