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# MaterialSafetyDataSheet Issue Date: 08-JUL-2011 Supercedes: 21-APR-2011 

## METCLEARMR2416 

# 1 Identification Identificationofsubstanceorpreparation METCLEARMR2416 ProductApplicationArea Depositcontrolagent Company/UndertakingIdentification GEBetz, Inc. 4636Somerton Road Trevose, PA 19053 T215355-3300, F2159535524 EmergencyTelephone (800)877-1940 PreparedbyProductStewardshipGroup:T215-355-3300 Preparedon:08-JUL-2011 

# 2 Hazard(s)identification
******************************************************************************** EMERGENCY OVERVIEW WARNING May cause moderate irritation to the skin. Severe irritant to the eyes. Mists/aerosols may cause irritation to upper respiratory tract. DOT hazard is not applicable Odor: Slight; Appearance: Yellow, Liquid Fire fighters should wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus(full face-piece type), Proper fire-extinguishing media: dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam or water 

## ******************************************************************************** POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS ACUTE SKIN EFFECTS: Primary route of exposure; May cause moderate irritation to the skin, ACUTE EYE EFFECTS: Severe irritant to the eyes. ACUTE RESPIRATORY EFFECTS: Mists/aerosols may cause irritation to upper respiratory tract.



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### INGESTION EFFECTS: May cause gastrointestinal irritation. 

### TARGET ORGANS: No evidence of potential chronic effects. 

### MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED: Not known. 

### SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE: May cause redness or itching of skin, irritation, and/or tearing of eyes (direct contact)

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# 3 CompositionI

# informationon ingredients

Information for specific product ingredients as required by the U.S. OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION STANDARD is listed, Refer to additional sections of this MSDS for our assessment of the potential hazards of this formulation. 

### HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS: Cas# Chemical Name Range(w/w%) 

### * (E530)AROMATIC HETEROCYCLE;TSRN 125438

- 11820 Irritant (eyes) 

### * 

# 4 First-aidmeasures

SKIN CONTACT: Wash thoroughly with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing. Thoroughly wash clothing before reuse. Get medical attention if irritation develops or persists. 

### EYE CONTACT: Remove contact lenses, Hold eyelids apart. Immediately flush eyes with plenty of low-pressure water for at least 15 minutes. Get immediate medical attention. 

### INHALATION: If nasal, throat or lung irritation develops

- remove to fresh air and get medical attention. 

### INGESTION: Do not feed anything by mouth to an unconscious or convulsive victim. Do not induce vomiting. Immediately contact physician. Dilute contents of stomach using 2-8 fluid ounces (60-240 mL) of milk or water. 

### NOTES TO PHYSICIANS: No special instructions 

# 5 Fire-fightingmeasures

SubstanceorPreparation:METCLEARMR24t6 Page2FIRE FIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS: Fire fighters should wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (full face-piece type). 

### EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam or water HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: oxides of carbon, nitrogen and sulfur FLASH POINT: 

### > 

### 200F > 

### 93C P-M(CC} 

# 6 Accidentalreleasemeasures

PROTECTION AND SPILL CONTAINMENT: Ventilate area. Use specified protective equipment. Contain and absorb on absorbent material. Place in waste disposal container. Flush area with water. Wet area may be slippery. Spread sand/grit. DISPOSAL INSTRUCTIONS: Water contaminated with this product may be sent to a sanitary sewer treatment facility,in accordance with any local agreement,a permitted waste treatment facility or discharged under a permit. Product as is

- Incinerate or land dispose in an approved landfill. 

# 7 Handlingandstorage

HANDLING: Alkaline. Do not mix with acidic material. STORAGE: Shelf life = 360 days. Store above 40F ( 4C). Keep containers closed when not in use. Reasonable and safe chemical storage. Protect from freezing. Store away from acids. Do not store in aluminum containers. 

# 8 ExposurecontrolsI

# personalprotection

EXPOSURE LIMITS CHEMICAL NAME (E530)AROMATIC HETEROCYCLE;TSRN 125438

- 11820 PEL (OSHA) : LIMITS HAVE NOT BEEN ESTABLISHED BY US OSHA. TLV (ACGIH): LIMITS HAVE NOT BEEN ESTABLISHED BY ACGIH. 

### ENGINEERING CONTROLS: adequate ventilation PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Use protective equipment in accordance with 29CFR 1910 Subpart I RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: A RESPIRATORY PROTECTION PROGRAM THAT MEETS OSHA'S 29 CFR 1910.134 AND ANSI Z88,2 REQUIREMENTS MUST BE FOLLOWED WHENEVER WORKPLACE CONDITIONS WARRANT A RESPIRATOR'S USE. USE AIR PURIFYING RESPIRATORS WITHIN USE LIMITATIONS ASSOCIATED WITH THE EQUIPMENT OR ELSE USE SUPPLIED AIR-RESPIRATORS. If air-purifying respirator use is appropriate, use a respirator with dust/mist filters. SKIN PROTECTION: neoprene gloves-- Wash off after each use. Replace as



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### necessary. EYE PROTECTION: splash proof chemical goggles 

# 9 Physicalandchemicalproperties

Spec. Grav.(70F,21C) 1.133 Freeze Point (F) 25 Freeze Point (C) -4 Viscosity(cps 70F,21C) 10 Odor Appearance Physical State Flash Point P-M(CC) pH As Is (approx.) Evaporation Rate (Ether=1) Percent VOC: Vapor Pressure (mmHG) Vapor Density (air=l) %

### Solubility (water) Slight Yellow Liquid 

### > 200F > 93C 12.4 < 

### 1.00



### NO NA = 

### not applicable ND 

### not determined 

# 10 Stabilityand reactivity

CHEMICAL STABILITY: Stable under normal storage conditions. POSSIBILITY OF HAZARDOUS REACTIONS: - 18.0 

### < 1.00

100.0

Contact with strong acids may cause a violent reaction releasing heat. INCOMPATIBILITIES: May react with acids or strong oxidizers. DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: oxides of carbon, nitrogen and sulfur 

# 11 Toxicologicalinformation

Oral LD50 RAT: Dermal LD50 RAT: Eye Irritation Score RABBIT: Ames Assay : 

# 12 Ecological information
AQUATIC TOXICOLOGY 7,878 mg/kg >2,000 mg/kg IRRITANT NEGATIVE

Daphnia magna 48 Hour Static Renewal Bioassay No Effect Level= 1140; 5% Mortality= 2000 mg/1 Golden Orfe 96 Hour Static Renewal Bioassay No Effect Level= 1500 mg/L BIODEGRADATION No Data Available. 

# 13 Disposalconsiderations

SubstanceorPreparation:METCLEARMR2416 Page4If this undiluted product is discarded as a waste, the US RCRA hazardous waste identification number is : Not applicable. Please be advised; however, that state and local requirements for waste disposal may be more restrictive or otherwise different from federal regulations. Consult state and local regulations regarding the proper disposal of this material. 

# 14 Transportinformation
Transportation Hazard: Not Applicable DOT: Not Regulated DOT EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE 

### #: Not applicable Note: Some containers may be DOT exempt, please check SOL for exact container classification IATA: Not Regulated IMDG: Not Regulated 

# 15 Regulatoryinformation

TSCA: All components of this product are included on or are in compliance with the U.S. TSCA regulations. CERCLA AND/OR SARA REPORTABLE QUANTITY (RQ) : No regulated constituent present at OSHA thresholds NSF Registered and/or meets USDA (according to 1998 Guidelines): Registration number: Not Registered SARA SECTION 312 HAZARD CLASS: Irnmediate(acute) SARA SECTION 302 CHEMICALS: No regulated constituent present at OSHA thresholds SARA SECTION 313 CHEMICALS: No regulated constituent present at OSHA thresholds CALIFORNIA REGULATORY INFORMATION CALIFORNIA SAFE DRINKING WATER 

### AND TOXIC ENFORCEMENT ACT (PROPOSITION 65) : No regulated constituents present MICHIGAN REGULATORY INFORMATION No regulated constituent present at OSHA thresholds 

# 16 Otherinformation

HMIS vii Health Fire Reactivity Special (1) Protective Equipment 2 0 0 NONE 8



### SubstanceorPreparation:METCLEARMR2416 CODE TRANSLATION Moderate Hazard Minimal Hazard Minimal Hazard No special Hazard Goggles,Gloves



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### SubstanceorPreparation:METCLEARMR2416 SUPERCEDES 

### ** NEW 

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