TidyPen鈩? Adhesive and Tape Remover
#MCC-PO1; MCC-PEN; MCC-L80881
E-mail: techsupport@microcare.com
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 physicians: Activated charcoal slurry may be administered.
To prepare activated charcoal slurry, suspend 50 grams activated
Product Name: TidyPen鈩? Adhesive and Tape Remover; #MCC-
charcoal in 400 mL of water and mix thoroughly. Administer 5 mL/
P01; #MCC-PEN; #MCC-L80881
kg, or 350 mL for average adult. There is no specific antidote to
Chemical Family: A terpene hydrocarbon solvent.
overexposure. Treatment of overexposure should be directed at the
Packaged By: MicroCare Corp., 595 John Downey Drive, New
control of symptoms and the clinical condition of the patient.
Britain, CT, 06051, USA CAGE/FSCM: OATV9
Immediate medical attention for acute overexposure is required.
Emergency Telephone: CHEMTREC (800) 424-9300
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Keep person calm. If not breathing,
give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Do
2. Composition/Information on Ingredients not give Epinephrine. Call a physician.
Chemical Name Wt.%Range TLV Units
5. Firefighting Measures
Terpene Hydrocarbon 100.0 See Section 8 & 11
Flash Point: 117o F/47o C, Tag Closed Cup, ASTM-D-56.
CAS # 5989-27-5
Flammable Limits in Air: LEL/UEL: 0.7-6.0 (% by volume)
All components of this material are listed on the TSCA inventory.
Autoignition Temperature: 458o F / 235o C
3. Hazard Identification Extinguishing Media: Use dry chemical, "alcohol" foam, CO2; water
Emergency Overview: Flammable Liquid. Colorless liquid with a may be ineffective, but water should be used to keep fire exposed
distinctive citrus odor. Low toxicity. Liquid will irritate eyes and containers cool. If a spill or leak has not ignited, use water spray to
skin under repeated or prolonged exposure. Although unlikely in disperse vapors and protect persons attempting to stop leak. Water
small pen size package, product vapors can be moved by air may be used to flush spills away from exposures and to dilute spills
currents and ignited by pilot lights, other flames, sparks, heaters, to nonflammable mixtures.
Special Firefighting Procedures: Evacuate personnel. Wear self contained
electrical equipment, static discharges or other ignition sources
distant from product handling point. Keep away from children. breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full protective equipment. Keep
Potential Health Effects containers cool. Containers build pressure under fire conditions causing
Eyes: Vapor contact: May cause irritation with discomfort, tearing violent bursting and dangerous propelling of container.
or blurring of vision. Liquid contact: Will irritate eyes with
6. Accidental Release Measures
possible corneal injury. Persons wearing contact lenses should wear
Spill or Leak: Evacuate area, absorb spilled liquid with commercial,
chemical protective safety glasses when exposed to this product.
Skin: Avoid skin contact. Terpene hydrocarbons trapped under nonflammable absorbent i.e. sand, vermiculite. Remove unprotected
personnel. Protected personnel should remove ignition sources and shut
rings, wristbands or held in close contact with skin by clothing can
off fire sources. Provide ventilation. Shovel (spark proof) absorbent
cause temporary irritation and can cause mild to moderate local
material into drums and close. Do not flush to sewer.
redness and swelling. Longer contact may cause severe redness and
7. Handling and Storage
swelling, defatting of skin and dermatitis. Persons in direct contact
with the liquid should wear protective clothing and gloves or wash
Avoid breathing vapors or mist. Use only with adequate ventilation.
frequently.
Avoid repeated or prolonged contact with eyes, skin or clothing.
Ingestion: Low oral toxicity. Although not reported clinically,
Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not store in direct sunlight.
irritation of the nasal and pharyngeal mucus might follow direct
Store in cool dry place, away from heat, sparks or flames which
exposure to Terpene Hydrocarbons.
may generate toxic decomposition products. Vapors are heavy and
Inhalation: Low toxicity. Although not reported clinically, prolonged
may concentrate in low poorly ventilated areas. Rags soaked with
exposure to citrus odor may cause temporary headache in some
Terpene Hydrocarbons are subject to possible spontaneous
individuals. Although not reported clinically, vapors may cause lipoid
combustion if improperly stored or disposed. Dispose of waste rags
pheumonitis if large amounts are aspirated into the lungs.
only in approved fire suppression containers.
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: Preexisting disease of
8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
the heart, lungs, skin and eyes.
4. First Aid Measures Respiratory Protection: Use only with adequate ventilation. Keep
container tightly closed. Use approved NIOSH self-contained or
Eyes: Immediately flush with water. Remove any contact lenses and
supplied air respirators for emergencies and in situations where air
continue flushing for 15 minutes, lifting eyelids occasionally until
may be displaced by vapors.
no evidence of the chemical remains. If irritation develops or
Eye Protection:Use chemical protective safety glasses.
persists call a physician.
Protective Clothing: Where there is potential for skin contact, use
Skin: Wash promptly with soap and water. Remove and wash
appropriate impervious gloves, apron, pants and jacket.
contaminated clothing and shoes before reuse.
Exposure Guidelines: Applicable Exposure Limits:
Ingestion: If conscious, immediately give 2-4 glasses of water. Do
Terpene Hydrocarbons:
not induce vomiting. Do not give stimulants. Never give anything
See Section 11.
by mouth to an unconscious person. Call a physician.
MicroCare MSDS: TidyPen Adhesive and Tape Remover (#MCC-PO1, #MCC-PEN; #MCC-L80881) Page 2 of 2
12. Ecological Information
NFPA, NPCA-HIMIS RATING:
Health 1 None available
Flammability 2
13. Disposal Considerations
Reactivity 0
Waste Disposal: Treatment, storage, transportation, and disposal must
Personal Protection rating to be supplied by user depending on use conditions.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties be in accordance with applicable Federal, State/Provincial and Local
regulations.
Physical Form: Clear free flowing liquid.
Odor: Citrus
14. Transportation Information
Boiling Point: 169-187o C / 340-372o F
pH: Ground Transport: Consumer Commodity ORM-D
Not determined
Solubility in Water: Air Transport: Terpene Hydrocarbons N.O.S. (d-Limonene), Class 3,
Not soluble
Specific Gravity: .85 @ 25o C / 77o F Pkg. Group III, UN2319, Pkg. Instr. 309 Hazard Label: Flammable
% Volatile by Weight: Liquid
100
Vapor Pressure: 1.6 mmHg @ 20o C / 70o F
15. Regulatory Information
Vapor Density (air=1): 4.6
10. Reactivity Section 313 Supplier Information: This material contains the following
Chemical Stability: Material is stable. toxic chemicals subject to the emergency reporting requirements of
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur. Section 313 of the Emergency Planning and Community Right to
Incompatibilities: Avoid strong oxidizers, alkalides, and reactive metals. Know Act of 1986 and 40 CFR 372:
CAS# Chemical Name % by Weight
Decomposition Products: Burning may produce carbon monoxide and/
none
or carbon dioxide.
This information must be included in all MSDSs that are copied and
11. Toxicological Information distributed for this material.
Title III Hazard Communications Sections 311, 312
Ingredients of this material are listed either on the GRAS or as an Acute Yes
approved substance for use either as an indirect food additive or for use in Chronic Yes
the manufacture of metal food containers as described in CFR, Title 21, Fire Yes
Part 178 Section 3400 or 3910. None of the ingredients are listed in the Reactivity No
Threshold Limit Values and Biological Exposure Indices compiled by the
16. Other Information
American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH).
Carcinogenicity: None of the components present in this material are For additional information, go to www.microcare.com or contact Tech
Support at MicroCare: Telephone (860) 827-0626 or email:
listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA or ACGIH as a carcinogen.
techsupport@microcare.com
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