Material Safety Data Sheet
I PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
COMMON/TRADE NAME: 1% Hydrocortisone ISSUE DATE: 08/01/01
(Product Identifier) Cream
Manufacturer: Water Jel Technologies Emergency Phone #
243 Veterans Boulevard 800-275-3433
Carlstadt, NJ 07072 201-507-8300
MSDS PREPARED BY
Water Jel Technologies
SUPPLIER: As above
PRODUCT USE: Temporary relief of itching associated with minor skin irritation and
rashes. For external use only. Not for use on children under 2 years old.
II INGREDIENTS
Hazardous ingredients are listed only if present at a concentration of 2% or greater (0.2%
for carcinogens). For a complete list of product ingredients, consult product label.
% LD LC CAS NUMBER
NAME
50 50
HAZARDOUS PER OSHA 1
Glycerine 3.0 >1700 4 6hr 56-81-5
0
Stearic acid 6.0 NA NA 57-11-4
Glyceryl stearate 3.5 NA NA NA
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HAZARDOUS AS DEFINED BY OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION STANDARD IN 29 CFR 1910.1200
LD50 VALUES ARE GIVEN FOR ORAL RAT EXPOSURE IN MILLIGRAMS PER KILOGRAM OF BODY WEIGHT, AND LC50 VALUES ARE GIVEN FOR INHALATION
BY RATS IN MILLIGRAMS PER CUBIC METER OF AIR FOR 2 HOUR EXPOSURE PERIODS
ALL INGREDIENTS OF THIS PRODUCT ARE LISTED IN THE TSCA INVENTORY
NA MEANS THE DATA WAS NOT APPLICABLE OR NOT AVAILABLE AS APPROPRIATE
*
ITEMS MARKED WITH AN ASTERISK ARE TOXIC CHEMICALS SUBJECT TO THE REPORTING REQUIREMENTS OF SECTION 313 OF THE EMERGENCY
PLANNING & COMMUNITY RIGHT-TO-KNOW ACT OF 1986, AS AMENDED (40 CFR 372). THE TABLE BELOW GIVES THE FORM, WHEN APPLICABLE,
AND DE MINIMIS CONCENTRATIONS. ITEMS ARE POTENTIALLY REPORTABLE ONLY WHEN PRESENT ABOVE THE DE MINIMIS CONCENTRATION, AND
IF MANUFACTURED, PROCESSED OR OTHERWISE USED IN THE INDICATED FORM.
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Chemical/Metal (form where applicable) De Minimis Concentration
No SARA 313 chemicals above de minimis
concentration
OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
ACGIH TLV OSHA PEL
CHEMICAL/ELEMENT STEL
Glycerine 10 mg/m3 10 mg/m3 NA
The information in the above table is provided to conform with OSHA's guidelines for
preparation of an MSDS. The form of the product as a cream, the use of the product as a
treatment for relief of itching, and the concentration of the glycerine mean that exposure
limits will not be exceeded or come close to being exceeded.
III PHYSICAL DATA
PARAMETER DATA/DESCRIPTION
White homogeneous cream
Physical Form and Appearance
NA
Boiling Point
6.0 - 7.2
pH
Moderate
Water Solubility
NA
Specific Gravity or Density
NA
Melting Point/Freezing Point
NA
Vapor Density
NA
Vapor Pressure
Not reactive
Reactivity in Water
IV FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
FLASH POINT AUTO IGNITION TEMPERATURE FLAMMABILITY LIMITS IN AIR
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NA NA NA
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA -
Some components of the product will float on water. In fires involving large quantities of
this product use of large streams of water should be avoided. If small quantities are
involved, use extinguishing media appropriate for the primary cause of the fire and other
materials that may be involved in the fire,
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES -
None
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS -
None
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION MATERIALS ( UNDER FIRE CONDITIONS) -
Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide
V REACTIVITY DATA
STABILITY:
This material is stable under normal handling and storage conditions described in this
MSDS
INCOMPATIBILITY:
Avoid contact with strong acids, oxidizers and alkalies.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID:
Heat
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:
Those noted under Section IV
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HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:
Will not occur
VI HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
WARNING STATEMENTS:
Care should be take to use this product as instructed by the product label. The product is
intended for the relief of itching from minor skin irritations or rashes. It is not intended to
be used in areas where the skin is injured such as from burns or cuts.. Product should not
be used in a manner that results in inhalation of fumes from warm or heated product,
swallowing of product or contact of product with eyes.
ACUTE HEALTH EFFECTS
Product has been tested and approved for consumer use according to the product label.
No adverse health effects are expected when product is used as directed by product label.
CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS:
Chronic overexposure to hydrocortisone may result in severe health problems.
consult a physician if overexposed to hydrocortisone. Use of product according to label
instructions will not result in overexposure.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS POSSIBLY AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE:
None expected from normal use of product.
VII EMERGENCY MEDICAL INFORMATION
Product is intended to be used as a first aid treatment for relief of itching from minor skin
irritations and rashes. No first aid treatment for use of this product is expected to be
needed.
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NOTES TO PHYSICIAN:
Product contains hydrocortisone.
VIII PERSONAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
No protective equipment is needed for use of the product as directed by the product label.
WORK PRACTICE CONTROLS:
Personal hygiene is an important work practice exposure control measure and the following
general measures should be taken when working with or handling this product: 1) Do not
store, use and/or consume foods, beverages, tobacco products, or cosmetics in areas where
this product is stored or used, 2) Wash hands and face carefully before eating, drinking,
using tobacco, applying cosmetics, or using the toilet.
IX SPILL, LEAK AND DISPOSAL PROCEDURES
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORAGE:
Store at room Temperature
Do not get on skin, except as intended and directed by product label, or in eyes.
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED:
Contain or absorb small spills. Larger spills must be contained to prevent spreading, and
absorbed. Residue must be placed in a non-reactive container. Area should be washed well
with water. If appropriate, use protective equipment during spill clean-up.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD:
Consult federal, state and local regulations, and dispose in compliance with these regulations.
EPA Hazardous Waste: Not an EPA hazardous waste.
OTHER PRECAUTIONS:
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Keep out of the reach of children. Keep containers tightly closed. Use product for intended
use only, following label directions.
X CARCINOGEN INFORMATION
CHEMICALS IN PRODUCT LISTED AS A CARCINOGEN OR POTENTIAL CARCINOGEN:
By National Toxicology Program: NO
By I.A.R.C. Monographs: NO
By OSHA: NO
By Other Sources: NO
XI TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
The listed transportation classification is per the regulations of the US Department of
Transportation. Any listed information does not address regulatory variations due to changes
in package size, mode of shipment or other regulatory descriptors.
DOT Hazard Class: Not regulated by DOT
DOT Proper Shipping Name: NA
Consult 49 CFR or qualified expert for marking, labeling and packaging information if needed.
XII REGULATORY INFORMATION
SARA TITLE III HAZARD CLASSES:
Fire hazard: No
Reactive hazard: No
Release of pressure: No
Acute health hazard: No
Chronic health hazard: Yes
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SARA EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES OR CERCLA HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE:
Ingredients are either not on the above lists or are present below the action level
concentration.
NOTE: The information in this MSDS is obtained from sources which we believe are reliable,
however, the accuracy or completeness thereof is not guaranteed, and no
warranty of any kind is made with respect thereto. The conditions or methods
of handling, storage, use and disposal of the product are beyond our control and
may be beyond our knowledge. For this and other reasons we assume no
liability for the loss and damage incurred from the proper or improper use of
such product.
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