MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
SECTION 1: CHEMICAL PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
: Kobo Products, Inc.
Manufacturer/Distributor
: 690 Montrose Avenue
Address
So. Plainfield, NJ 07080
: (908) 757-0033
Emergency Telephone #
: (908) 757-0905
Facsimile Number
: Zinc Laurate
Trade Name
Chemical Name/ Synonyms : Zinc Laurate
INCI Name : Zinc Laurate
SECTION 2: COMPOSTION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical Name CAS # EINECS #
Zinc Laurate 2452-01-9 219-518-5
SECTION 3: HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
No particular danger
SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES
Effects and Symptoms:
Effects of Overexposure : May cause mechanical irritation to eyes.
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure : Persons with respiratory conditions may be at increased risk.
Primary Route(s) of Entry : None normally encountered.
Emergency First Aid:
Eye Contact : Flush eyes with water for at least 15 min. See physician if irritation persists.
Skin Contact : Flush skin with water.
Inhalation : None
SECTION 5: FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
>250oC
Flash Point (Closed Cup) :
Extinguishing Media : Water, foam, dry chemical, CO2
Special Fire Fighting Procedures : None
Unusual Fire And Explosion Hazards : None
SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precautions : Eye contact and excessive skin contact.
Environmental Precautions: : Prevent material from contaminating soil or entering sewerage and drainage
systems.
Spill response : Sweep up or collect in vacuum cleaner.
SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling : Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes. Wash thoroughly after handling
and before mealtimes. Follow all MSDS and label precautions even after container is
emptied since it may contain residual material.
Storage : Seal tightly. Store in dry place. Keep away from acids.
SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROL / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Levels: OSHA ACGIH
Component TWA PEL TWA TLV
No data
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KOBO Products, Inc.
Zinc Laurate
Personal Protection:
Eye Protection : Safety glasses with side shields or goggles
Skin Protection : Rubber gloves, wash at meals and end of shifts
Respiratory Protection : Use NIOSH/MSHA approved air purifying respirator as needed to control exposure.
Ventilation : Provide adequate general mechanical exhaust.
SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Boiling Point (掳C) : N/A Percent Volatile By Vol. (%) : N/A
Freezing Point (掳C) : N/A Vapor Density (Air=1) : N/A
130oC
Melting Point (掳C) : Evaporation Rate (Buac=1) : N/A
Vapor Pressure (mm hg) : N/A Solubility In Water : Negligible
Bulk Density (g/cbi.) : N/A Appearance & Odor : White powder,
Specific Gravity (H2O=1) : N/A specific odor
SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stable : Yes
Hazardous Polymerization : Will not occur
Conditions To Avoid : Open flames and sparks, extreme heat.
Incompatibility : Strong oxidizing agents, acids.
Hazardous Decomposition Products : CO on incomplete combustion
SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Skin Irritation : Non-irritating to skin
Acute Oral Toxicity : Not determined
Sensitization : No data
Carcinogenicity : Not listed on NTP, IARC, OSHA
SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No Data
SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Method of Disposal : Dispose of in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Material
may be sent to an approved landfill or licensed treatment, storage, and disposal facility.
SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION
None hazard material.
SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION
No information is available.
SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION
Date Prepared : June 7, 1999
Date Revised : January 17, 2003
Note:
The statements made here are intended to describe the product with regard to necessary safety precautions. They do
not guarantee special characteristics. This information is furnished without warranty, expressed or implied, except
that it is accurate to the best of our current knowledge.
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