Material Safety Data Sheet
I. Chemical Product and Company Identification:
Product Description: NCCE Heavy Duty Acrylic MSDS pertaining to the following products:
NCCE Heavy Duty Acrylic (H.D.A.) Black Semi-Gloss, NCCE H.D.A. Flat Black, NCCE H.D.A. White
Primer, NCCE H.D.A. Brown Primer, NCCE H.D.A. Gray Paint, NCCE H.D.A. Green Paint, NCCE
H.D.A. Tint Base, and NCCE H.D.A. White Paint
Stock Numbers: 10-1460-00, 10-1470-00, 10-1480-00, 10-1490-00, 10-2960-00, 10-2970-00, 10-2980-00,
10-2990-00, 10-3000-00, 10-3010-00, 10-3020-00, 10-3030-00, 10-3040-00, 10-3050-00,
10-3060-00, 10-3070-00
HMIS CODES: H-2* Date Prepared: 05-31-07
F-1 Supercedes: 12-20-02
R-0
P-x (see section VIII)
Company: North Carolina Department of Correction Enterprise Paint Plant
Address: 2465 US 70 West
Smithfield, NC 27577
Telephone: Product Information: (919) 989-8695
Emergency: CHEMTREC: 1-800-424-9300
Contact for Technical Information: Steve Jacobson (919) 989-8695
II. Composition/Information on Ingredients:
Component CAS # Percent by weight NCOSH PEL ACGIH TLV
Acrylic polymer Proprietary <29 NE NE
*Aqua ammonia 1336-21-6 <0.2 35 mg/m³ 17 mg/m³
*Calcium carbonate 1317-65-3 <19 15 mg/m³ 10 mg/m³
(total dust)
*Carbon black 1333-86-4 <2 3.5 mg/m³ 3.5 mg/m³
(present in semi-gloss & flat black)
Chrome (III) oxide 64741-89-5 <5 0.5 mg/m³ 0.5 mg/m³
(present in H.D.A. Green) (as Cr) (as Cr)
Diethylene glycol 34590-94-8 <7 NE NE
monomethyl ether (DGME)
Dibutyl phthalate 84-74-2 <2 5 mg/m³ 5 mg/m³
(present in white & brown H.D.A. primers)
ester alcohol 25265-77-4 <5 NE NE
[2,2,4-trimethyl-1,3-pentanediol monoisobutyrate]
Iron oxides (n.o.s.) 1309-37-1 <12 10 mg/m³ 5 mg/m³
(present in H.D.A. brown primer) (as Fe) (as Fe)
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*Silica (crystalline silica) 14808-60-7 <0.2 10 mg/m³ 0.1 mg/m³
(total dust) (total dust)
*Silica (precipitated) 112926-00-8 <1.5 6 mg/m³ 10 mg/m³
*Sodium nitrite 7632-00-0 <0.3% 15 mg/m³ NE
(total dust)
*Talc (in gray acrylic) 14807-96-6 <0.3% 15 mg/m³ 2 mg/m³
(total dust)
*Titanium dioxide 13463-67-7 <25 15 mg/m³ 10 mg/m³
(total dust) (total dust)
Water 7732-18-5 <55 NE NE
Zinc phosphate 7779-90-0 <6 NE NE
*These substances are hazardous chemicals as defined by the Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200)
NE: Not Established
III. Hazard Identification:
Aqueous fluids have a mild odor. They may be harmful if swallowed or if concentrated mists or vapors are inhaled.
They may be harmful if absorbed through the skin. For large spills, emergency responders should wear chemical
resistant coveralls, boots, gloves, chemical resistant goggles, and appropriate respiratory protection in poorly
ventilated areas. Responders should limit access, ventilate spill area, and absorb spill material with inert,
noncombustible material, or transfer to a suitable container for reuse or disposal. See sections 5, 6, and 13.
Potential health effects and primary routes of entry:
Eye contact: Eye contact may cause irritation, including stinging, tearing, and redness of the
conjunctiva (linings of inner eyelid).
Skin: Skin contact may cause irritation with discomfort and redness, and may result in absorption of
potentially harmful amounts of the material. Prolonged or repeated contact may cause irritation,
dermatitis, and an allergic reaction in certain individuals (H.D.A. Green).
Ingestion: Ingestion may cause fatigue, drowsiness, dizziness, headache, convulsions, nausea,
vomiting, diarrhea, central nervous system depression, respiratory problems, liver damage, kidney damage,
respiratory failure, cardiac failure, loss of consciousness, and blindness.
Inhalation: Irritation of the respiratory tract. Prolonged exposure may lead to dizziness,
lightheadedness, headache, gastrointestinal disturbances, coughing, apathy, nausea, vomiting, central nervous
system depression, respiratory problems, narcosis, difficulty in breathing, blood abnormalities, kidney damage, and
loss of consciousness.
Signs and symptoms of exposure include dizziness, incoordination, drunkenness, stupor, and/or
lightheadedness.
Chronic Effects/Carcinogenicity:
Long term overexposure to sanding dusts via inhalation may cause slight lung fibrosis, silicosis, and talcosis (a
pulmonary fibrosis which could lead to severe and permanent damage to the lungs). Long term exposure to dusts
may also cause other lung disorders, conjunctivitis, and pneumoconiosis. Persons with impaired pulmonary function
may be more susceptible to the effects of breathing dusts.
Some of these listed products contain titanium dioxide and silica, which is a natural impurity in
titanium dioxide. Titanium dioxide (TiO2) and silica, crystalline-quartz showed carcinogenic
effects when large doses were administered to rats via inhalation. Silica-crystalline quartz also
showed carcinogenic effects when large doses were administered into the trachea of rats. All of
these ingredients showed carcinogenic effects when large quantities of the dust or powder were
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inhaled or implanted in the body. However, inhalation of dusts from these materials is not an
expected form of exposure from use of these listed products.
Some of these products also contains calcium carbonate that typically contains crystalline silica (quartz sand) above
0.1% as a naturally occurring impurity. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has concluded
that “crystalline silica inhaled in the form of quartz or cristobalite from occupational sources is carcinogenic to
humans (Group I).� It also noted that carcinogenicity was not detected in all industrial circumstance studies, and
may be dependent on external factors affecting its biological activity or distribution of its polymorphs. Exposure to
respirable silica has also been associated with silicosis, scleroderma, and nephrotoxicity. These pigment solids are
bound within the acrylic vehicle for these listed products, and overexposure is not expected.
Some listed products contain trace amounts of carbon black. Chronic inflammation, lung fibrosis and lung tumors
have been observed in some rats exposed over long periods of time, to carbon black. The IARC classifies carbon
black as a Category 2B carcinogen (known animal carcinogen, possible human carcinogen) based on inhalation
studies. However, inhalation of carbon black dust is not an expected form of exposure from use of these products.
Some listed products also contain carbon black, chrome oxide, dibutyl phthalate, diethylene glycol monomethyl
ether, and sodium nitrite that have been shown to cause reproductive effects and birth defects when administered in
large dose orally or via inhalation to laboratory animals. Carbon black, chrome (III) oxide, and dibutyl phthalate
have been shown to be mutagenic according to test tube (in vitro) assays when tested on various types of cells.
Carbon black, chrome (III) oxide, iron oxides (n.o.s), sodium nitrite, and talc (magnesium silicate hydrate) have
been shown to produce carcinogenic effects when large doses were administered via inhalation, implant, and/or
injection to rats and other animals in laboratory studies. However, all of these pigment solids are bound within the
acrylic vehicle of the listed products, and overexposure is not expected.
For a summary of the toxicology data from which this evaluation was made, please refer to Section XI.
IV. First Aid Measures:
Inhalation: Move victim to fresh air and administer artificial respiration if not breathing. Trained
personnel should give oxygen if breathing is difficult. Keep person warm and quiet. Get medical attention
immediately.
Skin contact: Wash off quickly with plenty of water, then soap and water. Remove any contaminated
clothing. Seek medical attention if symptoms occur. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
Eye contact: Flush immediately with large amounts of water for at least 20 minutes. Eyelids should be
held away from eyeballs to ensure thorough rinsing. If irritation or other effects persist, obtain medical treatment
immediately.
Ingestion: If swallowed, give 2 glasses of water to drink. Call a physician immediately. Do not
induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Do not leave person unattended. Never give
anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Medical conditions aggravated by exposure: Ingredients have been reported to aggravate pre-
existing eye, respiratory, kidney, liver, and nervous system disorders. Overexposure to sanding dusts may aggravate
certain pre-existing upper respiratory disorders, such as bronchitis, emphysema, and asthma. Exposure to dust may
also aggravate pre-existing eye conditions.
V. Fire Fighting Measures:
Flash Point: >192Ëš F (flash point for diethylene glycol monomethyl ether (DGME))
Flammable or explosive limits:
None determined for these products.
LEL: 1.2% (calculated for DGME)
UEL: 22% (estimated for DGME)
Extinguishing media: Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire such as carbon dioxide, dry
chemical, or alcohol foam. Water may be used to keep fire-exposed containers cool until the fire is extinguished.
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Fire & Explosion Hazards: Components may burn in a fire. May decompose under fire conditions emitting
irritating and /or toxic gases. Closed containers may burst and material can splatter above 212Ëš F. Dried product
can burn. Closed containers may burst if exposed to extreme heat or fire. Toxic carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide,
acrylic monomers, and other unidentified toxic and/or irritating compounds will form upon combustion.
Fire fighting equipment: Exposed firefighters should use NIOSH/MSHA approved self-contained breathing
apparatus (SCBA) with a full face piece under positive pressure and chemical resistant protective equipment when
entering areas where potential for exposure to vapors or products exists. Refer to Section VIII for further
information.
VI. Accidental Release Measures:
Large Spill:
Isolate hazard area and deny entry to unnecessary or unprotected personnel. Wear impervious gloves, clothing, and
safety goggles. In poorly ventilated or low-lying areas, a self-contained breathing apparatus may be required.
Contain spilled liquid with sand, earth, or absorbent. Place in a polypropylene or lined metal disposal container.
Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches that lead to waterways. Dispose of waste properly (see Section VIII).
Small Spill:
Wear protective gloves and safety goggles. Absorb or mop up material immediately and place in a polypropylene or
lined metal disposal container.
Contact CHEMTREC (800-424-9300) for technical advice and assistance related to chemical emergencies involving
this product.
VII. Handling and Storage:
Handling: Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Avoid breathing mist or vapors. Do not taste or
swallow. Keep out of reach of children. Use only with adequate ventilation. Wash thoroughly after handling,
especially before eating or smoking. Avoid conditions that result in formation of inhalable particulate such as
spraying or abrading (sanding) painted surfaces. If such conditions cannot be avoided, use appropriate respiratory
protection as directed in Section VIII. Do not apply to hot metals or surfaces.
Storage: Do not store above 100Ëš F. Keep containers in a well-ventilated area and closed when not in use.
Keep away from heat and open flame. Keep from freezing. Keep containers tightly closed and upright when not in
use. Keep this and all chemicals out of the reach of children.
VIII. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection:
Ventilation: Provide sufficient mechanical or local exhaust ventilation to maintain vapor, mist, or dust
concentrations below exposure limits. Open windows and doors, or use some other means to permit fresh air entry
during application and drying indoors.
Respiratory Protection: None required if airborne concentrations are maintained below exposure limits. A
NIOSH/MSHA approved air-purifying respirator with an ammonia/methylamine cartridge and dust/mist filters may
be permissible under circumstances where concentrations are expected to exceed exposure limits. Protection
provided by air-purifying respirators is limited. Use NIOSH/MSHA approved self contained breathing apparatus in
positive pressure mode if there is a reasonable possibility for harmful exposure to vapors or mists (e.g. during large
spill response operations or fighting a fire involving these product(s), or for entry into unknown concentrations or
immediately dangerous to life or health conditions). If sanding is done, wear a NIOSH-approved particulate
respirator to avoid breathing sanding dust. All respiratory protection should be in accordance with OSHA
regulations in 29 CFR 1910.134.
Protective Gloves: Use chemical resistant non-chlorinated rubber or neoprene gloves to prevent skin contact.
Eye Protection: Avoid eye contact. Chemical splash goggles are recommended. Contact lenses must not be worn.
Provide an ANSI-approved eye wash station in the work area.
Other Protective Equipment: Depending on conditions or use, protective clothing may be required to avoid
contaminating regular clothing and to prevent skin contact.
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IX. Physical and Chemical Properties:
Appearance: liquids of various colors
Odor: mild odor.
Boiling Point: 212Ëš F
Solubility in Water: dilutable
Specific Gravity VOC
1.02 H.D.A. Black Semi-Gloss 1.13 lbs./gal.
1.11 H.D.A. Flat Black 1.00 lbs./gal.
1.43 H.D.A. White Primer 0.92 lbs./gal.
1.26 H.D.A. Brown Primer 1.05 lbs./gal.
1.12 H.D.A. Gray 1.08 lbs./gal.
1.13 H.D.A. Green 1.09 lbs./gal.
1.25 H.D.A. Tint Base 1.20 lbs./gal.
1.22 H.D.A. White 1.16 lbs./gal.
(Max VOC's <2.9 lbs/gal for Primers & Undercoatings)
(Max VOC’s <3.3 lbs/gal for Rust Preventive Coatings)
pH: not determined
Evaporation Rate: slower than butyl acetate (n-butyl acetate = 1)
Viscosity: 85-100 K.U.
Vapor Pressure: 17 mm Hg @ 68Ëš F (Water)
Vapor Density greater than air (air = 1)
X. Stability and Reactivity:
Stability: stable
Conditions to avoid: elevated temperatures, contact with acids and oxidizers, freezing.
Incompatibility: oxidizers, acids, alum, ammonium salts, calcium hypochlorite, chlorine, CO, chlorinated rubbers.
Hazardous decomposition products: When heated to decomposition these products may emit smoke,
irritating fumes, CO, CO2, acrylic monomers, various hydrocarbons, and toxic gases and fumes.
Hazardous polymerization: will not occur.
XI. Toxicological Information:
Acrylic Polymer
Contact:
Can cause slight eye and skin irritation
Skin irritation-Rabbit: Practically non-irritating
Eye irritation-Rabbit: Inconsequential irritation
Dermal LD50-Rabbit: >5,000 mg/kg
Ingestion:
Oral LD50-Rat: >5,000 mg/kg
Inhalation:
Inhalation of vapor or mist can cause headache, nausea, and irritation of the nose, throat, and lungs.
Calcium Carbonate
An eye and skin irritant, and a nuisance particle. Inhalation of excessive quantities of ground limestone
dust may irritate the respiratory tract. Such dust exposures are not expected with use of this product.
Ingestion:
Oral LD50-Rat: 6,450 mg/kg.
Carbon Black (amorphous)
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Not toxic by inhalation as defined by the hazard communication standard because this product is a free
flowing liquid or paste. Therefore, dust inhalation is not an expected route of exposure.
Inhalation:
Inhalation-Mouse: >6,200 ug/m³/16H/12W-I.
Inhalation-Rat: 6,750 mg/m³.
Ingestion:
Oral-Rat LD50: >10,000 mg/kg.
Other:
Mutation data reported. Mutation in Microorganism-Salmonella typhimurium 1 mg/plate.
Chrome oxide green [Chrome (III) oxide]
Contact: Mechanical irritation (i.e. abrasion) of the eyes may occur upon exposure to
fines.
Skin - Rabbit: Non-irritating/24 H
Eye effects - Rabbit: Mechanical irritation only
Ingestion: Inhaling fines may cause respiratory irritation, sneezing, coughing and runny
nose. Repeated or prolonged inhalation of trivalent chromium compounds may cause
chronic respiratory effects.
Oral - Rat LD50: >10,000 mg/kg
Other: Persons with pre-existing eye conditions or impaired pulmonary function may be
more susceptible to this product.
Mutation in microorganisms-Salmonella typhimurium 1 mmol/L
DNA Repair-Salmonella typhimurium 50 mmol/L
DNA Damage-Escherichia coli 5 mmol/L
Sister Chromatid Exchange-Hamster: lung 34 mg/L
This compound caused carcinogenic and tumorigenic effects in studies with laboratory animals and cells,
but trivalent chromium is not listed as a carcinogen.
DGME [2-(2-Methoxyethoxy)ethanol]
Contact: A moderate eye irritant. Toxic by skin contact.
Eye effects - Rabbit, adult 500 mg - Moderate irritation effects
Eye effects - Rabbit, adult 500 mg/24H - Mild irritation effects
Skin - Rabbit, adult LD50: 650 mg/kg
Ingestion: Mildly toxic by ingestion.
Oral - Rat LD50: 5,500 mg/kg
Oral - Rabbit, adult LD50: 7,190 mg/kg
Oral - Guinea Pig, adult LD50: 4,160 mg/kg
Other:
Oral - Mouse TDLo: 32g/kg (female 7-14D post): Reproductive effects
Oral - Rat TDLo: 21,650 mg/kg (female 7-16D post): Teratogenic effects
These studies indicate that when lactating female rats and mice were fed large doses of
the substance 7-16 days following birth, reproductive effects in the female mice and
effects in the rats' offspring were noted. In studies with this substance applied to the skin
of pregnant rabbits, delayed development was noted in the offspring. These studies are
not significant in identifying risks to humans in an industrial setting.
Dibutyl phthalate
Contact: not toxic by skin contact. Irritates eyes and upper respiratory tract.
Skin - Rat LDLo: 6g/kg.
Inhalation: not toxic by inhalation.
Inhalation - Rat LC50: 4,250 mg/m3
Inhalation - Mouse LC50: 25 g/m3/2H
Ingestion: not toxic by ingestion as defined by the hazard communication standard.
Oral - Rat LD50: 8,000 mg/kg
Oral - Mouse LD50: 5,289 mg/kg
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Human systemic eye effects by ingestion, hallucination, distorted perceptions, nausea or
vomiting, and kidney, ureter, or bladder changes. The probable lethal dose to a human
would be between 1 pint and 1 quart of the material.
Other:
Mutation in microorganisms - Salmonella typhimurium 100 mg/plate
Cytogenic analysis - Hamster: fibroblast 30 mg/L/24H
Oral - Rat TDLo: 2520 mg/kg (1-21D preg): Teratogneic effects
Experimental teratogenic and reproductive effects. Mutation data reported.
Ester alcohol[2,2,4-trimethyl-1,3-pentanediolmonoisobutyrate]
Contact:
Dermal LD50- Guinea pig: >20 ml/kg (highest concentration tested).
Dermal LD50- Rabbit: >16 ml/kg (highest concentration tested).
Ingestion:
Oral LDLo-Rat: 3,200 mg/kg.
Oral LDLo-Mouse 3,200 mg/kg.
Oral LD50- Mouse: 1.6-3.2 g/kg .
Oral LD50- Rat: 6.86 ml/kg.
Subchronic Toxicity Data:
Oral study (2 weeks, rat): NOAEL = 1000 mg/kg/day (increase in weight: liver);
NOEL = 100 mg/kg/day.
Definitions: NOAEL-no observed adverse effect level.
NOEL-no observed effect level.
Ingestion may cause abdominal discomfort, nausea, and vomiting. Skin contact may cause slight irritation
with discomfort and redness, and eye contact may cause mild discomfort and excess redness of the
conjunctiva.
Inhalation:
Inhalation LC50- Rat: 2.75mg/l/6 hours (highest concentration tested).
Iron Oxides (n.o.s.)
Contact: Not irritating to the eyes and skin of rabbits.
Inhalation: Breathing dust and/or fume may cause benign pneumocomiosis (siderosis)
and affect the respiratory system.
The IRAC considers brown iron oxide to be carcinogenic because it contains more than
crystalline silica at levels greater than 0.1%. Long term exposure to silica causes
silicosis, a form of pulmonary fibrosis. Continued exposure to silica can lead to
cardiopulmonary impairment.
Ingestion: Oral - Rat LD50: >5,000 mg/kg
silica, amorphous
Present as a minor impurity in titanium dioxide.
Contact:
Eye effects-Rabbit, adult 8300 ug/48H.
An eye irritant and nuisance dust.
Ingestion:
Poison by intravenous route.
Intravenous-Mouse LDLo: 234 mg/kg.
Inhalation:
An inhalation hazard.
Other:
DNA Damage-Unspecified effects: lyms 500 mmol/L.
Questionable carcinogen. Mutation data reported. Primary irritant.
Silica, crystalline-quartz
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Present as a minor impurity in calcium carbonate. Confirmed carcinogen with
experimental carcinogenic, tumorigenic, and neoplastigenic data.
Inhalation:
Inhalation-Human TCLo: 16 mppcf/8H/17.9Y-I: Pulmonary system effects
Inhalation-Human LCLo: 300 ug/m3/10Y-I: System effects
Inhalation-Rat TCLo: 50 mg/m36H/71W-I: Carcinogenic effects
Chronic exposure to dust may cause silicosis.
Human effects by inhalation: cough, wheezing, dyspnea (difficult or labored breathing),
impaired pulmonary function, and liver effects.
Other:
Intratracheal- Rat TDLo: 111 mg/kg: Carcinogenic effects
Intratracheal- Rat LDLo: 200 mg/kg
Sodium Nitrite
Contact:
An eye irritant.
Eye-Rabbit 500 mg/24H, mild effects.
Ingestion:
Oral-Rat TDLo: 11 g/kg (1-22 D preg/21 D post) reproductive effects.
Oral-Rat TDLo: 660 mg/kg (1-22 D preg) teratogenic effects.
Oral-Rat TDLo: 2190 g/kg/2Y, carcinogenic effects.
Oral-Rat TD: 91g/kg/2Y, carcinogenic, tumorigenic, and reproductive effects.
Oral-Rat LD50: 85 mg/kg.
Oral-Mouse LD50: 175 mg/kg.
Oral-Rabbit LD50: 186 mg/kg.
Human poison by ingestion. Experimental poison by ingestion, inhalation,
subcutaneous,intravenous, and intraperitoneal routes. Human systemic effects by
ingestion: motor activity changes, coma, decreased blood pressure with possible
pulse rate increase without fall in blood pressure, arteriolar or venous dilation, nausea or
vomiting, and blood methemoglobinemia-carboxyhemoglobinemia. Experimental
teratogenic and reproductive effects. Questionable carcinogen with experimental
neoplastigenic and tumorigenic data. Human mutation data reported. It
may react with organic amines in the body to form carcinogenic nitrosamines (primarily in
the GI tract).
Sodium nitrite is used as a flash rust inhibitor in all listed finished products (<0.3%).
Overexposure is not expected because the material is bound within the acrylic
vehicle.
Talc (Magnesium silicate hydrate)
Contact:
Skin-Human: 300 µg/3D, mild effects. A skin irritant.
Inhalation:
Short term exposures to talc may cause lung irritation. Long term excessive exposure to talc
dust may cause talcosis, a pulmonary fibrosis which in turn may lead to severe and permanent
damage to the lungs. NTP Toxicology and Carcinogenesis Studies of Talc revealed that there is some
evidence of carcinogenic activity in male rats and clear evidence of carcinogenic activity in
female rats. There was no evidence of carcinogenic activity in male or female mice.
Within the listed finished product (Heavy Duty Acrylic Gray) talc is an extender pigment bound in the
aqueous colorant which is dispersed within the acrylic vehicle and overexposure.
titanium dioxide
A nuisance dust and a human skin irritant. Mild irritation effects reported on human skin (300 ug/3D-I:
Mild irritation effects).
Ingestion:
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Ingestion-Rat Oral ALD50: >24,000 mg/kg.
In lifetime animal feeding tests at levels up to 50,000 ppm, titanium dioxide showed no evidence of cancer
or other significant adverse effects in either rats or mice. No animal data are available to define the
developmental or reproductive toxicity of titanium dioxide. Tests have shown that titanium dioxide does
not cause genetic damage in bacterial or mammalian cell cultures, or in animals. Animal testing indicates
amorphous silica does not have carcinogenic or reproductive effects. Amorphous silica has not produced
genetic damage in bacterial cultures.
Inhalation:
Inhalation-Rat 4HR ALC: 4HR ALC: >6.82 mg/L.
In short term inhalation studies of titanium dioxide mixtures containing aluminum hydroxide surface
treatments and silicon dioxide impurities, a slight fibrogenic response occurred in animals exposed to
respirable dust concentrations of 1,300 mg/m³ over a four week period. A typical dust cell reaction but no
fibrogenic response was noted in animals similarly exposed to titanium dioxide, or titanium dioxide
mixtures containing from 1% to 3% aluminum hydroxide and 2.7 to 6% silicon dioxide. Aluminum
hydroxide is a surface treatment used to refine rutile grade titanium dioxide pigments. Silicon dioxide is a
naturally occurring impurity in titanium dioxide pigments.
In lifetime inhalation studies (1985) in rats of respirable titanium dioxide at levels up to 250 mg/m³, no
compound-related clinical signs of toxicity were observed in the exposed animals. Slight pulmonary
fibrosis was observed at 50 and 250 mg/m³ respirable dust levels, but not at 10 mg/m³ (equal to the ACGIH
TLV). There was no evidence of cancer in animals exposed to 10 or 50 mg/m³ respirable titanium dioxide.
Microscopic lung tumors were observed in 17 percent of the rats exposed to 250 mg/m³ respirable titanium
dioxide particles. The lung tumors seen in the rats were different from common human lung cancers,
relative to anatomical location, occurred only at dust levels which overwhelmed the animals lung
clearance mechanisms, and therefore, are of questionable biological relevance for humans.
Zinc phosphate
Contact: eye and skin contact may cause irritation.
Inhalation: excessive inhalation of dust can cause breathing difficulty. Repeated and
prolonged exposure to dust may result in lung disorders and conjunctivitis.
XII. Ecological Information:
No data is available for these finished products. Do not discharge to storm sewers or waterways. A large spill might
be detrimental to aquatic life and may be toxic to fish. Dibutyl phthalate is highly toxic to fish. Clean all spills
promptly.
1-Methyl-3,5,7-triaza-1-azoniatricyclodecane chloride
LC50: 136 mg/l 48 hours (Daphnia magna)
LC50: 337 mg/l 96 hours (Bluegill sunfish)
LC50: 624 mg/l 96 hours (Rainbow trout)
Ester alcohol [2,2,4-trimethyl-1,3-pentanediolmonoisobutyrate]
Acute Aquatic Effects:
96 H LC50 Flathead minnow; 32mg/l NOEC 10 ml/l
96 H LC50 Sideswimmer: 100 mg/l NOEC 10 ml/l
48 H EC 50 Daphnid: >100 mg/l
96 H LC50 Pill bug: >100 ml/l
96 H LC50 Flatworm: 40 mg/l NOEC 10 mg/l
96 H LC50 Segmented worm: 32 ml/l NOEC 10 mg/l
96 H LC50 snail: >100 mg/l
Chemical Fate Information: Is not available for these products. Inorganic pigments will not be degraded in
normal sewage treatment systems.
XIII. Disposal Considerations:
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Waste Disposal: These products have not been tested for the toxicity characteristics under RCRA. These paints
may contain certain trace levels of metals (e.g. chromium, lead, arsenic, cadmium, and mercury). We recommend
that you carry out your own tests and evaluations prior to discarding any materials. Disposal must be in accordance
with federal, state, and local regulations. Do not discharge material to sanitary or storm sewers, natural waters, or
place liquids in landfills. Do not incinerate closed containers.
XIV. Transport Information:
DOT Proper Shipping Description: None
DOT Hazard Class/Division Label: None
Shipping Containers: 1 - Gallon cans & 5 - Gallon buckets
XV. Regulatory Information:
OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200: see Section II for OSHA hazardous ingredients.
SARA Hazard Category: This product has been reviewed according to the EPA Hazard categories promulgated
under sections 311 and 312 of SARA Title III and is considered, under applicable definitions, to meet the following
categories: An immediate health hazard
A delayed (chronic) health hazard
Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances: none present above 1% of reporting threshold.
SARA 313 Information: this product contains the following substances subject to the reporting requirements of
section 313 of SARA Title III: Chromium compounds [present in H.D.A. Green at <5%], dibutyl phthalate [present
in H.D.A. Brown and White Primers at <2%, ethylene glycol [present in H.D.A. Gray at <0.5%], formaldehyde
[present in H.D.A. Black Flat&Semi-Gloss], glycol ethers [DGME < 7%], sodium nitrite [present in all products at
<0.3%], zinc phosphate [zinc compounds <12%].
Note: Reporting is only applicable to manufacturers in SIC Codes 20-39.
CERCLA: This product contains components that have reportable quantities as noted below. Immediate
reporting to the National Response Center (1-800-424-8802), state, and local authorities is required if
more than the reportable quantity is released to the environment.
Chemical Name CAS Number Present in CERCLA RQ, Pounds
chromium NA H.D.A. Green<5% *
dibutyl phthalate 84-74-2 <2% 10
ethylene glycol 107-21-1 H.D.A. Gray<0.5% 5000
formaldehyde 50-00-0 H.D.A. Black (flat&SG 100
at <0.1%
glycol ethers NA all products <7% *
sodium nitrite 7632-00-0 all products <0.3% 100
zinc compounds NA <6% *
*No RQ established for generic class.
XVI. Other Information: This product is for industrial use only and is not for resale.
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