0890 104 10 - WURTH BATTERY TERMINAL SPRAY

Chemwatch Material Safety Data Sheet

Issue Date: 28-Nov-2005

CHEMWATCH 90165

Section 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

PRODUCT NAME

0890 104 10 - WURTH BATTERY TERMINAL SPRAY

SYNONYMS

"Manufacturer's Code: 0890 104 10"

PROPER SHIPPING NAME

AEROSOLS

PRODUCT USE

The use of a quantity of material in an unventilated or confined space may
result in increased exposure and an irritating atmosphere developing Before
starting consider control of exposure by mechanical ventilation. Application is
by spray atomisation from a hand held aerosol pack. Protector of battery
terminals.

SUPPLIER

Company: Wurth Australia Pty Ltd      
Address:                              
4 Redwood Drive (abn 48 002 487 096)  
Dingley                               
VIC, 3175                             
AUS                                   
Telephone: +61 3 9552 9552            
Telephone: 1800 331 603               
Emergency Tel: 1300 657 765           
Fax: +61 3 9551 2994                  
                                      

Section 2 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

STATEMENT OF HAZARDOUS NATURE

HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE. DANGEROUS GOODS. According to the
Criteria of NOHSC, and the ADG Code.

POISONS SCHEDULE

None

RISK

Extremely flammable.
Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
Irritating to eyes and skin.
Risk of explosion if heated under confinement.
Harmful: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through
inhalation.
Possible risk of harm to the unborn child.
Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.

SAFETY

Keep container in a well ventilated place.
Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use.
To clean the floor and all objects contaminated by this material, use water and
detergent.
Keep container tightly closed.
Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs.
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
In case of contact with eyes, rinse with plenty of water and contact Doctor or
Poisons Information Centre.
If swallowed, IMMEDIATELY contact Doctor or Poisons Information Centre. (show
this container or label).
If you feel unwell contact Doctor or Poisons Information Centre. (Show the label
if possible).

Section 3 - COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

NAME CAS RN %
toluene 108-88-3 20-40
xylene 1330-20-7 20-40
acrylic polymer 0-20
pigments 0-2
other ingredients 0-30
hydrocarbon propellant 68476-85-7. 30-60

Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES

SWALLOWED

Not considered a normal route of entry.
· If swallowed do NOT induce vomiting.
· If vomiting occurs, lean patient forward or place on left side (head-down
position, if possible) to maintain open airway and prevent aspiration.
· Observe the patient carefully.
· Never give liquid to a person showing signs of being sleepy or with reduced
awareness; i.e. becoming unconscious.
· Give water to rinse out mouth, then provide liquid slowly and as much as
casualty can comfortably drink.
· Seek medical advice.
Avoid giving milk or oils.
Avoid giving alcohol.

EYE

If aerosols come in contact with the eyes:
· Immediately hold the eyelids apart and flush the eye continuously for at least
15 minutes with fresh running water.
· Ensure complete irrigation of the eye by keeping eyelids apart and away from
eye and moving the eyelids by occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids.
· Transport to hospital or doctor without delay.
· Removal of contact lenses after an eye injury should only be undertaken by
skilled personnel.

SKIN

If solids or aerosol mists are deposited upon the skin:
· Flush skin and hair with running water (and soap if available).
· Remove any adhering solids with industrial skin cleansing cream.
· DO NOT use solvents.
· Seek medical attention in the event of irritation.

INHALED

If aerosols, fumes or combustion products are inhaled:
· Remove to fresh air.
· Lay patient down. Keep warm and rested.
· Prostheses such as false teeth, which may block airway, should be removed,
where possible, prior to initiating first aid procedures.
· If breathing is shallow or has stopped, ensure clear airway and apply
resuscitation, preferably with a demand valve resuscitator, bag-valve mask
device, or pocket mask as trained. Perform CPR if necessary.
· Transport to hospital, or doctor.

NOTES TO PHYSICIAN

Treat symptomatically.
Following acute or short term repeated exposures to toluene:

· Toluene is absorbed across the alveolar barrier, the blood/air mixture being
11.2/15.6 (at 37 degrees C.) The concentration of toluene, in expired breath, is
of the order of 18 ppm following sustained exposure to 100 ppm. The tissue/blood
proportion is 1/3 except in adipose where the proportion is 8/10.
· Metabolism by microsomal mono-oxygenation, results in the production of
hippuric acid. This may be detected in the urine in amounts between 0.5 and 2.5
g/24 hr which represents, on average 0.8 gm/gm of creatinine. The biological
half-life of hippuric acid is in the order of 1-2 hours.
· Primary threat to life from ingestion and/or inhalation is respiratory
failure.
· Patients should be quickly evaluated for signs of respiratory distress (eg
cyanosis, tachypnoea, intercostal retraction, obtundation) and given oxygen.
Patients with inadequate tidal volumes or poor arterial blood gases (pO2 <50 mm
Hg or pCO2 > 50 mm Hg) should be intubated.
· Arrhythmias complicate some hydrocarbon ingestion and/or inhalation and
electrocardiographic evidence of myocardial damage has been reported;
intravenous lines and cardiac monitors should be established in obviously
symptomatic patients. The lungs excrete inhaled solvents, so that
hyperventilation improves clearance.
· A chest x-ray should be taken immediately after stabilisation of breathing and
circulation to document aspiration and detect the presence of pneumothorax.
· Epinephrine (adrenaline) is not recommended for treatment of bronchospasm
because of potential myocardial sensitisation to catecholamines. Inhaled
cardioselective bronchodilators (e.g. Alupent, Salbutamol) are the preferred
agents, with aminophylline a second choice.
· Lavage is indicated in patients who require decontamination; ensure use.

BIOLOGICAL EXPOSURE INDEX - BEI
These represent the determinants observed in specimens collected from a healthy
worker exposed at the Exposure Standard (ES or TLV):

Determinant        Index               Sampling Time      Comments
o-Cresol in urine  0.5 mg/L            End of shift       B
Hippuric acid in   1.6 g/g creatinine  End of shift       B, NS
urine
Toluene in blood   0.05 mg/L           Prior to last
                                       shift of workweek

NS: Non-specific determinant; also observed after exposure to other material
B: Background levels occur in specimens collected from subjects NOT exposed.

Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

EXTINGUISHING MEDIA

SMALL FIRE:
· Water spray, dry chemical or CO2
LARGE FIRE:
· Water spray or fog.

FIRE FIGHTING

· Alert Fire Brigade and tell them location and nature of hazard.
· May be violently or explosively reactive.
· Wear breathing apparatus plus protective gloves.
· Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water
course.
· If safe, switch off electrical equipment until vapour fire hazard removed.
· Use water delivered as a fine spray to control fire and cool adjacent area.
· DO NOT approach containers suspected to be hot.
· Cool fire exposed containers with water spray from a protected location.
· If safe to do so, remove containers from path of fire.
· Equipment should be thoroughly decontaminated after use.
When any large container (including road and rail tankers) is involved in a fire,
consider evacuation by 100 metres in all directions.

FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARD

· Liquid and vapour are flammable.
· Moderate fire hazard when exposed to heat or flame.
· Vapour forms an explosive mixture with air.
· Moderate explosion hazard when exposed to heat or flame.
· Vapour may travel a considerable distance to source of ignition.
· Heating may cause expansion or decomposition leading to violent rupture of
containers.
· Aerosol cans may explode on exposure to naked flame.
· Rupturing containers may rocket and scatter burning materials.
· Hazards may not be restricted to pressure effects.
· May emit acrid, poisonous or corrosive fumes.
· On combustion, may emit toxic fumes of carbon monoxide (CO).
Combustion products include, carbon dioxide (CO2), other pyrolysis products
typical of burning organic material.
Contains low boiling substance: Closed containers may rupture due to pressure
buildup under fire conditions.

FIRE INCOMPATIBILITY

Avoid contamination with oxidising agents i.e. nitrates, oxidising acids,
chlorine bleaches, pool chlorine etc. as ignition may result.

HAZCHEM

2Y

Personal Protective Equipment

Breathing apparatus.
Gas tight chemical resistant suit.
Limit exposure duration to 1 BA set30 mins.

Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

MINOR SPILLS

· Clean up all spills immediately.
· Avoid breathing vapours and contact with skin and eyes.
· Wear protective clothing, impervious gloves and safety glasses.
· Shut off all possible sources of ignition and increase ventilation.
· Wipe up.
· If safe, damaged cans should be placed in a container outdoors, away from all
ignition sources, until pressure has dissipated.
· Undamaged cans should be gathered and stowed safely.

MAJOR SPILLS

· Clear area of personnel and move upwind.
· Alert Fire Brigade and tell them location and nature of hazard.
· May be violently or explosively reactive.
· Wear breathing apparatus plus protective gloves.
· Prevent, by any means available, spillage from entering drains or water
courses
· No smoking, naked lights or ignition sources.
· Increase ventilation.
· Stop leak if safe to do so.
· Water spray or fog may be used to disperse / absorb vapour.
· Absorb or cover spill with sand, earth, inert materials or vermiculite.
· If safe, damaged cans should be placed in a container outdoors, away from
ignition sources, until pressure has dissipated.
· Undamaged cans should be gathered and stowed safely.
· Collect residues and seal in labelled drums for disposal.

PROTECTIVE ACTIONS FOR SPILL

From IERG (Canada/Australia)
Isolation Distance            -
Downwind Protection Distance  8 metres
IERG Number                   49

 

FOOTNOTES
1  PROTECTIVE ACTION ZONE is defined as the area in which people are at risk
   of harmful exposure. This zone assumes that random changes in wind direction
   confines the vapour plume to an area within 30 degrees on either side of the
   predominant wind direction, resulting in a crosswind protective action distance
   equal to the downwind protective action distance.
2  PROTECTIVE ACTIONS should be initiated to the extent possible, beginning with
   those closest to the spill and working away from the site in the downwind
   direction. Within the protective action zone a level of vapour concentration
   may exist resulting in nearly all unprotected persons becoming incapacitated
   and unable to take protective action and/or incurring serious or irreversible
   health effects.
3  INITIAL ISOLATION ZONE is determined as an area, including upwind of the
   incident, within which a high probability of localised wind reversal may
   expose nearly all persons without appropriate protection to life-threatening
   concentrations of the material.
4  SMALL SPILLS involve a leaking package of 200 litres (55 US gallons) or less,
   such as a drum (jerrican or box with inner containers). Larger packages leaking
   less than 200 litres and compressed gas leaking from a small cylinder are also
   considered "small spills".
   LARGE SPILLS involve many small leaking packages or a leaking package of
   greater than 200 litres, such as a cargo tank, portable tank or a "one-tonne"
   compressed gas cylinder.
5  Guide 126 is taken from the US DOT emergency response guide book.
6  IERG information is derived from CANUTEC - Transport Canada.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLANNING GUIDELINES (ERPG)

The maximum airborne concentration below which it is believed that nearly all 
individuals could be exposed for up to one hour WITHOUT experiencing or developing

  life-threatening health effects is:
    toluene                 1000 ppm
    xylene                  900 ppm
    hydrocarbon propellant  900 ppm

  irreversible or other serious effects or symptoms which could 
  impair an individual's ability to take protective action is:
    toluene                 300 ppm
    xylene                  200 ppm
    hydrocarbon propellant  200 ppm

  other than mild, transient adverse effects
  without perceiving a clearly defined odour is:
    toluene                 50 ppm
    xylene                  150 ppm
    hydrocarbon propellant  150 ppm

  The threshold concentration below which most people.
  will experience no appreciable risk of health effects:
    toluene                 50 ppm
    xylene                  100 ppm
    hydrocarbon propellant  100 ppm

American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA)

Ingredients considered according exceed the following cutoffs
  Very Toxic (T+) >= 0.1%          Toxic (T)       >= 3.0%
  R50             >= 0.25%         Corrosive (C)   >= 5.0%
  R51             >= 2.5%
else              >= 10%
where percentage is percentage of ingredient found in the mixture

 

Personal Protective Equipment advice is contained in Section 8 of the MSDS.

Section 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE

PROCEDURE FOR HANDLING

· Avoid all personal contact, including inhalation.
· Wear protective clothing when risk of exposure occurs.
· Use in a well-ventilated area.
· Prevent concentration in hollows and sumps.
· DO NOT enter confined spaces until atmosphere has been checked.
· Avoid smoking, naked lights or ignition sources.
· Avoid contact with incompatible materials.
· When handling, DO NOT eat, drink or smoke.
· DO NOT incinerate or puncture aerosol cans.
· DO NOT spray directly on humans, exposed food or food utensils.
· Avoid physical damage to containers.
· Always wash hands with soap and water after handling.
· Work clothes should be laundered separately.
· Use good occupational work practice.
· Observe manufacturer's storing and handling recommendations.
· Atmosphere should be regularly checked against established exposure standards
to ensure safe working conditions are maintained.
DO NOT allow clothing wet with material to stay in contact with skin.

SUITABLE CONTAINER

· Aerosol dispenser.
· Check that containers are clearly labelled.

STORAGE INCOMPATIBILITY

Avoid reaction with oxidising agents.

STORAGE REQUIREMENTS

Keep dry to avoid corrosion of cans. Corrosion may result in container
perforation and internal pressure may eject contents of can.
· Store in original containers in approved flammable liquid storage area.
· DO NOT store in pits, depressions, basements or areas where vapours may be
trapped.
· No smoking, naked lights, heat or ignition sources.
· Keep containers securely sealed. Contents under pressure.
· Store away from incompatible materials.
· Store in a cool, dry, well ventilated area.
· Avoid storage at temperatures higher than 40 deg C.
· Store in an upright position.
· Protect containers against physical damage.
· Check regularly for spills and leaks.
· Observe manufacturer's storing and handling recommendations.

Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION

EXPOSURE CONTROLS

Source                     Material          TWA     TWA     STEL    STEL    Peak    Peak
                                             ppm     mg/m³   ppm     mg/m³   ppm     mg/m³
_________________________  ________________  _____   _____   _____   _____   _____   _____

 

Source                     Material          TWA     TWA     STEL    STEL    Peak    Peak
                                             ppm     mg/m³   ppm     mg/m³   ppm     mg/m³
_________________________  ________________  _____   _____   _____   _____   _____   _____
Australia Exposure         Toluene           50      191     150     574
Standards
Australia Exposure         Xylene (o-, m-,   80      350     150     655
Standards                  p- isomers)
Australia Exposure         LPG (liquified    1,000   1,800
Standards                  petroleum gas)
No data available:  hydrocarbon propellant as (CAS: 68476-86-8)

 

EMERGENCY EXPOSURE LIMITS

Material                    Revised IDLH    Revised IDLH
                            Value (ppm)     Value (mg/m3)
Toluene                     500
Xylene (o, m, p isomers)    900
L.P.G.                      2,000 [LEL]

NOTES
Values marked LEL indicate that the IDLH was based on 10% of the lower explosive
   limit for safety considerations even though the relevant toxicological data
   indicated that irreversible health effects or impairment of escape existed
   only at higher concentrations.

 

None assigned. Refer to individual constituents.

ODOUR SAFETY FACTOR (OSF)

    OSF=0.16 (hydrocarbon propellant)
    Exposed individuals are NOT reasonably expected to be warned, by smell, that the
    Exposure Standard is being exceeded.
    Odour Safety Factor (OSF) is determined to fall into either Class C, D or E.
    The Odour Safety Factor (OSF) is defined as:
    OSF= Exposure Standard (TWA) ppm/ Odour Threshold Value (OTV) ppm
    Classification into classes follows:
    
    Class  OSF     Description
    A      550     Over 90% of exposed
                   individuals are aware by
                   smell that the Exposure
                   Standard (TLV-TWA for
                   example) is being
                   reached, even when
                   distracted by working
                   activities
    B      26-550  As "A" for 50-90% of
                   persons being distracted
    C      1-26    As "A" for less than 50%
                   of persons being
                   distracted
    D      0.18-1  10-50% of persons aware
                   of being tested perceive
                   by smell that the
                   Exposure Standard is
                   being reached
    E      <0.18   As "D" for less than 10%
                   of persons aware of being
                   tested
    
    .

REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH GUIDELINES

    Established occupational exposure limits frequently do not take into
    consideration reproductive end points that are clearly below the thresholds for
    other toxic effects. Occupational reproductive guidelines (ORGs) have been
    suggested as an additional standard. These have been established after a
    literature search for reproductive no-observed-adverse effect-level (NOAEL) and
    the lowest-observed-adverse-effect-level (LOAEL). In addition the US EPA's
    procedures for risk assessment for hazard identification and dose-response
    assessment as applied by NIOSH were used in the creation of such limits.

                                                                            TLV
Ingredient            ORG                UF        Endpoint       CR        Adeq
xylene                1.5 mg/m³          10        D              NA        -
    These exposure guidelines have been derived from a screening level of risk
    assessment and should not be construed as unequivocally safe limits. ORGS
    represent an 8-hour time-weighted average unless specified otherwise.
    CR = Cancer Risk/10000; UF = Uncertainty factor:
    TLV believed to be adequate to protect reproductive health:
    LOD: Limit of detection
    Toxic endpoints have also been identified as:
    D = Developmental; R = Reproductive; TC = Transplacental carcinogen
    Jankovic J., Drake F.: A Screening Method for Occupational Reproductive
    American Industrial Hygiene Association Journal 57: 641-649 (1996).

INGREDIENT DATA

TOLUENE:
   Exposure limits with "skin" notation indicate that vapour and liquid may be
   absorbed through intact skin. Absorption by skin may readily exceed vapour
   inhalation exposure. Symptoms for skin absorption are the same as for
   inhalation. Contact with eyes and mucous membranes may also contribute to
   overall exposure and may also invalidate the exposure standard.
   Odour Threshold Value: 0.16-6.7 (detection), 1.9-69 (recognition)
   NOTE: Detector tubes measuring in excess of 5 ppm, are available.
   High concentrations of toluene in the air produce depression of the
   central nervous system (CNS) in humans. Intentional toluene exposure
   (glue-sniffing) at maternally-intoxicating concentration has also produced
   birth defects. Foetotoxicity appears at levels associated with CNS
   narcosis and probably occurs only in those with chronic toluene-induced
   kidney failure. Exposure at or below the recommended TLV-TWA is thought
   to prevent transient headache and irritation, to provide a measure of
   safety for possible disturbances to human reproduction, the prevention of
   reductions in cognitive responses reported amongst humans inhaling
   greater than 40 ppm, and the significant risks of hepatotoxic, behavioural
   and nervous system effects (including impaired reaction time and
   incoordination). Although toluene/ethanol interactions are well
   recognised, the degree of protection afforded by the TLV-TWA among
   drinkers is not known.

XYLENE:
   Odour Threshold Value: 20 ppm (detection), 40 ppm (recognition)
   NOTE: Detector tubes for o-xylene, measuring in excess of 10 ppm, are
   available commercially. (m-xylene and p-xylene give almost the same
   response)
   Xylene vapour is an irritant to the eyes, mucous membranes and skin and
   causes narcosis at high concentrations. Exposure to doses sufficiently high
   to produce intoxication and unconsciousness also produces transient liver
   and kidney toxicity. Neurologic impairment is NOT evident amongst
   volunteers inhaling up to 400 ppm though complaints of ocular and upper
   respiratory tract irritation occur at 200 ppm for 3 to 5 minutes.
   Exposure to xylene at or below the recommended TLV-TWA and STEL is thought
   to minimise the risk of irritant effects and to produce neither significant
   narcosis or chronic injury. An earlier skin notation was deleted because
   percutaneous absorption is gradual and protracted and does not
   substantially contribute to the dose received by inhalation.

HYDROCARBON PROPELLANT:

PERSONAL PROTECTION

EYE

· Safety glasses with side shields.
· Chemical goggles.
· Contact lenses may pose a special hazard; soft contact lenses may absorb and
concentrate irritants. A written policy document, describing the wearing of lens
or restrictions on use, should be created for each workplace or task. This
should include a review of lens absorption and adsorption for the class of
chemicals in use and an account of injury experience. Medical and first-aid
personnel should be trained in their removal and suitable equipment should be
readily available. In the event of chemical exposure, begin eye irrigation
immediately and remove contact lens as soon as practicable. Lens should be
removed at the first signs of eye redness or irritation - lens should be removed
in a clean environment only after workers have washed hands thoroughly. [CDC
NIOSH Current Intelligence Bulletin 59].

HANDS/FEET

No special equipment needed when handling small quantities.
OTHERWISE:
For potentially moderate exposures:
Wear general protective gloves, eg. light weight rubber gloves.
For potentially heavy exposures:
Wear chemical protective gloves, eg. PVC. and safety footwear.

OTHER

No special equipment needed when handling small quantities.
OTHERWISE:
· Overalls.
· Skin cleansing cream.
· Eyewash unit.
· Do not spray on hot surfaces.

RESPIRATOR

Selection of the Class and Type of respirator will depend upon the level of
breathing zone contaminant and the chemical nature of the contaminant.
Protection Factors (defined as the ratio of contaminant outside and inside the
mask) may also be important.

Breathing Zone      Maximum Protection  Half-face   Full-Face
Level ppm (volume)  Factor              Respirator  Respirator
1000                10                  A-AUS       -
1000                50                  -           A-AUS
5000                50                  Airline *   -
5000                100                 -           A-2
10000               100                 -           A-3
                    100+                            Airline**

* - Continuous Flow ** - Continuous-flow or positive pressure demand.

The local concentration of material, quantity and
conditions of use determine the type of personal
protective equipment required.
For further information consult site specific
CHEMWATCH data (if available), or your
Occupational Health and Safety Advisor.

ENGINEERING CONTROLS

General exhaust is adequate under normal conditions. If risk of overexposure
exists, wear SAA approved respirator. Correct fit is essential to obtain
adequate protection.
Provide adequate ventilation in warehouse or closed storage areas.

Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

APPEARANCE

Supplied as an aerosol pack. Contents under PRESSURE. Contains highly flammable
hydrocarbon propellant.
Blue liquid with a characteristic odour; floats on water.

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

Liquid.
Gas.
Does not mix with water.

 

Molecular Weight: Not Applicable                        Boiling Range (C): Not Available
Melting Range (C): Not Applicable                       Specific Gravity (water=1): Not Available
Solubility in water (g/L): Immiscible                   pH (as supplied): Not Applicable
pH (1% solution): Not Applicable                        Vapour Pressure (kPa): Not Available
Volatile Component (%vol): Not Available                Evaporation Rate: Not Available
Relative Vapour Density (air=1): Not Available          Flash Point (C): -81 propellant
Lower Explosive Limit (%): Not Available                Upper Explosive Limit (%): Not Available
Autoignition Temp (C): Not Available                    Decomposition Temp (ºC): Not Available
State: Liquid

Section 10 - CHEMICAL STABILITY AND REACTIVITY INFORMATION

CONDITIONS CONTRIBUTING TO INSTABILITY

· Elevated temperatures.
· Presence of open flame.
· Product is considered stable.
· Hazardous polymerisation will not occur.

Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS

ACUTE HEALTH EFFECTS

SWALLOWED

Not normally a hazard due to physical form of product.
Considered an unlikely route of entry in commercial/industrial environments. The
liquid may produce gastrointestinal discomfort and may be harmful if swallowed.
Ingestion may result in nausea, pain and vomiting. Vomit entering the lungs by
aspiration may cause potentially lethal chemical pneumonitis.
Central nervous system (CNS) depression may include nonspecific discomfort,
symptoms of giddiness, headache, dizziness, nausea, anaesthetic effects, slowed
reaction time, slurred speech and may progress to unconsciousness. Serious
poisonings may result in respiratory depression and may be fatal.

EYE

The liquid produces a high level of eye discomfort and is capable of causing
pain and severe conjunctivitis. Corneal injury may develop, with possible
permanent impairment of vision, if not promptly and adequately treated.
The material may produce severe irritation to the eye causing pronounced
inflammation. Repeated or prolonged exposure to irritants may produce
conjunctivitis.

SKIN

Spray mist may produce discomfort.
Toxic effects may result from skin absorption.
Exposure limits with "skin" notation indicate that vapour and liquid may be
absorbed through intact skin. Absorption by skin may readily exceed vapour
inhalation exposure. Symptoms for skin absorption are the same as for
inhalation. Contact with eyes and mucous membranes may also contribute to
overall exposure and may also invalidate the exposure standard.
The material may cause skin irritation after prolonged or repeated exposure and
may produce a contact dermatitis (nonallergic). This form of dermatitis is often
characterised by skin redness (erythema) and swelling the epidermis.
Histologically there may be intercellular oedema of the spongy layer
(spongiosis) and intracellular oedema of the epidermis.

INHALED

Inhalation of aerosols (mists, fumes), generated by the material during the
course of normal handling, may be harmful.
Inhalation of vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness. This may be
accompanied by narcosis, drowsiness, reduced alertness, loss of reflexes, lack
of coordination and vertigo.
Acute effects from inhalation of high concentrations of vapour are pulmonary
irritation, including coughing, with nausea; central nervous system depression -
characterised by headache and dizziness, increased reaction time, fatigue and
loss of co-ordination.
WARNING:Intentional misuse by concentrating/inhaling contents may be lethal.
If exposure to highly concentrated solvent atmosphere is prolonged this may lead
to narcosis, unconsciousness, even coma and possible death.

CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS

Harmful: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through
inhalation. Serious damage (clear functional disturbance or morphological change
which may have toxicological significance) is likely to be caused by repeated or
prolonged exposure. As a rule the material produces, or contains a substance
which produces severe lesions. Such damage may become apparent following direct
application in subchronic (90 day) toxicity studies or following sub-acute (28
day) or chronic (two-year) toxicity tests. Chronic solvent inhalation exposures
may result in nervous system impairment and liver and blood changes. [PATTYS].
Prolonged or continuous skin contact with the liquid may cause defatting with
drying, cracking, irritation and dermatitis following. WARNING: Aerosol
containers may present pressure related hazards.

TOXICITY AND IRRITATION

Not available. Refer to individual constituents.
unless otherwise specified data extracted from RTECS - Register of Toxic Effects
of Chemical Substances

TOLUENE:
TOXICITY                                            IRRITATION
Oral (human) LDLo: 50 mg/kg                         Skin (rabbit): 20 mg/24h-Moderate
Oral (rat) LD50: 636 mg/kg                          Skin (rabbit): 500 mg - Moderate
Inhalation (human) TCLo: 100 ppm                    Eye (rabbit): 0.87 mg - Mild
Inhalation (man) TCLo: 200 ppm                      Eye (rabbit): 2 mg/24h - SEVERE
Inhalation (rat) LC50: >26700 ppm/1h                Eye (rabbit): 100 mg/30sec - Mild
Dermal (rabbit) LD50: 12124 mg/kg
Reproductive effector in rats
The substance is classified by IARC as Group 3:
NOT classifiable as to its carcinogenicity to humans.
Evidence of carcinogenicity may be inadequate or limited in animal testing.

XYLENE:
TOXICITY                                            IRRITATION
Oral (human) LDLo: 50 mg/kg                         Skin (rabbit):500 mg/24h Moderate
Oral (rat) LD50: 4300 mg/kg                         Eye (human): 200 ppm Irritant
Inhalation (human) TCLo: 200 ppm                    Eye (rabbit): 87 mg Mild
Inhalation (man) LCLo: 10000 ppm/6h                 Eye (rabbit): 5 mg/24h SEVERE
Inhalation (rat) LC50: 5000 ppm/4h
Reproductive effector in rats
The substance is classified by IARC as Group 3:
NOT classifiable as to its carcinogenicity to humans.
Evidence of carcinogenicity may be inadequate or limited in animal testing.

HYDROCARBON PROPELLANT:
Not available. Refer to individual constituents.

Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Marine Pollutant:Not Determined

Drinking Water Standards:
hydrocarbon total: 10 ug/l (UK max.).
DO NOT discharge into sewer or waterways.
Refer to data for ingredients, which follows:

TOLUENE:
Hazardous Air Pollutant: Yes
Fish LC50 (96hr.) (mg/l): 7.3-22.8
BCF<100: 13.2 (EELS
log Kow (Sangster 1997): 2.73
log Pow (Verschueren 1983): 2.69
BOD5: 5%
COD: 21%
ThOD: 3.13
Half-life Soil - High (hours): 528
Half-life Soil - Low (hours): 96
Half-life Air - High (hours): 104
Half-life Air - Low (hours): 10
Half-life Surface water - High (hours): 528
Half-life Surface water - Low (hours): 96
Half-life Ground water - High (hours): 672
Half-life Ground water - Low (hours): 168
Aqueous biodegradation - Aerobic - High (hours): 528
Aqueous biodegradation - Aerobic - Low (hours): 96
Aqueous biodegradation - Anaerobic - High (hours): 5040
Aqueous biodegradation - Anaerobic - Low (hours): 1344
Aqueous biodegradation - Removal secondary treatment - High (hours): 75%
Photolysis maximum light absorption - High (nano-m): 268
Photolysis maximum light absorption - Low (nano-m): 253.5
Photooxidation half-life water - High (hours): 1284
Photooxidation half-life water - Low (hours): 321
Photooxidation half-life air - High (hours): 104
Photooxidation half-life air - Low (hours): 10

log Kow: 2.1-3
log Koc: 1.12-2.85
Koc: 37-250
log Kom: 1.39-2.89
Half-life (hr) air: 2.4-104
Half-life (hr) H2O surface water: 5.55-528
Half-life (hr) H2O ground: 168-2628
Half-life (hr) soil: <48-240
Henry's Pa m³ /mol: 518-694
Henry's atm m³ /mol: 5.94E-03
BOD 5 if unstated: 0.86-2.12,5%
COD: 0.7-2.52,21-27%
ThOD: 3.13
BCF: 1.67-380
Log BCF: 0.22-3.28

XYLENE:
Fish LC50 (96hr.) (mg/l): 13.5
BCF<100: 2.14-2.20
log Kow (Prager 1995): 3.12-3.20
Half-life Soil - High (hours): 672
Half-life Soil - Low (hours): 168
Half-life Air - High (hours): 44
Half-life Air - Low (hours): 2.6
Half-life Surface water - High (hours): 672
Half-life Surface water - Low (hours): 168
Half-life Ground water - High (hours): 8640
Half-life Ground water - Low (hours): 336
Aqueous biodegradation - Aerobic - High (hours): 672
Aqueous biodegradation - Aerobic - Low (hours): 168
Aqueous biodegradation - Anaerobic - High (hours): 8640
Aqueous biodegradation - Anaerobic - Low (hours): 4320
Photolysis maximum light absorption - High (nano-m): 269.5
Photolysis maximum light absorption - Low (nano-m): 265
Photooxidation half-life water - High (hours): 2.70E+08
Photooxidation half-life water - Low (hours): 3.90E+05
Photooxidation half-life air - High (hours): 44
Photooxidation half-life air - Low (hours): 2.6

Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

· Consult State Land Waste Management Authority for disposal.
· Discharge contents of damaged aerosol cans at an approved site.
· Allow small quantities to evaporate.
· DO NOT incinerate or puncture aerosol cans.
· Bury residues and emptied aerosol cans at an approved site.

Section 14 - TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION

Labels Required

flammable gas

HAZCHEM

2Y

Land Transport UNDG:

Dangerous Goods Class:          2.1         Subrisk:                        None
UN Number:                      1950        Packing Group:                  None
Shipping Name:AEROSOLS

Air Transport IATA:

ICAO/IATA Class:                2.1         ICAO/IATA Subrisk:              None
UN/ID Number:                   1950        Packing Group:                  None
ERG Code:                       10L
Shipping Name: Aerosols, flammable

Maritime Transport IMDG:

IMDG Class:                     2           IMDG Subrisk:                   SP63
UN Number:                      1950        Packing Group:                  None
EMS Number:                     F-D,S-U     Marine Pollutant:               Not
                                                                            Determined
Shipping Name: AEROSOLS

Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION

POISONS SCHEDULE

None

REGULATIONS

toluene (CAS: 108-88-3) is found on the following regulatory lists;
Australia High Volume Industrial Chemical List (HVICL)
Australia Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS)
Australia Poisons Schedule

xylene (CAS: 1330-20-7) is found on the following regulatory lists;
Australia High Volume Industrial Chemical List (HVICL)
Australia Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS)
Australia Poisons Schedule

hydrocarbon propellant (CAS: 68476-85-7) is found on the following regulatory
lists;
Australia High Volume Industrial Chemical List (HVICL)
Australia Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS)
hydrocarbon propellant (CAS: 68476-86-8) is found on the following regulatory
lists;
Australia Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS)

Section 16 - OTHER INFORMATION

 

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Issue Date: 28-Nov-2005

Print Date: 30-Nov-2005