945717 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
MEDICAL EMERGENCIES ONLY (24 Hour Service): 1-800-328-0026
Medical Calls from Outside of the USA: 1-651-222-5352
Ecolab Vehicle Care Division
Ecolab Center St. Paul MN 55102
Product Information: 1-877-ECOWASH Issue Date: November 2, 2000
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1.0 IDENTIFICATION /
1.1 Product Name: COLD WAX
1.2 Product Type: Drying Agent and Shine Enhancer
1.3 Hazard Rating: Health: 1 Fire: 1 Reactivity: 0
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Substances Subject to SARA 313 Reporting Are Indicated by "#"
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2.0 HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS / (in mg/m3)
CAS No. % PEL TWA
2.1 # 2-Butoxyethanol 111-76-2 6 240 97
(ethylene glycol monobutyl ether) (absorbed through skin)
2.2 Mineral seal oil 64742-30-9 20-50 5* 5*
*as mist
2.3 Isopropyl alcohol (2-propanol, IPA) 67-63-0 1-5 980 491*
*ACGIH STEL = 984
2.4 Cationic surfactants mixture 5-20 No No
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STEL = ACGIH short term exp. limit (15 min) PEL = OSHA 8 hr ave in air
TWA = ACGIH 8 hr average C = ceiling limit in air, do not exceed
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3.0 PHYSICAL DATA /
3.1 Appearance: Clear yellow liquid; slight cherry/ammonia mixed odor
3.2 Solubility in Water: Dispersible
3.3 pH: 7.0 - 10.0 (1%)
3.4 Initial Boiling Point: 212 deg F / 100 deg C
3.5 Specific Gravity: 0.918 @ 68 deg F / 20 deg C
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4.0 FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA /
4.1 Special Fire Hazards: May flash, but does not support combustion.
4.2 Fire Fighting Methods: Use method appropriate for surrounding fire.
4.3 Flash Point: Product does not flash to boiling point. (COC)
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5.0 REACTIVITY DATA /
5.1 Stability: Stable under normal conditions of use and handling.
5.2 Conditions to Avoid: Extreme high temperatures, ignition sources, or
hot surfaces. Also avoid strong acids, oxidizers.
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6.0 SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES / USE PROPER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
6.1 Cleanup: Dike or dam large spills. Recover free liquid. Add
absorbent to spill area.
6.2 Waste Disposal: Consult state/local authorities for limits on
chemical waste disposal.
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7.0 HEALTH HAZARD DATA /
7.1 Effects of Overexposure to Concentrate:
Eyes: Causes moderate irritation, no permanent damage.
Skin: Repeated or prolonged exposure may defat skin and cause
irritation, dermatitis.
If Swallowed: Harmful. Pulmonary aspiration hazard if swallowed and
vomiting occurs. (see line 8.3)
If Inhaled: High vapor/aerosol concentrations (>1000ppm) cause eye
and respiratory tract irritation. May cause headache, dizziness,
anesthesia, drowsiness, other central nervous system effects.
7.2 Note: In rats and mice, heavy doses of 2-butoxyethanol damage red
blood cells, which in turn can injure the liver, kidney and spleen.
These effects have not been observed in humans.
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8.0 FIRST AID /
8.1 Eyes: Flush with cool running water. Remove contact lenses and
continue flushing for 15 minutes.
8.2 Skin: Flush skin with water; wash with soap and water. Remove
and wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
8.3 If Swallowed: Rinse mouth; then drink 1 or 2 large glasses of
water. DO NOT induce vomiting. In case of nausea or spontaneous
vomiting, keep head below hips. NEVER give anything by mouth to
an unconscious person.
8.4 If Inhaled: Immediately move to fresh air. If breathing is difficult
administer oxygen, if breathing stopped give artificial respiration.
IF SWALLOWED, CALL THE ECOLAB EMERGENCY NUMBER IMMEDIATELY
(1-800-328-0026) ; IN CASE OF PERSISTENT EYE OR SKIN IRRITATION,
CALL A POISON CONTROL CENTER OR PHYSICIAN
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9.0 PROTECTIVE MEASURES /
9.1 FOR CONCENTRATE:
Eyes: Wear chemical splash goggles.
Skin: Wear any impervious glove.
Respiratory: Ventilate to maintain air levels below exposure limits.
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10.0 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION /
10.1 DOT: Not Regulated.
10.2 Purpose of 11/2/2000 issue: Add line 1.3, 10.1; QC and editorial
update. Replaces May 27, 1998 issue.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
The above information is believed to be correct with respect to the
formula used to manufacture the product. As data, standards and
regulations change, and conditions of use and handling are beyond our
control, NO WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, IS MADE AS TO THE
COMPLETENESS OR CONTINUING ACCURACY OF THIS INFORMATION.
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