INHALATION: If symptoms develop move victim to fresh air. If symptoms
persist, call a physician.
INGESTION: Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth with water, then drink
one or two glasses of water or milk. Call a physician immediately. Never
give anything by mouth if victim is unconscious, is rapidly losing
consciousness or is convulsing.
LASER
NFPA/HMIS : Health -2
Flammability - 2
Reactivity - 0
Complies With USDL Safety and Health Regulations, (29 CFR 1910.200)
US Department Of Labor
Material Safety Data Sheet
SECTION - 1 CHEMICAL AND COMPANY
IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT NAME: Laser
PRODUCT USE: Carpet Spotter
American Formula
4720 Frederick Drive SW
Atlanta, GA 30336
EMERGENCIES: 1-800-255-3924
REVISION DATE: 06/22/02
SECTION - 2 COMPOSITION ON INGREDIENTS
CHEMICAL NAMES Wt% TLV (UNITS)
2-butoxyethanol <50 200 ppm
d-limonenene <30 N/E
Aliphatic Solvent <30 400 ppm TWA
N/E = not established
SECTION - 3 HAZARDS INFORMATION
Primary Route(s) of Entry: Skin contact /absorption and inhalation
Signs and Symptoms of Overexposure: Gastrointestinal irritation (nausea,
vomiting, diarrhea), irritation to nose, throat, and respiratory tract.
Target Organ Effects: Overexposure to this material (or its components) has
been suggested as a cause of the following effects in laboratory animals and
may aggravate pre-existing disorders or these organs in humans: chronic
ingestion may cause kidney and liver lesions at high doses.
IMMEDIATE HEALTH EFFECTS
EYES: Exposure may cause noticeable pain, and severe irritation and
transient corneal injury.
SKIN: Causes chemical burns. Harmful contact may not cause immediate
pain.
INHALATION: Exposure to vapor or mist is possible. Short term inhalation
is no likely to cause harmful effects:
breathing large amounts may be harmful. Sy mptoms are more typically seen
at air concentrations
exceeding the recommended exposure limits.
INGESTION: Harmful or fatal if swallowed. Causes chemical burns to the
mouth, throat and stomach.
REPRODUCTIVE / DEVELOPMENTAL INFORMATION
No Data
CARCINOGENIC INFORMATION: This material is not listed as a
carcinogen by IARC, NTP, or OSHA
LONG TERM EFFECTS: No Data
SECTION - 4 FIRST AID MEASURES
EYES: Immediately flush with water. Remove contact lenses, if applicable,
and continue flushing with water for 15 minutes. Call a physician
immediately.
SKIN: Immediately flush with water for 15 minutes. Call physician if
irritation persists. Completely decontaminate clothing, shoes, and leather
goods before reuse or discard.
SECTION - 5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flash Point: 105o F (C.C. method) Explosive Limits: Not
Applicable
Autoignition Temperature: Not Applicable
Hazardous Products of Combustion: Oxides of carbon, oxides of nitrogen,
and ammonia
Extinguishing Media: Not Applicable
Fire Fighting Instructions: Avoid contact with this material. Avoid walking
in spilled material. Wear protective clothing for skin and eyes
SECTION - 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Small Spill: Absorb with an inert solid and scoop up for disposal, then rinse
soiled area with water down the drain.
Large Spill: Stop leak at the source and collect into a suitable container, then
treat as a small spill.
SECTION - 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling: Containers of this material may be hazardous when emptied. Since
emptied containers retain product residues (vapor, liquid, and/or solid), all
hazard precautions given in the data sheet must be observed.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container closed when not in use.
SECTION - 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL
PROTECTION
Eye Protection: Chemical Splash goggle in compliance with OSHA
regulations are advised: however , OSHA regulations also permit other type
safety glasses. Consult your safety representative.
Skin Protection: Wear rubber gloves (consult your safety equipment
supplier). To prevent repeated or prolonged skin contact, wear impervious
clothing and boots.
Respiratory Protection: If workplace exposure limits of product or any
component are exceeded (see exposure guidelines), NIOSH/OSHA approved
air supplied respirator is advised in the absence of proper environmental
control. OSHA relations also permit other NIOSH/OSHA respirators
(negative pressure type) under specific conditions (see your industrial
hygienist). Engineering or administrative controls should be implemented to
reduce exposure.
Engineering Controls: Provide sufficient mechanical (general and local
exhaust) ventilation to maintain exposure below level of overexposure (from
known, suspected or apparent adverse effects).
SECTION - 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL
PROPERTIES
Appearance and odor: Thin, orange liquid with a citrus odor
pH Concentrate: no applicable
Vapor Pressure: Unknown
Vapor Density: Unknown
Boiling Point: Unknown
Solubility in Water: none
Percent Volatile: 95
Specific Gravity: (H2O =1) 0.84 +/- 0.02
SECTION - 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability: Stable
Conditions to Avoid: Temperature Extremes
Incompatibility: Chlorine Bleach, Oxidizers, Acids
Hazardous Decomposition: Will not Occur
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not Occur
SECTION - 11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No Data Available
SECTION - 12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No Data Available
SECTION - 13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION
Waste Disposal Information: Dispose of in accordance with all applicable
Federal, State, and Local regulations.
RCRA Information: If this material becomes a waste, it would be considered
hazardous under 40 CFR 261.22. and would be classified as EPA Waste
Number D002.
SECTION - 14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT Information 49 CFR 172.10
DOT Description:
33440 Class 55
Reportable Quantity (RQ) - 49 CFR 172.101
Not Applicable
SECTION - 15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
US Federal Regulations:
TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) Status
TSCA (United States) The intentional ingredients
of this product are listed.
CERCLA RQ - 40 CFR 355 Appendix A
None
SARA 302 Components 40 CFR Appendix A
None
Section 311/312 Hazard Class 40 CFR 370.2
Immediate (X) Delayed (X) Fire ( )
Reactivity ( ) Sudden Release of Pressure ( )
SARA 313 Components - 40 CFR 372.65
CAS # Chemical Names %
Glycol Ethers <50%
State and Local Regulations
California Proposition 65: None
California SCAQMD Rule 443.1 VOC’s: > 900g/L
North Carolina Administrative Code 2D.1104 and 2B.0610: None
South Carolina Regulation 62.5 Standard Number 8
Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether < 50.0
The information accumulated herein is believed to be accurate but is not
SECTION - 16 OTHER INFORMATION
warranted to be whether originating with the company or not. Recipients are
advised to confirm in advance of need that the information is current,
applicable and suitable to their circumstances.
This information was compiled from current manufacturer’s MSDS’s of the
component parts of the product. as well as other sources, such as:
Code of Federal Regulations 29, Revised as of July 1. 1994.
Code of Federal Regulations 40, Revised as of July 1, 1994.
ACGIH, Guide to Occupational Exposure Values, 1996.
ANSI Z129.1-1994, Precautionary Labeling for Hazardous Industrial
Chemicals.
Hazard Communication Handbook, A Right To Know Compliance Guide.
Craig A. Moyer & Michael Francis. Clark Broadman Company. Ltd. New
York, NY 1992
RCRA Regulations and Keyword Index, Compiled and Published by McCoy
and Associates, Inc Lakewood, Colorado. 1992.