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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product Name: REFLEX ELASTOMERIC (White) Neptune Coatings Corporation
972 Golden Gate Terrace
Material Number:
Grass Valley, CA 95945
Chemical Family: Acrylic Polymer in Water
Ph: 530.274.1356
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW -- WARNING!
Color: White ?Form: Liquid ?Odor: Ammonia
May cause eye, skin, and respiratory tract irritation. Use cold water
spray to cool fire exposed containers to minimize the risk of rupture.
Harmful if inhaled. Harmful if swallowed. May affect nervous system.
May cause kidney damage. May cause liver damage. Contains material
which may cause cancer.
Potential Health Effects
Primary Routes of Entry: Skin Contact, Eye Contact, Ingestion, Inhalation
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: Skin disorders, Respiratory disorders, Eye disorders
HUMAN EFFECTS AND SYMPTOMS OF OVEREXPOSURE
Acute Inhalation
For Component: Limestone
Causes respiratory tract irritation with symptoms of coughing, sore throat and runny nose. May cause mechanical
irritation.
For Component: Titanium dioxide (Rutile)
May cause mechanical irritation.
For Component: Zinc Oxide
May cause respiratory tract irritation with symptoms of coughing, sore throat and runny nose.
For Component: 1,3-Benzenedicarbonitrile, 2,4,5,6-tetrachloro-
Expected to be highly toxic by inhalation.
For Component: Crystalline Quartz Silica
May be harmful by inhalation. May cause mechanical irritation.
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Chronic Inhalation
For Component: Zinc Oxide
May cause pulmonary edema with symptoms of breathing difficulty and tightness of chest.
For Component: Crystalline Quartz Silica
Exposure to Silica, Quartz can cause a very serious lung disease called Silicosis with cough, shortness of breath,
and changes in chest x-ray. The earliest symptoms of silicosis may include: Shortness of breath, coughing,
wheezing, fatigue, chest pain, loss of appetite and fever.
Acute Skin
For Component: Limestone
Causes irritation with symptoms of reddening, itching, and swelling. May cause mechanical irritation.
For Component: Titanium dioxide (Rutile)
Not expected to be irritating.
For Component: Zinc Oxide
May cause mechanical irritation.
For Component: Crystalline Quartz Silica
May cause mechanical irritation.
Acute Eye
For Component: Limestone
Causes irritation with symptoms of reddening, tearing, stinging, and swelling. May cause mechanical irritation.
For Component: Titanium dioxide (Rutile)
Not expected to be irritating.
For Component: Zinc Oxide
May cause mechanical irritation.
For Component: Crystalline Quartz Silica
May cause mechanical irritation.
Acute Ingestion
For Component: Limestone
Slightly toxic by ingestion.
For Component: Titanium dioxide (Rutile)
Not expected to be harmful if swallowed.
For Component: Zinc Oxide
Not expected to be harmful if swallowed.
For Component: Crystalline Quartz Silica
Not expected to be harmful if swallowed.
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Acute Effects of Exposure
For Component: Crystalline Quartz Silica
Exposure to Silica, Quartz can cause a very serious lung disease called Silicosis with cough, shortness of breath,
and changes in chest x-ray. The earliest symptoms of silicosis may include: Shortness of breath, coughing,
wheezing, fatigue, chest pain, loss of appetite and fever.
Chronic Effects of Exposure
For Component: Crystalline Quartz Silica
Excessive exposure to airborne crystalline silica can cause fibrotic lung damage, with scarring of the lungs with
cough and shortness of breath. This is called "Silicosis". This is generally a slowly developing fibrotic disease as
symptoms are usually delayed for 10 years or more. Symptoms are dyspnea, chest pain, breathlessness, and
cough. The chronic lung scarring developed from the silica dust causes a progressive massive fibrosis. This may
lead to increased susceptibility to tuberculosis.
Carcinogenicity:
1,3-Benzenedicarbonitrile, 2,4,5,6-tetrachloro-
IARC - Overall evaluation: 2B Possible carcinogen.
Crystalline Quartz Silica NTP - Hazard Designation: Known carcinogen.
IARC - Overall evaluation: 1 Carcinogen. Human carcinogen.
IARC - Overall evaluation: 1 Human carcinogen.
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Hazardous Components
Weight % Components CAS-No.
10 - 20% Limestone 1317-65-3
3 - 10% Titanium dioxide (Rutile) 13463-67-7
1 - 5% Zinc Oxide 1314-13-2
1 - 5% Propylene Glycol 57-55-6
0.1 - 1% 1,3-Benzenedicarbonitrile,
2,4,5,6-tetrachloro- 1897-45-6
0.1204% Crystalline Quartz Silica 14808-60-7
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Eye Contact
In case of contact, flush eyes with plenty of lukewarm water. Get medical attention if irritation develops.
Skin Contact
In case of skin contact, wash affected areas with soap and water. Immediately remove contaminated clothing and
shoes. Get medical attention if irritation develops and persists.
Inhalation
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. Get medical attention if irritation develops.
Ingestion
If ingested, do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Get medical attention.
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5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable Extinguishing Media: All extinguishing media are suitable.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures
Firefighters should be equipped with self-contained breathing apparatus to protect against potentially toxic and
irritating fumes. Use cold water spray to cool fire-exposed containers to minimize risk of rupture.
Unusual Fire/Explosion Hazards
Toxic and irritating gases/fumes may be given off during burning or thermal decomposition.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Spill and Leak Procedures
Cleanup personnel must use appropriate personal protective equipment. Cover spill with inert material (e.g., dry
sand or earth) and collect for proper disposal.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Storage Temperature:
Minimum: 1 癈 (33.8 癋)
Maximum: 49 癈 (120.2 癋)
Handling/Storage Precautions
Avoid breathing dust, vapor, or mist. Avoid contact with skin or clothing. Avoid contact with eyes. Use only with
adequate ventilation/personal protection. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed when not in use.
Protect from freezing.
Further Info on Storage Conditions
None known.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Titanium dioxide (Rutile) (13463-67-7)
U.S. ACGIH Threshold Limit Values
Time Weighted Average (TWA): 10 mg/m3
U.S. OSHA Table Z-1 Limits for Air Contaminants (29 CFR 1910.1000)
PEL: 15 mg/m3 (Total dust.)
U.S. ACGIH Threshold Limit Values
Hazard Designation: Group A4 Not classifiable as a human carcinogen.
Zinc Oxide (1314-13-2)
U.S. ACGIH Threshold Limit Values
Time Weighted Average (TWA): 2 mg/m3 (Respirable fraction.)
U.S. ACGIH Threshold Limit Values
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Short Term Exposure Limit (STEL): 10 mg/m3 (Respirable fraction.)
U.S. OSHA Table Z-1 Limits for Air Contaminants (29 CFR 1910.1000)
PEL: 5 mg/m3 (Fume.)
U.S. OSHA Table Z-1 Limits for Air Contaminants (29 CFR 1910.1000)
PEL: 5 mg/m3 (Respirable fraction.)
U.S. OSHA Table Z-1 Limits for Air Contaminants (29 CFR 1910.1000)
PEL: 15 mg/m3 (Total dust.)
Propylene Glycol (107-21-1)
U.S. ACGIH Threshold Limit Values
Ceiling Limit Value: 100 mg/m3 (Aerosol)
U.S. ACGIH Threshold Limit Values
Hazard Designation: Group A4 Not classifiable as a human carcinogen.
Crystalline Quartz Silica (14808-60-7)
U.S. ACGIH Threshold Limit Values
Time Weighted Average (TWA): 0.05 mg/m3 (Respirable fraction.)
U.S. OSHA Table Z-2 (29 CFR 1910.1000)
Time Weighted Average (TWA): 10 mg/m3 (Respirable., Divide 10 mg/m3 by %
SiO2 + 2 determined from air sample analysis.)
U.S. OSHA Table Z-2 (29 CFR 1910.1000)
Time Weighted Average (TWA): 30 mg/m3 (Total dust., Divide 30 mg/m3 by %
SiO2 + 2 determined from air sample analysis.)
U.S. ACGIH Threshold Limit Values
Hazard Designation: Group A2 Suspected human carcinogen.
Industrial Hygiene/Ventilation Measures
General dilution and local exhaust as necessary to control airborne vapors, mists, dusts and thermal
decomposition
products below appropriate airborne concentration standards/guidelines.
Respiratory Protection
In case of insufficient ventilation wear suitable respiratory equipment.
Hand Protection
Permeation resistant gloves.
Eye Protection
Splash proof goggles.
Skin and Body Protection
Wear cloth work clothing including long pants and long-sleeved shirts.
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Additional Protective Measures
Employees should wash their hands and face before eating, drinking, or using tobacco products. Educate and train
employees in the safe use and handling of this product. Emergency showers and eye wash stations should be
available.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Form: Liquid
Color: White
Odor: Ammonia
pH: 9 - 9.8
Freezing Point: 0 癈 (32 癋) similar to water
Boiling Point/Range: 100 癈 (212 癋) similar to water
Flash Point: Not applicable (water based product), however, solid material will support combustion if water has been
evaporated.
Lower Explosion Limit: not applicable
Upper Explosion Limit: not applicable
Vapor Pressure: 17 mmHg @ 20 癈 (68 癋) similar to water
Viscosity, Dynamic: 10,000 cP
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Hazardous Reactions: Hazardous polymerization does not occur.
Stability: Stable
Materials to Avoid: None known
Hazardous Decomposition Products: By Thermal Decomposition: Acrylic monomers, other potentially toxic fumes
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxicity Data for Limestone
Acute Oral Toxicity
LD50: 6,450 mg/kg (rat)
Skin Irritation
Rabbit, Draize, Exposure Time: 24 hrs, Moderately irritating
Eye Irritation
Rabbit, Draize, Exposure Time: 24 hrs, Severely irritating
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Toxicity Data for Aluminum Hydroxide
Acute Oral Toxicity
LD50: > 5,000 mg/kg (rat)
Skin Irritation
Rabbit, OECD Test Guideline 404, Non-irritating
Eye Irritation
Rabbit, OECD Test Guideline 405, No eye irritation
Repeated Dose Toxicity
28 Days, NOAEL: 14,470 ppm, (rat)
Developmental Toxicity/Teratogenicity
Rat, female, oral, NOAEL (teratogenicity): 1,000 mg/kg,
No Teratogenic effects observed at doses tested. No fetotoxicity observed at doses tested.
Toxicity Data for Titanium Dioxide (Rutile)
Acute Oral Toxicity
LD50: > 5,000 mg/kg (rat)
Acute Inhalation Toxicity
LC0: > 6.82 mg/l, dust/particulate, 4 hrs (rat)
Acute Dermal Toxicity
LD50: > 5,000 mg/kg (rabbit)
Skin Irritation
Rabbit, Exposure Time: 24 hrs, Non-irritating
Eye Irritation
Rabbit, Draize, Non-irritating
Sensitization
Dermal: non-sensitizer (guinea pig, Maximization Test)
Dermal: non-sensitizer (human, Patch Test)
Repeated Dose Toxicity
28 Days, inhalation: NOAEL: 35 mg/m3, (rat)
Mutagenicity
Genetic Toxicity in Vitro:
Ames: negative (Salmonella typhimurium, Metabolic Activation: with/without)
Genetic Toxicity in Vivo:
Drosophila SLRL test: negative (Drosophila melanogaster)
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Toxicity Data for Zinc Oxide
Acute Oral Toxicity
LD50: > 5,000 mg/kg (rat)
Acute Inhalation Toxicity
LC50: 2,500 mg/m3, (mouse)
Skin Irritation
Rabbit, Draize, Exposure Time: 24 hrs, Non-irritating
Eye Irritation
Rabbit, Draize, Slightly irritating
Mutagenicity
Genetic Toxicity in Vitro:
Ames: negative (Salmonella typhimurium, Metabolic Activation: with/without)
Mouse lymphoma assay: positive (Mouse lymphoma cells (L5178Y/TK), Metabolic Activation: with/without)
Toxicity Data for Propylene Glycol
Acute Oral Toxicity
LD50: > 5,000 mg/kg (rat)
Acute Inhalation Toxicity
LC50: > 200 mg/m3, 2 hrs (rat)
Acute Dermal Toxicity
LD50: > 5,000 mg/kg (rabbit)
Skin Irritation
Rabbit, OECD Guideline for Testing of Chemicals, No. 404, No skin irritation
Eye Irritation
Rabbit, OECD Guideline for Testing of Chemicals, No. 405, No eye irritation, Slightly irritating (human)
Sensitization
Dermal: non-sensitizer (human)
Non-sensitizer (mouse, mouse ear swelling test)
Repeated Dose Toxicity
90 Days, Inhalation: NOAEL: 1 mg/l, (rat, male/female, 6 hrs/day 5 days/week)
2 years, Oral: NOAEL: 2,000 mg/kg, (dog, male/female, daily)
2 years, Oral: NOAEL: 50000 ppm, (rat, male/female, daily)
Mutagenicity
Genetic Toxicity in Vitro:
Ames: negative (Salmonella typhimurium, Metabolic Activation: with/without)
Positive and negative results were seen in various in vitro studies.
Genetic Toxicity in Vivo:
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Dominant Lethal Assay: negative (rat, male/female, oral)
Other assay: negative, Negative results were reported in various in vivo studies (mouse)
Carcinogenicity
Rat, female, dermal, 14 months: negative
Dog, male/female, oral, 2 years, daily: negative
Rat, male/female, oral, 2 years, daily: negative
Toxicity to Reproduction/Fertility
Fertility Screening, oral, daily, (rat, male/female) NOAEL (parental): 7.5 % in feed, Reproductive effects have
been observed in animal studies.
Developmental Toxicity/Teratogenicity
Rabbit, female, oral, gestation, daily, NOAEL (teratogenicity): 1,230 mg/kg, NOAEL (maternal): 1,230 mg/kg
No Teratogenic effects observed at doses tested.
Rat, female, oral, gestation, daily, NOAEL (teratogenicity): 1,600 mg/kg, NOAEL (maternal): 1,600 mg/kg
No Teratogenic effects observed at doses tested.
Toxicity Data for Crystalline Quartz Silica
Mutagenicity
Genetic Toxicity in Vitro:
Ames: Negative results were reported in various in vitro studies. (Salmonella typhimurium, Metabolic
Activation: with/without)
Genetic Toxicity in Vivo:
Sister Chromatid Exchange: ambiguous (hamster)
Carcinogenicity
Rat, male/female, inhalation, 2 years, 6 hrs/day 5 days/week
Positive
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecological Data for Limestone
Biodegradation
Not readily biodegradable.
Acute and Prolonged Toxicity to Fish
LC50: 56,000 mg/l (Mosquitofish (Gambusia affinis), 48 hrs)
Ecological Data for Titanium Dioxide (Rutile)
Acute and Prolonged Toxicity to Fish
LC0: > 1,000 mg/l (Golden orfe (Leuciscus idus), 48 hrs)
Acute Toxicity to Aquatic Invertebrates
EC0: > 3 mg/l (Water flea (Daphnia magna))
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Toxicity to Microorganisms
EC0: > 10,000 mg/l, (Pseudomonas fluorescens, 24 hrs)
EC0: > 5,000 mg/l, (Escherichia coli)
Ecological Data for Propylene Glycol
Biodegradation
Aerobic, 100 %, Exposure time: 1 Days
Anaerobic, 100 %, Exposure time: 9 Days
Biological Oxygen Demand (BOD)
5 Days, 1,170 mg/l
Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD)
2,600 mg/g
Theoretical Biological Oxygen Demand (ThBOD)
0.45 mg/g
Bioaccumulation
< 1 BCF
Calculated value
Acute and Prolonged Toxicity to Fish
LC50: 51,400 mg/l (Fathead minnow (Pimephales promelas), 96 hrs)
LC50: 23,800 mg/l (Sheepshead minnow (Cyprinodon variegatus), 96 hrs)
Acute Toxicity to Aquatic Invertebrates
EC50: > 10,000 mg/l (Water flea (Daphnia magna), 48 hrs)
Toxicity to Aquatic Plants
EC50: 19,000 mg/l, End Point: growth (Green algae (Selenastrum capricornutum), 96 hrs)
Toxicity to Microorganisms
EC50: 25,800 mg/l, (Photobacterium phosphoreum, 30 min)
> 1,000 mg/l, (Activated sludge microorganisms, 3 hrs)
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste Disposal Method
Waste disposal should be in accordance with existing federal, state and local environmental control laws.
Empty Container Precautions
Recondition or dispose of empty container in accordance with governmental regulations. Do not reuse empty
container without proper cleaning.
14. TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
Land Transport (DOT)
Non-Regulated
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Sea Transport (IMDG)
Non-Regulated
Air Transport (ICAO/IATA)
Non-Regulated
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
United States Federal Regulations
OSHA Hazcom Standard Rating: Hazardous
U.S. Toxic Substances Control Act: Listed on the TSCA Inventory.
U.S. EPA CERCLA Hazardous Substances (40 CFR 302):
Components
Zinc Oxide included in the regulation but with no data values. See regulation for further details.
Ethylene Glycol Reportable Quantity: 5,000 lbs
SARA Section 311/312 Hazard Categories:
Acute Health Hazard, Chronic Health Hazard
U.S. EPA Emergency Planning and Community Right-To-Know Act (EPCRA) SARA Title III Section 302 Extremely
Hazardous Substance (40 CFR 355, Appendix A):
Components
None
U.S. EPA Emergency Planning and Community Right-To-Know Act (EPCRA) SARA Title III Section 313 Toxic
Chemicals (40 CFR 372.65) - Supplier Notification Required:
Components
Zinc Oxide
Propylene Glycol
1,3-Benzenedicarbonitrile, 2,4,5,6-tetrachloro-
U.S. EPA Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Composite List of Hazardous Wastes and Appendix VIII
Hazardous Constituents (40 CFR 261):
If discarded in its purchased form, this product would not be a hazardous waste either by listing or by
characteristic. However, under RCRA, it is the responsibility of the product user to determine at the time of
disposal, whether a material containing the product or derived from the product should be classified as a
hazardous waste. (40 CFR 261.20-24)
State Right-To-Know Information
The following chemicals are specifically listed by individual states; other product specific health and safety data
in other sections of the MSDS may also be applicable for state requirements. For details on your regulatory
requirements you should contact the appropriate agency in your state.
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New Jersey Environmental Hazardous Substances List and/or New Jersey RTK Special Hazardous Substances Lists:
Weight % Components CAS-No.
0.1-1% Ammonium Hydroxide 1336-21-6
California Prop. 65:
Warning! This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to be Carcinogenic.
Weight % Components CAS-No.
0.1 - 1% 1,3-Benzenedicarbonitrile,
2,4,5,6-tetrachloro- 1897-45-6
<0.5% Crystalline Quartz Silica 14808-60-7
0.1 - 1% Ammonium Hydroxide 1336-21-6
16. OTHER INFORMATION
NFPA 704M Rating
Health 1
Flammability 1
Reactivity 0
Other
0=Insignificant 1=Slight 2=Moderate 3=High 4=Extreme
HMIS Rating
Health 1*
Flammability 1
Physical Hazard 0
0=Minimal 1=Slight 2=Moderate 3=Serious 4=Severe
* = Chronic Health Hazard
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HMIS and NFPA ratings are provided by Neptune Coatings as a customer service.
This information is furnished without warranty, express or implied. This information is believed to be accurate to the best
knowledge of Neptune Coatings. The information in this MSDS relates only to the specific material designated herein. Neptune
Coatings assumes no legal responsibility for use of or reliance upon the information in this MSDS.
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