MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
I - PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Product: Defoamer
Chemical Family:
Formula:
CAS Number:
Synonyms:
COMPANY IDENTIFICATION 24 HR EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER
AllChem Performance Products INFOTRAC (Transportation): (800)535-5053
6010 NW First Place
Gainesville, FL 32607
Tel:352-378-9696
II 鈥? COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Exposure Limits
Chemical or Common Name: OSHA PEL: ACGIH TLV:
Active Ingredients:
Proprietary Antifoam/Defoamer 3% N/A N/A
Hazardous Components: None Present
III 鈥? HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Primary Route(s) of Entry:
Ingestion: ()
Inhalation: ()
Skin Contact: (X)
Eye Contact: (X)
Primary Health Hazards (Acute and Chronic): Acute effects not determined.
Carcinogenity Listings: Not OSHA regulated.
OSHA: ()
NTP: ()
IARC: ()
Signs & Symptoms of Exposure:
Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed
Inhalation:
Skin Contact: Irritating to skin
Eye Contact: Irritating to eyes.
Medical Conditions Aggravated By Exposure: May cause slight transitory eye irritation.
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IV 鈥? FIRST AID MEASURES
Emergency and First Aid Procedures:
Ingestion: Drink large quantities of water and induce vomiting.
Inhalation:
Skin Contact: Flush thoroughly with water. Wash with soap and water and rinse
thoroughly.
Eye Contact: Flush thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes and call a
physician.
V 鈥? FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash Point (PMCC), Degree F: > 212掳F (contains water)
Flammable Limits:
LEL: N/A
UEL: N/A
Extinguishing Media: Use carbon dioxide, foam, nitrogen or dry chemical
Special Fire-fighting Procedures: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective
clothing in fighting fires.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: When burnt, produces oxides of carbon and silicon.
VI 鈥? ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Steps To Be Taken In Case Material Is Spilled Or Released:
Large Spills: Soak up with chemical absorbent.
Small Spills: Sweep up and dispose of.
VII 鈥? HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions to Be Taken in Handling and Storage: Store closed containers in a cool area.
Wear recommended safety equipment and avoid contact with product.
Other Precautions: Avoid extreme heat. Do not allow to freeze.
VIII 鈥? EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Respiratory Protection: No special protection necessary.
Ventilation:
Local Exhaust: Fresh Air
Mechanical Exhaust: none
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment: Rubber gloves, safety glasses or goggles. Apron
or impervious clothing for splash protection recommended.
Work/ Hygienic Practices: Eye wash fountains in work area are recommended.
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IX - PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Boiling Point: 100掳C (212掳F)
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): 30 @ 68掳F
Vapor Density (Air=1): N/A
Solubility in Water: Dispersible
Appearance and odor: White opaque emulsion, mild odor
Specific Gravity (H2O=1): 1.00-1.03 @ 77掳F
Percent volatile by volume:
Melting Point: N/A
Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1): 1.00
Brookfield Viscosity @ 25掳C: 500 (approx.)
pH (neat): 6.1 +/- 0.2
X - REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: () Unstable (X) Stable
Conditions to Avoid: Extremes in heat and strong oxidants
Incompatibility: Strong oxidants
Hazardous Decomposition or By-Products: Oxides of carbon and silicon
Hazardous Polymerization: () May Occur (X) Will Not Occur
XI- TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute Toxicity:
Target Organ Toxicity:
Reproductive and Development Toxicity:
Carcinogenicity:
Mutagenicity:
XII 鈥? ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Aquatic Toxicity:
Avian Toxicity:
ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS (PR Notice 93-10)
This product is toxic to fish and aquatic organisms. Do not contaminate water by
cleaning of equipment or disposal of wastes. Do not discharge effluent containing this
product into lakes, streams, ponds, estuaries, oceans, or other waters unless in accordance
with the requirements of a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)
permit and the permitting authority has been notified in writing prior to discharge. Do
not discharge effluent containing this product to sewer systems without previously
notifying the local sewage treatment plant authority. For guidance, contact your State
Water board or Regional Office of the EPA.
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XIII 鈥? DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste Disposal Method:
Product disposal: Consult appropriate Federal, State and local regulatory agencies
for proper disposal procedures.
Container Disposal: Along with other trash.
XIV - TRANSPORTATION DATA
U.S. Department of Transportation - 49 CFR
DOT Hazard Classification: None
Proper Shipping Name:
Hazard Class/Division Number:
ID Number:
Packing Group:
Label Required:
Placard Required:
Marine Pollutant:
International Maritime Organization - IMDG
Proper Shipping Name:
Hazard Class/Division Number:
ID Number:
Packing Group:
Label Required:
Placard Required:
Marine Pollutant:
XV - REGULATORY INFORMATION
This chemical appears on the following lists:
() SARA Section 313
() TSCA
XVI - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This MSDS replaces the 01/01/1998 version. Any changes in information are as follows:
In Section I - 24 hr emergency telephone number
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ALWAYS COMPLY WITH ALL APPLICABLE INTERNATIONAL, FEDERAL,
STATE AND LOCAL REGULATIONS REGARDING THE TRANSPORTATION,
STORAGE, USE AND DISPOSAL OF THIS CHEMICAL.
Due to the changing nature of regulatory requirements, the REGULATORY
INFORMATION listed in Section XV of this document should NOT be considered all-
inclusive or authoritative. International, Federal, State and Local regulations should be
consulted to determine compliance with all required reporting requirements.
The information in this MSDS was obtained from sources, which we believe are reliable.
HOWEVER, THE INFORMATION IS PROVIDED WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, REGARDING ITS CORRECTNESS. The conditions or
methods of handling, storage, use, and disposal of the product are beyond our control and
may be beyond our knowledge. FOR THIS AND OTHER REASONS, WE DO NOT
ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY AND EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM LIABILITY FOR
LOSS, DAMAGE OR EXPENSE ARISING OUT OF OR IN ANY WAY
CONNECTED WITH THE HANDLING, STORAGE, USE OR DISPOSAL OF
THE PRODUCT. This MSDS was prepared and is to be used only for this product. If
the product is used as a component in another product, this MSDS information may not
be applicable.
Issue Date: 01/01/1998
Ref No: 074AAK
Revision Date: 07/14/2005
Revision No: 1
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