MSDS3318
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET GOOSE CHASE/FRUIT SHIELD
DATE: March 25, 2004 Revision No. 1
NAME AND ADDRESS: Bird-X Inc.
300 N. Elizabeth St.
Chicago, IL 60607 USA
EMERGENCY PHONE Nos.: Business Hours 312-226-2473
Non-Business Hours 509-924-7967
Section 1. IDENTITY
Chemical Name: Methyl anthranilate
Other Names: 2-Aminobenzoic acid methyl ester
Trade Names: Goose Chase & Fruit Shield
Chemical Family: Aromatic amino acid ester
CAS No.: 134-20-3
Percent: 26.4%, (Inert ingredients 73.6%)
Section 2. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Physical Form: Emulsified Liquid
Boiling Point: Emulsion 212掳F(100掳C); Active ingredient 492掳F (256掳C)
Freezing point: Emulsion 32掳F (0掳C); Active ingredient 75掳F(24掳C)
Density(Specific Gravity) 1.043
Vapor Pressure: <1 mm Hg
Vapor Density: No applicable information has been found.
Solubility in Water: Complete as an emulsion
Other Solvents: Isopropyl alcohol, methanol, ethanol
% Volatiles by Volume: 25% maximum
Evaporation Rate: 100% in 10 days under direct UV light (sunlight)
Appearance and Odor: White Liquid that may develop, pink or brown coloration
without color streaks when properly mixed.
Yellowish crystals may form below 50掳F(10掳C).
Strong grape-like or flowery odor
Section 3. PHYSICAL HAZARDS
Fire Hazard:
Flash Point: >212掳C
Flammable Limits: No applicable information has been found.
Extinguishing Media: CO2 and ABC Dry powder
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:
Wear positive self contained breathing apparatus with full eye protection.
Unusual Fire Hazards:
None Known
Explosion Hazard:
Not Explosive. However, containers may explode if exposed to extreme heat
Reactivity:
Stability: Stable
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Incompatibility and Conditions to Avoid: Oxidizing materials,
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Section 3. PHYSICAL HAZARDS 鈥? Cont.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
May be toxic.
May emit fumes of Carbon monoxide,
Carbon dioxide or Oxides of Nitrogen
NFPA Ratings (Scale 0-4)
Health=0, Fire=1, Reactivity=0
Section 4. HEALTH HAZARDS
Classified as Generally Recognized as Safe(GRAS) under 21CFR182.6
Other Data from Hazardous Substance Data Bank(HSDB) No.1008 & RTECS
Acute Toxicity:
Oral: Low - LD50: Rat 3000 mg/Kg; Mouse 3900 mg/Kg
Eye: Moderate Irritant.
Skin: Mild Irritant.
Absorbtion: No applicable information has been found..
Inhalation: Rat data shows no acute toxicity.
Chronic Toxicity:
No applicable information has been found.
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure:
Eye: Stinging or burning of eyes and lids, watering of eyes, conjunctivitis.
Skin: Burning, Itching, tingling
Absorption: No applicable information found
Ingestion: No applicable information has been found.
Inhalation: Shortness of Breath, Headache,
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure:
No applicable information found
Section 5. PRIMARY ROUTES OF ENTRY:
Ingestion, inhalation, absorption, skin contact.
Section 6. EXPOSURE LIMITS
None Set by OSHA ACGIH or NIOSH
Section 7. LISTED CARCINOGEN
Not Listed
Negative Mutagen in Ames Test.
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Section 8. PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE
Storage:
Do not store near open flames or oxidizing agents.
Do not store at temperatures below 50掳F (10掳C) or above 110掳F (43掳C).
Usage:
Shake or mix thoroughly before dilution for use
Hygienic Practices:
Use standard Agricultural and Industrial safety practices for an
eye irritant Organic Chemical. Avoid exposure. Do Not Take Internally
Protective Measures During Repair and Maintenance of Contaminated Equipment:
Use standard Agricultural and Industrial safety practices for an
eye irritant Organic Chemical
Spills and Leaks Procedures:
Use Respiratory Protection and Protective Clothing.
Absorb with inert materials.
Dispose in accordance with Federal State and local regulations.
Wash spill site with water after absorption material has been removed.
Section 9. CONTROL MEASURES - EMPLOYEE PROTECTION
Engineering Controls:
Ventilation: Mix in well ventilated area (local exhaust preferable), in out-of-doors.
Work Practices:
Personal Protective Equipment:
Respiratory Protection:
Use a respirator (MISHA)/NIOSH)
approval number TC-21C) approved for organic vapors, fumes and mists
in areas laden with vapor.
Protective Clothing:
Use Rubber Gloves and cover arms and legs
Eye Protection
Safety glasses or goggles with unperforated side shields.
Additional Protective Measures:
Avoid all contact. Protection from eye and skin contact is mandatory,
Protective equipment to prevent inhalation is mandatory,
Use with adequate ventilation and use a respirator .
Wash skin and clothing thoroughly with soap and warm
water after handling or contamination.
Safety shower and eye wash.
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Section 10. EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES
Remove contaminated clothing immediately and launder before reuse.
Discard contaminated shoes.
No specific medical information has been found.
Seek Medical Attention at Once if unusual symptoms arise.
Eye Contact:
Immediately flush with plenty of water for at least fifteen minutes.
Seek Medical Attention at Once
Skin Contact:
Thoroughly wash with soap and water, while removing contaminated clothing.
Seek Medical Attention at Once if unusual symptoms arise
Inhalation:
Remove to fresh air. If not breathing give mouth to mouth resuscitation.
If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Seek Medical Attention at Once
Ingestion:
Call a physician or Poison Control Center.
Drink 1 or 2 glasses of water and induce vomiting.
Do not induce vomiting or give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Seek Medical Attention at Once
Section 11. REGULATORY INFORMATION
CERCLA
Ratings (Scale 0-3) Health=2, Fire=1, Reactivity=0, Persistence=1
DOT
Shipping Classification Chemicals, NOI (not regulated)
Other
GRAS Registry No. USFDA 21 CFR 182-10 No. 2682
TPIN 1998E061868
The information contained herein is based on the data available to us and is believed to be
correct as of the date prepared. The manufacturer, however, makes no warranty, expressed or
implied regarding the accuracy of these data or the results to be obtained from the use thereof.
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