ZEP Manufacturing Company
Material Safety Data Sheet
Acuity Specialty Products Group, Inc.
P.O. Box 2015
and Safe Handling and Disposal Information
Atlanta, GA 30301
1-877-I-BUY-ZEP
Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product name BRAKE WASH (LIQUID)
Brake Parts Cleaner
Product Use
Product Code 0505
Date of issue Supersedes 01/19/04
02/06/04
Emergency For MSDS Information:
Telephone Acuity Specialty Products Group, Inc.
Compliance Services 1-877-I-BUY-ZEP
Numbers
For Medical Emergency:
INFOTRAC
(877) 541-2016 Toll Free - All Calls Recorded
For a Transportation Emergency:
CHEMTREC
(800) 424-9300 - All Calls Recorded
Printing date: 03/08/04
In the District of Columbia (202) 483-7616
Prepared by Compliance Services Group
Acuity Specialty Products Group
1420 Seaboard Industrial Blvd.
Atlanta, GA 30318
Section 2. Composition, Information on Ingredients
CAS #
Name of Hazardous Ingredients % by Weight Exposure Limits
110-54-3 80-90
HEXANE; n-hexane OSHA PEL (United States).
TWA: 500 ppm 8 hour(s).
ACGIH TLV (United States).
TWA: 50 ppm 8 hour(s).
Supplier Suggested PEL
(United States).
TWA: 50 ppm 8 hour(s).
67-63-0 5-15
ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL; ipa; dimethylcarbinol; ACGIH TLV (United States).
TWA: 200 ppm 8 hour(s).
2-propanol
OSHA PEL (United States).
TWA: 400 ppm 8 hour(s).
ACGIH/OSHA (United States).
STEL: 400 ppm 15 minute(s).
67-56-1 <5
METHANOL; methyl alcohol; wood alcohol; columbia OSHA/ACGIH (United States).
TWA: 200 ppm 8 hour(s).
spirits
OSHA /ACGIH (United States).
STEL: 250 ppm 15 minute(s).
Section 3. Hazards Identification HMIS
Health 2
Routes of Entry Dermal contact. Inhalation.
Acute Effects Fire Hazard 4
Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant, permeator). Skin inflammation is characterized by
Skin Reactivity 0
itching, scaling, or reddening. Product may be dermally absorbed. Can cause central nervous
system depression. Defatting properties, may aggravate an existing dermatitis.
Personal Protection
Hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant). Inflammation of the eye is characterized by
Eyes n, p,
redness, watering, and itching. X
Inhalation Hazardous in case of inhalation (lung irritant). Over-exposure by inhalation may cause
respiratory irritation. Can cause central nervous system depression. Symptoms and signs
include headaches, dizziness, fatigue, muscular weakness, drowsiness and, in extreme cases,
loss of consciousness. Medical Conditions Aggravated by Overexposure: Respiratory
Ingestion No data on acute toxicity of the product when ingested. Aspiration hazard if swallowed- can
enter lungs and cause damage. Vomiting increases risk of chemical pneumonia.
Ingredients: Not listed as carcinogen by OSHA, NTP or IARC.
Carcinogenic Effects
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Product Name BRAKE WASH (LIQUID)
Material Safety Data Sheet
Product Code 0505
Prolonged skin contact may cause dermatitis with drying and cracking of skin. Inhalation of spray mists
Chronic Effects
or vapors may cause central nervous system depression characterized by headache, dizziness, nausea,
stupor, weakness and/or numbness and tingling in the extremities (medical term - peripheral
neuropathy). The likelihood of the effect depends on duration and level of exposure to vapors. Use only
with adequate ventilation. Keep vapors below recommended exposure limits. DO NOT breathe vapors
or spray mist. DO NOT swallow this product. Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can
produce damage to kidneys, liver, and lungs. See Section 8 for additional information.
See Toxicological Information (section 11)
Section 4. First Aid Measures
Flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get
Eye Contact
medical attention.
Wash contaminated skin with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Cover the
Skin Contact
irritated skin with an emollient. Get medical attention if irritation develops.
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give
Inhalation
oxygen. Get medical attention.
Aspiration hazard if swallowed- can enter lungs and cause damage. Do NOT induce vomiting unless
Ingestion
directed to do so by medical personnel. If vomiting occurs, keep head lower than hips to help prevent
aspiration. NEVER give an unconscious person anything to ingest. Get medical attention immediately.
Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
3
Closed cup: <-18癈 (<0癋) Flammable Limits LOWER: 1.2% UPPER: 11.6%
Flash Point
10
(Tagliabue.)
Extremely flammable in presence of open flames, sparks and static discharge, of heat, of
Flammability
oxidizing materials.
Extremely flammable liquid and vapor. Vapor may cause flash fire. Vapors may accumulate in
Fire Hazard
low or confined areas, travel considerable distance to source of ignition and flash back.
Use dry chemical or CO2. Wear special protective clothing and positive
Fire-Fighting Procedures
pressure, self-contained breathing apparatus. Cool containing vessels with
flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out.
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Eliminate all ignition sources. Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see Section 8). Absorb with
Spill Clean up
an inert material and place in an appropriate waste disposal container. To clean the floor and all objects
contaminated by this material, use detergent. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface
and dispose of according to local and regional authority requirements.
Section 7. Handling and Storage
Extremely flammable liquid and vapor. Store and use away from heat, sparks, open flame, or any other ignition
Handling
source. To avoid fire or explosion, dissipate static electricity during transfer by grounding and bonding containers
and equipment before transferring material. Avoid breathing vapors or spray mists. Use only with adequate
ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash contaminated
clothing before reusing.
Avoid all possible sources of ignition (spark or flame). Store in a segregated and approved area. Keep container in
Storage
a cool, well-ventilated area. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Store between 40癋 -
120癋
Section 8. Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
Personal Protection Protective Clothing (Pictograms)
Splash goggles.
Eyes
Chemical resistant gloves.(Viton, Nitrile, Neoprene)
Body
Recommended: Synthetic apron.
Respiratory Use with adequate ventilation. Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne
concentrations of vapors below their respective threshold limit value. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is
inadequate. Approved/certified respirator with organic vapor cartridges.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State Liquid. Clear
Color
Hydrocarbon. (Slight.)
Odor
Not applicable.
pH
17.9 kPa (134 mmHg) (at 20癈)
Vapor Pressure
64癈 (147.2癋)
Boiling Point
3 (Air = 1)
Vapor Density
Specific Gravity 0.68 (Water = 1)
8 compared to Butyl acetate.
Evaporation Rate
Insoluble in cold water, hot water.
Solubility
748 (g/l). 100%
VOC (Consumer)
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Product Name BRAKE WASH (LIQUID)
Material Safety Data Sheet
Product Code 0505
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
The product is stable.
Stability and Reactivity
Avoid contact with strong oxidizers, excessive heat, sparks or open flame.
Incompatibility
Hazardous Polymerization Will not occur.
Hazardous Decomposition Products Carbon Dioxide, Carbon Monoxide and Other organic materials.
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Isopropyl Alcohol :
Toxicity to Animals
ORAL (LD50): Acute: 5045 mg/kg [Rat].
Methanol:
ORAL (LD50): Acute: 5628 mg/kg [Rat].
Section 12. Ecological Information
Not available.
Ecotoxicity
Biodegradable/OECD Not available.
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, Waste Stream Code: D001
Waste
Classification: - (Hazardous waste.)
state and local environmental control regulations.
Information
Origin: - (RCRA waste.)
Consult your local or regional authorities.
Section 14. Transport Information
Proper shipping name Flammable liquid, n.o.s. (Hexane, Isopropyl Alcohol)
Class 3: Flammable liquid.
DOT Classification UN number 1993
Section 15. Regulatory Information
U.S. Federal Regulations SARA 313 toxic chemical notification and release reporting:
Hexane
Methanol
Clean Water Act (CWA) 311: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated toxic substances: Hexane; Methanol
Section 16. Other Information
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.
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