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 F-7
Product Use Powdered Hand Cleaner
Product Code 0949
Date of issue Supersedes 03/20/95
12/12/05
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: 12/12/05
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
FELDSPAR; silicate feldspar 68476-25-5 40 - 50 Not established
SODIUM BICARBONATE; Monosodium Carbonate; Baking Soda 144-55-8 10 - 20 OSHA PEL (United States).
TWA: 15 mg/m3 8 hour(s). Form: Dust
ACGIH TLV (United States).
: 10 mg/m3
SODIUM BORATE; sodium tetraborate decahydrate, Borax 1303-96-4 1 - 10 OSHA PEL (United States).
: 10 mg/m3 Form: Total dust
ACGIH TLV (United States).
: 5 mg/m3
CRYSTALLINE SILICA-QUARTZ; silicon dioxide; flint; chalcedony 14808-60-7 1-5 OSHA (United States).
TWA: 10 mg/m3
SODIUM DODECYL BENZENE SULFONATE; dodecyl benzene 25155-30-0 1-5 Not established
sulfonic acid, sodium salt
Section 3. Hazards Identification HMIS
Health 0
Acute Effects Routes of Entry Inhalation.
Fire Hazard 0
Skin No known acute effects of this product resulting from skin contact. Reactivity 0
Eyes Causes eye irritation. Inflammation of the eye is characterized by redness, watering, and Personal Protection n/a
itching.
Inhalation Overexposure to dust may cause mechanical irritation. May cause irritation of respiratory
tract, coughing, shortness of breath.
Ingestion May be harmful if swallowed. 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 Classified 1 (Proven for human.) by IARC, 1 (Known To Be Human Carcinogens.) by NTP
[Crystalline Silica-Quartz].
Chronic Effects 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 immediately.
Skin Contact This product is formulated for use on the skin, but should always be immediately rinsed off with plenty of
water. Get medical attention if irritation develops.
Inhalation If inhaled, remove to fresh air. Flush mouth and nasal passages with water repeatedly. 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 F-7
Product Code 0949
Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
0
Flash Point Flammable Limits Not applicable.
Not applicable.
00
Not applicable.
Flammability
Fire Hazard Not applicable.
Fire-Fighting Procedures Not applicable.
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. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Storage Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Contains moisture sensitive material;
store in a dry place. Keep out of the reach of children.
Section 8. Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
Personal Protection Protective Clothing (Pictograms)
Eyes No special measures required.
Body No special measures required.
Respiratory No special ventilation requirements.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State Solid. (Powdered solid.) Color Off-white.
Minty.
Odor
pH 9.5-10.5 (1%solution)
Vapor Pressure Not applicable
Boiling Point Not applicable
Vapor Density Not applicable
Specific Gravity Not applicable
Evaporation Rate Not applicable.
Solubility 6g/100ml
VOC (Consumer) Not applicable
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability and Reactivity The product is stable.
Incompatibility Slightly reactive to reactive with oxidizing agents, reducing agents.
Hazardous Polymerization Will not occur.
Hazardous Decomposition Products carbon oxides (CO, CO2)
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Toxicity to Animals SODIUM BICARBONATE:
ORAL (LD50): Acute: 10000 mg/kg [Rat].
DERMAL (LD50): Acute: 10000 mg/kg [Rabbit].
Sodium Borate:
ORAL (LD50): Acute: 4500 mg/kg [Rat].
DERMAL (LD50): Acute: >10000 mg/kg [Rabbit].
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.
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.
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Material Safety Data Sheet Product Name F-7
Product Code 0949
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: Crystalline Silica-Quartz
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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