MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETComplies with OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200SECTION 1: CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
 Company
                      Address: Blue
                    Star Industries, Inc.
                 24 Hour
                      Emergency Telephone:
                    CHEM-TEL (800) 255-3924
                 Phone Number for Information: (845)226-4141 Mon - Fri, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm ESTSECTION 2: COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
 *This chemical is subject to the reporting requirement of SARA Section 313. SECTION 3: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATIONEmergency Overview: Clear colorless liquid with mild chloroform odor. Contents under pressure.Prolonged exposure to sunlight or heat may cause bursting of can. Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors or contact with skin and eyes. Potential Health Effects:
                 
 Chronic: Prolonged overexposure may contribute to liver
                abnormalities,
                kidney damage.
                 SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURESIf Inhaled: Move to fresh air. Give oxygen to exposed person, if necessary.If Swallowed: Do NOT induce vomiting. Drink two glasses of water and contact physician, hospital, or poison control center. If In Eyes: Flush thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes. If On Skin: Wash affected area with soap and water. Note to Physician: Do not give stimulants. Epinephrine
                or ephedrine
                may adversely affect
                 SECTION 5: FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
 Extinguishing Media: Water fog, dry chemical, carbon dioxide Fire & Explosion Hazards: Aerosol cans are under
                pressure
                - exposure to temperatures
                 Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon
                dioxide,
                hydrogen chloride,
                 Flammability Classification: (NFPA) Level 1 Aerosol SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURESIn case of spill or accidental release: Use absorbent material to soak up liquid.Place used absorbents into closed DOT-approved containers for disposal. SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGEPrecautions for Handling and Storage: Shake well before using. Keep away from heat, sparksand open flames. Prolonged exposure to direct sunshine or storage above 120oF may cause can to burst. Do not puncture or incinerate can. SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTIONRespiratory Protection:Not required when used as directed.Ventilation: General ventilation should be provided. Protective Gloves: PVA or Neoprene gloves may be used
                 Work & Hygienic Practices: Wash hands thoroughly after use. SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIESAppearance & Odor: Clear colorless liquid with mild chloroform odor.
 SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITYStability: (Conditions to Avoid) Stable. Avoid open flames and high temperatures.Incompatibility: (Specific Materials to Avoid) Strong oxidizers & alkalies, reactive metals (such as aluminum), water Hazardous Decomposition Products: Hydrogen chloride,
                phosgene
                 SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATIONInformation is based on available data on product components. Product as a wholehas not been evaluated. Oral: LD50 (rat) = 4900 - 7000 mg/kg
                 Eye Irritation: moderate
                 SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATIONDo not allow product to enter sewers, streams or other bodies of water.Trichloroethylene is slightly toxic to aquatic life. SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONSAlways use up product according to label directions before disposal.Offer empty container for recycling where facilities exist. If
                recycling
                is not available, wrap empty
                 SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION
 SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATIONOSHA: This product is considered hazardous based on the criteria listed in theFederal OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200. TSCA: All chemical components are listed in the TSCA inventory. NJ Right to Know: In addition to the hazardous
                components listed
                in section 2, this product contains
                 California Prop 65: This product contains
                Trichloroethylene,
                a chemical known to
                 SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATIONHMIS Ratings: (0=minimal, 1=slight, 2=moderate, 3=serious, 4=severe)Health - 2 Flammability - 1 Reactivity - 0 Last Revision Date: 6/8/02
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