MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

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

                                                                             Last Revision:               January 22, 2004

HMIS Hazard 4 – Extreme                  Health              2 3 – High                       Fire                  1 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:            DETREGENT/EMULSIFIER

SYNONYMS:            

SECTION 2  - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

 

 

 

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

Alkyl phenol ethoxylate             9016-45-9                               NE                               NO

Propylene Glycol n-propyl ether            569-01-3                                 NE                               NO

 

 

SECTION 3 – CHEMICAL AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

 

 

 

Appearance:           Clear, colorless liquid                      Boiling Point (^oF):                                 212 ^oF

Odor:                     Characteristic glycol odor               Freezing Point (^oF):                               ND

pH:                         7-8                                                 Specific Gravity (H₂O=1 @ 70^oF):       1.024

Water solubility:            Complete                                 Vapor Pressure, mm Hg, 20^oC: ND

Vapor Density (air=1): NE                               Volatile Organic (VOC) content:           5%

Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1)    NE      

 

SECTION 4 – FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS

 

 

Flash Point (Method):               200 ^oF              Explosive Limits: Lower            None    Upper              None   

Flammable Limits:                     None                Auto Ignition Temperature:        None

Extinguishing Media         Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water, alcohol or all purpose type foam

 

Special Fire Fighting Procedures and Hazards:  Do not enter confined fire space without full protective gear and SCBA.  Water or foam may cause frothing. Use water to cool fire exposed containers.

 

Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards:                   None known.

 

SECTION 5 – REACTIVITY INFORMATION

 

 

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

 

Conditions to Avoid:                 Excessive heat

 

Materials to Avoid:                   Strong oxidizing agents, strong alkalies, strong reducing agents.

 

Decomposition Products:          Not Known.

 

Detergent/Emulsifier                                                                                                                         Page 2

SECTION 6 – HEALTH HAZARDS – PROTECTIVE MEASURES  – FIRST AID

 

 

Carcinogen:      No

 

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

 

SKIN:              Can cause skin irritation on repeated or prolonged contact. Use neoprene or rubber gloves and apron when handling this product.In the event of contact wash with water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if symptoms develop.

 

INHALATION:           Mist or vapors can cause irritation of the respiratory system.

 

INGESTION:              Irritable to the mouth, esophagus and mucous membranes. Drink large amounts of water. Do Not induce vomiting. Get immediate medical attention.

IN ALL CASES:          GET PROMPT MEDICAL ATTENTION IF ADVERSE 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 containers tightly closed. Store at ambient temperatures.

 

WASTE DISPOSAL:              Follow recommendations of local, state and federal regulations.

 

EMPTY CONTAINERS:        Rinse thoroughly with water. Replace and firmly tighten closures. Send to a recycling center or return to Wausau Chemical Corporation.

 

SECTION 8 – REGULATORY INFORMATION

 

 

 

DOT SHIPPING DESCRIPTION:      NONE

 

LABEL REQUIRED                            NONE

 

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