Pro-Link 120063 User Manual

Material Safety Data Sheet

Printed: 08.11.2004

Revised: 03.11.2004

Lithofin SPLASH-STOP

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1 Identification of substance:

Product details:

Trade name: Lithofin SPLASH-STOP
Application of the substance / the preparation Impregnator

Distributor:

GranQuartz, L. P.
P.O. Box 2206
Tucker, GA 30085-2206/USA

Information Department:

see above

Emergency Information:

information department

24-Hour Emergency Telephone Number:
1-800-255-3924 (USA & Canada) or 813-248-0585

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2 Composition/Data on components:

Chemical characterization
Description: Solvent based impregnator

Dangerous components:

64742-82-1 Naphta, (petroleum), hydrodesulfurized heavy 50-100 %

Additional information Benzene < 0,1 %
TSCA

64742-82-1 Naphta, (petroleum), hydrodesulfurized heavy
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3 Hazards identification

Hazard description:

Harmful
Dangerous for the environment

Information pertaining to particular dangers for man and environment

Flammable.
Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment
Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed.
Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness

Classification system

The classification is in line with internationally approved calculation standards. It is expanded,
however, by information from technical literature and by information furnished by supplier companies.

NFPA ratings (scale 0-4)

Health = 2
Fire = 3
Reactivity = 0
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4 First aid measures

General information

Immediately remove any clothing soiled by the product.
Symptoms of poisoning may even occur after several hours; therefore medical observation for at least
48 hours after the accident.

After inhalation

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Material Safety Data Sheet

Printed: 08.11.2004

Revised: 03.11.2004

Lithofin SPLASH-STOP

Remove victim from contaminated area. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If breathing stops, provide
artificial respiration. Call a doctor.

After skin contact

Clean effected skin thoroughly with water and a mild cleansing agent.
No residues shall remain on the skin.

After eye contact

Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water.
Seek medical treatment.

After swallowing

Do not induce vomiting; immediately call for medical help.
If vomiting occurs spontaneously:
Hold the head of the casualty low with the body in a prone position in order to avoid penetration of
vomit into the air tube (danger of aspiration).

Information for doctor
The following symptoms may occur: See chapter 11

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5 Fire fighting measures

Suitable extinguishing agents

Foam
Extinguishing powder
Carbon dioxide
Sand
Use fire fighting measures that suit the environment.

For safety reasons unsuitable extinguishing agents Water with full jet.
Special hazards caused by the material, its products of combustion or resulting gases:

Dangerous decomposition products see chapter 10: stability and reactivity

Protective equipment:

Wear self-contained respiratory protective device.

Additional information

Dispose of fire debris and contaminated fire fighting water in accordance with official regulations.
Collect contaminated fire fighting water separately. It must not enter the sewage system.
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6 Accidental release measures

Person-related safety precautions:

Ensure adequate ventilation
Wear protective clothing.
Keep unprotected persons away.

Measures for environmental protection:

Do not allow product to reach sewage system or any water course.
Inform respective authorities in case of seepage into water course or sewage system.
Do not allow to penetrate the ground/soil.
In case of seepage into the ground inform responsible authorities.

Measures for cleaning/collecting:

Absorb with non-combustible material like sand, soil, diatomite.
Ensure adequate ventilation.
Send for recovery or disposal in suitable receptacles.
Dispose contaminated material as waste according to item 13.
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7 Handling and storage

Handling
Information for safe handling:

Use only in well ventilated areas.
Avoid contact with eyes and skin.
Keep receptacles tightly sealed.
Use solvent-proof equipment.
Avoid inhalation of vapours.

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Material Safety Data Sheet

Printed: 08.11.2004

Revised: 03.11.2004

Lithofin SPLASH-STOP

Information about protection against explosions and fires:

Keep ignition sources away - Do not smoke.
Protect against electrostatic charges.

Storage
Requirements to be met by storerooms and receptacles:

Store receptacles tightly closed at a cool and dry place with sufficient ventilation
Provide solvent resistant, sealed floor.
Prevent any seepage into the ground.

Information about storage in one common storage facility:

Store away from foodstuffs.
Store away from feed.

Further information about storage conditions: None.
Storage class 3A Flammable liquid

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8 Exposure controls and personal protection

Additional information about design of technical systems:

No further data; see item 7.

Components with limit values that require monitoring at the workplace:

The product does not contain any relevant quantities of materials with critical values that have to be
monitored at the workplace.

Additional information:

The lists that were valid during the creation were used as basis.

Personal protective equipment
General protective and hygienic measures

Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and feed.
Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work.
Avoid contact with the eyes and skin.
Do not inhale dust / smoke / mist.
Do not eat or drink while working.
Use skin protection cream for skin protection.
The usual protective measures based on the application have to be followed.
All protective equipment used shall be according to 29 CFR.1910 Subpart I Personal Protective
Equipment

Breathing equipment:

Not necessary if room is well-ventilated.
In case of brief exposure or low pollution use respiratory filter device. In case of intensive or longer
exposure use respiratory protective device that is independent of circulating air.
Short term filter device:
Filter A
NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator

Protection of hands:

Wear chemically resistant protective gloves (tested according to DIN EN 374)
The glove material has to be impermeable and resistant to the product/ the substance/ the
preparation.
Selection of the glove material on consideration of the penetration times, rates of diffusion and the
degradation
After use of gloves apply skin-cleaning agents and skin cosmetics.

Material of gloves

The selection of the suitable gloves does not only depend on the material, but also on further marks of
quality and varies from manufacturer to manufacturer.

Penetration time of glove material

The exact break trough time has to be found out by the manufacturer of the protective gloves and has
to be observed.

Eye protection: Chemical safety goggles
Body protection: Protective work clothing.

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