MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Diamond Cleaner
Xylene / Diamond Cleaner
SECTION 1: CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
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PRODUCT NAME: |
XYLENE / DIAMOND CLEANER |
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CHEMICAL NAME: |
Mixed Xylenes (limited
paraxylene content). Ethylbenzene |
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CHEMICAL FAMILY: |
Aromatic Hydrocarbon
CAS: 1330-20-7 and 100-41-4 |
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION: |
Aromatic odor. Clear, colorless liquid. |
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DISTRIBUTOR’S NAME: |
FEDERAL TECHNICAL SERVICES,
INC. |
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ADDRESS: |
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NON-EMERGENCY PRODUCT INFO: |
1-800-543-3516 |
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EMERGENCY PHONE: |
1-800-424-9300 (CHEMTREC, 24 Hours) |
SECTION 2: COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
The composition of this
mixture may be proprietary information.
In the event of a medical emergency, compositional information will be
provided to a physician or nurse.
This product is hazardous as
defined in 29 CFR1910.1200, based on the following compositional information:
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OSHA HAZARD |
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COMPONENT |
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Flammable |
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Xylenes: Ethylbenzene |
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OSHA PEL:ACGIH TLV |
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Xylenes: Ethylbenzene |
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Eye Irritant |
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Xylene |
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Possible Carcinogen |
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Ethylbenzene |
SECTION 3: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
EYE CONTACT: Irritating, but does not injure eye tissue.
SKIN CONTACT: Frequent or prolonged contact may irritate. Low
order of toxicity. Occasional brief contact with the liquid
will not result in significant irritation unless evaporation is impeded. Skin
contact may aggravate an existing dermatitis condition.
INHALATION: High vapor/aerosol concentrations are
irritating to the eyes and the respiratory tract, may cause headaches,
dizziness, anesthesia, drowsiness, unconsciousness, and other central nervous
system effects, including death. Negligible
hazard at ambient temperature (-18 to 38° C; 0 to 100° F)
INGESTION: Small amounts of this product aspirated into the
respiratory system during ingestion or vomiting may cause mild to severe
pulmonary injury, possibly progressing to death. Low order of toxicity.
CHRONIC EFFECTS:
This product contains
ethylbenzene. The International Agency
for Research on Cancer (IARC) has evaluated ethylbenzene and classified it as a
possible human carcinogen (group 2B) based on sufficient evidence for
carcinogenicity in experimental animals,
but inadequate evidence for cancer in exposed humans.
SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES
EYE CONTACT: Flush eyes with large amounts of water until irritation
subsides. If irritation persists, get
medical attention.
SKIN CONTACT: Flush with large amounts of water; use soap if
available. Remove grossly contaminated
clothing, including shoes, and launder before reuse.
INHALATION: Using proper respiratory protection,
immediately remove the affected victim from exposure. Administer artificial respiration if
breathing is topped. Keep at rest. Call for prompt medical attention.
INGESTION: If swallowed, DO NOT induce vomiting. Keep at rest.
Get prompt medical attention.
SECTION 5: FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
FLASH POINT: 79° F.
METHOD: TCC ASTM D56 NOTE:
Minimum
FLAMMABLE LIMITS: LEL: 1.9 UEL:
12.3 @ 77° F. NOTE: Approximate
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE: 932° F. NOTE:
Approximate
GENERAL HAZARD: Flammable Liquid, can release vapors that form
flammable mixtures at temperatures at or above the flashpoint. Toxic
gases will form upon combustion. Static Discharge, material can accumulate
static charges which can cause an incendiary electrical discharge. “Empty”
containers retain product residue (liquid and/or vapor) and can be
dangerous. DO NOT pressurize, cut, weld,
braze, solder, drill, grind, or expose such containers to heat, flame, sparks,
static electricity, or other sources of ignition; THEY MAY EXPLODE AND CAUSE
INJURY OR DEATH. Empty drums should be completely drained,
properly bunged and promptly returned to a drum reconditioner, or properly
disposed of.
FIRE FIGHTING: Use water spray to cool fire exposed surfaces and to
protect personnel. Shut off “fuel” to
fire. If a leak or spill has not
ignited, use water to spray to disperse the vapors. Use foam or dry chemical to
extinguish fire. Respiratory and eye protection required
for fire fighting personnel. Avoid spraying water directly into
storage containers due to danger of boilover. This liquid is volatile and
gives off invisible vapors. Either the
liquid or vapor may settle in low areas or travel some distance along the
ground or surface to ignition sources where they may ignite or explode.
DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS UNDER FIRE CONDITIONS: Fumes,
smoke, and carbon monoxide.
SECTION 6: ACCIDENTIAL RELEASE MEASURES
LAND SPILL: Eliminate sources of ignition. Prevent additional discharge of material if
possible to do so without hazard. For
small spills implement cleanup procedures.
For large spills implement cleanup procedures and, if in public area,
keep public away and advise authorities.
Also, if this product is subject to CERCLA reporting (see Section 15
REGULATORY INFORMATION) notify the
WATER SPILL: Eliminate sources of ignition. Warn occupants and shipping in surrounding
and downwind areas of fire and explosion hazard and request all to stay clear. Remove from surface with suitable
absorbents. If allowed by local
authorities and environmental agencies, sinking and/or suitable dispersants may
be used in non-confined waters. Consult
an expert on disposal of recovered material and ensure conformity to local
disposal regulations.
SECTION 7: STORAGE AND HANDLING
ELECTROSTATIC ACCUMULATION HAZARD: Yes,
use proper bonding and/or grounding procedure. Additional information
regarding safe handling of products with static accumulation potential can be
ordered by contacting the American Petroleum Institute (API) for API
Recommended Practice 2003, entitled “Protection Against Ignitions Arising Out
of Static, Lightning, and Stray Currents (American Petroleum Institute, 1220 L
Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20005),
or the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) for NFPA 77entitled “Static
Electricity” (National Fire Protection Association, 1 Batterymarch Park, P.O.
Box 9101, Quincy, MA 02269-9101).
STORAGE TEMPERATURE: °F: Ambient
LOADING/UNLOADING TEMPERATURE: °F: Ambient
STORAGE/TRANSPORT PRESSURE: mmHg:
Atmospheric
LOADING/UNLOADING VISCOSITY: cst: 0.7
STORAGE AND HANDLING: Keep container
closed. Handle and open containers with
care. Store in a cool, well ventilated
place away from incompatible materials. Do
NOT handle or store near an open flame, heat or other sources of ignition. Protect material from direct sunlight. Material will accumulate static charges which
may cause an electrical spark (ignition source). Use proper bonding and/or grounding
procedures. Do NOT pressurize, cut,
heat, or weld containers. Empty product
containers may contain product residue.
Do NOT reuse empty containers without commercial cleaning or
reconditioning.
SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
EXPOSURE CONTROLS: The use of
local exhaust ventilation is recommended to control process emissions near the
source. Laboratory samples should be
handled in a lab hood. Provide
mechanical ventilation of confined spaces.
Use explosion-proof ventilation equipment.
PERSONAL PROTECTION: For open
systems where contact is likely, wear safety glasses with side shields, long
sleeves, and chemical resistant gloves. Where
contact may occur, wear safety glasses with side shields. Where concentrations in air may exceed the
limits given in this Section and engineering, work practice or other means of
exposure reduction are not adequate.
NIOSH approved respirators may be necessary to prevent overexposure by
inhalation.
WORKPLACE EXPOSURE GUIDELINES: OSHA REGULATION 29CFR1910.1000 REQUIRES THE
FOLLOWING PERMISSIBLE EXPOSURE LIMITS. A TWA of 100 ppm (435 mg/m3) and a STEL of 150 ppm (655
mg/m3) for Xylenes. A TWA of 100 ppm (435 mg/m3) and a STEL
of 125 ppm (545 mg/m3) for Ethyl Benzene. The recommended permissible exposure
levels indicated above reflect the levels revised by OSHA in 1989 or in subsequent
regulatory activity. Although the 1989
levels have since been vacated by the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals,
it is recommended that the lower exposure levels be observed as reasonable
worker protection.
THE ACGIH RECOMMENDS THE FOLLOWING
THRESHOLD LIMIT VALUES: A TWA of 100 ppm (434 mg/m3) and a STEL of
150 ppm (651 mg/m3) for Xylene, with an A4 designation. A TWA of 100 ppm (434 mg/m3) and a STEL of
125 (543 mg/m3) for Ethyl Benzene.
RECOMMENDED OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS: A TWA of 200
mg/m3 (46 ppm) based on total hydrocarbon.
SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
SPECIFIC GRAVITY, at °F: 0.87 at 60
VAPOR PRESSURE, mmHg at °F: 14.2
at 100 Approximate
SOLUBILITY IN WATER, wt. % at °F: 0.02
at 77 Calculated
VISCOSITY OF LIQUID, cst at °F: 0.7
at 77 Approximate
SP. GRAV. OF VAPOR, at 1 atm (Air = 1): 3.70
Calculated
FREEZING/MELTING POINT, °F: -31
EVAPORATION RATE, n-Bu Acetate = 1: 0.8
Approximate
BOILING POINT, °F:
282 to 286
SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABILITY: Stable
CONDITIONS TO AVOID INSTABILITY: Not
applicable
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will
not occur
CONDITIONS TO AVOID HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Not
applicable
MATERIALS AND CONDITIONS TO AVOID INCOMPATIBILITY: Strong
oxidizing agents, concentrated nitric and sulphuric acids, halogen, and molten
sulphur. Temperatures above ambient.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: None
SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Please refer to Section 3 for
available information on potential health effects.
SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No specific ecological data
are available for this product. Please
refer to Section 6 for information regarding accidental releases and Section 15
for regulatory reporting information.
SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Please refer to Sections 5, 6,
and 15 for disposal and regulatory information.
SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT): DOT
SHIPPING DESCRIPTION: FLAMMABLE LIQUID,
N.O.S., (XYLENE, ETHYLBENZENE).
SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION
TSCA: Components of this product are listed on the TSCA
Inventory.
CLEAN WATER ACT / OIL POLLUTION ACT: This
product is classified as an oil under Section 311 of the Clean Water Act (40
CFR 110) and the Oil Pollution Act of 1990.
Discharge or spills which produce a visible sheen on either surface
water, or in waterways/sewers which lead to surface water, must be reported to
the
CERCLA: If the reportable quantity of this product is
accidentally spilled, the incident is subject to the provisions of the
Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA)
and must be reported to the
SARA TITLE III: Under the provisions of Title III, Sections 311/312 of
the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act, this product is classified
into the following hazard categories:
Immediate health. Delayed
Health. Fire. This information may be
subject to the provisions of the Community Right-to-Know Reporting Requirements
(40 CFR 370) if threshold quantity criteria are met. This product contains the
following Section 313 Reportable Ingredients:
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COMPONENT |
CAS NO. |
MAXIMUM % |
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Xylene |
1330-20-7 |
85.0 |
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Ethyl Benzene |
100-41-4 |
25.0 |
SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION
HAZARD RATING SYSTEMS:
This information is for people
trained in:
National Paint & Coatings
Association (NPCA)
Hazardous Materials
Identification System (HMIS)
National Fire Protection
Association (NFPA 704)
Identification of the Fire
Hazards of Materials
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NPCA-HMIS |
NFPA 704 |
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HEALTH |
2 |
2 |
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FLAMMABILITY |
3 |
3 |
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REACTIVITY |
0 |
0 |
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KEY |
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4
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Severe |
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3
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Serious |
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2
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Moderate |
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1
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Slight |
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0
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Minimal |
CAUTION: HMIS ratings are based on a 0-4 rating scale
with 1 representing minimal hazards or risks, and 4 representing significant
hazards or risks. Recommended HMIS
ratings should not be used in the absence of a fully implemented HMIS hazard
communication program.
REVISION SUMMARY:
Since September 28, 2001 this
MSDS has been revised in Section(s):
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REFERENCE NUMBER: |
SUPERSEDES ISSUE DATE: |
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HDHA-C-25057 |
September 28, 2001 |
THIS INFORMATION RELATES TO
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