ZEP Manufacturing Company
Material Safety Data Sheet
Acuity Specialty Products Group, Inc.
P.O. Box 2015
Atlanta, GA 30301
and Safe Handling and Disposal Information
1-877-I-BUY-ZEP (428-9937)
www.zep.com
Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product name ZEP IRONCLAD
Product Use Aerosol Corrosion Inhibitor
Product Code 0152
Date of issue Supersedes 09/24/97
12/29/04
Emergency For MSDS Information:
Telephone Acuity Specialty Products Group, Inc.
Compliance Services 1-877-I-BUY-ZEP (428-9937)
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: 12/29/04
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
PETROLEUM SPIRITS; vm&p naphtha; refined solvent naphtha 8032-32-4 30 - 40 ACGIH (United States).
TWA: 300 ppm
OSHA (United States).
STEL: 400 ppm
BLEND OF ISOBUTANE & PROPANE 74-98-6; 75-28- 25 - 35 ACGIH TLV (United States).
5 TWA: 800 ppm 8 hour(s).
OSHA PEL (United States).
TWA: 1000 ppm 8 hour(s).
Section 3. Hazards Identification HMIS
Health 2
Acute Effects Routes of Entry Dermal contact. Inhalation.
Fire Hazard 4
Skin Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant, permeator). Direct contact may cause irritation Reactivity 0
and redness. Skin inflammation is characterized by itching, scaling, or reddening. Product
may be dermal absorbed.
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. Avoid breathing vapors or spray mists. Over-exposure by
inhalation may cause respiratory irritation. Can cause central nervous system depression.
Ingestion Harmful if swallowed. Aspiration hazard if swallowed- can enter lungs and cause damage.
NOTE: MSDS data pertains to the product as delivered in the original shipping container(s). Risk of adverse health effects are lessened by
following all prescribed safety precautions, including use of proper personal protective equipment.
Carcinogenic Effects Ingredients: Not listed as carcinogen by OSHA, NTP or IARC.
Chronic Effects The substance may be toxic to kidneys, liver. Overexposure of this product by inhalation or absorption
can produce central nervous system depression resulting in headache, nausea and/or dizziness.
Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage. Prolonged or
repeated contact may dry skin and cause irritation. Repeated exposure to a highly toxic material may
produce general deterioration of health by an accumulation in one or many human organs.
See Toxicological Information (section 11)
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. Get medical attention.
Skin Contact In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes.
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.
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Product Code 0152
Ingestion Aspiration hazard if swallowed- can enter lungs and cause damage. Do NOT induce vomiting unless
directed to do so by medical personnel. If vomiting occurs, keep head lower than hips to help prevent
aspiration. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention immediately.
Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
4
Flash Point Flammable Limits Not available.
Not available.
20
Extremely flammable. (CSMA) Aerosol that may flashback.
Flammability
Fire Hazard FLAMMABLE LIQUID AND VAPOR. Vapor may cause flash fire. Vapors may accumulate
in low or confined areas, travel considerable distance to source of ignition and flash back.
Container explosion may occur under fire conditions or when heated.
Fire-Fighting Procedures Use dry chemical or CO2. Wear special protective clothing and positive
pressure, self-contained breathing apparatus. Cool closed containers
exposed to fire with water.
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Spill Clean up Large spills are unlikely due to packaging.
Section 7. Handling and Storage
Handling Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Use only with adequate
ventilation. Avoid breathing vapors or spray mists. Do not ingest. Wash contaminated clothing before reusing.
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Storage CONTENTS UNDER PRESSURE. Avoid all possible sources of ignition (spark or flame). Keep container in a
cool, well-ventilated area. Do not store above 49掳C (120.2掳F). Do not puncture or incinerate. Keep out of the
reach of children.
Section 8. Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
Personal Protection Protective Clothing (Pictograms)
Eyes Safety glasses.
Body Nitrile gloves. Rubber gloves. Neoprene gloves.
Respiratory Use with adequate ventilation. Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne
concentrations of vapors below their respective occupational exposure limits. Wear appropriate respirator when
ventilation is inadequate. Approved/certified respirator with organic vapor cartridges.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State Liquid. (Aerosol.) Color Tan. Opaque.
Hydrocarbon.
Odor
pH Not applicable.
Vapor Pressure Not determined.
Boiling Point Not determined.
Vapor Density Not determined.
Specific Gravity 0.75 (Water = 1)
Evaporation Rate Not determined.
Solubility Insoluble in cold water, hot water.
VOC (Consumer) 598.5 (g/l). 4.99 lbs/gal 79.55%
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 and other organic materials..
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Toxicity to Animals Petroleum spirits:
VAPOR (LC50): Acute: 3400 ppm 4 hour(s) [Rat].
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: D001
Waste
Classification: - (Hazardous waste.)
state and local environmental control regulations.
Information
Origin: - (RCRA waste.)
Consult your local or regional authorities.
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Material Safety Data Sheet Product Name ZEP IRONCLAD
Product Code 0152
Section 14. Transport Information
Proper shipping name Consumer Commodity
DOT Classification ORM-D UN number Not regulated.
NOTE: DOT classification applies to most package sizes. For specific container size classifications or for size exceptions, refer to
the Bill of Lading with your shipment.
Section 15. Regulatory Information
U.S. Federal Regulations SARA 313 toxic chemical notification and release reporting:
No products were found.
Clean Water Act (CWA) 311: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated toxic substances: No products were found.
All Components of this product are listed or exempt from listing on TSCA inventory.
State Regulations California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of
California has found to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm, which would
require a warning under the statute: Benzene, Toluene
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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