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Material Safety Data Sheet

SPI # 01140-AB, 01140-AE; Detergent 8® Low-Foaming Phosphate-Free Detergent




Section 1: Identification

Date Effective........... January 8, 2009
                          (most recent revision)

Chemical Name/Synonyms... Detergent 8® Low-Foaming Phosphate-Free 
                          Detergent

Emergencies                
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Product or Trade Name.... SPI # 01140-AB
                                01140-AE

Chemical Family.......... Detergent



Hazardous Material
Information System
USA
Health 3 National Fire
Protection Association
USA
Fire Hazard 1
Reactivity 0
Personal Protection B
NFPA Rating: (estimated) Health: 3; Flammability: 1; Reactivity: 0

Section 2: Composition

Component Name                          CAS #          Percent       EU #

2-Butoxy Ethanol                        111-76-2       5-10          203-905-0

Dipropylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether     34590-94-8     10-30         252-104-2

Isopropanolamine                        78-96-6        35-50         201-162-7


Section 3: Hazard Identification

Emergency overview: Routes of entry include skin and eye contact, ingestion,
and inhalation.

Appearance: Colorless liquid.
 
Flash Point: >93.3° C (>200° F).
 


Warning!  

Target Organs: Eyes, skin, gastrointestinal system.

Potential Health Effects

Eye: Causes chemical burns. May cause irritation, redness and pain upon 
contact. May also cause swelling. 

Skin: Irritant. May cause chemical burns, redness, and swelling.

Ingestion: May cause vomiting, abdominal pain, or gastric distress. May
cause irritation of the digestive tract. Large amounts may cause red blood cell
damage.

Inhalation: May irritate upper respiratory tract or mucous membranes. May
cause headaches or discomfort.

Chronic: Analogous to acute exposure.



Section 4: First Aid Measures

Eyes: Upon contact, wash eyes throughly with copious amounts of water for
at least 15 minutes, holding the eyes open. Seek medical attention immediately.


Skin: Flush area with copious amounts of water. Remove contaminated clothing,
wash thoroughly with soap and water. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.


Ingestion: Upon ingestion, dilute with 2-4 glasses of water or milk. 
Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention.


Inhalation: Remove victim to fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical
attention.


Notes to Physician: Treat supportively and symptomatically.

Section 5: Fire Fighting Measures

Flammability: Not flammable.

Autoignition Temperature: N/A

Flash Point: >93.3° C (>200° F).

General Information: Wear full protective equipment including self containing
breathing apparatus.

Extinguishing Media: Carbon dioxide, dry chemical, foam, water, water fog.           

Unusual Fire/Explosion Hazards:  Container explosion may occur if heated.

Hazardous combustion products: Carbon oxides.
                               Ammonia (NH3).
                               Hydrocarbons.

Protection of fire fighters:  No special measures are required.

Section 6: Accidental Release Measures

Spills/Leaks: Wear appropriate protective equipment. Contain the spill. 
Small quantities may be washed into a sanitary sewer with copious amounts of water.
Soak up spill with absorbent material and place in appropriate disposal container.

Disposal Procedure: According to local, state, and federal regulations.

Section 7: Handling and Storage

Handling: Always wear protective equipment appropriate to the task. Avoid
contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Launder contaminated clothing before reuse.
Avoid extreme temperatures and physical damage. 


Storage: Store away from strong acids, strong alkalies, and strong oxidizing
agents. Store in closed containers, in a cool, dry place. Keep out of reach of children.

Section 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection

Engineering Controls: If T.L.V. is exceeded, wear a NIOSH approved
respirator. Safety shower and eye wash stations should be readily accessible in
work area.


Exposure Limits:

Chemical Name                           T.L.V.

2-Butoxy Ethanol                        20 ppm

Dipropylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether     100 ppm (skin)

Isopropanolamine                        N/A


Personal Protective Equipment

Eyes: Glasses with side shields or chemical splash goggles.

Skin: As necessary to prevent skin contact.

Clothing: Protective clothing such as long sleeves or a lab coat 
should be worn. Neoprene or nitrile gloves are recommended. When handling 
heated materials, also be sure to use heat-resistant gloves, boots and face 
protection.  

Respirators: If exposure limit is exceeded, use a NIOSH approved
respirator.

Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties

Physical State: Liquid.
Appearance: Colorless liquid. 
Odor: Characteristic solvent odor.
pH: 11.2
Vapor Pressure: 17 mm Hg @ 20° C (68° F).
Vapor Density: >1 (air = 1).
Evaporation Rate: N/A
Viscosity: N/A
Boiling Point: 100° C (212° F).
Freezing/Melting Point: N/A
Autoignition Temperature: N/A
Flash Point: >93.3° C (>200° F).
Decomposition Temperature: N/A
Explosion Limits:
        Lower: N/A
        Upper: N/A
Solubility in water: 100%
Specific Gravity/Density: 0.991 (water = 1) @ 20° C.
Molecular Formula: N/A
Molecular Weight: N/A



Section 10: Stability and Reactivity

Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions.

Conditions to Avoid: Extreme temperatures.

Incompatibility with Other Materials: Strong acids, strong alkalies, strong
oxidizing agents.

Hazardous Decomposition of Products: See hazardous combustion products.

Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.


Section 11: Toxicological Information

LD50: >5000 mg/kg (rat, oral).

LC50: Not available for product.

Teratogenicity: N/A

Carcinogenic Effects: Not listed as a carcinogen.

Reproductive Effects: N/A

Neurotoxicity: N/A

Mutagenicity: N/A

Other Studies:

CAS #                        LD50                           LC50

111-76-2                     470 mg/kg (rat, oral)          450 ppm/4H (rat, inhalation)
                             1167 mg/kg (mouse, oral)       700 ppm/7H (mouse, inhalation)    
                             300 mg/kg (rabbit, oral)       3380 mg/m3/7H (mouse, inhalation)
                             220 mg/kg (rabbit, dermal)     2900 mg/m3/7H (rat, inhalation)

34590-94-8                   5400 uL/kg (rat, oral)         N/A
                             5.5 mL/kg (rat, oral)
                             10 mL/kg (rabbit, dermal)

78-96-6                      1715 mg/kg (rat, oral)         N/A
                             1640 uL/kg (rabbit, dermal)



Section 12: Ecological Information

No ecological information is available at this time.

Section 13: Disposal Considerations

Waste Disposal: In accordance with local and federal regulations.

Section 14: Transport Information

ADR Classification:
                      UN 1760,
                      Corrosive, Liquid, n.o.s.
                      (contains monoisopropanolamine),
                      Hazard Class: 8
                      Packing Group: II

Special Shipping Information: Not regulated.


Section 15: Regulatory Information

United States

TSCA: All ingredients in this product are listed on the TSCA inventory.

SARA Hazard Categories Sections 311/312: 
                         Immediate (Acute) Health Hazard: Yes.
                         Delayed (Chronic) Health Hazard: No.
                         Fire Hazard: No.
                         Sudden Release of Pressure: No.
                         Reactive: No.

SARA Section 313: Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether (111-76-2).

State (Individual states in the USA): Neither this product nor any of its 
components appear on any state health hazard lists.

 
European/International Regulations:

European Labeling Required.

Hazard Symbols:  Corrosive

Risk Phrases:        
     R22 Harmful if swallowed.
     R34 Causes burns.      
     
Safety Phrases:
     S2 Keep out of the reach of children.
     S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and
     seek medical advice.
     S36 Wear suitable protective clothing. 

Canada

This product has a WHMIS classification of E, D2B.

DSL Status: The following components of this product are listed on the DSL:
            CAS # 111-76-2
            CAS # 34590-94-8
            CAS # 78-96-6

Section 16: Other Information

If this product should be used in ways that are outside of the intended applications in scanning electron microscope laboratories, and if it is going to be formulated into some other system, so that it becomes just another component of that other system, read the MSDS sheets for the other components before blending as the resulting mixture may have the hazards of all of its parts.

Disclaimer of Liability:

Caution! Do not use SPI Supplies products or materials in applications involving implantation within the body; direct or indirect contact with the blood pathway; contact with bone, tissue, tissue fluid, or blood; or prolonged contact with mucous membranes. Products offered by SPI Supplies are not designed or manufactured for use in implantation in the human body or in contact with internal body fluids or tissues. SPI Supplies will not provide to customers making devices for such applications any notice, certification, or information necessary for such medical device use required by US FDA (Food and Drug Administration) regulation or any other statute.

SPI Supplies and Structure Probe, Inc. make no representation, promise, express warranty or implied warranty concerning the suitability of these materials for use in implantation in the human body or in contact with internal body tissues of fluids.

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The information and recommendations set forth above are taken from sources believed to be accurate as of the date hereof, however SPI Supplies and Structure Probe, Inc. make no warranty with respect to the accuracy of the information or the suitability of the recommendations, and assume no liability to any user thereof. The information contained in this sheet does not constitute a hazard assessment and should not be used in place of the user's own assessment of work place risks as required by other health and safety legislation. Be aware of the Structure Probe, Inc. Copyright Policy. Structure Probe, Inc. grants a nonexclusive license to make unlimited copies of this safety sheet for internal use only. Quite obviously, this information would pertain only to this material when purchased from SPI Supplies as product from other sources, with other ingredients and impurity levels could have substantially different properties.


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