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PRODUCT NAME: WEN ULTRASONIC CLEANER 5 PAIL
PRODUCT CODE: FLCUSCXFWEN-USC-5
================== SECTION I - MANUFACTURER IDENTIFICATION =================
DISTRIBUTOR'S NAME: Walter E. Nelson Company
ADDRESS : 5937 North Cutter Circle
Portland, OR 97217
EMERGENCY PHONE : 800-228-5635 x059 DATE REVISED : 8/8/2008
INFORMATION PHONE : 800-929-2141 NAME OF PREPARER : C. WERNER, CHEMIST
========== SECTION II - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS/SARA III INFORMATION =========
VAPOR PRESSURE WEIGHT
REPORTABLE COMPONENTS CAS NUMBER mm Hg @ TEMP PERCENT
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SODIUM SILICATE 1344-09-8 24 68 DEG F 2
OSHA PEL: NONE, ACGIH TLV: NONE, OTHER: NONE
NITRILOTRIACETIC ACID 18662-53-8 0 0 .90
OSHA PEL: NONE, ACGIH TLV: NONE, OTHER: 1
* Indicates toxic chemical(s) subject to the reporting requirements of section 313 of Title III and of 40 CFR 372.
This product may contain chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive
harm.
=============== SECTION III - PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS ============
BOILING POINT: 212 DEG F SPECIFIC GRAVITY (H2O=1): 1.06
VAPOR DENSITY: HEAVIER THAN AIR EVAPORATION RATE: SLOWER THAN ETHER
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Complete pH: 12.0 - 13.0
APPEARANCE AND ODOR: Liquid, non-viscous, faint sweet odor.
================= SECTION IV - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA ==============
FLASH POINT: NONE METHOD USED: COC
FLAMMABLE LIMITS IN AIR BY VOLUME- LOWER: 0 UPPER: 0
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: FOAM, CO2, DRY CHEMICAL, WATER FOG
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING PROCEDURES
Fire fighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing. Use water spray to cool
nearby containers and structures exposed to fire.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS
None
======================== SECTION V - REACTIVITY DATA =======================
STABILITY: STABLE
CONDITIONS TO AVOID
None
INCOMPATIBILITY (MATERIALS TO AVOID)
Acids, strong oxidizers, many organic chemicals, and organic acids.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION OR BYPRODUCTS
None
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: WILL NOT OCCUR
==================== SECTION VI - HEALTH HAZARD DATA =======================
INHALATION HEALTH RISKS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
Vapors and mists can be harmful to the nose, throat, and mucous membranes.
SKIN AND EYE CONTACT HEALTH RISKS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
EYES - Vapors, liquid, and mists are corrosive to the eyes. Liquid and mists may damage the eyes, causing corneal
injury. SKIN - Vapor, liquid, and mists are corrosive to skin. Brief exposure may irritate skin. Prolonged exposure may
burn skin.
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SKIN ABSORPTION HEALTH RISKS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
Redness, drying of skin, or other signs of irritation or contact dermatitis. May result in primary irritant dermatitis.
INGESTION HEALTH RISKS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
Vapors, mists, and liquid are irritating to the mouth and throat. Swallowing the liquid burns the tissues, and may
cause severe abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting.
HEALTH HAZARDS (ACUTE AND CHRONIC)
May be very irritating to the eyes on contact.
CARCINOGENICITY: NTP CARCINOGEN: Yes IARC MONOGRAPHS: Yes OSHA REGULATED:
Yes
The component, NTA, of this product is considered to be a carcinogen by the National Toxicology Program, the
International Agency for Research on Cancer, and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE
Persons with pre-existing dermatitis may be more susceptible to the effects of this material.
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES
INHALATION - Remove to fresh air. Give artificial resperation if not breathing. EYES - Flush immediately with lots of
running water for at least 15 minutes holding eye lids open. GET MEDICAL ATTENTION. SKIN - Immediately flush skin with
lots of running water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. INGESTION - Drink 1 to 8
glasses of water to dilute. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Consult a physician or poison control center immediately. Treat
symptomatically. Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious or convulsing person.
=========== SECTION VII - PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE ============
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED
For small spills dilute with water, mop or wipe up and contain. For large spills, contain by diking with absorbant
material and carefully neutralize with a mild acid. Keep material out of sewers, storm drains, surface waters, and
soil.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD
Comply with all applicable governmental regulations on spill reporting, handling and disposal of waste. Dispose of
contaminated product and materials used in clean up in a manner approved for this material and the contaminant. Consult
appropriate Federal, State and Local regulatory agencies to ascertain proper disposal procedures and comply with them.
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORING
Store in a dry, well ventilated place away from incompatible materials. Keep container tightly closed when not in use.
Store at temperatures above the solutions freezing point to remain liquid. Do not use pressure to empty container.
OTHER PRECAUTIONS
Empty containers usually still hold residues of material and vapors. These must be considered hazardous and disposed of
in accordance with proper handling procedures prescribed for hazardous chemicals. When mixing with water, always add
this product to water and stir.
===================== SECTION VIII - CONTROL MEASURES ======================
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION
In the absence of adequate ventilation an approved respirator may be required.
VENTILATION
Be sure to provide adequate ventilation in all working areas at all time. In general, health problems could result from
repeated and prolonged exposureto chemical vapors.
PROTECTIVE GLOVES
Wear resistant gloves such as polyethylene or rubber.
EYE PROTECTION
Chemical splash goggles should be worn during application of this product.
OTHER PROTECTIVE CLOTHING OR EQUIPMENT
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Where gross eye and skin contact may occur use and wear appropriate clothing, rubber boots with pants on the outside,
and rubber gloves.
WORK/HYGIENIC PRACTICES
Standard hygienic practices must be observed when handling all chemicals.
========================= SECTION IX - DISCLAIMER ==========================
Information contained herein is furnished without warranty of any kind. Employees should use this information only as a
supplement to other information gathered by them and must make independent determination of suitability and completeness
of information from all sources to assure proper use of these materials and for the safety and health of employees.
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