MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

  May be used to comply with OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard,
  29CFR 1910. 1200. Standard must be consulted for specific requirements.

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  MSDS NO. 074-3
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Section 1 - Company and Chemical Identification
BLIND INDUSTRIES AND SERVICES OF MARYLAND
3345 Washington Blvd.
BALTIMORE, MD 21227
PRODUCT USE: CARPET EXTRACTION SHAMPOO 		EMERGENCY PHONE: 800-535-5053
PHONE: 888-322-4567
DATE: FEBRUARY 22, 2000
Section 2 - Hazardous Ingredients/Identity
Hazardous Component(s) (chemical & common name) OSHA
PEL		 ACGIH
TLV		 Other Exposure
Limits		 %
(optional)		 CAS
No.
Hexylene Glycol 25ppm 125mg/m3   1-5 107-41-5
Tetrasodium Salt of Ethylenediamine-Tetraacetic Acid       1-5 64-02-8
Water (Non hazardous)         7732-18-5
 
 
NPCMA-HMIS Rating:      Health - 2            Flammability - 0            Reactivity - 0            PPE - X
Section 3 - Health Hazard Identification
Acute: Chronic:
Irritation of respiratory tract and skin. None known
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure:
Irritation of respiratory tract and/or skin
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure:
Not determined
Chemical Listed as Carcinogen
or Potential Carcinogen		 National Toxicology
Program		   Yes
   No X		 I.A.R.C   Yes
   No X		 OSHA   Yes
   No X
Section 4 - First Aid Measures
Routes of Entry and Emergency/First Aid Procedures
1. Inhalation:
Remove to fresh air, give artificial respiration if needed and seek medical attention.
2. Eyes:
Surface irritant - flush constantly with water for 15 minutes, seek prompt medical attention.
3. Skin:
Irritant - wash thoroughly with soap and water.
4. Ingestion:
Seek medical attention.
Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures & Data
Flash Point Method Used Flammable Limits
in Air % by Volume		 LEL
Lower		 UEL
Upper
200°F N/AP   N/AP N/AP
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Extinguisher Media:      
N/AP Not flammable      
 
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:
None required
 
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards:
None
 
DOT Hazard Classification:
Not regulated
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled:
Vacuum or mop up.
Waste Disposal Methods (Consult federal, state, and local regulations):
Sewer or approved landfill.
Section 7 - Special Precautions, Handling, and Storage
Precautions to be Taken in Handling and Storage:
Avoid skin and eye contact.
Other Precautions:
Keep out of reach of children. Keep container tightly closed when not in use.
Section 8 - Special Protection Information/Control Measures
Respiratory Protection (Specify Type):
None required for normal usage.
Ventilation: Local Exhaust: Mechanical (General): Special: Other
Cross air ventilation        
Protective Gloves: Eye Protection:
Rubber Splash goggles
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment:
None required
Work/Hygienic Practices:
Wash hands after use and before touching eyes or mouth.
Section 9 - Physical & Chemical Characteristics
Boilling Point: Specific Gravity (H2O): Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): Vapor Density (Air=1):
212°F 1.01 N/AP 1
Solubility in Water: Reactivity in Water: pH:
Complete Nil 10.8
Appearance and Odor: Melting Point:
Peach orange liquid with morning mist fragrance. N/AP
Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
Stability: Unstable Stable Conditions to Avoid:
    X None known
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid):
None known
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
None known
Hazardous Polymerization: May Occur Will Not Occur Conditions to Avoid:
    X None known

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