Manufacturer BioGenesis Enterprises, Inc.
Address 330 S. Mt. Prospect Rd., Des Plaines, IL 60016
Trade Name BG-Solv™ 715 Product Sludge Softener
Emergency Phone (703) 913-9700 Date Prepared Sep. 15, 1993
Information Phone (703) 913-9700 MSDS Control dSOLV715
SECTION II - INGREDIENTS AND HAZARD CLASSIFICATION
glycol ethers 20-30 None established.
Proprietary formulation. Other ingredients have very low hazard levels; none are listed in the NIOSH Recommendations for Occupational Safety and Health Standards, 1988; and no OSHA PELs are established.
SECTION III - PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Boiling Point (oF) >200oCVapor Pressure (mm Hg)<.1mm Hg at 60oF
Solubility In Water Partial Specific Gravity 0.95
Appearance and Odor Light straw, mild oil odor.
Flash Point >100oC, closed cup
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 Stable.
Incompatibility Strong oxidizers such as hydrogen peroxide and bromine.
Hazardous Decomposition ProductsCarbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and ordinary products of combustion.
Hazardous PolymerizationWill not occur.
OSHA PEL Not established. ACGIH TEL Not established.
Inhalation YesSkin Yes Ingestion Yes
Eyes Irritation may occur with prolonged exposure to concentrated vapors. Liquid is a contact irritant. May cause corneal inflammation.
Skin Repeated or prolonged contact can cause reddening of the skin, scaling, and dermatitis.
Inhalation This material is a negligible hazard due to its low volatility. If vapor is present in high concentrations, irritation to upper respiratory tract may occur.
Ingestion Slightly toxic. May produce typical signs of intoxication characterized depending on the quantity of material ingested.
Eyes Flush eyes with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical aid.
Skin Flush affected area and wash with mild soap and water.
Inhalation Remove to fresh air; provide oxygen if breathing is difficult; give artificial respiration if not breathing. Seek medical attention.
Ingestion Do not give liquids if victim is unconscious or very drowsy. Otherwise, wash out mouth with water. Get medical attention.
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.
Product is a cleaner and degreaser. Although components have very low hazard levels, the product will remove oils from the skin. Avoid prolonged skin contact.
Under ordinary conditions of use for its intended purpose, no respiratory protection is required. If vaporized during use, wear self-contained breathing apparatus to maintain exposure less than PEL.
Under ordinary conditions of use for its intended purpose, no special ventilation is required.
Wear if doing prolonged cleaning by hand.
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.
UN Number Not applicable.US DOT Hazard Class Not regulated by DOT.
US DOT Identification Number Not 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.