The HallStar Company (1)
Supplier: HMIS
120 S. Riverside Plaza Suite 1620 PH: (877) 427-4255 Health: 0
Chicago, Illinois 60606 Flammability: 1
USA Reactivity: 0
Safety Glasses, Gloves
Emergency Phone Numbers: The HallStar Company (708) 594 - 5999
CHEMTREC (transportation) (800) 424 - 9300
Section 2 - Information on Ingredients
Chemical Name CAS # %
Polyethylene Glycol Distearate 9005-08-7 45-55
Polyethylene Glycol Stearate 9004-99-3 35-45
Polyethylene Glycol 25322-68-3 5-10
Stearic acid 57-11-4 1-5
Section 3 - Hazard Identification
Appearance/Odor: Solid, off-white color, white color at 25癈
Potential Health Effects
Skin Contact: Not expected to be a primary skin irritant. Prolonged or excessive skin contact may cause
mild skin irritation.
Eye Contact: No significant irritation can be expected.
Ingestion: Ingestion of large amounts may produce gastrointestinal disturbances including irritation,
nausea and diarrhea.
Inhalation: Exposure not likely via inhalation.
Section 4 - First Aid Measures
Skin Contact: Wash affected skin with soap and water. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
Eye Contact: Flush eyes with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes while holding eyelids open.
If irritation persists, consult a physician.
Ingestion: Seek medical attention.
Inhalation: Person should be moved to a fresh air environment. If symptoms are experienced, seek
medical attention.
Extinguishing Media: CO2, Dry Chemical, Water Fog, Foam
Special Fire-Fighting Procedures: A MSHA/NIOSH approved self contained breathing apparatus should be
worn. Firefighters should wear full apparatus with full facepiece operated
in the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Unknown
Section 6 - Accidental Release/Spill Procedures
Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled: Ventilate closed spaces before entering. Contain the
spill with earth, sand or other non-combustible material and transfer material to separate containers for recovery or
disposal. Wash floor area with hot water solution. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Wash
affected skin areas with soap and water. Keep spills out of all sewers and bodies of water. Surface may become
slippery after spillage.
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
Containers should be kept tightly closed and stored in a cool, dry well-ventilated place. Good hygiene practices should
be followed.
Section 8 - Personal Protection
Polyethylene Glycol: AIHA (American Industrial Hygiene Association): 10 mg/m3 TWA (Aerosol) Weel-
TWAs
Hand Protection: Impervious gloves
Eye Protection: Safety glasses with side shields or chemical goggles with face shield.
Respiratory Protection: None required for normal operation.
Engineering Measures: Direct exhaust when material becomes heated and fumes are given off or dusting becomes a
nuisance.
Other: Eyewash facility in vicinity.
Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
Boiling Point: Specific Gravity:
N/A 0.939
Flash Point (COC): pH (5% solution):
500?F N/A
Melting or Freezing Point: Solubility in Water:
97?F Dispersible
Appearance and Odor: Solid, off-white, white color at 25癈
Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
Stability: This product is stable under normal conditions.
Conditions to Avoid: Strong oxidizing agents and alkalies.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: None under normal use conditions.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur under normal circumstances.
Waste Disposal Methods: Material should be disposed of in accordance to current local and national regulations.
Contacting a waste disposal service is recommended.
Section 14 - Transport Information
Not classified as hazardous according to the Department of Transportation.
Section 15 - Regulatory Information
Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA): This product listed on the TSCA inventory of the United States.
Domestic Substance List (DSL): This product is listed on the DSL inventory of Canada.
Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS): This product is listed on the AICS inventory of Australia.
European Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances (EINECS): This product is listed on the EINECS inventory
of Europe.
Japan (ENCS): This product is listed on the ENCS inventory of Japan.
Korea (ECL): This product is listed on the ECL inventory of Korea.
China (EICS): This product is listed on the EICS inventory of China.
Philippines (PICCS): This product is listed on the PICCS inventory of the Philippines.
Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA): This product has the following hazards as defined in
Section 311/312 of 40 CFR part 372:
Hazards
None
This product contains the following chemicals subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 or Title III of
SARA and 40 CFR Part 372:
Ingredients
None
California Proposition 65: This product does not contain any substances known to the state of California to cause
cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm per the Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986.
All information is presented in good faith using available information. The HallStar Company makes no representation of the
accuracy or completeness of the information. The user should consider this information as a supplement to other information that
may be available. User should also determine suitability of information in their situation to determine proper use and disposal,
protection of persons and the environment.
(1)
Affiliated companies include RTD*HallStar Inc., HallStar Solutions Corp., Ester Solutions Company, Memphis Solutions
Company and Marine Magnesium & Minerals Company.