MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION
STANDARD OMB NO/1218-0072
SECTION I - COMPANY AND PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
SECTION V - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Company:
FLASH POINT: 200ºF
PRODUCT TRADE NAME:
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:
WoodSmart Solutions, Inc.
4357 Cowing Rd.
Lakewood, NY 14750
(716) 763-3630
PERFECT BARRIER
Part-B Liquid
SECTION II - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS/ SARA III, CERCLA,
TSCA INFORMATION
The contents of chemical name and hazardous components are a
Trade Secret as allowed by 29 CFR 1910.1200-48. Federal Register
53280 (SARA, Section 313, of Title III of 40 CFR 372).
No toxic chemical(s) subject to the reporting requirements of Section
311/312 of Title III and of 40 CFR 372 are present.
No toxic chemical(s) subject to the reporting requirements of 40 CFR
302.4 for CERCLA 102 are present.
No components of this mixture require export notification under
Section 12(b) of the TSCA regulation.
HMIS RATING:
HEALTH –– 2
FLAMMABILITY –– 1
REACTIVITY –– 0
SECTION III - HAZARDOUS INDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: A white colored liquid with a mild odor. It
has a flash point of 200ºF, and is miscible in water.
POTENIAL ACUTE HEALTH EFFECTS:
EYES: Contact may cause eye irritation.
SKIN: Contact may cause skin irritation.
INGESTION: May cause vomiting, diarrhea, and depressed respiratory function.
INHALATION: Harmful if inhaled. Avoid misting or splashing.
POTENIAL CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS: None known.
SECTION IV - FIRST AID MEASURES
EYE CONTACT: Immediately flush eyes with water for at least 15
minutes. Get medical attention if irritation persists.
SKIN CONTACT: Wash thoroughly with soap and water. Get medical
attention if irritation develops or persists.
INGESTION: If swallowed, DO NOT induce vomiting, unless directed
to do so by medical personnel. Contact a physician or poison control
center. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. Get medical attention if symptoms persist. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If not breathing,
give artificial respiration.
NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: Treatment should be directed at the control of
symptoms and the clinical manifestations.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: C02, Dry Chemical, Foam, Water Fog
FIREFIGHTERS PROTECTION: As in any fire, wear self-contained
breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or
equivalent) and full protective gear. Use water spray to cool exposed
containers, but only if there is no risk of the runoff contaminating adjacent area.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: None known.
SECTION VI - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE/CLEAN UP MEASURES
Stop leak if you can do so without risk of injury. Keep spill out of
sewer and open bodies of water. Avoid runoff into storm sewers and
ditches that lead to waterways. For small spills: dike and contain with
inert material (sand, earth, etc.) and transfer liquid to containers for
recovery or disposal. For large spills: dike far ahead of the spill.
Absorb remaining liquid with absorbent material. (See Section 8 for
information on Exposure Controls and Personal Protective
Equipment). Isolate hazard area and deny entry to unauthorized personnel. Stay upwind, keep out of low areas, and ventilate closed
spaces before entering.
SECTION VII - HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING: Keep out of reach of children. Avoid skin and eye contact. Avoid breathing vapors. Use with adequate ventilation. Keep
contents and freshly treated articles away from flame, food, and living
plants. Do not contaminate water by cleaning equipment or disposing
of waste.
STORAGE: Store at 40ºF - 90ºF, out of direct sunlight. Keep containers tightly closed and upright when not in use. Protect against physical damage. Avoid breathing vapors and aerosols. Use only with
adequate ventilation. Do not eat, drink or smoke in areas of use or
storage. Assure that proper personal protective measures are taken
when opening or entering confined storage vessels. Store away from
caustics and oxidizers. Keep containers from excessive heat or freezing.
SECTION VIII - EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL
PROTECTION
ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Provide sufficient mechanical ventilation (local exhaust or general room dilution) to maintain exposure levels below PEL or TLV. Vapors are heavier than air and will collect in
low areas. Check all low areas (basements, sumps, etc.) for vapor
before entering.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE):
EYES: Chemical splash goggles, safety glasses with side shields, or
full-face masks are recommended.
SKIN: Chemical resistant gloves (rubber, nitrile, etc.), long sleeved
shirts and long pants are recommended to avoid skin contact.
RESPIRATORY: None normally required under anticipated use conditions. A NIOSH approved air-purifying respirator with an organic
vapor cartridge or canister should be used in circumstances where
airborne concentrations are expected to exceed exposure limits.
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING: Impervious apron and rubber boots to
prevent skin contact.
GENERAL HYGIENE PRACTICES: Remove contaminated clothing
and wash before reusing. Do not eat, drink, or smoke while handling
to avoid accidental ingestion of this material.
SECTION IX - PHYSICAL DATA
erwise differ from federal regulations. Chemical additions, processing
or otherwise altering this material may render the waste management
information presented in this MSDS incomplete, inaccurate or otherwise inappropriate. Consult all applicable federal, state, and local
regulations regarding the proper disposal of this material.
SECTION XIV - TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
This product is considered non-hazardous and not regulated by
D.O.T.
APPEARANCE/ODOR:
White liquid, mild odor.
PHYSICAL STATE:
Liquid
pH:
7 –– 8
BOILING STATE:
210ºF - 220ºF
EVAPORATION RATE:
Slower than butyl acetate.
DENSITY:
Heavier than air.
VAPOR PRESSURE:
24 mm Hg @ 680 Fvapor
ODOR THRESHOLD:
N.D. Viscosity
SOLUBILITY IN WATER:
Soluble
SPECIFIC GRAVITY (water =1):
1.0047
SECTION XV - DISCLAIMER
SECTION X - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABILITY: Stable, non-reactive.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur under normal circumstances
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: May decompose
under fire conditions emitting gases and vapors, which may be toxic
and irritating to the respiratory system.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Excessive heat.
IMCOMPATIBLITY: Strong oxidizers and caustics.
SECTION XI - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
CARCINOCENICITY: This material is NOT considered a carcinogen
by IARC or NTP and is not regulated as a carcinogen by OSHA.
(Also see Section 15 for related information)
SECTION XII - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
CHEMICAL FATE AND EFFECTS: No data available. Do not discharge effluent containing this product into lakes, streams ponds,
estuaries or other waters unless in accordance with the requirements
of a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit and the
permitting authority has been notified in writing prior to discharge. Do
not discharge effluent containing this product into sewer systems without previously notifying the local sewage authority.
SECTION XIII - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION
This material is NOT considered hazardous waste under Federal
Hazardous Waste Regulations (40CFR 261). However, state and
local requirements for waste disposal may be more restrictive or oth-
The information and recommendations set forth herein are believed to
be accurate. Because some of the information is derived from information provided to WoodSmart, Inc. from it’’s suppliers, and because
WoodSmart, Inc. has no control over the conditions of handling and
use, WoodSmart, Inc. makes no warranty, expressed or implied,
regarding the accuracy of the data or the results to be obtained from
the use thereof. The information is supplied solely for your information and consideration, and WoodSmart, Inc. assumes no responsibility for use or reliance thereon. It is the responsibility of the user of
WoodSmart, Inc. products to comply with applicable federal, state,
and local laws and regulations.
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION
STANDARD OMB NO/1218-0072
SECTION I –– COMPANY AND PRODUCT INDENTIFICATION
Company:
WoodSmart Solutions, Inc.
4357 Cowing Rd.
Lakewood, NY 14750
(716) 763-3630
Product name:
Perfect Barrier DOT Wood
Preservative / Part A
Product use:
Insecticide and fungicide
Chemical formula:
Na2B8O13 l 4H2O
Chemical name/synonyms:
Disodium octaborate tetrahydrate
Chemical family:
Inorganic borates
CAS registry number:
12280-03-4
EPA registration number:
64405-8-82005
(Refer to Section IS for TSCA/DSL Chemical inventory listing)
5mg/m^3 respirable dust. The Cal OSHA/PEL and ACGIH/TLV are
10 mg/m^3. Use local exhaust or engineering controls to prevent
exceeding exposure limits if possible.
SECTION III –– FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation: If symptoms such as nose or throat irritation are observed,
remove person to fresh air.
Eye Contact: Use eye wash fountain or fresh water to cleanse eye. If
irritation persists for more than 30 minutes, seek medical attention.
Skin Contact: No treatment necessary because non-irritating.
Ingestion: Swallowing small quantities (one teaspoon) will cause no
harm to healthy adults. If larger amounts are swallowed, give two
glasses of water to drink and seek medical attention.
SECTION II –– HAZARD IDENTIFICATION AND PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT INFORMATION
SECTION IV –– ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: Perfect Barrier is a white, odorless,
powdered substance that is not flammable, combustible, or explosive
and has low acute oral and dermal toxicity.
General: Perfect Barrier is a water-soluble white powder that may, at
high concentrations, cause damage to trees or vegetation by root
absorption.
POTENTIAL ECOLOGICAL EFFECTS: Large amounts of Perfect
Barrier can be harmful to plants and other species. Therefore, releases to the environment should he minimized.
Land spill: Vacuum, shovel or sweep up Perfect Barrier and place in
container for disposal in accordance with applicable local regulations.
Avoid contamination of water bodies during cleanup and disposal.
Spillage into water: Where possible, remove any intact containers
from the water. Advise local water authority that none of the affected
water should be used for irrigation or for the abstraction of potable
water until natural dilution returns the boron value to its normal environmental background level.
Perfect Barrier is a non-hazardous waste when spilled or disposed of;
as defined in the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
regulations (40 CFR 261 ).
POTENTIAL HEALLTH EFFECTS: Routes of exposure: Inhalation is
the most significant route of exposure in occupational and other settings. Dermal exposure is not usually a concern because Perfect
Barrier is poorly absorbed through intact skin.
INHALATION: Occasional mild irritation effects to nose and throat
may occur from inhalation of Perfect Barrier dust at levels greater
than 10 mg/m3.
EYE CONTACT: Perfect Barrier is non-irritating to eyes in normal
use.
SKIN CONTACT: Perfect Barrier does not cause irritation to intact
skin. INGESTION: Products containing Perfect Barrier are not intended for ingestion. Perfect Barrier has a low acute toxicity. Small
amounts (e.g., a teaspoonful) swallowed accidentally are not likely to
cause effects; swallowing amounts larger than that may cause gastrointestinal symptoms.
CANCER: Perfect Barrier is not a known carcinogen.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE: Symptoms of accidental
over-exposure to Perfect Barrier might include nausea, vomiting, and
diarrhea, with delayed effects of skin redness and peeling.
PERSONAL PROTECTION: Eye protection, protective clothing, and
waterproof gloves may be necessary under certain high exposure
conditions. Otherwise, refer to label for actual regulatory personal
protection requirements.
OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS: Disodium octaborate tetrahydrate (Perfect Barrier) is considered to be a nuisance dust by OSHA,
Cal OSHA, and ACGIH. The OSHA/PEL is 15mg/m^3 total dust and
issue date 1/04
SECTION V –– PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance:
Bulk density:
Vapor pressure:
Solubility in water:
Melting point:
pH @ 20°C:
White, odorless, powder
320 to 480 kg/m3
Negligible @ 200C
9.7% @ 200C; 34.3% @ 500C
8150C
8.3 (3.0% solution)
7.6 (10.0% solution)
SECTION VI –– FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES AND HANDLING
INSTRUCTIONS
Fire Fighting Measures
General Hazard: None, because Perfect Barrier is not flammable,
combustible or explosive. The product is itself a flame retardant.
Extinguishing Media: Any extinguishing media may be used on nearby fires.
Flammability Classification (29CFR1910.1200): Non-flammable solid.
General: Perfect Barrier is a stable product.
Hazardous decomposition: None.
Handling Instructions
General: No special handling precautions are required, but dry indoor
storage is recommended. Good housekeeping procedures should be
followed to minimize dust generation and accumulation.
Storage Conditions: Ambient air temperatures and a low moisture
environment.
INCOMPATIBLE MATERIALS AND CONDITIONS TO AVOID:
Reaction with strong reducing agents, such as metal hydrides or
alkali metals, will generate hydrogen gas, which could create explosive hazard.
SECTION VII –– TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute Toxicity
INGESTION: Low acute oral toxicity; LD50 in rats is 2,550 mg/kg of
body weight.
SKIN/DERMAL: Low, acute dermal toxicity; LD50 in rabbits is greater
than 2,000 mg/kg of body weight. Perfect Barrier is poorly absorbed
through intact skin.
INHALATION: Low acute inhalation toxicity; LD50 in rats is greater
than 2.0 mg/L (or g/m3).
SKIN IRRITATION: Non-irritant.
cide product. U.S. EPA TSCA Inventory 12008-41
RCRA: Disodium octaborate tetrahydrate is not listed as a hazardous
waste under any sections of the Resource Conservation and
Recovery Act (RCRA) or regulations (40 CFR 261 et seq).
California Proposition 65: Disodium octaborate tetrahydrate (Perfect
Barrier) is not listed on the Proposition 65 list of carcinogens or reproductive toxicants.
Superfund: CERCLA/SARA. Disodium octaborate tetrahydrate is not
listed.
Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA): Disodium octaborate tetrahydrate is
not regulated under the SDWA, 42 USC 300g-I, 40 CFR 141 et seq.
Consult state and local regulations for possible water quality advisories regarding boron compounds.
Clean Water Act (CWA) (Federal Water Pollution Control Act):
33 USC 1251 et seq.
•• Disodium octaborate tetrahydrate (Perfect Barrier) is not itself
a discharge covered by any water quality criteria of Section
304 of the CWA, 33 USC 1314.
•• It is not on the Section 307 List of Priority Pollutants, 33 USC
1317, 40 CFR 129.
•• It is not on the Section 311 List of Hazardous Substances, 33
USC 1321, 40 CFR 116.
EYE IRRITATION: Draize test in rabbits produced mild eye irritation
effects. Years of occupational exposure to Perfect Barrier indicates no
adverse effects on human eye. Therefore Perfect Barrier is not considered to be a human eye irritant in normal industrial use.
SENSITIZATION: Perfect Barrier is not a skin sensitizer.
SECTION VIII –– ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity Data
General: Boron (B) is the element in disodium octaborate tetrahydrate (Perfect Barrier) which is used by convention to report borate
product ecological effects. To convert disodium octaborate tetrahydrate into the equivalent boron (B) content, multiply by 0.2096.
Phytotoxicity: Boron is an essential micronutrient for healthy growth
of plants; however, it can he harmful to boron sensitive plants (e.g.
grass and ornamentals) in high quantities.
Algal Toxicity: Green algae, Scenedesmus subspicatus
96-hr EC10 = 24 mg B/L
Invertebrate Toxicity: Daphnids, Daphnia magna straus
24-hr EC50=242 mg B/L
Test substance: sodium tetraborate
Fish Toxicity:
Seawater:
Dab, Limanda limanda
96-hr LC50 74 MG B/LL
Freshwater:
Rainbow trout, S. gairdneri (embryo-larval stage)
24-day LC50 = 88 mg B/L
32-day LC50) = 54 mg B/L
Goldfish, Carassius auratus (embryo-larval stage)
7-day LC50 = 65 mg B/L
3-day LC50 = 71 mg B/L
SECTION IX –– DISPOSAL CONSIDERATONS
Disposal Guidance: Consult state and local authorities for disposal
guidelines.
RCRA (40 CFR 261): Perfect Barrier is not listed under any sections
of the Federal Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA).
SECTION X –– REGULATORY INFORMATION
OSHA/Cal OSHA: This MSDS document meets the requirements of
both OSHA (29 CFR 1910.1200) and Cal OSHA (Title 8 CCR 5194
(g)) hazard communication standards. Refer to Section 8 for regulatory exposure limits.
FIFRA: Perfect Barrier is registered with the EPA (EPA Reg. No.
64405-8-82005), in accordance with Section 3 of FIFRA, as a pesti-
Transportation Information: DOT hazardous classification. Disodium
Octaborate Tetrahydrate (Perfect Barrier) is not regulated by the U.S.
Department of Transportation.
WoodSmart Solutions, Inc.
4357 Cowing Rd.
Lakewood, NY 14750
(716) 763-3630
OPERATING SPECIFICATIONS
Premix Tank and Mixer Specifications:
The following is a step-by-step method for selecting the correct
Premix tank mixer, tank and mounting instructions. Refer to the following pages for catalog and ordering references.
1. On the "Portable Mixer Information" chart the motor horsepower
recommendations should be taken from the "Water" viscosity
material listing on line 1. For instance, for a 100-gallon mixing
tank use a 1/4 H.P. Direct drive mixing unit. For a 500-gallon mixing tank use a 1/2 H.P. Direct drive and so on. The information is
very self-explanatory.
2. See "Mounting Suggestion" diagram and narrative to show you
how to place the mixing unit in the tank. We recommend using a
round tank, as they are superior for mixing. Either a dish, cone or
flat bottom tank will work fine if the other parameters for mixing
equipment and mixer placement are followed. Desired method of
getting liquid out of the tank should be taken into consideration
when selecting the tank.
3. INDCO is the company we are recommending to supply the mixing
equipment and or tanks. They have good technical support, a long
successful history, and the ability to build specials as required and
are very service oriented. INDCO can be reached at 800-9424383. Attached are several copies of their catalog sheets that will
aid in ordering the correct equipment for the Pre-mix tank. They
also offer "Tank and Mixer Packages" which are included.
4. As each location may have different application equipment and
consumption profiles we cannot specify one pre-mix set up for all
situations. To aid all field locations in designing the pre-mix tank
set up we believe the following questions should be answered in
this order:
a. Determine under best-forecast circumstances the amount
of Perfect Barrier that will be consumed in one shift.
b. Choose a premix tank size that will support the projected
shift consumption with respect to efficient labor usage.
c. Select the correct mixing unit using the "Portable Mixer
Information" chart and the supplied information on mixers and blades.
d. Mount the mixer using the "Mounting Suggestions" chart
as a guide.
Perfect Barrier Concentrate Tote Mixing Procedures and Equipment
Specifications:
bottom of the tote for material that is still phase separated with a test
pole or by visual inspection. Continue mixing until all settled material
has been brought into solution. After homogenization has been
achieved the rpms on the mixing apparatus can reduced to keep the
bath slightly active but not in a state of rapid turnover. This can help
overall foaming and air entrapment issues.
Perfect Barrier DOT Mixing and Part B Blending Instructions Pre Mix Tank:
In accordance with the EPA label the Perfect Barrier DOT Wood
Preservative is mixed with water to a 10% solution by weight. For
every 100 gallons of water add 83# of DOT powder. The addition of
the DOT powder should be made under agitation and continued until
it is fully dissolved and in solution. Water temperature will affect the
solubility of the DOT powder. The warmer the water the faster the
powder will go into solution. In general ambient water temperature is
satisfactory for dissolving the DOT to water. After the DOT is in solution add the Perfect Barrier Part B concentrate at a rate of 1 gallon of
concentrate for every 9 gallons of water.
Continue blending until fully homogenized. If foaming occurs first
reduce the level of agitation and add 3# of BYK-022 defoamer for
every 100 gallons of solution. Defoamer can be added to a maximum
of 6.75 # of defoamer per 100 gallons if the problem does not subside. The solution is now ready for use.
Bath Maintenance and Operating Considerations:
The diluted Perfect Barrier solution needs to be under constant recirculation to maintain fully homogenization. A rate of 1 full tank revolution every 15 minutes should be adequate if pump recirculation is
used. If mechanical agitation is used a smooth rolling action should
be observed with full tank involvement. A strong rolling boil of the
tank indicates too much agitation and will lead to foam generation and
air entrapment. If foam becomes a problem in the work tank an addition of BYK-022 defoamer is recommended following the specifications listed above in the pre mix tank instructions.
Storage Considerations:
Perfect Barrier DOT Wood Preservative powder is provided in 50#
bags. It is a D.O.T. unregulated commodity. The only storage consideration is that it be kept dry. Perfect Barrier Liquid Concentrate must
be kept closed, protected from freezing and direct sunlight. It is
essential that the stored concentrate be re-blended every 30 days for
a minimum of 30 minutes using an approved mixing apparatus.
Sampling Procedures and Specifications:
The following mixer is specified for the mixing of the Perfect Barrier
Concentrate in the tote:
INDCO, Model C-BGF-075V, Gear Drive, Bracket Mount Mixer,
Electric, 3/4 H.P., 1 phase, 115 v., 0 - 230 RPM Variable speed.
Includes a 3/4" x 36" shaft with two sets of 12" folding impeller blades
that fit through a 6" tote cap opening. Cost. $2358.00 FOB, New
Albany, Indiana.
The general procedure for mixing a tote of Perfect Barrier concentrate
is to place the recommended mixer directly into the bulk tote. The
specified shaft length provides the optimum blade location in the tote.
The concentrate must be mixed to a point of full homogenization
before being released for dilution. Mix the tote at 230 rpm. for a minimum of 30 minutes. It may take longer for the entire solution to
become fully homogenized. This can be determined by testing the
Substrate samples that are submitted to the Tech Center for analysis
must be clearly labeled using the WoodSmart Solutions provided
labels. Sample size is 3.5”” x 4.5”” and the identification label should
be adhered to one side. Liquid samples should be placed in the provided sample bottles and labeled with the Liquid sample labels.
Samples can be sent to the Tech Center in any suitable box or courier
pouch. Analysis reports will be forwarded back originating location via
e-mail or fax depending on the customer request. Analytical readings
will be posted at the Tech Center to the customers permanent file and
will be added to the individual SPC chart for each customer location.