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Procter & Gamble
CPG TN 6
2 Procter & Gamble Plaza
Cincinnati, OH 45202
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
MSDS #: Issue Date: 4/2004 (updated)
Supersedes: N/A Issue Date: 2/00
SECTION I - CHEMICAL PRODUCT
Identity: Liquid Disinfecting Bathroom Cleaner
Brands: COMET Disinfecting Bathroom Cleaner (Professional Line)
Hazard Rating: 1 Health: 1 4=EXTREME
Flammability: 0 3=HIGH
Reactivity: 0 2= MODERATE
1=SLIGHT
Emergency Telephone Number: 1-800-332-7787 or call Local Poison Control Center
SECTION II - COMPOSITION AND INGREDIENTS
Ingredients/Chemical Name: Cleaning agents (dipropylene glycol butyl ether, citric acid), quality control agents,
perfume, and water.
This mixture, when tested as a whole, is considered an eye irritant within the meaning of the OSHA Hazard
Communication Standard
Hazardous Ingredients as defined by OSHA, 29 CFR 1910.1200.
Common CAS No. Recommended Limits Composition LD50/LC50
Chemical
Name Range
Name
None
SECTION III - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Health Hazards (Acute and Chronic):
Ingestion: Mild mucous membrane irritant. May result in gastrointestinal irritation with nausea,
vomiting and diarrhea.
Eye Contact: Mild eye irritant.
Inhalation: Mild respiratory irritant.
Skin: Mild skin irritant. Use on irritated or extremely dry skin may aggravate the existing condition.
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SECTION IV - FIRST AID INFORMATION
Emergency and First Aid Procedures:
Ingestion: If swallowed, drink 1-2 glasses of water and call a doctor or poison control center (product
contains an alcohol ethoxylate). Do not induce vomiting unless told to do so by a poison
control center or doctor.
Eye Contact: Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15-20 minutes. Remove contact
lenses, if present, after the first five minutes, then continue rinsing eye.
Skin: Thoroughly wash exposed area with soap and water and discontinue use. Remove
contaminated clothing. If irritation persists, consult a physician.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air.
Other: Product package front label has a caution statement: KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
CAUTION: MAY BE HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED. SEE BACK PANEL FOR OTHER PRECAUTIONS.
Back label states the following: CAUTION: Causes eye irritation. Avoid contact with eyes. May be harmful if
swallowed. Do not mix with bleach or mildew stain removers as irritating fumes may result.
SECTION V - FIRE FIGHTING INFORMATION
Flash Point (Method Used): over 200掳 F (cc) Explosive Limits: LEL: N/A UEL: N/A
Extinguishing Media: CO2, water, dry chemical or "alcohol" foam.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Use water to keep fire exposed container cool.
Unusual Fire Hazards: None known.
Conditions to Avoid: None known
Stability Unstable:
Stable: X
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): None known
Hazardous Decomposition/By Products: None known
Conditions to Avoid: None known
Hazardous Polymerization: May Occur:
Will Not Occur: X
SECTION VI - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precautions: None
Environmental Precautions: DISPOSAL IS TO BE PERFORMED IN COMPLIANCE WITH ALL FEDERAL,
STATE AND LOCAL REGULATIONS. Do not landfill. Small (household) quantities may be disposed of via
sewer with large quantities of water. Incineration is preferred where permitted.
Steps To Be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled: Use water spray to dilute and/or wash away spills to
avoid exposure and to protect persons working to stop/repair leak. Absorb spilled product onto absorbent material.
SECTION VII - HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions To Be Taken in Handling and Storing: Store in a well ventilated, cool, and dry location.
Other Precautions: None known.
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SECTION VIII - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
Respiratory Protection (Specify Type): None required with normal use.
Ventilation Local Exhaust: None required with normal consumer use. Special: None
Mechanical (General): Acceptable. Other: None
Eye Protection: None required with normal consumer use.
Industrial Setting: For splash protection, use chemical goggles. Eye wash fountain is desirable.
Protective Gloves: None required with normal use.
Other Protective Equipment: None required with normal use.
SECTION IX - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Boiling Point 掳F: N/A Specific Gravity (H2O=1): 1.030-1.045
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): N/A Percent Volatile by Volume (%): N/A
Vapor Density (Air=1): N/A Evaporation Rate (nBuOAc=1): N/A
Odor Threshold: N/A Freezing Point: N/A
Coefficient of Water/Oil Distribution: N/A pH (neat): 3.0
Scooped Density: N/A Solubility in Water: Completely
Appearance and Odor: Clear liquid; product is Reserve Alkalinity: N/A
perfumed.
SECTION X - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Possible Hazardous Reactions/Conditions: None known
Conditions to Avoid: None
Materials to Avoid: None
Hazardous Decomposition Products: None known
Other Recommendations: None
SECTION XI - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
LD50 (rats oral): >5 ml/kg
ED50: 2ml/kg
SECTION XII - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No concerns at relevant environmental concentrations.
SECTION XIII - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste Disposal Method: Do not landfill. Small (household) quantities may be disposed of via sewer with large
quantities of water. Incineration is preferred where permitted. DISPOSAL IS TO BE PERFORMED IN
COMPLIANCE WITH FEDERAL, STATE AND LOCAL REGULATIONS.
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SECTION XIV - TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT Classification: The product, as sold, is not DOT hazardous. Bulk product shipments are classified as a Class
9 Hazardous Substance with a shipping name of Environmentally Hazardous Substance, Liquid n.o.s.
SECTION XV - ADDITIONAL REGULATORY INFORMATION
All components are listed on the US TSCA Inventory. No components are affected by Significant New Use Rules
(SNURs) under TSCA 搂5.
This product is an EPA registered pesticide EPA Reg. No. 3573-54.
No components of Comet Disinfecting Bathroom Cleaner are subject to California Proposition 65.
All ingredients are CEPA approved for import to Canada by Procter & Gamble. This product has been classified
with Hazard Criteria of the Canadian Control Products Regulation (CPR) and this MSDS contains all information
required by the Canadian Products Regulation.
SECTION XVI - OTHER INFORMATION
*N/A. - Not Applicable *N/K. - Not Known
The submission of this MSDS may be required by law, but this is not an assertion that the substance is hazardous
when used in accordance with proper safety practices and normal handling procedures. Data supplied is for use
only in connection with occupational safety and health.
The information contained herein has been compiled from sources considered by Procter & Gamble to be
dependable and is accurate to the best of the Company鈥檚 knowledge. The information relates to the specific
material designated herein, and does not relate to the use in combination with any other material or any other
process. Procter & Gamble assumed no responsibility for injury to the recipient or third persons, for any damage to
any property resulting from misuse of the controlled product.
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