MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

Complies with OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200

SECTION 1: CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

Product: RITE-OFF HOOD CLEAN                           Product Code: E1253

Company Address: Blue Star Industries, Inc.
                                   PO Box 188
                                   8 Tree Line Dr.
                                   Hopewell Jct., NY 12533

24 Hour Emergency Telephone: CHEM-TEL (800) 255-3924

Phone Number for Information: (845)226-4141 Mon - Fri, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm EST

SECTION 2: COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
 
Hazardous Component CAS# OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV Other Limits Percent


(TWA) (TWA) Recommended Weight
*2-Butoxyethanol  111-76-2 25 ppm 25 ppm N/A < 5 %
*Diethylene Glycol Ethyl Ether 111-90-0  N/A N/A N/A < 5 %
Liquefied Petroleum Gas 68476-85-7 1000 ppm 1000 ppm N/A

 *This chemical is subject to the reporting requirement of SARA Section 313.

SECTION 3: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Emergency Overview: White foaming spray with pine scent. Contents under pressure. Prolonged exposure to sunlight or heat may cause bursting of can.

Potential Health Effects:

Eye: Prolonged and repeated overexposure can irritate eyes

Skin: Mild irritation

Inhalation: Irritation of respiratory tract, central nervous system depression

Ingestion: Swallowing small amount is not expected to have harmful effects.

Carcinogenicity: IARC - No NTP - No OSHA - No

Chronic: Prolonged overexposure may contribute to blood abnormalities and reversible liver & kidney abnormalities.

SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES

If Inhaled: Move to fresh air. Give oxygen to exposed person, if necessary.

If Swallowed: Dilute by drinking two glasses of water. Contact hospital, physician or poison control center if necessary.

If In Eyes: Flush thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes.

If On Skin: Wash affected area with soap and water.

Note to Physician: N/A

SECTION 5: FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

Flash Point (oF) & Method: None     Flammable Limits -   Lower: N/A    Upper: N/A

Extinguishing Media: water spray

Fire & Explosion Hazards: Aerosol cans are under pressure - exposure to temperatures above 120oF can cause bursting or "rocketing" of cans. Firefighters should use self-contained respiratory protection in buildings or confined spaces.

Hazardous Combustion Products: carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide

Flammability Classification: (NFPA) Level 1 Aerosol

SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

In case of spill or accidental release: Use absorbent material to soak up liquid. Place used absorbents into closed DOT-approved containers for disposal.

SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE

Precautions for Handling and Storage: Shake well before using. Keep away from heat, sparks and open flames. Prolonged exposure to direct sunshine or storage above 120oF may cause can to burst. Do not puncture or incinerate can.

SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION

Respiratory Protection: Not required when used as directed.

Ventilation: General ventilation should be provided.

Protective Gloves: PVA or Neoprene gloves may be used.

Eye Protection: Safety glasses or goggles are recommended.

Other Protective Clothing or Equipment: Not required when used as directed.

Work & Hygienic Practices: Wash hands thoroughly after use.

SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance & Odor: White foaming spray with pine scent
 
Boiling Point (oF):   approx. 212  Specific Gravity (H2O=1): 1.2 
Vapor Pressure @ 70oF: 0.88 mm Hg Melting Point (oF): N/A 
Vapor Density (Air=1): < 1 Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate =1):  < 1
Solubility in Water: soluble  pH: N/A
% Reportable VOC Content:   8 %

SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Stability: (Conditions to Avoid) Stable. Avoid open flames and high temperatures.

Incompatibility: (Specific Materials to Avoid) Strong oxidizing agents and alkalies

Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide

Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur

SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Information is based on available data on product components. Product as a whole has not been evaluated.

Oral: LD50 (rat) = 1700 mg/kg

Dermal: LD50 (rabbit) = 435 mg/kg

Inhalation: LC50 (mouse) = 700 ppm

Eye Irritation: N/A

Skin Irritation: N/A

SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

No data available.

SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Always use up product according to label directions before disposal.

Offer empty container for recycling where facilities exist. If recycling is not available, wrap empty container in newspaper and discard in trash. DO NOT PUNCTURE OR INCINERATE CONTAINER.

SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION
 

Domestic International
Shipping name: Consumer Commodity Consumer Commodity
Hazard Class: ORM-D 2.2
UN number: none UN1950
Packing Group: none none
Hazard Label: ORM-D class 2 - Non-Flammable

SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION

OSHA: This product is considered hazardous based on the criteria listed in the Federal OSHA Hazard Communication Standard,

29 CFR 1910.1200.

TSCA: All chemical components are listed in the TSCA inventory.

NJ Right to Know: In addition to the hazardous components listed in section 2, this product contains the following components in a quantity sufficient to require identification:

Water (CAS # 7732-18-5)

EDTA (CAS # 64-02-8)

SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION

HMIS Ratings: (0=minimal, 1=slight, 2=moderate, 3=serious, 4=severe)

Health - 1 Flammability - 1 Reactivity - 0

Last Revision Date: 6/8/02

Supersedes Date: 04/01/98