MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Use in case of emergency only:
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Section 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product Identifier
S-325 New Beginning Extra-Strength
Cleaner and Wax Remover
Supplier
Armstrong World Industries Canada Ltd.
6911 D閏arie Blvd.
Montr閍l, Qu閎ec
H3W 3E5
Manufacturer
WHMIS Classification:
Armstrong
D2B E
Armstrong World Industries, Inc.
D2B = Toxic material causing other chronic effects
P. O. Box 3001
E = Corrosive material
Lancaster, PA 17604
* Refer to Section 11 `Effects of Chronic Exposure to Material'
Product Code / Synonyms Product Use
New Beginning Floor cleaner and wax remover.
Chemical Name Chemical Family Chemical Formula
Not Applicable Aqueous cleaner Not Applicable
Section 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Percentage CAS LD50 LC50
Ingredients (by weight) Numbers (species and route) (species and route)
Water, etc.* 93 - 95 Not Available Not Available
Sodium metasilicate pentahydrate 1 1-3 6834-92-0 (orl-rat)800mg/kg Not Available
Monoethanolamine 2 1-3 141-43-5 (orl-rat)1720mg/kg (ihl-mus)LC>2420mg/m3/2H
2-Butoxyethanol 3 1-3 111-76-2 (orl-rat)470mg/kg (ihl-rat)450ppm/4H
Notes:
1) RTECS Number: VV9275000
2) RTECS Number: KJ5775000
3) RTECS Number: KJ8575000
* Other ingredients contained in this product, considered to have certain toxicological properties, are below the
minimum ingredient disclosure requirements of the CPR, and are therefore not indicated.
Refer to Section 8 for exposure guidelines.
Section 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Emergency Overview
Transparent green liquid with slight odour.
CORROSIVE. Can cause injury to eyes and skin. May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Avoid breathing vapour or mist. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Keep container tightly closed after use.
Wash thoroughly after handling. Store away from incompatibles. Use only with adequate ventilation. Handle with
caution. Keep out of the reach of children.
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Potential health effects
Routes of entry: Inhalation acute, skin contact, eye contact, ingestion.
Eyes: May cause injury to eyes.
Skin: May cause burns. Additional effects may include blisters.
Ingestion: May cause irritation and burning of the gastrointestinal tract with nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain.
Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic effects: May cause effects as in short term exposure.
Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
First aid procedures
Eyes: Flush any eye contact with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If wearing contact lenses, remove them
immediately and continue flushing, occasionally lifting upper and lower lids, until no evidence of product remains.
Refer to physician if irritation or symptoms persist.
Skin: Flush any skin contact with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing.
Wash with soap or mild detergent and water until no evidence of product remains. Refer to physician if irritation or
symptoms persist.
Do not induce vomiting unless performed by qualified medical personnel. Immediately call Poison
Ingestion:
Control Center or physician for guidance. Never give anything by mouth if patient is unconscious. Obtain medical
attention immediately.
Inhalation: In case of excessive inhalation, or if exposed to excess concentrations of vapour, remove subject to
fresh air. If breathing stopped, begin artificial respiration. Keep victim warm and at rest. Oxygen may be
administered only by qualified medical personnel. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
Note to physicians
Treatment may vary with condition of victim and specifics of incident. The following treatment has been
recommended. However, the decision as to whether the severity of situation requires administration of any
treatment should be made by qualified medical personnel. Do not perform gastric lavage or induce emesis. If
vomiting occurs, keep head lower than hips to help prevent aspiration. Maintain airway and respiration. Treat
symptomatically and supportively. Esophagoscopy is the only way to exclude the possibility of corrosion in the upper
gastrointestinal tract. If corrosion is suspected, esophagoscopy should usually be performed within 24 hours.
Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flammable properties
Flammability: MINIMAL HAZARD: Material will not burn in air when exposed to a temperature of 815.6癈
(1500癋) for a period of 5 minutes.
Flash point and method: ................................... Not Applicable
Upper explosion limit (% by volume): .............. Not Applicable
Lower explosion limit (% by volume): .............. Not Applicable
Autoignition temperature: ................................ Not Applicable
Hazardous combustion products: ..................... Toxic oxides of carbon and nitrogen.
Fire and explosion hazard
Sensitivity to static discharge:......................... Not Applicable
Sensitivity to mechanical impact: ................... Not Applicable
Extinguishing media: ....................................Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray or regular foam.
Fire fighting instructions
Avoid breathing hazardous vapours, keep upwind. Protect fire fighters from toxic products of combustion by wearing
self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full fire-fighting turn-out gear (Bunker gear).
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Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Leak and spill procedure
Stop leak without risk. Ventilate area of spill or leak. Keep unnecessary people away. Isolate hazard area and
restrict entry. Personnel involved in clean-up should wear personal protective equipment to prevent skin, eye and
respiratory exposure. Wear boots to prevent contact with shoes. For exposures above TLV, wear NIOSH/MSHA
approved respiratory equipment.
Contain spill, preventing it from entering sewer lines or waterways. Use clay, or other inert absorbent, to assist with
the pick-up of material. Place material in clean, dry containers for reclamation or later disposal. Observe suitable
housekeeping procedures. Residual of product can be cleaned up with warm soapy water.
Section 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling procedures and equipment
Avoid eye and skin contact, and breathing of vapour. Use with adequate ventilation. Prevent buildup of vapours -
open all windows and doors - use only with cross-ventilation. Close container after use.
Good hygienic practices should be observed. Wash thoroughly with soap and water before eating, drinking,
smoking, or using toilet facilities. Launder contaminated clothing before reuse. Do not take internally. Use only as
directed on label. Keep out of the reach of children.
Storage requirements
Store in cool, dry and well ventilated area away from incompatibles. Protect containers from physical damage.
Recommended storage temperature is above 4癈 (39.2癋) and below 35癈 (95癋). Keep from freezing.
Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering controls
Use natural cross-ventilation, local (mechanical) pick-up, and/or general area (mechanical) ventilation to prevent an
accumulation of solvent vapours. The ventilation pattern must remove the heavier-than-air solvent vapours from the
lower levels of the work spaces and should be sufficient to keep total vapour concentration below the exposure
limits.
Personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection: Avoid contact with eyes and face. During the handling of this material, spectacle-type safety
glasses are recommended to prevent contact with this product.
Skin protection: Avoid prolonged contact with skin. During the handling of this material, impervious clothing and
gloves are recommended to prevent contact with this product. While on bended knees, do not kneel in product or
solution of product.
Avoid prolonged breathing of vapour. Normal ambient air circulation or ventilation is
Respiratory protection:
usually adequate and respiratory protective equipment should not be required. If adequate ventilation is not
afforded, wear NIOSH/MSHA approved respiratory equipment for organic vapours.
General: Where there is any possibility that an employee's eyes and/or skin may be exposed to this substance, the
employer should provide an eye wash fountain and quick drench shower within the immediate work area for
emergency use. Contaminated clothing should be immediately removed and not reworn until laundered.
Exposure guidelines*
Ingredients Percentage CAS OSHA ACGIH
(by weight) Numbers TWA STEL TWA STEL
Sodium metasilicate 1-3 6834-92-0
pentahydrate
Monoethanolamine 1-3 141-43-5 8mg/m3 15mg/m3 8mg/m3 15mg/m3
2-Butoxyethanol 1-3 111-76-2 120mg/m3 120mg/m3
*For ease of reading table, empty space indicates data is "Not Available".
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Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical state: .....................................................Liquid
Molecular weight:................................................Not Applicable
Odour and appearance:.......................................Transparent green with slight odour.
Odour threshold: .................................................3ppm; Monoethanolamine
Specific gravity (H20 = 1):...................................1.01
Bulk density: .......................................................1.01kg/L (8.42lbs/gallon U.S.)
Vapour pressure: .................................................760mmHg @ 100癈 (212癋); Water
Vapour density (Air = 1): ....................................4.1; 2-Butoxyethanol
Evaporation rate (n-Butyl acetate = 1):.............Not Available
Boiling point (H20 = 100癈): ...............................100癈 (212癋); Water
Freezing point (H20 = 0癈):.................................0癈 (32癋); Water
Melting point:......................................................0癈 (32癋); Water
Solubility in water: .............................................Completely soluble
% Volatile by weight (30min @ 275癋): .............97.3% - 97.7%
pH: ........................................................................12.0 - 12.6
Coefficient of water / oil distribution: .............Not Available
Section 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical stability
Stable under ambient temperature and pressure.
Conditions to avoid
Do not mix with incompatibles.
Incompatibility with other materials
Strong oxidizing agents and acids.
Hazardous decomposition products
Oxides of carbon, nitrogen and other toxic vapours and gases that are common to thermal degradation of organic
compounds.
Hazardous polymerization
Hazardous polymerization has not been reported to occur under normal ambient temperatures and pressures.
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Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
The toxicological properties of this product have not been fully investigated. Information is based on available
toxicological data on this product's ingredients. The following is provided as what can reasonably be expected,
and the hazard which may be present.
Effects of acute exposure to material
Eyes: CORROSIVE - CAN CAUSE INJURY TO EYES. Avoid contact with eyes. Accidental splashes in the eye
may cause redness, pain and possibly corneal burns. Severe irritation results when rabbit eyes are exposed to
100mg of 2-Butoxyethanol or to 250礸 of monoethanolamine.
Skin: CORROSIVE - CAN CAUSE INJURY TO SKIN. Avoid contact with skin. May cause severe irritation with
erythema, pain and blistering. Severe irritation results when human skin is exposed to 250mg of sodium
metasilicate pentahydrate for 24 hours.
Ingestion: CORROSIVE. May cause irritation and mucosal burns of the mouth and esophagus. There may be
discoloration of the tissues and edema of the epiglottis. Swallowing and speech may be difficult at first then almost
impossible. Irritation to severe corrosion of the gastrointestinal tract with nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and
shock may occur.
Inhalation: May cause irritation of the upper respiratory tract with sore throat, coughing and shortness of breath.
Effects of chronic exposure to material
Eyes: Effects depend on concentration and duration of exposure. Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause
conjunctivitis or damage to the corneal epithelium.
Effects depend on concentration and duration of exposure. Prolonged or repeated contact may cause
Skin:
dermatitis.
Ingestion: Prolonged or repeated exposure may result in liver and kidney damage.
Inhalation: Depending on the concentration and duration of exposure, repeated or prolonged exposure to corrosive
substances may cause inflammatory and ulcerative changes in the mouth with possible bronchial and
gastrointestinal disturbances.
Subchronic: Depending on the concentration and duration of exposure, repeated or prolonged exposure to vapour
concentrations may cause irritation of the respiratory tract, eyes and skin.
Carcinogenicity: The ingredients of this product are not classified as carcinogenic by the American Conference of
Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH) or the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), not
regulated as carcinogens by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and not listed as
carcinogens by the National Toxicology Program (NTP).
Effects on the female reproductive system, fertility, and specific developmental
Reproductive toxicity:
abnormalities have been reported from exposure of pregnant rats and rabbits to 2-Butoxyethanol, sodium
metasilicate pentahydrate and monoethanolamine.
Teratogenicity: Not Available
Mutagenicity: Mutagenic data reported in RTECS for monoethanolamine.
Synergistic materials
The manufacturer, or supplier, of this product are not aware of any toxic synergisms between hazardous and non-
hazardous ingredients ("Toxic" and "Non-Toxic" as defined under CPR).
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Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity
Not Available
Environmental fate
Biochemical oxygen demand (BOD):................. Not Available
Chemical oxygen demand (COD):...................... Not Available
Physical / chemical
Hydrolytic stability:........................................... Not Available
Photolytic stability: ........................................... Not Available
Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste disposal
Do not reuse container. Product residual should be thoroughly rinsed out with plenty of water before recycling of
empty containers. Rinse water should be treated in appropriate manner. Use only approved disposal methods in
accordance with all federal, provincial, and local waste disposal regulations to dispose of product. Do not dispose of
waste with normal garbage, or to sewer systems. Consult with local municipal officials, or provincial Ministry of the
Environment office nearest to your location, for approved disposal methods.
Section 14 - TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
Transportation and hazardous materials description
CORROSIVE LIQUIDS, N.O.S. (Sodium metasilicate pentahydrate), Class 8, UN1760, P.G. II.
Special shipping information
Ensure that all containers have appropriate lids and are securely closed. This product is packaged in the following
sizes:
Inner container (plastic) Quantity per box Gross mass
0.950L (1 quart US) 12 13.6kg (30 lbs)
1.9L (2 quarts US) 8 17.7kg (39 lbs)
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Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
Canadian federal regulations
Hazardous Products Act
Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS)
This material is a controlled product which meets the hazard criteria as a D2B "Toxic material causing other
chronic effects", E "Corrosive material" per the CPR (Sections 34 - 66).
This MSDS contains all of the information required by the CPR (Sections 12 - 13).
Consumer Chemicals and Containers Regulations (CCCR)
This material is packaged as a consumer product that contains a corrosive chemical and has a pH of 11.5 or
more in the manner that is customary or usual. Where the regulated product contains 1 per cent or more but
less than 5 per cent weight/weight of an alkali, the container of a regulated product shall disclose, in respect of
the regulated product, the hazard symbol set out in column II of item 9 of Schedule II with the information set out
in columns III and IV for each of the particulars set out in column I of items 1 to 4 of the table [Section 26(a) and
(b)].
CAUTION
CORROSIVE
Avoid contact with eyes.
FIRST AID TREATMENT
If splashed in eyes or on skin, flush
thoroughly with water.
Contains sodium metasilicate pentahydrate.
Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act
Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations (TDG)
The inner packagings of this product do not meet the standard set out in Table 4 of Part II of Schedule VIII. As
such and in respect of transportation by any means of transport, outer packages of this product must visibly
display the following words and labels on any side other than the side on which the package is intended to rest
or be stacked during transport:
CORROSIVE LIQUIDS, N.O.S. (Sodium metasilicate pentahydrate),
Class 8, UN1760, P.G. II
Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA)
Ingredients contained in this product are listed in the Domestic Substances List (DSL), and acceptable for use under
the provisions of CEPA.
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International regulations
Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA)
Ingredients contained in this product are not regulated under CERCLA (40 CFR 302.40).
Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA)
Ingredients contained in this product are not regulated under SARA (40 CFR 355.40).
Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)
All ingredients contained in this product are listed in the TSCA Inventory, and acceptable for use under the
provisions of the Environmental Protection Act (EPA).
Section 16 - OTHER INFORMATION
Label information
Front panel:
New Beginning Extra-strength cleaner and wax remover
removes tough dirt
?br>
dissolves wax buildup
?br>
for all vinyl floors
?br>
Back panel:
New Beginning is excellent for removing tough ground-in dirt or dissolving away wax buildup. Great for all vinyl
floors.
CAUTION: Avoid contact with eyes. Contains Sodium metasilicate pentahydrate.
FIRST AID TREATMENT: If splashed in eyes or on skin, flush thoroughly with water. If irritation continues, call
your doctor. Keep out of reach of children.
DIRECTIONS:
?Sweep or vacuum floor thoroughly.
?Apply generously full strength over approximately 1m2 area with a sponge mop.
?Let stand 2 - 3 minutes. While still wet, scrub with nylon pad or scrub brush.
?Take up liquid with sponge mop or cloth.
?Rinse thoroughly with clean, warm water, using clean sponge mop.
?Proceed to new area and repeat. Problem floors may require more than one application.
?When dry, restore shine with application of Armstrong ShinekeeperTM (not needed on Solarian floors).
Note: Do not use on wood or cork floors. Before using on linoleum, test on small hidden area. Let solution soak for
five minutes. Scrub, rinse, let dry. If softening or discolouration occurs, do not use.
NONFLAMMABLE - KEEP FROM FREEZING
Hazard rating and rating systems
This information is intended solely for the use of individuals trained in this particular system.
HEALTH = 2*. Moderate Hazard. Temporary or minor injury may occur. Presence of chronic effects.
FLAMMABILITY = 0. Minimal Hazard. Materials that will not burn.
REACTIVITY = 0. Minimal Hazard. Materials which in themselves are normally stable, even under fire exposure
conditions and which are not reactive with water.
PERSONAL PROTECTION = B. Spectacle-type safety glasses, and impervious gloves are considered as minimum
equipment for personal protection, and recommended only for normal and intended conditions of product use with
adequate ambient air circulation or ventilation.
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Preparation and revision information
Environment, Health and Safety
Prepared by:
Telephone Number: 1-877-276-7876, Opt 2,3,3
Effective date: June 1, 2006 Supersedes date: January 23, 2004
THE INFORMATION PRESENTED HEREIN IS SUPPLIED AS A GUIDE TO THOSE WHO HANDLE OR USE THIS
PRODUCT AND HAS BEEN PREPARED IN GOOD FAITH BY TECHNICALLY KNOWLEDGEABLE PERSONNEL.
IT IS NOT INTENDED TO BE ALL - INCLUSIVE. THE MANNER AND CONDITIONS OF USE AND HANDLING
MAY INVOLVE OTHER AND ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS. SAFE WORK PRACTICES MUST BE EMPLOYED
WHEN WORKING WITH ANY MATERIALS. IT IS IMPORTANT THAT THE END USER MAKES A
DETERMINATION REGARDING THE ADEQUACY OF THE SAFETY PROCEDURES EMPLOYED DURING THE
USE OF THIS PRODUCT.
NO WARRANTY OF ANY KIND IS GIVEN OR IMPLIED. ARMSTRONG WORLD INDUSTRIES CANADA LTD.,
WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES, LOSSES, INJURIES OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHICH MAY
RESULT FROM THE USE OR RELIANCE ON ANY INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN. THIS MATERIAL
SAFETY DATA SHEET IS VALID FOR THREE (3) YEARS.
Abbreviations
ACGIH = American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
CAS = Chemical Abstracts Service
CPR = Controlled Product Regulations, Hazardous Product Act
IARC = International Agency for Research on Cancer
LC50 = Lethal Concentration 50
LD50 = Lethal Dose 50
MSHA = Mine Safety and Health Administration
NIOSH = National Institute of Safety and Health
RTECS = Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances
STEL = Short Term Exposure Limit
TLV = Threshold Limit Values
TWA = Time-Weighted Average
WHMIS = Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
References
1. Material Safety Data Sheets from raw materials' suppliers
2. Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB), via STN International
3. Occupational Health Services Inc. (MSDS-OHS), via STN International
4. Registry, via STN International
5. Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances (RTECS), via STN International
Notes
This MSDS is prepared in accordance with the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) "Standard for the
Preparation of Material Safety Data Sheets" (ANSI Z400.1-1993).
This MSDS is available publicly through the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) on
CCINFOdisc or electronically via the scientific and technical information network, STN International (CCOHS-
MSDS).
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