Polaris Material Safety Data Sheet
Polaris Sales Inc. Emergency: 800-424-9300
2100 Highway 55
Medina, MN 55340 Information: 763-542-0500
www.polarisindustries.com
SECTION 1 CHEMICAL PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Product: POLARIS CARBON CLEAN
Synonyms/Other: Carbon Clean Plus
MSDS Number: 0129
Product Type: Fuel additive
Preparation/Revision Date: 8/4/2010
SECTION 2 COMPOSITION INFORMATION
INGREDIENTS CAS # % OSHA OSHA ACGIH SKIN
TWA STEL TWA
Light hydrotreated distillate 64742-47-8 -- 100 ppm 100 ppm 100 ppm NO
Stoddard Solvent 8052-41-3 -- 100 ppm 100 ppm 100 ppm NO
Light aromatic solvent naphtha 64742-95-6 -- -- -- -- NO
Trimethylbenzene, 1,2,4- 95-63-6 <10 25 ppm -- -- NO
Xylene 1330-20-7 <5 100 ppm 100 ppm -- NO
Comments: * - applicable to oil mist, not defined for base oils.
TWA ?Time Weighted Average is the employee's average airborne exposure in any 8-hour work shift
of a 40-hour work week which shall not be exceeded.
STEL ?Short Term Exposure Limit is the employee's 15-minute time weighted average exposure
which shall not be exceeded at any time during a work day unless another time limit is specified.
SECTION 3 HAZARDOUS IDENTIFICATION
WARNING:
- MAY BE HARMFUL IF INHALED.
- FLAMMABLE.
- MAY CAUSE EYE IRRITATION.
- HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED.
Eye contact: Direct contact may cause irritation, redness, tearing and blurred vision.
Skin contact: Avoid prolonged skin contact. This product contains materials that may cause
skin irritation. Prolonged or repeated contact may result in dermatitis (dryness,
chapping and reddening of skin).
Inhalation: Overexposure by inhalation of material may cause nonspecific discomfort, such
as nausea, headache, or weakness. Caution should be taken to prevent
aerosolization or misting of this product without proper respiratory protection.
Ingestion: Do not ingest. Primary danger is due to lung aspiration. Due to the very light
viscosity aspiration may be expected.. Should aspiration occur, may lead to
chemical pneumonitis which is characterized by pulmonary edema and
hemorrhage and may be fatal. Signs of lung involvement include increased
respiratory rate, increased heart rate, and a bluish discoloration of the skin.
Coughing, choking and gagging are often noted at the time of aspiration. This
product has laxative properties and may result in abdominal cramps and
diarrhea.
Other: Not applicable.
SECTION 4 FIRST AID MEASURES
Eye contact: Check for and remove contact lenses. Flush eyes with cool, clean, low-
pressure water for at least 15 minutes. Hold eyelids apart to ensure complete
irrigation of the eye and eyelid tissue. If irritation persists seek medical
attention.
Skin contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash contaminated area thoroughly with soap
and water. If redness or irritation occurs, seek medical attention. Wash
contaminated clothing before reuse.
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Inhalation: If overcome by inhalation of vapors, remove to fresh air. Use oxygen if there is
difficulty breathing or artificial respiration if breathing has stopped. Do not leave
victim unattended. Seek immediate medical attention if necessary.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting unless directed by a physician. Give 2 glasses of water
or milk.
During vomiting there is a danger of aspirating liquid into lungs, causing serious
damage and chemical pneumonitis. If spontaneous vomiting occurs keep head
below hips to prevent aspiration and monitor for breathing difficulty. Gastric
lavage should be performed only by qualified medical personnel. Keep affected
person warm and at rest. Seek immediate medical attention.
Other: Not applicable.
SECTION 5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flash point: 43癈 (109癋) by ASTM D 92 (COC).
Flammable limits: Not determined.
Extinguishing media: Use water spray, dry chemical, alcohol foam, all purpose AFFF or carbon
dioxide to extinguish fire.
Special firefighting
procedures: Evacuate area and fight fire from a safe distance. If leak or spill has not ignited,
ventilate area and use water spray to disperse gas or vapor and to protect
personnel attempting to stop a leak.
Use water spray to cool adjacent structures and to protect personnel. Shut off
source of flow if possible (safely). Stay away from storage tank ends.
Withdraw immediately in case of rising sound from venting safety device or any
discoloration of storage tank due to fire.
Fire fighters must wear MSHA/NIOSH approved positive pressure breathing
apparatus (SCBA) with full face mask and full protective equipment.
Unusual fire &
explosion hazards: Dense smoke may be generated while burning. Toxic fumes, gases or vapors
may evolve on burning. High temperatures may create heavy flammable
vapors that may settle along ground level and low spots to create an invisible
fire hazard.
Byproducts of
combustion: Fires involving this product may release oxides of carbon, nitrogen and sulfur;
reactive hydrocarbons and irritating vapors.
Autoignition
temperature: Not determined.
Explosion data: Not determined. Care should always be exercised in dust/mist areas.
Other: Not applicable.
SECTION 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Spill control
procedures (land): Immediately turn off or isolate any source of ignition (pilot lights, electrical
equipment, flames, heaters, etc.). Evacuate area and ventilate. Personnel
wearing proper protective equipment should contain spill immediately with inert
materials (sand, earth, chemical spill pads of cotton) by forming dikes. Dikes
should be placed to contain spill in a manner that will prevent material from
entering sewers and waterways. Large spill, once contained, may be picked up
using explosion proof, non-sparking vacuum pumps, shovels, or buckets, and
disposed of in suitable containers for disposal. If a large spill occurs notify
appropriate authorities. In case of road spill or accident contact Chem-Trec
(800-424-9300).
Spill control
procedures (water): Try to contain large spills with floating booms to prevent spill from spreading.
Remove from surface by skimming or with suitable adsorbents. If a large spill
occurs notify appropriate authorities (normally the National Response Center or
Coast Guard at 800-424-8802).
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Waste disposal
method: Most oil based products are incinerated, land-filled or reclaimed. All disposals
must comply with federal, state, and local regulations. The material, if spilled or
discarded may be a regulated waste. Refer to state and local regulations.
Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations may apply for transporting this
material when spilled. See Section 14.
Other: CAUTION - If spilled material is cleaned up using a regulated solvent, the
resulting waste mixture will be regulated.
SECTION 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling procedures: Keep containers closed when not in use. Do not transfer to unmarked
containers. Fire extinguishers should be kept readily available. See NFPA 30
and OSHA 1910.106 -- Flammable and Combustible Liquids. Empty containers
retain product residue which may exhibit hazards of material, therefore do not
pressurize, cut, glaze, weld, or use for any other purposes. Return drums to
reclamation centers for proper cleaning and reuse.
Storage procedures: Store containers away from heat, sparks, open flame, or oxidizing materials.
Additional information: No additional information.
SECTION 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Personal protection: Applicable mainly to persons in repeated contact situations such as packaging
of product, service/maintenance, and cleanup/spill control personnel.
Respiratory protection: None required if airborne cnocentrations are maintained below threshold limits
listed on page one. Otherwise a respiratory protection program meeting OSHA
1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements must be followed. Where misting may
occur, wear an MSHA/NIOSH approved (or equivalent) half-mask form
dust/mist air purifying respirator.
Eye protection: Eye protection is strongly recommended. If material is handled such that it
could be splashed into the eyes, wear safety glasses with side shields or
vented/splash proof goggles (ANSI Z87.1 or approved equivalent).
Hand protection: Impervious gloves such as neoprene or nitrile rubber to avoid skin sensitization
and absorption.
Other protection: Use of an apron and overboots of chemically impervious materials such as
neoprene or nitrile rubber is recommended to avoid skin sensitization and
absorption. If handling hot material use insulated protective equipment.
Launder soiled clothes. Properly dispose of contaminated leather articles and
other materials which cannot be decontaminated.
Local control
measures: Use adequate ventilation when working with material in an enclosed area.
Mechanical methods such as fume hoods or area fans may be used to reduce
localized vapor/mist areas. If vapor or mist is generated when the material
handled, adequate ventilation in accordance with good engineering practice
must be provided to maintain concentrations below the specifed exposure.
Eyewash stations and showers should be available in areas where this material
is used and stored.
Other: Consumption of food and drink should be avoided in work areas where product
is present. Always wash hands and face with soap and water before eating,
drinking or smoking.
SECTION 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Vapor pressure: Not determined.
API gravity: 35.0?at 15.6癈 (60.0癋).
Density: 7.08 lbs/gal at 15.6癈 (60.0癋).
Specific gravity: 0.85 at 15.6癈 (60.0癋).
Solubility: Negligible in water, soluble in most hydrocarbon solvents.
Percent volatile: 100%.
Vapor density (air=1): >1.
Evaporation rate
(n-Butyl Acetate=1): Not determined.
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Odor: Mild, oily odor.
Appearance: Amber to brown, thin fluid.
Viscosity: 1.9 cSt at 100癈 (212癋).
5.6 cSt at 40癈 (104癋).
Boiling point: Not determined.
Pour/Freeze point: Not determined.
Other: Not applicable.
SECTION 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Material is stable at room temperatures and pressure.
Conditions to avoid: Avoid high temperatures and product contamination.
Incompatibility with
other materials: Avoid contact with acids and oxidizing materials.
Decomposition
products: Smoke, carbon monoxide and dioxide, and other aldehydes of incomplete
combustion. Oxides of carbon, nitrogen and sulfur, and phosphorus; reactive
hydrocarbons and irritating vapors.
Hazardous
polymerization: Will not occur.
Other: Not applicable.
SECTION 11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Oral toxicity: Not determined.
Dermal toxicity: Not determined.
Inhalation toxicity: On rare occasions, prolonged and repeated exposure to oil mist poses a risk of
pulmonary disease such as chronic lung inflammation. This condition is usually
asymptotic as a result of repeated small aspirations. Shortness of breath and
cough are the most common symptoms. Based on data from similar materials.
Dermal sensitization: Prolonged or repeated contact may make skin more sensitive to other skin
sensitizers. Based on data from similar materials.
Chronic toxicity: Not determined.
Carcinogenicity: The known components of this material are not listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA or
ACGIH as known carcinogens.
Mutagenicity: Not determined.
Reproductive toxicity: Not determined.
Other: The finished material has not been evaluated for toxicology. Data supplied is
based upon component evaluations.
This product contains xylene, a chemical that has been reported to cause
developmental toxicity in rats and mice exposed by inhalation during
pregnancy. The effects noted consisted of delayed development and minor
skeletal variations; additionally, when pregnant mice were exposed by
ingestion to a level that killed nearly one-third of the test group, lethality
(resorptions) and malformations (primarily cleft palate) occurred. Malformations
have not been reported following inhalation exposure. Because of the very high
levels of exposure used in these studies, we do not believe that their results
imply an increased risk of reproductive toxicity to workers exposed to xylene
levels at or below the exposure standard.
Xylene has given negative results in several mutagen testing assays including
the Ames assay. In a cancer study sponsored by the National Toxicology
Program (NTP), technical grade xylene gave no evidence of carcinogenicity in
rats or mice dosed daily for two years.
Mixed xylenes have been shown to cause probable hearing loss in rats
exposed to 800 ppm in the air for 14 hours per day for six weeks. Although no
information is available for lower concentrations, other chemicals that cause
hearing loss in rats at relatively high concentrations do not cause hearing loww
at low concentrations. Men exposed to 135 to 400 ppm of m-xylene for over 3
hours per day for a total of 4 days showed no hearing loss. Worker exposure to
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xylenes at the permissible exposure limit (100 ppm, time-weighted average) is
not expected to cause hearing loss.
This material contains (1-methylethyl)-benzene. Two subchronic inhalation
studies, in which rats of each sex were exposed for six hours/day, five
days/week for thirteen weeks to 0, 50, 100, 500 or 1200 ppm cumene vapor,
found that rats exposed to 500 and 1200 ppm had increases in weights of liver,
kidneys and adrenals, and microscopic changes in the kidneys. Decreased
motor activity in male rats exposed to 500 and 1200 ppm observed in the first
study was not duplicated in the second study. Cataracts in the lenses of the
eyes which in both treated and untreated rats in the first study were not
staticstically higher in treated animals in the second study, indicating that
cumene did not cause cataracts. There were no exposure-related changes in
hearing (auditory brainstem response), spermatogenesis or responses in the
functional observation battery.
In inhalation developmental toxicity studies, there was no evidence of
developmental effects either in rabbits exposed to levels up to 2300 ppm on
days 6-18 of gestation or in rats exposed to levels up to 1200 ppm on days 6-15
of gestation.
SECTION 12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Environmental toxicity: Not determined. However, this material may be toxic to aquatic organisms and
should be kept out of sewage and drainage systems and all bodies of water.
Environmental fate: Not determined.
Other: Not applicable.
SECTION 13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste disposal: Product contains up to 1% (1-methylethyl)-benzene, which is categorized by
U055 (toxic) by RCRA. 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 product unadulterated by other materials
may be classified as a non-regulated waste in some areas - but still needs to be
disposed of at approved facilities. Waste management should be in full
compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
Disposal consideration: Most used and non-use oils are incinerated by licensed burner facilities for heat
value, or reclaimed by oil recycling services. Look in a local telephone directory
or internet for headings under, 'Waste', 'Waste Services', 'Waste Disposal' for
companies licensed to handle such material. Additional information can be
obtained from local EPA, DNR, Sewer and Land-Fill sites. Unused, packaged
fluids may be donated to other companies or charities (fluids MUST be unused).
Other: The transportation, storage, treatment and disposal of RCRA waste material
must be conducted in compliance with 40 CFR 262, 263, 264, 268 and 270.
Disposal can only occur in properly permitted facilities. Check state and local
regulations for any additional requirements as these may be more restrictive
than federal laws and regulations. Chemical additions, processing or otherwise
altering this material may make the waste management information presented
in this MSDS incomplete, inaccurate or otherwise inappropriate. Disposal of
this material must be conducted in compliance with all federal, state, and local
regulations.
SECTION 14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
U.S. DOT shipping
description: FLAMMABLE LIQUID, N.O.S, (CONTAINS LIGHT AROMATIC SOLVENT
NAPTHA), RQ (XYLENE)
U.S. DOT identification UN1993
number:
U.S. DOT hazard 3
classification:
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Packaging class: III
Other: Not applicable.
SECTION 15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
Clean water act/oil
pollution act: Under Section 311 of the Clean Water Act (40 CFR 110) and the Oil Pollution
Control Act of 1990, this material is considered an oil. Any spill or discharges
that produce a visible sheen or film on surface of water, or in waterways,
ditches, or sewers leading to surface water must be reported. Contact the
National Response Center at 800-424-8802.
Material contains (1-methylethyl)-benzene, a listed DOT Marine Pollutant.
TSCA: All components of this material are listed in the U.S. TSCA Inventory.
Other TSCA: Not applicable.
SARA Title III: Section 302/304 extremely hazardous substances:
None.
Section 311, 312 hazard categorization:
Acute (immediate health effects): YES
Chronic (delayed health effects): NO
Fire (hazard): YES
Reactivity (hazard): NO
Pressure (sudden release hazard): NO
Section 313 toxic chemicals:
Xylene
1,2,4-trimethylbenzene.
(1-methylethyj)-benzene.
CERCLA: For stationary/moving sources ?reportable quantity (due to):
80,000 pounds due to xylene (<2.5%).
Other: Xylene is additionally listed by the following chemical lists: Massachusetts'
RTK, IARC Group 2B, Pennsylvania RTK, New Jersey RTK, CERCLA 302.4,
Minnesota RTK.
Light aromatic solvent naphtha is additionally listed by the following chemical
lists: TSCA Section 8(d).
1,2,4-trimethylbenzene is additionally listed by the following chemical lists:
Massachusetts' RTK, IARC Group 2B, Pennsylvania RTK, New Jersey RTK,
Minnesota RTK, TSCA Section 12(b), TSCA Section 4(a), Canadian WHMIS.
(1-methylethyl)-benzene is additionally listed by the following chemical lists:
Massachusetts' RTK, Pennsylvania RTK, New Jersey RTK, CERCLA 302.4,
Minnesota RTK, DOT Marine Pollutant, TSCA Section 12(b), TSCA Section
8(d), TSCA Section 4(a), Canadian WHMIS.
(1-methylethyl)-benzene is also listed as a Hazardous Air Pollutant (40 CFR
Part 63 Table 1 to Subpart F) for the following:
- SOCMI Chemical - Yes
- Hazardous Air Pollutant - Yes (42 U.S.C. 7412(b)(1))
- Organic Hazardous Air Pollutant - Yes (40 CFR Part 63 Table 2 to Subpart F)
- Volatile Hazardous Air Pollutant - Yes (40 CFR Part 63 Table 2 to Subpart JJ)
WHMIS Classification:
Class B, Division 3: Combustible Liquids
Class D, Division 2, Subdivision B: Toxic Material
- Skin or Eye Irritation
- Skin Sensitization
A release of this product, as supplied, is exempt from reporting under the
Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act
(CERCLA) by the petroleum exclusion. However, releases may be reportable
to the Nation Response Center under the Clean Water Act, 33 U.S.C.
1321(b)(3) and (5) - see head of Section 15. Failure to report may result in
substantial civil and criminal penalties.
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Recommend contacting the local authorities in the event of any type of spill to
determine local reporting requirements and also to aid in the cleanup.
SECTION 16 OTHER INFORMATION
NFPA 704 NPCA-HMIS KEY
HEALTH: 1 1 0 = Minimal
FIRE: 2 2 1 = Slight
REACTIVITY: 0 0 2 = Moderate
SPECIFIC HAZARD: NONE N/A 3 = Serious
PROTECTION INDEX: N/A B 4 = Severe
Precautionary labels: - MAY CAUSE EYE IRRITATION.
- MAY CAUSE SKIN IRRITATION.
- COMBUSTIBLE.
This product may be formulated in part with components purchased from other companies. In many
instances, especially when proprietary or trade secret materials are used. Polaris must rely upon
information provided by those materials manufacturers or distributors.
Creation date: 02/12/2000
File: Polaris Carb Cleaner (0129)
Version: IV
INFORMATION PROVIDED IN THIS MSDS IS CONSIDERED ACCURATE AND RELIABLE BASED ON INFORMATION ISSUED FROM INTERNAL AND
OUTSIDE SOURCES TO THE BEST OF POLARIS'S KNOWLEDGE. HOWEVER, POLARIS MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS, GUARANTEES OR
WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR THE PARTICULAR PURPOSE, REGARDING THE ACCURACY OF
SUCH INFORMATION OR THE RESULT TO BE OBTAINED FROM THE USE THEREOF, OR AS TO THE SUFFICIENCY OF THE INFORMATION HEREIN
PRESENTED. POLARIS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR INJURY TO RECIPIENT OR TO THIRD PERSONS OR FOR ANY DAMAGE TO ANY
PROPERTY AND RECIPIENT ASSUMES ALL SUCH RISKS.
Revisions / Comments:
Updated and revised the following:
MSDS format verion F
Section 1
Section 2
Section 14
Section 15
Section 16
MSDS reviewed: 07/30/2007
Section 14: 04/15/2008
Section 1: Removed part numbers and updated revision date 8/4/2010
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