MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
This MSDS Complies With 29 CFR 1910.1200 (The Hazard Communication Standard)
This material safety data sheet conforms to the requirements of ANSI Z400.1
SECTION 1 ?CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
FR WG 46 FG ?FR WG 46 FG
Manufacturer/Supplier: Emergency Spill Information:
American Chemical Technologies, Inc.
485 E. Van Riper Road, Fowlerville, MI 48836 INFOTRAC 1-800-535-5053
Office: 517-223-0300 Fax: 517-223-1703 24 HOURS/DAY, 7 DAYS/WEEK
SECTION 2 ?COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Component CAS# Range % by wt.
Water 7732-18-5 40.0%-50.0%
Propylene glycol 57-55-6 38.0%-48.0%
Polyalkyleneglycol Proprietary 0%-5%
SECTION 3 ?HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Emergency Overview: CAUTION: MAY CAUSE EYE, SKIN, AND RESPIRATORY
TRACT IRRITATION. INGESTION MAY CAUSE GASTRIC DISTURBANCES.
Use with local exhaust ventilation.
Wear a NIOSH-certified (or equivalent) organic vapor/particulate respirator.
Wear NIOSH-certified chemical goggles.
Wear protective clothing.
Wear chemical resistant protective gloves.
Eye wash fountains and safety showers must be easily accessible.
Potential Health Effects:
Eye Contact: Information on propylene glycol: not irritating to the eyes.
Skin Contact: Information on propylene glycol: not irritating to the skin.
Sensitization: Information on propylene glycol: skin sensitizing effects were not observed in
animal studies.
Inhalation: No significant health hazards identified.
Ingestion: No significant health hazards identified.
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Acute toxicity: Overexposure via ingestion may cause diarrhea and weakness. Inhalation of
vapors or aerosols may cause respiratory tract irritation. Information on Propylene glycol:
virtually non-toxic after a single ingestion. Virtually nontoxic after a single skin contact.
Medical conditions aggravated by overexposure: Data available do not indicate that there are
medical conditions that are generally recognized as being aggravated by exposure to this
substance/product.
HMIS Code: (Health:1) (Flammability:1) (Reactivity:0) (Protection: )
NFPA Code: (Health:1) (Flammability:1) (Reactivity:0)
SECTION 4 ?FIRST AID MEASURES
Eye: In case in contact with eyes, rinse immediately for at least 15 minutes with plenty of water.
If irritation develops, seek medical attention.
Skin: Wash affected areas thoroughly with soap and water. If irritation develops, seek medical
attention.
Inhalation: Immediately rinse mouth and then drink plenty of water, do not induce vomiting,
seek medical attention. Never induce vomiting or give anything by mouth if the victim is
unconscious or having convulsions.
Primary Routes of Entry: Routes of entry for solids and liquids include eye and skin contact,
ingestion, and inhalation.
Effects of Chronic Overexposure: None identified.
SECTION 5 ?FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flashpoint: No data available Method: C.O.C.
UEL: Not determined.
LEL: Not determined.
Autoignition Temperature: No data available.
Flammability Classification: Not Flammable.
Extinguishing Media: dry extinguishing media, foam, water fog.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Irritant gases/vapors.
Fire Fighting Equipment: Fire fighters should be equipped with self-contained breathing
apparatus and turn-out gear.
Further Information: The substance/product is combustible after drying/evaporation of the
non-combustible solvent fraction.
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SECTION 6 ?ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions: Wear appropriate respiratory protection. Use personal protective
clothing. Ensure adequate ventilation.
Environmental precautions: Do not discharge into drain/surface water/groundwater.
Cleanup: Spills should be contained, solidified, and placed in suitable containers for disposal.
SECTION 7 ?HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling: Keep away from sources of ignition ?no smoking. Ensure adequate ventilation.
Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. No explosion proofing necessary.
Storage: Keep container tightly closed. Store at ambient temperature. Incompatibility:
Segregate acids and bases. Segregate from strong oxidizing agents.
SECTION 8 ?EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Eye: Tightly fitting safety goggles (chemical goggles). Wear face shield if splashing hazard
exists.
Skin: Chemical resistant protective gloves.
Inhalation: Wear a NIOSH-certified (or equivalent) organic vapor/particulate respirator.
Engineering Controls: Provide local exhaust ventilation to control vapors/mists.
Other Protective Equipment: Eye wash fountains must be easily accessible. Wear protective
clothing as needed to minimize contact. Avoid inhalation of vapors/mists. Handle in accordance
with good industrial hygiene and safety practices.
SECTION 9 ?CHEMICAL AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance and Odor : light yellow liquid with glycol odor
Viscosity : 51.6 cSt (240 SUS) at 100癋
pH : 8.5-10.5
Boiling Point : 215癋 (760 mmHg)
Solubility in water : 100%
Specific Gravity : 1.06
SECTION 10 ?STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable.
Materials to Avoid: Avoid chlorine, fluorine, and other strong oxidizers.
Hazardous Decomposition: None identified.
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SECTION 11 ?TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute toxicity
Oral: LD50/rate/male/female: >10,400 mg/kg
Skin irritation: rabbit: non-irritant (Draize test)
Eye irritation: rabbit: non-irritant (OECD Guideline 405) literature data
Chronic toxicity
No Chronic toxicity data available.
Other information: This product has not been tested. The statements on toxicology have been
derived from the properties of the individual components.
SECTION 12 ?ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Biodegredation:
Test method: OECD 301A (new version) (aerobic), activated sludge, domestic
Method of analysis: DOC reduction
Degree of elimination: 90-100% (8 d)
Evaluation: Readily biodegradable (according to OECD criteria).
Bioaccumulation:
Because of the n-octanol/water distribution coefficient (log Pow) accumulation in organisms is
not to be expected.
Environmentaal Toxicity
Acute and prolonged toxicity to fish:
OPP 72-1 (EPA-Guideline) static Fathead minnow?LC50 (96 h): 54,900 mg/l
Acute toxicity to aquatic invertebrates:
OPP 72-2 (EPA-guideline) Daphnia magna/EC50 (48 h): 34,400 mg/l
Toxicity to aquatic plants:
OECD Guideline 201 green algae/EC50 (14 d): 19,000 mg/l
Toxicity to microorganisms:
OECD Guideline 209 aquatic activated sludge/EC50 (0.5 h): >1,000 mg/l
Other ecotoxicological advice:
The product has not been tested. The statements on ecotoxicity have been derived from the
properties of the individual components.
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SECTION 13 ?DISPOSAL INFORMATION
Waste disposal of substance:
Dispose of in accordance with national, state, and local regulations.
Container disposal:
Dispose of in a licensed facility. Recommend crushing, puncturing, or other means to prevent
unauthorized use of containers.
SECTION 14 ?TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
Land Transport USDOT ?Not classified as a dangerous good under transport regulations
Sea Transport IMDG ?Not classified as a dangerous good under transport regulations.
Air Transport IATA/ICAO ?Not classified as a dangerous good under transport regulations.
SECTION 15 ?REGULATORY INFORMATION
Federal Regulations
Registration status: TSCA, US ?released / listed
OSHA hazard category: Not hazardous
SARA hazard categories (EPCRA 311/312): Not hazardous
State RTK
Propylene glycol 57-55-6 PA
SECTION 16 ?SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Prepared By: Mark D. Latunski
Date Revised: 05/26/2009
Supersedes: 08/11/2008
Date Prepared: 11/28/2001
The information provided herein is believed to be accurate to the best of the company's
knowledge as of the date of its issue. We do not warrant or guarantee the information provided
and will not be held liable for any loss or damage from its use.
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