Material Safety Data Sheet
Prepared: 03-01-1995
Updated: 06-01-1996
I. Product Identification
Generic ID: Complex Solvent Blend
DOT Shipping Name: Dichloromethane
DOT Hazard Class: ORM-A, 6.1, UN1593, III
Trade Name: Blanket Fix
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II. Hazardous Components
| Ingredient | CAS Number | PEL(ppm) | TLV(ppm) |
| Methyl Alcohol | 67-56-1 | 200 | 200 |
| Methylene Chloride * | 75-09-2 | 100 | 100 |
| * Identified as a CARCINOGEN by IARC |
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III. Physical Data
Boiling Point: 104° F
Specific Gravity: Greater Than Water
Vapor Density (mmHg at 20° C): 35
Percent Volatiles: 95%
Evaporation Rate (Ethyl Ether=1): Slower Than Ether
Specific Vapor Density (Air=1): >1
Volatile Organic Content (VOC): 226 g/l or 2.22 lb/gal
NFPA Rating: Health - 3, Flammability - 2, Reactivity -0
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IV. Fire and Explosion Data
Flash Point (TCC): N/A
Extinguishing Media: Foam, Dry Chemical
Special Firefighting Procedures: Wear self contained breathing aparatus with a full facepiece. Keep containers cool with water spray.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Vapors are heavier than air and may travel along floor to ignition source.
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V. Health Hazard Data
Effects of Accute Overexposure:
Eyes: Can cause irritation, redness, tearing, blurred vision.
Skin: Can cause irritation, defatting, dermatitis.
Inhalation: Can cause irritation, dizziness, weakness, fatigue, nausea, headache, possible unconsciousness or asphyxiation.
Swallowing: Can cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, blindness or death.
First Aid:
Eyes: Flush with water lifting upper and lower lids. Get medical attention.
Skin: Wash exposed area with soap and water immediately.
Inhaled: Remove to fresh air. Give oxygen or artificial respiration as required. Get medical attention. DO NOT give stimulants. Epinephrine or Ephedrine may adversely affect the heart with fatal results.
Swallowed: DO NOT induce vomiting. Get medical attention.
Chronic Effects of Overexposure:
Reports have associated repeated and prolonged overexposure to solvents with permanent brain and nervous system damage.
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VI. Reactivity Data
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Stability: Stable.
Incompatibility (Avoid Contact With): Strong oxidizing agents, strong alkalies.
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VII. Spill or Leak Procedures
Spill Procedures: Eliminate all ignition sources. Clean with absorbent materials and place in closed containers for waste disposal.
Waste Disposal: Consult Federal, State and Local disposal authorities for approved disposal procedures.
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VIII. Special Protection and Precautions
Respiratory Protection: Approved organic vapor type respirator if TLV (or PEL) values are exceeded.
Ventilation: Provide ventilation to maintain safe exposure levels.
Protective Gloves: Wear resistant gloves such as: Neoprene rubber.
Eye Protection: Chemical splash goggles in compliance with OSHA regulations.
Other Protective Equipment: Wear impervious clothing if desired.
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Comments: Containers of this material may be hazardous when empty. Since empty containers retain product residues (vapor, liquid and/or solid), all hazard precautions in this datasheet must be observed. |
