Zep Inc.
Material Safety Data Sheet
1310 Seaboard Industrial Blvd.
Atlanta, GA 30318
1-877-I-BUY-ZEP (428-9937)
and Safe Handling and Disposal Information
www.zep.com
Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product name ZEP-O-BRITE
Abrasive Cleaner
Product use
Product code 1038
Date of issue Supersedes 11/01/96
01/27/05
Emergency For MSDS Information:
Telephone Compliance Services 1-877-I-BUY-ZEP (428-9937)
Numbers
For Medical Emergency
INFOTRAC: (877) 541-2016 Toll Free - All Calls
Recorded
For Transportation Emergency
CHEMTREC: (800) 424-9300 - All Calls Recorded
In the District of Columbia (202) 483-7616
Prepared By
Printing date: 08/04/08 Compliance Services
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 60 - 70 Not established
CHLORINATED TRISODIUM PHOSPHATE; TSP chlorinated; 56802-99-4 10 - 20 ACGIH TLV (United States).
TWA: 10 mg/m3 8 hour(s). Form: Dust
phosphoric acid; trisodium salt (chlorinated)
OSHA PEL Z2 (United States).
TWA: 15 ppm 8 hour(s). Form: Total dust
TWA: 5 ppm 8 hour(s). Form: Respirable fraction
CRYSTALLINE SILICA-QUARTZ; silicon dioxide; flint; chalcedony 14808-60-7 <10 OSHA (United States).
TWA: 10 mg/m3
Section 3. Hazards Identification HMIS
Health 2
Routes of Entry Inhalation
Acute Effects
Fire Hazard 0
May cause slight transient irritation. Skin inflammation is characterized by itching, scaling,
Skin Reactivity 0
or reddening.
Hazardous by the following route of exposure: of eye contact (irritant). Inflammation of the
Eyes Personal Protection A, t
eye is characterized by redness, watering and itching.
Inhalation Hazardous by the following route of exposure: of inhalation (lung irritant). May cause
irritation of respiratory tract, coughing, shortness of breath.
Ingestion No data on acute toxicity of the product when ingested.
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.
Crystalline Silica-Quartz: Classified 1 (Proven for human) by IARC, Part 1 (Known To Be A Human
Carcinogenic Effects
Carcinogen) by NTP
Contains crystalline silica, which may cause lung disease and/or cancer. Repeated inhalation of dust
Chronic Effects
can produce varying degrees of respiratory irritation or lung damage. Repeated or prolonged exposure
to the substance can produce damage to skin and eyes.
See Toxicological Information (section 11)
Section 4. First Aid Measures
Flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get
Eye Contact
medical attention immediately.
In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Get medical attention if irritation
Skin Contact
develops.
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If irritation persists, get medical attention.
Inhalation
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.
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Product Name ZEP-O-BRITE
Material Safety Data Sheet
Product code 1038
Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
0
Not applicable. Flammable Limits Not applicable.
Flash Point
1 0
Not applicable.
Flammability
May emit toxic fumes under fire conditions.
Fire hazard
Cool closed containers exposed to fire with water.
Fire-fighting procedures
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see section 8). Use appropriate tools to transfer the spilled
Spill Clean up
solid to 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
Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid breathing dust. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not use
Handling
with other products.
Keep container tightly closed and dry. Keep away from heat and direct sunlight. Keep away from incompatibles.
Storage
Keep out of the reach of children.
Section 8. Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
Personal Protection Protective Clothing (Pictograms)
Eyes Splash goggles.
For prolonged or repeated handling, use gloves.
Body
Respiratory Use with adequate ventilation. Recommended: Approved/certified disposable particulate dust mask.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State Powder. Yellowish.
Color
Lemon-like.
Odor
Not applicable.
pH
Not applicable.
Vapor Pressure
Not applicable.
Boiling Point
Not applicable.
Vapor Density
Specific Gravity Not applicable.
Not applicable.
Evaporation Rate
Partially soluble in the following materials: cold
Solubility
Not applicable.
VOC (Consumer)
water, hot water.
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
The product is stable.
Stability and Reactivity
Reactive with acids and ammonia.
Incompatibility
Hazardous Polymerization Will not occur.
Hazardous Decomposition Products Carbon dioxide., Carbon monoxide., Hydrogen chloride (HCl)., Chlorine and
Phosgene gas.
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Not determined.
Toxicity to Animals
Section 12. Ecological Information
Not available.
Ecotoxicity
Biodegradable/OECD Not available.
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, Waste Stream Code: - (Not applicable.)
Waste
Classification: - (Non-hazardous waste)
state and local environmental control regulations.
Information
Consult your local or regional authorities.
Section 14. Transport Information
Proper shipping name None.
Not a DOT controlled material (United States).
DOT Classification 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.
Not a TDG-controlled material.
TDG Classification
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.
WARNING: This product contains a chemical or chemicals known to the state of California to
State Regulations
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.: Crystalline Silica-Quartz
Class D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects (Toxic).
WHMIS (Canada)
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Product Name ZEP-O-BRITE
Material Safety Data Sheet
Product code 1038
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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