Material Safety Data Sheet
This MSDS is prepared in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200
WHMIS Class D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects Class: Irritating substance.
(TOXIC).
WHMIS (Pictograms) WHMIS (Classification) HCS
Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product Name/ Green Earth Floor Stripper Code
541
Trade name
Mixture.
CAS #
Floor Stripper
Synonym
Validation Date 3/2/2007
Chemical Family
3/23/2007
Print Date
Chemical Formula
Chemtrec (800) 424-9300
In Case of
Manufacturer/ Supplier Betco Corporation Emergency
1001 Brown Avenue
Toledo, Oh 43607
(419) 241-2156
TSCA Inventory: All components listed or are exempt from listing.
TSCA
Protective Clothing
DSL/ NDSL All components listed unless noted elsewhere on this MSDS
Section 2. Composition and Information on Ingredients
Name CAS # Exposure Limits
% by LC50/LD50
Weight
Benzyl Alcohol 100-51-6 10-15 TWA: 3 STEL: 6 (ppm) Not available.
Tripropylene Glycol Methyl Ether 25498-49-1 20-30 Not available. Not available.
Sodium Xylene Sulfonate 1300-72-7 1-10 Not available. ORAL (LD50): Acute:
650 mg/kg [Rat]. 5939
mg/kg [Mouse].
Alcohol Ethoxylate 68439-46-3 1-5 Not available. Not available.
Alcohols, C12-C14, ethoxylated 68439-51-0 1-5 Not available. Not available.
propoxylated
Section 3. Hazards Identification
This product is a severe eye irritant. Harmful if absorbed through the skin. Skin inflammation
Potential Acute Health
is characterized by itching, scaling, reddening, or, occasionally, blistering.
Effects
Potential Chronic Health Over-exposure by inhalation may cause respiratory irritation. Repeated or prolonged
exposure to the substance can produce nervous system damage.
Effects
Not classified or listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA, EU and ACGIH.
Carcinogenic Effects
Section 4. First Aid Measures
Avoid contact with eyes Flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting
Eye Contact
the upper and lower eyelids. Seek immediate medical attention.
Avoid contact with skin and eyes Flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Seek
Skin Contact
medical attention.
Move person to fresh air. If person is not breathing, call 911 or an ambulance, then give
Inhalation
artificial respiration., preferably mouth to mouth if possible.
Call a poison control center immediately for treatment advice. Have person sip a glass of
Ingestion
water if able to swallow. Do NOT induce vomiting unless instructed to do so by a poison
control center or doctor. Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious person
Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2).
Products of Combustion
SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
Fire Fighting Media
LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.
and Instructions
Not available.
Special Remarks on Fire
Hazards
No additional remark.
Special Remarks on
Explosion Hazards
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Absorb with an inert material and place in an appropriate waste disposal container.
Small Spill and Leak
Absorb with DRY earth, sand or other non-combustible material. Block the path of any
Large Spill and Leak
flowing material using soil, gravel, or other readily available material. Eliminate all ignition
sources. Prevent entry into sewers, basements or confined areas.
Splash goggles. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing
Personal Protection in
apparatus should be used to avoid inhalation of the product.
Case of a Large Spill
Section 7. Handling and Storage
Avoid contact with skin and eyes Avoid breathing vapors of this product. Keep away from
Precautions
incompatibles. Keep away from sources of ignition. Provide exhaust ventilation or other
engeneering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapors below their respective
threshold limit value.
Highly reactive with oxidizing agents, reducing agents.
Incompatibility
Reactive with metals.
Combustible materials should be stored away from extreme heat and away from strong
Storage
oxidizing agents. Keep out of the reach of children. Not for use or storage in or around the
home.
Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Local exhaust ventilation should be provided.
Engineering Controls
Personal Protection
Eyes Splash goggles.
Body Disposable outer garments when there is the potential for contact with the material. Boots.
Respiratory Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Wear
appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate.
Hands Gloves.
Protective Clothing
(Pictograms)
Benzyl Alcohol
Exposure Limits
TWA: 3 STEL: 6 (ppm)
Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Liquid.
Physical State and Characteristic. (Strong.)
Odor
Appearance
Taste Not available.
Not applicable.
Molecular Weight
White.
Color
10 to 11 [Basic.]
pH
100癈 (212癋)
Boiling/Condensation
Point
Not available.
Melting/Freezing Point
Not available.
Critical Temperature
Not available.
Instability Temperature
1.0311 (Water = 1)
Specific Gravity
Not available.
Vapor Pressure
Not available.
Vapor Density
Not available.
Volatility
108 (g/L)
VOC
<1 compared to Butyl acetate.
Evaporation Rate
See solubility in water.
Dispersion Properties
Partially soluble in cold water, hot water.
Solubility
Non-flammable.
The Product is:
Not available.
Auto-ignition
Temperature
Closed cup: >98.889癈 (210癋).
Flash Points
Not available.
Flammable Limits
Fire Hazards in Presence Not available.
of Various Substances
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
Explosion Hazards in
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
Presence of Various
Substances
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity Data
The product is stable.
Stability
Highly reactive with oxidizing agents, reducing agents.
Incompatibility with
Reactive with metals.
Various Substances
Hazardous Decomposition Not available.
Products
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Absorbed through skin. Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.
Routes of Entry
Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 650 mg/kg [Rat]. (Sodium Xylene Sulfonate).
Toxicity to Animals
Acute Effects on Humans
Eyes Very hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant). Inflammation of the eye is characterized by
redness, watering, and itching.
Skin Sensitization of the product: Not available.
Very hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant, permeator). Skin inflammation is
characterized by itching, scaling, reddening, or, occasionally, blistering.
Inhalation Inhalation of the spray mist may produce severe irritation of respiratory tract, characterized by
coughing, choking, or shortness of breath. Irritating to mouth, throat and stomach.
Ingestion Very hazardous in case of ingestion. May be fatal if swallowed. May cause headache,
dizziness, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May cause labored breathing.
Over-exposure by inhalation may cause respiratory irritation. Repeated or prolonged exposure
Chronic Effects on
to the substance can produce nervous system damage.
Humans
Not available.
Special Remarks on
Toxicity to Animals
Not available.
Special Remarks on
Chronic Effects on
Humans
Section 12. Ecological Information
Not available.
Ecotoxicity
Not available.
BOD5 and COD
These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2) and water.
Products of
Biodegradation
Toxicity of the Products of The products of degradation are less toxic than the product itself.
Biodegradation
Not available.
Special Remarks on the
Products of
Biodegradation
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental control
Waste Information
regulations.
Not available.
Waste Stream
Section 14. Transport Information
DOT (U.S.A)
(Pictograms)
Not a TDG controlled material.
TDG Classification
PIN UN, Proper Shipping Not applicable.
Name, PG
Maritime Transportation Not available.
Not available.
Special Provisions for
Transport
Section 15. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms
WHMIS Class D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects (TOXIC).
WHMIS (Classification)
No products were found.
Regulatory Lists
OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
Other Regulations
Class: Irritating substance.
Other Classifications HCS (U.S.A.)
No products were found.
USA Regulatory
Lists
This product is not classified according to the EU regulations.
DSD (EEC)
No products were found.
International
Regulations Lists
Hazardous Material * 2 National Fire
Health
Flammability
0
Information System 0 Protection
Flammability
2 0
(U.S.A.) Instability
Health
0 Association
Physical Hazard
(U.S.A.)
The Hazard Ranking systems presented on this MSDS provide only a quick reference for hazard information. The ENTIRE Specific Hazard
MSDS must be consulted to determine any specific hazards, First Aid measures, and PPE associated with this product.
Section 16. Other Information
Validated by CRushton on 3/2/2007. Verified by CRushton.
Printed 3/23/2007.
Information Contact Betco Corporation
1001 Brown Avenue
Toledo, Ohio 43607
Notice to Reader
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above named supplier nor any of its subsidiaries assumes any
liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein.
Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials may present unknown hazards and should be used with
caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist.
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