MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET (MSDS)

TROY CHEMICAL CORP. Grotan

1 Avenue L FOR MSDS INFORMATION: (973) 589-2500
Newark, NJ 07105 24 HOUR EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBER Effective Date: October 3, 2001
CHEMTREC 1-800-424-9300 Replaces: March 4, 1999
1. PRODUCT & COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT NAME Grotan
CHEMICAL NAME Not applicable
CHEMICAL FAMILY Not applicable MANUFACTURER Troy Chemical Corporation
FORMULA Proprietary 1 Avenue L
SYNONYMS None Newark, N.J. 07105
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
The listed components are considered to be hazardous based on OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard. For further regulatory information, see Section 15.
CHEMICAL NAME CAS# % AGENCY EXPOSURE LIMITS
Hexahydro-1,3,5-tris(2-hydroxyethyl)
-s-triazine 4719-04-4 78.5 Not applicable None established
OSHA Regulatory Status: This product is classified as hazardous under OSHA regulations.
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION - POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Grotan is a water white to pale yellow viscous liquid with a mild characteristic odor. Highly alkaline, pH=10.8. May be harmful if swallowed.
May cause severe eye irritation and irreversible corneal damage. Excessive heat will result in decomposition to formaldehyde. Avoid
contamination of streams and sewers.
ROUTES OF ENTRY Ingestion, skin contact, eyes, inhalation
INGESTION Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, and vomiting.
SKIN May cause mild skin irritation.
EYE CONTACT May cause moderate to severe eye irritation and irreversible corneal damage if not washed from eyes promptly.
INHALATION May cause respiratory irritation.
CHRONIC EFFECTS
Same as effects reported above for acute exposure. There are no other known or reported chronic effects.
TARGET ORGANS None known
CARCINOGENICITY This product (or component) is not listed as a carcinogen according to OSHA, NTP, IARC, and ACGIH.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE
There are no known conditions aggravated by exposure to this product.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
INGESTION Drink promptly a large quantity of gelatin solution or, if this is not available, large quantities of water. Never give anything by
mouth to an unconscious person. Avoid alcohol. Do not induce vomiting. If vomiting occurs, keep head lower than hips to
prevent aspiration. Get medical attention.
SKIN CONTACT Remove contaminated clothing and shoes promptly. Wash affected areas with soap or mild detergent and large amounts of
water until no evidence of chemical remains (approximately 15 minutes). If irritation or redness develops, get medical
attention. Wash clothing before reuse.
EYE CONTACT Wash eyes immediately with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention immediately.
INHALATION Remove from exposure area to fresh air promptly. If breathing is difficult, oxygen should be administered by qualified
personnel. If breathing has stopped, perform artificial respiration. Keep person warm and at rest. Treat symptomatically and
supportively. Get medical attention.
NOTES TO PHYSICIAN This product is highly alkaline, pH=10.8. Probable mucosal damage may contraindicate use of gastric lavage.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FLASH POINT >93C (200F) (ASTM D56-79 Tag Closed-Cup)
FLAMMABLE LIMITS Not determined
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE Not determined
FLAMMABILITY CLASS Combustible liquid - Class IIIB
HAZARDOUS PRODUCTS Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and formaldehyde.
OF COMBUSTION
FIRE EXTINGUISHING MEDIA Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray, or regular foam.
FIRE FIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS Move container from fire area if you can do it without risk. Apply cooling water to sides of containers that are
exposed to flames until well after fire is out. Avoid breathing vapors, keep upwind. Positive pressure
self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece and structural firefighters' protective clothing will provide
limited protection.
UNUSUAL FIRE & EXPLOSION Contact may cause burns to eyes. Runoff from fire control or dilution water may cause pollution. Excessive heat
HAZARDS in excess of 147C (297F) will result in decomposition to formaldehyde.
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET (MSDS)
TROY CHEMICAL CORP. Grotan
1 Avenue L FOR MSDS INFORMATION: (973) 589-2500
Newark, NJ 07105 24 HOUR EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBER Effective Date: October 3, 2001
CHEMTREC 1-800-424-9300 Replaces: March 4, 1999
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Keep unnecessary people away; isolate hazard area and deny entry. Stay upwind; keep out of low areas. Wear protective equipment as
specified in Section 8. Positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus and structural firefighters' protective clothing will provide limited
protection. Shut off ignition sources; no flares, smoking, or flames in hazard area. Stop leak if you can do it without risk. For small spills,
absorb with vermiculite or other noncombustible absorbent material and place into containers for later disposal. For large spills, dike far
ahead of liquid spill for later disposal. If water pollution occurs, notify the appropriate authorities.
Observe all Federal, State, and Local regulations regarding notifications of accidental releases.
7. HANDLING & STORAGE
Avoid contact with skin, eyes, or clothing. Avoid breathing vapor or mist. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container tightly closed. Use
only with adequate ventilation. Store away from incompatible substances in a cool, dry, ventilated area. Prolonged contact with brass,
copper, or aluminum piping, containers or equipment should be avoided to prevent possible corrosive effects to these metals. Do not
contaminate water, food, or feed by storage or disposal.
Observe all Federal, State, and Local regulations when storing or disposing of this substance.
8. PERSONAL PROTECTION/EXPOSURE CONTROLS
VENTILATION Provide local exhaust or process enclosure ventilation to minimize exposure.
EYE/FACE PROTECTION If potential for contact with liquid exists, use splash-proof safety goggles and a faceshield.
SKIN PROTECTION Wear impervious gloves and apron to prevent skin contact. Wear impermeable suit if exposure is possible to a
large portion of the body.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION A respiratory protection program meeting OSHA 1910.134 must be followed whenever workplace conditions
warrant the use of a respirator. If exposure may exceed recommended limits, a NIOSH/MSHA-approved
respirator should be used based on exposure levels found in the workplace.
OTHER Eyewash and safety shower should be available within the immediate work area for emergency use.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
APPEARANCE Water white to pale yellow viscous liquid SPECIFIC GRAVITY AT 25C. (Water=1) 1.145-1.16
ODOR Mild characteristic odor WATER SOLUBILITY Soluble
INITIAL BOILING POINT 100C (212F) pH 10.3-11.3
VAPOR PRESSURE AT 20C. Unknown EVAPORATION RATE (Butyl acetate=1) <1
VAPOR DENSITY (Air=1) >1 % VOLATILES BY WEIGHT 21% nominal
10. STABILITY & REACTIVITY
REACTIVITY Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID Avoid heat or sources of ignition.
INCOMPATIBILITY Avoid contact with strong acids, bases, and oxidizers.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION Decomposition may release carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and formaldehyde.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION Hazardous polymerization does not occur.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ACUTE ORAL EFFECTS
LD50 (oral, rat) - 535-580 mg/kg
ACUTE SKIN EFFECTS
LD50 (dermal, rabbit) >2000 mg/kg. Mild skin irritation.
ACUTE EYE EFFECTS
Moderate to severe irritation (rabbit). Corneal damage may be irreversible if not washed from eyes promptly.
ACUTE INHALATION EFFECTS
Not determined
SUBCHRONIC EFFECTS AND OTHER STUDIES
Skin sensitization reactions associated with this product have been reported. However, the number of sensitization responses
is very low. There is also information that allergic sensitivity, if it occurs, is lost at a fairly rapid rate.
4 week inhalation toxicity (guinea pigs) - Guinea pigs were exposed to aerosol mists from cutting fluid solutions containing 0.15% and 1.5%
Grotan (plus 3% cutting oil and water) for 8/hrs/day, 5 days/wk. The nominal concentrations for the 0.15% and 1.5% Grotan cutting
fluids were 15 and 21 mg/L, respectively. The animals exhibited signs of eye irritation after the second week of exposure. Three
animals died in 1.5% Grotan group and one animal died in the 0.15% Grotan group. Necropsy of these animals revealed haemorrhagic
lungs. Whether or not the lung lesions were related to Grotan exposure was not established. No other abnormalities that could be
attributed to Grotan were reported.
Fifteen applications (5 days/week) of Grotan diluted to 0.15%, 0.75%, and 1.5% in 3% cutting oil/water fluid produced no adverse effects on
rabbits.
Mutagenicity testing - Micronucleus test; dermal, oral and subcutaneous doses - not mutagenic.
For additional information on active ingredients, contact Troy Chemical Corporation.
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET (MSDS)
TROY CHEMICAL CORP. Grotan
1 Avenue L FOR MSDS INFORMATION: (973) 589-2500
Newark, NJ 07105 24 HOUR EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBER Effective Date: October 3, 2001
CHEMTREC 1-800-424-9300 Replaces: March 4, 1999
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ECOTOXICITY Do not apply directly to water or wetlands. Do not contaminate water when disposing of equipment washwaters.
LC50 (bluegill sunfish, adult) - 44.8 mg/l
LC50 (bluegill sunfish, Fingerlings) - 27 mg/l
LC50 (rainbow trout) - 67.3 mg/l
ENVIRONMENTAL This product may cause adverse environmental impact. Avoid contamination of streams and sewers.
FATE
13. DISPOSAL INFORMATION
RCRA HAZARDOUS WASTE This product is not a RCRA hazardous waste by definition.
WASTE DISPOSAL PROCEDURE The user of this material has the responsibility to dispose of unused material, residues, and containers in
compliance with all Federal, State, and Local Regulations
14. TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
DOT, IATA, IMDG
This product does not meet the definition of any hazard class and therefore is not subject to DOT, IATA, and IMDG Regulations.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
CERCLA SECTION 103 (40CFR302.4)
This product does not contain any chemicals that are reportable to the National Response Center under the Comprehensive Environmental
Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA).
SARA SECTION 302 (40CFR355.30), SARA SECTION 304 (40CFR355.40)
This product does not contain any chemicals that require emergency planning based on Threshold Planning Quantities (TPQ) or release
reporting based on Reportable Quantities (RQ).
SARA HAZARD CATEGORIES, SARA SECTIONS 311/312 (40CFR370.21)
ACUTE CHRONIC FIRE REACTIVE PRESSURE
X
SARA SECTION 313 (40CFR372.65)
This product does not contain any chemicals subject to the reporting requirements of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act of 1986.
CHEMICAL INVENTORIES
The ingredients of this product are all on the following Chemical Substance Inventories or are exempt.
TSCA EINECS DSL AICS ECL ENCS PICCS
X X X X X X X
U.S. Europe Canada Australia Korea Japan Philippines
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
This product does not contain any chemicals that are currently on the list of Known Carcinogens and Reproductive Toxins.
STATE RIGHT-TO-KNOW
This product is regulated by the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) and is exempt from State Right-to-Know labeling
requirements when labeled with an approved EPA label.
EPA Registration No. 365-76
16. OTHER
REVISIONS Prepared by: Environmental and Regulatory Affairs Dept.
This MSDS has been revised in the following sections: (revisions indicated in left border)
Revised format, revisions throughout MSDS
ABBREVIATIONS
PNOC - Particulates not otherwise classified PNOR - Particulates not otherwise regulated
STEL - Short-term exposure limit TLV - Threshold limit value TWA - Time-weighted average
HMIS RATING NFPA RATING
HEALTH FLAMMABILITY REACTIVITY PERSONAL PROTECTION HEALTH FLAMMABILITY REACTIVITY
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The information contained in this MSDS is believed to be accurate and reliable as of issue date, but no representation, guarantee, or warranty,
express or implied is made to the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of the information. It is provided for the purpose of complying with hazard
communication regulations. It is not intended as performance information or specifications for the product. It is the user's responsibility to
determine the suitability of the product for his own use. Troy does not assume legal responsibility for reliance on information herein.
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