MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
PT Techlube Heavy-Duty Clear
Section 1 ?Product and Company Identification
Manufacturer's Name: LPS Laboratories Part Numbers: 62633, 62601, 62605
Trade Name: PT Techlube Heavy-Duty Clear (Cable Chemical Family: Water, polymer solution
Pulling Lubricant)
Address: Telephone Number: 770-243-8800
4647 Hugh Howell Road
Tucker, GA USA 30085-5052 Emergency Telephone Numbers:
1-800-424-9300 Chemtrec;
Packaging:
32 oz. bottle, 1 gallon jug, 5 gallon pail Outside U.S.: (703) 527-3887
PLAIN LANGUAGE HAZARD SUMMARY
Material Safety Data Sheets can be confusing. Federal and State laws require us to include a great deal of technical
information that probably won't help the non-professional. LPS includes this "PLAIN LANGUAGE HAZARD SUMMARY" to
address the questions and concerns of the average worker. If you have additional health, safety or product questions,
don't hesitate to call us at 800/241-8334.
Worker Toxicity
PT Techlube Heavy-Duty Clear is a cable jacket-compatible pulling lubricant intended for "hand application". PT Techlube
Heavy-Duty Clear is not hazardous per U.S. and Canadian federal definitions. While this product is not expected even to
be an eye irritant, it is a good practice to wear protective eyewear while using it and to avoid prolonged skin exposure. For
more exposure and first aid information, refer to MSDS Sections 2, 8 and 11.
Flammability
PT Techlube Heavy-Duty Clear is non-flammable; however, it is conductive when applied.
Disposal
Spilled PT Techlube Heavy-Duty Clear should not be dumped down a storm drain. Collect any spilled material and
dispose of properly. See section 13 for more details.
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Section 2 ?Hazards Identification
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the
MSDS contains all the information required by the Controlled Products Regulations. This material is considered non-
hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
Emergency Overview: None. Primary route(s) of entry: Not applicable.
Potential Acute Health Effects:
Minimally irritating if splashed into eyes.
Eyes
None.
Skin
Not applicable.
Inhalation:
Product has an extremely low order of acute oral toxicity, but ingestion of large quantities may cause
Ingestion:
nausea, vomiting, and gastrointestinal irritation.
Potential Chronic Health Effects:
Carcinogenic Effects: NTP: No IARC: No OSHA: No
Mutagenic Effects: None
Teratogenic Effects: None
Medical conditions aggravated by exposure: None.
Signs and Symptoms
Prolonged (chronic) skin contact may cause redness and irritation.
Section 3 ?Composition / Information on Ingredients
No hazardous ingredients are present at or above 1%.
Section 4 ?First Aid Measures
Check for and remove contact lenses. If irritation or redness develops, flush eyes with cool, clean, low
Eyes:
pressure water for at least 15 minutes. Hold eyelids apart to ensure complete irrigation of the eye and
eyelid tissue. Do not use eye ointment. Seek medical attention immediately.
Remove contaminated shoes and clothing. Rinse affected area thoroughly with water. Do not use
Skin:
ointments. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
Not a likely route of exposure. Immediately move victim to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, seek medical
Inhalation:
attention immediately.
If ingested, induce vomiting, and contact a physician. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious
Ingestion:
person. If spontaneous vomiting is about to occur, place victim's head below knees. If victim is drowsy or
unconscious, place on the left side with head down. Do not leave victim unattended. Seek medical
attention immediately.
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Section 5 ?Fire Fighting Measures
Products of Combustion: Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide (mostly from packaging).
NFPA Class: Not classified
Firefighting media: Not applicable.
Sensitivity to Impact: None. Sensitivity to Static Discharge: None.
Protection Clothing (Fire): Not applicable.
Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards: None.
Section 6 ?Accidental Release Measures
Absorb with an inert material and dispose of properly, or flush to sanitary sewer with water.
Section 7 ?Handling and Storage
Handling: After handling, always rinse hands thoroughly with water.
Storage: Keep container between 32oF and 130oF .
Precautions to be taken in handling and storage: Be aware of spilled material on walking surfaces ?this product is
extremely slippery.
Section 8 ?Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Engineering Controls: Not applicable.
Personal Protection:
Eyes: Safety glasses.
Respiratory : None anticipated.
Hands: This product contains preservatives. Use water-resistant gloves if hands become irritated
upon prolonged exposure.
General Hygiene Considerations: Rinse thoroughly after handling.
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Section 9 ?Physical and Chemical Properties
Liquid. Colorless
Appearance: Color:
1 (Water =1)
None.
Odour/Taste: Evaporation Rate:
100% soluble in water.
Solubility Description:
>100癈 (212oF)
100癈 (212 oF)
Boiling Point (癈): Flash Point (癈):
@ 760mmHg
1.0-1.1 @ 20 癈 Tag-Closed Cup.
Specific Gravity (Water=1): Flash Point Method:
>1 Not Established
Vapour Density (air=1): Auto Ignition
Temperature (癈):
LOWER: N/A <- 4
Flammable limits (estimated): Partition Coefficient
(octanol/water):
UPPER: N/A
2,000 - 3,000 cPs @ >97%
Viscosity: Volatiles:
25oC
pH: 7.0-7.5 Auto Ignition Not Established
Temperature (癈):
Section 10 ?Stability and Reactivity
Stability and Reactivity: The product is stable.
Incompatibility with Various Substances: None under typical use circumstances. Reacts with substances that react
with water.
Hazardous decomposition products: None.
Hazardous polymerization: Will not occur.
Section 11 ?Toxicological Information
This preparation contains no substances that are classified as toxic at or above 1%.
Section 12 ?Ecological Information
Readily absorbed into soil. Highly biodegradable.
Mobility: Persistence and
degradability:
No bioaccumulation potential None known.
Bioaccumulative Other adverse effects:
potential:
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Section 13 ?Disposal Considerations
None.
Waste Status:
Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental control
Disposal:
regulations.
Chemical additions to, processing of, or otherwise altering this material may make this waste
Note:
management information inaccurate, incomplete, or otherwise inappropriate.
Section 14 ?Transport Information
This material is not regulated by any mode of transportation.
Section 15 ?Regulatory information
TSCA 8(b) inventory: All of the ingredients are listed on the TSCA inventory or are exempt.
U.S. Federal
Regulations:
RCRA Hazardous Waste No.: Not applicable
CERCLA Sections 102a/103 Hazardous Substances (40 CFR part 370) Reportable Quantity: none
SARA TITLE III Sections 311/312 hazardous Categorization (40 CFR part 370): None.
SARA TITLE III Section 313: No
Hazardous Air Pollutants (U.S. EPA): None
New Jersey RTK: Water (CASRN: 7732-18-5); Propylene Glycol (CASRN: 57-55-6), Triethanolamine
State
(CASRN: 102-71-6), Acrylic Polymer (CASRN 9003-01-4), Methenamine 3-chloroallylochloride (CASRN
Regulations:
4080-31-3)
California Proposition 65: None.
California and OTC States: Not regulated.
WHMIS
None. (Non-Hazardous)
Classification:
Section 16 ?Other Information
NFPA
HMIS 1996 HMIS III
MSDS#162633 Flammability
Responsible Name:
Health: 0 Health: [/]0
Ed Williams 0
Technical Manager Flammability: 0 Flammability: 0 0 Reactivity
Health 0
Reactivity: 0 Physical Hazard: 0
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.
Ed Williams, Technical Manager, LPS Laboratories, A division of Illinois Tool Works Form # 462633
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