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 ASPHALT AND TAR REMOVER
Product Use Asphalt and Tar Remover
Product Code 1069
Date of issue Supersedes11/27/03
11/10/06
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: 10/11/06
Date of Preparation : 11/10/06
Section 2. Composition, Information on Ingredients
Name of Hazardous Ingredients CAS # % by Weight Toxicity Data
LIGHT AROMATIC NAPHTHA; aromatic hydrocarbon solvent; 64742-95-6 30 - 60 LD50 Rat Oral 4700 mg/kg
solvent naphtha (petroleum) LC50 Rat Inhalation 3670 ppm (8
hour(s))
1,2,4-TRIMETHYLBENZENE 95-63-6 10 - 30 LD50 Rat Oral 5000 mg/kg
O-DICHLOROBENZENE; 1,2-dichlorobenzene; 95-50-1 10 - 30 LD50 Rat. Oral >500 mg/kg
orthodichlorobenzene
KEROSENE; techsene; fuel oil; coal oil 8008-20-6 10 - 30 LD50 Rat. Oral 8000 mg/kg
LD50 Rat. Dermal 4000 mg/kg
LC50 Rat Inhalation 14 (4 hour(s))
PARADICHLOROBENZENE; 1,4-dichlorobenzene; paracrystals; 106-46-7 1-5 LD50 Rat. Oral 3790 mg/kg
p-dichlorobenzene LD50 Mouse. Oral 2950 mg/kg
Section 3. Hazards Identification
Acute Effects Routes of EntryAbsorbed through skin. Inhalation.
Skin Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant, permeator). Direct contact may cause irritation and redness.
Eyes Hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant). Inflammation of the eye is characterized by redness, watering, and itching.
Inhalation Hazardous in case of inhalation (lung irritant). May cause respiratory tract irritation. Can cause central nervous
system depression. Symptoms and signs include headaches, dizziness, fatigue, muscular weakness, drowsiness and, in
extreme cases, loss of consciousness. Heart (Cardiac) sensitizer. May cause heart beat irregularity (arrythmia).
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Overexposure: Respiratory.
Ingestion Harmful if swallowed. Aspiration hazard if swallowed- can enter lungs and cause damage. Vomiting increases risk of
chemical pneumonia.
Chronic Effects The substance may be toxic to blood, kidneys, liver, heart, ears, eye lens or cornea. Repeated or
prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage. May cause specific
developmental abnormalities. Can cause central nervous system depression. Prolonged or repeated
contact may dry skin and cause 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. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes.
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 Aspiration hazard if swallowed- can enter lungs and cause damage.Do NOT induce vomiting unless
directed to do so by medical personnel. If vomiting occurs, keep head lower than hips to help prevent
aspiration. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention immediately.
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Material Safety Data Sheet Product Name Z E P A S P H A L T A N D T A R
Product Code 1069
REMOVER
Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
Flammable LimitsLOWER: 2.2% UPPER: 9.2%
Flash Point Closed cup: 45掳C (113掳F).(Tagliabue.)
Combustible.
Flammability
Auto-ignition Temperature 200掳C based on the data for: Petroleum distillates..
Fire-Fighting Procedures Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam. Wear special protective clothing and positive pressure,
self-contained breathing apparatus.
Fire Hazard Combustible liquid and vapor.
Products of Combustion Carbon Dioxide, Carbon Monoxide, Hydrogen Chloride (HCl), Chlorine and Phosgene Gas.
Explosion hazard
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Spill Clean up Eliminate all ignition sources. Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see Section 8). Absorb with an
inert 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 Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Keep container closed. Use only with adequate ventilation. Avoid
contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid breathing vapors or spray mists. Watch for accumulation in low
confined areas. Wash contaminated clothing before reusing. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Storage Store and use away from heat, sparks, open flame, or any other ignition source. Keep container in a cool, well-
ventilated area. Store between 40掳F - 120掳F (4.4掳C - 49掳C). Keep container tightly closed and dry. Keep away
from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs. 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 Chemical resistant gloves. Recommended: Viton
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. Wear appropriate respirator when
ventilation is inadequate. Vapor respirator.
Exposure Limits
Name of Hazardous Ingredients CAS # Exposure Limits
1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene 95-63-6 ACGIH TLV (United States).
TWA: 25 ppm 8 hour(s).
OSHA PEL (United States).
TWA: 25 ppm 8 hour(s).
o-Dichlorobenzene 95-50-1 ACGIH TLV (United States). Notes: Skin
TWA: 25 ppm 8 hour(s).
STEL: 50 ppm 15 minute(s).
OSHA PEL (United States).
CEIL: 50 ppm
Kerosene 8008-20-6 ACGIH TLV (United States).
TWA: 200 mg/m3 8 hour(s). Form: Total Hydrocarbon Vapor
Paradichlorobenzene 106-46-7 ACGIH TLV (United States).
TWA: 10 ppm 8 hour(s).
OSHA PEL (United States).
TWA: 75 ppm 8 hour(s).
Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State Liquid. (Viscous liquid.) Color Brown. (Dark.)
Odor mothball
pH Not applicable.
Vapor Pressure Not determined.
Boiling Point 126.7掳C (260.1掳F)
Vapor Density Not determined.
Freezing Point Not available.
Evaporation RateNot determined.
Specific Gravity 0.99 (Water = 1)
VOC (Consumer) 83.1%
Solubility Emulsifies in water.
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability and Reactivity The product is stable.
Incompatibility Avoid contact with strong oxidizers, excessive heat, sparks or open flame. Reactive with acids and
alkalis.
Reactivity Will not occur.
Hazardous Decomposition Products Carbon Dioxide, Carbon Monoxide, Hydrogen Chloride (HCl), Chlorine and
Phosgene Gas.
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Material Safety Data Sheet Product Name Z E P A S P H A L T A N D T A R
Product Code 1069
REMOVER
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Carcinogenic Effects Paradichlorobenzene: Classified 2B (Possible for human) by IARC [Paradichlorobenzene].
Classified Group 2 (Reasonably Anticipated To Be Human Carcinogen) by NTP
Reproductive Effects
Mutagenic Effects
Teratogenic Effects
Section 12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity Not available.
Biodegradable/OECD Not available.
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste Stream Code: D001
Waste Information Waste must be disposed according to applicable
Classification: - (Hazardous waste.)
regulations. Consult your local or regional
authorities.
Section 14. Transport Information
Label
Regulatory UN Proper shipping Class Packing Additional
Information number name Group information
o-DICHLOROBENZENE 6.1
1591 III Expl osi ve Li mi t
TDG
Classification and Limited
Quantity Index
6
5
Limited Quantity: Small quantities of controlled goods are not regulated as Dangerous Goods according to the TDG regulations.
Section 15. Regulatory Information
WHMIS (Canada) Class B-3: Combustible liquid with a flash point between 37.8掳C (100掳F) and 93.3掳C (200掳F).
Class D-1B: Material causing immediate and serious 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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