MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

                                            LaMOTTE COMPANY

                              PO BOX 329 - CHESTERTOWN - MARYLAND - 21620

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    1. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

    Aluminum Test Solution                                              Code Nr.         5101

    2. HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

    NAME                                                                            CAS #              TSCA #        %              PEL                      TLV

^   Isopropanol                                                                     67-63-0                          >99        400 ppm                   400 ppm









    3. NON-HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS EXCEPT WATER (7732-18-5)

    NAME                                                                                                                                      CAS #                 %

    Hematein                                                                                                                                 475-25-2               0.1









    4. PHYSICAL DATA

    Appearance: Clear Red Liquid

    Solubility in Water: Soluble               Odor: Alcohol                                                         82 deg C                             N/A

                                                                                                    Boiling Point:                         Melt. Point:

    Vapor Pressure: 33mm Hg@ 20degC Vapor Density: 2 (Air=1)                           pH: N/A

    5. FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA

    Flash Point (method used) 17 deg C-closed cup                                                                           2%                    UEL: 12%

                                                                                                  Flammable Limit: LEL:

    Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, CO2, or water spray

    HMIS Hazard: Health - 1           Flammability - 3                             0

                                                             Reactivity -                                Scale: 4 = Extreme, 3 = High, 2 = Moderate, 1 = Slight, 0 = Least

    Special Fire Fighting Procedures:

    Firefighters wear self-contained breathing apparatus

    Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazard:

    Vapors may travel to ignition source and flash back.



    6. REACTIVITY DATA

                  Conditions to avoid: Heat, sources of ignition

    Stability:

                  Incompatibility (Materials to avoid):

       Stable

                  Contact with nitric acid or other strong oxidizers

       Unstable

                  Hazardous Decomposition Products: COx

    7. HEALTH HAZARD DATA

    Toxicity: orl rat LD50: 5840 mg/kg for isopropanol; orl hmn LDLo: 3570 mg/kg

    Primary Route of Entry:                                Skin Carcinogenicity:

                                     Inhalation                                                 None       NTP

                                     Ingestion             N/ A                                 OSHA       IARC

    Other Health Related Comments:



    Target Organs: Eyes, Lungs, Skin, Central Nervous System

    Signs and symptoms of exposure:

    Vapor and liquid harmful. Irritating to eyes, nose and skin. Inhalation causes dizziness, headache, drowsiness, difficult breathing.



    Medical Condition Aggravated by Exposure: N/A

    8. EMERGENCY FIRST AID PROCEDURES

    Eye Contact: Immediately flush with water for 15 minutes. Consult physician.

    Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Drink plenty of water. Call a doctor immediately.

    Inhalation:

    Remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.

    Skin Contact:

    Flush skin with water. Wash with soap and water.



    9. SPILL AND DISPOSAL PROCEDURES

    Spill and Leak:

    Eliminate all sources of ignition. Absorb on paper. Evaporate on iron pan in hood.



    Disposal:

    Small quantity: Flush down drain with excess water. Large quantity: Atomize into incinerator. 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 and avoid contact with skin and eyes.

    11. SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS

    Do not use near heat or flame

    DATE: 4/11/2000                         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.