ZEP Manufacturing Company
Material Safety Data Sheet
Acuity Specialty Products Group, Inc.
P.O. Box 2015
and Safe Handling and Disposal Information
Atlanta, GA 30301
1-877-I-BUY-ZEP (428-9937)
Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product name ZEP FORMULA 5764
Product Use Granular Deodorant
Product Code 1799
Date of issue Supersedes 08/15/00
10/01/04
Emergency For MSDS Information:
Telephone Acuity Specialy Products Group, Inc.
Compliance Services 1-877-I-BUY-ZEP
Numbers
For Medical Emergency:
INFOTRAC
(877) 541-2016 Toll Free - All Calls Recorded
For a Transportation Emergency:
CHEMTREC
(800) 424-9300 - All Calls Recorded
Printing date: 10/01/04
In the District of Columbia (202) 483-7616
Prepared by Compliance Services Group
Acuity Specialty Products Group
1420 Seaboard Industrial Blvd.
Atlanta, GA 30318
Section 2. Composition, Information on Ingredients
Name of Hazardous Ingredients CAS # % by Weight Exposure Limits
PARADICHLOROBENZENE; 1,4-dichlorobenzene; paracrystals; 106-46-7 10-20 ACGIH TLV (United States).
p-dichlorobenzene TWA: 10 ppm 8 hour(s).
OSHA PEL (United States).
TWA: 75 ppm 8 hour(s).
BLEND OF AMYL ACETATE; 3-METHYL BUTYL ACETATE; 628-63-7; 123- 10-20 OSHA PEL (United States).
2-METHYL BUTYL ACETATE 92-2; 624-41-9 TWA: 100 ppm 8 hour(s).
ACGIH TLV (United States).
TWA: 50 ppm 8 hour(s).
STEL: 100 ppm 15 minute(s).
Section 3. Hazards Identification HMIS
Health 2
Acute Effects Routes of Entry Dermal contact. Inhalation.
Fire Hazard 1
Skin Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant). Direct contact may cause irritation and redness.
Reactivity 0
Eyes Hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant). Inflammation of the eye is characterized by Personal Protection B
redness, watering, and itching.
Inhalation Hazardous in case of inhalation. Do not breathe dust. Can cause central nervous system
depression. Symptoms and signs include headaches, dizziness, fatigue, muscular weakness,
drowsiness and, in extreme cases, loss of consciousness. Over-exposure by inhalation may
cause respiratory irritation. Sensitization of the product: Heart (Cardiac). Medical
Conditions Aggravated by Overexposure: Respiratory, Heart (Cardiac).
Ingestion May be harmful if swallowed. No data on acute toxicity of the product when ingested.
Carcinogenic Effects Classified 2B (Possible for human.) by IARC [Paradichlorobenzene]. Classified 2 (Reasonably
Anticipated To Be Human Carcinogens.) by NTP [Paradichlorobenzene].
Chronic Effects The substance may be toxic to kidneys, lungs, liver, spleen. Repeated or prolonged exposure to the
substance can produce target organs damage. Repeated inhalation of dust can produce varying degree
of respiratory irritation or lung damage.
See Toxicological Information (section 11)
Section 4. First Aid Measures
Eye Contact Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water
for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention.
Skin Contact In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Wash clothing before reuse. Get medical
attention if irritation develops.
Inhalation If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give
oxygen. Get medical attention.
Ingestion Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to
an unconscious person. If affected person is conscious, give plenty of water to drink. Get medical
attention immediately.
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Material Safety Data Sheet Product Name ZEP FORMULA 5764
Product Code 1799
Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
1
Flash Point Flammable Limits Not available.
Not available.
20
Flammable in presence of open flames, sparks and static discharge, of heat.
Flammability
Fire Hazard May emit toxic fumes under fire conditions.
Fire-Fighting Procedures Use dry chemical or CO2. Wear special protective clothing and positive
pressure, self-contained breathing apparatus. Do not release runoff from
fire to sewers or waterways.
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Spill Clean up Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see Section 8). Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid
in a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and
dispose of according to local and regional authority requirements.
Section 7. Handling and Storage
Handling Avoid contact with eyes. Avoid breathing dust. Use with adequate ventilation. Keep container closed. Do not reuse
product container. Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash contaminated clothing before reusing.
Storage Keep container tightly closed and dry. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Store between 40掳F - 120掳F
(4.4掳C - 49掳C). Keep away from heat and direct sunlight. Keep out of the reach of children.
Section 8. Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
Personal Protection Protective Clothing (Pictograms)
Eyes Safety glasses.
Body Neoprene gloves. Nitrile gloves. Rubber gloves.
Respiratory Use with adequate ventilation. Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne
concentrations of vapors below their respective threshold limit value. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is
inadequate.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State Solid. (Granular solid.) Color Tan. (Light.)
Pleasant. Aromatic.
Odor
pH Not applicable.
Vapor Pressure Not applicable
Boiling Point Not applicable
Vapor Density Not applicable
Specific Gravity 1 (Water = 1)
Evaporation Rate Not applicable
Solubility Insoluble in cold water, hot water.
VOC (Consumer) 0 (g/l).
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability and Reactivity The product is stable.
Incompatibility Avoid contact with strong oxidizers, excessive heat, sparks or open flame.
Hazardous Polymerization Will not occur.
Hazardous Decomposition Products Carbon Dioxide, Carbon Monoxide, Hydrogen Chloride (HCl), Chlorine and
Phosgene Gas.
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Toxicity to Animals Paradichlorobenzene:
ORAL (LD50): Acute: 3790 mg/kg [Rat.]. 2950 mg/kg [Mouse.].
Section 12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity Not available.
Biodegradable/OECD Not available.
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, Waste Stream Code: D027
Waste
Classification: - (Hazardous waste.)
state and local environmental control regulations.
Information
Consult your local or regional authorities.
Section 14. Transport Information
Proper shipping name None.
DOT Classification Not a DOT controlled material (United States). UN number Not regulated.
Section 15. Regulatory Information
U.S. Federal Regulations SARA 313 toxic chemical notification and release reporting:
Paradichlorobenzene
Clean Water Act (CWA) 311: Paradichlorobenzene (RQ 100 lbs), Amyl Acetate (RQ 5,000 lbs)
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated toxic substances: Paradichlorobenzene
Section 16. Other Information
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above named supplier nor any of its subsidiaries assumes any
liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein.
Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials may present unknown hazards and should be used with caution.
Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist.
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