MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
M anufacturer's Name: ALTANA INC.
Divisions: E. FOUGERA & COM PANY DIVISION
PHARM ADERM DIVISION
Street Address: 60 BAYLIS ROAD
City, State, Zip Code: M ELVILLE, NEW YORK 11747
(800) 424-9300 , (631) 454-7677
Emergency Telephone No.:
SECTION 1: IDENTITY
Product Name: Swim Ear
Synonyms: Not applicable.
CAS #: Not applicable.
Chemical Family: Alcohols, Hydroxyalkanes.
Formula: Isopropyl Alcohol and Glycerin.
SECTION 2: SAFETY and HAZARD RATINGS
Health (Acute-Chronic): 1-2 RATINGS
Flammability: 3 M inimal 0
Reactivity: 0 Slight 1
Environment (Air-W ater-Soil): 1-1-1 M oderate 2
Special Hazards: None. Severe 3
Protective Equipment: General ventilation, eye and hand wash. Extreme 4
SECTION 3: EM ERGENCY and FIRST AID PROCEDURES
Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
Skin: W ash thoroughly with soap and water.
Ingestion: Give two glasses of water and induce vomiting as directed by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth
to an unconscious person.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If breathing has stopped, give artificial respiration.
CALL A PHYSICIAN
CONTACT A POISON CONTROL CENTER
SECTION 4: INGREDIENTS
C A R C IN O G E N H A ZA R D D A T A
A C G IH O SH A
NAM E C A S# % IA R C NTP O SH A TLV PEL
Isopropyl Alcohol 67-63-0 95 no no no 400ppm 400ppm
Glycerin 56-81-5 5 no no no 10mg/m3 * 15mg/m3 *
(mist) 5mg/m3 **
* total dust
**respirable fraction
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SECTION 5: FIRE and EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
18 oC (64.4 oF)
Flash Point:
Auto-ignition Temperature oF: Not determined.
Flammable Limits in Air by Volume LEL: Not determined.
UEL: Not determined.
Extinguishing M edia: Alcohol Foam, Dry chemical, Carbon dioxide.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: W ear full protective clothing.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Flammable. There is a fire and explosion hazard if exposed to heat, flame or
oxidants.
SECTION 6: REACTIVITY DATA (PHYSICAL HAZARDS)
Stability: [ X ] Stable [ ] Unstable
Conditions and Chemicals to Avoid: Avoid extreme heat, sparks, open flame and oxidizers.
Hazardous Combustion or Decomposition Products: M ay give off fumes of carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: [ ] M ay Occur [ X ] Should Not Occur
SECTION 7: HEALTH HAZARDS
Primary Route(s) of Entry: Inhalation, Dermal
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure
a. Overexposure Effects: a. M ay cause eye and skin irritation. Vapor or mist may be irritating to eyes, mucous
membranes and upper respiratory tract. M ay cause central nervous system depression.
b. Chronic Effects: b. Prolonged skin exposure may cause itching, redness, rashes, drying and cracking of
skin. M ay cause allergic reaction in susceptible individuals.
1. Inhalation: 1. M ay cause irritation of the upper respiratory tract and narcotic effects.
2. Eyes: 2. M ay cause eye irritation.
3. Skin: 3. M ay cause skin irritation.
4. Ingestion: 4. In large quantities, may cause headache, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain,
respiratory arrest, deep coma and death. M ay cause kidney, liver and gastro-
intestinal impairment.
5. M edical Conditions 5. Do not use if there is injury to the ear (draining, pain, irritation, rash or dizziness)
Potentially Aggravated: unless directed by a physician. Do not use on mucous membranes or broken skin.
M ay aggravate skin, lung, kidney and liver diseases. Susceptible individuals may
have an allergic reaction.
SECTION 8: SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS and SPILL/LEAK PROCEDURES
Precautions to be Taken in Keep container closed when not in use. Do not handle or store near heat, sparks,
Handling/Storage: flame or oxidizers. There should be no smoking in the storage area.
Hygienic Practices: W ash thoroughly after handling. Use normal hygiene to protect hands, eyes and skin.
Use general ventilation to protect your lungs. Do not wear contaminated clothing
until thoroughly laundered.
W hen M aterial is Released or Spilled: Avoid any ignition sources. Use non-sparking tools. Absorb on sand or vermiculite
and place in closed containers for disposal. Ventilate and wash area after material
pickup is complete, Report major leaks and spills to the appropriate local, state
and/or federal governmental agency.
W aste Disposal M ethods: Assure conformity with applicable disposal regulations. Dispose of absorbed material
at approved incineration or chemical landfill waste disposal site.
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SECTION 9: SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORM ATION
Respiratory Protection: General ventilation.
Skin Protection: Normal hygiene.
Eye Protection: Normal hygiene.
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment: As needed to prevent repeated/prolonged contact.
SECTION 10: CONTAINERS and LABELING
Special Precautions: Keep container closed when not in use. Keep away from sources of heat, flame
and oxidizers.
Recommended Container: As supplied. (Not sold in bulk quantity.)
Protect the Container by: Avoid physical damage and heat.
Container Should be Handled in an Area with: Cool, dry conditions.
The Empty Container is: Not reusable.
Precautionary Label: Keep tightly closed. For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes.
W arning Placard: Flammable liquid. Keep out of reach of children.
IM O Hazard Class #: 9
UN/NA #: Not applicable.
Hazard Classification: ORM -D
DOT Name: Consumer Commodity
Shipping Instructions: Keep away from sources of heat, flame and oxidizers.
SECTION 11: ENVIRONM ENTAL RISKS
Aquatic Toxicity: M oderate for Isopropyl Alcohol and Glycerin.
Isopropyl Alcohol: Fathead minnow: 96 hour LC50: 11,130 mg/m 3
Glycerin: Aquatic Toxicity Rating: TLm 96: over 1000 ppm
Biodegradability: Not indicated.
Partition Coefficient: Not indicated.
SECTION 12: REGULATORY INFORM ATION
Refer to the following OSHA Regulations: If respirator used, 29 CFR 1910.134
references: DOT Regulations: 49 CFR 172.101
EPA Regulations: SARA Title III, Section 311/312, Health (immediate) and Flammable
Other: FDA: 21 CFR 330.5
NDC: 0168-7931-91
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SECTION 13: PHYSICAL DATA
Appearance and Odor: A clear liquid with an odor like rubbing alcohol.
M olecular W eight: Not applicable.
pH: Not determined.
Refractive Index @ 20 oC: Not determined.
Viscosity @ 55 oC: Not determined.
83.5 oC (182.3 oF)
Boiling Point:
Freezing/M elting Point: Not determined.
Congealing Point: Not applicable.
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg @ 20 oC): Not determined.
Vapor Density (Air=1): Not determined.
Solubility in W ater: Soluble.
Solubility in Alcohol: Soluble.
Solubility in Oil: Insoluble.
Solubility in Other: Not determined.
Specific Gravity (H 2O=1): 0.81
% Volatile by Volume: 95%
Evaporation Rate (Ether=1): 0.6
Date of Preparation/Change: Revision # 3 Replaces
M arch 31, 2005 M arch 3, 2005
The information presented herein relates to the specific material described and may not be valid for this material used in
combination with any other materials or in any process. This information is, to the best of our knowledge, accurate and reliable on
the date compiled. W e make no representation, warranty or guarantee as to its accuracy, reliability or completeness.
It is the reader's responsibility to ascertain whether the information supplied is suitable and complete for that person's specific
uses. This M aterial Safety Data Sheet was prepared for ALTANA INC. by:
COM PLIANCE INNOVATIONS, INC.
706 Route 15 South, Suite 207
Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey 07849
973-663-1120 鈥? fax 973-663-2378
helpdesk@chemply.com
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