MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
LaMOTTE COMPANY
PO BOX 329 - CHESTERTOWN - MARYLAND - 21620
TELEPHONE # FOR INFORMATION 410-778-3100
24 Hour Emergency Number (CHEM-TEL) 800-255-3924
1. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
CM Indicator Code Nr. 6522
2. HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
NAME CAS # TSCA # % PEL TLV
Ethanol 64-17-5 22 1900 mg/cubic m 1000 ppm
^ Methanol 67-56-1 1 260 mg/cubic m 200 ppm
Triethanolamine 102-71-6 76 5 mg/cubic m 10mg/cubic
3. NON-HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS EXCEPT WATER (7732-18-5)
NAME CAS # %
Eriochrome Black T 1787-61-7 <0.1
4. PHYSICAL DATA
Appearance: Dark Blue Liquid
Solubility in Water: Soluble Odor: Slightly fishy Unknown N/A
Boiling Point: Melt. Point:
Vapor Pressure: Unknown Vapor Density: 3 (Air=1) pH: 10 - 11
5. FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
Flash Point (method used) N/A N/A UEL: N/A
Flammable Limit: LEL:
Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, alcohol-resistant foam, CO2
HMIS Hazard: Health - 1 Flammability - 1 0
Reactivity - Scale: 4 = Extreme, 3 = High, 2 = Moderate, 1 = Slight, 0 = Least
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:
N/A
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazard:
N/A
6. REACTIVITY DATA
Conditions to avoid: Heat
Stability:
Incompatibility (Materials to avoid):
Stable
Acids, oxidizers
Unstable
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Toxic fumes of COx or NOx under fire conditions.
7. HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Toxicity: orl rat LD50: 7 gm/kg, ethanol; orl rat LD50: 8 gm/kg, triethanolamine
Primary Route of Entry: Skin Carcinogenicity:
Inhalation None NTP
Ingestion N/ A OSHA IARC
Other Health Related Comments:
Target Organs: N/A
Signs and symptoms of exposure:
May be irritating to eyes, skin and respiratory tract.
Medical Condition Aggravated by Exposure: N/A
8. EMERGENCY FIRST AID PROCEDURES
Eye Contact: Immediately flush with water for 15 minutes.
Ingestion: Rinse out mouth. Drink plenty of water. Consult a physician immediately.
Inhalation:
Move to fresh air. Consult a physician.
Skin Contact:
Flush skin with water while removing affected clothing. Wash skin with soap and water.
9. SPILL AND DISPOSAL PROCEDURES
Spill and Leak:
Ventilate area. Eliminate sources of ignition. Absorb on paper. Evaporate on iron pan in hood. Burn paper.
Disposal:
Flush down drain with excess water. Dispose according to federal, state and local regulations.
10. PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES
In Handling: Gloves Eye Protection N/A Other: Lab Coat
Ventilation Normal Mechanical Respiratory Protection
Work/Hygienic Practices: Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with skin and clothing.
11. SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
N/A
DATE: 4/4/2000 The above information is believed to be correct but does not claim to be all inclusive and should be used only as a guide.
^ This is a toxic chemical subject to reporting requirements of section 313 of EPCRA and 40CFR372.