MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
LPS QB Duster
Revision 4 Revision Date: 5/20/08 Supercedes:1/30/03
Section 1 鈥? Product and Company Identification
LPS QB Duster
Product Name:
05710, C05710
Part Number:
Halogenated Hydrocarbons
Chemical Name:
A nonflammable duster for removing contaminants, dirt, dust and other soils.
Product Use:
LPS Laboratories, 4647 Hugh Howell Rd., Tucker, GA, USA 30084
Manufacturer Information:
1 770-243-8800
TEL:
1-800-424-9300 Chemtrec;
Emergency Telephone
Outside U.S.: (703) 527-3887
Number:
1 770-243-8899
FAX:
http://www.lpslabs.com
Website:
PLAIN LANGUAGE HAZARD SUMMARY
Material Safety Data Sheets can be confusing. Federal and State laws require us to include a great deal of technical
information that probably won鈥檛 help the non-professional. LPS includes this 鈥淧LAIN LANGUAGE HAZARD SUMMARY鈥? to
address the questions and concerns of the average worker. If you have additional health, safety or product questions, don鈥檛
hesitate to call us at 800/241-8334.
Worker Toxicity
LPS QB Duster is a moisture-free compressed gas that provides a quick blast for removing dirt, dust and other
contaminants from delicate assemblies and electronic components. High concentration of the vapor from QB Duster can
be irritating to the eyes and respiratory tract; liquid contact with eyes or skin may cause frostbite. Hold can upright while
spraying to prevent dispensing liquid which could cause frostbite. For more exposure and first aid information, refer to
MSDS Sections 2, 8 and 11.
Flammability
LPS QB Duster is non-flammable. LPS QB Duster is liquid and gas under pressure, overheating may cause gas release or
violent cylinder bursting. Do not spray into open flames or on hot metal surfaces because it may produce toxic or corrosive
products. See Handling and Storage precautions.
Disposal
Dispose of in accordance with local, state and federal regulations. See section 13 for more details.
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Section 2 鈥? Hazards Identification
This material is considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the
MSDS contains all the information required by the Controlled Products Regulations.
Emergency Overview: CAUTION: Contents under pressure. Intentional misuse by deliberately concentrating and
inhaling contents may be harmful or fatal. Do not place in hot water or near radiators, stoves or other sources of heat. Do
not puncture or incinerate container or store at temperatures above 49oC (120oF). Do not store in vehicles. Do not breathe
spray. Use under well ventilated conditions. May cause skin and eye irritation. Liquid contents will cause frostbite if
sprayed on skin. Clear, colorless liquefied gas with faint ethereal (ether like) odor.
Primary route(s) of entry: Skin and Eye contact. Inhalation.
Potential Acute Health Effects:
Vapor and liquid can irritate eyes. May cause frostbite.
Eyes:
Prolonged or repeated skin contact can cause defatting and drying of skin. Contact with rapidly volatilizing
Skin:
liquid or cold vapors can cause frostbite or freeze burns to any tissue due to the cryogenic (extreme low
temperature) effect of the product.
Respiratory irritation. High vapor concentrations including an oxygen deficient atmosphere in enclosed
Inhalation:
areas can affect the nervous system, and can cause headache, dizziness, drowsiness, unconsciousness,
and death. In susceptible individuals, cardiac sensitization can result in potentially fatal heartbeat
irregularities.
Unlikely due to volatile nature of product. Low order of oral toxicity. Contact with liquid may cause frostbite
Ingestion:
to mouth and throat tissues.
Potential Chronic Health Effects:
Carcinogenic Effects: NTP: No IARC: No OSHA: No
Mutagenic Effects: None
Teratogenic Effects: None
Medical conditions aggravated by exposure: Persons with impaired cardiovascular function, heart disease or
compromised heart function should avoid exposure. Inhalation of very high concentrations may result in cardiac
arrhythmia.
Signs and Symptoms
Skin: Discoloration of the skin, along with burning and/or tingling sensations, partial or complete numbness, and
possibly intense pain.
Eyes: Irritation, redness, swelling, and tearing.
Inhalation: Breathing of high vapor concentrations may cause headaches, drowsiness. In severe overexposure to
high vapor concentrations loss of consciousness may occur.
Ingestion: Not applicable, yet spraying into mouth may cause frostbite to mouth and throat tissues.
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Section 3 鈥? Composition / Information on Ingredients
Component CASRN Percent by Weight (%)
1,1,1,2-tetrafluoroethane (HFC-134a) 811-97-2 90 - 100%
Section 4 鈥? First Aid Measures
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention.
Eyes:
Flush exposed skin with lukewarm water (not hot) - or use other means to warm skin slowly. Get medical
Skin:
attention if frostbitten by liquid or if irritation occurs.
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Give oxygen if breathing is difficult.
Inhalation:
Call a physician. Do not give adrenaline, epinephrine or similar drugs following exposure to this product.
Not applicable - product is a gas at ambient temperatures.
Ingestion:
Section 5 鈥? Fire Fighting Measures
Products of Combustion: Hydrogen fluoride, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and possibly carbonyl fluoride.
Firefighting media:
Small Fire: Use water spray or fog, CO2, dry chemical, or water stream.
Large Fire: Use water spray or fog, CO2, dry chemical, or water stream.
Sensitivity to Impact: None
Sensitivity to Static Discharge: None
Protection Clothing (Fire): Firefighters must use full bunker gear including NIOSH-approved positive pressure self-contained
breathing apparatus to protect against potential hazardous combustion or decomposition products and oxygen deficiencies.
Use water spray to keep containers cool.
Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards:
Intensive heat created by fire will cause aerosols to explode. May decompose on contact with flames or extremely hot metal
surfaces to produce toxic and corrosive products. Some mixtures of HFCs, and air or oxygen may be combustible if
pressurized and exposed to extreme heat or flame.
Section 6 鈥? Accidental Release Measures
Methods for Clean-up:
In case of spill or leak:
Aerosols should not produce large spills. Use halogen leak detector or other suitable means to locate leaks or
check atmosphere. Keep upwind. Evacuate enclosed space and ventilate area. Do not smoke or operate
internal combustion engines. Remove flames and heating elements.
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Section 7 鈥? Handling and Storage
Handling and Storage: Store aerosols below 120潞F and above 32潞F. Store all materials in dry, well-ventilated area away
from ignition sources. Avoid breathing vapors and prolonged skin contact. Vapors are heavier than air. Do not store in
direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children.
Precautions to be taken in handling and storage: Store all materials in dry, well-ventilated area. DO NOT breathe
vapors.
Section 8 鈥? Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Exposure Guidelines:
Component CASRN OSHA ACGIH OTHER WEEL-TWA*
1,1,1,2-tetrafluoroethane
811-97-2 Not Established Not Established 1000 ppm
(HFC-134a)
*Recommended Workplace Environmental Exposure Level (WEEL) Established by American Industrial Hygiene Association (8-Hour
Time Weighted Avg.)
Engineering Controls: Provide local exhaust/general ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne
concentrations of vapors below their respective occupational exposure limits.
Personal Protection:
Eyes: Wear chemical splash glasses/goggles/face shield when there is potential for eye contact. Contact lenses
should not be worn.
Respiratory: None required if good ventilation is maintained. If vapor concentration rises above exposure limits, use
appropriate NIOSH respirator. For large spills or emergencies in completely enclosed areas, use self -contained
breathing apparatus.
Hands: Use synthetic rubber gloves such as neoprene. Lined gloves are recommended for protection from cold.
General Hygiene Considerations:
Avoid breathing mist. Avoid eye and skin contact. Have eye-wash facilities immediately available. Wash thoroughly
after handling and before eating or drinking.
Section 9 鈥? Physical and Chemical Properties
liquefied gas Clear, colorless
Appearance: Color:
Ethereal (ether-like) 85.7 psia @21.1掳 C
Odour/Taste: Vapour Pressure:
0.9 g/L in water (25掳C) Not Applicable
Solubility Description: Evaporation Rate:
Flash Point (掳C):
-26.4 掳C/-15.5 掳F Not Applicable
Boiling Point:
(dispensed liquid)
Specific Gravity: Flash Point Method:
1.21 Not applicable
(Water=1)
Auto Ignition
3.54 743 掳C/ 1369 掳F
Vapour Density: (air=1)
Temperature (掳C):
0%, 0g/L per CARB
VOC Content:
LEL: none
Flammable limits: Partition Coefficient
log Pow: 1.06
UEL: none
(estimated) (octanol/water):
Not Available 100%
Viscosity: % Volatility volume:
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Section 10 鈥? Stability and Reactivity
Stability and Reactivity: The product is stable under specified conditions or storage, shipment and/or use. See Handling
and Storage section.
Incompatibility with Various Substances: Avoid contact with strong alkalis or alkaline earth metals, finely powdered
metals such as aluminum, magnesium, zinc, and strong oxidizers.
Hazardous decomposition products: Halogen acid (HF) Carbon Monoxide, Carbon dioxide, and Carbonyl halide
Hazardous polymerization: None
Section 11 鈥? Toxicological Information
Acute and Chronic Toxicity
General Product Information
Following exposure to a high concentration of vapors, this material can produce central nervous system
depression. High atmospheric concentrations can result in eye, nasal and respiratory tract irritation. However, if
handled in accordance with good industrial hygiene practice, this product will not present a significant hazard in the
workplace.
Components CASRN LC-50 LD-50
500,000 ppm
1,1,1,2-tetrafluoroethane (HFC-134a) 811-97-2 Not Established
inhalation/rat/4H
Section 12 鈥? Ecological Information
Component Data: Acute Aquatic Toxicity
Components CASRN Test Species Results
96 h LC50 450 g/L
Rainbow Trout
1,1,1,2-tetrafluoroethane (HFC - 134a) 811-97-2 48 h EC50 930 mg/L
Daphnia Magna
16 h EC10 730 mg/L
Bacteria
Chemical Fate
3% after 28 days
Biodegradability:
9.6- 16.7 years
Degradation half-life in the atmosphere:
0
Ozone depletion potential (ODP):
0.3
Halocarbon global warming potential (HGWP):
log Pow 1.06
Bioaccumulation:
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Section 13 鈥? Disposal Considerations
Aerosol products, if depressurized and emptied to less than 2.5 cm of fluid contents are classified as
Waste Status:
non-hazardous waste under 40 CFR 261.7 (U.S.). If disposed of in its received form, this item carries
waste code D003. (U.S.)
Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental control
Disposal:
regulations.
Chemical additions to, processing of, or otherwise altering this material may make this waste
Note:
management information inaccurate, incomplete, or otherwise inappropriate. Furthermore, state and
local waste disposal requirements may be more restrictive or otherwise different from federal laws and
regulations.
Section 14 鈥? Transport Information
ORM-D NA
Shipping Name: UN Number:
D.O.T. Ground
NA NA
Hazard Class: Technical Name:
ORM-D
NA
Subclass: Hazard Label:
Already on box
1950 2
UN no: ADR Class:
NA 5A
Packing group: Classification code:
Road/Rail -
ADR/RID : Name and
AEROSOLS NA
Hazard ID no:
Description:
2.2
Labeling:
1950 2.2
UN no: Class:
AEROSOLS 2.2
Shipping Name: Subsidiary Risk:
IMDG-IMO
Packing
P003, LP02 NA
Packing group:
Instructions:
NO F-D, S-U
Marine pollutant: EmS:
1950 2.2
UN no: Class:
AEROSOLS, non-flammable NA
Shipping Name: Subclass
IATA-ICAO
Packing
NA NA
Packing group:
instructions:
2.2
Labeling:
NA- Not Applicable
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Section 15 鈥? Regulatory information
U.S. Federal Regulations
RCRA Hazardous Waste No.: D003
Comprehensive Environmental Response and Liability Act of 1980 (CERCLA): None
Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA):
All components of this product are TSCA inventory listed and/or are exempt.
Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA) Title III
SARA Section 311/312 (40 CFR 370) Hazard Categories:
Sudden Release of Pressure (aerosols only), Immediate (Acute) Health Hazard
This product contains the following toxic chemical(s) subject to reporting requirements of SARA Section 313 (40
CFR 372): No individual section 313 component is present at or above 1%
Section 112 Hazardous Air Pollutants (HAPs): None
State Regulations
New Jersey RTK:
1, 1, 1, 2-tetrafluoroethane 811-97-2
California: This product does not contain chemical(s) known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or
reproductive harm.
California and OTC States: This product is not regulated by consumer product regulations.
International Regulations
Canadian Environmental Protection Act: All of the components of this product are included on the Canadian Domestic
Substances list (DSL).
Canadian Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS):
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the
MSDS contains all the information required by the Controlled Products Regulations.
WHMIS Classification: Aerosol
Class A, Class D2B
Other Regulations
Montreal Protocol listed ingredients: None.
Stockholm Convention listed ingredients: None.
Rotterdam Convention listed ingredients: None.
RoHS Compliant: Yes.
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Section 16 鈥? Other Information
HMIS 1996 HMIS III NFPA
MSDS# 15710
Health: 1 Health: [/]1 Flammability
Responsible Name:
Clea Johnson
Flammability: 0 Flammability: 0
Regulatory Affairs Coordinator 2
0
1
Health Reactivity
0
1
Reactivity 1 Physical Hazard 2
Notice to Reader:
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above named supplier
nor any of its subsidiaries assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained
herein. Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials may present
unknown hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot guarantee
that these are the only hazards that exist.
Clea Johnson, Regulatory Affairs Coordinator
LPS Laboratories, A division of Illinois Tool Works
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