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 ZEPAX
Product Use Disinfectant. Cleaner. Deodorizer
Product Code 0020
Date of issue Supersedes 10/24/00
11/24/04
This product is a registered pesticide. Number: 33176-6-1270
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:
Printing date: 11/29/04
(800) 424-9300 - All Calls Recorded
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
ETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOBUTYL ETHER; 2-butoxyethanol; butyl 111-76-2 1 - 10 ACGIH TLV (United States).
cellosolve TWA: 20 ppm 8 hour(s).
OSHA PEL (United States). Skin
TWA: 50 ppm 8 hour(s).
HYDROCARBON PROPELLANT; blend of propane, isobutane & 75-28-5; 74-98- 1-5 ACGIH TLV / OSHA PEL (United States).
n-butane 6; 106-97-8 Notes: Propane
TWA: 1000 ppm 8 hour(s).
OSHA PEL / ACGIH TLV (United States).
Notes: n-Butane
TWA: 800 ppm 8 hour(s).
O-PHENYL PHENOL; 2-hydroxy biphenyl; 2-biphenylol 90-43-7 0.10 Not established
ORTHO-BENZYL-PARA-CHLOROPHENOL; o-benzyl-p-chlorophenol 120-32-1 0.08 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, permeator). Harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Reactivity 0
Direct contact may cause irritation and redness. Prolonged or repeated contact may dry skin
and cause irritation.
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.
Ingestion Aspiration hazard if swallowed- can enter lungs and cause damage. Can cause
gastrointestinal disturbances.
Carcinogenic Effects Ingredients: Not listed as carcinogen by OSHA, NTP or IARC.
Chronic Effects The substance may be toxic to blood, kidneys, liver, upper respiratory tract, skin, eyes, central nervous
system (CNS). Inhalation or absorption of spray mists or vapors may cause central nervous system
depression characterized by headache, dizziness, nausea, stupor, weakness and/or numbness and
tingling in the extremities (medical term - peripheral neuropathy). Repeated or prolonged exposure to
the substance can produce target organs damage.
See Toxicological Information (section 11)
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Material Safety Data Sheet Product Name ZEPAX
Product Code 0020
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. 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.
Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
0
Flash Point Flammable Limits Not available.
Not available.
10
Non-flammable. (CSMA)
Flammability
Fire Hazard CONTENTS UNDER PRESSURE. Container explosion may occur under fire conditions or
when heated. Cool closed containers exposed to fire with water.
Fire-Fighting Procedures Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam. Wear special protective clothing and
positive pressure, self-contained breathing apparatus.
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Spill Clean up Large spills are unlikely due to packaging.
Section 7. Handling and Storage
Handling Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid breathing vapors or spray mists. Wash contaminated clothing
before reusing. Apply this product only as specified on the label. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Storage CONTENTS UNDER PRESSURE. Do not puncture or incinerate. Keep away from heat and direct sunlight. 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 Recommended: Neoprene gloves. Nitrile gloves. Natural rubber (latex)
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.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State Aerosol. Foam. Color White.
Pleasant.
Odor
pH 12.5-13.0
Vapor Pressure Not determined.
Boiling Point Not determined.
Vapor Density Not determined.
Specific Gravity 1 (Water = 1)
Evaporation Rate Not determined.
Solubility Easily soluble in cold water, hot water.
VOC (Consumer) 12.0%
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability and Reactivity The product is stable.
Incompatibility Reactive with oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Polymerization Will not occur.
Hazardous Decomposition Products carbon oxides (CO, CO2)
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Toxicity to Animals Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether:
ORAL (LD50): Acute: 1746 mg/kg [Rat].
DERMAL (LD50): Acute: 680 mg/kg [Rabbit].
VAPOR (LC50): Acute: 450 ppm 4 hour(s) [Rat (Female)].
o-Phenyl Phenol:
ORAL (LD50): Acute: 2000 mg/kg [Rat]. 1050 mg/kg [Mouse].
o-Benzyl-p-chlorophenol:
ORAL (LD50): Acute: 260 mg/kg [Rat].
Section 12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity Not available.
Biodegradable/OECD Not available.
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Material Safety Data Sheet Product Name ZEPAX
Product Code 0020
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 Consumer Commodity
DOT Classification ORM-D UN number Not regulated.
Section 15. Regulatory Information
U.S. Federal Regulations SARA 313 toxic chemical notification and release reporting:
Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether
o-Phenyl Phenol
Clean Water Act (CWA) 311: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated toxic substances: Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether
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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