MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
ITWC Inc.
P.O. Box 247
Malcom, IA 50157
Phone: 641-528-3000
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I. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
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IS-30368B
PRODUCT NAME:
CHEMICAL FAMILY: Polyether Polyol Blend
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II. HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
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INGREDIENT NAME/ EXPOSURE LIMITS
CAS NUMBER % OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV
1,4-Butanediol (aka-BDO) 1-10% Not established. Not established.
(CAS# 110-63-4)
Di-(methylthio)toluenediamine
(DMTDA) (CAS# 106264-79-3) 1-10%
Containing:
1,3-Benzenediamine,
4-methyl-2,6-bis(methylthio)-
(CAS# 102093-68-5) Not established. Not established.
and
1,3-Benzenediamine,
2-methyl-4,6-bis(methylthio)-
(CAS# 104983-85-9) Not established. Not established.
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III. PHYSICAL / CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS
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APPEARANCE (physical form, color, Viscous, colorless liquid.
texture, etc.)
ODOR: Low odor.
MELTING POINT: 68?F (20?C) for BDO.
FREEZE POINT: 68?F (20?C) for BDO
BOILING POINT: 442?F (228?C) @ 760 mm Hg for BDO
VAPOR PRESSURE (mm Hg): <1 mm Hg at 68?F (20?C) for BDO
VAPOR DENSITY (Air = 1) 3.2 for BDO
SPECIFIC GRAVITY (H2O = 1): 1.0171 for BDO
EVAPORATION RATE (Butyl Acetate = 1): Less than 1 for BDO
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: BDO is easily soluble in cold water.
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IV. FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
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FLASH POINT (Method Used): >200?F (93.3?C) (Pensky-Martens Closed Cup)
FLAMMABLE LIMITS:
LEL (Lower Explosion Limit)= Not Available.
UEL (Upper Explosion Limit)= Not Available.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Foam, water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide (CO2).
For SMALL FIRE ?use DRY chemical powder. For LARGE FIRE ?use water spray, fog or
foam. (Alcohol resistant foam). Do not use water jet or straight streams of water as this may
spread fire. NOTE: Direct application of water or foam may cause frothing. Use water spray to
cool containers exposed to fire.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Prevent human exposure to fire, fumes, smoke,
and products of combustion. Evacuate non-essential personnel. Firefighters should wear NIOSH
approved positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus with full-face mask and
impervious protective clothing. Do not spray pool fires with direct water stream (see above).
UNUSUAL FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARDS: May be combustible at high temperature. Products
of combustion are carbon oxides (carbon monoxide (CO) & carbon dioxide (CO2)) and
Tetrahydrofuran. When heated in the presence of sulfuric acid (H2SO4), forms highly flammable
tetrahydrofuran. This material is not explosive as defined by established regulatory criteria. Hot
organic chemical vapors may spontaneously ignite or explode when mixed with air, even at
temperatures below their published autoignition temperature. Vapors are heavier than air and
may collect in low areas.
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V. REACTIVITY DATA
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STABILITY: Stable under normal conditions. Unstable with heat. Flammable tetrahydrofuran
(THF) begins to form at about 302?F (150?C).
CONDITIONS TO AVOID (if unstable): Heat, heated surfaces, static electricity, electric arcs,
sparks & flames.
INCOMPATIBILITY (MATERIALS TO AVOID): Reactive with oxidizing agents or bleaching
agents such as chlorine, oxygen, permanganates, perchlorates, percarbonates, peroxides,
chromates, hypochlorites, nitric acid, sulfuric acid, and hydrogen peroxide.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION OR BYPRODUCTS: Products of combustion are carbon
oxides (carbon monoxide (CO) & carbon dioxide (CO2)), oxides of nitrogen and sulfur, and
Tetrahydrofuran.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID (if polymerization may occur): Not applicable.
OTHER: Avoid inhalation of vapors and spray mist. Avoid all possible sources of ignition (spark
or flame).
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VI. HEALTH HAZARD DATA
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ROUTES OF ENTRY:
INHALATION? Yes.
SKIN CONTACT? Yes.
EYE CONTACT? Yes.
INGESTION? Yes.
HEALTH HAZARDS:
NOTES- Repeated or prolonged exposure to BDO can produce nervous system damage.
There is experimental evidence that BDO may cause toxicity to the developing fetus at
maternally toxic doses.
INHALATION- No significant health hazards identified. At normal ambient temperatures
this product will be unlikely to present an inhalation hazard because of its low volatility.
SKIN- Contact may cause slight irritation. May be absorbed through the skin to cause
effects similar to ingestion. Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause skin irritation with
discomfort or rash.
EYE- Slightly irritating to the eyes, with discomfort, tearing, or blurring of vision.
INGESTION- MAY BE FATAL IF SWALLOWED. Human deaths have been reported
following intentional ingestion of BDO. The lethal dose of BDO in humans (in its pure form) is
estimated to be 5.4 ?20 grams (approx 0.2 ?0.7 fluid ounces. May cause temporary nervous
system depression with anesthetic effects such as dizziness, headache, drowsiness, nausea,
confusion, incoordination, and loss of consciousness. Gross overexposure of BDO by ingestion
may cause damage to the kidneys, central nervous system (CNS), &/or respiratory system. Other
side effects may be gastric disturbances.
CARCINOGENICITY: No component of this product at levels greater than 0.1% is identified as a
carcinogen by the NTP, IARC, or OSHA.
NTP (National Toxicology Program)? No.
IARC (International Agency for Research on Cancer)? No.
OSHA REGULATED? No.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE: Individuals with
preexisting diseases of the central nervous system, or possibly the kidneys, may be at increased
risk from exposure to this chemical.
EMERGENCY & FIRST AID PROCEDURES:
INHALATION- Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If
breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention if symptoms appear.
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VI. HEALTH HAZARD DATA (Continued)
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EMERGENCY & FIRST AID PROCEDURES (Continued):
SKIN- Immediately wash exposed skin with soap and water. Remove contaminated
clothing and shoes. Wash contaminated clothing thoroughly before reuse. Thoroughly clean
shoes before reuse. Get medical attention if symptoms appear.
EYE- Immediately flush eyes with large amounts of water, preferably, lukewarm water
for at least 15 minutes, holding eyelids open all the time to ensure that the eyes are being
irrigated. Get medical attention if irritation occurs.
INGESTION- Get medical attention immediately. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING
unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Rinse mouth with water. Dilute stomach by giving
1 to 2 cups of water or activated charcoal slurry (To prepare activated charcoal slurry, suspend
50 grams activated charcoal in 400 ml of water and mix thoroughly. Give 5 ml/kg of body
weight, or 350 ml for an average adult.)
DO NOT GIVE ANYTHING BY MOUTH TO AN UNCONSCIOUS PERSON. If vomiting
occurs spontaneously, keep head below hips to prevent breathing vomit into lungs. Treatment
should in general be symptomatic and directed to relieving any effects.
NOTES TO PHYSICIAN: There is no specific antidote. Treatment should be directed at control
of symptoms and the clinical condition. Pure 1,4-Butanediol is a pharmacologic analogue of
gamma-butyrolactone and is metabolized to gamma-hydroxybutyrate.
Lower oral doses of pure 1,4-Butanediol (less than 2 milliliters) may result in diaphoresis,
confusion, agitation, ataxia, and a shallow level of consciousness.
Moderate doses of pure 1,4-Butanediol (2-5 milliliters) may result in loss of consciousness,
lethargy, amnesia, agitation, combativeness, ataxia, and urinary incontinence.
Higher doses of pure 1,4-Butanediol (greater than 5 milliliters) may result in dysarthria, loss of
consciousness, dizziness, vomiting, urinary and/or fecal incontinence, amnesia, respiratory
depression and death.
The lethal dose of pure 1,4-Butanediol in humans is estimated to be 5.4-20 milliliters or 0.2 ?0.7
fluid ounces. Chronic abuse may cause physical dependency with severe withdrawal symptoms,
including auditory, visual and tactile hallucinations, paranoid delusions, agitation and tremor,
when use is discontinued.
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VII. PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING & USE
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STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED:
Stop the leak / spill.
o
Remove sources of flames, heating elements, gas engines, etc.
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Use appropriate personal protective equipment. (See Section VIII-Control Measures).
o
Contain / dike spilled material.
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Ensure runoff &/or spilled material does not spread to or contaminate surface waters,
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ground waters, drinking supplies, streams, or other bodies of water or soil.
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VII. PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING & USE (Continued)
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STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED (Continued):
o Soak up liquid with noncombustible inert absorbent and transfer to dry, clean, covered,
sealed liquid-proof containers. (Soil may be used in the absence of other suitable
materials.)
o Sweep, shovel, or vacuum up and place into dry, clean, covered, sealed liquid-proof
containers for recovery or disposal.
o Wash spill area with soap & water to dilute and remove remaining traces of material.
o Ventilate area to remove the remaining vapors.
o Comply with Federal, State, and local regulations on reporting releases.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD: Avoid contact of spilled material and runoff with soil, sewers,
and surface waterways. Preferred method of disposal is incineration. Dispose of material in
accordance with all Federal, State and local regulations. Local regulations may be more stringent
than Federal or State.
EMPTY CONTAINER PRECAUTIONS: Empty containers may contain harmful,
flammable/combustible or explosive residue or vapors. Do not cut, grind, drill, weld, reuse, or
dispose of containers unless adequate precautions are taken against these hazards. Labels should
not be removed from containers until they have been cleaned. Do not incinerate closed
containers.
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING & STORING: Do not ingest. Avoid contact
with eyes, skin, and clothing. Use only with adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing vapor or mist.
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Store and use
away from heat, sparks, open flame, or any other ignition source. Do not store with powerful
inorganic oxidants, such as nitric acid or hydrogen peroxide. Limit steam pressure for heating
tank cars, tank trucks, and storage tans to 40 psig to avoid possibility of overheating. Purge with
nitrogen and close container when not in use.
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VIII. CONTROL MEASURES (INCLUDING PERSONAL PROTECTION)
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VENTILATION: Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne
concentrations of vapors below their respective occupational exposure limits.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Use only with adequate ventilation. Do not breathe vapor or
mist. If ventilation is inadequate, use respirator that will protect against organic vapor and
dust/mist. If respirator is used, a Respiratory protection program must be in compliance with
OSHA requirements in 29 CFR 1910.134.
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VIII. CONTROL MEASURES (INCLUDING PERSONAL PROTECTION)
(Continued)
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SKIN PROTECTION: Do not get on skin or clothing. Wear clothing and footwear that cannot be
penetrated by chemicals or oils (impervious apron, boots). Wear gloves that cannot be penetrated
by chemicals or oil (PVC or Neoprene gloves). If there is potential for contact with hot/molten
material, wear heat resistant impervious clothing and footwear.
EYE PROTECTION: Avoid contact with eyes. Wear chemical splash goggles or faceshield. Do
not wear contact lenses when working with chemicals.
OTHER PROTECTIVE CLOTHING OR EQUIPMENT: Safety showers and eyewash stations
should be available.
WORK/HYGIENIC PRACTICES: Wash hands, forearms, and face thoroughly after handling
compounds and before eating, smoking, using lavatory, and at the end of the day. Educate and
train employees in safe use of product. Follow all label instructions.
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IX. OTHER INFORMATION
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OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION STATUS: This product is considered hazardous as
defined under the criteria of the Federal OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR
1910.1200.
RCRA STATUS: No information available.
US INVENTORY (TSCA): The ingredients of this product are listed on the TSCA inventory or
are not required to be listed on the TSCA inventory.
SUPERFUND AMENDMENTS AND REAUTHORIZATION ACT (SARA), TITLE III:
Sections 301-303 ?Emergency Planning - Extremely Hazardous Substances:
None.
Section 304 ?Emergency Release Notification ?Reportable Substances:
None.
Section 311/312 ?Community Right-to-Know Reporting Requirements - Emergency
Hazard Categories:
Immediate health hazard.
Delayed health hazard.
Section 313 ?Toxic Chemical Notification & Release Inventory Reporting ?Listed
Substances:
None.
This information must be included in all MSDSs that are copied and distributed for this material.
HMIS RATINGS:
Health ?2 Flammability ?1 Reactivity ?0
(0=Minimal; 1=Slight; 2=Moderate; 3=Serious; 4=Severe)
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X. APPROVALS
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PREPARED BY: Janet Balvin.
APPROVED BY: Steven Longacre.
REASON FOR REVISION: New product.
This information is furnished without warranty, expressed or implied, except that it is accurate to
the best knowledge of ITWC, Inc. The data on this sheet relates only to the specific material
designated herein. ITWC, Inc. assumes no legal responsibility for use or reliance upon these
data.
ITWC Inc.
P.O. Box 247
Malcom, IA 50157
Phone: 641-528-3000
Revision Date: 05/11/04 MSDS
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