MSDS
United Industries
P. O. Box 142642
St. Louis, MO 63114-0642
Material Safety Data Sheet
Complies with OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200
Hazardous Material Identification
System – (HMIS)
HEALTH – 1 REACTIVITY – 0
FLAMMABILITY – 0 PERSONAL –
I Trade Name: Mulch-Lock Ready-to-Use
Product Type: Mulch Adhesive/Sticking Agent
Product Item Number: HG-16000 Formula Code Number: 21-1370
EPA Registration Number Manufacturer Emergency Telephone Numbers
N/A
Chemsico
Division of United Industries Corporation
8494 Chapin Industrial Drive
St. Louis, MO 63114
For Chemical Emergency:
For Information:
Prepared by:
Date Prepared:
1-800-633-2873
1-800-332-5553
C. A. Duckworth
February 21, 2014
II Hazards Ingredient/Identity Information III Physical and Chemical Characteristics
Chemical % OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV Appearance & Odor: Opaque with emulsion with a glue-like odor
Vinyl Acetate Polymer 15.5 NA NA Boiling Point:
220° F
CAS# 9003-20-7 Melting Point: NA
Polyvinyl Alcohol
0.85 NA NA PH: 3-4.5
CAS #9002-89-5 Specific Gravity: 1.0-1.04 (H
2
O = 1)
Diethylene Glycol
Monobutyl ether Acetate
0.75
NA NA Vapor Density: Greater than 1 (Air = 1)
CAS #124-17-4 % Volatile (by vol.): >80%
Aluminum Chloride
CAS #7784-13-6
0.45 NA NA Solubility in Water: >80%
Evaporation Rate: Less than 1 (Butyl Acetate = 1)
IV Fire and Explosive Hazards Data V Reactivity Data
Flash Point: NA – Will not burn Stability: Stable
Flame Extension: NA Polymerization: Will not occur
Flammable Limits: NA Conditions to Avoid: None
Autoignition Temperature: NA Incompatible Materials: NA
Fire Extinguishing Media: Water fog, Carbon dioxide, Dry chemical Hazardous Decomposition
Decomposition Temperature: NA or Byproducts: NA
Special Fire-Fighting Procedures: Use procedures for elimination of
original fire source.
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards:
None. Also see Section V.
VI Health Hazard Data VII Precautions for Safe Handling and Use
Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed. First Aid: If swallowed drink large
quantities of water and contact your physician or the Poison Control
Center. Eye Contact: May cause eye irritation. First Aid: Immediately
flush eyes with large amounts of water. Contact a physician or Poison
Control Center if irritation persists. Skin Contact: Wash affected area with
soap and water. Launder contaminated clothing before reuse.
Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled:
Avoid contact with liquid. Soak up with absorbent material.
Waste Disposal:
If empty: Non refillable container. Do not reuse or refill this container.
Place in trash or offer for recycling if available. If partially filled: Call your
local solid waste agency for disposal instructions. Never place unused
product down any indoor or outdoor drain.
Handling & Storage Precautions:
Store in a cool, dry area away from heat or open flame.
Special Notes: None
Health conditions Aggravated by Exposure: None known
Ingredients listed by NTP, OSHA, or IARC
as Carcinogens or Potential Carcinogens: None
VIII Control Measures IX Transportation Data
Read and follow label directions. They are your best guide to using this
product effectively, and give necessary safety precautions to protect
your health.
DOT: Not Regulated
IMDG: Not Regulated
IATA: Not Regulated
The information and statements herein are believed to be reliable but are not to be construed as warranty or representation for which we assume
legal responsibility. Users should undertake sufficient verification and testing to determine the suitability for their own particular purpose of any
information or products referred to herein. NO WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IS MADE.