Chemtrec (800) 424-9300 24 hour
Other means of
identification
Emergency telephone
number (with hours of
operation)
Section 1. Identification
Betco Corporation
400 Van Camp Road
Bowling Green, Ohio 43402
www.betco.com
888-462-3826
Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Section 2. Hazards identification
FLAMMABLE AEROSOLS - Category 1
SKIN CORROSION/IRRITATION - Category 2
SERIOUS EYE DAMAGE/ EYE IRRITATION - Category 2
TOXIC TO REPRODUCTION (Unborn child) - Category 2
SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (SINGLE EXPOSURE) (Narcotic effects) Category 3
SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (REPEATED EXPOSURE) - Category 2
ASPIRATION HAZARD - Category 1
Classification of the
substance or mixture
Extremely flammable aerosol. May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. Causes
skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
Suspected of damaging the unborn child. May cause damage to organs through
prolonged or repeated exposure.
Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have
been read and understood. Wear protective gloves: 1 - 4 hours (breakthrough time):
butyl rubber. Wear eye or face protection: Recommended: safety glasses. Wear
protective clothing. Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other
ignition sources. No smoking. Do not spray on an open flame or other ignition source.
Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Do not breathe gas. Wash hands
thoroughly after handling. Pressurized container: Do not pierce or burn, even after use.
This material is considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
(29 CFR 1910.1200).
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Section 2. Hazards identification
Get medical attention if you feel unwell. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical
attention. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
Call a POISON CENTER or physician if you feel unwell. IF SWALLOWED:
Immediately call a POISON CENTER or physician. Do NOT induce vomiting. IF ON
SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it
before reuse. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical attention. IF IN EYES: Rinse
cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy
to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical attention.
Store locked up. Protect from sunlight. Do not expose to temperatures exceeding 50
°C/122 °F. Store in a well-ventilated place.
Dispose of contents and container in accordance with all local, regional, national and
international regulations.
Hazards not otherwise
classified
Section 3. Composition/information on ingredients
2-(2-butoxyethoxy)ethanol
There are no additional ingredients present which, within the current knowledge of the supplier and in the
concentrations applicable, are classified as hazardous to health or the environment and hence require reporting
in this section.
Other means of
identification
Occupational exposure limits, if available, are listed in Section 8.
Any concentration shown as a range is to protect confidentiality or is due to batch variation.
As this product is a gas, refer to the inhalation section. Aspiration hazard if swallowed.
Can enter lungs and cause damage. Do not induce vomiting.
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water, occasionally lifting the upper and lower
eyelids. Check for and remove any contact lenses. Continue to rinse for at least 10
minutes. Get medical attention.
Flush contaminated skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and
shoes. To avoid the risk of static discharges and gas ignition, soak contaminated
clothing thoroughly with water before removing it. Continue to rinse for at least 10
minutes. Get medical attention. Wash clothing before reuse. Clean shoes thoroughly
before reuse.
Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. If it
is suspected that fumes are still present, the rescuer should wear an appropriate mask
or self-contained breathing apparatus. If not breathing, if breathing is irregular or if
respiratory arrest occurs, provide artificial respiration or oxygen by trained personnel. It
may be dangerous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.
Get medical attention. If necessary, call a poison center or physician. If unconscious,
place in recovery position and get medical attention immediately. Maintain an open
airway. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.
Section 4. First aid measures
Description of necessary first aid measures
Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed
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Section 4. First aid measures
Protection of first-aiders
No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. If it is
suspected that fumes are still present, the rescuer should wear an appropriate mask or
self-contained breathing apparatus. It may be dangerous to the person providing aid to
give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.
Treat symptomatically. Contact poison treatment specialist immediately if large
quantities have been ingested or inhaled.
Can cause central nervous system (CNS) depression. May cause drowsiness or
dizziness.
Can cause central nervous system (CNS) depression. May be fatal if swallowed and
enters airways. As this product is a gas, refer to the inhalation section.
Causes skin irritation. Contact with rapidly expanding gas may cause burns or frostbite.
Causes serious eye irritation. Contact with rapidly expanding gas may cause burns or
frostbite.
Eye contact
Over-exposure signs/symptoms
Adverse symptoms may include the following:
nausea or vomiting
headache
drowsiness/fatigue
dizziness/vertigo
unconsciousness
reduced fetal weight
increase in fetal deaths
skeletal malformations
Adverse symptoms may include the following:
nausea or vomiting
reduced fetal weight
increase in fetal deaths
skeletal malformations
Adverse symptoms may include the following:
irritation
redness
reduced fetal weight
increase in fetal deaths
skeletal malformations
Adverse symptoms may include the following:
pain or irritation
watering
redness
Potential acute health effects
See toxicological information (Section 11)
Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed, if necessary
Section 5. Fire-fighting measures
Use an extinguishing agent suitable for the surrounding fire.
Suitable extinguishing
media
Unsuitable extinguishing
media
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Section 5. Fire-fighting measures
Promptly isolate the scene by removing all persons from the vicinity of the incident if
there is a fire. No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable
training. Contact supplier immediately for specialist advice. Move containers from fire
area if this can be done without risk. Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers
cool.
Hazardous thermal
decomposition products
Specific hazards arising
from the chemical
Decomposition products may include the following materials:
carbon dioxide
carbon monoxide
Contains gas under pressure. Extremely flammable aerosol. Runoff to sewer may
create fire or explosion hazard. In a fire or if heated, a pressure increase will occur and
the container may burst, with the risk of a subsequent explosion. Gas may accumulate
in low or confined areas or travel a considerable distance to a source of ignition and
flash back, causing fire or explosion. Bursting aerosol containers may be propelled
from a fire at high speed.
Fire-fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained breathing
apparatus (SCBA) with a full face-piece operated in positive pressure mode.
Special protective
equipment for fire-fighters
Special protective actions
for fire-fighters
Section 6. Accidental release measures
Environmental precautions
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Immediately contact emergency personnel. Stop leak if without risk. Use spark-proof
tools and explosion-proof equipment. Note: see Section 1 for emergency contact
information and Section 13 for waste disposal.
No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training.
Evacuate surrounding areas. Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel from
entering. In the case of aerosols being ruptured, care should be taken due to the rapid
escape of the pressurized contents and propellant. If a large number of containers are
ruptured, treat as a bulk material spillage according to the instructions in the clean-up
section. Shut off all ignition sources. No flares, smoking or flames in hazard area.
Avoid breathing gas. Provide adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate respirator when
ventilation is inadequate. Put on appropriate personal protective equipment.
Ensure emergency procedures to deal with accidental gas releases are in place to avoid
contamination of the environment. Inform the relevant authorities if the product has
caused environmental pollution (sewers, waterways, soil or air).
Immediately contact emergency personnel. Stop leak if without risk. Use spark-proof
tools and explosion-proof equipment.
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
For non-emergency
personnel
If specialized clothing is required to deal with the spillage, take note of any information in
Section 8 on suitable and unsuitable materials. See also the information in "For nonemergency personnel".
Section 7. Handling and storage
Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see Section 8). Contains gas under
pressure. Pressurized container: protect from sunlight and do not expose to
temperatures exceeding 50°C. Do not pierce or burn, even after use. Avoid exposure obtain special instructions before use. Avoid exposure during pregnancy. Do not
handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Do not get in eyes
or on skin or clothing. Do not breathe gas. Do not swallow. Use only with adequate
ventilation. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Store and use
away from heat, sparks, open flame or any other ignition source. Use explosion-proof
electrical (ventilating, lighting and material handling) equipment. Use only non-sparking
tools. Empty containers retain product residue and can be hazardous. Do not puncture
or incinerate container.
Precautions for safe handling
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Section 7. Handling and storage
Advice on general
occupational hygiene
Conditions for safe storage,
including any
incompatibilities
Eating, drinking and smoking should be prohibited in areas where this material is
handled, stored and processed. Workers should wash hands and face before eating,
drinking and smoking. Remove contaminated clothing and protective equipment before
entering eating areas. See also Section 8 for additional information on hygiene
measures.
Do not store above the following temperature: 49°C (120.2°F). Store in accordance with
local regulations. Store in a segregated and approved area. Store away from direct
sunlight in a dry, cool and well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials (see
Section 10). Store locked up. Eliminate all ignition sources. Keep container tightly
closed and sealed until ready for use. See Section 10 for incompatible materials before
handling or use.
OSHA PEL 1989 (United States, 3/1989).
TWA: 100 ppm 8 hours.
TWA: 375 mg/m³ 8 hours.
STEL: 150 ppm 15 minutes.
STEL: 560 mg/m³ 15 minutes.
OSHA PEL Z2 (United States, 2/2013).
TWA: 200 ppm 8 hours.
CEIL: 300 ppm
AMP: 500 ppm 10 minutes.
NIOSH REL (United States, 10/2016).
TWA: 100 ppm 10 hours.
TWA: 375 mg/m³ 10 hours.
STEL: 150 ppm 15 minutes.
STEL: 560 mg/m³ 15 minutes.
ACGIH TLV (United States, 3/2017).
TWA: 20 ppm 8 hours.
propane
OSHA PEL 1989 (United States, 3/1989).
TWA: 1000 ppm 8 hours.
TWA: 1800 mg/m³ 8 hours.
NIOSH REL (United States, 10/2016).
TWA: 1000 ppm 10 hours.
TWA: 1800 mg/m³ 10 hours.
OSHA PEL (United States, 6/2016).
TWA: 1000 ppm 8 hours.
TWA: 1800 mg/m³ 8 hours.
ACGIH TLV (United States, 3/2017). Oxygen
Depletion [Asphyxiant].
ACGIH TLV (United States, 3/2017).
TWA: 250 ppm 8 hours.
STEL: 500 ppm 15 minutes.
OSHA PEL 1989 (United States, 3/1989).
TWA: 750 ppm 8 hours.
TWA: 1800 mg/m³ 8 hours.
STEL: 1000 ppm 15 minutes.
STEL: 2400 mg/m³ 15 minutes.
NIOSH REL (United States, 10/2016).
TWA: 250 ppm 10 hours.
TWA: 590 mg/m³ 10 hours.
OSHA PEL (United States, 6/2016).
TWA: 1000 ppm 8 hours.
TWA: 2400 mg/m³ 8 hours.
OSHA PEL 1989 (United States, 3/1989).
Section 8. Exposure controls/personal protection
Occupational exposure limits
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