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Material Safety Data Sheet for Clear Carnauba Wax Paste

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The Real Milk Paint Co.
11 West Pumping Station Road
Quakertown, PA 18951
Phone: 215-538-3886
Fax: 215-538-5435

Date Prepared: 01/01/01

Section 1. - Identity
Natural Paste Wax
Hazardous - Yes
Health 1
Flammability 2
Flammability 2
Reactivity 0
Personal Protection B
(4=most hazardous)

Emergency Phone Number: Chem-Tel Inc. 800-255-3924

Section 2. – Hazardous Ingredients
Hazardous Components
CAS Reg #
PEL
ppm
TWA
ppm
STEL Other Limits % (opt)
Stoddard Solvent #8052-41-3 500 100     <80
Gum Turpentine #8006-64-2 100 100     <20

*Asterisked Chemical Subject to reporting requirement of Sec. 313 title III.

Section 3. – Physical/Chemical Characteristics
Boiling point-320F
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg)-2.0
Vapor Density (air=1)-4.7
Viscosity (CPS)-N/A
Auto Ignition Temp.-N/A
pH –NA +/-
Appearance and Odor – Pliable Paste, Slight Pine Odor
Specific Gravity (Waters=1)-0.77
Melting Point-120F
Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate=1)-.21
Decomposition Temperature-N/A
Solubility in Water-Negligible

Section 4. – Fire and Explosion Hazard Data
Flashpoint – TCC 102 F     Flammable Limits    LEL- 0.7    UEL – 6.0

Extinguishing media – CO2, Foam, Dry chemical

Fire Fighting Procedure – Cool containers with water, use self-contained breathing apparatus, burning product is toxic.

Fire and Explosion Hazards – Closed containers may burst when exposed to extreme heat. Isolate from Heat, sparks open flame.

Section 5. – Reactivity Data
Stability – STABLE
Conditions to Avoid Heat, Sparks, Open Flame

Incompatibility – STRONG OXIDIZING AGENTS

Hazardous Decomposition or Byproduct – Thermal Decomposition may yield carbon monoxide

Hazardous Polymerization – Will not occur

Conditions to Avoid – N/A

The information herein is based on data considered accurate. However, no warranty is expressed or implied regarding the accuracy of these data or results to be obtained from use thereof. Essentially similar to OSHA form #174

Section 6. – Health Hazard Data
Routes of entry:
Inhalation – Yes
Skin – Yes
Ingestion – Yes

Health Hazards-Acute:
Causes eye irritation, drying of skin, dizziness, nausea, vapors may be narcotic
Chronic: respiratory tract irritation could damage liver and kidney.

Carcinogenicity: NO
NTP – NA
IRAC Monopraphs – NA
OSHA Regulated – No

Signs and Symptoms of Exposure:
Irritation and redness of skin, dizzy felling, pale and nauseous.

Medical Conditions Aggravated:
Kidney, Liver and Lung Problems.

Emergency and First Aid Procedures:
Eyeskin contact: Flush with plenty of water.
Inhalation: remove to fresh air, begin artificial respiration if needed.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting, get immediate medical attention.

Section 7. – Precautions for safe handling and use
Steps to be taken in case material is released spilled
Collect material into metal container avoid sparks, flame, and hot surfaces. Wipe off residue with rag.

Wate disposal method
Recycle, incinerate, or use hazardous wasted management facitility for disposal according to state and federal regulations. EPA Waste no. D001

Precautions to be taken in Handling and Storage
Combustible, keep away from heat, sparks and open flame. Use adequate ventilation. Avoid prolonged or repeated contact. Keep containers closed.

Other Precautions
Store in secure area. Dispose of empty containers safely.

Keep out of reach of children.

Section 8. – Control Measures
Respiratory Protection – Use self-contained breathing apparatus for concentrations above threshold limit value.

VentilationLocal Exhaust – Recommended
 Mechanical – Assure fresh air container
 Special – N/A
 Other – N/A

Protective Gloves – Recommended: Rubber

Eye Protection – Recommended: Goggles

Other Protection – N/A

Work/Hygienic Practices – Do not eat/drink or smoke next to material. Wash hands/face after work.

Section 9. – Transportation
Unit cost – 30 lb. Met pail, 4, 1 lb. Can         Report Qty. (lbs.) – N/A
OSHA – Class II. Combustible liquid         Labels – Flammable Solid
DOT – Hazardous/X/Flammable Solid –Packaging Group III
UN – Hazardous /X/Flammable Solid-Packaging Group III
DOT: Flammable Solid n.o.s. (Contains Stoddard Solvent) 4.1, UN1325, PGIII
UN: Flammable Solid n.o.s. (Contains Stoddard Solvent) 4.1, UN1325, PGIII
1&4 pound cans=limited quantity 49 CFR 173.151

Vendor assumes no responsibility for injury to venee or third person proximately caused if reasonable safety procedures are not adhered to as stipulated in the data sheet. Additionally, vendor assumes no responsibility for injury to vendee or third persons proximately caused by abnormal use of the material even if reasonable safety procedures are followed. Further more, vendee assumes the risk in use of the material.