MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

Wausau Chemical Corporation, 2001 N. River Drive, Wausau, WI 54403

                                                                             Last Revision:               January 21, 2004

HMIS Hazard 4 – Extreme                  Health              2 3 – High                       Fire                  3 2 – Moderate               Reactivity         0 1 – Slight                      Other 0 - Least

Emergency       CHEMTREC              800-424-9300

Phones:            Wausau Chemical         715-842-2285

SECTION 1 - MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION

 

 

 

NAME:            DENATURED ALCOHOL

SYNONYMS:            

SECTION 2  - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

 

 

 

HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL               CAS #             PERCENT       PEL/TWA        SARA III, SEC 313    

Ethanol                                     000064-17-5        82               1000 ppm                    NO

Methanol                                              000067-56-1        17                 200 ppm                    YES

Methyl Isobutyl Ketone                        000108-10-1          1                   50 ppm                    YES

 

 

 

SECTION 3 – CHEMICAL AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

 

 

 

Appearance:           Clear, colorless liquid                      Boiling Point (^oF):                                 172 ^oF

Odor:                     alcohol                                           Freezing Point (^oF):                               ND

pH:                         NA                                                            Specific Gravity(H₂O=1 @ 70^oF):        0.800

Water solubility:            appreciable                               Vapor Pressure, mm Hg, 20^oC: 53

Vapor Density (air=1:               1.6                               Volatile Organic (VOC) content:           100%

Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1)                NA

 

SECTION 4 – FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS

 

 

Flash Point (Method):               56 ^oF                Explosive Limits: Lower            3.53%  Upper  21.2%

Flammable Limits:                                             Auto Ignition Temperature:        760 ^oF

Extinguishing Media:     Water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, alcohol foam

Special Fire Fighting Procedures and Hazards:  Wear self contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing.  Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool. Water may be ineffective in fighting the fire.

Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards:  Flammable, vapors may travel considerable distance to a source of ignition and flash back.  Prevent buildup of vapors or gases to explosive concentration.

SECTION 5 – REACTIVITY INFORMATION

 

 

Stable:    X       Unstable:                      Hazardous Polymerization:   Occurs:                 Does not Occur:X

 

Conditions to Avoid:                 Ignition sources. Excessive heat.

 

Materials to Avoid:                   Strong oxidizing agents

 

Decomposition Products:          Carbon dioxide/carbon monoxide

 

Denatured Alcohol                                                                                                                             Page 2

SECTION 6 – HEALTH HAZARDS – PROTECTIVE MEASURES  – FIRST AID

 

 

Carcinogen:      No

 

EYES:              Causes eye irritation. Use chemical goggles when handling. In the event of contact flush with water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if symptoms develop.

 

SKIN:              Harmful if absorbed through the skin. Use rubber or neoprene gloves and apron. In the event of contact remove contaminated clothing and wash with water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if symptoms develop.

 

INHALATION:           Vapor is harmful. Mist or vapors can cause drowsiness, irritation of the eyes and respiratory system. Get to fresh air and immediate medical attention.

 

INGESTION:              Toxic. Induce vomiting if person is conscious. Get immediate medical attention. Symptoms of poisoning may take several occurs. Keep under medical supervision for 48 hours.

 

IN ALL CASES:          GET PROMPT MEDICAL ATTENTION IF EFFECTS PERSIST

 

PRIMARY ROUTES OF ENTRY:      Skin, eyes, inhalation, ingestion.

 

HYGIENE:      Wash hands and face before eating or drinking. Wash soiled clothing before wearing again if contact occurs

 

SECTION 7 – PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING, STORAGE AND USE

 

 

 

SPILLS AND LEAKS:            Contain to prevent loss to the environment. Collect excess material. Flush residual material to a sanitary sewer.

 

STORAGE AND HANDLING:           Keep container tightly closed. Store container in a well ventilated location away from ignition sources.

 

WASTE DISPOSAL:              Dispose of in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.

 

EMPTY CONTAINERS:        Rinse thoroughly with water. Send to a recycling center or return to Wausau Chemical Corporation.

SECTION 8 – REGULATORY INFORMATION

 

 

 

DOT SHIPPING DESCRIPTION:                  Ethanol Solutions, 3, UN1170, PG II

 

LABEL REQUIRED:                                       Flammable

 

The information contained herein is given in good faith, but no warranty, representation, inducement or license of any kind is made, except that the information is accurate to the best of Wausau Chemical Corporation’s knowledge, or is obtained from sources believed by Wausau Chemical Corporation to be reliable and accurate. Wausau Chemical Corporation does not assume any legal responsibility for use or reliance upon the information being furnished. Customers are encouraged to conduct their own tests. Before using any product, read the container label directions as well as the Material Safety Data Sheet.

 

 

 

 

 

 

ND – Not Determined              NA – Not Applicable               NE – Not Established