BREWER SCIENCE INC. MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET This Material Safety Data Sheet has been prepared to comply with the EC Directive, Canadian WHMIS and the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard. SECTION 1: IDENTIFICATION Product Name: PSC Developer Manufacturer: Brewer Science, Inc. 2401 Brewer Drive Rolla, MO 65401 Information Phone Number: (573) 364-0300 Fax: (573) 368-3318 Emergency Phone Number: (800) 255-3924 MSDS Date of Preparation: 10/29/99 SECTION 2: HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS Component CAS# % Exposure Limits Tetramethylammonium hydroxide 75-59-2 1-5 None Established (PEL/TLV) Surfactant Proprietary 1-5 None Established (PEL/TLV) Non-Hazardous Components >1% Water 7732-18-5 90-100 None Established (PEL/TLV) SECTION 3: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION EMERGENCY OVERVIEW Colorless liquid with a slight alcohol odor. Not flammable or combustible. May cause eye and skin irritation. Inhalation of vapors or mists may cause mucous membrane and respiratory irritation. Potential Health Effects: Eye: May cause moderate irritation with pain and redness. Skin: May cause redness, irritation and dryness. Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause dermatitis. Inhalation: Inhalation of vapors, mists or aerosols may cause mucous membrane and respiratory irritation. Ingestion: Swallowing may cause mouth, throat and gastrointestinal irritation. Chronic Hazards: Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis. Carcinogen Status: None of the components of this product is listed as a carcinogen by OSHA, IARC or NTP. BSI Document No. F.7.6.1018.A Effective Date: 10/29/99 Page 1 of 5 DCIF:AF0124
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: Pre-existing skin conditions SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES Eye: Rinse thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes, holding the eye lids open to be sure the material is washed out. Get prompt medical attention. Skin: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash contact area thoroughly with soap and water. Get medical attention if irritation or symptoms of exposure develop. Launder clothing before re-use. Inhalation: Remove victim to fresh air. Give artificial respiration if needed. Get immediate medical attention. Ingestion: If the victim is conscious, rinse out the mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Get immediate medical attention. Flash Point: None Flammable Limits: LEL: Not applicable UEL: Not applicable Extinguishing Media: Use any media that is appropriate for the surrounding fire. Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Wear NIOSH approved, positive pressure, selfcontained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing. Cool fire exposed containers with water. Unusual Fire Hazards: None known. Hazardous Decomposition Products: Oxides of carbon, nitrogen and sulfur. SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Spill: Wear appropriate protective clothing including impervious gloves and safety goggles. Ventilate area. Cover with and inert absorbent material and collect into an appropriate container for disposal. Report spills and releases as required to appropriate authorities. SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE Handling: Avoid breathing vapors and mists. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with the eyes, skin and clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke in the work area. Keep containers closed when not in use. Storage: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Keep containers closed when not in use. SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION BSI Document No. F.7.6.1018.A Effective Date: 10/29/99 Page 2 of 5 DCIF:AF0124
Ventilation: Use with adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to maintain exposure levels below the occupational exposure limit. Respiratory Protection: If needed, a NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator with organic vapor cartridges and a dust/mist prefilter may be used. For higher exposures (greater than 10 times the TLV), a supplied air respirator may be required. Respirator selection and use should be based on contaminant type, form and concentration. Follow OSHA 1910.134, ANSI Z88.2 and good Industrial Hygiene practice. Skin Protection: Impervious gloves such as rubber are recommended. Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles recommended. Other Protective Equipment: Impervious clothing as needed to avoid skin contact and contamination of personal clothing. An eye wash facility should be available in the work area. SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Appearance and Odor: Colorless liquid with a slight alcohol odor. No odor threshold data is available for this product or its components. ph: 12 Specific Gravity: Not available Boiling Point: Not available Melting Point: Not available Vapor Pressure: Same as water Water Solubility: 100% Vapor Density: Same as water Evaporation Rate: Same as water SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Stability: Stable Incompatibility/Conditions to Avoid: Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids. Hazardous Decomposition Products: Oxides of carbon, nitrogen and sulfur. Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Tetramethylammonium Hydroxide: No data available Surfactant: Oral rat LD50-1260 mg/kg SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION No ecotoxicity data is available for this product at this time. SECTION 13: DISPOSAL INFORMATION Dispose in accordance with all local, state and federal regulations. SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION BSI Document No. F.7.6.1018.A Effective Date: 10/29/99 Page 3 of 5 DCIF:AF0124
DOT Shipping Name: Not Regulated DOT Hazard Class: None UN Number: N/A DOT Labels Required (49CFR172.101): None Hazardous Substance (49CFR172.101): N/A Reportable Quantity: 20,000 lbs. IATA Shipping Name: Not Regulated IATA Hazard Class: None IATA Hazard Labels Required: None UN Number: N/A SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION U.S. FEDERAL REGULATIONS: CERCLA 103 Reportable Quantity: Product 20, 000 lbs (Based on the RQ of 1,000 lbs. for the proprietary surfactant, 5% max. In case of release above the RQ, contact Brewer Science, Inc. for further innformation.) SARA TITLE III: Hazard Category for Section 311/312: Acute Health, Chronic Health, Fire Hazard Section 313 Toxic Chemicals: This product contains the following chemicals subject to SARA Title III Section 313 Reporting requirements: None Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances (TPQ): None. EPA Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Status: All of the components of this product are listed on the TSCA inventory. This product contains less than 1% isopropanol and is subject to export notification. INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS: Canadian WHMIS Classification: Class D, Division 2, Subdivision B (Toxic Material causing other chronic effects irritant) Canadian Environmental Protection Act: All of the components of this product are listed on the Canadian Domestic Substances List (DSL). European Inventory of Commercial Chemical Substances: All of the components of this product are listed on the EINECS inventory. European Community Labeling Classification: Irritant (Xi) European Community Risk and Safety Phrases: R36/38, S24/25, S26 STATE REGULATIONS: California Proposition 65: These products contain the following substances known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or reproductive harm: None BSI Document No. F.7.6.1018.A Effective Date: 10/29/99 Page 4 of 5 DCIF:AF0124
SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION HMIS Ratings: Health - 2 Flammability - 0 Reactivity - 0 NFPA Ratings: Health - 1 Flammability - 0 Reactivity - 0 This above information is believed to be correct but does not propose to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. Brewer Science shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product. BSI Document No. F.7.6.1018.A Effective Date: 10/29/99 Page 5 of 5 DCIF:AF0124