MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

  Dura Gloss

  MSDS NO. 168-1

 

Section 1 - PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
BLIND INDUSTRIES AND SERVICES OF MARYLAND
3345 WASHINGTON BLVD
BALTIMORE, MD 21227
TRADE NAME: DURA GLOSS FLOOR FINISH
EMERGENCY PHONE: 800-535-5053
PHONE: 888-322-4567
DATE: JANUARY 1, 2005
PRODUCT TYPE: FLOOR FINISH
Section 2 - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
CHEMICAL NAME/COMMON NAME CAS NUMBER PERCENT (optional) TLV (source)
       
Acrylic Copolymer Mixture   Not Established

Other ingredients in this product are: Less than 1 % by weight or less than 0.1 % for carcinogens Not hazardous Declared to be Trade Secret

Section 3 - PHYSICAL DATA
Boiling Point (F.) Near 212 Specific Gravity (H201.D)       (0,005)      1.020
pH (0-5)      8.5  
Solubility in water      Complete     Insoluble       Emulsifiable (or Dispersible)     Slight (or Partial)
Evaporation Rate (vs. H20)   Faster    Slower    About the Same
 
Appearance and Odor           Milky liquid, characteristic oder.
Slip Resistance
This product meets or exceeds standards for slip resistance (ASTM D 2047-75), but manufacturer/distributor is not responsible for slips or falls when product is used on quarry file, ceramic, brick, marble, stone or other hard irregular floors.
Section 4 - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
FLASH POINT ( T.C.C.)      F. None to Boiling
Flammable Limits      UPPER Unknown      LOWER Unknown
Extinguishing Media       CO2, dry chemical, foam water spray
Special Firefighting Procedures        Do not enter confined fire-spaces without protective clothing and Self-contained air supply.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards        None Known
Section 5 - REACTIVITY DATA
Stability Stable         Incompatibility         Strong oxidizers  
Hazardous Decomposition Products Carbon monoxide and other unidentified gases may occur during incomplete combustion.
Section 6 - HEALTH HAZARDS
Primary Routes of Exposure     Eye     Skin     Oral     Inhalation     Other
Signs and Symptoms of Overexposure            Eyes: redness. Effects of compositionally similar products (typical values): (Acute) Rat Oral LD50>5gm/kg; Rabbit, skin irritation: practically non-irritating. 72 hr.
mean irritation score = 0 to 2; Rabbit, eye irritation: mild to moderate irritation.
Signs and Symptoms of Overexposure (Chronic)          None known
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Overexposure          None known
Carcinogen or Suspected Carcinogen Ingredients       NTP     IARC      OSHA       X NONE
Section 7 - EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES
EYES         Flush immediately with water for at least 15 minutes. If persistent irritation occurs, call a physician.
SKIN        Wash thoroughly with soap and water.
INGESTION         Drink large quantities of milk or water. Call a physician
INHALATION        Remove exposed person to fresh air. Treat symptomatically.
Section 8 - SPECIAL PROTEIN INFORMATION
Respiratory Protection Not needed under normal conditions of use.
Ventilation Requirements     Local Exhaust   X     Mechanical Other
Protective Gloves     N/A     Eye Protection     Safety glasses/goggles       Other Protective Clothing    N/A
Section 9 - SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
Steps to be Taken                Dike and contain spill with suitable absorbent and collect for disposal.
If Released or Spilled            Floors may be slippery. Care should be exercised to avoid falls.
Waste Disposal Methods      Dispose of in accordance with applicable Federal, State and Local ordinances.
Section 10 - STORAGE AND HANDLING INFORMATION
Precautions to be Taken                Product may coagulate. Use with adequate ventilation.
In Handling Storage            Avoid contact with eyes. Wash thoroughly after handling.
The health hazards given in this Material Safety Sheet apply to this product in its concentrated form (as supplied) and may differ significantly at use dilution. The signs and symptoms of overexposure apply only to negligence in handling or misuse of the concentrated product and not to the routine exposure to the product, if diluted, under conditions of ordinary use.