Zep Inc.
Material Safety Data Sheet
1310 Seaboard Industrial Blvd.
Atlanta, GA 30318
1-877-I-BUY-ZEP (428-9937)
www.zep.com
and Safe Handling and Disposal Information
Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product name ZEP LIQUID ICE MELT
Ice Melt
Product use
Product code 1495
Date of issue Supersedes 07/02/01
03/21/05
Emergency Telephone Numbers
For MSDS Information:
Compliance Services 1-877-I-BUY-ZEP (428-9937)
For Medical Emergency
INFOTRAC: (877) 541-2016 Toll Free - All Calls
Recorded
For Transportation Emergency
CHEMTREC: (800) 424-9300 - All Calls Recorded
Printing date: 08/04/08
In the District of Columbia (202) 483-7616
Prepared By
Compliance Services Group
1420 Seaboard Industrial Blvd.
Atlanta, GA 30318
Section 2. Composition, Information on Ingredients
Name of hazardous ingredients CAS # % by Weight Exposure Limits
ETHYLENE GLYCOL; 1,2-ethandiol; glycol; ethylene dihydrate 107-21-1 >95 ACGIH TLV (United States).
TWA: 50 ppm 8 hour(s).
TRIETHANOLAMINE; TEA 102-71-6 <3 ACGIH TLV (United States).
TWA: 5 mg/m3 8 hour(s).
Section 3. Hazards Identification HMIS
Health 2
Routes of Entry Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation.
Acute Effects
Fire Hazard 1
Ingestion.
Hazardous by the following route of exposure: of skin contact (irritant). Direct contact may
Skin Reactivity 0
cause irritation and redness. Skin inflammation is characterized by itching, scaling, or
reddening.
Hazardous by the following route of exposure: of eye contact (irritant). Inflammation of the
Eyes Personal Protection B
eye is characterized by redness, watering and itching.
Inhalation Hazardous by the following route of exposure: of inhalation. Avoid breathing vapors, spray
or mists. Over-exposure by inhalation may cause respiratory irritation. Can cause central
nervous system (CNS) depression.
Ingestion Very hazardous by the following route of exposure: of ingestion. Toxic if swallowed. May
be fatal if swallowed. Can cause central nervous system (CNS) depression. If ingested, call a
physician or Poison Control Center immediately.
NOTE: MSDS data pertains to the product as delivered in the original shipping container(s). Risk of adverse health effects are lessened by
following all prescribed safety precautions, including use of proper personal protective equipment.
Ingredients: Not listed as carcinogen by OSHA, NTP or IARC.
Carcinogenic Effects
The substance may be toxic to kidneys, the nervous system, the reproductive system, liver. Inhalation
Chronic Effects
and ingestion may cause drowsiness, dizziness, incoordination and other effects of intoxication.
Ingestion may cause nausea, weakness and central nervous system effects. Inhalation of high
concentrations of vapor may affect the central nervous system. Repeated or prolonged exposure to the
substance can produce target organs damage. Repeated exposure to a highly toxic material may
produce general deterioration of health by an accumulation in one or many human organs.
See Toxicological Information (section 11)
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Material Safety Data Sheet
Product code 1495
Section 4. First Aid Measures
Check for and remove any contact lenses. Immediately flush eyes with running water for at least 15
Eye Contact
minutes, keeping eyelids open. Get medical attention immediately.
In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes.
Skin Contact
Wash clothing before reuse. Clean shoes thoroughly before reuse. Get medical attention if irritation
develops.
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give
Inhalation
oxygen. Get medical attention.
If ingested, call a physician or Poison Control Center immediately. Aspiration hazard if swallowed. Can
Ingestion
enter lungs and cause damage. If vomiting occurs, keep head lower than hips to help prevent aspiration. If
swallowed, do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by
mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention immediately.
Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
Flammable Limits Not available. 1
Closed cup: >93.33癈 (200癋).
Flash Point
20
Not available.
Flammability
Fire hazard
Use extinguishing media suitable for surrounding materials. Do not release
Fire-fighting procedures
runoff from fire to sewers or waterways.
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see section 8). Dilute with water and mop up if water-
Spill Clean up
soluble or absorb with an inert dry material and place in an appropriate waste disposal container. Finish
cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional
authority requirements.
Section 7. Handling and Storage
Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Do not ingest. Avoid breathing vapors, spray or mists. Use only with
Handling
adequate ventilation. Do not reuse product container. Wash contaminated clothing before reusing. Wash thoroughly
after handling.
Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Do not store or consume food, drink or
Storage
tobacco in areas where they may become contaminated with this material. Keep out of the reach of children.
Section 8. Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
Personal Protection Protective Clothing (Pictograms)
Safety glasses.
Eyes
Nitrile gloves. Neoprene gloves. Rubber gloves.
Body
Respiratory Use with adequate ventilation. Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne
concentrations of vapors below their respective occupational exposure limits. Wear appropriate respirator when
ventilation is inadequate.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State Liquid. Clear. Pink.
Color
Mild.
Odor
7.0 - 8.0
pH
Not determined.
Vapor Pressure
>193.33癈 (380癋)
Boiling Point
>1 (Air = 1)
Vapor Density
Specific Gravity 1.13 (Water = 1)
<1 compared with Butyl acetate.
Evaporation Rate
Soluble in the following materials: cold water, hot
Solubility
1092.18 (g/l). 9.11 lbs/gal
VOC (Consumer)
water.
96.82%
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
The product is stable.
Stability and Reactivity
Slightly reactive to reactive with oxidizing agents, acids, alkalis.
Incompatibility
Hazardous Polymerization Will not occur.
Hazardous Decomposition Products carbon oxides (CO, CO2)
Section 11. Toxicological Information
United States
Acute toxicity
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Material Safety Data Sheet
Product code 1495
Section 12. Ecological Information
Not available.
Ecotoxicity
Biodegradable/OECD Not available.
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, Waste Stream Non-hazardous waste
Waste
state and local environmental control regulations.
Information
Consult your local or regional authorities.
Section 14. Transport Information
Proper shipping name None.
Not a DOT controlled material (United States).
DOT Classification UN number -
NOTE: DOT classification applies to most package sizes. For specific container size classifications or for size exceptions, refer to
the Bill of Lading with your shipment.
Not a TDG-controlled material.
TDG Classification
Section 15. Regulatory Information
U.S. Federal Regulations SARA 313 toxic chemical notification and release reporting:
Ethylene Glycol
Clean Water Act (CWA) 311: Ethylene Glycol (RQ 5,000 lbs)
Clean Air Act (CAA) 112 regulated toxic substances: Ethylene Glycol
All Components of this product are listed or exempt from listing on TSCA inventory.
State Regulations
Class D-1B: Material causing immediate and serious toxic effects (Toxic).
WHMIS (Canada)
Class D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects (Toxic).
Section 16. Other Information
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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