ANSI Material Safety Data Sheet

Hercules Chemical Company, Inc.
Hercules Climate Smooth Soldering Paste – MSDS#390
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3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Component CAS Number Wt/Wt %
Zinc Chloride 7646-85-7 20-30
Petroleum Based
lubricating Oil
64742-58-1,
64742-57-0,
64741-62-7
20-30
Petrolatum 8009-03-8 30-50
Sorbitan Sesquioleate 8007-43-0 0.1-3.0
4. EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES.
Eye: Flush eyes with water for 15 minutes, lifting eye lids occasionally. Get medical attention if condition
worsens or if irritation persists.
Skin: Wipe away excess material with a towel. Wash affected area with soap and water. Remove contaminated
clothing.
Ingestion: Treat symptomatically. Do not induce vomiting. If conscious, dilute by giving large quantities of water
or milk. Call a physician immediately.
Inhalation: Not Applicable
Note: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flashpoint: 580°F
Boiling Point: N/A
Flammable Limits: N/A
Melting Point: 120°F-140°F
Extinguishing Media: Carbon dioxide (CO2), water fog or dry chemical
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: When heated above its flash point, this material will release flammable
vapors which can burn or be explosive in confined areas. Keep away from extreme heat and open flame.
Special Fire-Fighting Instructions: Do not use a direct stream of water. Product will float and can be reignited
on surface of water. Do not enter confined space without proper protective equipment.
Hazardous Combustion Products: Will not occur except at high temperatures.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Spills/Leak Control:
Contain and absorb with non-flammable absorbent material such as vermiculite. Pick up with a shovel and place
in a suitable container. Wash contaminated area thoroughly with soap and water. Prevent material from entering
surface water, or sewer drains.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling: Keep containers tightly closed. If handling large quantities, wear rubber gloves and safety glasses.
Storage: Store in original containers in a dry and cool place. Keep containers closed when not in use.