ZEP Manufacturing Company
Material Safety Data Sheet
Acuity Specialty Products Group, Inc.
P.O. Box 2015
and Safe Handling and Disposal Information
Atlanta, GA 30301
1-877-I-BUY-ZEP (428-9937)
Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product name ZEP STAINLESS STEEL POLISH
Product Use Aerosol Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish
Product Code 0143
Date of issue Supersedes 04/07/95
11/16/04
Emergency For MSDS Information:
Telephone Acuity Specialy Products Group, Inc.
Compliance Services 1-877-I-BUY-ZEP
Numbers
For Medical Emergency:
INFOTRAC
(877) 541-2016 Toll Free - All Calls Recorded
For a Transportation Emergency:
CHEMTREC
(800) 424-9300 - All Calls Recorded
Printing date: 11/16/04
In the District of Columbia (202) 483-7616
Prepared by Compliance Services Group
Acuity Specialty Products Group
1420 Seaboard Industrial Blvd.
Atlanta, GA 30318
Section 2. Composition, Information on Ingredients
Name of Hazardous Ingredients CAS # % by Weight Exposure Limits
PARAFFIN OIL; blend of heavy and light naphthenic petroleum distillate 64742-52-5 60 - 70 OSHA PEL (United States).
: 5 mg/m3 8 hour(s). Form: Mist
ACGIH TLV (United States).
: 5 mg/m3 8 hour(s). Form: Mist
PETROLEUM SPIRITS; vm&p naphtha; refined solvent naphtha 8032-32-4 10 - 20 ACGIH (United States).
TWA: 300 ppm
OSHA (United States).
STEL: 400 ppm
D-LIMONENE - orange distillate; citrus terpene; cyclohexene, 1-methyl- 5989-27-5 5 - 10
4-(1-methylethenyl)-, (R)-
ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL; ipa; dimethylcarbinol; 2-propanol 67-63-0 <5 ACGIH TLV (United States).
TWA: 200 ppm 8 hour(s).
OSHA PEL (United States).
TWA: 400 ppm 8 hour(s).
ACGIH/OSHA (United States).
STEL: 400 ppm 15 minute(s).
Section 3. Hazards Identification HMIS
Absorbed through skin. Eye contact. Inhalation. Health 1
Acute Effects Routes of Entry
Fire Hazard 3
Skin Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant, permeator, sensitizer). May cause allergic
Reactivity 0
reactions to certain individuals. Skin inflammation is characterized by itching, scaling,
reddening, or, occasionally, blistering. Defatting properties, may aggravate an existing
dermatitis
Eyes Hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant). Inflammation of the eye is characterized by Personal Protection B
redness, watering, and itching.
Inhalation Hazardous in case of inhalation. May cause respiratory tract irritation. Can cause central
nervous system depression. Medical Conditions Aggravated by Overexposure: Respiratory
Ingestion Unlikely in this form.
Carcinogenic Effects Ingredients: Not listed as carcinogen by OSHA, NTP or IARC.
Chronic Effects Prolonged or repeated contact may dry skin and cause irritation. Over-exposure by inhalation or
absorption can cause central nervous system depression.
See Toxicological Information (section 11)
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Material Safety Data Sheet Product Name ZEP STAINLESS STEEL POLISH
Product Code 0143
Section 4. First Aid Measures
Eye Contact Immediately flush eyes with running water for at least 15 minutes, keeping eyelids open. Get medical
attention.
Skin Contact Wash affected area with soap or mild detergent and water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Get
medical attention if irritation develops.
Inhalation If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give
oxygen. Get medical attention.
Ingestion Aspiration hazard if swallowed- can enter lungs and cause damage. Do NOT induce vomiting unless
directed to do so by medical personnel. If vomiting occurs, keep head lower than hips to help prevent
aspiration. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention immediately.
Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
3
Flash Point Flammable Limits Not available.
Closed cup (Tagliabue.): <26掳C
10
(<79掳F).
FLAMMABLE. (CSMA)
Flammability
Fire Hazard FLAMMABLE LIQUID AND VAPOR. Vapor may cause flash fire. Vapors may accumulate
in low or confined areas, travel considerable distance to source of ignition and flash back. Cool
closed containers exposed to fire with water.
Fire-Fighting Procedures Use dry chemical or CO2. Wear special protective clothing and positive
pressure, self-contained breathing apparatus.
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Spill Clean up Large spills are unlikely due to packaging.
Section 7. Handling and Storage
Handling Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid breathing vapors or
spray mists. Use only with adequate ventilation. Wash contaminated clothing before reusing.
Storage CONTENTS UNDER PRESSURE. Store and use away from heat, sparks, open flame, or any other ignition source.
Keep away from heat and direct sunlight. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Do not store above 49掳C
(120.2掳F). Do not puncture or incinerate. Keep out of the reach of children.
Section 8. Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
Personal Protection Protective Clothing (Pictograms)
Eyes Safety glasses.
Body Nitrile gloves.
Respiratory Use with adequate ventilation. Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne
concentrations of vapors below their respective threshold limit value.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State Liquid. (Aerosol.) Color Amber.
Citrus
Odor
pH Not applicable.
Vapor Pressure Not available.
Boiling Point 82.222掳C (180掳F)
Vapor Density Not available.
Specific Gravity 0.856 (Water = 1)
Evaporation Rate Not available.
Solubility Insoluble in cold water, hot water.
VOC (Consumer) 24.8% 1.77 lbs/gal 212 g/l
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability and Reactivity The product is stable.
Incompatibility Avoid contact with strong oxidizers, excessive heat, sparks or open flame. Incompatible with some
alkalis.
Hazardous Polymerization Will not occur.
Hazardous Decomposition Products Carbon Dioxide, Carbon Monoxide and other organic materials..
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Toxicity to Animals Petroleum spirits:
VAPOR (LC50): Acute: 3400 ppm 4 hour(s) [Rat].
d-Limonene:
ORAL (LD50): Acute: 5600 mg/kg [Mouse]. 4400 mg/kg [Rat].
DERMAL (LD50): Acute: >5000 mg/kg [Rabbit].
Isopropyl Alcohol:
ORAL (LD50): Acute: 4700 mg/kg [Rat].
DERMAL (LD50): Acute: 13000 mg/kg [Rabbit].
VAPOR (LC50): Acute: 22500 ppm 8 hour(s) [Rat (Male)]. 19000 ppm 8 hour(s) [Rat
(Female)].
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Material Safety Data Sheet Product Name ZEP STAINLESS STEEL POLISH
Product Code 0143
Section 12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity Not available.
Biodegradable/OECD Not available.
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, Waste Stream Code: D001
Waste
Classification: - (Hazardous waste.)
state and local environmental control regulations.
Information
Origin: - (RCRA waste.)
Consult your local or regional authorities.
Section 14. Transport Information
Proper shipping name Consumer Commodity
DOT Classification ORM-D UN number Not regulated.
Section 15. Regulatory Information
U.S. Federal Regulations SARA 313 toxic chemical notification and release reporting:
No products were found.
Clean Water Act (CWA) 311: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated toxic substances: No products were found.
State Regulations California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of
California has found to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm, which would
require a warning under the statute: Benzene; Toluene
Section 16. Other Information
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above named supplier nor any of its subsidiaries assumes any
liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein.
Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials may present unknown hazards and should be used with caution.
Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist.
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