MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

100 Ink Series (CODETAPER INK)
Material Safety Data Sheet
May be used to comply with OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR
1910.1200 Standard must be consulted for specific requirements.		 U-S- Department of Labor
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
(Non-Mandatory Form)
Form Approved OMB No. 1218-0072
Identity: (As Used on Label and List)
100 Ink Series  (CODETAPER INK)		  
The information contained in this MSDS pertains to this ink used in large quantities by industrial and manufacturing personnel. The amount of ink in a stamp pad is very small. This MSDS should be a general reference to assist users of this product.

Date Prepared:  March, 12, 1999

SECTION 1 - MANUFACTURER'S INFORMATION - MANUFACTURER'S INFORMATION SECTION 1 - MANUFACTURER'S INFORMATION

RANGER INDUSTRIES
15 PARK ROAD
TINTON FALLS, NJ 07724

Telephone Numbers:
EMERGENCY-CHEMTRECH (800) 424-9300
INFORMATION (732) 389-3535
 

Hazardous Components OSHA(PEL) ACGIH (TLV)

SECTION 2 - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS/IDENTITY INFORMATION

Hazardous Components        OSHA(PEL)        ACGIH (TLV)
NONE
HAZARDOUS MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM (HMIS)
4 = EXTREME

3 = HIGH

 HEALTH     FIRE                                        REACTIVITY
     1        0                                                    0
2 = MODERATE
1 = SLIGHT
0 = INSIGNIFICANT

SECTION 3 - PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Boiling point  ñ 212°
Vapor pressure (mm Hg.)  NOT ESTABLISHED
Vapor density (Air = 1) NOT ESTABLISHED
Specific gravity (Water = 1)    ñ 1
pH   6.0 - 7.5
Melting point   NOT APPLICABLE
Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1)  ñ 1
Solubility in Water    COMPLETE
Appearance and Odor:  COLORED LIQUID, MILD ODOR
 

SECTION 4 - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash point (Method Used)   NOT APPLICABLE.  THIS INK MIXTURE IS A WATER BASED PRODUCT.   IT IS NOT EXPECTED TO BURN UNTIL ALL THE WATER HAS BOILED OFF.
Flammable Limits      LEL NOT DETERMINED       UEL NOT DETERMINED
Extinguishing Media   WATER SPRAY, ALL PURPOSE FOAM FOR LARGE FIRES.  CO2, DRY CHEMICAL FOR SMALL FIRES.
Special fire-fighting procedures   SELF-CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS, PROTECTIVE CLOTHING, WATER SPRAY TO COOL FIRE EXPOSED CONTAINERS AND STRUCTURES AND TO DISPERSE VAPORS.
Unusual fire & explosion hazards   NONE KNOWN
 

SECTION 5 - REACTIVITY DATA
Stability INK MIXTURE IS STABLE
Conditions to avoid NONE SPECIFICALLY RECOMMENDED
Incompatibility (Materials to avoid) STRONG OXIDIZERS
Hazardous decomposition or By-products CO, CO2, H20, OXIDES OF NITROGEN, HYDROGEN CHLORIDE AND OTHER PRODUCTS.
Hazardous polymerization Will not occur.
Conditions to Avoid          NONE SPECIFICALLY RECOMMENDED
 

SECTION 6 - HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Routes of Entry:  
Inhalation? NOT AT AMBIENT TEMPERATURE
Skin? LIQUID MAY COME IN CONTACT WITH SKIN
Eyes? LIQUID MAY COME IN CONTACT WITH EYES
Ingestion? POSSIBLE, BUT SHOULD BE AVOIDED
Carcinogenicity:  
NTP?   Not Listed     IARC Monographs?  Not Listed   OSHA Regulated:  Not Listed
MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY OVEREXPOSURE
None Known

OTHER HEALTH HAZARDS:
EFFECTS OF EXPOSURE
INHALATION: None under ambient conditions. Large amount of aerosoling may generate airborne levels sufficient to cause adverse effects.
EYES: Contact with eyes can cause irritation.
SKIN: Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause localized irritation.
INGESTION: Moderately toxic; may cause pain or discomfort to the gastrointestinal tract. EFFECTS OF REPEATED OVEREXPOSURE: Same as above

Emergency and First Aid Procedures
INHALATION: No adverse efforts anticipated by this route of exposure incidental to proper handling. If exposure occurs at elevated temperature, remove to fresh air and get medical attention as needed. EYES: Immediately flush with water and continue washing for several minutes. If irritation develops, get medical attention.
SKIN: Wash skin with soap and water. It irritation develops, get medical attention.
INGESTION: If person is fully conscious, give 2 glasses of water. Do not induce vomiting, unless directed by a physician. Obtain medical attention.

NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: There is no specific antidote.  Supportive care, treatment based on judgement of the physician in response to reactions of the patient.

SECTION 7 - PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE
Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled
Small spills: Soak up with absorbent material. Large spills: Dike to prevent contamination of waterways, then pump into suitable containers.
Waste Disposal Method
Follow Federal, State and Local regulations. Do not discharge into waterways or sewer systems.
Hazardous Waste 40 CFR 261: NO
Hazardous Waste Number:   Not Applicable
Reportable Quantity:   None
Precautions to be Taken in Handling or Storing:
Seal containers when not in use. Do not store near heat and open flame. To maintain product quality, store in cool, dark, dry area.
Other Precautions:
None specifically recommended
 

SECTION 8 - CONTROL MEASURES
Respiratory Protection (Specify Type):

None required under ambient conditions. NIOSH/MESA approved organic respirator may be required if a large degree of aerosoling occurs.
Ventilation:   Local Exhaust
Not needed under ambient conditions and normal use of product. Mechanical (General)
Not needed under ambient conditions and normal use of product.
Other:   None specifically recommended
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment
Safety goggles, general purpose rubber gloves, Protective clothing, protective foot wear, eye fountain and shower.
Work/Hygienic Practices
Standard good hygiene should always be practiced.
 

SECTION 9 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
STATUS ON SUBSTANCE LISTS

FEDERAL EPA

SUPERFUND AMENDMENTS AND REAUTHORIZATION ACT OF 1986 (SARA) TITLE III Sec. 311/312 Listed:   Not Listed
SUPERFUND AMENDMENTS AND REAUTHORIZATION ACT OF 1986 (SARA) TITLE III Sec. 313 and 40 CFR Part 372: Listed:  Not Listed
STATE RIGHT-TO-KNOW
None Known
OTHER REGULATORY INFORMATION
The materials present in this mixture are listed in the TSCA (USA) inventory.
Coalition of Northeastern Governors (CONEG)
No intentional addition of Lead, Cadmium, Mercury, or Hexavalent Chromium has been made to this product. To the best of our knowledge, the total incidental amount of the four metals listed above does not exceed 100 ppm.

NOTICE:   The opinions expressed are those of qualified persons within Ranger Industries. We believe that the information contained is accurate and current as of this date of the Material Safety Data Sheet. Since the use of this information and of these opinions and the conditions of the use of the product are not within the control of Ranger Industries, it is the user's obligation to determine the conditions for their safe use of this product.