MSDS 71736

                            MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
                            PRODUCT NO. BL-5, 8, 32, G

 
                  1.  CHEMICAL PRODUCT & COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

 
Product Name:  SPECIAL CEMENT
Manufacturer:  REMA TIP TOP/NO. AMERICA, 119 Rockland Avenue,
               Northvale, NJ 07647
24-Hour Emergency Phone Number: 800-424-9300
 

                             2.  PRODUCT INGREDIENTS

 
CHEMICAL NAME:               CAS NUMBER:          % RANGE:      OSHA PEL:
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* Trichloroethylene          79-01-6              < 92 %        100 ppm TWA
 
Balance of ingredients not rated as hazardous as defined in 29 CFR 1910.1200
 
·   Denotes chemical subject to reporting requirements of Section 313 of Title III 
of the 1986 Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA) and 40 CFR Part 
372. 
 

                            3.  HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

 
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS:
 
EYE:    Liquid in eyes produces pain and irritation with mild temporary damage 
possible. Vapor can irritate eyes. 
 
SKIN:  Prolonged or repeated contact of liquid can cause irritation, defatting 
of skin and dermatitis. Absorption of liquid through intact skin is possible, 
causing systemic poisoning, but this is an unlikely route of significant toxic 
exposure. 
 
INGESTION: Single dose oral toxicity is considered to be low. Small amounts 
swallowed incidental to normal handling operations are not likely to cause 
injury: swallowing amounts larger than that may cause injury. If aspirated 
(liquid enters the lung), may be rapidly absorbed through the lungs and result 
in injury to other body systems. 
 
INHALATION:  Inhalation is the major potential route of exposure. Exposure to 
high concentrations of vapor or mist can cause central nervous system depression
with symptoms of headache, dizziness, stupor, loss of consciousness or death
depending on concentration and duration of exposure. Exposure to high
concentrations can cause irregular heartbeat, cardiac arrest and death. 
Overexposure has been shown to cause adverse effects on the liver, nervous
system and other internal organs. 
 
SYSTEMIC (OTHER TARGET ORGANS): The main ingredient of this product, 
Trichloroethylene, is reported to have caused hearing loss in lab animals upon 
repeated exposure of 2500 ppm or higher. Repeated exposure may cause central or 
possibly even peripheral nervous systems effects: high levels have caused liver 
or kidney effects in lab animals. 
 
CANCER INFORMATION: For Hazard Communication purposes, under OSHA Standard 29 
CFR Part 1910.1200, the main ingredient of this product, Trichloroethylene, is 
listed as a potential carcinogen by IARC. Tumors were observed in mice given 
large doses of Trichloroethylene (TCE). A very low incidence of tumors has been 
observed in male rats at high levels of TCE, which caused reduced survival, 
rending these studies inadequate. Data suggest a nongenotoxic mechanism for 
tumor formation that implies that nontoxic doses of TCE should pose little or 
not carcinogenic hazard. Human data have not established an association between 
TCE exposure and cancer. TCE is not believed to pose a measurable carcinogenic 
risk to man when handled as recommended.
 
TERATOLOGY (BIRTH DEFECTS):  None
 
REPRODUCTIVE EFFECTS: None
 

                                  4.  FIRST AID

 
EYES: Irrigate with flowing water immediately and continuously for 15 minutes 
while frequently lifting the upper and lower eyelids. If irritation persists, 
consult medical personnel. 
 
INGESTION:  Do not induce vomiting. Call a physician and/or transport to 
emergency facility immediately. 
 
SKIN;  Wash off in flowing water or shower. Wash contaminated clothing before 
reuse. 
 
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. 
If breathing is difficult, qualified personnel should administer oxygen. Call a 
physician or transport to medical facility.
 
NOTE TO PHYSICIAN; Chlorinated hydrocarbons may sensitize the heart to 
epinephrine and other circulating catecholamines so that arrhythmias may occur.
Careful consideration of this potential adverse effect should precede 
administration of epinephrine or other cardiac stimulants and the selection of 
bronchodilators. 
 

                            5.  FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

 
FLAMMABLE PROPERTIES: Flash Point > 200? F Method used - TOC, TCC & COC. 
Autoignition Temperatures - 788?F.
 
FLAMMABLE LIMITS; LFL = 8% @ 212?F: 8% @ 77?F: UFL = 44.8% @ 212?F: 10.5% @ 
77?F. 
 
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS:  During a fire, smoke may contain the original 
material in addition to unidentified toxic and/or irritating compounds. 
Hazardous combustion products may include and are not limited to hydrogen 
chloride. Hazardous combustion products may include trace amounts of phosgene, 
chlorine.
 
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Water fog or fine spray. Carbon dioxide chemical. Foam, 
Water fog, applied gently may be used as a blanket for fire extinguishment. 
 
FIRE FIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS:  Keep people away. Isolate fire area and deny 
unnecessary entry. Contain fire run-off if possible. Fire water run-off, if not 
contained may cause environmental damage. Use water spray to cool fire exposed 
containers and fire affected zone until fire is out and danger of resignation 
has passed. Immediately withdraw all personnel from area in case of rising sound 
from venting safety device or discoloration of the container. Move container 
from fire area if this is possible without hazard. Stay upwind. Keep out of low 
areas where gases (fumes) can accumulate. Eliminate ignition source. 
 
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIRE FIGHTERS: Wear positive-pressure self-contained 
breathing apparatus (SCBA) and protective fire fighting clothing (includes fire 
fighting helmet, coat, pants, boots and gloves). If protection equipment is not 
available or not used, fight fire from a protected location or safe distance.
 

                         6.  ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

 
In case of accidental release of a large volume of this product, clear all 
personnel from area. Do not breathe vapors. Ventilate area of leak or spill. 
Wear protective equipment including positive pressure self-contained or air 
supplied breathing apparatus. Follow confined space entry procedures if 
applicable, ASTM-D-4276 and OSHA 29CFR 1910.146. Contain liquid to prevent 
contamination of soil, surface water or groundwater. Material is heavier than 
water and has limited water solubility. It will collect on the lowest surface. 
For large spills: contain liquid: transfer to properly labeled closed metal 
containers. For small spills: mop or soak up immediately. Place in properly 
labeled metal containers. Notify National Response Center (800-424-8802) of 
uncontained releases to the environment in excess of the Reportable Quantity 
(RQ). For all transportation accidents, call CHEMTREC at 800-424-9300.
 

                              7.  HANDLING & STORAGE

 
HANDLING:  Very large quantities of these packages, if mishandled, may 
accumulate enough liquid or vapor to cause a harmful atmosphere: however, the 
probability of this type of release is quite small. If large numbers of these 
containers are opened, releasing the contents, evacuate the area and call for 
emergency personnel.
 
STORAGE:  Keep packaged in original, labeled containers until use. Store in 
cool, dry place. Do not store in aluminum, zinc, aluminum alloys and plastic 
containers. Do not remove or deface label. Prevent water or moist air from 
entering containers. Do not reuse container without recycling or reconditioning 
in accordance with any applicable Federal, State or local laws. Do not use 
cutting or welding torches, open flames, or electric arcs on empty or full 
containers. 
 

                     8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

 
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Provide general and/or local exhaust ventilation to control airborne levels to 
below exposure guidelines.
 
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
 
EYE/FACE PROTECTION: Wear safety glasses. Contact lenses should not be exposed. 
Chemical goggles and/or face shields should be worn when splashing is a 
possibility. If vapor exposure causes eye discomfort, use a full-face 
respirator. 
 
SKIN PROTECTION: Wear solvent-resistant gloves such as Viton, polyvinyl alcohol, 
or equivalent. Solvent resistant boots, apron, headgear and/or face shield 
should be worn where splashing is a possibility. 
 
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Atmospheric levels should be maintained below the 
exposure guideline. In the unlikely event where vapor concentration exceeds or 
is likely to exceed the OSHA PEL, a NIOSH-approved, continuous flow supplied 
air-respirator, hood or helmet is acceptable. A NIOSH approved self-contained 
breathing apparatus or supplied-air respirator, with full-face piece, is 
required for vapor concentrations above 625 ppm. A NIOSH approved  
self-contained positive pressure breathing apparatus, with full facepiece, is 
required for spills and/or emergencies. For emergencies in confined or poorly 
ventilated areas, call for properly trained emergency personnel. 
 
EXPOSURE GUIDELINE(s): REMA TIP/TOP USA recommends that its customers minimize 
employee exposure. REMA therefore suggests that its customers consider adopting 
the lower of the current OSHA PEL or the ACGIH TLV's for the purpose of 
evaluating employee exposures. The TLV's recommended by the ACGIH have been 
updated on a continuing basis. ACGIH TLV (8 hr) is 50 ppm: 100 ppm STEL. OSHA 
PEL is 100 ppm (8hr) TWA: 200 ppm Ceiling.  ACGIH Biological Exposure Indices: 
Blood = 4 mg/L: Urine =100 mg/g creatinine. 
 

                        9.  PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

 
APPEARANCE:  blue liquid.
 
ODOR: Mildly sweet, ether-like odor. Irritating odor at high temperatures. Odor 
Threshold = 60 ppm.
 
BOILING POINT: 188?f
 
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: 0.1 gm/100gm @ 77?F.
 
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 1.45 @ 77?F
 
VAPOR PRESSURE: 58 mmHg @ 20?C
 
% VOLATILE BY VOLUME: 82%
 

                           10.  STABILITY & REACTIVITY

 
INCOMPATIBILITY WITH OTHER MATERIALS: Product is stable under recommended 
storage conditions.  Materials to avoid are strong alkalies, oxidizers, barium, 
lithium, magnesium and titanium. Avoid open flames and welding arcs, which can 
cause thermal degradation. 
 
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:  Will not occur. 
 
DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Hazardous decomposition products may include and are not 
limited to hydrogen chloride and trace amounts of chlorine and phosgene (Intense 
heat of fire)
 

                          11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

 
ACUTE TOXICITY
 
INHALATION: 200 ppm causes mild eye irritation. 400 ppm causes slight eye 
irritation and minimal light-headedness after 3 hours. 1,000-1,200 ppm after 6 
minutes causes eye and nasal irritation, light-headedness and dizziness. 2,000 
ppm cannot generally be tolerated, is irritating to the eyes and respiratory 
tract and causes drowsiness, dizziness and nausea within 5 minutes. Ventricular 
arrhythmias and very rapid respiration have been observed in individuals exposed 
to 15,000 ppm. High concentrations or prolonged overexposure can cause 
unconsciousness and death. 
 
CHRONIC TOXICITY
 
Chronic overexposure to the ingredient Trichloroethylene has caused toxic 
effects in the liver, lymphatic system (one species), kidney and cardiovascular 
system of experimental animals. Humans exposed to Trichloroethylene can become 
intolerant to ethyl alcohol, with small quantities causing inebriation and skin 
blotches. Reports have been published associating increased incidences of 
scieroderma (systemic scierosis) with exposure to Trichloroethylene. The finding 
of chronic toxic effects in lab animals may indicate toxicity to humans. 
Overexposure should be avoided: failure to do so could result in illness, injury 
or even death depending on the level and duration of exposure. 
 

                           12.  DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

 
DISPOSAL:  Do not dump into any sewers, on the ground, or into any body of 
water. All disposal methods must be in compliance with all Federal, 
State/Provincial and local laws and regulations. Regulations may vary in 
different locations. Waste characterizations and compliance with applicable laws 
are the responsibility of the waste generator. 
 
UNUSED & UNCONTAMINATED PRODUCT: The preferred options include sending to a 
licensed, permitted recycler, reclaimer, incinerator or other thermal 
destruction device 
 

                            13.  TRANSPORT INFORMATION

 
DOT SHIPPING DESCRIPTION (40 CRF 172.101): Trichloroethylene, 6.1, UN 1710, PG 
III, RQ
 
DOT PLACARD (WHEN REQUIRED): POISON, 1710, Class 6
 
DOT SHIPPING LABEL (WHEN REQUIRED): POISON, Class 6
 
DOT EXCEPTIONS; DOT Paragraphs 172.153 & 172.202
 
ALTERNATE SHIPPING ARRANGEMENTS:  Based on package or shipping container size, 
this product may be shipped as a, "Limited Quantity", or, renamed, "Consumer 
Commodity" and reclassed as, "ORM-D" Material. 
 
IMO REQUIREMENTS: EmS No. = 6.1-02  MFAG Table No. = 340  
IMDG Code Page: 6273
 
ICAO/IATA: 6.1
 

                           14.  REGULATORY INFORMATION

 
NOTICE; The information herein is presented in good faith and believed to be 
accurate as of the effective date shown above. However, no warranty, express or 
implied is given. Regulatory requirements are subject to change and may differ 
from one location to another. It is the buyer's responsibility to ensure that 
its activities comply with Federal, State or provincial, and local laws. The 
following specific information is made for the purpose of complying with 
numerous laws and regulations. 
 
US FEDERAL REGULATIONS
 
SARA 313 INFORMATION: Components identified with an asterisk (*) in Section 2 
are subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of Title III of the 
Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 and 40 CFR Part 372.
 
SARA HAZARD CATEGORY:  This product has been reviewed according to the EPA 
"Hazard Categories" promulgated under Sections 311 and 312 of SARA Title III and 
is considered, under applicable definitions, to meet the following categories.   
    
 
                                                IMMEDIATE HEALTH HAZARD
                                                DELAYED HEALTH HAZARD
 
COMPREHENSIVE ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSE COMPENSATION AND LIABILITY ACT (CIRCLA):
This product contains the following substance listed as "Hazardous Substances" 
under CERCLA, which may require reporting of releases:
 
CATEGORY CHEMICAL NAME:          CAS NUMBER         RQ       % IN PRODUCT:
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Trichloroethylene                79-01-6            1,00#    92%
 
TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT (TSCA):   All ingredients are listed on the TSCA 
inventory.
 
OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION STANDARD: This product is a "Hazardous Chemical" as 
defined by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200.
 
STATE RIGHT-TO-KNOW: The following product component(s) are cited on certain 
State lists as mentioned. Non-listed components  may be shown in the composition 
section of the MSDS.
 
CHEMICAL NAME:                 CAS NUMBER:     LIST:
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Trichloroethylene              79-01-6         NJ, NYC, PA
 
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65: The following statement is made in order to comply 
with the California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986:  
"WARNING - THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS A CHEMICAL KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO 
CAUSE CANCER."
 
CANADIAN REGULATIONS
 
WHMIS INFORMATION;  The Canadian Workplace Hazardous Materials Information 
System (WHMIS) Classification for this product is:
D1B - Poisonous substance defined by TDG regulations
D2A - Possible, probable or known human carcinogen according to classifications 
by IARC or ACGIH
D2B - Eye or skin irritant
 
CPR STATEMENT:  This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard 
criteria of the Canadian Controlled Products Regulations (CPR) and the MSDS 
contains all the information required by the CPR.
 
HAZARDOUS PRODUCTS ACT INFORMATION: This product contains the following 
ingredient(s) which are Controlled Products and/or on the Ingredient Disclosure 
List (Canadian HPA section 13 & 14):
 
COMPONENTS:           CAS #       AMOUNT (% W/W)
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Trichloroethylene     79-01-6     92%
 
EUROPE:  EINECS No. = 201-167-4
 

                              15.  OTHER INFORMATION

 
NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA) RATINGS:
 
Health = 2        Flammability = 1           Reactivity = 0
 
MEDICAL EMERGENCIES:  FOR ANY OTHER INFORMATION:
 
Call CHEMTREC 24 hours a               REMA TIP TOP/NO. AMERICA
Day for emergency information          119 Rockland Ave.
800-424-9300                           NORTHVALE, NJ  07647
201-768-8100
NOTICE: REMA TIP/TOP USA believes that the information contained on this 
material safety data sheet is accurate. The suggested procedures are based on 
experience as of the date of publication. They are not necessarily all-inclusive 
nor fully adequate in every circumstance. Also, the suggestions should not be 
confused with nor followed in violation of applicable laws, regulations, rules 
or insurance requirements. 
 
NO WARRANTY IS MADE, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, OF MERCHANTABILITY,
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE

The information contained in this MSDS was obtained from current and reliable sources, however, the data is provided without any warrenty, expressed or implied, regarding its correctness or accuracy. Since the conditions or handling, storage and disposal of this product are beyond the control of Imperial Supplies LLC, Imperial will not be responsible for loss, injury, or expense arising out of the products improper use. No warranty, expressed or inferred, regarding the product described in this MSDS shall be created or inferred by any statement in this MSDS. Various government agencies may have specific regulations regarding the transportation, handling, storage, use, or disposal of this product which may not be covered by this MSDS. The user is responsible for full compliance.

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