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ANSUL ANSUL INCORPORATED MARINETTE. W l 5 4 1 4 3 - 2 5 4 2
ANSULITE 6% AFFF (AFC-5) MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET ACCORDING TO 93/112/EEC
I. Identification of the;Substance/Preparation and of the Company
Trade Name: Manufacturer/Supplier
Address: Prepared by: Phone: Fax: Internet/Home Page: Emergency Phone Number: Date of Issue:
ANSULITE 6% AFFF (AFC-5) ANSUL INCORPORATED One Stanton Street, Marinette, Wl 54143-2542 Safety and Health Department 715-735-7411 715-732-3472 http://www.ansul.com CHEMTREC 800-424-9300 or 703-527-3887 February 2002
II. Composition/lnformation on Ingredients
Component
Wt. %
CAS No.
EINECS
Proprietary mixture of hydrocarbon surfactants,
fluorosurfactants, inorganic salts, and water.
- f M'ffJO Not otherwise specified:
>80
,^D iethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether(a): -
19
/ M/i-Propanol:
0.2
Hexylene Glycol:
0.3
Not applicable 112-34-5 71-23-8 107-41-5
Listed 203-961-6 200-746-9 203-489-0
(a) This chemical is subject to reporting requirements of SA RA Title III Section 313 and 40 C F R Section 372.
Class, R, and S Phrases
(See Section XV) (See Section XV) (See Section XV) (See Section XV)
III. Hazards Identification
For Humans Threshold Limit Values: Diethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether: ACGIH TLV-TWA OSHA PEL (General Industry) 8 hour TWA: 1-Propanol: ACGIH TLV-STEL ACGIH TLV-TWA OSHA PEL (General Industry) 8 hour TWA: Hexylene Glycol: ACGIH TLV-CL
600 ppm. 1000 ppm (2950 mg/m3).
250 ppm (skin). 200 ppm (skin). 200 ppm (500 mg/m3).
25 ppm.
Signs and Symptoms:
Acute Exposure: Eye Contact: Inhalation: Skin Contact: Ingestion:
Chronic Overexposure:
May cause mild to moderate transient irritation. Not an expected route of entry. May cause mild transient irritation and/or dermatitis. Irritating to mucous membranes. Large oral doses could produce narcosis. Kidney, liver, gastrointestinal, and spleen.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: Prior diseases of the kidney and liver.
Chemical Listed as Carcinogen or Potential Carcinogen:
National Toxicology Program . (x] No
I.A.R.C. Monographs [x] No
OSHA
For Environment:
(See Section XII).
x] No
WHMIS Information:
IV. First-Aid Measures
Inhalation: Eye Contact: Skin Contact: Ingestion:
Remove victim to fresh air. Seek medical attention if discomfort continues. Flush with large amounts of water. If irritation persists, seek medical attention. Wash thoroughly with soap and water. If irritation persists, seek medical attention. If patient is conscious, give large amounts of water and induce vomiting. Seek medical help.
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V._____ Fire-Fighting Measures _____________________________
Extinguishing Media:
Special Procedures:
,
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards:
THIS IS AN EXTINGUISHING AGENT. None. None.
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VI. Accidental Release Measures
Personal Precautions: Respiratory Protection: Hand Protection: Eye Protection: Skin and Body Protection:
(See Section VIII) (See Section VIII) (See Section VIII) (See Section VIII)
Clean up Precautions:
Stop leaks. Contain spill. Remove as much as possible. Place in closed container for proper disposal. Wash spill area with large amounts of water to remove traces as material is very slippery. Prevent material from reaching sewers or waterways to avoid nuisance foaming.
Waste Disposal Methods:
(See Section XIII)
VII. Handling and Storage ____________________________________________________________
Handling: Storage:
Avoid skin and eye contact. Avoid ingestion. Do not mix with other fire fighting agents. See incompatibility information in Section X.
Store in original container. Keep tightly closed.
VIII. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Respiratory:
Hand: Eye: Skin and Body: Other:
None expected to be needed. Mechanical ventilation is recommended. Rubber or latex gloves are recommended. Chemical goggles are recommended. Standard fire fighting safety equipment should provide all protection which is necessary.. Eye wash and safety showers are good safety practices.
IX. Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance:
Clear Liquid.
Color:
Straw yellow.
Odor:
Mild sweet odor.
Specific gravity (H20 =1):
1.02.
Solubility in Water:
Miscible.
pH (If in water, % Cone.):
Not determined
Boiling Point:
97 C.
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg):
Not determined
Vapor Density (Air =1):
. <1.
Evaporation Rate (Butyl acetate =1):
0.48.
Percent volatile by volume (%): ca. 95.
Flash Point:
None to boiling.
Flammable limits in Air (% by volume):
Not applicable.
Autoflammability:
Not applicable.
Explosive Properties:
None.
Oxidizing Properties:
None.
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X. Stability and Reactivity
Stability: Conditions to Avoid: Hazardous Reactions: Conditions to Avoid: Materials to Avoid: Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Stable B None known.
Unstable
Will not occur (x|
May occur
None known.
Any material reactive with water, electrically energized equipment, or strong oxidizers.
Not known, however, oxides of nitrogen and sulfur may be produced during fire conditions.
XI. Toxicological Information
Product: The toxicity of the product mixture has not been determined.
Components:
Diethylene glycol monobutyl ether:
Irritation Data:
Eye (rabbit)
20 mg/24 hrs Moderate
Toxicity Data:
Oral (rat) LD50
5660 mg/kg.
Dermal (rabbit) LD50
2700 mg/kg.
Target organs:
Kidney, lungs, gastrointestinal, spleen.
1-Propanol:
Irritation Data:
Skin (rabbit)
500 mg Open Mild.
Toxicity Data:
Eye (rabbit) Oral (rat) LD50
20 mg/24 hrs Moderate. 1870 mg/kg
Inhalation (mouse) LC50
48 gm/m3.
Target organs:
Nerves, liver.
Hexylene glycol:
Irritation Data:
Skin (rabbit)
465 mg/24 hrs Moderate.
Toxicity Data:
Eye (rabbit) Oral (rat) LD50
93 mg Severe. 3700 mg/kg
Inhalation (rat) LC50
>310 mg/m3/1 hr.
Target organs:
Sense organs, lungs, kidney.
XII. Ecological Information
Mobility: Absorption/Desorption: Degradability: Biotic and Abiotic Degradation: Aerobic and Anaerobic Degradation: Persistence: Accumulation: Bioaccumulation Potential: Biomagnification: Short and Long Term Effects on:
Ecotoxicity: Aquatic Organisms: Soil Organisms: Plants and Terrestrial animals: Other Adverse Effects: Ozone Depletion Potential: Photochemical Ozone Creation Potential: Global Warming Potential: Effects on Waste Water Treatment Plants:
Not determined. Not determined. Not determined. Not determined. Not determined. Not determined. Not determined. Not determined. Not determined.
Not determined. Not determined. Not determined. Not determined. Not determined. Not determined. Not determined. Not determined. Not determined.
XIII. Disposal Considerations Dispose of in Compliance with local, state, and national regulations.
XIV. Transport Information
Hazard Class or Division:
Not hazardous.
For additional transport information, contact Ansul Incorporated.
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XV. Regulatory Information
Product:
EU Classification:
XI.
Irritant.
R Phrases: 36 Irritating to eyes.
S Phrases:
26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical
attention.
36 Wear suitable protective clothing.
Components:
Dlethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether:
EU Classification: Xi.
Irritant.
R Phrases: 36 Irritating to eyes.
S Phrases:
26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical
attention.
36 Wear suitable protective clothing.
1-Propanol:
EU Classification: F. Xn
Highly Flammable, harmful.
R Phrases: 11 Highly flammable.
41 Risk of serious damage to eyes.
67 Vapors may cause drowsiness and dizziness.
S Phrases: 7 Keep container tightly closed.
16 Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
24 Avoid contact with skin.
26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical
advice.
39 Wear eye/face protection.
Hexylene Glycol:
EU Classification: XI.
Irritant.
R Phrases:
36/38
Irritating to eyes and skin.
S Phrases:
26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical
attention.
36 Wear suitable protective clothing.
Limit Values for Exposure:
Diethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether:
ACGIH TLV-TWA
600 ppm.
OSHA PEL (General Industry) 8 hour TWA: 1000 ppm (2950 mg/m3).
1-Propanol:
ACGIH TLV-STEL
250 ppm (skin).
ACGIH TLV-TWA
200 ppm (skin).
OSHA PEL (General Industry) 8 hour TWA: 200 ppm (500 mg/m3).
,
Hexylene Glycol:
ACGIH TLV-CL
25 ppm.
EINECS Status:
All components are included in EINECS inventories.
Restrictions on Marketing and Use: None
Refer to any other national measures that may be relevant.
XVI. Other Information None known.
XVII. Disclaimer
THE ABOVE INFORMATION IS BELIEVED TO BE CORRECT BUT DOES NOT PURPORT TO BE ALL INCLUSIVE AND SHALL BE USED ONLY AS A GUIDE. ANSUL SHALL NOT BE HELD LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE RESULTING FROM HANDLING OR FROM CONTACT WITH THE ABOVE PRODUCT.
MSDS available at http://www.ansul.com
ANSUL is a trademark of Ansui Incorporated or its affiiiates.
ANSUL INCORPORATED, ONE STANTON STREET, MARINETTE, W i 5 4 1 4 3 -2 5 4 2
715-735-7411
Form No. F-9747-1
2002 Ansui Incorporated
Litho in U.S.A.