Material Safety Data Sheet
and Safe Handling and Disposal Information
Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
ENFORCER Products
Purple Industrial Degreaser
Product Name
A Division of Acuity Specialty Products
Concentrate
Group, Inc.
P.O. Box 1060
SLPUR128, 5G
Product Code
Cartersville, GA 30120
1-888-805-HELP
www.seligcommercial.com
Date of issue Supersedes 01/30/04
11/17/05
Emergency For a Medical Emergency:
INFOTRAC
telephone number
(877) 541-2016 (Toll Free - Calls Recorded)
For a Transportation Emergency:
CHEMTREC
(800) 424-9300 (Toll Free - Calls Recorded)
Compliance Services Group
Prepared by
Acuity Specialty Products Group
1420 Seaboard Industrial Blvd.
Atlanta, GA 30318
Section 2. Composition, Information on Ingredients
Name of Hazardous Ingredients CAS # % by Weight Exposure Limits
SODIUM HYDROXIDE; caustic soda; soda lye 1310-73-2 1 - 10 ACGIH / OSHA (United States).
CEIL: 2 mg/m3
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).
Section 3. Hazards Identification HMIS
Health 3
Routes of Entry Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation.
Acute Effects
Fire Hazard 0
Causes skin burns. Product may be dermal absorbed. Skin inflammation is characterized by
Skin
Reactivity 0
itching, scaling, reddening, or, occasionally, blistering.
Eyes Causes eye burns. Direct contact with the eyes can cause irreversible damage including
Personal D
blindness.
Inhalation Inhalation of the spray mist may produce severe irritation of respiratory tract, characterized by Protection
coughing, choking, or shortness of breath. Over-exposure by inhalation may cause respiratory
irritation. Can cause central nervous system depression.
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 Overexposure of this product by inhalation or absorption can produce central nervous
system depression resulting in headache, nausea and/or dizziness. The substance may
be toxic to blood, kidneys, liver, upper respiratory tract, skin, eyes, central nervous
system (CNS). 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)
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 immediately.
Inhalation If excessive quantities inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is
difficult, give oxygen. If symptoms persist, seek immediate medical attention.
Ingestion
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Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. If affected person is conscious, give plenty of water to drink. Get medical attention
immediately.
Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
0
Flash Point Flammable Limits Not applicable.
Not applicable.
30
Not applicable.
Flammability
Fire Hazard May emit toxic fumes under fire conditions.
Fire-Fighting Procedures Use DRY chemicals, CO2, water spray or foam. Wear special protective
clothing and positive pressure, self-contained breathing apparatus.
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Spill Clean up Absorb with an inert material and place in an appropriate waste disposal container. To clean the floor and
all objects contaminated by this material, use detergent. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the
contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional authority requirements.
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. Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash contaminated clothing before reusing. Do not reuse
product container.
Storage Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Store between 40掳F - 120掳F (4.4掳C
- 49掳C). Keep out of the reach of children.
Section 8. Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
Personal Protective Clothing (Pictograms)
Protection
Eyes Splash goggles. Face shield.
Body Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin contact.
Recommended: Neoprene gloves. Nitrile gloves. Latex gloves.
Chemical resistant apron.
Respiratory Use with adequate ventilation. Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne
concentrations of vapors below their respective occupational exposure limits. Wear appropriate respirator when
ventilation is inadequate.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State Liquid. (Clear to slightly hazy.) Color Purple.
Ethereal.
Odor
pH 13.0-14.0
Not determined.
Vapor Pressure
Boiling Point 98.9掳C (210掳F)
>1 (Air = 1)
Vapor Density
Specific Gravity 1.06 (Water = 1)
>1 compared to Water
Evaporation Rate
Solubility Easily soluble in cold water, hot water.
VOC (Consumer) 42 (g/l). (3.98%. 0.35 lbs/gal)
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability and Reactivity The product is stable.
Incompatibility Reactive with oxidizing agents, metals, acids.
Hazardous Polymerization Will not occur.
Hazardous Decomposition carbon oxides (CO, CO2)
Products
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Toxicity to Animals Sodium Hydroxide:
ORAL (LD50): Acute: 500 mg/kg [Rat].
DERMAL (LD50): Acute: >2000 mg/kg [Rabbit].
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)].
Section 12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity Not available.
Biodegradable/OECD Not available.
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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 waste.)
Origin: - (RCRA waste.)
Consult your local or regional authorities.
Section 14. Transport Information
Corrosive Liquid, Basic, Inorganic, N.O.S. (Sodium Hydroxide)
Proper shipping name
DOT Classification Class 8: Corrosive liquid.
UN number 3266
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 (RQ 1,000 lbs)
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated toxic substances: No products were found.
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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