MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Manufacturer BioGenesis Enterprises, Inc.
Address 330 S. Mt. Prospect Rd., Des Plaines, IL 60016
Trade Name BG-Clean™ 406 ProductHeavy Duty Industrial Cleaner
Emergency Phone(703) 913-9700Date Prepared November 1, 1995 Updated Oct. 24, 1997
Information Phone(703) 913-9700MSDS Control cBG406
SECTION II - INGREDIENTS AND HAZARD CLASSIFICATION
Isopropyl alcohol (67-63-0)* 2-6% 400 ppm
Potassium hydroxide (1310-58-3)2 2% 2 mg/m3 ceiling
The remaining components are classified trade secret. No other components are believed to be hazardous, are listed in the NIOSH Recommendations for Occupational Safety and Health Standards, 1988, or are listed as hazardous by SARA, CERCLA, or RCRA. No OSHA PELs are established for any of the other ingredients.
*Subject to SARA 313 reporting.
2 CERCLA RQ is 1,000 lbs.
SECTION III - PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Boiling Point (oC)100oC Vapor Pressure (mm Hg)Same as water.
Solubility In Water100% Specific Gravity 1.09 @ 20oC pH 12
Appearance and OdorStraw colored liquid, mild lemon & alcohol smell. (Note: Contains no d-limonenes.)
Flash Point > 61oC, closed cupFlammable LimitsNot applicable.
LEL Not applicable. UEL Not applicable.
Extinguishing Media Water fog, carbon dioxide, dry chemical.
Use self contained breathing apparatus if fighting fire in confined spaces.
Unusual Fire and Explosion HazardsNone.
Stability StableIncompatibility Oxidizers
Hazardous Decomposition ProductsCarbon monoxide and carbon dioxide.
Hazardous PolymerizationWill not occur.
OSHA PEL Not established.ACGIH TEL Not established.
Inhalation YesSkin Yes Ingestion Yes
Eyes Liquid is a contact irritant. Irritation may occur with prolonged exposure to concentrated vapors. May cause corneal inflammation.
Skin Liquid is a medium strong base. Repeated or prolonged contact can cause reddening of the skin, scaling, and dermatitis.
Inhalation May cause irritation of the throat, drowsiness, dizzyness, and headache with prolonged exposure to concentrated vapors.
Ingestion Nausea; diarrhea.
Eyes Immediately flush eyes with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Immediately seek medical aid.
Skin Flush affected area and wash with mild soap and water.
Inhalation Remove to fresh air; give CPR if unconscious.
Ingestion Obtain medical attention immediately.
NTP? Not listed.IARC?Not listed.OSHA Regulated?Not listed.
SECTION VII - PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE
Collect with absorbent material or pick up mechanically. Rinse affected area with water.
Dispose as non-hazardous waste in accordance with local regulations.
Store at ambient temperature in closed container to prevent evaporation. May be stored in temperatures from -35oC to 60oC without deterioration. Product not affected by freezing; however, container may not resist expansion. Do not store concentrate in aluminum.
Product is a strong cleaner and degreaser. Although components have low hazard levels, the product is a strong base and will remove oils from the skin. Avoid prolonged skin contact.
Under ordinary conditions of use for its intended purpose, no respiratory protection is required.
Under ordinary conditions of use for its intended purpose, no special ventilation is required.
Wear when cleaning by hand, or when there is reasonable probability of contact.
Wear if needed to prevent reasonable probability of eye contact.
Observe standard general work practices regarding ingestion, eye contact, and inhalation. Wash after using if there is reasonable probability of contact with the cleaner. Promptly remove any non-impervious clothing that becomes wet.
IMO Hazard Class and NumberNon-hazardousUN Number Not applicable.
US DOT Hazard ClassNot regulated by DOTUS DOT Identification NumberNot applicable.
The information presented in this MSDS is believed to be factual. However, nothing contained in this information is to be taken as a warranty of any kind by BioGenesis Enterprises, Inc. The user should review any recommendations in the specific context of the intended use to determine whether they are appropriate.