Zep Manufacturing Co. of Canada 11627 178th Street Edmonton, Alberta T5S 1N6 1-800-I-BUY-ZEP
Material Safety Data Sheet
and Safe Handling and Disposal Information
Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification Product name Zep Express Wax - Improved Auto Polishing Compound Product Use Product Code 0825 Date of issue 09/15/06 Supersedes09/24/03
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Printing date: 20/09/06
Prepared by Technical Services Group Zep Manufacturing Co. of Canada 11627 178th Street Edmonton, Alberta T5S 1N6 Date of Preparation : 09/15/06
CAS #
8008-20-6
Section 2. Composition, Information on Ingredients
Name of Hazardous Ingredients
KEROSENE; techsene; fuel oil; coal oil
% by Weight
10 - 30 LD50 LD50 LC50 Not
Toxicity Data
Rat. Rat. Rat Not available. available. Not Not available. available. Oral Dermal Inhalation Not available. Not available. 8000 mg/kg 4000 mg/kg 14 (4 hour(s)) Not available. Not available.
SILICA, AMORPHOUS; Diatomaceous Earth; Silicon Dioxide ALIPHATIC NAPHTHA; ligroin; stoddard solvent
7631-86-9 8052-41-3
5 - 10 10 - 30
Section 3. Hazards Identification Acute Effects Routes of EntryDermal contact. Inhalation. Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant). Prolonged or repeated contact may dry skin and cause irritation. Skin Hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant). Inflammation of the eye is characterized by redness, watering, and itching. Eyes Inhalation Hazardous in case of inhalation. Over-exposure by inhalation may cause respiratory irritation. Can cause central nervous system depression. Ingestion Harmful if swallowed. Aspiration hazard if swallowed- can enter lungs and cause damage. The substance may be toxic to blood, kidneys, lungs, the reproductive system, liver, mucous Chronic Effects membranes, brain, skin, eyes, central nervous system (CNS). Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage. Prolonged or repeated contact may dry skin and cause irritation.
Additional information : See Toxicological Information (section 11)
Section 4. First Aid Measures Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water Eye Contact for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention. In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Skin Contact Wash clothing before reuse. Get medical attention if irritation develops. If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give Inhalation oxygen. Get medical attention. Aspiration hazard if swallowed- can enter lungs and cause damage. If vomiting occurs, keep head lower Ingestion than hips to help prevent aspiration. Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention immediately. Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures Flammable LimitsNot available. Closed cup: 60°C (140°F). Flash Point Combustible material. Flammability Auto-ignition Temperature Use DRY chemicals, CO, water spray or foam. Do not release runoff from fire to sewers or Fire-Fighting Procedures 2 waterways. Vapors may accumulate in low or confined areas, travel considerable distance to source of ignition and Fire Hazard flash back. Products of Combustion carbon oxides (CO, CO) 2 Explosion hazard
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Product Code 0825
Material Safety Data Sheet
Product Name Zep Express Wax - Improved
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures Spill Clean up Absorb with an inert material and put the spilled material in an appropriate waste disposal. Section 7. Handling and Storage Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Use only with adequate Handling ventilation. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not reuse container. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Storage Avoid all possible sources of ignition (spark or flame). Protect from freezing. Keep out of the reach of children. Section 8. Exposure Controls, Personal Protection Engineering Controls Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapors below their respective occupational exposure limits. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are proximal to the work-station location. Personal Protection Protective Clothing (Pictograms) Safety glasses. Eyes Hands and Body For prolonged or repeated handling, use PVC gloves. Respiratory Use with adequate ventilation. A respirator is not needed under normal and intended conditions of product use.
Exposure Limits
Name of Hazardous Ingredients
Kerosene Aliphatic Naphtha
CAS # 8008-20-6
8052-41-3
Amorphous Silica
7631-86-9
Exposure Limits ACGIH TLV (United States). TWA: 200 mg/m3 8 hour(s). Form: Total Hydrocarbon Vapor OSHA PEL (United States). TWA: 100 ppm 8 hour(s). ACGIH TLV (United States). TWA: 100 ppm 8 hour(s). ACGIH TLV (United States). : 0.1 mg/m3
Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties Physical State Liquid. (Viscous liquid.) 6.5 - 8.5 pH 167.77°C (334°F) Boiling Point Freezing Point Not available. Specific Gravity 0.95 (Water = 1) Very slightly soluble in cold water, hot water. Solubility
Color White. Odor Banana-like. Sweetish. Vapor Pressure 0.3 kPa (2 mmHg) (at 20°C) Vapor Density 4.9 (Air = 1) Evaporation Rate<1 compared to Butyl acetate. VOC (Consumer) 26.5% 2.2 lb/gal 263.5 (g/l).
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity The product is stable. Stability and Reactivity Reactive with OXIDIZING AGENTS, acids. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Incompatibility Will not occur. Reactivity Hazardous Decomposition Products carbon oxides (CO, CO) 2 Section 11. Toxicological Information Ingredients: Not listed as carcinogen by OSHA, NTP or IARC. Carcinogenic Effects Reproductive Effects Mutagenic Effects Teratogenic Effects Section 12. Ecological Information Not available. Ecotoxicity Biodegradable/OECD Not available. Section 13. Disposal Considerations Waste Information Waste must be disposed according to applicable regulations. Consult your local or regional authorities. Section 14. Transport Information
Regulatory Information TDG Classification UN number Proper shipping name Class Packing Group Label Additional information
Waste Stream Non-regulated waste
Not a TDG controlled material.
Limited Quantity: Small quantities of controlled goods are not regulated as Dangerous Goods according to the TDG regulations.
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Product Code 0825
Material Safety Data Sheet
Product Name Zep Express Wax - Improved
Section 15. Regulatory Information Class B-3: Combustible liquid with a flash point between 37.8°C (100°F) and 93.3°C (200°F). WHMIS (Canada) Class D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects (TOXIC). Not available. Other Regulations
This product has been classifed according to the hazard criteria of the CPR and the MSDS contains all of the available information required by the CPR.
Section 16. Other Information
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above named supplier nor any of its subsidiaries assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein. Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials may present unknown hazards and should be used with cautio Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards that exis