3M Canada Company Post Office Box 5757 London, Ontario N6A 4T1 Medical Emergency Telephone: (519)451-2500, Ext. 2222 ======================================================================= Material Safety Data Sheet ======================================================================= Document id : 10-3799-3 Issue date : 08/02/2001 Version : 17.00 Supersedes date : 07/08/2001 Prepared by: Environmental Health and Safety Services Department, 3M Canada Company. Telephone: (519) 452-6102, Fax: (519) 452-6015. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 Product Identification ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Tradename: FC-100 FLUORAD BRAND FLUOROCHEMICAL SURFACTANT-INACTIVE Product ID: 98-0211-0961-0 98-0211-0962-8 98-0211-0963-6 98-0211-1105-3 98-0211-1125-1 98-0211-7301-2 Intended Use of Product: SURFACTANT Division: 3M SPECIALTY MATERIALS ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 2 Composition/Information on Ingredients ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Ingredient Name CAS Number Percentage ------------------------------------- ------------------ ------------- WATER 7732-18-5 50.0 FLUOROALKYL SULFONATE, SODIUM SALT Trade Secret 25.0 (2) DIETHYLENE GLYCOL BUTYL ETHER 112-34-5 25.0 RESIDUAL ORGANIC FLUOROCHEMICALS Mixture 0.5 NOTE: FLUOROALKYL SULFONATE, SODIUM SALT is a Trade Secret material. Each percentage is expressed as the ratio of the weight of the ingredient to the weight of the controlled product. FC-100 FLUORAD BRAND FLUOROCHEMICAL SURFACTANT-INACTIVE Page 2 of 8 ----------------------------------------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 3 Hazards Identification ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Critical Hazards Single overexposure, above recommended guidelines, may cause: Central Nervous System Depression: signs/symptoms can include headache, dizziness, drowsiness, incoordination, slowed reaction time, slurred speech, giddiness and unconsciousness. See Sections 7 and 11 for further information. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 4 First Aid Measures ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Instructions for Eye Contact: Immediately flush eyes with large amounts of water. Get immediate medical attention. Instructions for Skin Contact: Flush skin with large amounts of water. If irritation persists, get medical attention. Instructions for Inhalation: Remove person to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, get immediate medical attention. Instructions for Ingestion: If swallowed, call a physician immediately. Only induce vomiting at the instruction of a physician. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 5 Fire Fighting Measures ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Flash point: > 100 C Setaflash Lower Explosive Limit (%): Not applicable Upper Explosive Limit (%): Not applicable Autoignition temperature: Not applicable Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water; Carbon Dioxide; Dry chemical; Exposure Hazards during Fire: No data available. Combustion Products from Fire: Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide; Oxides of Nitrogen; oxides of sulfur; hydrogen fluoride; Toxic vapours, gases or particulates; Fire Fighting Procedures: Wear full protective clothing, including helmet, self-contained, positive pressure or pressure demand breathing apparatus, bunker coat and pants, bands around arms, waist and legs, face mask, and protective covering for exposed areas of the head. FC-100 FLUORAD BRAND FLUOROCHEMICAL SURFACTANT-INACTIVE Page 3 of 8 ----------------------------------------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 6 Accidental Release Measures ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Personal Precautions: Observe precautions from other sections. Spill Response: Ventilate area. Contain spill. Cover with absorbent material. Collect spilled material. Clean up residue with water. Place in a closed container. Methods for Disposal: Discharge spent solutions and small quantities (less than 5 gal.(19 L)) to a wastewater treatment system. Incinerate large quantities in an industrial or commercial incinerator. Combustion products will include HF. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 7 Handling and Storage ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Storage Requirements: Store away from areas where product may come into contact with food or pharmaceuticals. Store at room temperature. Keep container closed when not in use. Incompatible Materials: Store out of direct sunlight. Ventilation: Keep container in well-ventilated area. Explosion Prevention: Nonflammable. Use Instructions: Keep container tightly closed. No smoking: Smoking while using this product can result in contamination of the tobacco and/or smoke and lead to the formation of the hazardous decomposition products mentioned in section 10 of this MSDS. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 8 Exposure Controls/Personal Protection ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Personal Protection ------------------- Eye Protection: Avoid eye contact with vapour, spray, or mist. Wear vented goggles. Hand Protection: Wear appropriate gloves when handling this material. A pair of gloves made from the following material(s) are recommended: butyl rubber; Skin Protection: Avoid skin contact. FC-100 FLUORAD BRAND FLUOROCHEMICAL SURFACTANT-INACTIVE Page 4 of 8 ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Respiratory Protection: Avoid breathing of airborne material. Select one of the following NIOSH approved respirators based on airborne concentration of contaminants: half-mask organic vapour respirator; Ingestion (Prevention): Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash exposed areas thoroughly with soap and water. Wash hands after handling and before eating. Recommended Ventilation: If exhaust ventilation is not adequate, use appropriate respiratory protection. Provide ventilation adequate to control vapour concentrations below recommended exposure limits and/or control spray or mist. Ingredient Exposure Data ------------------------ WATER (7732-18-5) LD50 (rat, oral): > 90 ml/kg FLUOROALKYL SULFONATE, SODIUM SALT (2) (Trade Secret) Specific Ingredient Data: No data available. DIETHYLENE GLYCOL BUTYL ETHER (112-34-5) LD50 (rat, oral): 5660 mg/kg Chemical Manufacturers' Recommended Guideline (CMRG) TWA Exposure Limit: 35 ppm Specific Ingredient Data: LD50 (rabbit, dermal): 2700 mg/kg RESIDUAL ORGANIC FLUOROCHEMICALS (Mixture) Specific Ingredient Data: No data available. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 9 Physical and Chemical Properties ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Physical form,Color,Odour: Liquid; viscous; dark amber; mild odour; Odour Threshold: No data available. pH: 8.2 - 8.6 (Typical) Boiling point/boiling range: 98 C (Initial) Melting point/melting range: Not applicable Vapour pressure: Approximately 17 mmHg calculated @ 20 C Water Solubility: Complete Partition coefficient (K o/w): No data available. FC-100 FLUORAD BRAND FLUOROCHEMICAL SURFACTANT-INACTIVE Page 5 of 8 ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Specific gravity: Approximately 1.1 Water=1 Vapour density: Approximately 0.88 Air=1 calculated @ 20 C Volatile organic compounds: 275 gms/liter Evaporation rate: < 1.0 BuOAc=1 Viscosity: Not available ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 10 Stability and Reactivity ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Conditions to Avoid: None known. Materials to Avoid: Not applicable. Hazardous Decomposition: Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide; Oxides of Nitrogen; oxides of sulfur; hydrogen fluoride; Toxic vapours, gases or particulates; Stability and Reactivity: Stable. Hazardous polymerization will not occur. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 11 Toxicological Information ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Effects from Eye Contact: Mild Eye Irritation: signs/symptoms can include redness, swelling, pain, and tearing. Effects from Skin Contact: Mild Skin Irritation: signs/symptoms can include redness, swelling, and itching. Effects from Inhalation: Single overexposure, above recommended guidelines, may cause: Central Nervous System Depression: signs/symptoms can include headache, dizziness, drowsiness, incoordination, slowed reaction time, slurred speech, giddiness and unconsciousness. Irritation (upper respiratory): signs/symptoms can include soreness of the nose and throat, coughing and sneezing. Effects from Ingestion: Animal studies conducted on organic fluorochemicals which may be present in this product indicate effects including liver disturbances, weight loss, loss of appetite, lethargy, and neurological, pancreatic, adrenal and hematologic effects. There are no known human health effects from anticipated exposure to these organic fluorochemicals when used as intended and instructed. Sensitization Information: No data available. Carcinogenicity: No data available. FC-100 FLUORAD BRAND FLUOROCHEMICAL SURFACTANT-INACTIVE Page 6 of 8 ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Mutagenicity: No data available. Reproductive Effects: No data available. Other Effects & Information: A Product Toxicity Summary Sheet is available. This product may contain one or more organic fluorochemicals that have the potential to be absorbed and remain in the body for long periods of time, either as the parent molecule or as metabolites, and may accumulate with repeated exposures. There are no known human health effects from anticipated exposure to these organic fluorochemicals when used as intended and instructed The presence of organic fluorochemicals in the blood of the general population and subpopulations, such as workers, has been published dating back to the 1970's. 3M's epidemiological study of its own workers indicates no adverse effects. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 12 Ecological Information ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Persistence/Biodegradability: This product may contain one or more organic fluorochemicals that have the potential to resist degradation and persist in the environment. Ecotoxicity Data: No data available. Other Effects and Information: 96 hour LC50, Fathead minnow (Pimephales promelas): 105 mg/l Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD): 0.57 g/g 5 Day Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD-5): 0.27 g/g 20-Day Biochemical Demand (BOD20): 0.44 g/g ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 13 Disposal Considerations ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Product as Sold: No data available. Product Packaging: No data available. Special Instructions: Since regulations vary, consult applicable regulations or authorities before disposal. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 14 Transportation Information ----------------------------------------------------------------------- FC-100 FLUORAD BRAND FLUOROCHEMICAL SURFACTANT-INACTIVE Page 7 of 8 ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Transportation of Dangerous Goods --------------------------------- TDG Classification: Non-Regulated Material International Dangerous Goods Classification -------------------------------------------- IMO Class: No data available. ICAO Class: No data available. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 15 Regulatory Information ----------------------------------------------------------------------- WHMIS Classification: D2B HMIRC Registry Number: 4568 Filing Date: September 22, 1999 Claim Status: Product obsolete-Claim withdrawn; NOTE: This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations (CPR) and the MSDS contains all the information required by the CPR. Product Certifications: The product on this MSDS, or all its components, is included on the following countries' chemical inventories, as noted: AICS - Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances DSL - Domestic Substances List (Canada) EINECS - European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances TSCA - Toxic Substances Control Act (USA) CICS - Chinese Inventory of Chemical Substances ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 16 Other Information ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Reason for Reissue: The following Sections and topics have been updated or revised: Update Tradename (Obsolete product) Section 15 - Regulatory Information Copyright, 1997, Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Company. All rights reserved. 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