ZEP Inc.
11627 178th Street
Material Safety Data Sheet
Edmonton, Alberta T5S 1N6
1-800-I-877-I-BUY-ZEP (428-9937)
www.zep.com
Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product name ZEP EXTRA
Industrial Concrete & Masonry Floor Cleaner
Product use
Product code 0720
Date of issue Supersedes 11/15/06
12/17/07
Emergency Telephone Numbers
For MSDS Information:
Technical Services Group
Telephone (780) 453-8100
(Business Hours 8:00am - 5:00pm)
For Medical or Transportation Emergency
CANUTEC (24 Hours)
(613) 996-6666 - Call Collect
Prepared By
Technical Services Group
Printing date: 29/02/08
11627 178th Street
Edmonton, Alberta T5S 1N6
Section 2. Hazards Identification
Emergency overview
WARNING !
HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED. MAY BE HARMFUL IF ABSORBED
THROUGH SKIN.
Do not breathe vapor or mist. Do not ingest. Do not get in eyes. Avoid contact with skin
and clothing. Contains material that may cause target organ damage, based on animal
data. Wash thoroughly after handling.
NOTE: MSDS data pertains to the product as delivered in the original shipping container(s). Risk of adverse effects are lessened by following all
prescribed safety precautions, including the use of proper personal protective equipment.
Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation.
Acute Effects Routes of Entry
Corrosive to eyes on contact. Causes eye burns. Eye exposure may cause severe and permanent
Eyes
eye injury (blindness). Causes severe burns.
Harmful in contact with skin. Corrosive, permeator. Harmful if absorbed through the skin. Skin
Skin
contact may produce burns.
Inhalation Harmful by inhalation. Inhalation of the spray or mist may produce severe irritation of respiratory
tract, characterized by coughing, choking or shortness of breath. Liquid, spray or mist may
produce tissue damage, particularly to mucous membranes of eyes, mouth and respiratory tract.
Medical conditions aggravated by over-exposure: Respiratory
Ingestion Harmful if swallowed. May cause burns to mouth, throat and stomach.
Contains material which may cause damage to the following organs: kidneys, liver.
Chronic effects
Repeated or prolonged contact with spray or mist may produce chronic eye irritation and severe
skin irritation. Repeated or prolonged exposure to spray or mist may produce respiratory tract
irritation, leading to frequent attacks of bronchial infection.
Additional Information: See Toxicological Information (Section 11)
Section 3. Composition/Information on Ingredients
Name of Hazardous Ingredients CAS number % by Weight
5131-66-8 3-7
PROPYLENE GLYCOL N-BUTYL ETHER; 1-butoxy-2-propanol
34590-94-8 3-7
DIPROPYLENE GLYCOL METHYL ETHER; dipropylene glycol monomethyl ether
68439-46-3 1-5
ALCOHOLS, C9-11, ETHOXYLATED; linear primary alcohol ethoxylate
1310-73-2 1-5
SODIUM HYDROXIDE; caustic soda; soda lye
Section 4. First Aid Measures
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Check for and
Eye Contact
remove any contact lenses. Continue to rinse for at least 10 minutes. Get medical attention immediately.
Flush contaminated skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Continue to rinse for at
Skin Contact
least 10 minutes. Wash clothing before reuse. Clean shoes thoroughly before reuse. Get medical attention
immediately.
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Product Name ZEP EXTRA
Material Safety Data Sheet
Product code 0720
Move exposed person to fresh air. If not breathing, if breathing is irregular or if respiratory arrest occurs, provide
Inhalation
artificial respiration or oxygen by trained personnel. Get medical attention immediately.
Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an
Ingestion
unconscious person. If affected person is conscious, give plenty of water to drink. Get medical attention
immediately.
Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
Not available.
Flash Point
Flammable Limits Not available.
Non-combustible.
Flammability
Auto-ignition Temperature
Fire-fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained breathing
Fire-Fighting Procedures
apparatus (SCBA) with a full face-piece operated in positive pressure mode. Use dry chemical,
CO2, water spray (fog) or foam.
In a fire or if heated, a pressure increase will occur and the container may burst.
Fire hazard
carbon oxides (CO, CO2) May emit toxic fumes under fire conditions.
Products of Combustion
Not available.
Explosion hazard
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see section 8). Stop leak if without risk. Dilute with water
Spill Clean up
and mop up if water-soluble or absorb with an inert dry material and place in an appropriate waste disposal
container. Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal contractor. To clean the floor and all objects contaminated by
this material, use detergent solution. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose
of according to local and regional authority requirements.
Section 7. Handling and Storage
Do not get in eyes or on skin or clothing. Do not breathe vapor or mist. Do not ingest. If during normal use the
Handling
material presents a respiratory hazard, use only with adequate ventilation or wear appropriate respirator. Wash
thoroughly after handling. Do not reuse container.
Store in original container protected from direct sunlight in a dry, cool and well-ventilated area, away from incompatible
Storage
materials (see section 10) and food and drink. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Store
between the following temperatures: 40掳F - 120掳F (4.4掳C - 49掳C). Keep out of the reach of children.
Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Product name Exposure limits
Dipropylene Glycol Methyl Ether ACGIH TLV (United States, 2003). Skin
TWA: 100 ppm 8 hour(s).
STEL: 150 ppm 15 minute(s).
OSHA PEL (United States, 2003). Skin
TWA: 100 ppm 8 hour(s).
Sodium Hydroxide ACGIH / OSHA (United States).
CEIL: 2 mg/m鲁
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Splash goggles.
Eyes
Rubber gloves. Neoprene gloves. Nitrile gloves. Chemical-resistant
Hands and
apron. Boots, Chemical resistant.
Body
Use with adequate ventilation. Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering
Respiratory
controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapors below their respective
occupational exposure limits. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is
inadequate.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Liquid. Color Clear. Red.
Physical State
13.0-14.0 Odor Butyl [Slight]
pH
104掳C (219.2掳F) Vapor Pressure Not determined.
Boiling Point
1.06 Vapor Density Not determined.
Specific Gravity
Easily soluble in the following materials: cold water Evaporation Rate 1 (Water = 1)
Solubility
and hot water.
VOC (Consumer) 9.0% 0.80 (lb/gal) 95 (g/l)
Freezing Point
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Product Name ZEP EXTRA
Material Safety Data Sheet
Product code 0720
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
The product is stable.
Stability and Reactivity
Reactive or incompatible with the following materials: oxidizing materials and acids.
Incompatibility
Hazardous Polymerization Will not occur.
Hazardous Decomposition Products Carbon dioxide. Carbon monoxide. May emit toxic fumes under fire conditions.
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Carcinogenicity No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Acute Toxicity
Product/ingredient name Result Species Dose Exposure
Propylene Glycol N-Butyl Ether LD50 Dermal Rabbit 1400 mg/kg -
LD50 Oral Rat 3300 mg/kg -
Dipropylene Glycol Methyl Ether LD50 Dermal Rabbit 13000 mg/kg -
LD50 Oral Rat 5220 mg/kg -
Ethoxylated Alcohols LD50 Dermal Rabbit >5000 mg/kg -
LD50 Oral Rat 1400 mg/kg -
Sodium Hydroxide LD50 Dermal Rabbit >2000 mg/kg -
LD50 Oral Rat 500 mg/kg -
Section 12. Ecological Information
No known significant effects or critical hazards.
Environmental Effects
Aquatic Ecotoxicity
Product/ingredient name Test Result Species Exposure
Sodium Hydroxide - Acute LC50 25 ppm Fish - Trout 24 hours
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste Information
Waste must be disposed of in accordance with applicable regulations. Consult your local or regional authorities for additional information.
Waste Stream
Section 14. Transport Information
Regulatory information UN number Proper shipping name Classes PG* Label Additional information
TDG Classification 1760 Corrosive liquid, n.o.s. 8 II
(Sodium Hydroxide)
8
Not available. Not available. Not available. -
IMDG Class
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. Limited Quantity: Small quantities of controlled goods are not regulated as Dangerous
Goods according to TDG regulations.
PG* : Packing group
Section 15. Regulatory Information
Canada
Class E: Corrosive material Class D-2B: Material causing other toxic
WHMIS (Canada)
effects (Toxic).
This product has been classified according to the hazard criteria of the CPR and the MSDS contains all the information required by the CPR.
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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