MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
ROSCO FOG FLUID
I. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
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Manufacturer's Name: ROSCO LABORATORIES, INC.
Regular Telephone No: (203) 708-8900 Eastern Time
(323) 462-2233 Pacific Time
Emergency No: (800) 424-9300
Address: 52 Harbor View Avenue, Stamford, CT 06902, USA
Product Name: ROSCO FOG FLUID and
ROSCO SMOKE SIMULATION FLUID
Synonyms:
II. INGREDIENTS
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Material or Component: CAS
Triethylene Glycol 112-27-6
Propylene Glycol 57-55-6
1,3 Butylene Glycol 107-88-0
De-ionized Water
Occupational exposure limits (PELs or TLVs) have not been established for any of the
components of this products.
III. PHYSICAL DATA
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Boiling Point: 212-470 oF Melting Point: Not Determined
Specific Gravity (water = 1): approx. 1.12 Vapor Pressure: approx. 8.4 mmHg
Vapor Density (air = 1): 2.9 Solubility: Soluble in water
% Volatiles by Vol.: 65.6% Evaporation Rate (N = 1): 0.01
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(N= butyl acetate)
III. PHYSICAL DATA (Cont'd)
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Molecular Weight: 18-150 (Range) Molecular Composition: NA
Freezing Point: Not Determined pH: approx. 7.0
Appearance & Odor: Green liquid, faint odor
IV. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
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Flash Point: No flash point by Cleveland Open Cup or Penskey-Martin Closed Cup
Autoignition Temp.: Not Determined
Flammable Limits in Air % by Vol.: Not Determined
Extinguishing Media: Non-flammable aqueous liquid, all purpose foam (large fires), CO2 or dry
chemical (small fires)
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: None
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazard: Product does not support combustion
V. HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
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Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion or dermal/eye contact
Effects of Over-exposure
Ingestion: This product is not an ingestion hazard when used under normal conditions.
If accidentally ingested, can cause vomiting, nausea and diarrhea.
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Inhalation: This product is not an inhalation hazard, however, transient irritation may
occur from exposure to high prolonged vapor or aerosol concentrations. Persons with
asthma or reactive airway disorders (employees or spectators) should be warned that
they may experience asthma-like effects from exposure to this or any aerosolized
material.
V. HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION (Cont'd)
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Skin contact: Direct skin contact with liquid should not result in irritation or dermatitis.
Eye contact: Direct eye contact with liquid may cause transient mild reversible irritation.
Chronic: No chronic adverse health effects have been reported.
Emergency and First Aid Procedures
Eyes: If concentrated liquid contacts eyes, flush eyes with large amounts of water until
material is removed from eyes. If irritation persists seek medical attention.
Skin: If concentrated liquid contacts skin, flush with water and wash with soap to remove
residues. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. If skin irritation develops
and persists, seek appropriate medical attention.
Inhalation: This product is not an inhalation hazard, however if irritation occurs from
exposure to high vapor or aerosol concentrations from heated solutions, remove individual to
fresh air.
Ingestion: Effects of large oral doses could include mild headaches, dizziness, nausea,
vomiting, diarrhea and thirst. If large amounts are ingested, keep at rest and get prompt
medical attention.
VI. REACTIVITY DATA
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Conditions Contributing to Instability: None
Incompatibility: If combined with strong oxidizers and/or acids, explosive
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decomposition may occur.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: None
Conditions Contributing to Hazardous Polymerization: None
VII. SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
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Steps to be taken if Material is Released or Spilled
Small Spills: Can be flushed into sewer if permitted by local, state and federal regulations.
Large Spills: Restrict area to personnel need to contain and cleanup spill. Soak up with
absorbent material and dispose of according to local, state or federal regulations
Neutralizing Chemicals: not applicable
Waste Disposal Method: Contact commercial chemical waste company to dispose of waste
in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.
VIII. SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
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Ventilation Requirements: General ventilation should be satisfactory under normal use
conditions.
Specific Personal Protective Equipment
Respiratory: None required under normal use conditions.
Eye: No specific controls are required during normal use, however safety glasses can be used
to prevent eye contact with concentrated liquid when handling.
Skin: No specific controls or personal protective equipment required when used under
normal conditions. If gloves are required, natural rubber or polyvinyl chloride-coated gloves
are recommended.
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IX. SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
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Precautionary Statements: None
Other Handling and Storage Requirements: None
X. REGULATORY INFORMATION
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Clean Air Act: This material does not contain any hazardous air pollutants, Class I or II ozone
depletors.
Clean Water Act: This material does not contain any chemicals listed as a hazardous substance,
priority pollutant, or toxic pollutant under the Clean Water Act.
SARA: This material does not contain any materials that have a Reportable Quantity (RQ,
Section 302) or is reportable under Section 313 of SARA.
RCRA: Not listed as a material banned from land disposal.
International Regulations: This material does not contain any material that is on the Canadian
DSL/NDSL list. None of the ingredients in this material is on the Canadian Ingredient Disclosure
List.
California Proposition 65: None of the constituents of this material is listed as having a
significant risk level.
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Prepared by: Stan Miller, President
Address: ROSCO Laboratories, Inc.
52 Harbor View Avenue
Stamford, CT 06902 USA
Date: June 1, 2001
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