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Material Safety Data Sheet
1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification
Manufacturer: WD-40 Company
Address: 1061 Cudahy Place (92110)
P.O. Box 80607
San Diego, California, USA
92138 –0607
Telephone:
Emergency only: 1-888-324-7596
(PROSAR)
Information: 1-888-324-7596
Trade Name: Spot Shot and Spot Shot
Professional (Aerosol)
Chemical Name: Organic Mixture
Product Use: Carpet Spot Remover
MSDS Date Of Preparation: 9/12/07
2 – Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview:
CAUTION! Contents under pressure. Avoid heat and flames. May cause eye, skin and respiratory
tract irritation. Harmful if intentionally inhaled. Harmful if absorbed through skin. May affect liver,
kidneys, blood, lymphatic system or central nervous system.
Symptoms of Overexposure:
Inhalation: Excessive inhalation can cause headache, drowsiness, nausea and lack of
coordination. Can cause irritation of respiratory tract.
Skin Contact: Can cause skin irritation. Harmful amounts may be absorbed through the skin with
symptoms similar to those under inhalation and ingestion.
Eye Contact: Liquid sprayed into eyes causes irritation and pain.
Ingestion: Symptoms are similar to those of inhalation including pain, diarrhea and vomiting. May
cause damage to the liver and kidneys.
Chronic Effects: 2-butoxyethanol has caused lymphatic system, blood, liver and kidney damage.
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: Pre-existing respiratory, skin, eye, liver, kidney
and lymphatic disorders.
Suspected Cancer Agent:
Yes No X
3 - Composition/Information on Ingredients
Ingredient CAS # Weight Percent
2-Butoxyethanol 111-76-2 <15%
Liquefied Petroleum Gas 68476-85-7 <10%
See Section 8 for Exposure Limits
4 – First Aid Measures
Ingestion (Swallowed): Do not induce vomiting. Call a physician, poison control center, or the
WD-40 Safety Hotline at 1-888-324-7596. Rinse mouth with water and give one eight-ounce glass
of water to drink if the patient if conscious and responsive. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person.
Eye Contact: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting upper and
lower eyelids occasionally. Get medical attention if irritation persists.
Skin Contact: Wash skin with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before
reuse. Get medical attention if irritation persists or symptoms of exposure develop.
Inhalation (Breathing): Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If
breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention.