MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. IDENTIFICATION AND GENERAL INFORMATION
P/N#:
2041-12K
Nomenclature:
Bitrex Fit Test Solution #2
Company Name:
Allegro Industries
Address:1360 Shiloh Church Rd
Piedmont, SC 29673
864-846-8740
Chemtrac: 800-424-9300
2. COMPOSITION
Product Name:
Chemical Name:
Chemical Family:
Synonyms:

Ingredient:
CAS Number:
Percent:
Molecular Weight:
Chemical Formula:
Notes:NFPA CodeH 2
F 1
R 0
O 0

Denatonium benzoate
Ammonium, Benzyldiethyl ((2,6-xylylcarbamoyl)methyl)-, benzoate
N/A
N-[2-[2,6-Dimethylphenyl)amino]-2-oxoethyl]-N, N-diethylbenzenemethanaminium benzoate; Benzenemethanaminium,
N-(2-((2,6-dimethylphenyl)amino)-2-oxoethyl)-N-N-diethyl-, benzoate;((2,6-Xylylcarbamoyl)methyl dietyl benzyl ammonium benzoate
Water
Sodium chloride
Denatonium benzoate
7732-18-5
7647-14-5
3734-33-6
95%
4.8%
< .2%
446.59 g/mole
C28H34N203
N/A

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Inhalation, ingestion.
Routes of Exposure:
N/A
Target Organs:
Chronic Exposure:
Repeated or prolonged exposure is not known to aggravate medical condition.
Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant). Slightly hazardous in case of ingestion, of inhalation.
Acute Exposure:
Aggr. of Pre-Ex Cond:
N/A
Carcinogenic Effects:
Not available.
Mutagenic Effects:
Not available.
Teratongenic Effects:
Not available.
Developmental Toxicity:
Not available.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation:
Skin Contact:
Eye Contact:
Ingestion:

If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention.
In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Remove contaminated clothingand shoes. Cold water may be used. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention.
Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Coldwater may be used. Get medical attention.
Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Iflarge quantities of this material are swallowed, call a physician immediately. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURESAs with most organic solids, fire is possible at elevated temperatures.
Fire Hazards:
Small Fire- Use DRY chemical powder.
Fire Extinguisher:
Large Fire- Use water spray, fog, or foam. Do not use water jet.
See below.
Explosion Hazards:
N/A
Flash Point:
Flammable Limits:
N/A
N/A
Volatile (% by volume):
N/A
Exp. Limits (Vol % in air):
May be combustible at high temperature.
Flammability of Product:
N/A
Auto Ignition Temperature:
N/A
Special Fire Fighting Proc:
N/A
PPE for Fire Fighters:
Products of Combustion:
These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2), nitrogen oxides (NO, NO2…).
Fire Hazards in Presence
Slightly flammable to flammable in presence of heat.
of Various Substances:
Explosion Hazards in Presence Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
of Various Substances:
Risk of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
Fine dust dispersed in air in sufficient concentrations, and in the presence of an ignition source is a potential dust explosion hazard.
Notes:None.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Small Spill- Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water
Procedure for Spill/Leak:on the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional authority requirements.
Large Spill: Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on thecontaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary system.
Waste must be disposed of in accordance with Federal, State, and Local Environmental Control Regulations.
Waste Disposal:
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
Storage:
Precautions:
Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources if ignition. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not ingest.
If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the container or label. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep away fromincompatibles such as oxidizing agents.
5 yrs.
Shelf Life:
Wear suitable protective clothing.
PPE:
None.
Notes:

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8. EXPOSURE CONTROLSPPE:
Personal Protection in Caseof a Large Spill:
Inhalation:
Skin:
Eye:
Ingestion:
Ventilation:
Engineering Controls:

Work/Hygienic Practices:
Exposure Limits:
Notes:
9.

Safety glasses or splash goggles. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Gloves.
Splash goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be used to avoid inhalation ofthe product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE handling this product.
N/A
N/AN/A
N/A
N/A
Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below recommended exposure
limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne contaminants below the exposure
limit.
Wash hands after handling this product.
N/ANone.

PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Color/Appearance/Odor:
Odorless white liquid with a bitter taste.
Boiling Point
N/A
Melting Point
163°C (325.4°F)-170°C
Critical Temperature:
N/A
Specific Gravity (H2O=1):
N/A
Refractive Index:
N/A
Volatility:
N/A
Evaporative Rate :N/A
Vapor Density( Air=1):
N/A
Vapor Pressure:
N/A
Odor Threshold:
N/A
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff:
The product is more soluble in oil; log (oil/water) =0.9
Iconicity (in Water):
N/A
Solubility in Water:
Partially soluble in water. Solubility in water: 45 g/l

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability:
The product is stable.
Instability Temperature:
N/A
Conditions of Instability:
Excess heat, incompatible materials, dust generation.
Incompatibility with
Reactive with oxidizing agents.
Various Substances:
Corrosivity:
Non-corrosive in presence of glass.
Special Remarks on
N/A
Reactivity:
Special Remarks on Corrosivity: N/A
Hazardous Polymerization:Will not occur.

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Inhalation. Ingestion.
Routes of Entry:
Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 508 mg/kg [Rabbit (Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances)].
Toxicity to Animals:
Acute dermal toxicity (LD50): >2000 mg/kg [Rabbit].
N/A
Chronic Effects on Humans:
Other Toxic Effects onHazardous in case of skin contact (irritant). Slightly hazardous in case of ingestion, of inhalation.
Humans:Special Remarks on Toxicity
LD50/Conc 50% Kill:
to Animals:
LD50[Rat] -Route: Oral; Dose: 640 to 841 mg/kg(Information from Johnson Matthey Group)
Special Remarks on Chronic
N/A
Effects on Humans:Special Remarks on otherAcute Potential Health Effects:
Toxic Effects on Humans:
Skin: Causes skin irritation. It may be absorbed through the skin, but not in significant or harmful amounts.
Eyes: Causes eye irritation.
Inhalation: Causes respiratory tract irritation. May cause allergic reaction in susceptible people.
Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed. May cause gastrointestinal tract irritation with nausea, vomiting, diarrhea. May affectbehavior/central nervous system (somnolence, tremor, ataxia). May cause allergic reaction to susceptible people.
N/A
Notes:
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity:
Ecotoxicity in water (LC50): >1000 mg/l 96 hours [Fish(Trout)]
N/A
BOD5 and COD:
Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degration products may arise.
Products of Biodegradation:
Toxicity of the Products
The products of degradation are less toxic than the product itself.
of Biodegradation:
Special Remarks on the
N/A
Products of Biodegradation:

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13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste must be disposed of in accordance in Federal, State, and Local Environmental Control Regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATIONDOT Classification:
Not a DOT controlled material (United States).
N/A
Proper Shipping Name:
N/A
Hazard Class:
N/A
Transport Emergency Card:
N/A
Packing Group:
N/A
UN Number:
N/A
Reportable Quantity:
N/A
Notes:
15. REGULATORY INFORMATIONTSCA 8(b) inventory: Denatonium benzoate
TSCA Registered:
California Proposition 65
California Prop 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to cause cancer which
Warning:
would require a warning under the statue: No products were found.
California Prop 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to cause birth defects
which would require a warning under the statue: No products were found.
EINCS:
This product is on the European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances (EINECS) No. 223-095-2.
Canada:Listed on Canadian Domestic Substance List (DSL)
China:
Listed on National Inventory.
Japan:
Listed on National Inventory. (ENCS)
Korea:
Listed on National Inventory. (KECI)
Philippines:
Listed on National Inventory. (PICCS)
Australia:
Listed on ACIS.
N/A
FDA Approved:
N/A
ICSC:
16. OTHER INFORMATIONOther Special Considerations: Aversive agent and denaturant.
DISCLAIMER: THE INFORMATION FURNISHED HEREIN IS BELIEVED TO BE ACCURATE AND REPRESENTSTHE BEST DATA CURRENTLY AVAILABLE TO US. NO WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED IS MADEAND ALLEGRO INDUSTRIES ASSUMES NO LEGAL RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY RESULTING FROM ITS USE.

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