Material Safety Data Sheet
Revision Date: 02/14/2005 Issue date: 02/14/2005
1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product name: Chisel(R) Gasket Remover Item No. : 79040
Product type: Solvent Cleaner Region: United States
Company address: Contact Information:
Henkel Corporation Telephone: 860.571.5100
1001 Trout Brook Crossing Emergency telephone: 860.571.5100
Rocky Hill, Connecticut 06067 Internet: www.loctite.com
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Hazardous components % ACGIH TLV OSHA PEL OTHER
Methylene chloride 60-100 50 ppm TWA 12.5 ppm Action Level None
75-09-2 See 29 CFR 1910.1052
125 ppm STEL 15 min
25 ppm TWA 8 hr
Liquified petroleum propellant 10-30 None None None
68476-86-8
Methanol 5-10 200 ppm TWA 200 ppm TWA None
67-56-1 250 ppm STEL 260 mg/m?TWA
(skin)
Propylene oxide 0.1-1 2 ppm TWA 100 ppm TWA None
75-56-9 240 mg/m?TWA
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
HMIS:
Physical state: Aerosol HEALTH: 3*
Color: Grey to Off-white FLAMMABILITY: 4
Odor: Sharp, Solvent PHYSICAL HAZARD: 1
Personal Protection: See Section 8
DANGER: EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE LIQUID AND VAPOR
MAY CAUSE EYE, SKIN AND RESPIRATORY TRACT IRRITATION.
MAY BE HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED OR INHALED.
Relevant routes of exposure: Inhalation, Skin, Eyes, Ingestion
Potential Health Effects
Inhalation: Vapors may cause headaches, nausea, dizziness and respiratory tract irritation. May cause symptoms
of intoxication. Indigestion. May cause irritation to nose and throat. Tearing.
Skin contact: May cause irritation due to defatting of the skin. May cause allergic skin reaction.
Eye contact: Direct spray or vapors will irritate and may harm eyes.
Ingestion: May be harmful or fatal if swallowed. Aspirated material can enter the lungs and result in pneumonitis.
Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
Existing conditions aggravated by Skin disorders. Respiratory disorders. Heart disease. Liver disease. Kidney disease. Anemia.
exposure: Arrhythmia.
See Section 11 for additional toxicological information.
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4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Obtain medical attention.
Skin contact: Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash with soap and water. If symptoms persist, obtain
medical attention.
Eye contact: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Keep individual calm. Obtain medical attention.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Flash point: Less than 5癈 (41癋) Tagliabue closed cup
Autoignition temperature: Not available
Flammable/Explosive limits-lower %: 1.5 % (value for propellant).
Flammable/Explosive limits-upper %: 9.5 % (value for propellant).
Extinguishing media: Foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide. Type BC extinguisher. Do not use water.
Special fire fighting procedures: Use water spray to keep fire exposed containers cool. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full
protective clothing, such as turn-out gear.
Unusual fire or explosion hazards: Contents under pressure. Exposure to temperatures above 49篊 (120癋) may cause container to burst.
Hazardous combustion products: Oxides of carbon. Chlorine. Hydrochloric acid. Phosgene.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Environmental precautions: Prevent product from entering drains or open waters. Assure conformity with applicable government
regulations.
Clean-up methods: Remove all ignition sources. Ventilate area. Clean-up methods - large spillage. Store in a closed
container until ready for disposal.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling: Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Do not breathe mist or vapors. Use only with adequate
ventilation. Keep out of the reach of children.
Storage: Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Store away from ignition sources. Do not puncture, incinerate,
or expose to temperatures above 48.9 癈 (120 癋).
Incompatible products: Refer to Section 10.
For information on product shelf life contact Henkel Customer Service at (800) 243-4874.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering controls: Use local exhaust ventilation if the potential for airborne exposure exists.
Respiratory protection: Use NIOSH approved respirator if there is potential to exceed exposure limit(s).
Skin protection: Chemical resistant, impermeable gloves. Viton gloves.
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Eye/face protection: Safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields. Face-shield
See Section 2 for exposure limits.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical state: Aerosol
Color: Grey to Off-white
Odor: Sharp, Solvent
Vapor pressure: 30-50 psig
pH: Not applicable
Boiling point/range: Not available
Melting point/range: Not available
Specific gravity: 0.789
Vapor density: Not available
Evaporation rate: Not available
Solubility in water: Slight
Partition coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not available
VOC content: 99.2%; 782 grams/liter
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable.
Hazardous polymerization: Will not occur.
Hazardous decomposition products: Oxides of carbon. Chlorine. Hydrochloric acid. Phosgene.
Incompatability: Strong oxidizers. Strong alkalis. Sodium. Potassium. Reactive metals.
Conditions to avoid: Do not expose to temperatures above 49癈 (120癋).
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Carcinogen Status
Hazardous components NTP Carcinogen IARC Carcinogen OSHA Carcinogen
Methylene chloride Suspect Carcinogen Group 2B Yes
75-09-2
Liquified petroleum propellant No No No
68476-86-8
Methanol No No No
67-56-1
Propylene oxide Suspect Carcinogen Group 2B Yes
75-56-9
Literature Referenced Target Organ & Other Health Effects
Hazardous components Health Effects/Target Organs
Methylene chloride Central nervous system, Irritant, Kidney, Liver, Some evidence of carcinogenicity, Corrosive, Blood, Cardiac
75-09-2
Liquified petroleum propellant No data
68476-86-8
Methanol Eyes, Heart, Irritant, Kidney, Liver, Metabolic, Nervous System, Reproductive
67-56-1
Propylene oxide Corrosive, Irritant, Mutagen, Nervous System, Some evidence of carcinogenicity
75-56-9
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecological information: Not available
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13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Information provided is for unused product only.
Recommended method of disposal: Dispose of according to Federal, State and local governmental regulations.
EPA hazardous waste number: D001: Ignitable.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
U.S. Department of Transportation Ground (49 CFR):
Proper shipping name: Aerosols, flammable
Hazard class or division: 2.1
Identification number: UN 1950
Packing group: None
Exceptions: Consumer Commodity ORM-D (Not more than 1 Liter)
International Air Transportation (ICAO/IATA):
Proper shipping name: Aerosols, flammable, containing substances in Division 6.1, Packing Group III
Hazard class or division: 2.1 (6.1)
Identification number: UN1950
Packing group: None
WaterTransportation (IMO/IMDG):
Proper shipping name: Aerosols
Hazard class or division: 2
Identification number: UN1950
Packing group: None
Exceptions: Limited quantity (Not more than 120 ml)
Marine pollutant: None
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
United States Regulatory Information
TSCA 8 (b) Inventory Status: All components are listed or are exempt from listing on the Toxic Substances Control Act Inventory.
TSCA 12 (b) Export Notification: None.
CERCLA/SARA Section 302 EHS: Propylene Oxide (CAS #75-56-9).
CERCLA/SARA Section 311/312: Immediate Health Hazard, Delayed Health Hazard, Fire, Reactive
CERCLA/SARA 313: This product contains the following toxic chemicals subject to the reporting requirements of section 313
of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-To-Know Act of 1986 (40 CFR 372). Methylene
chloride (CAS# 75-09-2). Methanol (CAS# 67-56-1) . Propylene oxide (CAS# 75-56-9).
California Proposition 65: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer.
Canada Regulatory Information
CEPA DSL/NDSL Status: All components are listed on or are exempt from listing on the Domestic Substances List.
WHMIS hazard class: A, B.5, D.1.B, D.2.A, D.2.B
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16. OTHER INFORMATION
This material safety data sheet contains changes from the previous version in sections: New Material Safety Data Sheet format.
Prepared by: Kyra Kozak Woods, Health and Regulatory Affairs Specialist
DISCLAIMER: The data contained herein are furnished for information only and are believed to be reliable. However, Henkel Corporation
does not assume responsibility for any results obtained by persons over whose methods Henkel Corporation has no control. It is the
user's responsibility to determine the suitability of Henkel's products or any production methods mentioned herein for a particular
purpose, and to adopt such precautions as may be advisable for the protection of property and persons against any hazards that may be
involved in the handling and use of any of Henkel Corporation's products. In light of the foregoing, Henkel Corporation specifically
disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, arising from sale
or use of Henkel Corporation's products. Henkel Corporation further disclaims any liability for consequential or incidental damages of
any kind, including lost profits.
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