MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

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

                                                                             Last Revision:               January 29, 2004

HMIS Hazard 4 – Extreme                  Health              3 3 – High                       Fire                  2 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:            WINDSHIELD WASH SOLVENT

SYNONYMS:

SECTION 2  - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

 

 

 

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

Methanol                                              67-56-1           34 %                200 ppm                      YES    

 

 

 

SECTION 3 – CHEMICAL AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

 

 

 

Appearance:           Clear light blue liquid                       Boiling Point (^oF):                                 148 F-212 ^oF

Odor:                     Slight alcohol                                  Melting Point (^oF):                                NA

pH:                               NA                                          Specific Gravity (H₂O=1):                     0.940

Water solubility:            Complete                                 Vapor Pressure, mm Hg, 20^oC: 96 @ 20 C

Vapor Density (air=1):  >1                                Volatile Organic (VOC) content:           99%

Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1)                ND

 

SECTION 4 – FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS

 

 

Flash Point (Method):               >54 F TCC      Explosive Limits: Lower            >7        Upper  About 30%     

Flammable Limits:                     None                Auto Ignition Temperature:        800 F

Extinguishing Media:                 Foam, Carbon Dioxide, Dry Chemical

 

Special Fire Fighting Procedures and Hazards:  Use Self-contained breathing apparatus, water spray useful in minimizing vapors and cooling containers.

Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards:                   Avoid spreading burning liquid with water used for cooling.

SECTION 5 – REACTIVITY INFORMATION

 

 

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

 

Conditions to Avoid:                 Strong oxidizer, ignition sources, excessive heat

 

Materials to Avoid:                   Strong oxidizing materials.

 

Decomposition Products:          Acrid smoke, irritating fumes, carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide.

 

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SECTION 6 – HEALTH HAZARDS – PROTECTIVE MEASURES  – FIRST AID

 

 

Carcinogen:      No

 

EYES:              Severe eye irritant, causing pain and redness. Prolonged contact may cause blindness. Use chemical goggles when handling this product. Do not wear contact lenses. In the event of contact flush with water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if symptoms develop.

 

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

 

INHALATION:           Can cause shortness of breath. If inhaled, immediately move victim to fresh air. If not breathing, perform artificial respiration. Get immediate medical attention.

 

INGESTION:              Diluted solutions may cause severe abdominal pain, anorexia, nausea, and vomiting. Higher concentrations may cause blurred vision and speech, blindness, unconsciousness and death. Get immediate medical attention. Drink large amounts of water. Induce vomiting immediately.

 

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. Send to a recycling center for disposal.

 

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