MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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Last revised date: 2003-07-07 Printdate: 2003.07.07
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1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
CPS SCREEN WASH M3
Product name: Container size: 5,25 and 210 LT
Supplier: Autotype Americas, Inc. Emergency 1-800-424-9300
2050 Hammond Drive telephone:
Schaumburg, IL 60173-3810
Tel: 1-847-303-5900
Application: To remove ink from screen printing mesh prior to
screen reclaim.
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
The product contains: organic solvents and surfactants.
This product is covered by the OSHA Hazard Communication Rule 29, CFR 1910.1200
The following substances shall be indicated according to legislation:
2-(2-butoxyethoxy)ethanol, CAS-No. 112-34-5: 75%
Propylene carbonate, CAS-No. 108-32-7: 10-30%
Non-ionic surfactants: 1-<10%
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Human health: Irritating to eyes. In high concentrations, vapors may be irritating to the respiratory system.
Prolonged skin contact may cause redness and irritation.
This product contains no ingredient listed on the NTP, OSHA or IARC carcinogen lists.
Environment: The product contains volatile, organic compounds which have a photochemical ozone
creation potential.
4. FIRST-AID MEASURES
Inhalation: Move injured person into fresh air and keep person calm under observation.
If uncomfortable: Seek hospital and bring along these instructions.
Skin contact: Remove contaminated clothing immediately and wash skin with soap and water.
Eye contact: Immediately flush with plenty of water for up to 15 minutes. Remove any contact lenses and
open eyelids widely. If irritation persists: Seek medical attention and bring along these
instructions.
Ingestion: Immediately rinse mouth and drink plenty of water. Keep person under observation.
If uncomfortable: Seek hospital and bring along these instructions.
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5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing media: Extinguish with foam, carbon dioxide, dry powder or water fog.
Specific hazards: During fire, health hazardous gases may be formed.
The explositions limits and the flash point are stated in point 9.
Protective equipment for Selection of respiratory protection for fire fighting: follow the general fire precautions
fire-fighters: indicated by the workplace.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions: Avoid inhalation of vapors and spray mists. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. For personal
protection, see point 8.
Environmental Avoid release to the environment.
precautions:
Methods for Absorb spillage with absorbing material. Flush contaminated area with plenty of water.
cleaning up: For waste disposal, see point 13.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Safe handling advice: Observe good industrial hygiene practices. Avoid inhalation of vapors and contact with skin
and eyes.
Technical measures: Keep the workplace clean.
Technical precautions: Mechanical ventilation may be required.
Technical measures for No special precautions.
safe storage:
Storage conditions: Store in tightly closed original container. Keep at temperatures between 40癋 and 85癋.
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8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering measures: Provide adequate ventilation.
Respiratory equipment: In case of inadequate ventilation use suitable respirator.
Hand protection: Risk of contact: Wear protective gloves. Be aware that the liquid may penetrate the gloves.
Frequent change is advisable. The product consists of substances for which it is not
possible to suggest a common suitable glove material. Therefore, a suitable type of gloves
cannot be recommended without knowing the actual usage of the product. The most suitable
glove must be chosen in collaboration with the supplier of gloves, who can inform about the
breakthrough time of the glove material.
Eye protection: Wear goggles/face shield.
Environmental exposure Not available.
controls:
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical state: Clear liquid Odor: Characteristic pH: not relevant
Flash point: > 212癋 Boiling point: 284-464癋 Auto flammability: > 392癋
Explosive limits: 0.7-21.0 vol% Evaporation rate. <1 Vapor pressure: < 1 mm Hg
(BuAc=100):
2
Relative density: 0.99 Solubility: Organic Kinematics viscosity <7 mm /s
solvents. at 40癈:
VOC (Volatile Organic Substances, SCAQMP Rule 1171): 380 g/l
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable under normal temperature conditions.
Conditions/ Heating. Strong bases.
materials to avoid:
Hazardous None in particular.
decomposition products:
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Inhalation: In high concentrations, vapors may irritate throat and respiratory system and cause
coughing.
Skin contact: Slightly irritating. Prolonged contact may cause dryness of the skin.
LD50 (skin, rabbit): 2700 mg/kg (RTECS) for 2-(2-butoxyethoxy)ethanol.
Eye contact: Irritating and may cause redness and pain.
Ingestion: Irritating. May be absorbed in the body and cause dizziness, nausea and vomiting.
LD50 (oral, rat): 5660 mg/kg (RTECS) for 2-(2-butoxyethoxy)ethanol.
Specific effects: Frequent inhalation of even small concentrations may cause irritability, fatigue and memory
failure and eventually permanent damage to the nervous system, including the brain.
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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Mobility: The product is partly miscible with water and may spread in the aquatic environment. The
product contains volatile organic compounds (VOC) which will evaporate easily from all
surfaces.
Degradability: The product is biodegradable, but it must not be discharged into drains without permission
from the authorities.
Ecotoxicity: The product contains a substance which is hazardous to aquatic organisms. Do not
discharge into the aquatic environment.
Bioaccumulative No data available on bioaccumulation.
potential:
Other adverse effects: The product contains volatile, organic compounds which have a photochemical ozone
creation potential.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose of waste and residues according to agreement with local authorities.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
The product is not covered by international regulation on the transport of dangerous goods (IMDG, IATA, ADR/RID).
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15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
TSCA: All chemicals included in the product are TSCA listed.
2-(2-butoxyethoxy)ethanol, CAS-No. 112-34-5:
SARA Section 313: Form R reporting required for 1.0% de minimis concentration.
CERCLA: RQ = 100 pounds (45.4 kg).
NFPA Rating: Health:1 Fire:1 Reactivity:0 Other:-
Specific provisions: National specific regulation may apply.
National regulation: The following lists have been checked:
Threshold Limit Values (2003), ACGIH, by the American Conference on Governmental
Industrial Hygienists.
The Code of Federal Regulation, Title 29, part 1910. Occupational Safety and Health
Standards, Air contaminants.
U.S. Department of health and human services: 2002 - Report on Carcinogens - 10th Ed.
International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC): IARC Monographs on the Evaluation
of Carcinogenic Risks to Humans. Lyon: IARC, World Health Organization, 1972-2000.
The Code of Federal Regulation, Title 40, part 261.33. Identification and listning of
hazardous waste.
The Code of Federal Regulation. Title 40, part 355.50. Emergency Planning and Notification
The Code of Federal Regulation. Title 40, part 302.4. Designation, Reportable Quantities,
and Notification.
The Code of Federal Regulation. Title 40, part 68.130. Chemical Accident Prevention
Provisions.
The Code of Federal Regulation. Title 40, part 372.65. Toxic Chemical Release Reporting:
Community Right to Know.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
The user must be instructed in the proper work procedure and be familiar with the contents of these instructions.
The information on this data sheet represents our current data and is reliable provided that the product is used under the prescribed conditions and in
accordance with the application specified on the packaging and/or in the technical guidance literature. Any other use of
the product which involves using the product in combination with any other product or any other process is the responsibility of the user.
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