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Magnum Solvent, Inc.MSDS for GPC 475 Paraffin Dispersant

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2 - Section I - General Information

MANUFACTURER'S NAME: Magnum Solvent, Inc.

EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (800) 348-4041(800) 424-9300 (Chemtrec)

ADDRESS (NUMBER, STREET, CITY, STATE, ZIP): 470 Magnum Dr. NE, Kalkaska, MI 49646

CHEMICAL NAME AND SYNONYMS: GPC 475, paraffin solvent

TRADE NAME AND SYNONYMS: Same as above.

CHEMICAL FAMILY: Glycol ether, aromatics, surfactants

DATE OF PREPARATION: 01/26/00

PREPARED BY: Magnum Solvent, Inc.

DISCLAIMER: All information contained in this data sheet is believed to be true and accurate at this time. However, there is no guarantee expressed or implied.

3 - Section II – Hazardous Ingredients

COMPONENT: CAS# V % OSHA DEFINED CARCINOGEN

Toluene 108-88-3 >80 NoO, M, P Xylenes 1330-20-7 >10 NoNonyl Phenoxy Polyethoxyethanol 26027-38-3 <7 No2-Butoxyethanol 111-76-2 <1 No

4 - Section III - Physical Data

BOILING POINT: ~230F

VAPOR PRESSURE at 68F(mm Hg): >1

VAPOR DENSITY (AIR 1): >1

SPECIFIC GRAVITY at 60F (H20=1): 0.88

EVAPORATION RATE (But Ac = 1): NA

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SOLUBILITY IN WATER: EmulsifiablePERCENT VOLATILE BY VOLUME: 94

APPEARANCE AND ODOR: Clear, colorless liquid with characteristic odor.

5 - Section IV - HMIS Ratings

HEALTH FLAMMABILITY REACTIVITY3 3 00=Minimal 1=Slight 2=Moderate 3=Serious 4=Extreme

6 - Section V - Fire and Explosion Hazard Data

FLASH POINT (METHOD USED): ~45F (T.C.C.)

FLAMMABLE LIMITS: VOLUME % IN AIRLEL: N/AUEL: N/A

EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Foam, dry chemical, CO2, water fog.

SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Proper respiratory equipment to protect against the hazardous effects of combustion products is recommended. (See hazardous decomposition products). Water should be used as a cooling medium only.

UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Vapor accumulations may flash and/or explode if ignited. Keep ignition sources, open flames, etc. Away from these fumes.

7 - Section VI - Health Hazard Data

EXPOSURE LIMITS:Toluene – OSHA PEL/ACGIH TLV=100 ppmO, M, P Xylenes - OSHA PEL/ACGIH TLV=100 ppmNonyl Phenoxy Polyethoxyethanol - OSHA PEL/ACGIH TLV=25 ppm (skin)2-butoxyehtanol - OSHA PEL/ACGIH TLV=not established

PRIMARY ROUTES OF ENTRY: Absorption, inhalation

EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE:EYE CONTACT: Severe irritation and discomfort. Reversible and/or irreversible damage may occur.SWALLOWING: Gatrointestinal tract irritaiton and/or discomfort is possible.SKIN CONTACT: Moderate irritation and discomfort. Defatting of skin and redness are possible. Toxic systemic effects from absorption are expected to be minor.INHALATION: Dizziness, impaired coordination, headaches and loss of consciousness. Severe respiratory tract irritation. Toxic systemic effects are possible.

EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES:EYES: Flush eyes with plenty of water for 15 minutes. Get immediate medical attention.SWALLOWING: Do not induce vomiting. Get immediate medical attention.

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SKIN: Wash exposed area with mild soap and water. Get medical attention if irritation develops or persists.INHALATION:Remove victim from area of exposure. If unconscious, give oxygen. Give artificial respiration if not breathing. Get immediate medical attention.

8 – Section VII - Reactivity Data

STABILITY: Stable

CONDITIONS TO AVOID: None

INCOMPATIBILITY (MATERIALS TO AVOID): Strong oxidizers.

HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Burning can produce carbon monoxide and/or carbon dioxide.

HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur

9 - Section VIII - Spill or Leak Procedures

STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED:Extinguish possible sources of ignition. Evacuate all unprotected personnel and ventilate area. Only personnel equipped with proper respiratory, skin / eye protection should enter spill area. Dike area to contain spill and clean up by absorbing on an inert absorbent or other means. Don’t flush into sewers or natural waterways.

WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD: Conditions of use may cause this material to become a hazardous waste as defined by state or federal law. Use approved treatment, transporters and disposal sites.

10 - Section IX - Special Protection Information

RESPIRATORY PROTECTION (SPECIFIC TYPE): Use NIOSH/MSHA approved respirators when vapors or mist concentrations exceed permissible exposure limits.

VENTILATION: Use local exhaust or dilution ventilation as appropriate to control vapor or mists to below permissible exposure limits.

PROTECTIVE GLOVES: Neoprene rubber or other chemical resistant material.

EYE PROTECTION: Goggles with splash shields or full face shield / mask preferred.

OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Chemical resistant boots, apron, etc., as necessary to prevent contamination of clothing and skin contact.

11 - Section X - D.O.T. Shipping Information

PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Flammable Liquids, N.O.S.(contains toluene, xylenes)

PRODUCT NAME: GPC 475 Paraffin Dispersant

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D.O.T. HAZARD CLASS: 3

UN/NA NUMBER: NA-1993PACKING GROUP: II

PRODUCT RQ: 1250 LBS

12 - Section XI - Special Precautions

WARNING! Flammable. Treat as an OSHA Class IB flammable liquid. An acute overexposure to vapors from this product may cause headaches, dizziness, nausea and loss of consciousness. Chronic overexposure may cause irritation to the respiratory tract and to other mucous membranes or aggravate preexisting conditions. Prolonged or repeated skin contact can defat the skin and cause dermatitis. Avoid breathing vapors and contact with eyes or skin. This product contains toluene. Animal studies have shown that inhalation of high levels of toluene produced cardiac sensitization which could lead to fatal changes in heart rhythms. Intentional misuse by deliberate inhalation of toluene has also been shown to cause liver, kidney and brain damage.

13 - Section XII - SARA Title IIIThis product contains the following toxic chemical that is claimed as a trade secret, but disclosed as an upper bound concentration to comply with the reporting requirements of Section 313 of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act of 1986 and of 40 CFR Part 372.

TOLUENE (CAS 108-88-3) <85% WTXYLENE (CAS 1330-20-7) <11% WTETHYL BENZENE (100-41-4) < 3% WTGLYCOL ETHER EB (111-76-2) < 1% WT

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