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MATERIAL
SAFETY DATA SHEETS
EXPLAINED
BY BENJAMIN MOORE
Sample MSDS Sheet
Material Safety Data Sheets are an
outgrowth of OSHA's Hazardous Communication Standard. They contain important
information concerning the nature, composition, and safe handling of a hazardous
material or product and by law must be supplied when:
1. The products are purchased by a professional applicator for application in an
OSHA workplace.
2. An MSDS is requested by the purchaser.
That MSDSs are vitally important there can be no doubt. By definition, paint is
a hazardous material. As a manufacturer, Benjamin Moore is required by law to
supply MSDSs to our dealers, who are - by OSHA's definition - our customers. In
turn, our dealers must have up-to-date MSDSs on hand for all end users who
request them.
Recently, Benjamin Moore changed its MSDS format slightly to accommodate changes
in our new computer system. Let's "walk through" an MSDS to gain a better
understanding of its sections. To get the most out of the following guidance,
select the MSDS for a solvent-based product and follow along.
Scroll to bottom of page to
access MSDS sheets for Benjamin Moore Products
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA
SHEET Rev 21500.03B
Emergency Telephone Number: To be used only in dire circumstances; e.g., a
toddler ingests the product
or the product spills in transport. Chemtrec can provide the crucial treatment
information needed in these
threatening situations.
Dates: Make sure you discard old MSDSs and replace them with the latest updates;
otherwise, you're
dispensing obsolete information. Your Sales Representative can give you a list
of MSDS updates you can
use to make sure yours are current.
For Coating, Resins, and Related Materials NPCA 1-84
MANUFACTURER'S NAME EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NO.
BENJAMIN MOORE & CO. 800-424-9300 (CHEMTREC)
51 CHESTNUT RIDGE RD.
MONTVALE, NJ 07645
DATE OF PREPARATION INFORMATION TELEPHONE
04-APR-97 (Sup. 14-NOV-90) 201-573-9600
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Section I - Product ID
HMIS (Hazardous Materials Identification System) Code: Health, Flammability, and Reactivity are rated
on a 1 - 4 scale. (4 = Severe hazard; 3 = Serious hazard; 2 = Moderate hazard; 1 = Slight hazard; 0 =
Minimal hazard.)
SARA Title 312: Tells you what sort of physical hazards the chemicals in the product can pose if used
improperly. Acute symptoms are those that are sharp, severe, and immediate; e.g., burns, nausea and
vomiting after ingestion of a product. Chronic symptoms can occur after multiple exposures in which the
user is exposed to one or more chemicals in the product; e.g., bronchial irritation occurs if product fumes
are breathed continuously in an unventilated area.
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HMIS CODE SARA TITLE 312
PRODUCT CODE: 215 | | | Acute: NO |
CLASS: WATER THINNED PAINT | Health: 1* | | Chronic: YES |
NAME: REGAL WALL SATIN | Flammability: 0 | | Fire: NO |
COLOR: ALL | Reactivity: 0 | | Pressure: NO |
| Personal Prot.: E| | React: NO |
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Section II - Hazardous Ingredients
If there is 1% or more of a hazardous material in the product, it will be listed here. The "mysterious"
acronyms simply represent the different ways the U.S. Government expresses safe exposure limits:
* PEL (OSHA's Permissible Exposure Limit)
* TLV (The American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists' Threshold Limit Value)
* STEL (Short Term Exposure Limit)
* CEIL (Ceiling)
* MM Hg (Millimeters of mercury) This is a measurement of vapor pressure; the higher the measurement,
the more volatile the chemical.
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INGREDIENT MAX PCT CAS NO.
TLV PEL STEL CEIL MM Hg TEMP
Ethylene Glycol (f3) 2.1 107211
50ppm N/E 50ppm .08 @ 20 C
Titanium Dioxide (f*) 21.6 13463677
10mg/m3 10mg/m3 N/A
Hydrous Alum Silicates 15.0 1332587
(f*) 10mg/m3 10mg/m3 N/A
Ethylene Glycol Phenyl 1.2 122996
Ether (f3) N/A N/A
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Section III - Physical Data
This section tells you what conditions will change the form of the chemicals in the product and how these
changes affect the product's hazard. For instance, if the chemical has a high vapor pressure - meaning it will
evaporate quickly - it will require better ventilation and more physical protection than if it had a low vapor
pressure.
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BOILING RANGE: N/A VAPOR DENSITY: HEAVIER THAN AIR
WEIGHT PER GAL: 10.6 - 12.2
EVAPORATION RATE: SLOWER THAN ETHER % VOLATILE VOLUME: 59.2 - 69.5
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Section IV -Fire and Explosion Hazard Data
Here you'll find important information on a flammable product, such as its flash point. Flash point is an
OSHA term that refers to the minimum temperature at which a liquid gives off vapor in sufficient
concentration to ignite when undergoing standard OSHA tests. PMCC refers to the Pensky-Martin Closed
Cup test, which determines a product's flash point. If the product is used in accordance with the MSDS
and label instructions, the chemical will NOT ignite at the flash point; i.e., a chemical that has a flash point
of 80F can be used in a 100F room as long as the room is properly ventilated and other MSDS
guidance is followed.
The flammable, or explosive limit, expressed as LEL (lower explosive limit) is the range of concentration in
air that may readily ignite when exposed to a flame or spark.
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FLAMMABILITY CLASSIFICATION: NOT REGULATED FLASH PT.: >250 F PMCC
LEL: Not Applicable
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: FOAM CO2 DRY CHEMICAL WATER FOG
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS:
Closed containers may burst if exposed to extreme heat or fire.
Toxic gases may form when product burns.
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING PROCEDURES:
Cool exposed containers with water. Use self-contained breathing apparatus.
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Section V - Health Hazard Data
We're progressing into the more self-explanatory part of MSDS. Here you'll find details on just what kind
of acute and chronic effects the chemical components can have when the user is exposed to them.
Emergency and first aid guidance is also located here, as is information on medical conditions that could be
aggravated by exposure to the chemical; e.g., asthma.
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EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE - ACUTE:
Inhalation - Causes nose and throat irritation.
Inhalation - Causes lung irritation.
Contact - Causes eye irritation.
Ingestion of large amounts could cause serious injury.
EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE - CHRONIC:
Inhalation statement: Sanding dust inhalation may cause lung damage.
Crystalline silica has been classified as probably carcinogenic for humans (2A)
by IARC. IARC has classified Carbon Black as possibly carcinogenic for humans
(2B).
MEDICAL CONDITIONS PRONE TO AGGRAVATION BY EXPOSURE:
None expected when used in accordance with Safe Handling and Use Information
(Section VIII).
PRIMARY ROUTE(S) OF ENTRY: DERMAL INHALATION INGESTION
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES:
Inhalation - Remove to fresh air. Get medical help for any breathing
difficulty. Eye Contact - Flush thoroughly with water. Call physician.
Skin Contact - Wash with soap and water.
Ingestion - Drink 1 or 2 glasses of water to dilute. Do NOT induce vomiting.
Call physician.
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Section VI - Reactivity Data
OSHA's definition of reactivity refers to the behavior of a chemical when exposed to changes such as
shocks, pressure, temperature, or contact with another substance. Some products are part of a two-part
kit that relies on reactivity to form the intended coating. Reactivity is a natural occurrence (e.g., aluminum
powder reacts with water to form hydrogen) but many reactions can be dangerous. For MSDS purposes,
the more reactive a chemical, the more dangerous it is; therefore, a "stable" classification represents a
relatively non-reactive product. Refer to the HMIS table for more information on reactivity.
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STABILITY: STABLE HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION WILL NOT OCCUR
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Burning may produce carbon dioxide and carbon
monoxide.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Elevated temperatures
INCOMPATIBILITY (MATERIALS TO AVOID): None reasonably foreseeable.
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Section VII-Spill or Leak Procedures
Some products cannot simply be mopped up. Many have chemicals in them that require the user to wear
special forms of protection when cleaning them up. Fuller's Earth, a material which is sometimes listed in
this section, is a type of absorbent for which cat box filler can be substituted.
Refer to this section to find out how to properly dispose of the product as well. Due to the many varied
federal, state, and local regulations governing the disposal of hazardous materials, the MSDS cannot give
out detailed guidance on this subject. When there's a question about disposal, the user should start by
contacting the town's Sanitation Department.
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STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED:
Flush with water. Absorb with sawdust or rags.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD:
Conventional procedures in compliance with local, state and federal regulations.
Do not incinerate sealed containers.
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Section VIII - Safe Handling and Use Information
This section tells the user what protection to wear to prevent harmful effects. Much of this can also be
found on product labels.
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RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:
Use NIOSH approved respirator specified for protection against paint spray
mist and sanding dust in restricted or confined areas.
VENTILATION:
Adequate to maintain working atmosphere below T.L.V. and L.E.L. (See Sect. II
for ingredient data and concentrations). Mechanical exhaust may be required in
confined areas.
PROTECTIVE GLOVES: Waterproof during repeated contact.
EYE PROTECTION: Splash goggles or safety glasses with side shields.
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Clothing adequate to protect skin.
HYGIENIC PRACTICES:
Remove and wash clothing before reuse. Wash hands before eating,
smoking or using the washroom.
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Section IX - Special Precautions
Are there any special handling or protective measures the user should take when handling this product? If
there are, you'll find them here.
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PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORAGE:
Do not throw or drop containers.
OTHER PRECAUTIONS:
Avoid contact with eyes and prolonged contact with skin or breathing of spray
mist or sanding dust.
Close container after each use. Keep out of reach of children. Do not take
internally.
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Section XX
No, that's not a misprint. The MSDS now skips to Section Twenty; Sections Ten through Nineteen are
built into the Benjamin Moore computer system to allow for the further expansion of the MSDS. Section
Twenty tells the user which materials are hazardous and therefore reportable under SARA Section 313, or
CERCLA (Comprehensive Environmental Response & Compensation & Liability Act).
Up-to-date MSDSs do more than just help make your store an OSHA-compliant place of business; they
show your customers that you care about them and the world we all live in. That's a competitive edge that's
hard to beat! Technical Tip: HMIS Implementation Manual is an extremely handy and comprehensive
resource for you and your staff. To order, call Labelmaster at 1-800-621-5808.
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