Material Safety Data Sheet
HMIS
NFPA Personal Protective Equipment
Health Hazard
3
2 Fire Hazard
2
2 0
Reactivity
0 See Section 15.
Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification Page Number: 1
Catalog
Benzalkonium Chloride Solution, 50% YY1028, B1068
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: Water;
TSCA
Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof
GARDENA, CA 90248
Not available.
Commercial Name(s) Not applicable.
CI#
Benzalkonium Chloride Solution, 50%
Synonym
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
Not applicable.
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) Benzalkonium chloride 8001-54-5 50
2) Water 7732-18-5 46
3) Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof 64-17-5 1900 4
Benzalkonium chloride:
Toxicological Data
ORAL (LD50): Acute: 240 mg/kg [Rat].
on Ingredients
Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof:
ORAL (LD50): Acute: 7060 mg/kg [Rat.]. 3450 mg/kg [Mouse].
Acute: 20000 ppm 8 hours [Rat]. 39000 mg/m3 4 hours [Mouse].
VAPOR (LC50):
Section 3. Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects Very hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, . Hazardous in case of skin
contact (corrosive), of eye contact (corrosive). Non-corrosive for lungs. Liquid or spray mist may produce
tissue damage particularly on mucous membranes of eyes, mouth and respiratory tract. Skin contact may
produce burns. Inhalation of the spray mist may produce severe irritation of respiratory tract, characterized by
coughing, choking, or shortness of breath. Severe over-exposure can result in death. Inflammation of the eye is
characterized by redness, watering, and itching. Skin inflammation is characterized by itching, scaling, reddening,
or, occasionally, blistering.
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Benzalkonium Chloride Solution, 50%
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified PROVEN by State of California Proposition 65 [Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof].
Potential Chronic Health
Classified A4 (Not classifiable for human or animal.) by ACGIH [Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof].
Effects
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Mutagenic for mammalian somatic cells. [Benzalkonium chloride]. Mutagenic for
bacteria and/or yeast. [Benzalkonium chloride]. 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 Reproductive system/toxin/female, Reproductive system/toxin/male
[POSSIBLE] [Benzalkonium chloride]. 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).
The substance may be toxic to kidneys, heart, gastrointestinal tract, cardiovascular system.
Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage. Repeated or prolonged
contact with spray mist may produce chronic eye irritation and severe skin irritation. Repeated or prolonged
exposure to spray mist may produce respiratory tract irritation leading to frequent attacks of bronchial infection.
Repeated exposure to a highly toxic material may produce general deterioration of health by an accumulation in
one or many human organs.
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 immediately.
Skin Contact In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated
clothing and shoes. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Cold water may be used.Wash clothing before
reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention immediately.
Serious Skin Contact Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek immediate
medical attention.
Inhalation If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get
medical attention immediately.
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 If swallowed, 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 immediately.
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: 56.1掳C (133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
Flammable in presence of open flames and sparks, of heat.
Fire Hazards in Presence of
Non-flammable in presence of shocks, of reducing materials, of combustible materials, of organic materials, of
Various Substances
metals, of acids, of alkalis.
Explosion Hazards in Presence Non-explosive in presence of open flames and sparks, of shocks.
of Various Substances
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. Cool containing vessels with water jet in order to prevent
pressure build-up, autoignition or explosion.
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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)
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. Corrosive liquid. Poisonous 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. Use water spray curtain to divert vapor
drift. Use water spray to reduce vapors. Prevent entry into sewers, basements or confined areas; dike if needed.
Call for assistance on disposal. 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 container dry. Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Ground all
Precautions
equipment containing material. Do not ingest. Do not breathe gas/fumes/ vapor/spray. Never add water to this
product. 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. Keep away from
incompatibles such as oxidizing agents.
Store in a segregated and approved area. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Keep container tightly
Storage
closed and sealed until ready for use. Avoid all possible sources of ignition (spark or flame). Do not store above
25掳C (77掳F).
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 Face shield. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Gloves.
Boots.
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.
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Benzalkonium Chloride Solution, 50%
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state and appearance Liquid. Aromatic. (Slight.)
Odor
Bitter. (Strong.)
Taste
Not applicable.
Molecular Weight
Clear Colorless
Color
Not available
pH (1% soln/water)
The lowest known value is 78.5掳C (173.3掳F) (Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof). Weighted average: 98.28掳C (208.9掳F)
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
0.974 (Water = 1)
Specific Gravity
The highest known value is 5.7 kPa (@ 20掳C) (Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof). Weighted average: 2.57 kPa (@ 20掳C)
Vapor Pressure
>1 (Air = 1)
Vapor Density
50% (w/w).
Volatility
The highest known value is 100 ppm (Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof)
Odor Threshold
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, acetone.
Partially soluble in diethyl ether.
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity Data
The product is stable.
Stability
Not available.
Instability Temperature
Excess heat, ignition sources, incompatible materials
Conditions of Instability
Reactive with oxidizing agents.
Incompatibility with various
Slightly reactive to reactive with acids, alkalis.
substances
Non-corrosive in presence of glass.
Corrosivity
Hygroscopic. Also incompatible with nitrates, anion detergents (Benzalkonium chloride)
Special Remarks on
Reactivity
Not available.
Special Remarks on
Corrosivity
Will not occur.
Polymerization
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Routes of Entry Absorbed through skin. Eye contact.
Toxicity to Animals Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 240 mg/kg [Rat]. (Benzalkonium chloride).
Chronic Effects on Humans
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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. [Benzalkonium chloride]. Mutagenic for
bacteria and/or yeast. [Benzalkonium chloride]. 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 Reproductive system/toxin/female, Reproductive system/toxin/male
[POSSIBLE] [Benzalkonium chloride]. Classified Development toxin [PROVEN] [Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof].
Classified Reproductive system/toxin/male [POSSIBLE] [Ethyl alcohol 200 Proof].
Contains material which may cause damage to the following organs: kidneys, heart, gastrointestinal tract,
cardiovascular system.
Other Toxic Effects on Very hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion, .
Humans Hazardous in case of skin contact (corrosive), of eye contact (corrosive), of inhalation (lung corrosive).
Special Remarks on Not available.
Toxicity to Animals
Special Remarks on May affect genetic material (mutagen) and cause adverse reproductive effects (fetotoxicity, fertility (female))
Chronic Effects on Humans based on laboratory experiments on animals. (Benzalkonium chloride)
Special Remarks on other Acute Potential Health Effects:
Toxic Effects on Humans Skin: Causes skin irritation and skin burns.
Eyes: Causes eye irritation and eye burns.
Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed. Causes gastrointestinal/digestive tract irritation and burns. May affect behavior
(central nervous system depression, depression) and metabolism. May produce burning pains in the mouth,
throat, and abdomen, profuse salivation, muscle weakness. May also affect the respiratory system and
cardiovascular system, liver and kidneys.
Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract and mucous membrane irritation with sore throat, coughing, shortness of
breath, and delayed lung edema. May cause chemical burns to the respiratory tract . High vapor concentrations
may cause nervous system effects.
Chronic Potential Health Effects: May affect material (mutagenic) and may cause adverse reproductive effects.
Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis.
Repeated or prolonged exposure may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. May cause cyanosis of the
skin and lips caused by lack of oxygen.
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 products of degradation are less toxic than the product itself.
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 8: Corrosive material
CLASS 6.1: Poisonous material.
: Corrosive liquids, toxic, n.o.s.(Benzalkonium Chloride, solution, 50%) (Benzalkonium chloride) UNNA: 2922
Identification
PG: III
Not available.
Special Provisions for
Transport
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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: Water; 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 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-3: Combustible liquid with a flash point between 37.8掳C (100掳F) and 93.3掳C
Other Classifications WHMIS (Canada)
(200掳F).
CLASS D-1B: Material causing immediate and serious toxic effects (TOXIC).
CLASS D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (VERY TOXIC).
CLASS E: Corrosive liquid.
DSCL (EEC) R21- Harmful in contact with skin. S26- In case of contact with eyes, rinse
R25- Toxic if swallowed. immediately with plenty of water and seek
R34- Causes burns. medical advice.
S28- After contact with skin, wash immediately
with plenty of water.
S36/37/39- Wear suitable protective clothing,
gloves and eye/face protection.
S45- In case of accident or if you feel unwell,
seek medical advice immediately (show the
label where possible).
S46- If swallowed, seek medical advice
immediately and show this container or label.
Health Hazard
HMIS (U.S.A.) 3 National Fire Protection Flammability
2
Association (U.S.A.)
Fire Hazard
2
0
2
Health Reactivity
Reactivity
0
Specific hazard
Personal Protection
WHMIS (Canada)
(Pictograms)
DSCL (Europe)
(Pictograms)
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TDG (Canada)
(Pictograms)
6
ADR (Europe)
(Pictograms)
Protective Equipment Gloves.
Full suit.
Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an
approved/certified respirator or
equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator
when ventilation is inadequate.
Face shield.
Section 16. Other Information
BAK50
MSDS Code
Not available.
References
Other Special Not available.
Considerations
Validated by Sonia Owen on 1/19/2005. Verified by Sonia Owen.
Printed 1/24/2005.
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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