MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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Product: PGIND PROPYLENE GLYCOL - INDUSTRIAL
First Issued: 7/1/2004
1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
PGIND PROPYLENE GLYCOL - INDUSTRIAL
COMMERCIAL PRODUCT NAME:
Glycol
CHEMICAL NAME AND/OR FAMILY OR DESCRIPTION:
Vitusa Products, Inc.
COMPANY/SUPPLIER:
343 Snyder Avenue
Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922
(908) 665-2900
Phone
(908) 665-2662
Fax
(800) 884-8872
24 Hour Emergency Phone Number:
(800) 424-9300
CHEMTREC:
2. COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
THE CRITERIA FOR LISTING COMPONENTS IN THE COMPOSITION SECTION ARE AS FOLLOWS: CARCINOGENS ARE LISTED WHEN
PRESENT AT 0.1 % OR GREATER; COMPONENTS WHICH ARE OTHERWISE HAZARDOUS ACCORDING TO OSHA ARE LISTED WHEN
PRESENT AT 1.0 % OR GREATER; NON-HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS ARE LISTED AT 3.0 % OR GREATER. THIS IS NOT INTENDED
TO BE COMPLETE COMPOSITIONAL DISCLOSURE. REFER TO SECTION 14 FOR APPLICABLE STATES' RIGHT TO KNOW AND
OTHER REGULATORY INFORMATION.
Product and/or Component(s) Carcinogenic According to:
OSHA IARC NTP OTHER NONE X
Composition: Exposure Limits Range in %
CAS Number
100.00
Chemical Name 57-55-6
1,2-propanediol
3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Appearance: Colorless mobile liquid
Odor: Mild
WARNING STATEMENT
ASPIRATION HAZARD IF SWALLOWED -
CAUTION! CAN ENTER LUNGS AND CAUSE DAMAGE
THIS PRODUCT IS NOT TO BE USED TO PRODUCE FOGS OR MISTS IN THEATRICAL, MUSICAL OR OTHER
ATTENTION:
ENTERTAINMENT PERFORMANCES
Hazardous Material Flammability
National Fire Protection
0
Fire
Information System
1
Association NFPA
1
(United States) (United States) 0 0
Reactivity Reactivity
Health Health
0
Personal protection Specific danger
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Product: PGIND PROPYLENE GLYCOL - INDUSTRIAL
3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION (CONTINUED)
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
Primary Route of Exposure
Eye__X__ Skin__X__ Inhalation__X__ Ingestion____
EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE
Acute:
Eyes: May cause minimal irritation, experienced as temporary discomfort.
Brief contact is not irritating. Prolonged contact, as with clothing wetted with material, may cause
defatting of skin or irritation, seen as local redness with possible mild discomfort. Other than the
potential skin irritation effects noted above, acute (short term) adverse effects are not expected from
Skin:
brief skin contact; see other effects, below, and Section 11 for information regarding potential long
term effects.
Vapors or mist, in excess of permissible concentrations, or in unusually high concentrations
Inhalation: generated from spraying, heating the material or as from exposure in poorly ventilated areas or
confined spaces, may cause irritation of the nose and throat, headache, nausea, and drowsiness.
If more than several mouthfuls are swallowed, abdominal discomfort, nausea, and diarrhea may
Ingestion: occur. Aspiration may occur during swallowing or vomiting resulting in lung damage.
Unknown
Sensitization Properties:
Chronic:
No adverse effects have been documented in humans as a result of chronic exposure. Section 11 may contain applicable animal data.
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure:
There is no evidence that this product aggravates an existing medical condition.
Other Remarks:
None
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Flush eyes with plenty of water for several minutes. Get medical attention if eye irritation persists.
Eyes:
Wash skin with plenty of soap and water for several minutes. Get medical attention if skin irritation develops or
Skin:
persists.
If person is conscious and can swallow, give two glasses of water (16 oz.), but do not induce vomiting. If vomiting
occurs, give fluids again. Have medical personnel determine if evacuation of stomach or induction of vomiting is
Ingestion:
necessary. Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious or convulsing person.
If irritation, headache, nausea, or drowsiness occurs, remove to fresh air. Get medical attention if breathing becomes
Inhalation:
difficult or respiratory irritation persists.
Aspiration of this product during induced emesis may result in severe lung injury. If evacuation of stomach is
Other Instructions: necessary, use method least likely to cause aspiration, such as gastric lavage after endotracheal intubation. Contact a
Poison Center for additional treatment information.
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5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Ignition Temperature - AIT (degrees C):
371.1 (700癋)
Flash Point (degrees C):
100 (212癋) (CC)
Flammable Limits % (Lower-Upper):
Lower: 2.6
Upper: 12.5
Recommended Fire Extinguishing Agents And Special Procedures:
Use water spray, dry chemical, foam, or carbon dioxide to extinguish flames. Use water spray to cool fire-exposed containers. Water
or foam may cause frothing.
Unusual or Explosive Hazards:
None
Special Protective Equipment for Firefighters:
No special equipment or procedures required.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES (Transportation Spills: CHEMTREC (800)424-9300)
Procedures in Case of Accidental Release, Breakage or Leakage:
Contain spill if possible, contain with absorbent materials such as clay or soil, and shovel up. Avoid skin and eye contact.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions to be Taken in
Handling: Minimum feasible handling temperatures should be maintained.
Storage: Periods of exposure to high temperatures should be minimized. Water contamination should be avoided.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Protective Equipment (Type)
Eye/Face Protection:
Safety glasses, chemical type goggles, or face shield recommended to prevent eye contact.
Skin Protection:
Workers should wash exposed skin several times daily with soap and water. Soiled work clothing should be laundered or
dry-cleaned.
Respiratory Protection:
Airborne concentrations should be kept to lowest levels possible. If vapor, mist or dust is generated and the occupational exposure
limit of the product, or any component of the product, is exceeded, use appropriate NIOSH or MSHA approved air purifying or air
supplied respirator after determining the airborne concentration of the contaminant. Air supplied respirators should always be
worn when airborne concentration of the contaminant or oxygen content is unknown.
Ventilation:
Local exhaust ventilation recommended if generating vapor, dust, or mist. If exhaust ventilation is not available or inadequate,
use MSHA or NIOSH approved respirator as appropriate.
Exposure Limit for the Total Product:
None established for product.
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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance:
Colorless mobile liquid
Odor:
Mild
Boiling Point (degrees C):
187.2 (369癋)
Melting/Freezing Point (degrees C):
<-60 (<-76癋)
Specific Gravity (water=1):
1.0381
pH:
6
Vapor Pressure:
<1 mm Hg at 25?(77癋)
C
Viscosity:
<20 cSt at 40?(104癋)
C
VOC Content:
28% by ASTM D 2369
Vapor Density (Air=1):
2.6
Solubility in Water (%):
>10
Other:
None
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
This Material Reacts Violently With:
Air Water Heat Strong Oxidizers Others None of these X
Comments:
None
Products Evolved When Subjected to Heat or Combustion:
Toxic levels of carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, irritating aldehydes and ketones.
Hazardous Polymerizations:
DO NOT OCCUR
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11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION (ANIMAL TOXICITY DATA)
Oral: LD50 > 5.00 g/kg (rat) practically non-toxic
Dermal: LD50 > 2.00 g/kg (rabbit) practically non-toxic
Inhalation: Believed to be practically non-toxic
IRRITATION INDEX, ESTIMATION OF IRRITATION (SPECIES)
Eyes: (Draize)Believed to be < 15.00 /110 (rabbit) no appreciable effect
Skin: (Draize) Believed to be < .50 /8.0 (rabbit) no appreciable effect
Sensitization: Not determined.
Other:
This product may contain residual (less than 5 ppm) concentrations of propylene oxide. There is evidence that propylene oxide
causes tumors in laboratory animals.
12. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
This product has been evaluated for RCRA characteristics and does not meet the criteria of a hazardous waste if
Waste Disposal Methods: discarded in its purchased form. Under RCRA, it is the responsibility of the user of the product to
determine at the time of disposal, whether the product meets RCRA criteria for hazardous waste. This is
because product uses, transformations, mixtures, processes, etc. may render the resulting materials hazardous
Remarks: None
13. TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
Transportation
DOT:
Not regulated
Proper Shipping Name:
Hazard Class: Not regulated
Identification Number: Not regulated
Packing Group: Not regulated
Label Required: Not regulated
IMDG
Not regulated
Proper Shipping Name:
ICAO
Not regulated
Proper Shipping Name:
TDG
Not regulated
Proper Shipping Name:
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13. TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION (CONTINUED)
Not regulated
Hazard Class:
Identification Number: Not regulated
Label Required: Not regulated
14. REGULATORY INFORMATION
FEDERAL REGULATIONS:
SARA Title III:
Section 302/304 Extremely Hazardous Substances
Chemical Name CAS Number Range in % TPQ RQ
None. 6
Section 311 Hazardous Categorization:
Acute Chronic Fire Pressure Reactive N/A X
Section 313 Toxic Chemical
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration
None.
CERCLA 102(a)/DOT Hazardous Substances:
Chemical Name CAS Number Range in % RQ
None.
States Right-to-Know Regulations:
Chemical Name State Right-to-know
None.
California Prop. 65:
The following detectable components of this product are substances, or belong to classes of substances, known to the
State of California to cause cancer and/or reproductive toxicity.
Chemical Name CAS Number
Residual propylene oxide (typical) 75-56-9
INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS:
TSCA Inventory Status:
This product, or its components, are listed on, or are exempt from the Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA) Chemical Substance
Inventory.
WHMIS Classification:
Not regulated.
Canadian Inventory Status:
This product, or its components, are listed on or are exempt from the Canadian Domestic Substance List (DSL).
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14. REGULATORY INFORMATION (CONTINUED)
EINECS Inventory Status:
This product, or its components, are listed on or are exempt from the European Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances
(EINECS) or the European List of Notified Chemical Substances (ELINCS).
Australian Inventory Status:
This product, or its components, are listed on or are exempt from the Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS).
Japan Inventory Status:
This product, or its components, are listed on or are exempt from the Japanese Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI)
inventory.
15. ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION
Aquatic Toxicity:
LC50-96hr Aquatic toxicity rating is believed to be > 100.00 mg/liter practically nontoxic
Mobility:
Not determined.
Persistence and Biodegradability:
This product is reported to have a moderate (>= 30%) rate of biodegradation in a test for ready biodegradation.
16. OTHER INFORMATION 7/1/2004
This product is not to be used to produce fogs or mists in theatrical, musical or other entertainment performances.
The information provided in this Material Safety Data Sheet has been complied from our experience and data presented in
various technical publications. Vitusa Products believes this information to be reliable and up to date as of the date of
publication, but makes no warranty that it is. It is the users responsibility to determine the suitability of the information
provided and to distribute it to those who will use, handle, store, transport, or may otherwise be exposed to this product.
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