PoliceMarker.com
Action Mfg & Mktg Co.
Box 1586
Oak Lawn, IL 60455
815 723-2522 vce
815 723-2596 fax

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
04/99

I. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

Product Name: Police Marker
Product Type: Liquid Temporary Marker
Chemical Family: N/A
Formula: Trade Secret Mixture
Molecular Weight N/A
Synonyms: None
Uses and Applications: Highly visible water / weather resistant colored coating for temporary marking purposes which is dry cloth (non-solvent) removable. Common uses include warning / safety, color coding, warning and identification markings.

Caution: The user should conduct his/her own experiments and establish proper procedures and controls before attempting use on critical parts.

composition
Component CAS REG.NO Approx. % WT OSHA TLV ADGIH TLV
Mineral Spirits (Rule 66)
Hydrocarbon Polymers
Diethanolamine
Amides
Complex Mixture of Phosphatides
Fluorescent Pigments
8052-41-3
Non-Haz
111-42-2
88155-20-4
8002-43--5
N/A
15-20
1-2
< 0.1
<1.0
<1.0
10-15
100 ppm
N/A
3 ppm
N/A
N/A
N/A
100 ppm
N/A
3 ppm
N/A
N/A
N/A

SECTION II - PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

appearance - odor
Opaque bright colored liquid w/slight solvent odor.
pH
8.4
Viscosity (CPS.)
40 -50 M
FREEZING POINT (F)
32,water: F/T stable
BOILING POINT (F)
212, water
VAPOR PRESSURE (mm HG)
<5.0
vapor density (air =1)
> 4
SOLUBILITY IN WATER
Essentially insoluble
VOLATILE (%WT)
80
specific gravity
0.984
EVAP.RAT (BUTYL ACETATE = 1)
N.E.

SECTION III - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD

FLASH POINT (F)
108 TCC
 
AUTO IGNITION TEMP (F)
450-500
 
LOWER EXPLOSION LIMIT (%)
1.0
 
UPPER  EXPLOSION LIMIT (%)
6.0
 
EXTINGUISHING MEDIUM:    FOAM, CO2, DRY CHEMICAL, WATER SPRAY

 
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES:
Thermal decomposition may produce formaldehyde in which case NIOSH approved masks may be necessary.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS:
Closed container may explode (due to build up of pressure) when exposed to extreme heat.

SECTION  IV - HEALTH HAZARD

THRESHOLD LIMIT VALUES None Established
PRIMARY ROUTES OF EXPOSURE Eyes, Skin,
CARCINOGENS OR SUSPECTED
CARCINOGENIC INGREDIENTS
 NONE
EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE:
If in eyes:    
If on skin:    
In inhaled:    
If swallowed:    
 
May be an irritant.
May cause irritation upon prolonged or repeated contact.
May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Effects of ingestion may include headache, nausea, pneumonitis.
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES
If in eyes:     
If too much inhaled:     
If swallowed:     
If on skin:     
 
Flush with large quantities of water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation persists, get medical attention.
If dizziness or lightheadedness occur, remove to fresh air.
Do not induce vomiting.  Get medical attention immediately.
Wash thoroughly with soap and water.

SECTION  V - REACTIVITY

STABILITY Stable

CONDITIONS TO AVOID

 N/A

HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS

 Thermal decomposition may yield ammonia, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, amines, formaldehyde.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:     Will not occur

CONDITIONS TO AVOID

 N/A
INCOMPATIBILITY (Materials to Avoid) Avoid strong oxidizers such as liquid chlorine, bleach.

VI. SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES

STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASE OR SPILLED

FOR SMALL SPILLS:

 Wipe up an place absorbent in suitable closed container outdoors.

FOR LARGE SPILLS:

 Shut off and eliminate all ignition sources.  Keep people away.  Recover free product.   Add sand, earth or other absorbent material to spill area.  Minimize breathing of vapors, minimize skin contact. Ventilate confined spaces.  Open all windows and doors.  Keep product out of sewers and waterways.  Continue to observe precautions for volatile, combustible vapors from absorbed material.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHODS:     Contaminated absorbent may be deposited in sanitary landfill in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.  Incinerate volatiles.

VII. SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION

Respiratory Protection: No special protection as product is normally used.
Ventilation: As this product is normally used, general room ventilation is adequate.
Skin Protection Gloves: None as normally used.  Otherwise Oil Resistant Gloves
Eye Protection: None as normally used.  Use splash goggles when contact may reasonably occur.
Other Protective Equipment:
Appropriate Hygienic Practices: Wash thoroughly after handling. 

VIII. TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION

Proper Shipping Name:

   Paint
U.S. DOT HAZARD CLASS:   Combustible Liquid
U.S. DOT I.D. No.   UN 1263
LABEL REQUIREMENTS:   NONE
Proper Shipping Nam   Paint

The listed transportation classification does not address regulatory variations due to changes in package size, mode of shipment or other regulatory descriptions.

National Fire Protection Association Hazard Rating:       

1 Health Hazard - Slight
2 Flammability - Moderate
0 Reactivity - Minimal

The information contained herein is based on current knowledge and experience: no responsibility is accepted that the information is sufficient or correct in all cases. Users should consider these data only as a supplement to other information obtained by the user. No warranty is expressed or implied regarding the accuracy of this data or the results to be obtained from the use thereof. Users should make independent determinations of suitability and completeness of information from all sources to assure proper use and disposal of these materials, the safety and health of employees and customers, and the protection of the environment. This information is furnished upon the condition the person receiving it shall determine the suitability for the particular purpose. This MSDS is to be used as a guideline for safe work practices and emergency response. prepared by Edward S. Rimkus 5/20/92