Material Safety Data Sheet
TRP TAR U.S. 5 US GL
Version 1.1 Print Date 09/01/2006
REVISION DATE: 08/31/2006
SECTION 1 - PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION / PREPARATION INFORMATION
Product Information
Trade name : TRP TAR U.S. 5 US GL
Product code : 352560 805
Supplier : Tremco Canada division
220 Wicksteed Avenue
Toronto, ON M4H 1G7
Telephone : (416) 421-3300
Emergency Phone: : (613) 996-6666
Preparation Information
Prepared by: : Sewnauth Raghunandan
Date: : 08/31/2006
Telephone : (416) 421-3300
SECTION 2 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Emergency Overview
Black. Liquid. Vapor may irritate respiratory tract. May cause nausea, headaches, and dizziness. Move to fresh
air. If required, artificial respiration or administration of oxygen can be performed by trained personnel.
Acute Potential Health Effects/ Routes of Entry
Inhalation Vapor may irritate respiratory tract. May cause nausea, headaches, and dizziness.
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Eyes Direct contact may cause moderate irritation.
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Ingestion May cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, and vomiting.
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Skin May cause mild irritation. May cause sensitization. May cause a rash.
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Aggravated Medical Conditions
Pre-existing eye, skin, liver, kidney, and respiratory disorders may be aggravated by exposure.
Chronic Health Effects
Creosote can cause cancer of the skin, lung, kidneys or bladder. Fillers are encapsulated and not expected to
be released from product under normal conditions of use.
Target Organs: Skin, Lung, Liver, Kidney, Eye
SECTION 3 : HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
Chemical Name CAS-No. Weight % Range
Coal tar 8007-45-2 > 60.0
Creosote 8001-58-9 1.0 - 5.0
The ingredients listed above are hazardous as defined in the controlled products regulation. (CPR).
SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
Get immediate medical attention for any significant overexposure.
Inhalation : Move to fresh air. If required, artificial respiration or administration of oxygen can be
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performed by trained personnel.
Eye contact : Flush with water for at least 15 minutes while holding eye lids apart. Get medical
attention immediately.
Skin contact : Clean area of contact thoroughly using soap and water. If irritation, rash or other
disorders develop, get medical attention immediately.
Ingestion : Do not induce vomiting unless advised by a physician. Call nearest Poison Control
Center or Physician immediately.
SECTION 5: FIRE / EXPLOSION HAZARDS
Flash point : 90 掳 194 掳
C, F
Method : Pensky-Martens Closed Cup
Lower explosion limit : Not available.
Upper explosion limit : Not available.
Autoignition temperature : Not available.
Extinguishing media : If water fog is ineffective, use carbon dioxide, dry chemical or foam.
Hazardous combustion : Smoke, fumes.Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide can form.Oxides of
products sulfur can form.
Protective equipment for : Use accepted fire fighting techniques. Wear full firefighting protective
firefighters clothing, including self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).
Fire and explosion conditions : Product may ignite if heated in excess of its flash point.Empty
containers may contain ignitable vapors.
SECTION 6 - SPILLS / LEAKS / ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Use appropriate protective equipment. Avoid contact with material. Remove sources of ignition immediately.
Stop flow of material if safe to do so. Contain spill and keep out of water courses. Ventilate area.
SECTION 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
Prevent inhalation of vapor, ingestion, and contact with skin eyes and clothing. Keep container closed when
not in use. Precautions also apply to emptied containers. Handle in compliance with common hygienic
practices. Clean hands thoroughly after handling. Do not smoke, weld, generate sparks, or use flame near
container. Store under dry warehouse conditions away from heat and all ignition sources.
SECTION 8 - PREVENTIVE MEASURES/EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Personal protection equipment
Respiratory protection : Wear appropriate, properly fitted NIOSH/MSHA approved organic vapor or
supplied air respirator when airborne contaminant level(s) are expected to
exceed exposure limits indicated on the MSDS. Follow manufacturer's
directions for respirator use.
Hand protection : Use suitable impervious nitrile or neoprene gloves and protective apparel to
reduce exposure.
Eye protection : Wear appropriate eye protection.Wear chemical safety goggles and/or face
shield to prevent eye contact. Do not wear contact lenses. Do not touch eyes
with contaminated body parts or materials. Have eye washing facilities readily
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available.
Skin and body protection : Prevent contact with shoes and clothing.Workers must be fully clothed and
must wear protective cream or other protective barrier on exposed skin.
Protective measures : Use professional judgment in the selection, care, and use.Inspect and replace
equipment at regular intervals.
Engineering measures : Use only in well ventilated areas. Provide maximum ventilation in enclosed
areas.Use local exhaust when the general ventilation is inadequate.
Exposure Limits
No known components with exposure limits.
SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State : Liquid
Form : Liquid
Color : Black
Odor : Tarry odor
pH : Not available.
Vapour pressure : Not available.
Vapor density : Heavier than air
Melting point/range : Not available.
Freezing point : Not available.
Boiling point/range : 150 掳C, 302 掳F
Water solubility : Negligible
Evaporation Rate: : Not available.
Specific Gravity : 1.199
% Volatile Weight : 0%
SECTION 10 - REACTIVITY / STABILITY
Substances to avoid : Oxidizing agents.
Stability : Material is stable under normal storage, handling, and use.
Hazardous polymerization : Will not occur under normal conditions.
SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Creosote, CAS-No.: 8001-58-9
Acute oral toxicity (LD-50 oral) 725 mg/kg ( Rat )
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SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No Data Available
SECTION 13 - WASTE DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Disposal Method : Dispose as hazardous waste according to all local, state, federal and provincial
regulations.
SECTION 14 - TRANSPORTATION / SHIPPING DATA
TDG / DOT Shipping Description:
NOT REGULATED
SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
North American Inventories:
All components are listed or exempt from the TSCA inventory.
This product or its components are listed on, or exempt from the Canadian Domestic Substances List.
Canadian Regulations:
WHMIS Classification : B3, D2A
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations
(CPR) and the MSDS contains all of the information required by the CPR.
Other Regulations:
Regulatory VOC (less water and : 0 g/l
exempt solvent)
SECTION 16 - OTHER INFORMATION
HMIS Rating :
Health 2 0 = Minimum
1 = Slight
Flammability 2
2 = Moderate
Reactivity 0
3 = Serious
PPE
4 = Severe
Further information:
For Industrial Use Only. Keep out of Reach of Children. The hazard information herein is offered solely for the
consideration of the user, subject to their own investigation of compliance with applicable regulations, including
the safe use of the product under every foreseeable condition.
Prepared by: Sewnauth Raghunandan
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Legend
ACGIH - American Conference of Governmental Hygienists OSHA - Occupational Safety and Health Administration
DOT - Department of Transportation PEL - Permissible Exposure Limit
DSL - Domestic Substance List RCRA - Resource Conservation and Recovery Act
EPA - Environmental Protection Agency STEL - Short Term Exposure Limit
HMIS - Hazardous Materials Information System TLV - Threshold Limit Value
IARC - International Agency for Research on Cancer TSCA - Toxic Substances Control Act
MSHA - Mine Safety Health Administration TWA - Time Weighted Average
NDSL - Non-Domestic Substance List V - Volume
NIOSH - National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health VOC - Volatile Organic Compound
NTP - National Toxicology Program WHMIS - Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
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