Material Safety Data Sheet

Emergency Phone Number:     (510) 832-4404
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

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

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

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.

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.

VI. Reactivity Data

Hazardous Polymerization:     Will not occur.
Stability:     Stable.
Incompatibility (Avoid Contact With):     Strong oxidizing agents, strong alkalies.

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.

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.

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.