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Product Name: FOAMY Q & A
Product Number: 3200; 3202
Product Division: Janitorial
Shipping Description: Cleaning compounds, liquid, n.o.s.
Spartan Chemical Company, Inc.
1110 Spartan Drive, Maumee, OH 43537
Product/Technical Information: 1-800-537-8990
Medical Emergency: 1-888-314-6171 (24 hours)
Chemical Leak/Spill Emergency (CHEMTREC): 1-800-424-9300 (24 hours)
NFPA Ratings:
Health: 2 - Moderate
Fire: 0 - Minimal
Reactivity: 0 - Minimal
HMIS Ratings:
Health: 2 - Moderate
Fire: 0 - Minimal
Reactivity: 0 - Minimal
Personal Protective Equipment: B - Safety Glasses; gloves
Listed when present at 1% or greater; carcinogens at 0.1% or greater. All component chemicals are listed or exempted from listing on the TSCA Inventory of chemical substances maintained by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Chemical Name: *Phosphoric acid
% W: 12
CAS Registry No.: 7664-38-2
TWA mg/m³: 1
STEL mg/m³: 3
Ceiling mg/m³: Not Established
Carcinogen: No
Chemical Name: *2-Butoxyethanol
% W: 4
CAS Registry No.: 111-76-2
TWA mg/m³: 120 (skin)
STEL mg/m³: Not Established
Ceiling mg/m³: Not Established
Carcinogen: No
Chemical Name: Hydroxyacetic acid
% W: 1–5
CAS Registry No.: 79-14-1
TWA mg/m³: Not Established
STEL mg/m³: Not Established
Ceiling mg/m³: Not Established
Carcinogen: No
*Phosphoric acid and 2-Butoxyethanol are subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-To-Know Act of 1986 (SARA) and of 40 CFR 372.
Boiling Point: 200–210 °F
Vapor Pressure: Unknown
Vapor Density (Air = 1): Unknown
Solubility in Water: Complete
pH: <2
Specific Gravity (H₂O = 1): 1.09
Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1): <1
Percent Solid by Weight: 15–25
Physical State: Liquid
Appearance & Odor: Purple liquid, citrus floral fragrance
Flash Point: None
Method Used: ASTM-D56
Flammable Limits: Not Established
Flame Extension: N/A
Extinguishing Media: N/A
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: N/A
Unusual Fire & Explosive Hazards: N/A
Threshold Limit Value: Not Established
Primary Routes of Entry: Inhalation, Skin Contact, Eyes
Effects of Overexposure / Conditions to Avoid: May be fatal if swallowed. Product causes skin and eye damage. Inhalation of mist may cause respiratory irritation. 2-Butoxyethanol is absorbed through the skin which may affect the liver, kidney, blood and lymph systems. Inhalation may affect the central nervous system and cause respiratory irritation. Do not get in eyes, on skin or on clothing. Do not inhale mist.
Conditions Aggravated by Use: Unknown
Eyes: In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses. Call a physician immediately.
Skin: In case of contact, immediately wash contaminated clothing and affected areas with plenty of soap and water. If irritation persists, call a physician.
Ingestion: If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting. Drink large quantities of water or milk. Call a physician, hospital emergency room, or poison control center.
Inhalation: In case of respiratory irritation, move person to fresh air. If irritation continues, get medical attention.
Stability: Stable
Incompatible Materials: Strong alkalis; bleach; ammonia; cyanides
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Heating to decomposition yields toxic fumes of phosphorus pentoxide
Hazardous Polymerization: Will Not Occur
Steps if Material is Released or Spilled: Small quantities may be flushed into the sanitary sewer system. Larger quantities should be picked up with absorbent material made for acid containment and disposed of in accordance with state and local regulations.
Waste Disposal Method: Container Disposal: Triple rinse (or equivalent) then offer for recycling or reconditioning, or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill, or by other procedures approved by state and local authorities.
Respiratory Protection: None required
Ventilation: Good general ventilation should be sufficient for most conditions. Local exhaust ventilation may be necessary for some operations.
Protective Gloves: Acid resistant gloves
Eye Protection: Goggles or face shield
Other Protective Equipment: Under certain conditions, acid resistant aprons and boots are suggested.
Precautions - Handling & Storing: Keep from freezing.
Other Precautions: None
© SCC 09/23/99
Prepared by: Ronald T. Cook, Manager, Regulatory Affairs
Effective Date: 09/23/99
Supersedes: 02/06/98
Changes: Address and Format
Reference: 29 CFR 1910.1200 (OSHA)
This document has been prepared using data from sources considered technically reliable. It does not constitute a warranty, express or implied, as to the accuracy of the information contained herein. Actual conditions of use and handling are beyond sellers control. User is responsible to evaluate all available information when using product for any particular use and to comply with all Federal, State and Local laws and regulations.