Isopropyl Alcohol
#MCC-BACG/4722 (1 gallon), #MCC-BACP (5 gal. pail),
E-mail: techsupport@microcare.com
#MCC-BACD (55 gal. drum), MCC-4724, MCC-4723, MCC-4725
Phone: (860) 827-0626
MICROCARE CORPORATION www.microcare.com
Preparation Date: 02/02/07
595 John Downey Drive, New Britain, Connecticut, 06051, USA
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. Chemical Product and Company Identification Note to Attending Physician: There is no specific antidote to
overexposure. Treatment of overexposure should be directed at the
Product Name: Isopropyl Alcohol
control of symptoms and the clinical condition of the patient.
Chemical Family: Alcohol
Immediate medical attention for acute overexposure is required.
Packaged By: MicroCare Corp., 595 John Downey Dr., New
5. Firefighting Measures
Britain CT, 06051 USA CAGE/FSCM: OATV9
Emergency Telephone: CHEMTREC (800) 424-9300 Flash Point: 53o F/12o C, Tag Closed Cup, ASTM-D-56.
63o F/17o C, Tag Open Cup, ASTM-D-1310.
2. Composition/Information on Ingredients Flammable Limits in Air: LEL/UEL: 2.0-12.7 (% by volume)
Extinguishing Media: Use dry chemical, "alcohol" foam, CO2; water
Active Ingredients
may be ineffective, but water should be used to keep fire exposed
Chemical Name Wt.%Range TLV Units
containers cool. If a spill or leak has not ignited, use water spray to
Isopropyl Alcohol 100.00 400 ppm
disperse vapors and protect persons attempting to stop leak. Water
CAS # 67-63-0
may be used to flush spills away from exposures and to dilute spills
All components of this material are listed on the TSCA inventory.
to nonflammable mixtures.
3. Hazard Identification Special Firefighting Procedures: Evacuate personnel. Wear self contained
Emergency Overview: Flammable Liquid. Colorless liquid with an breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full protective equipment. Keep
containers cool. Containers build pressure under fire conditions causing
alcohol odor. Liquid will irritate eyes and skin under repeated or
violent bursting and dangerous propelling of container. This is especially
prolonged exposure. Product vapors can be moved by air currents
true for aerosol containers which are packaged under pressure.
and ignited by pilot lights, other flames, sparks, heaters, electrical
6. Accidental Release Measures
equipment, static discharges or other ignition sources distant from
product handling point. Keep away from children.
Spill or Leak: Evacuate area, absorb spilled liquid with commercial,
Potential Health Effects:
nonflammable absorbent i.e. sand, vermiculite. Remove unprotected
Eyes: Vapor contact: Mild irritant. Liquid contact: Will irritate eyes
personnel. Protected personnel should remove ignition sources and shut
with possible corneal injury. Persons wearing contact lenses should
off fire sources. Provide ventilation. Shovel (spark proof) absorbent
wear chemical protective safety glasses when exposed to this product.
material into drums and close. Do not flush to sewer.
Skin: For repeated contact: dry/chapped skin, risk of chronic dermatitis.
Ingestion: Can cause depression of central nervous system, nausea, 7. Handling and Storage
stomach cramps, vomiting, diarrhea.
Avoid breathing vapors or mist. Use only with adequate ventilation.
Inhalation: At low concentration levels: may cause mild irritation to
Avoid repeated or prolonged contact with eyes, skin or clothing.
nose and throat. At high levels: headache, drowsiness and
Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not store in direct sunlight.
lassitude, loss of appetite, inability to concentrate.
Store in cool dry place, away from heat, sparks or flames which
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: Preexisting disease of
may generate toxic decomposition products. Vapors are heavy and
the heart, lungs, skin and eyes.
may concentrate in low poorly ventilated areas.
4. First Aid Measures 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Eyes: Immediately flush with water. Remove any contact lenses and
Respiratory Protection: Use only with adequate ventilation. Keep
continue flushing for 15 minutes, lifting eyelids occasionally until
container tightly closed. Use approved NIOSH self-contained or
no evidence of the chemical remains. If irritation develops or
supplied air respirators for emergencies and in situations where air
persists call a physician.
may be displaced by vapors.
Skin: Wash promptly with soap and water. Remove and wash
Eye Protection:Use chemical protective safety glasses.
contaminated clothing and shoes before reuse.
Protective Clothing: Where there is potential for skin contact, use
Ingestion: If conscious, immediately give 2-4 glasses of water and
appropriate impervious gloves, apron, pants and jacket.
induce vomiting by touching finger to back of throat. Do not give
Exposure Guidelines: Applicable Exposure Limits.
stimulants. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious
Isopropyl Alcohol:
person. Call a physician.
PEL (OSHA) 400 ppm TWA
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Keep person calm. If not breath- TLV (ACGIH) 400 ppm TWA, 500 ppm STEL
ing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Do not give Epinephrine. Call a physician.
MicroCare MSDS: Isopropyl Alcohol (#MCC-BAC/4722, #MCC-BACG, # MCC-BACP, #MCC-BACD, MCC-4724, MCC-4723, MCC-4725) Page 2 of 2
14. Transportation Information
NFPA, NPCA-HIMIS RATING:
Health 1
Transport for Isopropyl Alcohol Liquid Packaging/Non Aerosol:
Flammability 3
Ground Transport: Isopropanol, UN1219, Class 3, Pkg.Group II.
Reactivity 1
Hazard label: Flammable Liquid.
Personal Protection rating to be supplied by user depending on use conditions.
Air Transport: Contact MicroCare prior to shipping bulk packaged
9. Physical and Chemical Properties Isopropyl Alcohol by air freight.
Physical Form: Clear colorless liquid.
15. Regulatory Information
Odor: Characteristic alcohol.
Boiling Point: 77.6o C / 173o F Section 313 Supplier Information: This material contains the following
pH: Not Determined. toxic chemicals subject to the emergency reporting requirements of
Solubility in Water: Complete Section 313 of the Emergency Planning and Community Right to
Specific Gravity: .790 @ 15o C / 60o F Know Act of 1986 and 40 CFR 372:
% Volatile by Weight: CAS# Chemical Name % by Weight
100
Vapor Pressure: 39mmHg @ 20o C / 70o F 67-63-0 Isopropyl Alcohol 100.0 %
Vapor Density (air=1): 1.82 This information must be included in all MSDSs that are copied and
10. Reactivity distributed for this material.
Title III Hazard Communications Sections 311, 312
Chemical Stability: Material is stable.
Acute Yes
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Chronic Yes
Incompatibilities: Avoid concentrated nitric and sulfuric acids, strong
Fire Yes
oxidizers, aldehydes, acetyl chloride, halogens and halogen compounds.
Reactivity No
Decomposition Products: Burning may produce carbon monoxide and/
or carbon dioxide. California V.O.C. Data: Isopropyl Alcohol contains 785 grams total
VOC per liter. Contents packaged 340 grams per unit aerosol
11. Toxicological Information container.
16. Other Information
Oral LD50=5,045 mg/kg in rats. Dermal LD50 = 12.8 gm/kg in
rabbits. Inhalation LC50=16,000 ppm/8 hour in rats. For additional information, contact Tech Support at MicroCare:
Carcinogenicity: None of the components present in Isopropyl Telephone (860) 827-0626 or email: techsupport@microcare.com
Alcohol are listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA or ACGIH as a carcinogen.
12. Ecological Information
Aquatic Toxicity:
96 hour LC50 in fish: >100.0 mg/L
This material is not expected to be toxic to aquatic life.
13. Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal: Treatment, storage, transportation, and disposal must
be in accordance with applicable Federal, State/Provincial and Local
regulations.
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