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Firetrol 103

1.  PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION AND USE

is listed with the following:

2.  HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

FIRE-TROLŪ FireFoamŪ 103 is a proprietary mixture of foaming and wetting agents and has no CAS number. FireFoamŪ 103 concentrate is a blend of salts of mixed alkylsufonic acids, Hexylene Glycol (CAS #107-41-5), and Alkanol. The formula is a trade secret of FIRE-TROL CANADA COMPANY and approval has been granted (Registry #1220-001), by the Hazardous Materials Review Commission for an ingredient disclosure exemption.

3.  PHYSICAL DATA

1. Physical State: Low viscosity liquid.
2. Odour and Appearance: Bland. Light amber.
3. Odour Threshold (ppm): No data available.
4. Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): <1 at 20 degrees C.
5. Vapor Density (Air = 1): No data available.
6. Evaporation Rate: Not applicable.
7. Boiling Point: No data available.
8. Freezing point: -23 degrees C.
9. pH: 9.0 to 9.5
10. Specific Gravity: 1.02 to 1.03.
11. Coeff. Water/Oil Dist.: No data available.

4.  FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA

1. Flammability: Not flammable

2. Extinguishing Media: Carbon dioxide, dry chemical, foam, or water spray. Class A, BC, or ABC fire extinguishers. Sand/earth.

3. Special Firefighting Procedures in Enclosed Areas: In case of accident or fire involving FireFoamŪ 103 Concentrate firefighters must be equipped to prevent breathing of any vapours or products of combustion. Wear an approved self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing. There are no special hazards involved in fighting fires involving the diluted product.

4. Flashpoint: Greater than 200 degrees F (95C). (Pensky Martens Closed Cup).

5. Upper and Lower Flammable Limits (%): Not Applicable.

6. Auto-ignition Temp.: No data available.

7. Hazardous Combustion Products: When heated to point of combustion, FireFoamŪ 103 Concentrate will produce carbon dioxide (CO2), carbon monoxide (CO), and oxides of sulfur.

8. Explosion Data:
   Sensitivity to Impact: Not Applicable
   Sensitivity to Static Discharge: Not Applicable

5.  REACTIVITY DATA

1. Stability: Excellent long-term stability. Can be used down to the freezing point of water. Freezing point of concentrate is -10 degrees F (-23 degrees C). If frozen, concentrate can be warmed up and used with no loss of effectiveness. Do not store above 150 degrees F (66 degrees C).

2. Incompatibility: Avoid strong oxidizers such as hydrogen peroxide, bromine and chromic acid. Avoid strong reducing agents.

3. Reactivity: Not Applicable.

4. Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, and oxides of sulfur.

6.  TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES

1. Routes of Entry: 
   Skin contact, inhalation of concentrate mists or vapors and ingestion can be expected to be the most common types of exposure to FireFoamŪ 103 concentrate. Available information on FireFoamŪ 103 ingredients indicates that inhalation of concentrate vapors may be irritating to the upper respiratory tract. Inhalation of high concentrations of one ingredient in the FireFoamŪ 103 concentrate have been shown to have adverse effects on the central nervous system. These effects include nausea, headache and dizziness. Acute ingestion of one ingredient of FireFoamŪ 103 concentrate has been shown to have adverse effects on the central nervous system of laboratory animals. Chronic ingestion of alkanol II has produced adverse effects on the kidneys and livers of laboratory animals.

2. Toxicological Data:
   FireFoamŪ 103 - Concentrate
   Oral LD50 (Rat): > 5050 mg/kg. Practically non-toxic
   Dermal LD50 (Rabbit): > 2010 mg/kg. Practically non-toxic
   Eye Irritation (Rabbit): Irritation score 24.8. Moderately irritating
   Skin Irritation (Rabbit): Irritation score 4.0 out of 8.0. Moderate irritant.
   FireFoamŪ 103 - 1% Solution
   Oral LD50 (Rat): > 5050 mg/kg. Practically non-toxic
   Dermal LD50 (Rabbit): > 2010 mg/kg. Practically non-toxic
   Eye Irritation (Rabbit): Irritation score 2.3. Practically non-irritating
   Skin Irritation (Rabbit): Irritation score 0.7 out of 8.0. Slight irritant
   All tests were carried out at an accredited lab under guidelines promulgated by EPA
   Publication 540/9-82-025 and were in compliance with Good Laboratory Practice
   Standards, Fed. Reg.48, 53946, 1983.

3. Exposure Limits: 
   Hexelyene Glycol 25ppm (NIOSH REL) 
   Alkanol I 100 ppm (OSHA PEL) 50 ppm (ACGIH TLV skin notation)

4. Effects of Acute Exposure:
   Skin: Mild to Moderate Irritation.
   Eyes: Mild to Moderate Irritation.
   Respiratory Tract: Moderate Irritation.

5. Effects of Chronic Exposure: 
   No data available.

6. Carcinogenicity: 
   Not listed by NTP or IARC.

7. Teratogenicity: 
   Not listed by NTP or IARC.

8. Mutagenicity: 
   Not listed by NTP or IARC.

9. Reproductive toxicity: 
   Not listed by NTP or IARC.

10. Synergistic Products: 
    Not applicable.

7.  PREVENTIVE MEASURES

1. Protective clothing and equipment should be utilized when handling FireFoamŪ103 concentrate.

   (i)	Gloves:	Avoid prolonged skin contact. Use any type of rubber, plastic, or solvent resistant gloves when handling concentrate.
   (ii)	Eye:	Avoid eye contact. Use chemical safety goggles offering a full seal around the eyes.
   (iii)	Clothing:	Use a neoprene type apron if working with concentrate for prolonged periods.
   (iv)	Footwear:	Due to the wetting properties of FireFoamŪ 103 rubber footwear should be worn when handling concentrate or working with the diluted product.
   (v)	Respirator:	Avoid excessive inhalation of concentrate vapors such as may occur in a confined space. Use concentrate in a ventilated area. If a respirator is utilized, use NIOSH/OSHA approved respirator with vapor cartridge.

2. Ventilation Type Required: 
    Mechanical
3. Store concentrate in plastic, polyethylene, or polyethylene lined containers only. DO NOT store concentrate in metal tanks since metal contamination can affect the effectiveness of the concentrate.
4. Leak and Spill Procedure: 
   Spills of FireFoamŪ 103 should be contained with a physical barrier such as earth or a berm. Concentrate should be recovered for reuse or physically removed. Sand or other absorbent material can be used to facilitate removal. Do not apply water directly to spills of FireFoamŪ 103 to avoid excessive foaming. Water can be used for final cleanup once concentrate has been removed.
5. Waste Disposal: Dispose of in accordance with all Federal, Provincial and Local regulations.
6. Transportation Information:
   Transport Canada: Not Regulated
   Reportable Quantity: Not Applicable
   Freight Classification: Adjuvant spreader/sticker
   Non-flammable, non-corrosive

8.   ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS

1. FireFoamŪ 103 is biodegradable and has minimal environmental impact. Test 796-3100 - Aerobic Aquatic Biodegradation outlined in NFPA Standard 298 - Foam Chemicals for Wildland Fire Control was conducted on FireFoamŪ 103. Results indicate FireFoamŪ 103 is 50% biodegraded in 2.25 days and 90% biodegraded in 3 days. 

2. Due to the sensitivity of aquatic life to chemicals, do not apply FireFoamŪ 103 directly into streams or other bodies of water. 
   Concentrate:
         96 hr. LC50 Juvenile Rainbow Trout: 41 mg/litre.
         Slightly Toxic
   0.5% Solution
         96 hr. LC50 Juvenile Rainbow Trout: 8220 mg/litre
         Practically Non - Toxic

9.   FIRST AID PROCEDURES

1. Skin Contact: Wash off with water. Remove contaminated clothing. Use medicated lotion if skin becomes dry or chapped.

2. Eye Contact: Flush eyes immediately with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Consult a physician.

3. Inhalation: Remove to fresh air and give oxygen if breathing is difficult. Get medical attention.

4. Ingestion: If ingested, dilute with a small amount of water (200-300ml) Do not induce vomiting. If vomiting has occurred naturally, have victim lean forward to reduce risk of aspiration. If breathing has stopped, trained personnel should begin artificial respiration immediately. Get medical attention.

10.  PREPARATION DATE

Prepared By: Fire-Trol Canada Company  250-374-037
Effective Date: January 18, 2005                                        Supersedes: January 17, 2002

Fire-Trol Holdings L.L.C. warrants that FIRE-TROLŪ products are reasonably fit for the purposes for which they were developed only when used in accordance with manufacturers recommended use practices and when used under normal conditions. The liability of Fire-Trol Holdings L.L.C. with respect to the use and handling of FIRE-TROLŪ products is limited to the amount of the purchase price of the product to the user, and >Fire-Trol Holdings L.L.C. will not be liable for consequential, special, or indirect damages resulting from such use or handling.

FIRE-TROL HOLDINGS L.L.C. MAKES NO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE NOR ANY OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY EXCEPT AS STATED ABOVE.

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