Material Safety Data Sheet

Product No. 16054 Graphite Extender

Issue Date (01-31-06)

Review Date (09-19-06)

Section 1: Product and Company Identification

Product Name: Graphite Extender

Synonym: 2-Propanol, Isopropanol

Company Name

Ted Pella, Inc. and PELCO International, P.O. Box 492477, Redding, CA 96049-2477
Domestic Phone  (800) 237-3526 (Mon-Thu. 6:00AM to 4:30PM PST; Fri 6:00AM to 4:00PM PST)

International Phone (01) (530) 243-2200 (Mon-Thu. 6:00AM to 4:30PM PST; Fri 6:00AM to 4:00PM PST)

Chemtrec Emergency Number 1-800-424-9300 24 hrs a day.

Section 2: Composition / Information on Ingredients

Principle Hazardous Component(s) (chemical and common name(s)) (Cas. No)	%	OSHA PEL mg/m3	ACGIH  TLV mg/m3	NTP	IARC	OSHA regulated
2-Propanol (67-63-0)	99.5+	980	980	No	No	No

Section 3: Hazard Identification
Emergency overview

Appearance: Clear liquid, colorless.

Immediate effects: Irritating to eyes and skin. Vapors may cause drowsiness and dizziness. Affects central nervous system. Target organs: Nerves, kidneys, G.I. system, cardiovascular system. Overexposure may cause mild, reversible liver effects.

Potential health effects

Primary Routes of entry: Inhalation, ingestion, skin.
Signs and Symptoms of Overexposure:
Eyes: Causes eye irritation.

Skin: Causes skin irritation. Skin Absorption: May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.

Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed.

Inhalation: May be harmful if inhaled. Material may be irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.

Chronic Exposure: Can cause central nervous system (CNS) depression. Prolonged exposure can cause: Nausea, headache, and vomiting. Narcotic effect: Drowsiness. To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.

Chemical Listed As Carcinogen Or Potential Carcinogen: This product is or contains a component that is not classifiable as to its carcinogenicity based on its IARC, ACGIH, NTP, or EPA classification.

See Toxicological Information (Section11)

Potential environmental effects

See Ecological Information (Section 12)

Section 4: First Aid Measures
If accidental overexposure is suspected

Eye(s) Contact: Immediately flush eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes.

Skin Contact: Immediately wash skin with soap and copious amounts of water.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.

Ingestion: Immediately wash out mouth with water provided is conscious. Call a physician.

Note to physician

Treatment: NIF

Medical Conditions generally Aggravated by Exposure: NIF

Section 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point: 53 °F (12 °C) Method: closed cup
Flammable Limits: Lower: 2.5% Upper: 12 %

Auto-ignition point: 399 °C
Fire Extinguishing Media: Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or “alcohol” foam.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: For large fires: Apply water from as far as possible. Use very large quantities (flooding) of water applied as a mist or spray. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent content with skin and eyes. Use water spray to cool fire-exposed containers.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Vapor may travel considerable distance to source of ignition and flash back. Container explosion may occur under fire conditions.

Hazardous combustion products: Flammable liquid. Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions. Carbon dioxide and Carbon monoxide.

DOT Class: Flammable Liquid.

Section 6: Accidental Release Measures
Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled: Evacuate area. Shut off all sources of ignition. Use non-sparking tools. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, rubber boots, and heavy rubber gloves. Cover with dry-lime, sand, or soda ash. Place in covered containers using non-sparking tools and transport outdoors. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose of waste according to Federal, State and Local Regulations.

Section 7: Handling and Storage
Precautions to be Taken in Handling and Storage: Handling: Do not breathe vapor. Do not get into eyes or on skin or clothing. Storage: Keep tightly closed. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Store in a cool dry place. Handle and store under nitrogen. Special requirements: Handle and store under inert gas. Hygroscopic.

Storage temperature: ND

Storage Pressure: ND

Section 8: Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Engineering Controls

Ventilation required: A system of local and/or general mechanical exhaust required.

Personal Protection Equipment

Respiratory protection: Government approved respirators.

Protective gloves: Compatible chemical-resistant gloves.
Skin protection: Protective clothing.
Eye protection: Chemical safety goggles.
Additional clothing and/or equipment: Safety showers and eye bath. Use non-sparking tools.  

Exposure Guidelines

See Composition/Information on Ingredients (Section2)

Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance and Physical State: Colorless liquid.

Odor (threshold): 50 ppm

Specific Gravity (H2O=1): 0.785 g/cm3

Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): 33 mmHg @ 20 °C

Vapor Density (air=1): 2.1 g/l

Percent Volatile by volume: NA

 

Evaporation Rate (butyl acetate=1): 3

Boiling Point: 80 – 83 °C

Freezing point / melting point: -88 °C/ -89.5 °C
pH: NA
Solubility in Water: Complete
Molecular Weight: 60.1 AMU

Section 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability: Stable Conditions of Instability: May form peroxides of unknown stability.
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, sparks and open flames.

Materials to Avoid (Incompatibility): Oxidizing agents, acids, acid anhydrides, halogens, aluminum.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.

Section 11: Toxicological Information

Results of component toxicity test performed:

Oral, Rat LD50: 5045 mg/kg. Remarks: Behavioral: Altered sleep time (including change in righting reflex). Behavioral: Somnolence (general depressed activity). Inhalation, Rat LC50: 16,000 ppm. Intraperitoneal, Rat LD50: 2735 mg/kg. Intravenous, Rat LD50: 1088 mg/kg.

 

Oral, Mouse LD50: 3600 mg/kg. Remarks: Behavioral: Altered sleep time (including change in righting reflex). Behavioral: Somnolence (general depressed activity). Intraperitoneal, Mouse LD50: 4477 mg/kg. Intravenous, Mouse LD50: 1509 mg/kg.

 

Oral, Rabbit LD50: 6410 mg/kg. Skin, Rabbit LD50: 12800 mg/kg. Intraperitoneal, Rabbit LD50: 667 mg/kg. Intravenous, Rabbit LD50: 1184 mg/kg. Intraperitoneal, Guinea pig LD50: 2560 mg/kg. Intraperitoneal, Hamster LD50: 3444 mg/kg.

 

Irritation Data: Skin, Rabbit: 500mg. Remarks: Mild irritation effect. Eyes, Rabbit: 100 mg. Remarks: Severe irritation effect. Eyes, Rabbit: 10 mg. Remarks: Moderate irritation effect. Eyes, Rabbit: 100mg 24H. Remarks: Moderate irritation effect.

 

Chronic Exposure – Teratogen: Oral, Rat: 8 gm/kg. Exposure time: (6-15 D PREG). Results: Effects on Embryo or Fetus: Fetotoxicity (except death, e.g., stunted fetus). Oral, Rat: 32,400 ug/kg. Exposure time: (26W PRE). Results: Effects on Embryo or Fetus: Fetal death. Inhalation, Rat: 3500 ppm/7H. Exposure time: (1-19D PREG). Results: Effects on Embryo or Fetus: Fetotoxicity (except death, e.g., stunted fetus). Inhalation, Rat: 7000 ppm/7H. Exposure time: (1-19D PREG). Results: Specific Developmental Abnormalities: Musculoskeletal system.  Chronic Exposure – Mutagen: Inhalation, Rat: 1030 ug/m3/16W-I. Mutation test: Cytogenetic analysis. Chronic Exposure – Reproductive Hazard: Oral, Rat: 11340 mg/kg. Exposure time: (45D PRE). Results: Maternal Effects: Menstrual cycle changes or disorders. Oral, Rat: 5040 mg/kg. Exposure time: (1-20 PREG). Results: Effects on Fertility: Litter size (e.g.; # fetuses per litter; measured before birth). Oral, Rat: 3500 gm/kg. Exposure time: (Multigenerational). Results: Effects on Fertility: Mating performance (e.g. # sperm positive females per # females mated; # copulations per # estrus cycles). Inhalation, Rat: 10,000 ppm/7H. Exposure time: (1-19D PREG) Results: Effects on Fertility: Pre-implantation mortality (e.g., reduction in numbers of implants per female; total number of implants per corpora lutea). Effects on Fertility: Post-implantation mortality (e.g., dead and/or resorbed implants per total numbers of implants). Effects on Embryo or Fetus: Fetal death. Oral, Rabbit: 6240 mg/kg. Exposure time: (6-18D PREG). Results: Maternal Effects: Other effects.

 

Human experience:

Oral LDLO: 5272 mg/kg. Remarks: Behavioral: Coma Vascular: BP lowering not characterized in autonomic section. Lungs, Thorax. Respiration: Chronic pulmonary edema. Oral LDLO: 3570 mg/kg. Remarks: Coma. Lungs, Thorax. Respiration: Respiratory depression. Gastrointestinal: Nausea or vomiting.

 

IARC Carcinogen List, rating: Group 3. This product is or contains a component that is not classifiable as to its carcinogenicity based on its IARC, ACGIH, NTP, or EPA classification.

This product does not contain any compounds listed by NTP or IARC or regulated by OSHA as a carcinogen.

Section 12: Ecological Information

Ecological Information: Acute Ecotoxicity Tests: Test Type: LC50 Fish. Species: Pimephales promelas (Fathead minnow). Time: 96h. Value: 9,640 mg/l. Test Type: EC50 Daphnia. Species: Daphnia magna. Time: 24h. Value: 5,102 mg/l. Test Type: EC50 Algae. Species: Scenedesmus subspicatus. Time: 72h. Value: > 1,000mg/l.

Chemical Fate Information: NIF

Section 13 Disposal Considerations

RCRA 40 CFR 261 Classification: Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material. Burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber but exert extra care in igniting as this material is highly flammable. Observe all Federal, State and local laws governing disposal of materials can differ. Ensure proper disposal compliance with proper authorities before disposal.

Section 14: Transportation Information

US DOT Information: Proper shipping name: Isopropanol [or] Isopropyl alcohol

Hazard Class: 3

Packaging group: II

UN Number: UN1219

Limitations: NA

IATA: Proper shipping name: Isopropanol [or] Isopropyl alcohol

Hazard Class: 3

Packing group: II

UN Number: UN1219

Limitations: NA

Domestic shipments only:

IMO: Proper shipping name: Isopropanol

Class: 3

UN Number: 1219

Packing group: II

EMS: NA

MFAG: NA

Marine Pollutant: NIF

Canadian TDG: NIF

IMDG Page: NIF

Limitations: NIF

Section 15: Regulatory Information

United States Federal Regulations

MSDS complies with OSHA’s Hazard Communication Rule 29, CFR 1910.1200.

SARA: Yes. Demonisms: 0.1%. Notes: This product is subject to SARA section 313 reporting requirements.

SARA Title III: No

RCRA: No

TSCA: This product is listed in the TSCA inventory.

CERCLA: No

RTECS Number: NT8050000

State Regulations

California Proposition 65: None

International Regulations

Canada WHMIS: This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the CPR, and the MSDS contains all the information required by the CPR. DSL: Yes. NDSL: No.

Europe EINECS Numbers: NIF

 

Section 16: Other Information

Label Information: Highly Flammable. Irritant.

European Risk and Safety Phrases: Highly flammable. Irritating to eyes. R: 11 36 67. Risk Statements: Vapors may cause drowsiness and dizziness. S: 7 16 24/25 26. Safety Statements: Keep container tightly closed. Keep away from sources of ignition – no smoking. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.  

European symbols needed: F-Xi

Canadian WHMIS Symbols: NA

HMIS® Hazard Rating: Health: 2*; Fire: 3; Reactivity: 1
(0=least, 1=Slight, 2=Moderate, 3=High, 4=Extreme)

*additional chronic hazards present.

NFPA Hazard Rating: Health: 2; Fire: 3; Reactivity: 1
(0=least, 1=Slight, 2=Moderate, 3=High, 4=Extreme)

 

Abbreviations used in this document

NE= Not established

NA= Not applicable

NIF= No Information Found

ND= No Data

Disclaimer
Ted Pella, Inc. makes no warranty of any kind regarding the information furnished herein. Users should independently determine the suitability and completeness of information from all sources. While this data is presented in good faith and believed to be accurate, it should be considered only as a supplement to other information gathered by the user. It is the User's responsibility to assure the proper use and disposal of these materials as well as the safety and health of all personnel who may work with or otherwise come in contact with these materials.

 

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