CUBOR MSDS

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

Emergency Telephone: 800-473-0179
COPPER CARE PRODUCT NAME:

CU-BOR

ATTENTION: SAFETY MANAGER
MSDS Number: 71101 Date of Last Revision: 03/11/98

EPA Registration Number: 54471-10

I. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS

APPEARANCE AND ODOR: Thick blue paste with a faint amine odor.
BOILING POINT (RANGE) (Deg F):    240 – 250
VAPOR PRESSURE (mm Hg):              >1
VAPOR DENSITY (Air = 1):                 >1
SOLUBILITY IN WATER:                    Slight
pH RANGE:                                       10.60 –11.60

DENSITY (Lbs/Gal)(Water @20C = 8.33): 10.1
EVAPORATION RATE (nBuAC=1): <1
% VOLATILE BY WEIGHT: 33.00
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 1.21

II. HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS (See Section X Also)

COMMON NAME
Cupric Hydroxide
Rheological Additive
Rheological Additive
10 MOL Borax
Monoethanolamine
Water

CHEMICAL NAME
Copper Hydroxide, Copper Salt Q
Cellulose Filler Q
Attapulgite Clay Q
Sodium tetraborate, Decahydrate Q
2-Aminoethanol (Ethanolamine)
Water

C.A.S.#
20427-59-2
Mixture
70131-50-9
1303-96-4
141-43-5
7732-18-5

%
1-10
1-10
5-15
35-45
5-15
30-40

OSHA PEL
1.0 mg/m³
5.0 mg/m³
5.0mg/m³
10.0 mg/m³
3.0 ppm

ACGIH TLV
1.0 mg/m³
5.0 mg/m³
5.0 mg/m³
5.0 mg/m³
3.0 ppm

Ingredients marked with the (Q ) sign are hazardous as nuisance dusts in dry or granular products. These ingredients may not
present a hazard in liquid products.

Section 313 of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-To-Know Act of 1986 (40 CFR 372) requires that certain toxic
chemicals be identified. Any such chemicals contained in this product are listed in Section II and are identified by an asterisk (*).

OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard 29CFR 1910.1200, also requires other hazardous chemicals to be listed and the MSDS
to identify the hazards associated with the product. This information must be included in all MSDS’s that are copied and distributed
for this product.

HMIS HAZARD RATINGS

Health Hazard: 3	Fire Hazard: 1	Reactivity: 0	Special Hazard: ----
(Based on the revised National Paint & Coatings Association HMIS Rating System) (1984)

III. HEALTH HAZARD DATA (See Section IX Also)

     EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES:

     EYES:
        IMMEDIATELY flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes holding eyelids apart to ensure flushing of the entire
        eye surface. Seek medical attention IMMEDIATELY.

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INGESTION:
    NEVER induce vomiting or give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
    Drink promptly large quantities of milk, egg white, gelatin solution, or, if these are not available, water. Avoid alcohol.
    DO NOT induce vomiting. If vomiting occurs spontaneously, give liquids again and keep airway clear.
    Seek medical attention IMMEDIATELY.

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

Emergency Telephone: 800-473-0179
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NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: Probable mucosal damage may inhibit the use of gastric lavage. Depending on the amount of
product ingested, emptying the stomach should be considered.

NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: If large amounts have been ingested, treat for Borate toxicity.

INHALATION:
    Persons administering first aid to overexposure victims should carefully wash off any visible product from the victim’s face. Do not give anything by
    mouth to an unconscious person.
    Remove victim to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration, preferably mouth-to-mouth. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. Seek
    medical attention.

SKIN:
    Wash with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and footwear. Wash clothing and decontaminated footwear before reuse.
    Seek medical attention if irritation persists.

Primary Routes of Entry:               Inhalation              Eyes               Skin              Ingestion

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF OVEREXPOSURE;

EYES:
Can cause severe irritation, redness, tearing, blurred vision. Can cause substantial, temporary eye injury.

INGESTION:
Acute Toxicity (Rat): LD50 Greater than 5,000 mg/kg.
Can cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.

INHALATION:
Material is in thick paste form. Under normal conditions, respirable material is not formed.

SKIN:
    Acute Toxicity (Rabbit): LD50 Greater than 200 and less than 2,000 mg/kg.
    Prolonged contact may result in erythema and edema.
    Sensitizer: Prolonged or frequently repeated skin contact may cause an allergic reaction in some individuals.

MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE: None Known.

LISTED AS A CARCINOGEN OR POTENTIAL CARCINOGEN BY: None.

IV. FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA

FLASH POINT (Degrees F, Method): >200 TCC
FLAMMABLE LIMITS IN AIR (LEL/UEL, % by Volume): Non-Combustible. Limits Not Applicable.
EXTINGUISHER MEDIA: Foam, carbon dioxide, water spray, dry chemical.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Wear MSHA/NIOSH-approved, self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing. Cool exposed containers with water.
Avoid spraying water directly into storage containers due to danger of a boilover.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: None Known.

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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

Emergency Telephone: 800-473-0179
COPPER CARE PRODUCT NAME:

V. REACTIVITY DATA

STABILITY: Stable.
INCOMPATIBILITY: Acids, Strong oxidants.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Oxides of Carbon and Nitrogen.
CONDITIONS CONTRIBUTING TO HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Material is not known to polymerize.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: None Known.

VI. ENVIRONMENTAL PROCEDURES

STEPS TO BE TAKEN IF MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED:

SMALL SPILL: Wear appropriate protective clothing (see section VII.).
    Shovel into dry containers. On loose surfaces, shovel up contaminated layer. Avoid generation of dust.

LARGE SPILL: Wear appropriate protective clothing (see Section VII).
    Large spills are not likely to occur.
    Shovel into dry containers. On loose surfaces, shovel up contaminated layer. Avoid generation of dust.
    Follow all local, state, and federal regulations for disposal. Do not contaminate water while cleaning equipment or disposing of wastes. Prohibit contamination of     streams, lakes, or other bodies of water.

WASTE DISPOSAL METHODS: If these wastes cannot be disposed of according to label instructions, contact your State Pesticide or Environmental Control     Agency, or the Hazardous Waste Representative at the nearest EPA Regional Office for guidance. Open dumping is prohibited.
    Pesticide wastes are toxic. Improper disposal of excess pesticide and/or pesticide formulation rinsate is a violation of federal law.
    Dispose of container in a sanitary landfill or by incineration if allowed by state and local authorities.
    If incinerated, stay out of smoke.

VII. SPECIAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT

VENTILATION REQUIREMENTS: Ventilate via mechanical methods (general or local exhaust) to maintain
    exposure below TLV(s), if applicable.
    Good industrial hygiene practice dictates that indoor work areas should be isolated and provided with adequate
    local exhaust ventilation.

RESPIRATORY: If TLV for product or any component is exceeded, use a MSHA/NIOSH-approved respirator.

EYE: Chemical worker’s goggles or face shield.

GLOVES: Wear impervious gloves, such as: Nitrile rubber, Neoprene, PVA, PVC, or NBR (Buna-N).
    Special precautions should be taken to ensure that material cannot get inside gloves.

OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Wear long-sleeved shirts, long pants, and rubber boots or disposable coveralls
    when handling this product. The clothing should be changed daily.
    Impervious boots (nitrile rubber), aprons, or chemical suits should be worn when necessary to prevent skin contact.
    Safety showers and eyewash stations should be provided in all areas in which this product is stored and/or handled.
    Persons exposed routinely to this material should shower prior to leaving work each day. Work clothing should be changed daily.

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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

Emergency Telephone: 800-473-0179
COPPER CARE PRODUCT NAME:

VIII. OTHER SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS

HANDLING AND STORAGE PRECAUTIONS: Store away from food or feed in a secure, well ventilated area protected from extreme temperatures. Do not     transfer to an unmarked container. Keep container closed when not in use. Do not store or use in the vicinity of sparks, open flame, or other ignition sources.
    Observe good personal hygiene practices. Change protective gloves/clothing when signs of contamination appear.
    Keep out of reach of children.

OTHER PRECAUTIONS: Wash thoroughly after skin contact and before eating, drinking, use of tobacco products, or using restrooms.

IX. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

No additional information.

OSHA’S Hazard Communication Standard, 29CFR 1910.1200 requires that a MSDS be kept on file and distributed to
employees and/or customers. If this product is used at other locations, it is your responsibility to promptly distribute
this information to that location. Additional copies of the Material Safety Data Sheets are available upon request.

X. SHIPPING INFORMATION

FREIGHT CLASSIFICATION: PRESERVATIVES, WOOD, N.O.I., PASTE – NMFC 161490

This product is classified for transportation purposes as follows:

IATA (Air)
IMO (Water)
DOT (Land)

YES

X
X
X

Contact Copper Care Wood Preservatives, Inc. at 888-817-0131 for any additional information.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT:

This information is to the best of our knowledge and belief accurate and reliable as of the date compiled. However, no representation or guarantee is made as to it’s accuracy, reliability, or completeness. It relates to the specific material designated and may or may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process. All liability for any loss damage that may occur from the use of this information is disclaimed. It is the user’s responsibility to satisfy himself from other sources that this material is suitable for his own particular use. This is neither a license under any applicable patents nor an assurance of freedom from claims under pending or issued patents.

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