Material Safety Data Sheet
This MSDS is prepared in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200
WHMIS Class E: Corrosive liquid. HCS CLASS: Toxic.
HCS CLASS: Corrosive liquid.
WHMIS (Pictograms) WHMIS (Classification) HCS
Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product Name/ Trade AX-It Code
099
name
Not applicable.
CAS #
Baseboard Cleaner and Stripper
Synonym
Validation Date 3/23/2004
Not available.
Chemical Family
3/27/2004
Print Date
Not applicable.
Chemical Formula
In Case of Chemtrec (800) 424-9300
Manufacturer/ Supplier Betco Corporation Emergency
1001 Brown Avenue
Toledo, Ohio 43607
(419) 241-2156
TSCA TSCA Inventory: All components listed or are exempt from listing.
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
1) Water 7732-18-5 0-100 Not available. Not available.
2) 2-Butoxyethanol 111-76-2 10-15 TWA: 25 (ppm) ORAL (LD50): Acute: 1746
TWA: 50 (ppm) from mg/kg [Rat]. GAS (LC50):
OSHA (PEL) Acute: 926 ppm 4 hour(s)
[Mouse].
3) Monoethanolamine 141-43-5 5-10 TWA: 3 (ppm) Not available.
TWA: 6 (ppm) from OSHA
(PEL)STEL: 6 (ppm)
4) Liquified Petroleum Gas 68476-85-7 5-10 TWA: 1000 (ppm) Not available.
TWA: 1000 (ppm) from
OSHA (PEL)
5) Xanthan Gum 11138-66-2 0-5 Not available. ORAL (LD50): Acute: 5000
mg/kg [Rat].
6) Ethylene Glycol 107-21-1 0-5 Not available. Not available.
7) Sodium Benzoate 532-32-1 0-5 Not available. Not available.
8) Perfume Oil N/A 0-5 Not available. Not available.
Section 3. Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects Corrosive to eyes and skin. Irritating to nose, throat and mouth.
Prolonged exposure may result in skin burns and ulcerations. Severe over-exposure can produce
Potential Chronic Health
choking, unconsciousness. May aggravate existing respiratory conditions such as asthma.
Effects
The following information is applicable to animal data and relevance to humans has yet to be
determined: Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce kidney
damage.(Monoethanolamine, 2-Butoxyethanol) Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can
produce blood disorders. (2-butoxyethanol)
Not classified or listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA, EU and ACGIH.
Carcinogenic Effects
Section 4. First Aid Measures
Avoid contact with eyes. Flush eyes with a gentle stream of water holding eyelids open for at least 15
Eye Contact
minutes. Seek immediate medical attention.
In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing
Skin Contact
contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse.
Get medical attention immediately.
Move person to fresh air. If person is not breathing, call 911 or an ambulance, then give artificial
Inhalation
respiration., preferably mouth to mouth if possible.
Call a poison control center immediately for treatment advice. Do NOT induce vomiting unless
Ingestion
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
N/A
Fire Fighting Media
and Instructions
N/A
Special Remarks on Fire
Hazards
Heated cans may burst.
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
Absorb with an inert material and put the spilled material in an appropriate waste disposal.
Large Spill and Leak
Personal Protection in Case of Splash goggles. Full suit. Boots. Gloves. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient;
consult a specialist BEFORE handling this product.
a Large Spill
Section 7. Handling and Storage
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. COMBUSTIBLE LIQUID AND VAPOR. DO NOT ingest.
Precautions
Strong acids and oxidizers.
Incompatibility
Corrosive materials should be stored in a separate safety storage cabinet or room. Keep out of reach
Storage
of children. For Institutional and Commercial Use
Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Good general ventilation should be sufficient to control airborne levels.
Engineering Controls
Personal Protection
Eyes Splash goggles.
Body Long Pants and Long Sleeves to avoid skin cotact.
Respiratory Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate.
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)
Liquified Petroleum Gas
TWA: 1000 (ppm)
TWA: 1000 (ppm) from OSHA (PEL)
Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Liquid.
Physical State and Characteristic.
Odor
Appearance
Taste Not available.
Not applicable.
Molecular Weight
Clear
Color
11.5 to 12.5 [Basic.]
pH
N/A
Boiling/Condensation Point
Not available.
Melting/Freezing Point
Not available.
Critical Temperature
Not available.
Instability Temperature
Not available.
Specific Gravity
60 psig @ 68癋
Vapor Pressure
>1 (Air = 1)
Vapor Density
99
Volatility
Not available.
VOC
<1
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
LOWER: 1.1% UPPER: 17%
Flammable Limits
No specific information is available in our database regarding the flammability of this product in
Fire Hazards in Presence of
presence of various materials.
Various Substances
Containers may explode when heated.
Explosion Hazards in
Presence of Various
Substances
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity Data
The product is stable.
Stability
Incompatibility with Various Strong acids and oxidizers.
Substances
Will not occur.
Hazardous Decomposition
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 4-HOUR
Toxicity to Animals
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 Severe eye irritant. Liquid and mist may damage the eyes, causing corneal injury.
Skin Severe skin irritant. May cause redness, swelling, and defatting.
Inhalation Vapors may be irritating to mucous membranes of the nose, throat, and lungs. High concentrations may
cause headache, dizziness, and nausea.
Ingestion May cause dizziness, headache, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Harmful if swallowed.
Prolonged exposure may result in skin burns and ulcerations. Severe over-exposure can produce
Chronic Effects on Humans
choking, unconsciousness. May aggravate existing respiratory conditions such as asthma.
The following information is applicable to animal data and relevance to humans has yet to be
determined: Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce kidney
damage.(Monoethanolamine, 2-Butoxyethanol) Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can
produce blood disorders. (2-butoxyethanol)
Special Remarks on Toxicity No additional remark.
to Animals
Special Remarks on Chronic No additional remark.
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 degradation
Products of Biodegradation
products may arise.
Not available.
Toxicity of the Products of
Biodegradation
No additional remark.
Special Remarks on the
Products of Biodegradation
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental control
Waste Information
regulations.
Not available.
Waste Stream
Section 14. Transport Information
DOT (U.S.A)
(Pictograms)
Not controlled under TDG (Canada).
TDG Classification
Not applicable.
PIN UN, Proper Shipping
Name, PG
Not available.
Maritime Transportation
Not applicable.
Special Provisions for
Transport
Section 15. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms
WHMIS Class E: Corrosive liquid.
WHMIS (Classification)
No products were found.
Regulatory Lists
OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
Other Regulations
HCS CLASS: Toxic.
Other Classifications HCS (U.S.A.)
HCS CLASS: Corrosive liquid.
No components found on California Prop 65
USA Regulatory
Lists
SARA 311/312 MSDS distribution - chemical inventory - hazard identification:
2-Butoxyethanol: immediate health hazard, delayed health hazard; Ethylene
Glycol; Monoethanolamine; Fire; Liquified Petroleum Gas
SARA 313 toxic chemical notification and release reporting: 2-Butoxyethanol;
Ethylene Glycol
DSD (EEC)
International No products were found.
Regulations Lists
Hazardous Material * 3 National Fire
Health
Flammability
1
Information System
1 Protection
Flammability
(U.S.A.) 3 0
Association (U.S.A.) Instability
Health
0
Physical Hazard
Specific Hazard
The Hazard Ranking systems presented on this MSDS provide only a quick reference for hazard information. The ENTIRE
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 3/23/2004. Verified by CRushton.
Printed 3/27/2004.
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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