ANSI Material Safety Data Sheet

Hercules Chemical Company, Inc.
MSDS # 309 - Hercules Base Hit II
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Hercules Base Hit II – MSDS # 309
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3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical Name CAS-No Weight %
Propylene Glycol 57-55-6 10-30
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Eye Contact
Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.
Skin Contact
Wash skin with soap and water
Inhalation
Not applicable.
Ingestion
Clean mouth with water and afterwards drink plenty of water
Notes to Physician
Treat symptomatically
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Flammable Properties
Not flammable
Flash Point
No data available
Suitable Extinguishing Media
Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local
circumstances and the surrounding environment.
Explosion Data
Sensitivity to mechanical impact
Not sensitive
Sensitivity to static discharge
Not sensitive
Specific Hazards Arising from the Chemical
Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and vapors. In the event of fire and/or explosion do not breathe fumes.
Product is or contains a sensitizer.
Protective Equipment and Precautions for Firefighters
A
s in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective
gear.
NFPA Health 0 Flammability 0 Instability 0 Physical Hazard -
HMIS Health 0 Flammability 0 Instability 0 Physical Hazard - Health 0 Flammability 0 Instability 0
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precautions
Use personal protective equipment. Avoid contact with the skin and the eyes. Do not touch or
walk through spilled material.
Methods for Containment
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.
Methods for Clean-up
Soak up with inert absorbent material. Pick up and transfer to properly labeled containers.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Storage
Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated place. Keep out of the reach of children.