Zep Manufacturing Co. of Canada
Material Safety Data Sheet
11627 178th Street
Edmonton, Alberta T5S 1N6
1-800-I-BUY-ZEP
and Safe Handling and Disposal Information
Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product name ZEP TILE AND GROUT CLEANER
Product Use Tile Cleaner
Product Code 1046
Date of issue Supersedes09/12/03
07/11/06
Emergency For MSDS Information:
Telephone Technical Services Group
Zep Manufacturing of Canada
Numbers
Telephone: (780) 453-8100 (Business Hours 8:00-5:00)
For a Medical or Transportation Emergency:
CANUTEC (24 Hours)
(613) 996-6666 - Call Collect
Prepared by Technical Services Group
Zep Manufacturing Co. of Canada
11627 178th Street
Edmonton, Alberta T5S 1N6
Printing date: 14/07/06
Date of Preparation : 07/11/06
Section 2. Composition, Information on Ingredients
Name of Hazardous Ingredients CAS # % by Weight Toxicity Data
TETRASODIUM ETHYLENEDIAMINE TETRAACETATE; 64-02-8 5 - 10 LD50 Rat Oral 4100 mg/kg
ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid; tetrasodium salt
SODIUM SILICATE; water glass 1344-09-8 1-5 LD50 Rat Oral 3300 mg/kg
SODIUM DODECYLBENZENE SULFONATE; linear alkyl aryl 25155-30-0 1-5 LD50 Rat Oral 1260 mg/kg
sodium sulfonate; Sodium DDBSA LD50 Mouse Oral 2000 mg/kg
ETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOBUTYL ETHER; 111-76-2 1-5 LD50 Rat Oral 1746 mg/kg
2-butoxyethanol; butyl cellosolve LD50 Rabbit Dermal 680 mg/kg
LC50 Rat Inhalation 450 ppm (4
(Female) hour(s))
Section 3. Hazards Identification
Acute Effects Routes of EntryDermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation.
Skin Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant). Non-sensitizer for skin. Skin inflammation is characterized by itching,
scaling, reddening, or, occasionally, blistering.
Eyes Hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant). Liquid in eye may cause irritation with possible damage if not rinsed
immediately. Inflammation of the eye is characterized by redness, watering, and itching.
Inhalation Hazardous in case of inhalation. Over-exposure by inhalation may cause respiratory irritation.
Ingestion No data on acute toxicity of the product when ingested
Chronic Effects The substance may be toxic to blood, kidneys, liver. Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance
can produce target organs damage. Repeated or prolonged contact with spray mist may produce
chronic eye irritation and severe skin irritation.
Additional information : See Toxicological Information (section 11)
Section 4. First Aid Measures
Eye Contact Flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get
medical attention.
Skin Contact In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Get medical attention if irritation develops.
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give
Inhalation
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
Flammable LimitsNot applicable.
Flash Point Not applicable.
Non combustible
Flammability
Auto-ignition Temperature
Fire-Fighting Procedures Not applicable.
Fire Hazard Not applicable.
Products of Combustion Carbon Dioxide , Carbon Monoxide and other organic materials..
Explosion hazard
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Material Safety Data Sheet Product Name ZEP TILE AND GROUT CLEANER
Product Code 1046
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Spill Clean up Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see Section 8). Dilute with water and mop up, or absorb with
an inert dry material and place in an appropriate waste disposal container. To clean the floor and all objects
contaminated by this material, use detergent. 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. Avoid breathing vapors or spray mists. Wash contaminated clothing
before reusing. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Storage Keep container tightly closed and dry. Keep away from incompatibles. Keep away from food, drink and animal
feeding stuffs. Store between 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
Engineering Controls Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapors
below their respective occupational exposure limits. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers
are proximal to the work-station location.
Personal Protection Protective Clothing (Pictograms)
Eyes Splash goggles.
Hands and Body Nitrile 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.
Exposure Limits
Name of Hazardous Ingredients CAS # Exposure Limits
Sodium Silicate 1344-09-8 Supplier Suggested (United States).
CEIL: 2 mg/m3
Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ethe 111-76-2 ACGIH TLV (United States).
TWA: 20 ppm 8 hour(s).
OSHA PEL (United States). Skin
TWA: 50 ppm 8 hour(s).
Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State Liquid. Color Clear. Red. Violet.
Odor Pleasant. (Strong.)
pH 12.8 - 13.5
Vapor Pressure Not available.
Boiling Point 104.44掳C (220掳F)
Vapor Density Not available.
Freezing Point Not available.
Evaporation Rate1 compared to Water
Specific Gravity 1.1 (Water = 1)
VOC (Consumer) 4.0%
Solubility Easily soluble in cold water, hot water.
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability and Reactivity The product is stable.
Incompatibility Reactive with oxidizing agents, acids.
Reactivity Will not occur.
Hazardous Decomposition Products Carbon Dioxide , Carbon Monoxide and other organic materials..
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Carcinogenic Effects Ingredients: Not listed as carcinogen by OSHA, NTP or IARC.
Reproductive Effects
Mutagenic Effects
Teratogenic Effects
Section 12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity Not available.
Biodegradable/OECD Not available.
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste Stream Code: D002
Waste Information Waste must be disposed according to applicable
Classification: - (Hazardous waste.)
regulations. Consult your local or regional
Origin: - (RCRA waste.)
authorities.
Section 14. Transport Information
Label
Regulatory UN Proper shipping Class Packing Additional
Information number name Group information
Not a TDG
TDG
controlled
Classification
material.
Limited Quantity: Small quantities of controlled goods are not regulated as Dangerous Goods according to the TDG regulations.
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Material Safety Data Sheet Product Name ZEP TILE AND GROUT CLEANER
Product Code 1046
Section 15. Regulatory Information
WHMIS (Canada) Class D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects (TOXIC).
Other Regulations Not available.
This product has been classifed according to the hazard criteria of the CPR and the MSDS contains all of the available 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 cautio
Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards that exis
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