Material Safety Data Sheet
Complies with Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200
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Manufacturer
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HARD BALL Chemical Company
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Phone
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(888) 261-3103
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708 Pulaski Street
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Fax
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(217) 735-4626
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Lincoln, IL 62656
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Emergency Phone
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(888) 261-3103
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Chemtrec Phone
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(800) 424-9300
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Date Prepared
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June 15, 1996
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Revised
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April 1, 1999
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Section I – Product Identification
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Product Name:
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Fabric Protector
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Chemical Name:
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Mixture
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NFPA Hazard Classification:
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Health – 1, Flammability – 2, Reactivity – 0
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Section II – Hazardous Ingredients/Identity Information
The specific chemical identities of the ingredients are considered to be trade secrets and are withheld in accordance with the provisions of 1910.1200 of Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations.
Mixture is an eye and skin irritant. Mixture is not considered a carcinogen by IARC or NTP. All components are registered with TSCA. This mixture is reasonably believed not to contain any toxic chemicals in quantities subject to reporting requirements of SARA (1986, Section 313, Title III) and 40 CFR 372.
Recommended Occupational Exposure Limit 100 Parts Per Million (8 Hour Time Weighted Average) is based upon the ACGIH recommendation for components of the same chemical family.
Section III – Physical/Chemical Characteristics
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Initial Boiling Point
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179°C
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Specific Gravity (H2O=1)
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0.76
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Vapor Pressure (mm Hg at 68° F)
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ca 1.9
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Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate=1)
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< 1
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Percent Volatile by Volume
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99.5%
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Vapor Density (Air=1)
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5.3
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Solubility in Water
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Non-stable emulsion
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Appearance & Odor
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Amber Liquid with Mild Aroma
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Section IV – Fire and Explosion Hazard Data
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Flash Point (TCC)
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120°F
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Autoignition&
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Not Determined
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Flammability Limits in Air
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Lower Explosive Limit: 1.0%, Upper Explosive Limit: 7.0%
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Extinguishing Media
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Water-fog, foam, CO2, Dry Chemical, Use water as "spray only"
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Special Fire Fighting Procedures
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Water may spread fire
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Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards
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Combustible - Keep away from heat, sparks & open flame
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Section V – Reactivity Data
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Stability
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Stable
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Conditions to Avoid
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Heat, sparks & open flame
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Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid)
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Strong Oxidizing Agents
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Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts
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If burned, normal combustion products are Carbon Dioxide & Carbon Monoxide
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Hazardous Polymerization
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Will not occur
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Section VI – Health Hazard Data & Primary Routes of Exposure
The contents of this mixture have not been tested whole for safety on animals or humans, individual materials present, pose the following health hazards when tested individually at 100%.
Effects of Overexposure:
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Eyes
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Irritating
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Skin
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Local irritation.
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Inhalation
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Not Determined
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Ingestion
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Harmful if swallowed. Obtain medical care.
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Emergency and First Aid Procedures:
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Eyes
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Flush with water for 15 minutes and get medical attention. Remove contact lens if worn.
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Skin
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Immediately flush skin with soap and plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing.
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Inhalation
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Remove to area of fresh air. Get medical attention if effects are persistent.
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Ingestion
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Seek immediate medical care. Do not induce vomiting. Drink milk or water to dilute substance. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
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Section VII – Precautions for Safe Handling and Use
Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled:
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Small
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Confine and isolate spill. Pick up spilled material with absorbants.
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Large
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Confine and isolate spill. Pick up spilled materials with absorbants or pump. Store used absorbants in approved covered waste can or soak with water before disposal..
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Waste Disposal Method:
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Small
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Check federal, state, and local regulations.
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Large
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Check federal, state, and local regulations.
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Handling & Storing:
Store in cool dry place in sealed containers. Keep out of the reach of children.
Section VIII – Control Measures
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Respiratory Protection
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Use in well-ventilated area.
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Ventilation
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Mechanical (general) ventilation is usually adequate.
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Protective Gloves
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Nitrile or Rubber.
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Eye Protection
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Chemical goggles.
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Other Protective Clothing or Equip
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Eye bath, safety shower. Safety glasses should be worn.
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Work/Hygienic Practices
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Practice good personal hygiene. Wash after handling.
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Section IX – Transportation Data
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Proper Shipping Name
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Combustible Liquid, N.O.S.
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DOT Identification Number
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NA 1993
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DOT Hazard Class
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Combustible Liquid (for shipments of 110 Gallons or more).
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The information and recommendations set forth herein are presented in good faith and believed to be correct and reliable. HARD BALL Chemical Co. makes no representation as to the completeness or accuracy thereof and supplies information upon the condition that the persons receiving same will make their own determination as to its suitability for their purpose prior to use.
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