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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1 PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product Name: Snake-A-Way
Synonyms: Not applicable
Molecular Formula: Not applicable
Molecular Weight: Not applicable
Product Number: FIN 362; 363; 364; 3644; 36448; 366; 364PC
Emergency Telephone: 1-800-299-6288
Supplier:
Dr. T鈥檚 Nature Products, Inc.
P. O. Box 682, 2658 US Hwy 19 North
Pelham, GA 31779
Intended Use: Snake repellent
2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Emergency Overview
Physical State: Solid
Color: Light tan
Odor: Mothball
WARNING!
Harmful if swallowed.
Causes skin and eye irritation.
May cause allergic skin reaction.
Dust or vapor causes irritation to eyes and respiratory tract.
Potential Health Effects
Inhalation: Causes irritation. Inhalation of dust or vapors can cause headache, nausea, vomiting,
and disorientation.
Eye Contact: Causes irritation. Exposure may cause eye tearing, redness and discomfort
Skin Contact: Causes irritation. May cause sensitization by skin contact. Exposure may cause
redness, itching and inflammation.
Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed. May cause systemic effects. Extremely large oral dosages may
produce gastrointestinal disturbances.
Chronic Health Effects: Possible cancer hazard 鈥? may cause cancer based on animal data. Repeated or
prolonged exposure can cause target organ damage. Effects may be delayed. Chronic inhalation, skin
absorption or ingestion of naphthalene has caused severe hemolytic anemia.
Target Organ(s): Eye, skin, lung, gastrointestinal tract, blood, CNS, kidney, liver
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OSHA Regulatory Status: Hazardous
3 COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Hazardous component CAS-No. Weight %
sulfur 7704-34-9 28
naphthalene 91-20-3 7
inert ingredients not applicable 65
4 FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation: Move to fresh air. Get medical attention if symptoms occur.
Eye Contact: In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If
easy to do, remove contact lenses, if worn. Get medical attention.
Skin Contact: In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated
clothing and shoes. Get medical attention. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion: If swallowed, induce vomiting as directed by medical personnel. Never give anything by
mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention.
5 FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: None known
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing.
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards: None known
Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon oxides, sulfur oxides
6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precautions: Wear appropriate personal protective equipment. See Section 8.
Spill Cleanup Methods: Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Sweep up and place in a clearly
labeled container for chemical waste. Do not allow material to enter drains or streams.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling: Wear appropriate personal protective equipment. Avoid breathing dust or vapor. Avoid
contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Do not taste or swallow. Use only with adequate ventilation. Wash
thoroughly after handling.
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Prevention of Fire and Explosion: Keep away from strong oxidizing agents. Minimize dust generation
and accumulation. In the United States of America, refer to NFPA庐 Pamphlet No. 654, 鈥淧revention of
Fire and Dust Explosions in the Chemical, Dye, Pharmaceutical, and Plastics Industries.鈥?
Storage: Keep container tightly closed until ready for use. Keep in a cool, well-ventilated place. Keep
away from moisture.
8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Limits:
Chemical Name Source Type Exposure Limits Notes
Naphthalene ACGIH TWA 10 ppm Irritation;
ocular; blood
Naphthalene ACGIH STEL 15 ppm Irritation;
ocular; blood
Naphthalene OSHA Z-1 TWA 10 ppm --
Naphthalene NIOSH IDLH 250 ppm --
Engineering Controls: Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls
to keep airborne contaminants below established exposure limits.
Respiratory Protection: If engineering controls do not keep airborne concentrations below established
exposure limits, wear a NIOSH-approved respirator equipped with high-efficiency particulate filter(s).
Contact health and safety professionals for specific information.
Eye Protection: Wear safety glasses with side shields (or goggles).
Hand Protection: Wear protective gloves and clothing. Contact health and safety professionals for
additional information.
Skin Protection: Wear disposable coveralls, lab coat, or apron to prevent skin contact.
Hygiene Measures: Eye bath, washing facilities
9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Color: Light tan
Odor: Mothball
Odor Threshold: No data available
Physical State: Solid
pH: No data available
Boiling Point: 444潞C (831潞F)
Melting Point: No data available
Flash Point: Not applicable, combustible solid
Evaporation Rate: No data available
Flammability Limit 鈥? Upper (%): Not applicable
Flammability Limit 鈥? Lower (%): Not applicable
Vapor Pressure: 0.04 mmHg @ 21潞C
Vapor Density (Air=1): No data available
Specific Gravity: 0.432
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Solubility in Water: Insoluble
Solubility (Other): No data available
Partition Coefficient (n-Octanol/water): No data available
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable
Decomposition Temperature: No data available
10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable
Conditions to Avoid: The reaction between water and molten naphthalene may be violent.
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides; sulfur oxides
Hazardous Polymerizations: Will not occur.
11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Specified Substances
Acute Toxicity
Chemical Name Test Results
Napththalene Eye (Rabbit): Mild
Naphthalene Skin (Rabbit): Mild
Naphthalene Dermal LD50 (Rat): >2500 mg/kg
Naphthalene Oral LD50 (Rat): 490 mg/kg
Inhalation LC50 (Rat): >340 mg/m3/1H
Naphthalene
Sulfur Eye (Human): Irritant 8 ppm
Sulfur Oral Lethal Dose (Rat): >8437 mg/kg
Listed Carcinogens:
Chemical Name IARC NTP OSHA ACGIH
Naphthalene 2B (Possible A4 (Not
Anticipated
carcinogenic classifiable as a
carcinogen
human carcinogen)
to humans)
12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
This material has not been tested for environmental effects.
13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
General Information: Dispose in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Disposal Methods: No specific disposal method required.
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Container: Since emptied containers retain product residue, follow label warnings even after container is
emptied.
14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT: Not Regulated
Reportable Quantity: (Naphthalene 1428 lbs; 648 kg)
Not Regulated
TDG:
IATA: Not Regulated
IMDG: Not Regulated
15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
Canadian Controlled Products Regulations: This product has been classified according to the hazard
criteria of the Canadian Controlled Products Regulations, Section 33, and the MSDS contains all required
information.
WHMIS Classification: D1B, D2A, D2B
Inventory Status
This product or all components are listed on the following inventory: TSCA, DSL
US Regulations
CERCLA Hazardous Substance List (40 CFR 302.4):
Component Reportable Quantity
Naphthalene 100 lbs
SARA Title III
Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substance (40 CFR 355, Appendix A): None
Section 311/312 (40 CFR 370):
X Acute (Immediate) X Chronic (Delayed) Fire Reactive Pressure
Generating
Section 313 Toxic Release Inventory (40 CFR 372):
Component CAS No. Concentration
Naphthalene 91-20-3 99.95%
Clean Air Act (CCA) Section 112, 1990 Amendments, Statutory Hazardous Air Pollutants:
Naphthalene
Clean Air Act (CAA) Section 112(i) High-Risk Hazardous Air Pollutants (40CFR 63.74): None
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Clean Air Act (CAA) Section 112(r) Accidental Release Prevention (40CFR 68.130): None
Clean Water Act Section 307 Toxic Pollutants (40 CFR 401.15): Naphthalene
Clean Water Act Section 311 Hazardous Chemical (40 CFR 116.4): Naphthalene
Clean Water Act Section 311 Hazardous Substances (40 CFR 117.3): Naphthalene
Drug Enforcement Act:
Drug Enforcement Administration (21 CFR 1310.02(b) and 1310.04 (f)(2)): None
Drug Enforcement Administration (21 CFR 1310.12(c)): None
TSCA:
TSCA Section 4(a) Final Test Rules & Testing Consent Orders: Naphthalene
TSCA Section 12(B) Export Notification (40 CF$ 707, Subpt D): Naphthalene
State Regulations
California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986 (Proposition 65):
WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer or
reproductive toxicity:
California Prop 65 chemical: Naphthalene
Massachusetts Right-To-Know List: Naphthalene; sulfur
Michigan Critical Materials List (Michigan Natural Resources and Environmental Protection
Act (Act. 451 of 1994)): None
Minnesota Hazardous Substances List: Naphthalene
New Jersey Right-To-Know List: Naphthalene; sulfur
Pennsylvania Right-To-Know List: Naphthalene; sulfur
Rhode Island Right-To-Know List: Naphthalene; sulfur
16 OTHER INFORMATION
Hazard Ratings
Health Hazard Fire Hazard Reactivity Hazard Special Hazard
2 1 0 --
NFPA
Health Hazard Fire Hazard Reactivity Hazard
2* 1 0
HMIS
0 鈥? Minimal; 1 鈥? Slight; 2 鈥? Moderate; 3 鈥? Serious; 4 鈥? Severe; *- Chronic health effect
Revision Information: Remove flammable statements
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Issue Date: 04/04/2006
Supersedes Date: 10/26/2005
Disclaimer: The information in this MSDS was obtained from current and reliable sources. However, the
data is provided without any warranty, expressed or implied, regarding its correctness or accuracy. Since
the conditions of handling, storage and disposal of this product are beyond our control, it is the
responsibility of the user both to determine safe conditions for use of this product and to assume full
responsibility for loss, injury, and expense arising out of products improper use. No warranty expressed
or inferred, regarding the product described in this MSDS shall be created or inferred by any statement in
this MSDS. Various government agencies may have specific regulations regarding the transportation,
handling, storage, use or disposal of this product which may not be covered in this MSDS. The user is
responsible for full compliance.
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