SDS
MSDS ID: 540910 08/10
JELMAR
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
CLR CALCIUM LIME & RUST REMOVER
ENHANCED FORMULA - DfE
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SECTION 8 – EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
VENTILATION REQUIREMENT: Avoid prolonged breathing mists or dusts of this product. Use with
adequate ventilation. Do not use in closed or confined spaces.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: None required during normal household use. If product is used in an
industrial setting, respiratory protection must be worn if ventilation does not eliminate symptoms or keep
levels below recommended exposure limits. If mist or dust is present, wear NIOSH-Approved respirator for
dusts and mists, NIOSH-Approved self-contained breathing apparatus, NIOSH-Approved full-face piece
positive-pressure, air-supplied respirator. DO NOT exceed limits established by respirator manufacturer.
Emergency responders should wear self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) to avoid inhalation of
product.
EYE PROTECTION: Not required during normal household usage. Industrial users wear safety goggles.
Do not wear contact lenses. Emergency responders should wear full eye and face protection.
SKIN PROTECTION: Rubber gloves with protective cuff. Emergency responders should wear
impermeable gloves.
OTHER PROTECTION: Emergency responders should wear chemical type (impermeable) protective
clothing and footwear where direct contact with chemicals in this product is possible.
WORK/HYGIENIC PRACTICES: Wash thoroughly with soap and water after use or handling.
EXPOSURE GUIDELINES: OSHA ACGIH
COMPONENT PEL STEL/C TWA STEL/C
1. Water N.E. N.E. N.E. N.E.
2. Lactic Acid N.E N.E. N.E. N.E.
3. Gluconic Acid N.E. N.E. N.E. N.E.
4. Lauramine Oxide N.E. N.E. N.E. N.E.
5. Propylene Glycol n-Butyl Ether N.E. N.E. N.E. N.E.
SECTION 9 – PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Boiling point: 100º C / 212º F Specific Gravity: 1.04 – 1.06
Vapor Pressure: N.D. Percent Volatiles: ~78.6% (Calculated)
Freezing Point: N.D. Evaporation Rate: N.D. (nBuAc=1)
Melting Point: N.D. VOC (Wt%): <1.5 (Calculated)
Vapor Density (mm Hg): N.D. VOC (LBS/GAL): <0.13 (Calculated)
pH: @20ºC 2.10-2.30 Solubility in Water: 100%
SECTION 10 – STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABILITY: Stable under normal conditions.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Avoid elevated temperatures.
INCOMPATIBLE MATERIALS: Strong oxidizing agents, metals, acids, and bases.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating
gases and vapors and carbon oxides.
POSSIBILITY OF HAZARDOUS REACTIONS: No data.
SECTION 11 – TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ACUTE ORAL EFFECTS: A dose of 5 ml/kg was given to 5 male and 5 female rats and no mortality
occurred in 14 days. The acute oral LD
50
was found to be > 5 ml/kg. The product is not toxic by oral
ingestion in accordance with FHSA / CPSC Guidelines.
SKIN: Not a primary dermal irritant in accordance with FHSA / CPSC Guidelines.
EYE: Irritant in accordance with FHSA / CPSC Guidelines.