MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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SECTION 1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Chemical Product
PERC-O-LATE
Common Name: Irrigation aid/soil penetrant.
Chemical Description: Liquid mixture of nonionic surfactants/ solvents.
TSCA/CAS No.: This product is a mixture 鈥? there is no specific CAS number.
Manufactured By
Creative Marketing & Research
P. O. Box 35000
Fresno, CA 93745
Emergency Phone Numbers
Emergency Telephone: DAYS: (559) 499-2100 EVES: (559) 994-9144
CHEMTREC (24-Hour Emergency Number): (800) 424-9300
EPA National Response Center: (800) 424-8802
SECTION 2. HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
CHEMICAL CAS NO. % TLV OR PEL RQ (lbs)
POE Nonylphenol 9016-45-9 12.5 N.A.* N.A.
Sodium dioctyl sulfosuccinate 577-11-7 10.0 N.A. N.A.
Isopropyl alcohol 67-63-0 1.5 400 ppm (PEL) N.A.
* N.A. - Not Available.
SECTION 3. EMERGENCY/HAZARDS OVERVIEW
Slightly viscous, green liquid. May form explosive products if mixed with strong oxidizing or reducing agents.
Burning may result in formation of carbon oxides and/or sulfides, or sulfur oxides. Contain any liquid runoff.
Not D.O.T. regulated.
HEALTH: 1 REACTIVITY: 1 FLAMMABILITY: 2 ENVIRONMENT: 0
(0=Insignificant 1=Slight 2=Moderate 3=High 4=Extreme)
SECTION 4. FIRST AID
Eyes: Flush immediately with water for at least 15 minutes. Do not rub eyes. Get immediate medical
attention.
Skin: Wash thoroughly with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
See a physician if skin becomes irritated.
Ingestion: If conscious and alert, administer water or milk for dilution. Do not induce vomiting. Contact
physician or Poison Control Center immediately.
Inhalation: Move to fresh air. If breathing becomes difficult, call a physician.
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SECTION 5. FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS
77oF.
Flash Point:
Test Method: ASTM D-56.
LEL Flammable Limits: Not pertinent.
UEL Flammable Limits: Not pertinent.
Autoignition Temperature: Not pertinent.
Flammability Classification: Flammable.
Known Hazardous Products of Combustion: None.
Properties that Initiate/Contribute to Intensity of Fire: None.
Potential For Dust Explosion: None.
Reactions that Release Flammable Gases or Vapors: Not known.
Potential For Release of Flammable Vapors: None.
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards: May form explosive products if mixed with
strong oxidizing or reducing agents.
Extinguishing Media: Water, foam, CO2, dry chemical.
Special Firefighting Procedures: Wear positive pressure, self-contained breathing
apparatus and goggles. Avoid smoke inhalation.
Contain any liquid runoff.
SECTION 6. SPILLS AND LEAKS
Containment: Prevent product spillage from entering drinking water supplies or streams.
Clean Up: Collect liquid or absorb onto absorbent material and package for disposal.
Evacuation: Not necessary.
SECTION 7. STORAGE AND HANDLING
Storage: Store in plastic or stainless steel container in a cool, well-ventilated, dry place at
temperatures above 40oF. Keep away from strong alkalies, acids and/or oxidizing
agents. Do not store near food or feeds. Do not stack pallets more than two (2) high.
Transfer Equipment: Transfer product using chemical-resistant plastic or stainless steel tanks, pumps,
valves, etc.
Work/Hygienic Practices: Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid
inhalation of spray mists. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling.
SECTION 8. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Eyes: Chemical dust/splash goggles or full-face shield to prevent eye contact. As a general rule, do not
wear contact lenses when handling.
Skin: Impervious gloves and clothes.
Respiratory: Not normally needed. If use generates an aerosol mist or respiratory irritation, use NIOSH-
approved dust/mist respirator (such as 3M #8710).
Ventilation: Recommended but no TLV established.
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SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL DATA
Appearance: Slightly viscous, green liquid.
Odor: Alcohol-like.
pH: 5.4
Vapor Pressure: 0.7 (psi)
Vapor Density (Air=1): <1.0
99oC (210oF)
Boiling Point:
Freezing Point: Not available.
Water Solubility: Miscible.
Density: 8.34 lbs./gal.
Evaporation Rate: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
% Volatile: Not available.
Octanol/Water Partition Coefficient: Not available.
Saturated Vapor Concentration: Not available.
SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable.
Conditions To Avoid: Do not mix with strong alkalies at high temperatures, acids,
oxidizing agents or materials reactive with hydroxyl compounds.
May form explosive products if mixed with strong oxidizing or
reducing agents.
Incompatibility: Not available.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Burning may result in formation of carbon oxides and/or sulfides, or
sulfur oxides.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
SECTION 11. POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
Acute Effects:
Eyes: Mild irritant. May cause redness and/or burning.
Skin: Mild irritant, especially from prolonged exposure. Causes redness, drying and cracking.
Ingestion: LC50 (rat) > 5000 mg/kg.
Inhalation: None expected but aerosol mist may cause mild irritation of nasal mucous membranes.
Subchronic Effects: None known.
Chronic Effects: None known.
SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Algal/Lemna Growth Inhibition: Not known.
Toxicity to Fish and Invertebrates: Not known.
Toxicity to Plants: Not known.
Toxicity in Birds: Not known.
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SECTION 13. DISPOSAL
Do not contaminate lakes, streams, ponds, estuaries, oceans or other waters by discharge of waste effluents or
equipment washwaters. Dispose of waste effluents according to state and local regulations. Also, chemical
additions or other alterations of this product may invalidate any disposal information in this MSDS. Therefore,
consult local waste regulators for proper disposal. Do not discharge.
SECTION 14. TRANSPORTATION
D.O.T. Shipping Description: Not D.O.T. Regulated.
Other Shipping Description: Adhesives, Adjuvants, Spreaders or Stickers, Liquid.
(NMFC Item 4612, LTL Class 60)
SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
CERCLA: None.
SARA TITLE III, Section 313 Toxic Chemicals: None.
PROPOSITION 65: None
SECTION 16. OTHER
All information appearing in this document was based on data provided by third party sources and was compiled
to comply with the Federal Hazard Communication Standard and the California Hazardous Substances
Information and Training Act. The information is believed to be accurate as of the preparation date, but is not
warranted as being the final authority in the use of this product. This information does not purport to be legal or
medical advice.
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