Material Safety Data Sheet
Prepared in accordance with ISO 11014-1/ANSI standard Z400.1-2004
Print Date Feb-10-2009 Revision Date Feb-10-2009
1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product code 9731
Product name Retarder
Manufacturer or supplier's details Emergency Telephone Number
UNITED STATES UNITED KINGDOM USA: Chemtrec: 1-800-424-9300
Nazdar Company Nazdar Limited Outside USA: Chemtrec: 1-703-527-3887
8501 Hedge Lane Terrace 7 Barton Road
Shawnee, KS 66227 Heaton Mersey Industrial Estate Website: www.nazdar.com
Tel: 1-913-422-1888 Stockport, Chesire SK4 3EG MSDS Information: 1-913-422-1888 ext 2305
Tel: 1-800-677-4657 Tel: +44 161 442 2111 MSDS Contact: Regulatory Compliance
Fax: 1-913-422-2294 email: regcomp@nazdar.com
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
This product is a preparation. Health hazard information is based on its components.
Appearance Water-white.
Flammable Properties Combustible liquid and vapor.
Emergency Overview Harmful. Irritant.
Eyes Moderately irritating to the eyes. Risk of serious damage to eyes. Avoid contact with eyes.
Skin May cause skin irritation and/or dermatitis.
Inhalation Inhalation of high vapour concentrations may cause symptoms like headache, dizziness,
tiredness, nausea and vomiting.
Ingestion Harmful if swallowed. Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting and
diarrhea.
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Component CAS-No Weight %
Ethyl 3-Ethoxypropionate 763-69-9 30 - 60
Gamma Butyrolactone 96-48-0 30 - 60
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Skin Contact Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water. Use a mild soap if available. Rinse
immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing. If
irritation develops, get medical attention.
Eye Contact Immediately flush with plenty of water. After initial flushing, remove any contact lenses and
continue flushing for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention immediately if irritation
develops and persists.
Inhalation Move to fresh air. If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If breathing is irregular or
stopped, administer artificial respiration. Get medical attention immediately.
Ingestion If swallowed, DO NOT induce vomiting. Call a physician or Poison Control Centre
immediately. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Flammable Properties Combustible liquid and vapor.
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Suitable Extinguishing Media Foam. Carbon dioxide (CO2). Dry chemical. Water spray. Use extinguishing measures that
are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment.
Protective Equipment and As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH
Precautions for Firefighters (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear. Keep away from fire, sparks and heated
surfaces. Keep container tightly closed. Cool containers / tanks with water spray. Fire or
intense heat may cause violent rupture of packages.
Specific Hazards Arising from the Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and vapours. Burning produces
Chemical obnoxious and toxic fumes.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precautions Remove all sources of ignition. Heat, flames and sparks. Ventilate the area. Avoid breathing
dust or vapor. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Evacuate personnel to safe areas.
Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak.
Methods for Cleaning Up Contain spillage, soak up with non-combustible absorbent material, (e.g. sand, earth,
diatomaceous earth, vermiculite) and transfer to a container for disposal according to local /
national regulations (see section 13). Do not use sparking tools.
Environmental Precautions Prevent product from entering drains. Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. If
the product contaminates rivers and lakes or drains inform respective authorities.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Ensure adequate ventilation. Remove and wash
contaminated clothing before re-use. Discard contaminated shoes. When using do not
smoke. Take notice of labels and material safety data sheets for the working chemicals. Do
not take internally. Harmful or fatal if swallowed.
Storage Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Keep container closed
when not in use. Keep out of the reach of children. Keep away from heat and sources of
ignition. Take notice of the directions of use on the label.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Guidelines
Component Weight % ACGIH TLV OSHA PEL Ontario TWAEV
TWA: 300 mg/m3 TWA: 50
Ethyl 3-Ethoxypropionate 30 - 60
ppm
Engineering Measures Use only with adequate ventilation. Use ventilation adequate to keep exposures below
recommended exposure limits. See MSDS. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable
respiratory equipment.
Personal Protective Equipment
Respiratory Protection Use the indicated respiratory protection if the occupational exposure limit is exceeded and/or
in case of product release (dust). Respirator with a vapour filter.
Eye Protection Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location. Avoid
contact with eyes. Safety glasses with side-shields. Goggles. Face-shield.
Skin Protection Wear protective gloves/clothing. Solvent-resistant apron and boots.
General Hygiene Considerations Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Ensure that eyewash
stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location. Wash hands before eating,
drinking, or smoking. Remove and wash contaminated clothing before re-use. Regular
cleaning of equipment, work area and clothing. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing.
Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection.
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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance Water-white Physical State Liquid
Odor Characteristic Odor Threshold No information available
pH No information available Autoignition Temperature No information available
Boiling point/Boiling Range >149癈 / >300癋 Melting Point/Range No information available
Freezing Point/Range No information available Solubility No information available
Evaporation Rate No information available Partition Coefficient (n- No information available
octanol/water)
Vapour Pressure No information available Vapour Density Heavier than air
Flammability (solid, gas) No information available
Flammability Limits in Air Flash Point 63癈 / 145癋
Upper No information available Method Pensky Martens Closed Cup (PMCC)
Lower No information available
Photochemically Reactive No
Weight Per Gallon (lbs/gal) 8.584 Specific Gravity 1.03
VOC by weight 100 VOC by volume 100
VOC lbs/gal 8.645 VOC grams/liter 1035.899
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability Stable under normal conditions.
Conditions to Avoid Heat, flames and sparks.
Incompatible Products Strong acids. Strong bases. Strong oxidizing agents. Reducing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and vapours. Carbon dioxide
(CO2). Carbon monoxide.
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions None under normal processing.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute Toxicity
Component LD50 Oral LD50 Dermal LC50 Inhalation
Ethyl 3-Ethoxypropionate 3200 mg/kg ( Rat ) 10 mL/kg ( Rabbit )
Gamma Butyrolactone 1540 mg/kg ( Rat ) 2.68 mg/L ( Rat ) 4 h
Chronic Toxicity
Sensitisation No information available
Mutagenic Effects No information available
Reproductive Effects No information available
Developmental Effects No information available
Teratogenicity No information available
Chronic Effects Exposure to component solvent vapour concentrations in excess of the stated occupational
exposure limit may result in adverse health effect, such as mucous membrane and
respiratory system irritation and adverse effect on kidney, liver and central nervous system.
Target Organ Effects No information available
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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity
We have no quantitative data concerning the ecological effects of this product. Environmental fate information is derived from
consideration of the properties of the ingredients. Should not be released into the environment.
Component Freshwater Algae Freshwater Fish Water Flea
Ethyl 3-Ethoxypropionate 96 Hr LC50 Pimephales 48 Hr EC50 Daphnia magna: 970 mg/L
promelas: 62 mg/L [static]
Gamma Butyrolactone 72 Hr EC50 Scenedesmus 96 Hr LC50 Leuciscus idus: 48 Hr EC50 Daphnia magna Straus: >500 mg/L
subspicatus: 360 mg/L; 96 Hr 220-460 mg/L [static]
EC50 Scenedesmus
subspicatus: 79 mg/L
Persistence and Degradability No information available
Bioaccumulation No information available
Mobility in Environmental Media No information available
Component log Pow
Ethyl 3-Ethoxypropionate 1.35
Gamma Butyrolactone -0.566
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste Disposal Methods Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulation.
Contaminated Packaging Empty containers should be taken to an approved waste handling site for recycling or
disposal.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT
Printing Ink Related Material, Liquid, Not Regulated
ICAO/IATA
Not classified as dangerous in the meaning of transport regulations
IMDG/IMO
Not classified as dangerous in the meaning of transport regulations
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
International Inventories
Listed on TSCA. For further information, please contact: Manufacturer, importer, supplier
U.S. Federal Regulations
SARA 313 Section 313 of Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986
(SARA). This product does not contain any chemicals which are subject to the reporting
requirements of the Act and Title 40 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 372
Clean Air Act, Section 112 Hazardous Air Pollutants (HAPs) (see 40 CFR 61)
This product does not contain any HAPs.
U.S. State Regulations
California Prop. 65 WARNING! This product contains a chemical known in the State of California to cause
cancer. WARNING! This product contains a chemical known in the State of California to
cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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Component CAS-No Weight %
Formaldehyde 50-00-0 < 0.01
State Right-to-Know
Component Minnesota Florida New Jersey Pennsylvania Massachusetts Rhode Island
Ethyl 3-Ethoxypropionate Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed
Gamma Butyrolactone Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed Not Listed
Canada
This product has been classified according to the hazard criteria of the CPR and the MSDS contains all of the information required by
the CPR
Component WHMIS Classifications of Components
Ethyl 3-Ethoxypropionate B3, D2B
Component NPRI - National Pollutant Release Inventory
Ethyl 3-Ethoxypropionate Part 4 Substance
Gamma Butyrolactone Part 4 Substance
REACH: Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC): Article 57 of Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006
Does NOT contain a listed substance
Health Flammability Instability PPE
HMIS:
3* 2 0 X
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Revision Date Feb-10-2009
Revision Summary New MSDS format
Disclaimer
The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the
date of its publication. The information given is designed only as a guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage,
transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a warranty or quality specification. The information relates
only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other
materials or in any process, unless specified in the text
End of MSDS
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