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 LUBEZE TAPS-IT
Product Use Tapping Fluid
Product Code 1544
Date of issue Supersedes 11/05/93
10/06/05
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: 10/07/05
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
PARAFFIN OIL; blend of heavy and light naphthenic petroleum distillate 64742-52-5 1 - 10 OSHA PEL (United States).
TWA: 5 mg/m3 8 hour(s). Form: Mist
ACGIH TLV (United States).
TWA: 5 mg/m3 8 hour(s). Form: Mist
TRIETHANOLAMINE; TEA 102-71-6 1-5 ACGIH TLV (United States).
TWA: 5 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
NONYLPHENOXY POLY(ETHYLENEOXY) ETHANOL - npe; poly 9016-45-9 1-5 Not established
(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), alpha-(nonylphenyl)-omega-hydroxy
TRIISOPROPANOLAMINE; Tris(2-hydroxypropyl)amine 122-20-3 1-5 Not established
Section 3. Hazards Identification HMIS
Health 1
Acute Effects Routes of Entry Dermal contact. Eye contact.
Fire Hazard 0
Skin Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant). Direct contact may cause irritation and redness. Reactivity 0
Skin inflammation is characterized by itching, scaling, or reddening.
Eyes Hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant). Inflammation of the eye is characterized by Personal Protection B
redness, watering, and itching.
Inhalation No known acute effects of this product resulting from inhalation.
Ingestion Can cause gastrointestinal disturbances.
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 Prolonged or repeated contact may dry skin and cause irritation. Repeated or prolonged exposure to
spray mist may produce respiratory tract irritation leading to frequent attacks of bronchial infection.
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 immediately.
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 irritation persists, 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 LUBEZE TAPS-IT
Product Code 1544
Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
0
Flash Point Flammable Limits Not applicable
Not applicable
10
Non combustible.
Flammability
Fire Hazard May emit toxic fumes under fire conditions.
Fire-Fighting Procedures Use an extinguishing agent suitable for surrounding fires.
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Spill Clean up Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see Section 8). Absorb with an inert material and place in
an appropriate 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, skin and clothing. Do not ingest. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Storage Keep container tightly closed. 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 food, drink and animal feeding stuffs. Keep out of the reach of children.
Section 8. Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
Personal Protection Protective Clothing (Pictograms)
Eyes Safety glasses.
Body For prolonged or repeated handling, use gloves. Neoprene gloves. Nitrile
gloves. Rubber gloves.
Respiratory No special ventilation requirements.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State Liquid. (Clear.) Color Green.
Hydrocarbon. (Slight.)
Odor
pH 9.0 - 9.5
Vapor Pressure Not determined.
Boiling Point 100掳C (212掳F)
Vapor Density Not determined.
Specific Gravity 1.026 (Water = 1)
Evaporation Rate 1 compared to Water
Solubility Soluble in cold water, hot water.
VOC (Consumer) 22.12 (g/l). 0.18 lbs/gal 2.16%
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability and Reactivity The product is stable.
Incompatibility Slightly reactive to reactive with oxidizing agents, acids.
Hazardous Polymerization Will not occur.
Hazardous Decomposition Products carbon oxides (CO, CO2), Hydrogen Chloride (HCl)
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Toxicity to Animals Triethanolamine:
ORAL (LD50): Acute: 8680 mg/kg [Rat.].
DERMAL (LD50): Acute: 2000 mg/kg [Rabbit.].
Nonylphenoxypoly(Ethyleneoxy)Ethanol:
ORAL (LD50): Acute: 3310 mg/kg [Rat].
DERMAL (LD50): Acute: 2000 mg/kg [Rabbit].
TRIISOPROPANOLAMINE:
ORAL (LD50): Acute: 2520 mg/kg [Mouse]. 4730 mg/kg [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 Non-hazardous waste
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.
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.
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Material Safety Data Sheet Product Name LUBEZE TAPS-IT
Product Code 1544
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:No products were found.
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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