903752-01 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET: USA
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: April 25, 2003
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1.0 IDENTIFICATION /
1.1 Product Name: HARMONY PRESOAK 140
1.2 Product Type: Liquid Solvated Acid Car Wash Detergent
1.3 Hazard Rating: Health: 3 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 # Sulfuric acid 7664-93-9 5 1 1*
(# reportable only as acid aerosol) *ACGIH STEL = 3
2.2 Phosphoric acid 7664-38-2 5 1 1*
*ACGIH STEL = 3
2.3 # 2-Butoxyethanol 111-76-2 10 240 97
(ethylene glycol monobutyl ether) (absorbed through skin)
2.4 Linear alkyl aryl sulfonic acid 27176-87-0 8 No No
2.5 Nonionic and anionic surfactants mixture 5-20 No No
2.6 Also contains <1% quat compounds.
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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: Amber liquid; solvent odor
3.2 Solubility in Water: Mixes with water in all proportions
3.3 pH: 1.2 - 2.2 (at 1%)
3.4 Initial Boiling Point: 212 deg F / 100 deg C
3.5 Specific Gravity: 1.093 @ 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: Not determined. 2-Butoxyethanol flashes at 150F/66C.
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5.0 REACTIVITY DATA /
5.1 Stability: Stable under normal conditions of use and handling.
5.2 Conditions to Avoid: Mix only with water. Reacts with metals; reacts
vigorously with alkaline chemicals. Do not mix with chlorinated
products - will generate chlorine gas. Avoid ignition sources.
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6.0 SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES / WEAR PROPER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
6.1 Cleanup: Dike or dam large spills. Pump to containers or soak up
on inert absorbent. Flush residue or small spills to sanitary sewer.
6.2 Waste Disposal: Consult state/local authority for limits on chemical
waste disposal. Unused product is RCRA corrosive (D002).
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7.0 HEALTH HAZARD DATA / DANGER
7.1 Effects of Overexposure to Concentrate:
Eyes: Corrosive. Causes chemical burns. May cause blindness.
Skin: Corrosive. Causes chemical burns.
If Swallowed: Harmful or fatal. Causes chemical burns of mouth,
throat and stomach.
If Inhaled: Vapors or mist cause irritation, including a burning
taste, sneezing, coughing and difficulty breathing. People with
asthma or other lung problems may be more affected.
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 at once with cool running water. Remove contact lenses
and continue flushing for 15 minutes, holding eyelids apart so as to
rinse entire eye. SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY.
8.2 Skin: Immediately flush skin with plenty of cool running water for
at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Discard or wash before reuse.
8.3 If Swallowed: Rinse mouth at once; then drink 1 or 2 large glasses
of water. DO NOT induce vomiting. NEVER give anything by mouth to
an unconscious person.
8.4 If Inhaled: Immediately move to fresh air.
IMMEDIATELY CALL THE MEDICAL EMERGENCY NUMBER, 1-800-328-0026,
A POISON CONTROL CENTER, OR A PHYSICIAN
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9.0 PROTECTIVE MEASURES /
9.1 FOR CONCENTRATE:
Eyes: Wear chemical splash goggles. For continued or severe
exposure wear a face shield over the goggles.
Skin: Wear any impervious gloves, other protective equipment as
necessary to prevent skin contact.
Respiratory: Avoid breathing mists or vapors of this product.
Note: Provide access to emergency eye wash and shower.
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10.0 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION /
10.1 DOT: CORROSIVE LIQUID, ACIDIC, INORGANIC, N.O.S., (PHOSPHORIC &
SULFURIC ACIDS), 8, UN3264, II
10.2 Purpose of 4/25/2003 issue: Minor formula change; associated edits.
Replaces September 13, 2002 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 in the country of origin. 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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