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Prod. No. 27050 OCT Compound
Issue Date (02-02-00)

Section 2 Composition/Data on Components:
Chemical Ingredients:
10.24% polyvinyl alcohol
4.26% polyethylene glycol
85.5% non-reactive ingredient
NFPA Hazard Rating (4= extreme; 3= high; 2= moderate; 1= slight; 0= insignificant):
Fire= 0; Health= 0; Reactivity= 0
Pursuant to US-OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200, This product is not considered to contain hazardous materials.

Section 3 Hazards Identification:
Man: None determined
Environment: None determined

Section 4 First Aid Measures:
Ingestion: If the patient is conscious, wash out mouth with water and have the patient drink a glass of water or milk to dilute the material. Transport to the hospital for care.
Inhalation: The patient should be transported away from exposure and brought to fresh air. If not breathing, administer artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Transport to the hospital for care.
Eye Contact: Flush eyes immediately with water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if irritation develops.

Section 5 Fire Fighting Measures:
Flash Point: Greater than 450°F
Explosive Limit: NA
Extinguishing Methods: Water fog, regular foam, dry chemicals or carbon dioxide
Fire Fighting Procedures: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus with full body protection
Hazardous Decomposition Products: CO2 and Asphyxiants.

Section 6 Accidental Release Measures:
Spills: Contain spill. Adsorb using suitable media.

Section 7 Handling and Storage:
Store in a cool, well-ventilated area. All electrical equipment in storage and/or handling areas should be installed in accordance with applicable requirements of the National Electrical Code (NEC). Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid breathing mists.

Section 8 Exposure Controls/Personal Protection:
Respiratory Protection: Not normally required. General mechanical or local exhaust should be used to maintain low exposure levels. Avoid prolonged periods of directly breathing vapors. In absence of proper environmental controls, the use of a NIOSH/OSHA respirator is recommended. Respirator use should comply with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134.
Protective Equipment: Use appropriate resistant gloves, chemical splash goggles and normal laboratory work clothing.

Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties:
Boiling Point: ND
Vapor Density (air-1): ND
Solubility in Water: Soluble
Vapor Pressure: ND
Appearance: Viscous, clear to pale yellow, slight alcohol odor.

Section 10 Stability and Reactivity:
Stability: Stable
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Incompatibility: Avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents

Section 11 Toxicological Information:
Chronic Effects of Overexposure: No chronic effects of overexposure are currently known.
Carcinogen or Suspected Carcinogens: Components are not listed as a carcinogen or suspected carcinogens.
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: None currently known.

Acute Exposure Effects:
Inhalation: Inhalation of mists may cause minor respiratory irritation
Ingestion: Swallowing may cause gastrointestinal irritation.
Skin Contact: Prolonged contact may cause mild discomfort
Eye Contact: May cause mild irritation

Section 12 Ecological information:
Ecological effect of this mixture have not been determined.

Section 13 Advise on Disposal:
Disposal Procedures: Dispose of in accordance with all applicable local, state and federal regulations.

Section 14 Transportation information:
DOT Shipping Number: None Assigned
DOT Hazard Classification: None Assigned

Section 15 Regulatory information:
RCRA Hazardous Waste (40CFR261.33): Not Listed
CERCLA Hazardous Substance (40 302.4): Not Listed
SARA Toxic Cemicial (40 CFR 372.65): Not Listed
SARA EHS (Extremely Hazardous Substance) (40 CFR 355): Not Listed

Section 16 Other Information:
None

ND= No Data
NA= Not Applicable