MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Manufacturer: Schaeffer Mfg. Company Emergency Response Number:
Address: 102 Barton Street 314-865-4105 or
Address St. Louis, MO 63104 800-325-9962
SECTION 1 鈥? PRODUCT INFORMATION
Chemical Family: Azole Based Biocides Trade Name: #285 Fuel Shock
Formula: Proprietary Formulation
SECTION 2 鈥? HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
COMPONENTS-CHEMICAL NAMES AND COMMON CAS Exposure Limits
NAMES Number % TVL
mg/m3
ppm
Aromatic Hydrocarbon Solvent 64742-95-6 >30 100 NE
2-(Thiocyanomethelylthio) Benzothiazole 21564-17-0 2.5 NE NE
Methylene bi 5 (tiocyanate) 6317-18-6 2.5 NE NE
Section 3 鈥? PHYSICAL DATA
Boiling Point: Specific Gravity: 1.03
212掳F/100掳C
Vapor Pressure (mm, Hg): Not Determined % Volatile: Not Determined
Vapor Density (Air = 1): Not Determined Evaporation Rate: (=1) Not Determined
Solubility in Water: Dispersible pH: Not Applicable
Appearance and Odor: Light amber liquid, slight odor
SECTION 4 - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash Point (Method) 掳F/掳C: 158掳F/70掳C Flammability Limits UEL & LEL ----Not Applicable
Tag Closed Up
Extinguishing Media: Carbon dioxide foam, dry chemical foam, waterfog.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Wearing self contained breathing apparatus is required. Water spray may be used to cool containers
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards: None
SECTION 5 - REACTIVITY HAZARD DATA
STABILITY [X] STABLE [ ]UNSTABLE Hazardous Decomposition [ ] WILL [X] WILL NOT OCCUR
Conditions to Avoid: Do not heat above 50掳C/122掳F. Stable at 25掳C/77掳F for greater than 6 months; Stable at 50掳C/122掳F for greater
than 30 days; Stable at less than 4掳C/39掳F for greater than 6 months.
Incompatibility (Mat. to avoid): Strong alkalies, acids or oxidizers
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Cyanide salts are formed when product contacts strong alkali. Thermal decomposites produce
hydrogen cyanide, sulfur dioxide and oxidized carbon and nitrogen.
Conditions to Avoid: None
SECTION 6 - HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Threshold Limit Value and Sources: Unknown. None established by OSHA & ACGIH.
Acute Effects of Overexposure:
Ingestion: Harmful or fatal if swallowed. Nausea, dizziness and difficulty in breathing.
Eye Contact: Corrosive to the eyes with possible permanent damage depending on the length of exposure.
Skin Contact: Moderate to severe skin irritation. Product can be absorbed through skin. Corrosive effects to skin may occur.
Inhalation: Breathing of mists and vapors can cause irritation and corrosion of mucous membranes and lungs.
CHRONIC EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE: None currently known
Emergency and First Aid Procedures:
Swallowing: Do not induce vomiting. Rinse with copious amounts of water of milk first. If victim is conscious, give 1 to 2 glassed
of water or milk to drink. Seek medical attention immediately. Do not give anything in mouth if victim is semi-
comatose, comatose, or convulsing.
Skin: Wash exposed area with plenty of soap and water. Repeat washing. Remove contaminated clothing and wash
thoroughly before reuse. If irritation persists seek medical attention.
Inhalation: Remove victim to fresh air. If breathing is labored administer oxygen. If breathing has stopped start artificial
respiration immediately.
Eyes: Flush eyes with copious amounts of clear, cool, clean water for 15 minutes. Seek medical attention immediately
SECTION 7 鈥? SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
Environmental Impact: Toxic to fish and birds. Do not discharge product into lakes, streams, ponds, public water or into wetlands.
Procedures To Be Taken If Material Is Released or Spilled: Block any potential routes to water system. Recover product by use of
absorbents. Do not flush any products into the sewers.
Waste Disposal Method: Dispose of at an approved waste or disposal site facility in accordance with all applicable federal, state and
local laws and regulations.
SECTION 8 鈥? SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Respiratory Protection: Required for areas where misting may occur.
Ventilation: No special requirement under ordinary conditions of use and with adequate ventilation.
Eye Protection: Goggles or face shield.
Protective Clothing: Rubber gloves or neoprene gloves. Body protective clothing is required.
Date Prepared: 4/30/04 OF-1049 Rev. (1999)
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SECTION 9 鈥? SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Precautions To Be Taken In Handling and Storage: Do not store or heat above 112掳F/50掳C. Keep containers closed when not in use.
Do not store near food or feed products.
Special Comments: Workmen handling this product or material treated with this product should wear impervious gloves, goggles or face
shield and protective clothing. All protective clothing, work shoes, boots and equipment must be left at work site at the end of the day.
Eating, drinking, and smoking during use of this product is prohibited. Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Launder
contaminated clothing before reuse.
SECTION 10 鈥? ADDITIONAL HEALTH AND TOXICOLOGICAL DATA
HMIS & NFPA Ratings: Health = 3 Fire = 2 Reactivity = 1
This product is a potential skin sensitizer. It is toxic by ingestion, higher toxic by inhalation of mists and is corrosive to skin
and eyes.
This product does not contain any of the chemicals listed on the National Toxicology Program Annual Reports on
Carcinogens, The International Agency for Cancer Research Monographs and OSHA鈥檚 1910.10 Subpart Z List.
This product does not contain any of the chemicals found on SARA Title III Section 302 and 313 Lists or on the CERCLA
or RCRA Lists.
This product does not contain any chemicals that are found on the State of California鈥檚 Proposition 65 List for chemicals
classified as potential reproductive or cancer causing agent.
Although the information and recommendations set forth herein (hereafter referred to as information) are presented in
good faith and believed to be accurate and factual as of the date hereof, Schaeffer Mfg. Company makes no
representation as to the completeness or accuracy thereof. Information is supplied upon the condition that the person
receiving the same will make their own determination as to its safety and suitability for their purposes prior to use. In
no event will Schaeffer Mfg. Company be responsible for damages of any natures whatsoever resulting from the use
or reliance upon information. No representation or warranty, either expressed or implied, of merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose is made with respect to information of the product to which the information
refers.
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