MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET MSDS ============================================================================= Section 1 -- PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- HMIS CODES PRODUCT NAME Health 1 Metacaulk Industrial Cable Coating Flammability 1 Reactivity 0 PRODUCT CODES PPI B CHEMICAL FAMILY: Organic USE Fire Retardant Latex Coating MANUFACTURER'S NAME EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NO. The RectorSeal Corporation RectoSeal Corporation 2601 Spenwick Drive (800) 231-3345 Houston, Texas 77055 USA DATE OF PREPARATION TECHNICAL SERVICE TELEPHONE NO. January 13, 2003 (800) 231-3345 ============================================================================= Section 2 -- COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- % by WT CAS No. INGREDIENT UNITS 1-2 107-21-1 Ethylene Glycol ACGIH TLV CL 50 ppm OSHA PEL CL 50 ppm 0.9-1.5 115-96-8 Tris(B-chloroethyl)Phosphate ACGIH TLV N/D ppm OSHA PEL N/D ppm 6-7.5 61788-76-9 Chlorinated Paraffin ACGIH TLV N/D ppm OSHA PEL N/D ppm ============================================================================= Section 3 -- HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY OF ACUTE HAZARDS Mixture is believed to be a relatively non hazardous product. Medical care should be directed at control of symptoms. Major hazards would be splashing in eyes and accidental ingestion. ROUTE OF EXPOSURE, SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS INHALATION Not a respiratory irritant. EYE CONTACT Contact may cause eye irritation. SKIN CONTACT None known. INGESTION None known. SUMMARY OF CHRONIC HAZARDS None known. MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE Persons with preexisting lung disorders may be more susceptible. ============================================================================= Section 4 -- FIRST AID MEASURES ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- If INHALED: Not a respiratory irritant. If on SKIN: Wash with soap and water. If irritation occurs, seek medical attention. If in EYES: Immediately flush with large amounts of water. If irritation occurs, seek medical attention. If SWALLOWED: If swallowed, call a physician immediately. Only induce vomiting at the instruction of a physician. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. ============================================================================= Section 5 -- FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- FLASH POINT LEL UEL None N/D N/D EXTINGUSING MEDIA Foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide or water fog. SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and other protective clothing. Hazardous decomposition products possible (see Section 10). UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: None known. ============================================================================= Section 6 -- ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED: Wipe up spills to prevent footing hazard. Avoid flushing into sewers, drains, waterways and soil. Wear protective clothing during clean up. ============================================================================= Section 7 -- HANDLING AND STORAGE ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORING: Keep container closed and upright when not in use. To prevent freezing and possible rupture of container, do not store below 40 F. OTHER PRECAUTIONS: Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with skin or clothing. Empty containers may contain residues and vapors; treat as if full and observe all product precautions. Do not reuse empty containers. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. ============================================================================= Section 8 -- EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- RESPIRATORY PROTECTION (SPECIFY TYPE): None required. VENTILATION - LOCAL EXHAUST: Acceptable SPECIAL: N/A MECHANICAL (GENERAL): Preferable OTHER: N/A PROTECTIVE GLOVES: Wear rubber gloves. EYE PROTECTION: Safety glasses (ANSI Z-87.1 or equivalent) OTHER PROTECTIVE CLOTHING OR EQUIPMENT: Coveralls recommended. WORK/HYGIENIC PRACTICES: Where use can result in skin contact, wash exposed areas thoroughly before eating, drinking, smoking, or leaving work area. Launder contaminated clothing before reuse. ============================================================================= Section 9 -- PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- BOILING POINT: 212 F (100 C) @ 760mm Hg SPECIFIC GRAVITY (H20 = 1): 1.12 VAPOR PRESSURE (mm Hg): 17 @ 68 F (20 C) FREEZING POINT: 30 F (-1 C) VAPOR DENSITY (AIR = 1): <1 EVAPORATION RATE (ETHYL ACETATE = 1): <1 APPEARANCE/ODOR: Latex Coating SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Soluble VOC: 0.31 lbs/gal VOLATILE VOLUME: 43% ============================================================================= Section 10 -- STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- STABILITY: Stable CONDITIONS TO AVOID: None INCOMPATIBILITY (MATERIALS TO AVOID): None known. HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: CO, CO2 and fragmented hydrocarbons. HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur. ============================================================================= Section 11 -- TOXICOLOGY INFORMATION ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- CHRONIC HEALTH HAZARDS No ingredient in this product is an IARC, NTP or OSHA listed carcinogen. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- TOXICOLOGY DATA Ingredient Name ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ethylene Glycol Oral-Rat LD50: 4700 mg/kg Inhalation-Human TCLo:10,000 mg/m3 Tris(B-chloroethyl)Phosphate LD50: N/D LC50: N/D Chlorinated Paraffin LD50: N/D LC50: N/D ============================================================================= Section 12 -- Ecological Information ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- ECOLOGICAL DATA Ingredient Name ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ethylene Glycol Food Chain Concentration Potential None WATERFOWL TOXICITY N/A BOD 12.5% AQUATIC TOXICITY >100 ppm/48 hr/shrimp/LC50 Tris(B-chloroethyl)Phosphate Food Chain Concentration Potential N/D WATERFOWL TOXICITY N/D BOD N/D AQUATIC TOXICITY N/D Chlorinated Paraffin Food Chain Concentration Potential N/D WATERFOWL TOXICITY N/D BOD N/D AQUATIC TOXICITY N/D ============================================================================= Section 13 -- DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Waste Classification: Non-regulated waste. Disposal Method: Solidification and approved landfill. Waste from this product is not considered hazardous as defined under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) 40 CFR 261. Dispose of in accordance with Federal, State, and Local regulation regarding pollution. ============================================================================= Section 14 -- TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOT: Non-Regulated OCEAN (IMDG): Non-Regulated AIR (IATA): Non-Regulated WHMIS (CANADA): Non-Regulated ============================================================================= Section 15 -- REGULATORY INFORMATION ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- REGULATORY DATA Ingredient Name ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ethylene Glycol SARA 313 Yes TSCA Inventory Yes CERCLA RQ 5,000 lbs. RCRA Code N/A Tris(B-chloroethyl)Phosphate SARA 313 Yes TSCA Inventory Yes CERCLA RQ 5,000 lbs. RCRA Code N/A Chlorinated Paraffin SARA 313 Yes TSCA Inventory Yes CERCLA RQ 5,000 lbs. RCRA Code N/A ============================================================================= Section 16 -- OTHER INFORMATION ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- This document is prepared pursuant to the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200). The information herein is given in good faith, but no warranty, expressed or implied is made. Consult RectorSeal for further information: (713) 263-8001