Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
111-76-2
Name of the chemical
Ethylene glycol monobutyl ether (EGBE)
Concentration
N/A
EC/CAS
112-34-5
Name of the chemical
2-(2-butoxyethoxy)ethanol
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2021-04-26
Product name
MET-L-ETCH Metal Cleaner
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Paint or paint related material
Manufacturer Name
The Sherwin-Williams Company
Emergency telephone
US / Canada: (800) 424-9300
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Sherwin-Williams Canada Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS - Category 4 CORROSIVE TO METALS - Category 1 SKIN CORROSION/IRRITATION - Category 1 SERIOUS EYE DAMAGE/ EYE IRRITATION - Category 1 SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (SINGLE EXPOSURE) (Respiratory tract irritation) - Category 3 SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (SINGLE EXPOSURE) (Narcotic effects) - Category 3 SPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (REPEATED EXPOSURE) - Category 2
Ingredient(s) with unknown acute toxicity
26.3% (dermal), 33.8% (inhalation)
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Combustible liquid. May be corrosive to metals. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. May cause respiratory irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Prevention
Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and eye or face protection. Keep away from flames and hot surfaces. No smoking. Keep only in original packaging. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Do not breathe vapor. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Response
Absorb spillage to prevent material damage. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor.
Storage
Store locked up. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Keep cool. Store in a corrosion resistant container with a resistant inner liner.
Disposal
Dispose of contents and container in accordance with all local, regional, national and international regulations.
Supplemental label elements
DELAYED EFFECTS FROM LONG TERM OVEREXPOSURE. Contains solvents which elements can cause permanent brain and nervous system damage. Intentional misuse by deliberately concentrating and inhaling the contents can be harmful or fatal. FOR PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY. Please refer to the SDS for additional information. Keep out of reach of children. Do not transfer contents to other containers for storage.
2.3 Other hazards
None known.