1-2-98 Chemtrec
Date Signed:
Laidlaw Corporation Transportation:
12 I2 E. 5th Street
prepared By: A. Boykin & John T. Beckman I-800-424-9300
Metropolis, IL 62960 Emergency:
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
I. IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT NAME: U-San-O Mothproof Solution
CHEMICAL NAME: Pesticide
CAS NUMBER: MIXTURE
(6 18) 524-9394
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER:
II. COMPONENTS AND HAZARD INFORMATION
COMPONENT APPROXIMATE
CAS NO. OF TLV OF
COMPONENT COMPONENT PEL CONCENTRATION
Aromatic 100 50 ppm 66.0%
64742-95-6 50 ppm
1 0mg/m3
72-43-5
Methoxychlor 34.0%
10mg/m3
This product contains Methoxychlor, which is subject to the reporting requirements of SARA III.
Combustible Liquid NOS, (Contains Petroleum Distillates), NA 1993. III
D.O.T. Hazard Classification:
Hazardous Materials Identification System (HMIS)
Health Reactivity BASIS
Flammability
3 2 I Recommended by Laidlaw
TLV for Total Product BASIS
Calculated TLV REF ACGIH
50 ppm
III. PHYSICAL DATA
Boiling Point 158癋 Vapor Density Not determined
Vapor Pressure Not determined Percent Volatiles 66.0%
Specific Gravity 1 .OOOO Evaporation Rate Not determined
IV. FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
Flash Point ("F TCC) 114癋
Extinguishing Media Carbon dioxide, dry chemical or foam.
Special Firefighting Procedures Self-contained breathing equipment operated in positive pressure demand.
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards May form toxic materials and various hydrocarbons.
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) - Hazard Identification
Reactivity Basis
Health Flammability
3 2 1 Recommended by Laidlaw
V. HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Effects of Overexposure:
Eyes: Can cause severe irritation, redness, tearing, blurred vision.
Skin: Prolonged or repeated contact may cause moderate irritation.
Breathing: Excessive inhalation of vapors may cause nasal and respiratory irritation.
Swallowing: Can cause gastrointestinal irritation, vomiting, nausea and diarrhea. Aspiration of material into lungs can be
fatal.
First Aid Procedures:
Swallowing: Do not induce vomiting. Get medical attention.
Skin: Wash exposed area with soap and water.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air; if breathing is difficult administer oxygen.
Eyes: Flush with water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation persists, consult a physician.
Health studies have shown that health risks vary from person to person. As a precaution exposure to liquids, vapors, misty fumes or dust
should be minimized.
VI. REACTIVITY DATA
Hazardous Polymerization: Cannot occur.
Stability: Stable
Incompatibility: Avoid strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: May form toxic hydrocarbons at high temperatures.
VII. SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
Steps to be taken in case material is released or spilled:
Absorb on paper or other absorbent material and dispose of in accordance with local, state and federal regulations. Do not reuse empty
containers. Keep out of water supply and sewage system. Dispose of in a permitted hazardous waste management facility.
VIII. PROTECTION AND PRECAUTIONS
Use approved organic vapor respirator if exposure may or does exceed TLV limit.
Respiratory Protection:
Ventilation: Provide sufficient ventilation to maintain exposure below TLV.
Protective Gloves: Wear resistant nitrile rubber gloves.
Eye Protection: Splash goggles if eye contact is likely to occur.
Other Protective Equipment: None.
IX. PRECAUTIONS OR OTHER COMMENTS
Precautions to be taken in handling and storing: IMaintain good housekeeping. Avoid contact with eyes. Wash thoroughly after
handling. Use with adequate ventilation.
The information and recommendations accumulated herein are to the best of Laidlaw's knowledge and belief, accurate and reliable
as of the date issued. Laidlaw does not warrant or guarantee their accuracy or reliability. and shall not be liable for any loss or
damage arising out of the use thereof.
HMIS and NFPA recommended ratings are based upon the criteria supplied by the developers of these rating systems together with
Laidlaw's interpretation of the available data.