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MSDS Safety Information 
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NAME: ACOUSTA WHITE ACCOUSTICAL CEILING TILE RENOVATOR
 
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Material Safety Data Sheet
acc. to ISO/DIS 11014
Printing date 01/04/2005 Reviewed on 01/04/2005 Page 1 of 4
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1 - Identification of substance
Trade name: ACOUSTA WHITE
Product code: 1001
Manufacturer/Supplier: SUPERCO SPECIALTY PRODUCTS
25041 Anza Drive
Valencia, CA 91355
(661)775-8877
Information department: Health & Safety Department
Emergency information: CHEMTEL 1-800-255-3924, 813-248-0585 if located outside the U.S.
2 - Composition/Data on components
Chemical Description: This product is a mixture of the substances listed below with nonhazardous additions.
Dangerous components:
74-98-6 propane F+; R 12 18.95%
108-88-3 toluene Xn, F; R 11-20 12.32%
106-97-8 n-butane F+; R 12 11.13%
1317-65-3 Calcium Carbonate Xi; R 36/37/38 9.64%
64742-89-8 VM&P Naptha Xn; R 20/22 5.79%
13463-67-7 titanium dioxide Xi; R 37 5.41%
67-64-1 acetone Xi, F; R 11-36-66-67 4.08%
1330-20-7 xylene (mix) Xn; R 10-20/21-38 2.66%
64742-47-8 Mineral Spirits Xn, F; R 11-65 1.53%
Additional information: For the wording of the listed risk phrases refer to section 3.
3 - Hazards identification
Hazard description: Xn Harmful
F+ Extremely flammable
Physical dangers: Warning! Pressurized container. Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame.
R 12 Extremely flammable.
R 20 Harmful by inhalation.
R 37 Irritating to respiratory system and skin.
Pressurized container: protect from sunlight and do not expose to temperatures exceeding 50°C, i.e.
electric lights. Do not pierce or burn, even after use.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Effects of short-term
overexposure: Causes irritation to the eyes, nose, throat, skin, and central nervous system. Symptoms may include
dizziness, throat irritation, headache, fatigue,swelling of eyes, and nausea.
Effects of chronic
overexposure: May cause permanent brain and nervous system damage. Repeated overexposure can also damage
kidneys, lungs, liver, heart, and blood. Intentional misuse by deliberately inhaling the contents may be harmful or fatal.
NFPA ratings (scale 0 - 4): Health- 1
Flammability- 3
Reactivity- 3
HMIS-ratings (scale 0 - 4): Health- 1
Flammability- 3
Physical Hazard-3
4 - First aid measures
General information: Symptoms of poisoning may occur even after several hours. Medical observation for at least 48 hours after the accident
is recommended.
After inhalation: Supply fresh air. If necessary, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm. Consult doctor if
symptoms persist.
After skin contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash exposed area with soap and water.
After eye contact: Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor.
After swallowing: Contact physician or poison control center.
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Extinguishing agents: CO2, sand, extinguishing powder, or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam.
Protective equipment: A respiratory protective device may be necessary.
6 - Accidental release measures
Personal safety
precautions: Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away.
Environmental safety
precautions: Do not allow product to reach sewage systems or ground water.
Inform appropriate authorities in case of seepage into water course or sewage system.
Measures for cleaning/
collecting: Do not flush with water or aqueous cleansing agents. Use diluted caustic solution. Soak up spills with
inert absorbent material. Refer to section 13 for disposal information.
7 - Handling and storage
Fire/explosion protection: Do not spray on a naked flame or any incandescent material.
Do not smoke. Protect from electrostatic charges.
Storage requirements: Observe pressurized container storage regulations. Consult with your local authorities.
Keep away from sources of heat and direct sunlight. Do not warehouse in subfreezing conditions.
8 - Exposure controls and personal protection:
Components with limit values that require monitoring at the workplace:
74-98-6 propane
PEL 1800 mg/m³, 1000 ppm
REL 1800 mg/m³, 1000 ppm
TLV (4508) mg/m³, (2500) ppm
108-88-3 toluene
PEL Short-term value: C 300; 500* ppm
Long-term value: 200 ppm
*10-min peak per 8-hr shift
REL Short-term value: 560 mg/m³, 150 ppm
Long-term value: 375 mg/m³, 100 ppm
TLV 188 mg/m³, 50 ppm
Skin; BEI
106-97-8 n-butane
REL 1900 mg/m³, 800 ppm
TLV 1900 mg/m³, 800 ppm
1317-65-3 Calcium Carbonate
PEL 15*; 5** mg/m³
*Total dust **Respirable fraction
REL 10*; 5** mg/m³
*Total dust **Respirable fraction
TLV 10 mg/m³
(e)
67-64-1 acetone
PEL 2400 mg/m³, 1000 ppm
REL 590 mg/m³, 250 ppm
TLV Short-term value: 1782 mg/m³, 750 ppm
Long-term value: 1188 mg/m³, 500 ppm
BEI
1330-20-7 xylene (mix)
PEL 435 mg/m³, 100 ppm
REL Short-term value: 655 mg/m³, 150 ppm
Long-term value: 435 mg/m³, 100 ppm
(o-, m-, & p-isomers)
TLV Short-term value: 651 mg/m³, 150 ppm
Long-term value: 434 mg/m³, 100 ppm
BEI
64742-47-8 Mineral Spirits
TLV 200 mg/m³
As total hydrocarbon vapor; Skin; (P)
Protective hygienic measures: Keep away from foodstuffs and animal feed. Wash hands after use.
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Breathing equipment: A respirator is generally not necessary when using this product outdoors or in large open areas. In cases of inadequate
ventilation, a respiratory protective device should be worn to prevent overexposure.
Protection of hands: Protective gloves. The glove material has to be impermeable and resistant to the substance. No glove
recommendation can be given.
Eye protection: Tightly sealed goggles
9 - Physical and chemical properties:
General Information:
Form: Aerosol
Color: According to trade name description in section 1.
Odor: Solvent
Boiling point/Boiling range: -44°C (-47°F)
Flash point: -19°C (-2°F)
Ignition temperature: 365.0°C (689°F)
Auto igniting: Product is not self-igniting.
Danger of explosion: Stable at normal temperatures. Can may burst when exposed to temperatures exceeding 120
degrees fahrenheit.
In use, may form flammable/explosive vapour-air mixture.
Lower Explosion Limit: 1.2 Vol %
Upper Explosion Limit: 10.9 Vol %
Vapor Pressure: 40 PSI, 2750 hPa
Density: Not determined.
Specific Gravity: Between 0.77 and 0.90 (Water equals 1.00)
VOC content: 0.54 kg/l / 4.48 lb/gl
VOC in weight percent (less acetone): 53.7 %
Water: 20.6 %
Solids content: 21.6 %
10 - Stability and reactivity:
Conditions to be avoided: Do not allow the can to exceed 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Stable at normal temperatures.
Possibility of Hazardous
Reactions: No dangerous reactions known.
11 - Toxicological information:
Primary effect on the skin: No irritant effect.
Primary effect on the eye: No irritating effect.
Sensitization: No sensitizing effects known.
Additional toxicological
information: Harmful
12 - Ecological information
Other information: This product does not contain any chloroflourocarbons (cfc's),chlorinated solvents, or lead. No specific
ecological data is available for this product.
Acquatic toxicity: Harmful to aquatic organisms.
Hazardous for water, do not empty into drains.
13 - Disposal considerations
DISPOSAL METHOD: Dispose of in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations. Do not puncture, incinerate, or compact.
Partially empty cans cannot be disposed of with regular trash. Do not heat or cut empty containers with
electric or gas torches.
Recommendation: Empty cans should be recycled.
14 - Transport information:
Hazard class: 2.1
Identification number: N/A
Label 2.1
ADR/RID class: 2 5F Gases
UN-Number: 1950
IMDG Class: 2
Packaging group: II
EMS Number: F-D,S-U
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Marine pollutant: No
ICAO/IATA Class: 2.1
Propper shipping name: Aerosols, Flammable
Consumer Commodity ORM-D
15 - Regulations
SARA Section 355 (extremely hazardous substances):
None of the ingredients in this product are listed.
SARA Section 313 (Specific toxic chemical listings):
108-88-3 toluene
1330-20-7 xylene (mix)
TSCA (Toxic Substances
Control Act): All ingredients are listed.
PROPOSITION 65 Chemicals known to cause cancer:
100-41-4 ethyl benzene
PROPOSITION 65 Chemicals known to cause reproductive toxicity:
108-88-3 toluene
Canadian WHMIS: Class A, B5---Flammable Aerosols
EPA: A= Known human carcinogen B= Probable human carcinogen
C= Possible human carcinogen
D= Not classifiable as to human carcinogenicity: Inadequate human and animal evidence of
carcinogenicity (or no data is available).
108-88-3 toluene D
67-64-1 acetone D
1330-20-7 xylene (mix) D
IARC: Group 2B: The ingredient is possibly carcinogenic to humans. There is limited evidence of
carcinogenicity.
Group 3: The ingredient is unclassifiable as to its carcinogenicity to humans.
108-88-3 toluene 3
13463-67-7 titanium dioxide 3
1330-20-7 xylene (mix) 3
ACGIH TLVs: A1-designates a confirmed human carcinogen.
A2-designates a suspected human carcinogen.
A3-designates an animal carcinogen.
A4-designates "not classifiable as a human carcinogen".
108-88-3 toluene A4
13463-67-7 titanium dioxide A4
67-64-1 acetone A4
1330-20-7 xylene (mix) A4
NIOSH:
13463-67-7 titanium dioxide
1333-86-4 Carbon black
USDA (United States Department of Agriculture):
This product was manufactured to conform to the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service
performance standards. These standards include, but are not limited to, the ability of this product to be safe
for use in official meat and poultry establishments, and to perform well under a daily regimen of thorough
cleaning, cyclical temperature change, and wet conditions.
16 Other information
This information is based on our present knowledge. However, this shall not constitute a guarantee for any specific product features and shall not
establish a legally valid contractual relationship.