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BRASSO METAL POLISH
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. Product and Company Identification
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Product Name BRASSO® Metal Polish
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This MSDS is designed for workplace employees, emergency personnel and for other
conditions and situations where there is a greater potential for large-scale or prolonged
exposure, in accordance with requirements of the U.S. Government's Occupational
Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
This MSDS is not applicable for consumer use of our products. For consumer use, all
precautionary and first aid language is provided on the product label in accordance with
the applicable government regulation.
Product Use Metal Polish
Distributed by Reckitt Benckiser
Morris Corporate Center IV
399 Interpace Parkway
P.O. Box 225
Parsippany, NJ 07054-0225
In Case of Emergency: 1-800-338-6167
Transportation Emergencies: 24 Hour Number:
North America: CHEMTREC: 1-800-424-9300
Outside North America: 1-703-527-3887
LEGEND HMIS/NFPA* 2 2 Flammability 2 2 0 Physical Hazard 0
Personal Protection B
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2. Hazards Identification
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Emergency overview CAUTION
EYE IRRITANT. May be irritating to skin. Avoid contact with eyes and skin.
Potential short term health effects
Routes of exposure
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
Eye, Skin contact, Inhalation, Ingestion
Eyes Severely irritating to eyes. Risk of serious damage to eyes.
Avoid eye contact.
Skin Slightly irritating to the skin. Not expected to be a skin sensitizer.
Avoid skin contact.
Inhalation Exposure to decomposition products may cause a health hazard. Serious effects may be
delayed following exposure.
Ingestion Health injuries are not known or expected under normal use.
Target organs Blood. Eyes. Liver. Respiratory system. Skin.
Chronic effects The finished product is not expected to have chronic health effects.
Signs and symptoms Symptoms may include redness, edema, drying, defatting and cracking of the skin.
Symptoms of overexposure may be headache, dizziness, tiredness, nausea and vomiting.
OSHA Regulatory Status This product is a "Hazardous Chemical" as defined by the OSHA Hazard Communication
Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200.
Potential environmental effects See section 12.
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3. Composition / Information on Ingredients
Ingredient(s) CAS # Percent
Ammonium hydroxide
Limestone
Ammonium oxalate
Isopropanol
1336-21-6
1317-65-3
6009-70-7
67-63-0
2.5 - 10
10 - 20
1 - 2.5
1 - 2.5
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4. First Aid Measures
First aid procedures
Eye contact
In case of contact with eyes, rinse eyes IMMEDIATELY with plenty of water. If persistent
irritation occurs, seek medical advice. Check for and remove any contact lenses.
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Skin contact In case of skin contact, wash area thoroughly with water. Wash clothing before reuse.
Obtain medical attention if irritation persists.
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Inhalation - Move exposed person to fresh air. Get medical attention immediately.
Ingestion - Call medical doctor or poison control center immediately. Wash out mouth with water.
DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Notes to physician Treat patient symptomatically.
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General advice Keep away from sources of ignition. No smoking. If you feel unwell, seek medical advice
(show the label where possible). Ensure that medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved, and take precautions to protect themselves. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Keep out of reach of children.
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5. Fire Fighting Measures
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Flammable properties Combustible by OSHA criteria.
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Extinguishing media
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Suitable extinguishing media Dry chemical. Carbon dioxide. Foam. Fog.
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Unsuitable extinguishing media Not available
Protection of firefighters
Specific hazards arising from the chemical
Not available
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Protective equipment for firefighters
Firefighters should wear full protective clothing including self contained breathing apparatus.
Hazardous combustion products May include and are not limited to: Oxides of carbon. Oxides of nitrogen. Some metallic oxides.
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Explosion data
Sensitivity to mechanical impact Not available
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Sensitivity to static discharge Not available
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6. Accidental Release Measures
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Personal precautions Keep unnecessary personnel away. Do not touch or walk through spilled material. Do not
touch damaged containers or spilled material unless wearing appropriate protective clothing. Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak.
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Environmental precautions Do not discharge into lakes, streams, ponds or public waters.
Advise authorities if product has penetrated drains, sewers or water pipes.
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Methods for containment Stop leak if you can do so without risk. Prevent entry into waterways, sewers, basements
or confined areas.
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Methods for cleaning up Remove sources of ignition. Before attempting clean up, refer to hazard data given
above. Small spills may be absorbed with non-reactive absorbent and placed in suitable,
covered, labelled containers. Prevent large spills from entering sewers or waterways.
Contact emergency services and supplier for advice. Never return spills to original
containers for re-use.
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7. Handling and Storage
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Handling Ensure adequate ventilation.
Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing.
Avoid breathing mists or vapors. Use good industrial hygiene practices in handling this
material.
When using do not eat or drink.
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Remove sources of ignition.
Not for use on silver, lacquered, painted or antiqued-finished surfaces.
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Storage Keep out of reach of children.
Keep from freezing.
Do not store at temperatures above 120°F (49°C).
Keep container tightly closed.
Store away from direct sunlight and incompatible materials.
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8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
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Exposure limits
Ingredient(s)
Ammonium hydroxide
Exposure Limits
ACGIH-TLV
Not established
OSHA-PEL
Not established
Ammonium oxalate ACGIH-TLV
TWA: 1 mg/m3
OSHA-PEL
TWA: 1 mg/m3
Isopropanol ACGIH-TLV
TWA: 200 ppm
STEL: 400 ppm
OSHA-PEL
TWA: 400 ppm
Limestone ACGIH-TLV
TWA: 5 mg/m3
OSHA-PEL
TWA: 15 mg/m3
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Engineering controls General ventilation normally adequate.
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Personal protective equipment
Consult the product label for special protection or precautions that have been identified
for using this product under directed consumer use conditions. The following
recommendations are given for workplace employees, emergency personnel and for
other conditions and situations where there is a greater potential for large-scale or
prolonged exposure.
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Eye / face protection Avoid contact with eyes. If splashing is likely to occur or for occupational
exposures, wear appropriate eye protection.
Emergency responders should wear full eye and face protection.
Hand protection Wear impervious gloves where the potential for contact with the liquid is possible.
Emergency responders should wear impermeable gloves.
Skin and body protection As required by employer code.
Usual safety precautions while handling the product will provide adequate
protection against injury or irritation.
Follow label directions carefully.
Respiratory protection No special requirements under normal use conditions. Where exposure guideline levels
may be exceeded, use an approved NIOSH respirator.
Emergency responders should wear self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) to avoid inhalation of vapours generated by this product during a spill or other clean-up operations.
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General hygiene considerations Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.
When using do not eat or drink.
Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling the product.
Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing.
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9. Physical and Chemical Properties
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Appearance Liquid
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Color Light tan
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Form Liquid
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Odor ammoniacal
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Odor threshold Not available
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Physical state Liquid
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pH 9.6 - 10.2
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Freezing point Not available
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Boiling point Not available
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Pour point Not available
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Evaporation rate Not available
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Flash point 105 °F (40.55 °C) Tag Closed Cup
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Auto-ignition temperature Not available
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Flammability limits in air, lower, % by volume
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Flammability limits in air, upper, % by volume space
Not available
Not available
Vapor pressure Not available
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Vapor density Not available
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Specific gravity 1.104 - 1.140
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Octanol/water coefficient Not available
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Solubility (H2O) Insoluble
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VOC (Weight %) Not available
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Viscosity Viscous
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Percent volatile Not available
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10. Stability and Reactivity
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Reactivity DO NOT MIX WITH BLEACH or use in conjunction with other household products.
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Possibility of hazardous reactions Hazardous polymerization does not occur.
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Chemical stability Stable under recommended storage conditions.
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Conditions to avoid
Avoid high temperatures.
Do not mix with other chemicals.
Excessive heat and moisture.
Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition.
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Incompatible materials Not for use on silver, lacquered, painted or antiqued finished surfaces.
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Hazardous decomposition products May include and are not limited to: Oxides of carbon. Oxides of nitrogen. Some metallic oxides.
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11. Toxicological Information
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Component analysis - LC50
Ingredient(s)
Ammonium hydroxide
LC50
Not available
Ammonium oxalate Not available
Isopropanol 16970 mg/l/4h rat
Limestone Not available
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Component analysis - Oral LD50
Ingredient(s)
Ammonium hydroxide
LD50
350 mg/kg rat
Ammonium oxalate 70 mg/kg human
Isopropanol 4396 mg/kg rat
Limestone 6450 mg/kg rat
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Effects of acute exposure
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Eye Severely irritating to eyes. Risk of serious damage to eyes.
Avoid eye contact.
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Skin Slightly irritating to the skin. Not expected to be a skin sensitizer.
Avoid skin contact.
Inhalation Exposure to decomposition products may cause a health hazard. Serious effects may be
delayed following exposure.
Ingestion Health injuries are not known or expected under normal use.
Sensitization The finished product is not expected to have chronic health effects.
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Chronic effects The finished product is not expected to have chronic health effects.
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Carcinogenicity The finished product is not expected to have chronic health effects.
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Mutagenicity The finished product is not expected to have chronic health effects.
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Reproductive effects The finished product is not expected to have chronic health effects.
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Teratogenicity The finished product is not expected to have chronic health effects.
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Name of Toxicologically Synergistic
Products
Not available
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12. Ecological Information
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Ecotoxicity Components of this product have been identified as having potential environmental
concerns.
Ecotoxicity - Freshwater Algae - Acute Toxicity Data
Isopropanol 67-63-0 96 Hr EC50 Desmodesmus subspicatus: >1000 mg/L; 72 Hr EC50 Desmodesmus
subspicatus: >1000 mg/L
Ecotoxicity - Freshwater Fish - Acute Toxicity Data
Ammonium hydroxide 1336-21-6 96 Hr LC50 Pimephales promelas: 8.2 mg/L
Isopropanol 67-63-0 96 Hr LC50 Pimephales promelas: 9640 mg/L [flow-through]; 96 Hr LC50 Pimephales
promelas: 11130 mg/L [static]; 96 Hr LC50 Lepomis macrochirus: >1400000 μg/L
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Ecotoxicity - Water Flea - Acute Toxicity Data
Ammonium hydroxide 1336-21-6 48 Hr EC50 water flea: 0.66 mg/L; 48 Hr EC50 Daphnia pulex: 0.66 mg/L
Isopropanol 67-63-0 48 Hr EC50 Daphnia magna: 13299 mg/L
Persistence / degradability Not available
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Bioaccumulation / accumulation Not available
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Mobility in environmental media Not available
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Environmental effects Not available
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Aquatic toxicity Not available
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Partition coefficient Not available
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Chemical fate information Not available
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13. Disposal Considerations
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Disposal instructions Dispose in accordance with all applicable regulations.
Empty container can be disposed of as household trash or rinsed and recycled where
appropriate.
Waste from residues / unused products space
Not available
Contaminated packaging Not available
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14. Transport Information
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U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)
UN1987, Alcohols, n.o.s. (propan-2-ol), Class 3, PG III, Limited Quantity
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Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG - Canada)
UN1987, ALCOHOLS, N.O.S. (propan-2-ol), Class 3, PG III, Limited Quantity
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IMDG (Marine Transport)
UN1987, ALCOHOLS, N.O.S.. (propan-2-ol), Class 3, PG III
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IATA/ICAO (Air)
UN1987, Alcohols, n.o.s. (propan-2-ol), Class 3, PG III
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15. Regulatory Information
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Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
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29 CFR 1910.1200 hazardous chemical
Yes
US Federal regulations This product is a "Hazardous Chemical" as defined by the OSHA Hazard Communication
Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200.
U.S. - CAA (Clean Air Act) - Reactivity Factors for VOCs in Aerosol Coatings
Isopropanol 67-63-0 0.71 G Ozone/g VOC Reactivity Factor
U.S. - CAA (Clean Air Act) - Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) in SOCMI
Isopropanol 67-63-0 Present
U.S. - CERCLA/SARA - Hazardous Substances and their Reportable Quantities
Ammonium hydroxide 1336-21-6 1000 Lb final RQ; 454 kg final RQ
Ammonium oxalate 6009-70-7 5000 Lb final RQ (listed under Ammonium oxalate); 2270 kg final RQ (listed under
Ammonium oxalate)
U.S. - CERCLA/SARA - Section 313 - Emission Reporting
Isopropanol 67-63-0 1.0 % de minimis concentration (only if manufactured by the strong acid process, no
supplier notification)
U.S. - CWA (Clean Water Act) - Hazardous Substances
Ammonium hydroxide 1336-21-6 Present
Ammonium oxalate 6009-70-7 Present
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CERCLA (Superfund) reportable quantity
Ammonium hydroxide: 1000.0000
Ammonium oxalate: 5000.0000
Benzene, ethyl-: 1000.0000
Naphthalene: 100.0000
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Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA)
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Hazard categories
Section 302 extremely
hazardous substance
Immediate Hazard - Yes
Delayed Hazard - Yes
Fire Hazard - Yes
Pressure Hazard - No
Reactivity Hazard - No
No
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Section 311 hazardous chemical No
Clean Water Act (CWA) Hazardous substance
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State regulations This product is not subject to warning labeling under the California Proposition 65
regulation.
U.S. - California - 8 CCR Section 339 - Director's List of Hazardous Substances
Ammonium hydroxide
Ammonium oxalate
Isopropanol
1336-21-6
6009-70-7
67-63-0
Present (refers to solutions >=4%)
Present
Present
U.S. - Louisiana - Reportable Quantity List for Pollutants
Ammonium hydroxide 1336-21-6 1000 Lb final RQ; 454 kg final RQ
Ammonium oxalate 6009-70-7 5000 Lb final RQ (listed under Ammonium oxalate); 2270 kg final RQ (listed under
Ammonium oxalate)
U.S. - Massachusetts - Right To Know List
Ammonium hydroxide 1336-21-6 Present
Ammonium oxalate 6009-70-7 Present
Isopropanol 67-63-0 Present
Limestone 1317-65-3 Present
U.S. - Minnesota - Hazardous Substance List
Isopropanol 67-63-0 Present
Limestone 1317-65-3 Present (dust)
U.S. - New Jersey - Right to Know Hazardous Substance List
Ammonium hydroxide 1336-21-6 sn 0103
Isopropanol 67-63-0 sn 1076
Limestone 1317-65-3 sn 4001
U.S. - New York - Reporting of Releases Part 597 - List of Hazardous Substances
Ammonium hydroxide 1336-21-6 1000 Lb RQ (air); 100 lb RQ (land/water)
Ammonium oxalate 6009-70-7 5000 Lb RQ (air); 100 lb RQ (land/water)
U.S. - Pennsylvania - RTK (Right to Know) List
Ammonium hydroxide 1336-21-6 Environmental hazard
Ammonium oxalate 6009-70-7 Environmental hazard
Isopropanol 67-63-0 Environmental hazard
Limestone 1317-65-3 Present
U.S. - Rhode Island - Hazardous Substance List
Isopropanol 67-63-0 Toxic; Flammable
Limestone 1317-65-3 Toxic
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Inventory status
Country(s) or region Inventory name On inventory (yes/no)*
United States & Puerto Rico Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Inventory Yes
A "Yes" indicates that all components of this product comply with the inventory requirements administered by the governing country(s)
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16. Other Information
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Disclaimer This product should only be used as directed on the label and for the purpose intended.
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However,
neither the above named supplier nor any of its subsidiaries assumes any liability
whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein. Final
determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All
materials may present unknown hazards and should be used with caution. Although
certain hazards are described herein, we cannot guarantee that these are the only
hazards that exist.
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Further information BRASSO® Metal Polish, 8 fl oz - 8043677v1.0
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Issue date 28-May-2013
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Effective date 15-May-2013
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Prepared by Reckitt Benckiser Regulatory Department 800-333-3899
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Other information For an updated MSDS, please contact the supplier/manufacturer listed on the first
page of the document.