Material Safety Data Sheet
ARCHER ADHESIVE SOLVENT
Revised: 03/06/2010
Replaces: 10/13/2009
Printed: 03/06/2010
Section 1 - Product Description
Product Name: Archer Adhesive, Solvent
Product Code(s): 84-5321, 84-5323
Size: 500 mL, 1 L.
Chemical Name: N/A
CAS Number: See section 2
Formula: See section 2
Synonyms: None
Distributor: Carolina Biological Supply Company, 2700 York Road, Burlington, NC 27215
Chemical Information: 800-227-1150 (8am-5pm (ET) M-F) Chemtrec 800-424-9300 (Transportation Spill Response 24
hours)
Section 2 - Composition / Information on Ingredients
Principal Hazardous Components: Methanol (CAS# 67-56-1) 31%; Toluene (CAS# 108-88-3) 69%
TLV units: ACGIH-TLV (Methanol) 200 ppm (TWA); 250 ppm (Ceiling)
ACGIH-TLV (Toluene) 50 ppm (TWA)
PEL units: OSHA-PEL (Methanol) 200 ppm (TWA)
OSHA-PEL (Toluene) 200 ppm (TWA); 300 ppm (Ceiling)
Section 3 - Hazard Identification
Emergency Overview:
Potential Health Effects:
Eyes: May cause irritation. Skin: May cause irritation to skin.
Ingestion: May cause gastrointestinal discomfort. Inhalation: May cause irritation to respiratory tract.
Section 4 - First Aid Measures
Emergency and First Aid Procedures:
Eyes - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
Skin - After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of ... (Water, unless specified as water-reactive).
Ingestion - If swallowed, rinse mouth with water (only if the person is conscious). If swallowed, do not induce vomiting: seek
medical advice immediately and show this container or label.
Inhalation - In case of accident by inhalation: remove casualty to fresh air and keep at rest.
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Section 5 - Firefighting Procedures
Flash Point (Method Used): (Toluene) 4 癈 (40癋) (Closed Cup)
NFPA Rating:
Health: 2
Fire: 3
Reactivity: 0
Extinguisher Media: Use dry chemical, CO2 or appropriate foam.
Flammable Limits in Air % by Volume: N/A
Autoignition Temperature: 480 癈
Special Firefighting Procedures: Firefighters should wear full protective equipment and NIOSH approved self-contained
breathing apparatus.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Explosive when mixed with oxidising substances.
Highly flammable.
Section 6 - Spill or Leak Procedures
Steps to Take in Case Material Is Released or Spilled: Ventilate area of spill. Eliminate all sources of ignition. Remove all
non-essential personnel from area. Clean-up personnel should wear proper protective equipment and clothing. Absorb
material with suitable absorbent and containerize for disposal.
Section 7 - Special Precautions
Precautions to Take in Handling or Storing: After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of ... (Water, unless
specified as water-reactive).
Harmful: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation and in contact with skin. Keep
container tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated place.
Section 8 - Protection Information
Respiratory Protection (Specify Type): None needed under normal conditions of use with adequate ventilation. A
NIOSH/MSHA chemical cartridge respirator should be worn if PEL or TLV is exceeded.
Ventilation:
Local Exhaust: Preferred
Mechanical(General): Acceptable
Special: No
Other: No
Protective Gloves: Natural rubber, Neoprene, PVC or equivalent.
Eye Protection: Splash proof chemical safety goggles should be worn.
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment: Lab coat, apron, eye wash, safety shower.
Section 9 - Physical Data
Molecular Weight: N/A Melting Point: N/A
Boiling Point: N/A Vapor Pressure: N/A
Vapor Density(Air=1): N/A Specific Gravity (H2O=1): N/A
Percent Volatile by Volume: N/A Evaporation Rate (BuAc=1): >1
Solubility in Water: Soluble Appearance and Odor: Clear, colorless liquid with characteristic
odor.
Section 10 - Reactivity Data
Stability: Stable
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Conditions to Avoid: Heat and sources of ignition.
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): Oxidizers,
Hazardous Decomposition Products: COx,
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Section 11 - Toxicity Data
Toxicity Data: (Methanol) orl-rat LD50 5600 mg/kg
(Toluene) orl-rat LD50 636 mg/kg
Effects of Overexposure:
Acute: See section 3
Chronic: Not listed as a carcinogen by IARC, NTP or OSHA. Reproductive data cited. Mutation data cited.
Conditions Aggravated by Overexposure: Eye disorders, Skin disorders, Respiratory disorders,
Target Organs: Respiratory system, Skin, Eyes, Central Nervous System,
Primary Route(s) of Entry: Inhalation, ingestion, eye or skin contact.
Section 12 - Ecological Data
EPA Waste Numbers: Toluene U220; Methanol U154
Section 13 - Disposal Information
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and Local regulations. Always contact a
permitted waste disposer (TSD) to assure compliance.
Section 14 - Transport Information
DOT Proper Shipping Name: UN1993, Flammable liquids, n.o.s.(Toluene and Methanol), 3, I
Section 15 - Regulatory Information
EPA TSCA Status: On TSCA Inventory
Hazard Category for SARA Section 311/312 Reporting: Fire Chronic Acute
Name List: Chemical Category:
(Methanol) Yes (Methanol) No
(Toluene) Yes (Toluene) No
CERCLA Section 103 RQ(lb.): (Methanol) 5000
(Toluene) 1000
RCRA Section 261.33: (Methanol) Yes
(Toluene) Yes
Section 16 - Additional Information
The information provided in this Material Safety Data Sheet represents a compilation of data drawn directly from various
sources available to us. Carolina Biological Supply makes no representation or guarantee as to the suitability of this information
to a particular application of the substance covered in the Material Safety Data Sheet. Any employer must carefully assess the
applicability of any information contained herein in regards to the particular use to which the employer puts the material.
Glossary
ACGIH American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
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CAS Number Chemical Services Abstract Number
CERCLA Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act
DOT U.S. Department of Transportation
IARC International Agency of Research on Cancer
N/A Not Available
NTP National Toxicology Program
OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration
PEL Permissible Exposure Limit
ppm Parts per million
RCRA Resource Conservation and Recovery Act
SARA Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act
TLV Threshold Limit Value
TSCA Toxic Substances Control Act
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