Material Safety Data Sheet
HMIS
NFPA Personal Protective Equipment
Health Hazard
2
3 Fire Hazard
3
2 0
Reactivity
0 See Section 15.
Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification Page Number: 1
Catalog
Cascara Sagrada Fluid Extract CA202
Common Name/
Number(s).
Trade Name
Mixture.
CAS#
Manufacturer Not applicable.
RTECS
SPECTRUM LABORATORY PRODUCTS INC.
14422 S. SAN PEDRO STREET TSCA 8(b) inventory: Ethyl
TSCA
alcohol 200 Proof
GARDENA, CA 90248
Not available.
Commercial Name(s) Not applicable.
CI#
Cascara Fluid Extract, USP
Synonym
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
Cascara Sagrada Fluid Extract
Chemical Name CHEMTREC (24hr) 800-424-9300
Aliphatic alcohol or glycol. (Solvent.) CALL (310) 516-8000
Chemical Family
Not applicable.
Chemical Formula
SPECTRUM LABORATORY PRODUCTS INC.
Supplier
14422 S. SAN PEDRO STREET
GARDENA, CA 90248
Section 2.Composition and Information on Ingredients
Exposure Limits
3
STEL (mg/m3) CEIL (mg/m3)
Name CAS # TWA (mg/m ) % by Weight
1) Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof 64-17-5 1900 18-20
Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof:
Toxicological Data
ORAL (LD50): Acute: 7060 mg/kg [Rat.]. 3450 mg/kg [Mouse].
on Ingredients
Acute: 20000 ppm 8 hours [Rat]. 39000 mg/m3 4 hours [Mouse].
VAPOR (LC50):
Section 3. Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation. Slightly hazardous
in case of skin contact (permeator).
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified PROVEN by State of California Proposition 65 [Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof]. Classified
Potential Chronic Health
A4 (Not classifiable for human or animal.) by ACGIH [Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof].
Effects
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Mutagenic for mammalian somatic cells. [Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof]. Mutagenic for bacteria
and/or yeast. [Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof].
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified PROVEN for human [Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof].
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Classified Development toxin [PROVEN] [Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof]. Classified
Reproductive system/toxin/male [POSSIBLE] [Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof].
The substance is toxic to blood, the reproductive system, liver, upper respiratory tract, skin, central nervous system (CNS).
Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage.
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Section 4. First Aid Measures
Eye Contact Check for and remove any contact lenses. Immediately flush eyes with running water for at least 15 minutes,
keeping eyelids open. Cold water may be used. Get medical attention.
Skin Contact In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Remove
contaminated clothing and shoes. Cold water may be used.Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes
before reuse. Get medical attention.
Serious Skin Contact Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek medical
attention.
Inhalation If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get
medical attention if symptoms appear.
Serious Inhalation Evacuate the victim to a safe area as soon as possible. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or
waistband. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation. Seek medical attention.
Ingestion Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Get medical attention if
symptoms appear.
Serious Ingestion Not available.
Section 5. Fire and Explosion Data
Flammable.
Flammability of the Product
The lowest known value is 363掳C (685.4掳F) (Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof).
Auto-Ignition Temperature
CLOSED CUP: 25.556掳C (78掳F).
Flash Points
The greatest known range is LOWER: 3.3% UPPER: 19% (Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof)
Flammable Limits
These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2).
Products of Combustion
Highly flammable in presence of open flames and sparks, of heat.
Fire Hazards in Presence of
Slightly flammable to flammable in presence of oxidizing materials.
Various Substances
Non-flammable in presence of shocks.
Explosion Hazards in Presence Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
of Various Substances
Slightly explosive in presence of oxidizing materials, of acids.
Flammable liquid, soluble or dispersed in water.
Fire Fighting Media
SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
and Instructions
LARGE FIRE: Use alcohol foam, water spray or fog.
Containers should be grounded. CAUTION: MAY BURN WITH NEAR INVISIBLE FLAME Vapor may travel
Special Remarks on
considerable distance to source of ignition and flash back. (Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof)
Fire Hazards
Special Remarks on Explosion Ethanol has an explosive reaction with the oxidized coating around potassium metal.
Ethanol ignites and then explodes on contact with acetic anhydride + sodium hydrosulfate (ignites and may
Hazards
explode), disulfuric acid + nitric acid, phosphorous(III) oxide platinum, potassium-tert-butoxide+ acids.
Ethanol forms explosive products in reaction with the following
compound : ammonia + silver nitrate (forms silver nitride and silver fulminate), iodine + phosphorus (forms ethane
iodide), magnesium perchlorate (forms ethyl perchlorate), mercuric nitrate, nitric acid + silver (forms silver
fulminate) silver nitrate (forms ethyl nitrate) silver(I) oxide + ammonia or hydrazine (forms
silver nitride and silver fulminate), sodium (evolves hydrogen gas).
(Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof)
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Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill Dilute with water and mop up, or absorb with an inert dry material and place in an appropriate waste disposal
container.
Large Spill Flammable liquid.
Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Stop leak if without risk. Absorb with DRY earth,
sand or other non-combustible material. Do not touch spilled material. Prevent entry into sewers, basements or
confined areas; dike if needed. Be careful that the product is not present at a concentration level above TLV.
Check TLV on the MSDS and with local authorities.
Section 7. Handling and Storage
Keep locked up.. Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Ground all equipment containing
Precautions
material. Do not ingest. Do not breathe gas/fumes/ vapor/spray. Wear suitable protective clothing. In case of
insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and
show the container or the label. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Light Sensitive. Store in light-resistant container. Store in a segregated and approved area. Keep container in a
Storage
cool, well-ventilated area. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Avoid all possible sources
of ignition (spark or flame).
Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapors below their
respective threshold limit value. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are proximal to the
work-station location.
Personal Protection Splash goggles. Lab coat. Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
Gloves.
Personal Protection in Case of Splash goggles. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be
a Large Spill used to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist
BEFORE handling this product.
Exposure Limits Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof
TWA: 1000 (ppm) from ACGIH (TLV) [United States] [1999]
TWA: 1000 (ppm) from OSHA (PEL) [United States]
TWA: 1900 (mg/m3) from OSHA (PEL) [United States]
TWA: 1000 (ppm) from NIOSH
TWA: 1000 (ppm) [United Kingdom (UK)]
TWA: 1920 (mg/m3) [United Kingdom (UK)]
TWA: 1000 STEL: 1250 (ppm) [Canada]
Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state and appearance Liquid. Not available.
Odor
Not available.
Taste
Not applicable.
Molecular Weight
Not available.
Color
Not available.
pH (1% soln/water)
The lowest known value is 78.5掳C (173.3掳F) (Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof).
Boiling Point
May start to solidify at -114.1掳C (-173.4掳F) based on data for: Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof.
Melting Point
The lowest known value is 243掳C (469.4掳F) (Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof).
Critical Temperature
The only known value is 0.789 (Water = 1) (Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof).
Specific Gravity
The highest known value is 5.7 kPa (@ 20掳C) (Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof).
Vapor Pressure
The highest known value is 1.59 (Air = 1) (Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof).
Vapor Density
Not available.
Volatility
The highest known value is 100 ppm (Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof)
Odor Threshold
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Not available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.
Not available.
Ionicity (in Water)
See solubility in water, methanol, diethyl ether, acetone.
Dispersion Properties
Easily soluble in cold water, hot water.
Solubility
Soluble in methanol, diethyl ether, acetone.
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity Data
The product is stable.
Stability
Not available.
Instability Temperature
Heat, ignition sources, incompatibles
Conditions of Instability
Slightly reactive to reactive with oxidizing agents, acids, alkalis.
Incompatibility with various
substances
Non-corrosive in presence of glass.
Corrosivity
Ethanol rapidly absorbs moisture from the air.
Special Remarks on
Can react vigorously with oxiders.
Reactivity
The following oxidants have been demonstrated to undergo vigorous/explosive reaction with ethanol: barium
perchlorate, bromine pentafluoride, calcium hypochlorite, chloryl perchlorate, chromium trioxide, chromyl chloride,
dioxygen difluoride, disulfuryl difluoride, fluorine nitrate, hydrogen peroxide, iodine heptafluoride, nitric acid nitrosyl
perchlorate, perchloric acid permanganic acid, peroxodisulfuric acid, potassium dioxide, potassium perchlorate,
potassium permanganate, ruthenium(VIII) oxide, silver perchlorate, silver peroxide, uranium hexafluoride, uranyl
perchlorate.
Ethanol reacts violently/expodes with the following compounds: acetyl bromide (evolves hydrogen bromide)
acetyl chloride, aluminum, sesquibromide ethylate, ammonium hydroxide & silver oxide, chlorate, chromic
anhydride, cyanuric acid + water, dichloromethane + sulfuric acid + nitrate (or) nitrite, hydrogen peroxide +
sulfuric acid, iodine + methanol + mercuric oxide, manganese perchlorate + 2,2-dimethoxy propane,
perchlorates, permanganates + sulfuric acid, potassium superoxide, potassium tert-butoxide, silver & nitric acid,
silver perchlorate, sodium hydrazide, sulfuric acid + sodium dichromate, tetrachlorisilane + water.
Ethanol is also incompatible with platinium, and sodium. (Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof)
Not available.
Special Remarks on
Corrosivity
Will not occur.
Polymerization
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Routes of Entry Absorbed through skin. Eye contact. Inhalation.
Toxicity to Animals Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 18158 mg/kg (Mouse) (Calculated value for the mixture).
Chronic Effects on Humans CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified PROVEN by State of California Proposition 65 [Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof].
Classified A4 (Not classifiable for human or animal.) by ACGIH [Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof].
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Mutagenic for mammalian somatic cells. [Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof]. Mutagenic for
bacteria and/or yeast. [Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof].
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified PROVEN for human [Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof].
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Classified Development toxin [PROVEN] [Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof]. Classified
Reproductive system/toxin/male [POSSIBLE] [Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof].
Other Toxic Effects on Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation.
Humans Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (permeator).
Special Remarks on Not available.
Toxicity to Animals
Special Remarks on May affect genetic material (mutagenic)
Chronic Effects on Humans Causes adverse reproductive effects and birth defects (teratogenic) , based on moderate to heavy consumption.
May cause cancer based on animal data.
Human: passes through the placenta, excreted in maternal milk. (Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof)
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Special Remarks on other Acute potential health effects:
Toxic Effects on Humans Skin: causes skin irritation
Eyes: causes eye irritation
Ingestion: May affect behavior. Moderately toxic and narcotic in high concentrations. May affect metabolism,
gastrointestinal tract, blood, liver.
May affect respiratory tract, cardiovascular and urinary systems.
Experimentaly tumorigen.
Inhalation: May cause irritation of the respiratory tract, headache, drowsiness, nausea, narcosis. (Ethyl alcohol
200 Proof)
Section 12. Ecological Information
Not available.
Ecotoxicity
Not available.
BOD5 and COD
Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may
Products of Biodegradation
arise.
The product itself and its products of degradation are not toxic.
Toxicity of the Products
of Biodegradation
Not available.
Special Remarks on the
Products of Biodegradation
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental
Waste Disposal
control regulations.
Section 14. Transport Information
DOT Classification CLASS 3: Flammable liquid.
: Ethanol solution (Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof) UNNA: 1170 PG: III
Identification
Not available.
Special Provisions for
Transport
DOT (Pictograms)
Section 15. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms
California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to
Federal and State
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm, which would require a warning under the statute: Ethyl
Regulations
alcohol 200 Proof
California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to
cause birth defects which would require a warning under the statute: Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof
California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to
cause cancer which would require a warning under the statute: Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof
Rhode Island RTK hazardous substances: Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof
Pennsylvania RTK: Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof
Florida: Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof
Massachusetts RTK: Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof
New Jersey: Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof
TSCA 8(b) inventory: Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof
California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found
California
to cause cancer which would require a warning under the statute: Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof
Proposition 65
Warnings
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California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found
to cause birth defects which would require a warning under the statute: Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof
Other Regulations OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
CLASS B-2: Flammable liquid with a flash point lower than 37.8掳C (100掳F).
Other Classifications WHMIS (Canada)
CLASS D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (VERY TOXIC).
DSCL (EEC) R11- Highly flammable. S2- Keep out of the reach of children.
Health Hazard
HMIS (U.S.A.) 2 National Fire Protection Flammability
3
Association (U.S.A.)
Fire Hazard
3
0
2
Health Reactivity
Reactivity
0
Specific hazard
Personal Protection
h
WHMIS (Canada)
(Pictograms)
DSCL (Europe)
(Pictograms)
TDG (Canada)
(Pictograms)
3
ADR (Europe)
(Pictograms)
Protective Equipment Gloves.
Lab coat.
Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an
approved/certified respirator or
equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator
when ventilation is inadequate.
Splash goggles.
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Section 16. Other Information
C3655
MSDS Code
Not available.
References
Other Special Not available.
Considerations
Validated by Sonia Owen on 8/11/2006. Verified by Sonia Owen.
Printed 9/11/2006.
CALL (310) 516-8000
Notice to Reader
All chemicals may pose unknown hazards and should be used with caution. This Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) applies only to the material as packaged. If this product is
combined with other materials, deteriorates, or becomes contaminated, it may pose hazards not mentioned in this MSDS. It shall be the user's responsibility to develop proper
methods of handling and personal protection based on the actual conditions of use. While this MSDS is based on technical data judged to be reliable, Spectrum Quality Products,
Inc. assumes no responsibility for the completeness or accuracy of the information contained herein.
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