MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Manufacturer BioGenesis Enterprises, Inc.
Address 330 S. Mt. Prospect Rd., Des Plaines, IL 60016
Trade Name BG-Clean™ 636 Product Grease Cleaner
Emergency Phone (703) 913-9700 Date Prepared May 31, 1995
Information Phone (703) 913-9700 MSDS Control dBG636
SECTION II - INGREDIENTS AND HAZARD CLASSIFICATION
Ingredients (CAS) Percent OSHA PEL/TLV
Isopropyl alcohol (67-63-0) 15% 400 ppm
Overall health hazard of isopropyl alcohol evaluated as slight. The components of BG-Clean™ 636, including the above, are a complex blend of cleaners classified trade secret. No other components are listed in the NIOSH Recommendations for Occupational Safety and Health Standards, 1988, or are subject to reporting under SARA or CERCLA. The product contains no chemicals regulated by RCRA.
SECTION III - PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Boiling Point (oF)212oF Vapor Pressure (mm Hg)Same as water.
Solubility In Water100% Specific Gravity1.01 @ 68oFpH 12
Appearance and OdorStraw colored liquid, fresh smell. (Note: Contains no d-limonenes.)
Flash Point 164oF Flammable Limits Not determined.
LEL Not determined. UEL Not determined.
Extinguishing Media Water fog, carbon dioxide, dry chemical.
None.
Unusual Fire and Explosion HazardsWear self-contained breathing apparatus when there is possibility of exposure to smoke, fumes or hazardous decomposition products.
Stability Stable.
Incompatibility Strong oxidizers; avoid prolonged contact with aluminum..
Hazardous Decomposition ProductsCarbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, oxides of carbon and sulfur.
Hazardous PolymerizationWill not occur.
OSHA PEL Not established.ACGIH TEL Not established.
Inhalation YesSkin Yes Ingestion Yes
Eyes Liquid is a contact irritant, and will cause corneal inflammation.
Skin Liquid is a medium base. Repeated or prolonged contact can cause reddening of the skin, scaling, and dermatitis.
Inhalation May cause irritation of the throat and headache with prolonged exposure to concentrated vapors. Hazard evaluated medium.
Ingestion Nausea; diarrhea. Hazard evaluated low.
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 listedIARC?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 combustible in accordance with local regulations.
Store at ambient temperature in closed container to prevent evaporation.
Product is a strong cleaner and degreaser. Although components have low to medium hazard levels, the product is a medium base and will remove oils from the skin. Avoid prolonged skin contact. Avoid prolonged contact with aluminum.
In confined spaces, use respirator appropriate to substance being cleaned.
Use ventilation sufficient to prevent accumulation of characteristic alcohol odor.
Wear when cleaning by hand, or when there is reasonable probability of contact.
Wear 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.
UN Number NA1993
US DOT Hazard Class Combustible liquid, N.O.S.
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.