Material Safety Data Sheet U.S. DEPARTMENT of Labor
May be used to comply with Occupational Safety and Health Administration
OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard, (Non-Mandatory Form)
29 CFR 1910.1200 Standard must be Form Approved
consulted for specific requirements. OMB No. 1218-0072
IDENTITY (As Used on Label and List) Note: Blank spaces are not permitted. If any item is not applicable, or no
information is available, the space must be marked to indicate that.
Code C-16, C-38
Chimney Sweep Soot Destroyer
Section I
Manufacturer's Name Emergency Telephone Number
RUTLAND PRODUCTS CHEMTREC 800-424-9300
Address (Number, Street, City, State, and Zip Code) Telephone Number Information
217-245-7963
Date Prepared Date Revised
7 CRAB TREE ROAD
JACKSONVILLE, IL 62650 Dec 1993 Sept. 04
Signature of Preparer (optional)
Section II - Hazardous Ingredients/Identity Information
Other Limits
Recommended % (optional)
Chemical Identity CAS # OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV
Copper Sulfate, Tri-basic 07758-98-7 1mg/m? 1mg/m? (As copper dust or mist)
Iron Oxide 01309-37-1 5mg/m? 5mg/m?br>
Ammonium Chloride 12125-02-9 10mg/m? 10mg/m?br>
Wood Dust None None 5mg/m? (Respirable)
HMIS Rating - Health: 2 Flammability: 0 Reactivity: 0
Section III - Physical/Chemical Characteristics
Boiling Point Specific Gravity (H2O = 1)
N/A N/A
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg) Melting Point
N/A N/A
Vapor Density (Air = 1) Evaporation Rate
(Butyl Acetate=1)
N/A N/A
Solubility in Water
Not determined.
Appearance and Odor
Odorless red powder.
Section IV - Fire and Explosion Hazard Data
Flash Point (Method Used) Flammable Limits LEL UEL
N/A N/A N/A
Extinguishing Media
Dry chemical, water fog, foam.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures
Firefighters must wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards
The fumes that may be produced in a fire are toxic.
The information presented herein is based either on data or opinion. Such data is, to the best of our knowledge, true
and accurate. Such opinion is believed to be expert, and therefore generally reliable, but in some instances there are
conflicts in expert opinion and in these instances we have relied on the opinion which, in our best judgment, appeared
the most reasonable. All information herein is presented without guarantee or warranty and Rutland Products
disclaims any liability incurred from the use thereof.
Section V - Reactivity Data
Stability Unstable Conditions to Avoid
Stable Humidity
X
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid)
Acids, alkali and their carbonates.
Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts
Copper fume at 1000癋, evolves toxic fumes at 653?br>
Hazardous Polymerization May Occur Conditions to Avoid
Will Not Occur
X
Section VI - Health Hazard Data
Route(s) of Entry Inhalation? Skin? Ingestion?
Yes Yes Yes
Health Hazards (Acute and Chronic)
Irritant to eyes, ears, and mucous membranes. May be harmful if ingested.
May cause dermatitis.
Carcinogenicity NTP? IARC Monographs? OSHA Regulated?
No No No
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure
May cause nausea or cramps if ingested. May cause dermatitis on skin contact.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
Emergency and First Aid Procedures
Eyes: flush with water at least 15 minutes. Get prompt medical attention. Skin: wash with soap and water.
Inhalation: remove to fresh air. Ingestion: give two glasses warm water and call a physician.
Section VII - Precautions for Safe Handling and Use
Steps to Be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled
Vacuum or sweep up spilled material. Do not flush to sewer or stream.
Waste Disposal Method Contains copper sulfate. May be toxic to aquatic organisms. Dispose of
in accordance with all local, state and federal regulations.
Precautions to Be Taken in Handling and Storing
Store in dry area. Avoid creating dust.
Other Precautions
Keep out of sewer or stream; may be harmful to sludge organisms, shellfish, trout.
Section VIII - Control Measures
Respiratory Protection (Specify Type)
NIOSH approved dust respirator.
Ventilation Local Exhaust Special
Remove dust. None
Mechanical (General) Other
None
Protective Gloves Eye Protection
Canvas or rubber gloves. Chemical goggles.
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment
Clean work clothes.
Work/Hygienic Practices
Wash exposed body parts thoroughly after contact.
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