MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
OSHA-Meets 29 CFR 1910.1200 Standards HMIS HAZARD RATINGS
Whiting Systems, Inc.
HEALTH 2 0 = INSIGNIFICANT 3 = HIGH
FLAMMABILITY 0 1 = SLIGHT 4 = EXTREME
REACTIVITY 0 2 = MODERATE
Automated Vehicle Industrial Power
TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
Wash Systems
Wash Systems PROPER SHIPPING NAME Phosphoric acid mixture
HAZARD CLASS/PKG GRP 8 / lll REF: 49 CFR 173.154, .203, .241
Est. 1974
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER UN 1805 LABEL: CORROSIVE
SECTION 1 -PRODUCT / COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
IDENTITY (AS USED ON LABEL AND LIST)
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SmartWash ?Phosphotizer
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER
MANUFACTURER'S NAME
Whiting Systems, Inc. INFOTRAC (800) 535-5053
ADDRESS TELEPHONE NUMBER FOR INFORMATION
9000 Highway 5 North (800) 542-9031
CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE DATE PREPARED: November 29, 2004
Alexander, AR 72002 SUPERSEDES: New
SECTION 2- HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS / IDENTITY INFORMATION
HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS % OSHA PEL ACGIH TWA SARA RQ
CAS #
PPM MG/M3 PPM MG/M3 TITLE III LBS
SPECIFIC CHEMICAL IDENTITY; COMMON NAME(S) (OPTIONAL)
Phosphoric acid (a) 7664-38-2 15 - 40 1 1 5000
Ethylene glycol monobutyl ether (b,c) 111-76-2 7 - 13 50 20 Yes
(a) The comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) has notification requirements for releases or spills to the
environment of the Reportable Quantity (RQ for this mixture > 24,000 lbs.) or greater amounts, according to 40 CFR 302.
(b) A "Yes" in the SARA TITLE III column in Section 2 indicates a toxic chemical subject to annual reporting requirements of Section 313 of the Emergency
Planning and Community Right-To-Know Act of 1986 and of 40 CFR 372.
(c) Indicates an employee's skin exposure shall be prevented or reduced to the extent necessary in the circumstances through the use of gloves, coveralls,
goggles, or other appropriate equipment.
SECTION 3 - HEALTH HAZARD DATA
ROUTES OF ENTRY - SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES
INHALATION: Corrosive and irritating to upper respiratory tract.
Remove affected person to fresh air; if breathing has not returned to normal
within a few minutes after exposure, get medical attention.
SKIN: Corrosive and irritating; chemical burns may result from contact.
Remove contaminated clothing; wash affected area with soap and water;
launder contaminated clothing before reuse; if irritation persists, seek medical
attention.
EYES:
Check for and removecontact lenses. Immediatelyflush eyes for 15 minutes in
Corrosive; Causes immediatesevere irritation of the eye and eyelids. If not quickly
clear running water while holding eyelids open; seek medical attention
removed by thorough irrigation with water, there may be prolonged or permanent
immediately.
visual impairment or total loss of sight
INGESTION:
Drink two glasses of water followed by milk, milk of magnesia or other
Corrosive to the mucous lining of the mouth, throat, nonalcoholic liquids; DO NOT induce vomiting; never give anything by mouth
to an unconscious person; seek medical attention immediately.
esophagus and stomach
CARCINOGENICITY NPT? No IARC MONOGRAPHS? No OSHA REGULATED? No
MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE: Preexisting skin, eye, or respiratory disorders may become aggravated through
prolonged exposure.
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SECTION 4 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FLASH POINT NFPA RATING FLAMMABLE LIMITS
Non-flammable None LEL: Not applicable UEL: Not applicable
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Carbon dioxide, water, water fog, dry chemical, chemical foam.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES
Keep containers cool with water spray to prevent container rupture due to steam buildup; CAUTION - material is corrosive.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS
Contact with B:C extinguisher powder may produce large amounts of carbon dioxide.
SECTION 5 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED:
CAUTION - CORROSIVE. Wash small spills to sanitary sewer. Confine large spill, soak up with approvedabsorbent, shovel product into approved container; for
spills in excess of allowablelimits (RQ) notify the National Response Center (800) 424 - 8802; refer to SARA Title III, Section 313 40 CFR 372, and CERCLA 40
CFR 302 for detailed instructions concerning reporting requirements.
SECTION 6 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORAGE:
Keep container closed when not in use; protect containers from abuse; protect from extreme temperatures. Separate from oxidizing materials, metallic powders
and other easily oxidized organic materials and reducing agents. CAUTION - material is corrosive. Keep this and other chemicals out of reach of children.
SECTION 7- EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION (SPECIFY TYPE)
None required while threshold limits are kept below maximum allowable concentrations; if TWA exceeds limits, NIOSH approved respirator must be worn. Refer
to 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149 for complete regulations.
VENTILATION LOCAL EXHAUST: Required SPECIAL: To maintain minimum TWA and STEL levels.
Yes Engineering and work controls as required.
MECHANICAL (GENERAL): OTHER:
PROTECTIVE GLOVES: Neoprene, butyl or nitrile rubber gloves with cuffs. EYE PROTECTION: Chemical safety goggles.
OTHER PROTECTIVE CLOTHING OR EQUIPMENT
Coveralls, apron, or other equipment should be worn to prevent skin contact, safety eyewash station nearby.
WORK / HYGIENIC PRACTICES: Practice safe workplace habits. Minimize body contact with this, as well as all chemicals in general.
SECTION 8 - PHYSICAL / CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
pH
BOLING POINT: SPECIFIC GRAVITY (WATER = 1) SOLUBILITY IN WATER
212?F 1.131 1.0 - 1.5 Complete
VAPOR PRESSURE (MM Hg) VAPOR DENSITY (AIR = 1) EVAPORATION RATE (WATER = 1) % VOLATILE (BY WEIGHT)
17 mm Hg @ 20 ?C >1 <1 74.30%
APPEARANCE AND ODOR
Clear liquid, characteristic acidic odor
SECTION 9 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABILITY CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Extreme temperatures.
UNSTABLE: STABLE: XXX
INCOMPATIBILITY (MATERIALS TO AVOID): Strong oxidizers, strong acids, strong alkalies.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION OR BYPRODUCTS: Decomposition will not occur if handled and stored properly. In case of a fire, oxides of carbon,
hydrocarbons, fumes or vapors, and smoke may be produced.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION CONDITIONS TO AVOID: None
XXX
MAY OCCUR: WILL NOT OCCUR:
SECTION 10 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
WASWASTE DISPOSAL METHOD: Dispose of in accordance with Local, State, and Federal Regulations. Refer to "40 CFR Protection of Environment Parts
260 -299" for complete waste disposal regulations for corrosive materials. Consult your local, state, or Federal EnvironmentalProtection Agency before disposing
of any chemicals.
The information provided in this Material Safety Data Sheet has been obtained from sources believed to be reliable. Whiting Systems, Inc.
provides no warranties, either expressed or implied and assumes no responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of the data contained herein.
This information is offered for your information, consideration and investigation. You should satisfy yourself that you have all current data
relevant to your particular use. Whiting Systems, Inc. knows of no medical condition, other than those noted on this material safety data sheet,
which are generally recognized as being aggravated by exposure to this product.
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