MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

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(Prepared According to 29 CFR 1910.1200)      Date Prepared: June, 1998                                            Date Revised: September, 05

Prepared by: Robert V. Johnson                           Date Printed: September 11, 2005

SECTION 1 - COMPANY & PRODUCT  IDENTIFICATION:

Company Name: KLEERWITE CHEMICAL                                         Emergency Phone: 800-535-5053  (InfoTrac)

                                                 P. O. BOX 10426, BURKE, VA  22009-0428,  703-451-3964; FAX: 703-451-7382

Trade Name: AMYL ACETATE - PRIMARY   (CH-002)    Product Type: BASIC CHEMICAL

SECTION 2 - INGREDIENT INFORMATION:  *  =  HAZARDOUS

            CHEMICAL NAME/COMMON NAME

    CAS  NO.

 PERCENT

    TLV

* AMYL ACETATE

628-63-7

100%

100 ppm

 

 

 

 

SARA HAZARD TITLE III, SECTION 313-CONTAINS THE STARED INGREDIENT(S) AT THE INDICATED PERCENTAGES  

SECTION 3 - HEALTH HAZARD DATA:

Primary Routes of Exposure       Eye[    ]                  [ X] Skin                  [ X ]  Oral                    [   ] Inhalation                   [   ]  Other

Overexposure Effects: Causes mild eye irritation. May cause mild skin irritation. May cause irritation the respiratory tract.

Threshold Limit Value:  Not Established.

H.M.I.S Values:  Health (Blue) -  1; Flammability (Red) - 2; Reactivity (Yellow) - 0; Personal Protection -  B

Carcinogen or Suspect Carcinogen Ingredients        [   ]  NTP                   [   ]  IARC                     [   ]  OSHA                      [ X ]  None

SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES:

Eyes:  Remove contact lenses. Flush eyes with water for 15 minutes, get prompt medical attention. 

Skin: Wash  skin with  soap and water.  Remove contaminated clothing.

Ingestion: Give two glasses of water. Induce vomiting. NEVER give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention..

Inhalation: Seek well ventilated area.  If irritation persists seek medical attention.

SECTION  5 - FIREFIGHTING MEASURES:

Flash Point (T.C.C.)  101 O F              Flammable Limits      Upper: 1.1 ;      Lower: 7.5

Extinguishing Media:    Foam, CO2, , BC/ABC Extinguisher may be used in area where material is stored.

Special firefighting Procedures: Use self contained breathing apparatus.

Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: This material may produce a floating fire hazard in extreme fire conditions.

SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES:

If Released or Spilled: Stop leaks. Contain spill, absorb with an inert material and place in a suitable container.  Flush spill area with large amounts of water. Avoid discharge to natural waters>

Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose of wash water and spill byproducts according to State and Federal regulations.

SECTION 7 - STORAGE AND HANDLING INFORMATION:

Store in a cool, dry area. Avoid breathing vapor. Keep away from heat and flame. Do not get in the eyes, on skin or on clothing.  Do not take internally. Wash thoroughly after handling.

SECTION  8 - SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION

Respiratory Protection:    Not needed under normal condition of use.

Ventilation Requirements               [ X ]  Local Exhaust                            [    ]  Mechanical                          [   ]  Other

Protective Gloves: Recommended for prolonged contact   Eye Protection: Safety glasses/goggles Other: Eye bath, safety shower.

SECTION  9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES:

Boiling point (0F.) : 295o       Density (lb/gl)  7.303       Specific Gravity  (H2O = 1) 0.876       pH (1%) = N/A

Vapor Pressure (mm Hg) 4  mmHg                                                                                      Vapor Density (Air=1) 4.5

Solubility in water:           [  ] Complete                  [  X] Insoluble        [   ]  Emulsifiable (or Dispersible)           [  ]  Slight (or Partial)

Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1)      0.42

Appearance and Odor: Colorless liquid with strong banana odor

SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY:

Stability: Stable     Incompatibility: Strong oxidizing agents Strong alkalis Hazardous Decomposition Products: Toxic oxides of carbon

SECTION 11 - TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION:                                                                                                

Proper Shipping Name: AMYL ACETATES

D.O.T. Hazard Class:  3     UN Number:  UN1104      Packaging Group:  PGI        Label Required: FLAMMABLE

This information is provided without any representation or warranty, express or implied, regarding its accuracy or correctness.  Conditions or methods of handling, storage, use and disposal of the product are beyond our knowledge. For this and other reasons, we do not assume responsibility and expressly disclaim liability for loss, damage and expense arising out of or in any way connected with the handing, storage, use or disposal of the product.