MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
SECTION 1: CHEMICAL PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Manufacturer/Distributor: Kobo Products, Inc.
Address: 3474 South Clinton Avenue
South Plainfield, NJ 07080, USA
Emergency Telephone #: (908) 757-0033
Facsimile Number: (908) 757-0905
Trade Name: WBG40M40
INCI Name: Water (And) Titanium Dioxide (And) Butylene Glycol (And) Silica (And) Ammonium Polyacrylate
(And) Glycerin
Material Uses: Component in personal care products
SECTION 2: COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredient CAS # EINECS #
Water 7732-18-5 231-791-2
Titanium Dioxide 13463-67-7 236-675-5
Butylene Glycol 107-88-0 203-529-7
Silica 7631-86-9 231-545-4
Ammonium Polyacrylate 9003-03-6 Polymer
Glycerin 56-81-5 200-289-5
SECTION 3: HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
Physical State and Appearance: White viscous liquid with characteristic odor
Emergency Overview: May cause eye and skin irritation.
Routes of Entry: Eye contact and skin.
Potential Acute Health Effects
Eyes: May cause eye irritation. Symptoms may include itching and redness after contact.
Skin: May cause mild skin irritation. Symptoms may include itching and redness after contact.
Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation. Symptoms may include coughing, wheezing or shortness of breath when inhaled.
Ingestion: Not an intended route of exposure. May be hazardous in case of ingestion. Symptoms may include gastrointestinal
tract upset and diarrhea.
Potential Chronic Health Effects
Additional information See Toxicological information (section 11)
Medical Conditions Overexposure: Aggravated by Repeated or prolonged inhalation of any dust particulate may aggravate
respiratory medical conditions.
SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES
Eye Contact: Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at
least 15 minutes. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
Skin Contact: In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated
clothing and shoes. Wash contaminated clothing before reusing. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. If
symptoms develop, seek medical attention.
Inhalation: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If
symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
Ingestion: Do not ingest. If this material is swallowed, call a physician immediately. Do NOT induce vomiting unless
directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
SECTION 5: FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flashpoint: N/A
Fire Fighting Media and Instructions: In case of fire, use water spray (fog), foam, dry chemical, or CO2
Protective Clothing (fire): Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
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SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Spill and Leak: Use a tool to scoop up solid or absorbed material and place into appropriate labeled waste container.
Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and
regional regulatory requirements. Check TLV in section 8 of MSDS and with local authorities.
Spill Kit information: No specific spill kit required for this product.
SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling: Use only with adequate ventilation. Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with skin. Avoid contact with eyes. Keep
container closed. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Storage: Keep container dry. Keep containers sealed until ready for use.
SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROL / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Levels: OSHA ACGIH
Component TWA PEL TWA TLV
15 mg/m3 10 mg/m3
TiO2
Personal Protection:
Eye: Safety glasses with side shields or goggles
Body: Lab coat
Respiratory: Use NIOSH/MSHA approved air-purifying respirator as needed to control exposure.
Hand: Recommended: Gloves
SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Boiling Point (癈) : N/A Percent Volatile By Vol. (%) : N/A
Freezing Point (癈) : N/A Vapor Density (Air=1) : N/A
Melting Point (癈) : N/A Evaporation Rate (Buac=1) : N/A
Vapor Pressure (mm hg) : N/A Solubility In Water : Insoluble
Bulk Density (g/cbi.) : N/A Appearance & Odor : White viscous liquid with characteristic odor
SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stable: Stable
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Incompatibility: Strong acids and strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Nature of decomposition products is not known
SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Titanium Dioxide*
Skin Irritation: Dermal LD50 > 10 g/kg (rabbit)
Primary Eye Irritation: Non-irritating, Draize score = 0.00 (rabbit)
Acute Oral Toxicity: Non-toxic, LD50 > 25 g/kg (rat)
Inhalation LC50: >6.82 mg/L (4 hour)
*: Trochimowicz.. et. Al., J. Appl. Tox., 8, 383-385 (1998)
Chronic Effects on CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified None by NIOSH [Titanium Dioxide]. Classified A4 (not
Humans classifiable for human or animal) by ACGIH. Classifiable Group 2B (possibly carcinogenic to humans) by
IARC [Titanium Dioxide].
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.
Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance at concentrations above exposure limits may cause
respiratory damage.
Target Organs: eyes, lungs, skin.
Acute Effects on Humans May cause skin, eye, and respiratory irritation.
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Sensitization Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance at concentrations above the exposure limits may cause
respiratory tract and lung sensitization.
Carcinogenic Effects This material is not known to cause cancer in animals or humans.
SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: N/A
SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose of according to all federal, state and local regulations.
SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT Classification: Not regulated
TDG Classification: Not regulated
IMO/IMDG Classification: Not regulated
ICAO/IATA Classification: Not regulated
Further information: Not dangerous for transport
Keep away from foodstuffs and animal feed.
SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION
This product or its components are on the following inventories: European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemicals
Australia Inventory of Chemical Substances
Japan Inventory of Existing & New Chemical Substances
Canada DSL Inventory
SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION
Hazardous Material Information System (U.S.A.) [Ratings Key: 4= Highest hazard, 0= Lowest hazard]
Health 0
Fire Hazard 1
Reactivity 0
Personal Protection C
Date Prepared: June 4, 2009
By Neringa Kontrimiene
Note:
The statements made here are based upon technical data that Kobo Products Inc. believes to be reliable, are intended to describe the
product with regard to necessary safety precautions. They do not guarantee special characteristics. This information is furnished
without warranty, expressed or implied, except that it is accurate to the best of our current knowledge.
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