General Information
Revision date
2008-04-22
Product name
SR-405
Product Synonyms
Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether is regulated under
Chemical name
SR-405
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Compounds Cleaning, Not Regulated
Manufacturer Name
BCS COMPANY
Emergency telephone
(800) 424-9300
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
BCS COMPANY
Section 2
Hazardous Ingredients
OSHA Hazardous Components CAS Number Hazardous % TLV (Units) Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether 111-76-2 <5.0% 50 ppm OSHA PEL Section III - Physical Data Boiling Point (OF) Not applicable Volatility/VOL (%) <75.0 Melting Point (OF) Not applicable Vapor Pressure (mm Hg) N/A Vapor Density (Air = 1) N/A Solubility In H2O Complete Appearance/Odor Red liquid Specific Gravity (H2O = 1) 1.06 Evaporation Rate Not applicable pH 4.4-4.6 of the concentrate Section IV - Fire & Explosion Hazard Data Flash Point (OF) Non-flammable Lower Flame Limit N/A Higher Flame Limit N/A Extinguish Media Use water spray, chemical foam, carbon dioxide, or dry chemical. Special Fire Fighting Procedures Use extinguishing media applicable to primary source of fire. Unusual Fire Hazard None Section V - Health Hazard Data Routes of Entry Ingestion Health Hazards Irritation NTP No IARC Monographs No OSHA Regulated No Threshold Limit Value Not established for this product - see Section II for TLV of hazardous ingredients. Over Exposure Effects Eye Contact: Burning or irritation of eyes. Skin Contact: No effects of exposure expected due to contact. Product may cause irritation or dermitatitis in some individuals upon prolonged contact. Inhalation: If misted products, may cause irritation of mucous membranes of the nose, eyes or throat and coughing or difficulty in breathing. Ingestion: Irritation to mouth, nose and throat. Nausea and discomfort. First Aid Eye Contact: Flush immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and get medical attention. Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with soap and water. Seek medical attention if irritation persists. Ingestion: Get medical attention immediately. Give large quantities of water or milk. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Do not induce vomiting! Inhalation: Remove to fresh air, for breathing difficulty, give oxygen or artificial respiration. Section VI - Reactivity Data Chemical Stability Stable Conditions To Avoid Avoid handling conditions which may allow for leaks and spills of this material. Do not permit personnel to handle this product without proper training and/or protective equipment. Incompatible Materials Avoid contact with alkalies Decompostion Products From thermal reaction carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide. Hazardous Polymerization Will not occur. Polymerization Avoid Not applicable Section VII - Spill Or Leak Procedure For Spill Absorb with inert material and dispose of in accordance with applicable regulations. Waste Disposal Method Dispose of in accordance with local, state and federal regulations. Section VIII - Special Protection Respiratory Protection Use a NIOSH/OSHA approved mask when spray mist is present and/or the TLV has been exceeded. Ventilation Recommended Protective Gloves Rubber gloves Eye Protection Safety goggles Other Protection Rubber or plastic aprons are recommended. Section IX - Special Precautions Label Summary HMIS Health Hazard 2 Flammability 0 Reactivity 0