MSDS - Ashburn Chemical Technologies

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETDEFOAMERI. PRODUCT AND MANUFACTURER INFORMATIONProduct nameDEFOAMERChemical nameSilicone Antifoam EmulsionSynonymsNACAS numberNAManufacturerAshburn Chemical Technologies7403 Wright RdHouston, TX 77041Emergency phone numberGeneral Information 832-399-1000Date of last revision 8/15/11II. HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTSUSA: 800-424-9300 (CHEMTREC)Outside USA: 703-527-3887 (CHEMTREC)HAZARDOUSCOMPONENTCASNUMBER%OptionalOSHAPELACGIHTLVCHEMICAL AND/ORCOMMON NAME(S)No Hazardous IngredientsNONEIII. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICSBoiling point @ 760 mm Hg212 FVapor pressure at 20 °CNDVapor density (air = 1)NDSolubility in waterDISPERSIBLEAppearance and colorCLOUDY WHITE LIQUIDSpecific gravity (H 2 O = 1.0) 1.00pH Aqueous 6.8Freezing Point30 FEvaporation rate (butyl acetate = 1) < 1IV. FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATACombustible/Not combustibleNot combustibleFlammable/Not flammableNot flammablePyrophoric/Not pyrophoricNot pyrophoricExplosive/Not explosiveNot explosiveFlash point (test method)NAFlammable limits (in Air % by volume) ND ND NDExtinguishing mediaFoam carbon dioxide dry chemicalSpecial fire-fighting procedures or equipmentPrevent human exposure to fire, fumes, smoke, and productsof combustion. Evacuate non-essential personnel.Firefighters should wear full face SCBA and imperviousclothing.Unusual fire and explosion hazardsNone KnownB-499_ DEFOAMER msds.doc Page 1 of 3

V. REACTIVITY DATAMaterial is stable/unstableConditions to avoidIncompatibility (materials to avoid)Hazardous decomposition or by-productsHazardous polymerization will/will not occurStableInorganic acids and basesInorganic acids and basesCarbon monoxide, Misc. organic compounds, some possiblytoxic.Will not occurVI. HEALTH HAZARD DATAThreshold limit valuePrimary route(s) of entryKnown Hazards Under 29 CFR 1910.1200Mutagenic (genetic defects)ReproductiveSystemicTeratogenic (birth defects)Carcinogen listed in:NTP (National Toxicology Program)IARC MonographsOSHASigns and symptoms of exposureInhalationSkin contactEye contactIngestionEmergency first aid proceduresInhalationSkin contactEye contactIngestionMedical conditions generally aggravated byexposureNotes to physicianNoneNoneNoneNoneNONONONo hazard expected in normal use.No hazard expected in normal use.May cause mild irritation.May cause irritation.Remove to fresh air, if not breathing give artificial respiration, if breathing isdifficult give oxygen. Call physician.Immediately flush with water for 15 minutes, remove contaminated clothing.Thoroughly clean articles before reuse. Call physician.Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for 15 minutes while holdingeyelids open. Call physician.If swallowed do not induce vomiting unless instructed by a physician. Ifvomiting occurs spontaneously, keep head below the hips to preventbreathing of vomit into lungs. Call a physician or poison controlimmediately.None currently known.VII. PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USESteps to take if released or spilledSoak with inert absorbent, sweep, shovel, or pick up and return to dry cleancontainer.Waste disposal methodDispose of in a manner consistent with local, state, and federal regulations.Precautions for handling and storing Wear Protective clothing and equipment. Avoid prolonged or repeatedcontact with skin. Use with adequate ventilation.Other precautionsHazard ratingsNFPAHealth 0Flammability 0Reactivity 0Personal protectionB-499_ DEFOAMER msds.doc Page 2 of 3

VIII. CONTROL MEASURESProtective gloves (type and material)Eye protectionOther protective clothing or equipmentRespiratory protection (specify type)Ventilation and conditionsLocalMechanicalOtherSpecialWork/hygienic practicesImpervious GlovesSafety GlassesNone normally required.May be required.General ventilation is usually adequate.Safety shower, eyewash station, and washing facilities should be readilyavailableWash hands thoroughly after use and before eating. Wash contaminatedclothing before reuse.IX. ADDITIONAL REGULATORY INFORMATIONSARA hazard category (Section 311 and NONE312 of the Superfund Amendment andReauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA TitleIII)Toxic chemical(s) subject to the supplier NONEnotification requirements of section 313 ofthe Superfund Amendment andReauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA) andthe requirements of 40 CFR part 372Ingredient(s) regulated under the Clean Air NONEAct Section 112 hazardous air pollutantsand subject to all reporting requirements ofCERCLA (Superfund)NA – not applicable NR – not reported ND – not determined NE – not established UN – unknownThe information presented in this MSDS has been compiled from sources deemed reliable. This MSDS is presented in goodfaith and believed to be accurate as of the effective date shown above. No warranty, expressed or implied, is given.Regulatory requirements are subject to change and may differ from one location to another. It is the responsibility of thebuyer to insure compliance with federal, state, provincial and local laws and regulations.B-499_ DEFOAMER msds.doc Page 3 of 3