Date Prepared: 1/2/03
ChemMasters
Supersedes: 6/1/98
Product Name: SafeThane
Material Safety Data Sheet
1. Chemical Product and Company Information
Product Name: SafeThane
Product Description: SafeThane is a one component, waterbased, acrylic modified polyurethane, high gloss
sealer.
ChemMasters In Case of Emergency Contact:
300 Edwards Street CHEMTREC 800/424-9300
Madison, Ohio 44057
440-428-2105
2. Composition / Information on Ingredients
Components CAS # Exposure Limits % by Wt
OSHA(PEL/TWA) ACGIH OTHER
(TLV/TWA)
Diethylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether
111-77-3 30 30 鈥? 5
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone 872-50-4 200 200 --- 5
Urethane Acrylic Polymer Trade Secret NA NA __ 35-40
Water 7732-18-5 NA NA __ 50-55
3. Hazards Identification
CAUTION
May Cause Eye Irritation
Potential Health Hazards - Acute
Eye: Direct contact may cause irritation.
Skin: Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause slight irritation.
Inhalation: Exposure to mist may cause headache, nausea and/or other symptoms of upper respiratory tract
irritation.
Ingestion: Slightly toxic. Large amounts may produce signs of intoxication.
Potential Health Effects - Chronic:
Animals receiving repeated doses of Diethylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether developed secondary injury to the kidney and
liver.
Carcinogenicity: NTP IARC Monographs OSHA Regulated
NO NO NO
4. First Aid Measures
Eye: Immediately flush with plenty of water for 15 minutes.
Skin: Wash with soap and water.
Inhalation: Move victim to fresh air
Ingestion: If swallowed, give victim plenty of water. Consult a physician.
SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION IF SYMPTOMS PERSIST.
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5. Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point (method used): >200oF
Flammable Limits (% volume in air): Lower = No data available Upper =No data available
Auto Ignition Temperature: No data available
Extinguishing Media: Media appropriate for surrounding fire.
Hazard Combustion Products: Thermal decomposition may yield carbon monoxide and/or carbon dioxide.
Fire Fighting Instructions: Wear positive pressure, self-contained breathing apparatus.
6. Accidental Release Measures
Spill: Contain spilled material by diking. Absorb with inert material, then place in chemical waste container for later
disposal. Keep spills out of municipal sewers and open bodies of water.
7. Handling and Storage
Handling: Always use good industrial hygiene practices and safety guidelines.
Storage: Store material in its original container. Keep containers tightly closed when not in use. Protect from freezing.
Store between 40oF and 120oF.
8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Exposure Controls: Mechanical exhaust
Personal Protection: Safety glasses and rubber gloves should be worn to minimize contact with this material. Use
of a NIOSH approved vapor respirator is recommended when chance of mist exists. A source of clean water
should be available in work area for flushing eyes and skin.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance: Water white to light amber liquid
Odor: Amine odor
Boiling Point: 212oF
Melting Point: Not applicable
Vapor Pressure (mm/Hg): No data available
Vapor Density (Air = 1): No data available
Solubility in Water: 100%
Specific Gravity (H20 = 1): 1.04
Evaporation Rate (n-Butyl Acetate = 1): <1.0
10. Stability and Reactivity
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions
Conditions to Avoid: Freezing and temperatures above 120oF
Incompatibility (materials to avoid): Salts and acids may coagulate product
Hazardous Decomposition or By-products: May yield carbon monoxide and/or carbon dioxide
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
11. Toxicological Information
Components Oral LD50 Dermal LD50 Inhalation LC50
(rat) (rabbit) (rat)
No Data Available
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12. Ecological Information
No exact data available
13. Disposal Considerations
Dispose of in accordance with all federal, state, and local regulations. If uncertain of local requirements, contact
the proper environmental authorities for disposal.
This material does not meet RCRA鈥檚 characteristic definition of ignitability, corrosivity, or reactivity, and is not
listed in 40 CFR 261.33. The toxicity characteristic (TC), however has not been evaluated by the Toxicity Char-
acteristic Leaching procedure (TCLP).
14. Transportation Information
For U S National Shipments:
Shipping Description: Non-Regulated Material
Emergency Response Guide Number: Not applicable
Hazard Class: Not applicable
15. Regulatory Information
OSHA: This material is hazardous under the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard.
CERCLA Reportable Quantity: No R.Q.
SARA Title III:
Section 311/312 hazard categories: Acute health, delayed health
Section 313 reportable ingredients:
Components CAS # Maximum %
Diethylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether 111-77-3 5
(Glycol Ether Category)
N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone 872-50-4 5
16. Other Information
MSDS Status: Revised 1/7/03
Industrial Abbreviation Legend on page 4 of this MSDS.
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Industrial Abbreviation Legend
mg/m 3
ACGIH American Conference of Governmental Industrial milligrams per cubic meter
NIOSH National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
Hygienists
NTP National Toxicology Program
CAA Clean Air Act (EPA)
CERCLA Comprehensive Environmental Response, OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration
PEL Permissible Exposure Limit
Compensation & Liability Act of 1980 (Superfund) (EPA)
ppm parts per million
CNS Central Nervous System
CWA Clean Water Act (EPA) RCRA Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (EPA)
SARA EPA鈥檚 Superfund Amendment and Reauthorization
DOT Department of Transportation
Act (EPA)
EPA Environmental Protection Agency
g/kg grams per kilogram STEL Short-Term Exposure Limit, ACGIH terminology
TLV Threshold Limit Value
IARC Internal Agency for Research on Cancer
TWA Time-Weighted Average
LC50 Lethal Concentration in which 50% of the test animals are
expected to die
LD50 Lethal Dose in which 50% of the test animals are
expected to die
THIS PRODUCT IS FORMULATED AND LABELED FOR
INDUSTRIAL AND COMMERCIAL APPLICATION ONLY
The information contained herein is given in good faith and based on data considered accurate. However,
no warranty is expressed or implied regarding the accuracy of these data or the results to be obtained from
the use thereof. ChemMasters assumes no responsibility for personal injury or property damage to vend-
ees, users or third parties caused by the material. Such vendees or users assume all risks associated with
4 the use of the material.
This is the last page of this MSDS.
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