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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET                                                                                 MSDS NO. 093-2 
May be used to comply with OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard, 
29CFR 1910. 1200. Standard must be consulted for specific requirements. 
Important: Do not leave any blank spaces. If required information is unavailable, unknown, or doesn't apply, so indicate. 
       *N/A=No information available           *N/AP=Not Applicable 
 
Section 1 - Company and Chemical Identification 
BLIND INDUSTRIES AND SERVICES OF MARYLAND EMERGENCY PHONE: 800-535-5053 
3345 WASHINGTON BLVD                        PHONE: 888-322-4567 
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND 21227                   DATE: AUGUST 12, 2004 
PRODUCT USE: GENERAL PURPOSE CARPET SPOTTER 
Section 2 - Hazardous Ingredients/Identity 
Hazardous Component(s) (chemical & common name)                            OSHA                 ACGIH          Other Exposure   %                 CAS 
                                                                           PEL                  TLV            Limits           (optional)        No. 
Di propylene glycol tertiary butyl ether                             Not determined                                                          123739-31-2 
Isopropyl alcohol                                                                                                                               67-63-0 
Water (Non-hazardous)                                                                                                                          7732-18-5 
Triethanolamine                                                                                                                                 102-71-6 
 
NPCA-HMIS Rating:                          Health - 1                      Flammability - 0                    Reactivity - 0                PPE - X 
Section 3 - Health Hazard Identification 
Acute:                                                                     Chronic: 
Eye and skin irritant.                                                     No indication of chronic toxicity. 
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure: 
Coughing, shortness of breath, dizziness, and intoxication. 
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: 
N/A 
Chemical Listed as Carcinogen              National Toxicology   Yes                  I.A.R.C   Yes            OSHA     Yes 
or Potential Carcinogen                    Program               No X                           No X                    No X 
 
Section 4 - First Aid Measures 
Routes of Entry and Emergency/First Aid Procedures 
1. Inhalation: 
Slight hazard - remove to fresh air. 
2. Eyes: 
Severe irritant - flush with water for 15 minutes, seek medical attention if needed. 
3. Skin: 
Irritant and slight absorption hazard - wash skin with plenty of soap and water. 
4. Ingestion: 
Slight hazard - seek medical attention. 
Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures & Data 
Flash Point                                          Method Used                      Flammable Limits                  LEL                       UEL 
                                                                                      in Air % by Volume                Lower                     Upper 
 
200掳F                                                  CC                                                                N/AP                     N/AP 
Auto-Ignition Temperature:                           Extinguisher Media: 
N/AP                                                 Dry chemical, CO2, water spray, foam for alcohols, water fog 
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: 
 
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus & protective clothing 
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Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: 
Burning liquid may float on foam. Do not use direct stream of water. 
DOT Hazard Classification: 
Not regulated 
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures 
Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled: 
Remove all sources of ignition, soak up with absorbent material, & dispose of properly, mop or vac up. 
Waste Disposal Methods (Consult federal, state, and local regulations): 
Dispose of in accordance with Federal, State, and Local regulations. 
Section 7 - Special Precautions, Handling, and Storage 
Precautions to be Taken in Handling and Storage: 
Emergency eye wash stations should be available. Use good personal hygiene practice. 
Other Precautions: 
Don't handle near sparks or open flame. Prevent contact with food, chewing, drinking, or smoking 
material. Keep container closed. Do not taste or swallow. Keep out of reach of children. 
Section 8 - Special Protection Information/Control Measures 
Respiratory Protection (Specify Type): 
N/A 
Ventilation:                     Local Exhaust:                    Mechanical (General):                            Special:               Other: 
Cross air ventilation 
Protective Gloves:                                                 Eye Protection: 
Rubber                                                             Splash proof safety glasses or goggles. 
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment: 
N/AP 
Work/Hygienic Practices: 
Wash hands after handling 
Section 9 - Physical & Chemical Characteristics 
Boiling Point:                                          Specific Gravity (H2O):                 Vapor Pressure (mm Hg);          Vapor Density (Air = 1): 
 
212掳F                                                   0.964                                   4.8                              1 
Solubility in Water :                                   Reactivity in Water: 
Complete                                                N/AP 
Appearance and Odor:                                               Melting Point: 
Clear liquid with floral odor                           N/AP 
Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity 
Stability:       Unstable     Stable        Conditions to Avoid: 
                                 X            Heat, sparks, open flame, strong oxidizing or dehydrating agents. 
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): 
Strong acids and oxidizing agents 
Hazardous Decomposition Products: 
Oxides of carbon 
Hazardous Polymerization:                   May Occur                          Will Not Occur             Conditions to Avoid: 
                                                                               X                          N/AP 
 
 
 
 
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