Material Safety Data Sheet
and Safe Handling and Disposal Information
Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
ENFORCER Products
Product name
A Division of Acuity Specialty Products Industrial Purple Cleaner & Degreaser
Group, Inc. Concentrate
P.O. Box 1060
Product Code ZU0856
Cartersville, GA 30120
Date of issue Supersedes
10/04/07
1-888-805-HELP
www.zepcommercial.com
Emergency For a Medical Emergency:
Telephone INFOTRAC
Numbers (877) 541-2016 (Toll Free - Calls Recorded)
For a Transportation Emergency:
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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
SODIUM HYDROXIDE; caustic soda; soda lye 1310-73-2 1 - 10 ACGIH / OSHA (United States).
CEIL: 2 mg/m3
ETHYLENE GLYCOL MONOBUTYL ETHER; 111-76-2 1 - 10 ACGIH TLV (United States).
2-butoxyethanol; butyl cellosolve TWA: 20 ppm 8 hour(s).
OSHA PEL (United States). Skin
TWA: 50 ppm 8 hour(s).
Section 3. Hazards Identification HMIS
Health 3
Acute Effects Routes of Entry Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.
Fire Hazard 0
Skin Skin contact may produce burns. Harmful if absorbed through the skin. Skin inflammation is
Reactivity 0
characterized by itching, scaling, reddening, or, occasionally, blistering.
Eyes Causes eye burns. Direct contact with the eyes can cause irreversible damage including
Personal D
blindness.
Inhalation Inhalation of the spray mist may produce severe irritation of respiratory tract, characterized by Protection
coughing, choking, or shortness of breath. Can cause central nervous system depression.
Ingestion May be fatal if swallowed. May cause burns to mouth, throat and stomach.
Carcinogenic Ingredients: Not listed as carcinogen by OSHA, NTP or IARC.
Effects
Chronic Effects Overexposure of this product by inhalation or absorption can produce central nervous
system depression resulting in headache, nausea and/or dizziness. Repeated or
prolonged exposure to the substance can produce damage to blood, kidneys, liver,
upper respiratory tract, central nervous system (CNS). Repeated or prolonged contact
may produce chronic eye irritation and severe skin irritation. Repeated or prolonged
exposure to spray mist may produce respiratory tract irritation leading to frequent
attacks of bronchial infection.
See Toxicological Information (section 11)
Section 4. First Aid Measures
Eye Contact Immediately flush eyes with running water for at least 15 minutes, keeping eyelids open. Check for and
remove any contact lenses. Get medical attention immediately.
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 clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get
medical attention immediately.
Inhalation If excessive quantities inhaled, remove to fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek immediate medical attention.
Ingestion Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to
an unconscious person. If affected person is conscious, give plenty of water to drink. Get medical attention
immediately.
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Material Safety Data Sheet Product Name Industrial Purple Cleaner & Degreaser
Product Code ZU0856
Concentrate
Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
0
Flash Point Flammable Limits Not applicable.
Not applicable.
30
Not applicable.
Flammability
Fire Hazard May emit toxic fumes under fire conditions.
Fire-Fighting Procedures Use DRY chemicals, CO2, water spray or foam. Wear special protective
clothing and positive pressure, self-contained breathing apparatus.
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Spill Clean up Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see Section 8). Absorb with 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
Handling Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Do not ingest. Avoid breathing vapors or spray mists. Use only with
adequate ventilation. Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash contaminated clothing before reusing. Do not reuse
product container.
Storage Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Store between 40癋 - 120癋 (4.4癈 -
49癈). Keep out of the reach of children.
Section 8. Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
Personal Protection Protective Clothing (Pictograms)
Eyes Splash goggles. Face shield.
Body Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin contact.
Recommended: Neoprene gloves. Nitrile gloves. Latex gloves.
Chemical resistant apron.
Respiratory Use with adequate ventilation. Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne
concentrations of vapors below their respective occupational exposure limits. Wear appropriate respirator when
ventilation is inadequate.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State Liquid. (Clear to slightly hazy.) Color Purple.
Ethereal.
Odor
pH 13.0-14.0
Not determined.
Vapor Pressure
Boiling Point 98.9癈 (210癋)
>1 (Air = 1)
Vapor Density
Specific Gravity 1.06 (Water = 1)
>1 compared to Water
Evaporation Rate
Solubility Easily soluble in cold water, hot water.
VOC (Consumer) 3.98% 0.35 lbs/gal 42 (g/l).
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
The product is stable.
Stability and Reactivity
Incompatibility Reactive with oxidizing agents, metals, acids.
Hazardous Polymerization Will not occur.
Hazardous Decomposition carbon oxides (CO, CO2)
Products
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Toxicity to Animals Sodium Hydroxide:
ORAL (LD50): Acute: 500 mg/kg [Rat].
DERMAL (LD50): Acute: >2000 mg/kg [Rabbit].
Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether:
ORAL (LD50): Acute: 1746 mg/kg [Rat].
DERMAL (LD50): Acute: 680 mg/kg [Rabbit].
VAPOR (LC50): Acute: 450 ppm 4 hour(s) [Rat (Female)].
Section 12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity Not available.
Biodegradable/OECD Not available.
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Material Safety Data Sheet Product Name Industrial Purple Cleaner & Degreaser
Product Code ZU0856
Concentrate
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste Information Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental control
regulations.
Waste Stream Code: - D002
Classification: - (Hazardous waste.)
Origin: - (RCRA waste.)
Consult your local or regional authorities.
Section 14. Transport Information
Proper shipping name Corrosive Liquid, Basic, Inorganic, N.O.S. (Sodium Hydroxide)
DOT Classification Class 8: Corrosive liquid.
UN number 3266
TDG Classification TDG Class 8: Corrosive liquid.
Section 15. Regulatory Information
U.S. Federal Regulations SARA 313 toxic chemical notification and release reporting:
Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether
Clean Water Act (CWA) 311: Sodium Hydroxide (RQ 1,000 lbs)
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated toxic substances: No products were found.
All Components of this product are listed or exempt from listing on TSCA inventory.
State Regulations California prop. 65: No products were found.
WHMIS (Canada) Class D-1B: Material causing immediate and serious toxic effects (TOXIC).
Class D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects (TOXIC).
Class E: Corrosive liquid.
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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