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Section I - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION MSDS FIRST PREPARATION DATE: November 23, 1985
REVISION DATE: July 22, 1997
SUPERSEDES: April 4, 1996
PREPARED AND REVISED BY: Robert Bock, Technical Services Manager

GENERIC/CHEMICAL NAME: Confidential Proprietary Mixture
PRODUCT TYPE/CHEMICAL FAMILY: Detergent Solution In Water
SYNONYMS: None
CONTAINS: Water (CAS# 7732-18-5), Glycol Ether Solvents (CAS# 111-76-2), Wetting Agents (CAS# 57-55-6), Anionic Detergents (CAS# 68585-34-2, 68891-38-3), Coloring (CAS# 129-17-9)

CONTACT ADDRESS: J. B. Chemical Co., Inc., 7316 Varna Ave., North Hollywood, CA 91605-4066, USA

EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBERS:
J. B. Chemical Co. Inc.: (310)515-9530, (800) 522-2468 Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 5:00pm PST
Chemtrec: (800) 424-9300 - Outside the continental U.S.: (703) 527-3887 24 Hours

Section II - COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
The precise composition of this product mixture is confidential proprietary information. A more detailed disclosure will be provided by us to qualified medical or industrial hygiene personnel as privileged information upon request in case of emergency or need for specific treatment. This MSDS has been prepared in compliance with the Federal OSHA hazard communication standard 29CFR1910.1200. This product is considered non-hazardous under that standard

WARNING: Contains 2.5% - 4.0% Butoxyethanol (CAS# 111-76-2)

Section III - HAZARDS INDENTIFICATION
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
EYE CONTACT: May cause mild eye irritation. Direct contact with liquid may cause stinging, tearing and redness.

SKIN CONTACT: May cause mild skin irritation. Prolonged or repeated contact may cause redness, burning, drying, and cracking of the skin.

INHALATION: This material is expected to have a low degree of toxicity by inhalation. Breathing high concentrations of vapors or mists may cause irritation of the nose and throat.
INGESTION: Minimal toxicity. Ingestion of excessive quantities may cause irritation of the digestive tract.

Section IV - FIRST AID
EYE CONTACT: : Immediately flush eyes with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. If eye irritation persists, get medical attention.

SKIN CONTACT: Remove contaminated shoes and clothing and rinse affected areas thoroughly with water. Launder clothing before reuse.

INHALATION: If respiratory symptoms develop, move victim away from source of exposure and into fresh air. If symptoms persist, get medical attention.

INGESTION: DO NOT induce vomiting. If possible, do not leave victim unattended. Get prompt medical attention.

Section V - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FLASH POINT: None
FIRE POINT: None
FLAMMABLE LIMITS IN AIR, % Volume, LOWER: None UPPER: None
UNUSUAL FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Poses no fire hazard
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: None

FIRE EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Carbon dioxide, foam, dry chemical, or water spray. Water spray may be useful in minimizing or dispersing vapors and cooling equipment exposed to heat and flame.

HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS UNDER FIRE CONDITIONS: If material is allowed to evaporate, residue will be left that may produce irritating hazardous products of combustion and thermal decomposition including fumes, smoke, carbon dioxide, and carbon monoxide.

Section VI - ACCIDENTIAL RELEASE MEASURES
SPILL ON LAND: Prevent additional discharge of material, if possible to do so without hazard. Floor may be slippery; use care to avoid falling. For small spills implement the following cleanup procedures: Prevent liquid from entering sewers, watercourses, or low areas. Contain spilled liquid with sand or earth. Recover by pumping or with a suitable absorbent. For large spills implement the preceding cleanup procedures and, if in a public area, keep public away and advise authorities. Consult an expert on disposal of recovered material and ensure conformity to local disposal regulations.

SPILL ON WATER: Will dissipate in water. Consult an expert and ensure conformity to state and local regulations.

Section VII - STORAGE AND HANDLING
ELECTROSTATIC ACCUMULATION HAZARD: No
STORAGE TEMPERATURE: Ambient ; 40 to 100F, 5 to 38C
STORAGE/TRANSPORT PRESSURE: Ambient Atmospheric
LOADING/UNLOADING TEMPERATURE: Ambient
LOADING/UNLOADING VISCOSITY: 1 cSt. typical @ ambient

STORAGE AND HANDLING: For small containers, keep out of reach of children. Keep tightly closed and store in a cool, dry, well ventilated area. Store only in approved containers and protect from physical damage. Storage should meet OSHA standards. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not wear contaminated clothing or shoes. "Empty" drums should be completely drained, properly bunged, and promptly shipped to a drum reconditioner. All other containers should be disposed of in an environmentally safe manner and in accordance with governmental regulation. Do not overheat; product may boil if heated above 212F, 100C.

Section VIII - EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
EXPOSURE CONTROLS: Normally not necessary. Ventilation should be provided to control worker exposures and prevent health risk for extensive use or if concentrations of vapors exceed the limits set forth in this Section.

PERSONAL PROTECTION: For open systems where contact is likely, wear long sleeves, chemical resistant gloves, and chemical goggles. Where contact may occur, wear safety glasses with side shields.

WORKPLACE EXPOSURE GUIDELINES: Contains 2.5% - 4.0% Butoxyethanol (CAS# 111-76-2). Under conditions which may generate vapors, control exposures and observe the OSHA PEL of 25ppm and the ACGIH STEL of 75ppm for Butoxyethanol.

Section IX - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
APPEARANCE: Clear light blue
STATE: Liquid
ODOR: Typical cleaner-detergent odor
PERCENT VOLATILE: 99 by weight typical
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 0.996 typical @ 77F, 25C
DENSITY: 8.29 lbs./gal. typical @ 77F, 25C
VISCOSITY: 1 cSt. typical @ 77F, 25C
EVAPORATION RATE, n-Bu Acetate=1: ND, <1 (Water)
VAPOR PRESSURE: ND, 2mm Hg estimated @ 77F, 25C
BOILING POINT: ND, 212F, 100C estimated @ atmospheric
VAPOR DENSITY (Air=1): ND, > 1
FREEZING/MELTING POINT: ND, 26F, -3C estimated
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Miscible

Section X - REACTIVITY
STABILITY: Stable
CONDITIONS TO AVOID INSTABILITY: Do not heat over 212F, 100C to avoid possible boiling

HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATON: Will not occur
CONDITIONS TO AVOID HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: NA
MATERIALS AND CONDITIONS TO AVOID INCOMPATIBILITY: Strong acids or oxidizing agents

HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: If allowed to evaporate to residue, combustion and thermal decomposition may release smoke, fumes, carbon monoxide, and carbon dioxide.

Section XI - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No specific toxicological data are available for this product. Please refer to Section III for available information on potential health effects.

Section XII - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No specific ecological data are available for this product. Please refer to Section VI for information regarding accidental releases and Section XV for regulatory reporting information.

Section XIII - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
PROCEDURE: Incinerate contaminated solids in a chemical incinerator in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations. Please refer to Sections V, VI, and XV for disposal and regulatory information.

Section XIV - TRANSPORT INFORMATION
U. S. DOT PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Not regulated
IMDG PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Not regulated

Section XV - REGULATORY INFORMATION
TSCA: All components comprising this product are listed on the TSCA Inventory.

CERCLA: If this product is accidentally spilled, it is not subject to any special reporting under the requirements of the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA). We recommend you contact local authorities to determine if there may be other local reporting requirements.

SARA TITLE III, Section 311-312: Not regulated
SARA TITLE III, Section 313: Not regulated
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65: This product contains < 2ppm 1,4 Dioxane (CAS# 123-91-1) as a detergent impurity which is a chemical listed on the California List of Known Carcinogens and Reproductive Toxins.

Section XVI - OTHER INFORMATION
HAZARD RATING SYSTEMS: This information is for people trained in: National Paint & Coatings Association's (NPCA) Hazardous Materials Identification System (HMIS) and/or National Fire Protection Association (NFPA 704) Identification of the Fire Hazards of Materials.

NOTE: The information presented herein for this product or its components has been compiled from different supplier sources considered to be dependable and is accurate to the best of our knowledge as to the proper use and handling of this product under normal conditions. However, no representation, warranty, or guarantee is made as to its accuracy, reliability, or completeness. It is the user's responsibility to satisfy himself as to the suitability and completeness of such information for his own particular use. We do not accept liability for any loss or damage that may occur from the use of this information. Any use of this product which is not in conformance with this MSDS or which involves using the product in combination with any other product or any process is the responsibility of the user.

EXPLANATION OF ABBREVIATIONS:
ACGIH - American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
CAS# - Chemical Abstract System No.
DOT -Department Of Transportation
IMDG - International Maritime Dangerous Goods code
NA - Not Applicable
ND - Not Determined
NFPA - National Fire Protection Association
OSHA - Occupational Safety and Health Administration
PEL - Permissible Exposure Limits
ppm - Parts Per Million
SARA - Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act Title I, II, III
STEL- Short Term Exposure Limit
TSCA - Toxic Substances Control Act

This MSDS has been formatted to be consistent with ANSI Standard Z400.1-1993