Material Safety Data Sheet
This MSDS is prepared in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200
E D-1B HCS CLASS: Corrosive liquid.
WHMIS (Pictograms) WHMIS (Classification) HCS
Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product Name/ Ax It Plus Code
154
Trade name
Not applicable.
CAS #
Very Aggressive No-Rinse Stripper
Synonym
Validation Date 3/2/2007
Not available.
Chemical Family
3/23/2007
Print Date
Chemical Formula Not applicable.
Chemtrec (800) 424-9300
In Case of
Manufacturer/ Supplier Betco Corporation Emergency
1001 Brown Avenue
Toledo, Ohio 43607
(419) 241-2156
TSCA Inventory: All components listed or are exempt from listing.
TSCA
Protective Clothing
DSL/ NDSL All components listed unless noted elsewhere on this MSDS
Section 2. Composition and Information on Ingredients
Name CAS # Exposure Limits
% by LC50/LD50
Weight
2-Butoxyethanol 111-76-2 <21 TWA: 20 (ppm) from ORAL (LD50): Acute:
ACGIH (TLV) [United 1746 mg/kg [Rat].
States]
TWA: 50 (ppm) from
OSHA (PEL) [United
States]
Potassium Hydroxide 1310-58-3 <10 Not available. Not available.
Sodium Xylene Sulfonate 1300-72-7 <7 Not available. ORAL (LD50): Acute:
650 mg/kg [Rat]. 5939
mg/kg [Mouse].
Monoethanolamine 141-43-5 <5 TWA: 3 (ppm) Not available.
TWA: 6 (ppm) from
OSHA (PEL) [United
States]
STEL: 6 (ppm)
Section 3. Hazards Identification
Corrosive to skin and eyes on contact. Liquid or spray mist may produce tissue damage
Potential Acute Health
particularly on mucous membranes of eyes, mouth and respiratory tract. Skin contact may
Effects
produce burns. Inhalation of the spray mist may produce severe irritation of respiratory tract,
characterized by coughing, choking, or shortness of breath.
Potential Chronic Health May aggravate existing respiratory conditions such as asthma. Severe over exposure may
cause nervous system damage and kidney damage. Repeated or prolonged exposure to the
Effects
substance may produce liver damage, blood disorders.
Not classified or listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA, EU and ACGIH.
Carcinogenic Effects
Section 4. First Aid Measures
Avoid contact with eyes Call a poison control center or doctor immediately for treatment
Eye Contact
advice. Hold eye open and rinse slowly and thoroughly with water for 15 to 20 minutes.
Remove contact lenses, if present, after the first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing eye.
Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 15 to 20 minutes.
Skin Contact
Move person to fresh air. If person is not breathing, call 911 or an ambulance, then give
Inhalation
artificial respiration., preferably mouth to mouth if possible.
Call a poison control center immediately for treatment advice. Have person sip a glass of
Ingestion
water if able to swallow. Do NOT induce vomiting unless instructed to do so by a poison
control center or doctor. Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious person
Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
Not available.
Products of Combustion
Non-flammable substance.
Fire Fighting Media
and Instructions
No additional remark.
Special Remarks on Fire
Hazards
No additional remark.
Special Remarks on
Explosion Hazards
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Absorb with an inert material and place in an appropriate waste disposal container.
Small Spill and Leak
Corrosive liquid. Do not touch damaged container or spilled material. Isolate the area, do not
Large Spill and Leak
attempt to clean-up spill, notify your manager for additional instructions.
Splash goggles. Full suit. Boots. Gloves. Suggested protective clothing might not be
Personal Protection in
sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE handling this product.
Case of a Large Spill
Section 7. Handling and Storage
After handling, always wash hands thoroughly with soap and water. Do not breathe
Precautions
gas/fumes/ vapor/spray. Do not ingest. Good general ventilation should be sufficient to
control airborne levels.
acids , oxidizing materials, metals
Incompatibility
Corrosive materials should be stored in a separate safety storage cabinet or room. Handle
Storage
and open container with care Keep out of the reach of children. Not for use or storage in or
around the home.
Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Good general ventilation should be sufficient to control airborne levels.
Engineering Controls
Personal Protection
Eyes Splash goggles.
Body Wear overalls or long sleeved shirt and long trousers, nitrile rubber or neoprene gloves, rubber
boots.
Respiratory Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Be sure to use a MSHA/NIOSH
approved respirator or equivalent.
Hands Gloves (impervious).
Protective Clothing
(Pictograms)
2-Butoxyethanol
Exposure Limits
TWA: 25 (ppm)
TWA: 50 (ppm) from OSHA (PEL)
Monoethanolamine
TWA: 3 (ppm)
TWA: 6 (ppm) from OSHA (PEL)
STEL: 6 (ppm)
Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Liquid. (Liquid.)
Physical State and Characteristic.
Odor
Appearance
Taste Not available.
Not applicable.
Molecular Weight
Colorless.
Color
13.5 to 14 [Basic.]
pH
214癋 initial
Boiling/Condensation
Point
Not available.
Melting/Freezing Point
Not available.
Critical Temperature
Not available.
Instability Temperature
1.04 (Water = 1)
Specific Gravity
20mm Hg @ 68癋
Vapor Pressure
>1 (Air = 1)
Vapor Density
90
Volatility
Not available.
VOC
<1 compared to Water
Evaporation Rate
See solubility in water.
Dispersion Properties
Easily soluble in cold water.
Solubility
May be combustible at high temperature.
The Product is:
Not available.
Auto-ignition
Temperature
Not available.
Flash Points
Not available.
Flammable Limits
Fire Hazards in Presence Non-flammable.
of Various Substances
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
Explosion Hazards in
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
Presence of Various
Substances
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity Data
The product is stable.
Stability
acids , oxidizing materials, metals
Incompatibility with
Various Substances
Hazardous Decomposition Will not occur.
Products
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Absorbed through skin. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.
Routes of Entry
WARNING: THE LC50 VALUES HEREUNDER ARE ESTIMATED ON THE BASIS OF A
Toxicity to Animals
4-HOUR EXPOSURE.
Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 1746 mg/kg [Rat]. (2-Butoxyethanol).
Acute toxicity of the gas (LC50): 926 ppm 4 hour(s) [Mouse]. (2-Butoxyethanol).
Acute Effects on Humans
Eyes Corrosive to eyes on contact. Eye contact can result in corneal damage or blindness.
Skin Corrosive to skin and eyes on contact. Tissue Destruction Possible. Skin contact may
produce burns.
Inhalation The product is a severe irritant for lungs and respiratory tract. Liquid or spray mist may
produce tissue damage particularly on mucous membranes of eyes, mouth and respiratory
tract.
Ingestion Harmful if swallowed. Burns to mouth, throat and stomach. May be fatal if swallowed.
May aggravate existing respiratory conditions such as asthma. Severe over exposure may
Chronic Effects on
cause nervous system damage and kidney damage. Repeated or prolonged exposure to the
Humans
substance may produce liver damage, blood disorders.
No additional remark.
Special Remarks on
Toxicity to Animals
No additional remark.
Special Remarks on
Chronic Effects on
Humans
Section 12. Ecological Information
Not available.
Ecotoxicity
Not available.
BOD5 and COD
Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term
Products of
degradation products may arise.
Biodegradation
Toxicity of the Products of Not available.
Biodegradation
No additional remark.
Special Remarks on the
Products of
Biodegradation
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Any method in accordance with applicable laws.
Waste Information
Not available.
Waste Stream
Section 14. Transport Information
DOT (U.S.A)
(Pictograms)
CORROSIVE
8
8
TDG Classification
8
PIN UN, Proper Shipping Shipping name: Corrosive liquids n.o.s. UNNA: UN1760 PG: II
Name, PG
Maritime Transportation Not available.
Not available.
Special Provisions for
Transport
Section 15. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms
E D-1B
WHMIS (Classification)
No products were found.
Regulatory Lists
OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
Other Regulations
HCS CLASS: Corrosive liquid.
Other Classifications HCS (U.S.A.)
USA Regulatory
Lists
SARA 311/312 MSDS distribution - chemical inventory - hazard
identification: 2-Butoxyethanol: immediate health hazard, delayed health
hazard; Potassium Hydroxide: immediate health hazard
SARA 313 toxic chemical notification and release reporting:
2-Butoxyethanol
R35- Causes severe burns.
DSD (EEC)
International No products were found.
Regulations Lists
Hazardous Material * 3 National Fire
Health
Flammability
0
Information System 0 Protection
Flammability
3 0
(U.S.A.) Instability
Health
0 Association
Physical Hazard
(U.S.A.)
The Hazard Ranking systems presented on this MSDS provide only a quick reference for hazard information. The ENTIRE Specific Hazard
MSDS must be consulted to determine any specific hazards, First Aid measures, and PPE associated with this product.
Section 16. Other Information
Validated by CRushton on 3/2/2007. Verified by CRushton.
Printed 3/23/2007.
Information Contact Betco Corporation
1001 Brown Avenue
Toledo, Ohio 43607
Notice to Reader
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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