BACHARACH, INC.
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
This Material Safety Data Sheet has been prepared to comply with the EC Directive, Canadian WHMIS and OSHA
Hazard Communication Regulations.
SECTION 1: PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
BACHARACH, INC. EMERGENCY PHONE: (800) 424-9300
(CHEMTREC)
625 ALPHA DR. INFORMATION PHONE: (412) 963-2223
PITTSBURGH, PA 15238 FAX: (412) 963-2091
PRODUCT NAME: LAPPING COMPOUND, ALUMINUM OXIDE
PRODUCT NUMBER: 66-0661 MSDS NUMBER: 99-0102 REVISION NUMBER: 4
MSDS DATE OF PREPARATION/REVISION: 04-12-00
SECTION 2: COMPOSITION/ INFORMATION INGREDIENTS
Component CAS# Percentage Exposure Limits
Proprietary Oil Soap Based Abrasive Mixture 100 N/A
(Contains Aluminum Oxide) 1344-28-1 5 mg/m3 PEL-TWA
(respirable fraction)
10 mg/m3 TLV-TWA
SECTION 3: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW:
Gray paste, slight oily odor. Contact may cause mild, reversible eye and skin irritation.
ACUTE HEALTH HAZARDS:
EYE CONTACT: May cause mild, transient discomfort.
SKIN CONTACT: May cause mechanical irritation.
INHALATION: Inhalation of vapors may cause minor temporary irritation to nose, throat and respiratory passages.
INGESTION: Aspiration during swallowing or vomiting may cause lung damage.
CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS: Prolonged skin contact may cause drying of the skin. Prolonged inhalation of
any respirable dust may cause respiratory irritation and possible effects on lung function.
CARCINOGEN STATUS: None of the components is listed as a carcinogen or suspected carcinogen by IARC,
NTP or OSHA.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE: None currently known.
SEE SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION FOR ADDITIONAL DATA
SECTION 4: FIRST AID
EYE CONTACT: Flush thoroughly with copious amounts of running water. Get medical attention if irritation
develops.
SKIN CONTACT: Wash well with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing and launder before re-use. Get
medical attention if irritation develops.
INHALATION: Due to the low volatility of this material, overexposure is very unlikely. If irritation develops,
remove to fresh air and get medical attention.
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LAPPING COMPOUND, ALUMINUM OXIDE MSDS NO: 99-0102
INGESTION: Do not induce vomiting. Get immediate medical attention.
SECTION 5: FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
FLASH POINT: 375掳F TEST METHOD: Not available
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE: Not available
FLAMMABLE LIMITS: LEL: Not available UEL: Not available
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Use foam or carbon dioxide. Do not use water as an extinguishing media.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Firefighters should wear NIOSH approved positive pressure self-
contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing. Cool fire exposed containers with water.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Decomposition products may be hazardous. Closed containers
exposed to high temperatures may rupture.
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS: Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide.
SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Pick up with inert absorbent and collect. Wash residual traces with soap and water.
SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE
WORK PRACTICES: Avoid contact with the eyes. Avoid prolonged contact with skin or clothing. Avoid
breathing mists or vapors. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke in
the work area.
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS: Keep containers closed when not in use.
STORAGE: Store in a cool, dry place away from strong oxidizers.
SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
VENTILATION: Good general room ventilation is usually adequate.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: None should be needed under normal conditions and ambient temperatures. If
needed wear a NIOSH approved dust/mist respirator. For firefighting, use self-contained breathing apparatus.
GLOVES: Oil impervious such as neoprene or rubber for prolonged contact.
EYE PROTECTION: Safety glasses with side shields or chemical safety goggles.
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Protective coveralls or apron if contact is likely to keep personal clothing
clean.
SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
APPEARANCE AND ODOR: Gray paste, slight oily odor.
pH: Not applicable SPECIFIC GRAVITY: Approximately 0.9
BOILING POINT: Not applicable VAPOR PRESSURE: Negligible
VAPOR DENSITY: Greater than 1
MELTING POINT: 110掳F
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Insoluble PERCENT VOLATILE: Not available
COEFFICIENT WATER/OIL: Not available
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LAPPING COMPOUND, ALUMINUM OXIDE MSDS NO: 99-0102
SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABILITY: Stable
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Not applicable.
INCOMPATIBILITY: Strong oxidizers.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide. .
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Not applicable.
SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ACUTE TOXICITY DATA: No toxicity data is available.
IRRITANCY DATA: Not a primary irritant.
SENSITIZATION: None of the components have been reported to cause sensitization in animals or humans.
REPRODUCTIVE TOXICITY: This material has not been reported to cause reproductive toxicity in animals or
humans.
TERATOGENICITY: This material has been not been reported to cause teratogenic effects in animals or humans.
MUTAGENICITY: This product has not been found to be mutagenic.
SYNERGISTIC EFFECTS: There are no chemicals known to cause any additive adverse health effects.
SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
The ecological effects of this product have not been evaluated.
SECTION 13: DISPOSAL
Dispose in accordance with all local, state and federal regulations.
RCRA HAZARDOUS WASTE CODES: None
SECTION 14: TRANSPORTATION DATA
US DOT SHIPPING NAME: Not Regulated
DOT LABELS REQUIRED: N/A
EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE NUMBER: N/A
IATA SHIPPING NAME: Not Regulated
IATA LABELS REQUIRED: N/A
SECTION 15: OTHER REGULATORY INFORMATION
SARA 311/312: Hazard Categories for SARA Section 311/312 Reporting: None
SARA 313: This product contains the following chemicals subject to Annual Release Reporting Requirements under
SARA Section 313 (40 CFR 372): None
CERCLA SECTION 103 REPORTABLE QUANTITY: N/A
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65: This product contains the following substances known to the State of
California to cause Cancer and/or Reproductive Harm: None
US TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT: All of the components of this product are listed on the EPA TSCA
Inventory.
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LAPPING COMPOUND, ALUMINUM OXIDE MSDS NO: 99-0102
CANADIAN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT: All of the components of this product are listed on the
Canadian Domestic Substances List.
EUROPEAN INVENTORY OF COMMERCIAL CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES: All of the components of this
product are listed on the EINECS Inventory.
CANADIAN WHMIS CLASSIFICATION: Not a controlled product.
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria in the CPR and the MSDS contains all the
information required by the CPR.
EUROPEAN COMMUNITY LABELING CLASSIFICATION: N/A
EUROPEAN COMMUNITY RISK AND SAFETY PHRASES: None
SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION
NFPA HAZARD RATING: HEALTH: 0 FIRE: 0 REACTIVITY: 0
DATE OF LATEST MSDS REVISION: 03-14-97
REVISION SUMMARY: Format update, Section 2, 3, 4, 5, 9, 10, 15, 16.
The preceding information is believed to be correct and current as of the date of preparation of this Material Safety
Data Sheet. Since the use of this information and the conditions of use of the product are not within the control of
Bacharach, Inc., it is the users obligation to assure safe use of this product.
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