MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
PRODUCT NAME:
DATE REVISED:
POLYFOAMER
APRIL 27, 2009
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PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Trade Name POLYFOAMER
Chemical Name ALKYL ETHER SULFATE BLEND
Department of Transportation (DOT) Classification- Not Regulated
INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
CAS #
Chemical Name
Mixture
Alklyl Ether Sulfate Blend
Isopropanol
PROPERTIES:
Appearance
Odor
Specific gravity
Bulk density
pH
yellow liquid
mild alcohol
1.01
29.07 lb/ft3
7-8 (50g/L)
Percent
20-40
2-5
Solubility in water at 20oC
Flash point
Melting Point
% Volatiles
soluble
>200oF
ND
ND
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
Swallowing: Acute Effects May be harmful if swallowed
Skin Absorption: Acute Effects Harmful effects are not expected from short periods of contact
Inhalation: Acute Effects Vapor May cause irritation
Skin Contact: Acute Effects Prolonged Contact May cause irritation
Eye Contact: Acute Effects Causes moderate to severe irritation
POTENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS
This product is expected to be moderately toxic to aquatic organisms.
FIRST AID MEASTURES
Swallowing: Do not induce vomiting. If a large quantity (50 ml or more) has been swallowed, and if
patient is fully conscious, give two glasses of water. Obtain medical attention immediately.
Skin: Immediately flush skin thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated
clothing and shoes. Obtain medical attention if irritation persists.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Give artificial respiration if knot breathing. Obtain medical attention
Eye Contact: Immediately flush eyes with water and continue washing for at least 15 minutes. Obtain
medical attention.
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FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flash Point: >200oF
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Evacuate all personnel from danger area. Be aware, extinguished fires
have the potential to reignite in an explosive manner. Do not discharge extinguishing waters into streams,
rivers, and lakes.
Special Protective Equipment for Fire Fighters: Self-contained breathing apparatus with full face-piece
operated in positive pressure mode.
Extinguishing media: Water fog, dry chemical, CO2, alcohol resistant foam, water spray
Unusual fire and explosion hazards: Vapors from this material may settle in low or confined areas or
travel a long distance to an ignition source and flash back explosively. Col containers with water; they
could explode if subjected to high heat.
ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precautions: Wear suitable protective equipment
Environmental Hazards: May be harmful to aquatic life. Dike area of spill to prevent spreading and
pump liquid to salvage tank. Prevent from entering sewers or drains. Should this product enters sewers or
drains, it should be pumped out into an open vessel. Emergency services may need to be called to assist in
this operation.
Methods for cleaning up: Eliminate sources of ignition. Evacuate unnecessary personnel
Danger! Forms explosive mixture with air. Immediately evacuate all personnel from danger area. Use
self-contained breathing apparatus where needed. Remove all sources of ignition if without risk. Reduct
vapors with fog or fine water spray. Shut off leak if without risk. Ventilate area of leak or move leaking
container to well-ventilated area. Absorb on inert material such as sand, earth, vermiculilte. Sweep up
using non-sparking equipment. Product is soluble in water. Contain or minimize dispersion and collect if
possible. If not possible disperse residue to reduce aquatic harm. Report per regulatory requirements.
HEALTH HAZARD DATA/FIRST AID PROCEDURES
Route(s) of Entry., Inhalation: May cause allergic respiratory reaction in susceptible individuals
Ingestion: ND, Eye: May cause irritation, Skin: non irritating
Carcinogenicity: None
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure: No harm under most conditions
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: May irritate mucous membranes.
Emergency and First Aid Procedures:
EYE: immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation persists, seek prompt
medical attention.
SKIN: PROMPTLY WASH SKIN WITH SOAP AND WATER. WASH CLOTHING BEFORE REUSE.
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air, if irritation persists, seek medical attention.
INGESTION: do not induce vomiting, in general, no treatment is necessary unless large quantities are
ingested. However, medical advice should be obtained.
PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE
Steps to Be Taken if Material is Released or Spilled: Sweep up or shovel into DOT approved containers.
Waste Disposal Method: Comply with all applicable local, state and federal regulations for waste
disposal.
Department of Transportation (DOT) Classification- Not Regulated
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P.O. Box 450246
Houston, TX 77245-0246
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Phone: (713) 723-8416
Fax: (713) 723-1845
URL: www.EconomyPolymers.com
E-mail: economy@economypolymers.com
Precautions to Be Taken in Handling and Storing: Avoid dust accumulations. Best storage is realized at
dry, cool conditions. Store in an odor-free area. Store away from heat source. Do not expose to open flame
or sparks.
Other Precautions: Enforce "No Smoking Rules". Excessive concentrations of nuisance dusts in
workroom air may seriously reduce visibility.
CONTROL MEASURES
Respiratory Protection: Use NIOSH/OSHA approved mask when bag dumping. Eye Protection.
Recommended,
Ventilation-. Use local exhaust as needed to maintain airborne exposure.
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IF MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED:
Use protective equipment, sweep up and remove, avoid creating or inhaling dust.
Product is very slippery when wet.
Waste disposal method: If not contaminated, reuse product, get approval from landfill operator and
transport to sanitary landfill
ENVIRONMENTAL EVALUATION:
A. EPA SUPERFUND (SARA) TITLE III- HAZARD CLASSIFICATION AND ASSOCIATED
INFORMATION
FIRE: N PRESSURE: N REACTIVE: N ACUTE (IMMEDIATE): Y
CHRONIC (DELAYED): N
MIXTURE OR PURE MATERIAL: MIX
B. EPA - CERCLA/SUPERFUND, 40 CFR 302 (REPORTABLE SPILL QUANTITY): 11,905 Gallons
(Isopropanol)
C. EPA - SARA TITLE III, CFR 355 (EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES)
PRODUCT CONTAINS NO EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS
D. EPA - SARA TITLE III, 40 CFR 372 (LIST OF TOXIC CHEMICALS)
PRODUCT CONTAINS NO TOXIC INGREDIENTS
E. COMPONENTS LISTED ON FOLLOWING CHEMICAL INVENTORIES
TSCA: YES
CEPA: NE
EEC: ND
ACOIN: ND
NPR: ND
DRSM: NE
F. EPA - RCRA (HAZARDOUS WASTE), 40 CFR 261
IF PRODUCT BECOMES A WASTE, IT DOES NOT MEET THE CRITERIA OF A HAZARDOUS
WASTE
Disclaimer:
THE INFORMATION WHICH IS IN THIS DOCUMENT IS BASED UPON AVAILABLE DATA AND
BELIEVED TO BE CORRECT; HOWEVER, THE PRODUCT DISCUSSED HEREIN IS SOLD
WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, AS TO MERCHANTIBILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
Economy
Polymers & Chemicals
P.O. Box 450246
Houston, TX 77245-0246
USA Toll free: (800) 231-2066
Phone: (713) 723-8416
Fax: (713) 723-1845
URL: www.EconomyPolymers.com
E-mail: economy@economypolymers.com