MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Section I. Identity Product Name: AMALFI TBHQ Food Grade Antioxidant Manufacturer: AMALFI INGREDIENTS Manufacturer’s Address: 94 E. Jefryn Blvd,Unit H, Deer Park, NY 11729 Manufacturer’s Phone #: 631-392-1526 Chemtrec Phone #: 800-424-9300 Date Prepared: JUNE 2006 Section II. Hazardous Ingredients/Identity Information Hazardous Components (Specific Chemical Identity: Common Name (s)) Other limits recommended % OSHA PEL ACGIH Threshold Limit Value (units) Components: Tert-butylhydroquinone CAS # 1948-33-0 Section III. Physical/Chemical Characteristics Boiling Point: 295oC (563oF) Vapor Pressure (mm Hg.): Negligible Vapor Density (AIR=1): N/A Solubility in Water: Moderate Specific Gravity (H2O=1): 1.05 @ 20o C (68o F) Melting Point: 125o C (257o F) Evaporation Rate (Butil Acetate=1): Negligible Appearance & Odor: White, tan with slight odor Section IV. Fire & Explosion Hazard Data Flash Point: 171o C (340o F) open cup Flammable Limits: N/A Extinguishing Media: Water spray; carbon dioxide CO2; dry chemical LEL: N/A UEL: N/A Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing. Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards: Powered material may form explosive dust-air mixtures. Section V. Health Hazard Data OSHA Regulate: Carcinogen – NTP Program: N/A Carcinogen – IARC Program: N/A Health Hazards (Acute Chronic): N/A Signs & Symptoms of Exposure: May cause eye and skin irritation. Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: Routes of Entry: Inhalation - yes, skin - yes, ingestion - possible Emergency First Aid: EYES: Immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If easy to do, remove contact lenses. Get medical attention if symptoms persist. SKIN: Immediately flush with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Destroy or thoroughly clean contaminated shoes. INGESTION: Call a physician or poison control center immediately. Induce vomiting as directed by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. INHALATION: Move to fresh air. Treat symptomatically. Get medical attention if symptoms persist. Section VI. Reactivity Data Stability: Stable Conditions to Avoid: N/A Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): Material can react with strong oxidizing agents. Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts: Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur Section VII. Precautions for Safe Handling and Use: Steps to Be Taken in Case Materials are Released or Spilled: Sweep up and place in a container for chemical waste. Waste Disposal Method: Discharge, treatment, or disposal may be subject to national, state or local laws. Incinerate. Precautions to Be Taken in Handling and Storing: Keep container closed. Other Precautions: Keep from contact with oxidizing materials. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Section VIII. Control Measures Eye Protection: Safety glasses with side shields (or goggles) Local Exhaust: Recommended Respiratory Protection: May be needed in special circumstances. Use approved respirators (OSHA standard). Other Protective Clothing or Equipment: Wear chemical-resistant boots and protective clothing appropriate for the risk of exposure. Protective Gloves: Recommended Ventilation: Good general ventilation (typically 10 air changes per hour). Ventilation rates should be matched to conditions. Work/Hygienic Practices: Eye bath, washing facilities, safety shower. DISCLAIMER: The information in this MSDS was obtained from current and reliable sources. However , the data is provided without any warranty , expressed or implied, regarding its correctness or accuracy. Since the conditions of handling, storage and disposal of this product are beyond our control, it is the responsibility of the user both to determine safe conditions for use of this product and to assume full responsibility for loss, injury and expense arising out of product’s improper use. No warranty, expressed or inferred, regarding the product described in this MSDS shall be created or inferred by any statement in this MSDS. Various government agencies may have specific regulations regarding the transportation, handling, storage use or disposal of this product which may not be covered in this MSDS. The user is responsible for full compliance. |