CASWELL INC
Safety Data Sheet
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SECTION 1: Identification
1.1 Product identifier
Product name Mask-It
Product number MASK
Brand Caswell
1.4 Supplier's details
Name Caswell Inc
Address 7696 Route 31
Lyons, NY 14489
USA
Telephone 315 946 1213
Fax 315 946 4456
email sales@caswellplating.com
1.5 Emergency phone number(s)
Office Hours (9-4ET): 315 946 1213
24 Hour: CHEMTEL US# 1-800-255-3924 Intl# +01-813-248-0585
SECTION 2: Hazard identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
- Flammable liquids (chapter 2.6), Cat. 2
- Acute toxicity, oral (chapter 3.1), Cat. 4
2.2 GHS label elements, including precautionary statements
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Hazard statement(s)
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H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapor
H303 May be harmful if swallowed
H305 May be harmful if swallowed and enters airways
Precautionary statement(s)
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames, and other ignition
sources. No smoking.
P233 Keep container tightly closed.
P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.
P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/…/equipment.
P242 Use only non-sparking tools.
P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse
skin with water/shower.
P370+P378 In case of fire: Use … to extinguish.
P403+P235 Store in a well ventilated place. Keep cool.
P501 Dispose of contents/container to …
P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P301+P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/...
P321 Specific treatment (see … on this label).
P330 Rinse mouth.
P405 Store locked up.
P301+P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/.../if you feel unwell,
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.2 Mixtures
Hazardous components
1. METHYL ETHYL KETONE
Concentration 45 - 60 %
EC no. 201-159-0
CAS no. 78-93-3
Index no. 606-002-00-3
- Flammable liquids (chapter 2.6), Cat. 2
- Serious eye damage/eye irritation (chapter 3.3), Cat. 2
- Specific target organ toxicity following single exposure (chapter 3.8), Cat. 3
H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapor
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness
2. METHYL ISOBUTYL KETONE
Concentration 10 - 25 %
EC no. 203-550-1
CAS no. 108-10-1
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Index no. 606-004-00-4
- Flammable liquids (chapter 2.6), Cat. 2
- Acute toxicity (chapter 3.1), Cat. 4
- Serious eye damage/eye irritation (chapter 3.3), Cat. 2
- Specific target organ toxicity following single exposure (chapter 3.8), Cat. 3
H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapor
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
H332 Harmful if inhaled
H335 May cause respiratory irritation
3. WATER OR OTHER NON-REPORTABLE INGREDIENTS
Concentration 45 - 55 %
CAS no. 7732-18-5
SECTION 4: First-aid measures
4.1 Description of necessary first-aid measures
General advice Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
If inhaled If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial
respiration.
In case of skin contact Rinse with plenty of water. Get medical attention if irritation develops and
persists.
In case of eye contact Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a
physician.
If swallowed Do NOT induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious
person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.
Personal protective equipment for first-aid responders
See section 8
4.2 Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed
na
4.3 Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed, if necessary
na
SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures
5.1 Suitable extinguishing media
Dry chemical, foam, carbon dioxide, water fog.
5.2 Specific hazards arising from the chemical
Vapor will form explosive mixture with air
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5.3 Special protective actions for fire-fighters
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Fire Hazard. Shut off and eliminate all ignition sources.
6.2 Environmental precautions
na
6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Shut off and eliminate all ignition sources. Contain spill and keep from contaminating sewers and waterways.
Recover free product. Add suitable absorbent to spill
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Containers which are opened must be carefully
resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage. Storage class (TRGS 510): Flammable liquids
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Keep away from heat.
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.1 Control parameters
1. 2-Butanone (Methyl ethyl ketone) (CAS: 78-93-3)
PEL (Inhalation): 200 ppm (OSHA)
OSHA Annotated Table Z-1, www.osha.gov
PEL (Inhalation): 590 mg/m3 (OSHA)
OSHA Annotated Table Z-1, www.osha.gov
PEL (Inhalation): 200 ppm, (ST) 300 ppm (Cal/OSHA)
OSHA Annotated Table Z-1, www.osha.gov
REL (Inhalation): 200 ppm, (ST) 300 ppm (NIOSH)
OSHA Annotated Table Z-1, www.osha.gov
2. Hexone (Methyl isobutyl ketone) (CAS: 108-10-1)
PEL (Inhalation): 100 ppm (OSHA)
OSHA Annotated Table Z-1, www.osha.gov
PEL (Inhalation): 410 mg/m3 (OSHA)
OSHA Annotated Table Z-1, www.osha.gov
PEL (Inhalation): 50 ppm, (ST) 75 ppm (Cal/OSHA)
OSHA Annotated Table Z-1, www.osha.gov
REL (Inhalation): 50 ppm, (ST) 75 ppm (NIOSH)
OSHA Annotated Table Z-1, www.osha.gov
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8.2 Appropriate engineering controls
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of
workday.
8.3 Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment (PPE)
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Eye/face protection
Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH
(US) or EN 166(EU).
Skin protection
Wear chemical resistant gloves and clothing.
Body protection
Choose body protection in relation to its type, to the concentration and amount of dangerous substances, and to the
specific work-place., The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount
of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
Respiratory protection
NIOSH/MSHA approved air purifying respirator with an organic vapor cartidge or canister may be permissable
under certain circumstances where airborne concentrations are expected to exceed exposure limits.
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance/form (physical state, color, etc.) Viscous Blue Liquid
Odor Solvent Odor
Odor threshold
pH na
Melting point/freezing point
Initial boiling point and boiling range 180 deg F
Flash point 24 deg F
Evaporation rate 4.6
Flammability (solid, gas) Flammable
Upper/lower flammability limits 1.8-10
Upper/lower explosive limits 10.0
Vapor pressure 85.0
Vapor density 5lb/gal
Relative density 0.75-0.95
Solubility(ies) None
Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water
Auto-ignition temperature Not Established
Decomposition temperature
Viscosity
Explosive properties
Oxidizing properties VOC: 5lb/gal
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SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
Not reactive
10.2 Chemical stability
Stable
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
None Known
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Heat.
10.5 Incompatible materials
Strong Oxidizers and Alkalis
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
May form oxides of carbon and nitrogen
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
LC50 : 1 hr. > 10.7 mg/l in rats
THRESHOLD LIMIT VALUE: 50 ppm
Skin corrosion/irritation
Not establised
Serious eye damage/irritation
Pain, irritant.
Respiratory or skin sensitization
Not establised
Germ cell mutagenicity
Not Known
Carcinogenicity
Not Known
Reproductive toxicity
Not Known
STOT-single exposure
Not Known
STOT-repeated exposure
Not Known
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Aspiration hazard
Not Known
SECTION 12: Ecological information
Toxicity
Not Known
Persistence and degradability
Not Known
Bioaccumulative potential
Not Known
Mobility in soil
Not Known
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
Disposal of the product
Consult appropriate federal and local regulations for disposal. Empty containers are subject to the same regulations.
Disposal of contaminated packaging
Consult appropriate federal and local regulations for disposal. Empty containers are subject to the same regulations.
SECTION 14: Transport information
DOT (US)
UN Number: UN1193
Class: 3
Packing Group: II
Proper Shipping Name: Flammable Liquid (Methyl Ethyl Ketone)
Reportable quantity (RQ):
Marine pollutant:
Poison inhalation hazard:
IMDG
UN Number: UN1193
Class: 3
Packing Group: II
EMS Number:
Proper Shipping Name: Flammable Liquid (Methyl Ethyl Ketone)
IATA
UN Number: UN11193
Class: 3
Packing Group: II
Proper Shipping Name: Flammable Liquid (Methyl Ethyl Ketone)
SECTION 15: Regulatory information
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15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations specific for the product in question
Massachusetts Right To Know Components
Chemical name: Methyl ethyl ketone
CAS number: 78-93-3
New Jersey Right To Know Components
Common name: METHYL ETHYL KETONE
CAS number: 78-93-3
Pennsylvania Right To Know Components
Chemical name: 2-Butanone
CAS number: 78-93-3
Massachusetts Right To Know Components
Chemical name: Methyl isobutyl ketone
CAS number: 108-10-1
New Jersey Right To Know Components
Common name: METHYL ISOBUTYL KETONE
CAS number: 108-10-1
Pennsylvania Right To Know Components
Chemical name: 2-Pentanone, 4-methyl-
CAS number: 108-10-1
HMIS Rating
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HEALTH 1
FLAMMABILITY 3
PHYSICAL HAZARD 0
PERSONAL PROTECTION G
NFPA Rating
SECTION 16: Other information
16.1 Further information/disclaimer
DISCLAIMER: The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best information currently
available to us. However, we make no warranty of merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with
respect to such information, and we assume no liability resulting from its use. Users should make their own
investigation to determine the suitability of information for their particular purposes. In no event shall Caswell Inc be
liable for any claims, losses, or damages of any third party or for lost profits or any special, indirect, incidental,
consequential or exemplary damages, whatsoever arising, even if Caswell Inc has been advised of the possibility of
such damages.
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