Material Safety Data Sheet
Dixon Fluoresecent Highlighters
1. Chemical product and Company Identification
Company Identification Dixon Ticonderoga Company Date prepared: May 7, 2003
195 International Parkway Last revised: May 22, 2006
Heathrow, FL 32746-5036
Telephone: 800-824-9430 Emergency call: 800-824-9430
Dixon Fluoresecent Highlighters
Product Name
Product Code(s) 47025, 47026, 47027, 47028, 47029, 47030, 47032, 47033, 47034, 47035, 47039
2. Composition/Information On Ingredients
Component CAS Reg. No Percent Weight
Products bearing the CP Certified Products or AP Approved Products seals of the Art and Creative Materials Institute's, Inc.
are certified in a program of toxicological evaluation by a medical expert, subject to review by the Institute's Toxicological
Advisory Board, to contain no materials in sufficient quantities to be toxic or injurious to humans or cause acute or chronic
health problems. Conforms to ASTM D-4236
This product is not considered to be a hazardous substance as defined under OSHA's Hazard Communication
Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200)
3. Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview Not an acute hazard- conforms to ASTM D-4236
CAUTION!
Packaging may be subject to ignition by fire and may release toxic or other irritating gases
4. First Aid Measures
Eye Contact Flush eyes large amounts of water for at least fifteen minutes. Contact physician
Skin Contact Wash skin with soap and water. Seek medical attention in the unlikely event that irritation occurs
Ingestion Unlikely to be toxic by ingestion, but seek medical attention
Inhalation If symptomatic, move to fresh air and seek medical attention
5. Fire Fighting Measures
Extinguishing Media Carbon dioxide, dry chemical or foam recommended. Apply water to cool exposed closed containers
Special Fire Fighting Procedures Self contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full protective equipment recommended
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards Packaging may be subject to ignition by fire and may release toxic gases
Flammability Data
Flash Point No data HMIS Ratings
Health 1
Flammability limits No data
Flammability 1
Auto-ignition temperature No data
Reactivity 0
Dust cloud ignition temperature No data
Dust layer ignition temperature No data Protective Equipment A
6. Accidental Release Measures
Small spill Sweep or wipe up material. Place spilled material into appropriate waste containers for disposal
Large spill Sweep or wipe up material. Place spilled material into appropriate waste containers for disposal
7. Handling and Storage
Handling Contents will stain. The use of smocks and gloves to protect personal clothing is suggested.
Wash hands and surface after use.
Storing Do not store near heat or open flame
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8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls The use of local ventilation is recommended
Personal protection No special skin protection required. Wash skin if irritation is experienced.
Eye protection is recommended
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State Solid
Appearance Plastic barrel with ink filler
Color Various colors
Odor Slight alcohol
pH No data
Specific gravity No data
Boiling point No data
Freezing/melting point No data
Evaporation rate No data
Solubility No data
Volatility No data
10. Stability and Reactivity
General This product is stable and hazardous polymerization will not occur
Incompatibility None known
Hazardous decompositionAs with all burning organic matter, carbon monoxide and other toxic fumes may be released
11. Toxicological Information
Acute/Chronic Toxicity Products bearing the CP Certified Products or AP Approved products seals of the Art and Creative
Carcinogenicity Material's Institute are certified in a program of toxicological evaluation by a medical expert, subject to
Mutagenicity review by the Institute's Toxicological Advisory Board to contain no materials in sufficient quantities
to be toxic or injurious to humans or cause acute or chronic health problems. Conforms to ASTM D-4236
12. Ecological Information
This product has not been evaluated for overall environmental effects
13. Disposal Considerations
Contain and place in approved container. Dispose of per Local, State, and Federal regulations
14. Transportation Information
DOT Classification Not regulated (US) UN/NA Number Not regulated
TDG Classsification Not regulated (Canada) IMO/IMDG Classification Not regulated
ADR/RID Classification Not regulated (Europe) ICAO/IATA Classification Not regulated
15. Regulatory Information
OSHA Hazard Communication Status This product is not considered to be a hazardous substance under OSHA's
Federal Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200
Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Status All ingredients of this material has been reported to the US EPA and are
included in the TSCA inventory
16. Other Information
For further product safety information call 800-824-9430 Validated and Verified by Dixon Ticonderoga Co.
May 22,2006
This information contained herein is based on data considered accurate. However no warranty is expressed or implied regarding the accuracy of
these data or results obtained from the use thereof. Dixon Ticonderoga company assumes no responsibility for personal damage caused by the
M-03
product. Users assume all risks associated with use.
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