MSDS
MSDS No: OTH080E5
Issue Date: 10 June 2005
Page: 2 of 4
SECTION 5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flashpoint / Method: Not applicable.
Flammability: LEL = Not Applicable, UEL = Not applicable
Extinguishing Not applicable.
Media:
Special Fire None.
Fighting
Procedure:
Unusual Fire and None
Explosion
Hazards:
Hazardous Combustion, after water is boiled off, will produce oxides
Decomposition of carbon.
Products:
SECTION 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Spill or See Section 8 for required personal protective equipment. Contain
Leak spill, stop source of leak, pump spilled material into salvage
Procedures: container, soak up remaining material with absorbent such as sand or
clay. Prevent product from entering potable or natural water systems.
Determine if reporting is required under CERCLA.
SECTION 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling: Avoid prolonged and repeated skin contact. Launder contaminated
clothing before reuse.
Storage: Store away from direct heat source and strong oxidizing agents.
Other: Do not pressurize, cut, weld, braze, drill, grind or heat empty
containers as some flammable, hazardous or combustible residue may be
present. Avoid breathing mist. For industrial use only.
SECTION 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Ventilation: Recommended to maintain mist below TLV limit.
Respiratory For operations where the exposure limit may be exceeded, a NIOSH
Protection: approved organic vapor respirator or supplied air respirator is
recommended. Equipment selection depends on contaminant type and
concentration, select in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.134 and good
industrial hygiene practice.
Skin
Protection: Oil/Chemical resistant gloves to minimize skin contact.
Eye Goggles or face shield if contact is expected.
Protection:
Other: Eye wash and safety shower should be available.
SECTION 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Boiling Point: 238 °F / 114 °C
Melting Point: Not determined
Vapor Pressure: Not determined
Vapor Density: 1.14 (Air = 1)
Volatile Components: Nil.
Solubility In Water: 100%
pH: Not determined
Specific Gravity: 1.039
Evaporation Rate: 3.4
Appearance: Ice blue liquid.
Odor: Soapy fragrance.
Will Dissolve In: Water
Material Is: Liquid