Thermacell C-15 Cartridge Safety Data Sheet

Section 1: Identification

Product Identifier

Product Name: C-15 Cartridge

Product Form: Mixture

Intended Use of the Product

As Gas Cartridge or Energy Cell.

Name, Address, and Telephone of the Responsible Party

Company

Thermacell Repellents, Inc
26 Crosby Dr
Bedford, MA 01730
781-541-6900
www.thermacell.com

Emergency Telephone Number

Emergency Number: 703-527-3887 CHEMTREC

Section 2: Hazards Identification

Classification of the Substance or Mixture (GHS-US)

• Simple Asphyxiant
• Flammable Gas Category 1 (H220)
• Gas under pressure (Liquefied gas) (H280)

Label Elements (GHS-US Labeling)

Hazard Pictograms

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Signal Word

Danger

Hazard Statements

• H220 - Extremely flammable gas.
• H280 - Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated.
• May displace oxygen and cause rapid suffocation.

Precautionary Statements

• P210 - Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
• P377 - Leaking gas fire: Do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely.
• P381 - Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so.
• P403 - Store in a well-ventilated place.
• P410+P403 - Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place.

Other Hazards

Exposure to high vapor concentrations can lead to nausea, headache, dizziness, and in extreme cases, loss of consciousness and death in oxygen deficient environments. Prolonged exposure to vapor may affect the central nervous system. Contact with liquid LPG can cause cold burns. Contains Sulfur, may release small amounts of hydrogen sulfide. Hydrogen sulfide is a highly flammable, explosive gas under certain conditions, is a toxic gas, and may be fatal.

Unknown Acute Toxicity (GHS-US): Not applicable

Section 3: Composition/Information on Ingredients

Mixture

Section 4: First Aid Measures

Description of First Aid Measures

General

Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. If frostbite or freezing occurs, immediately flush with plenty of lukewarm water to GENTLY warm the affected area. Do not use hot water. Do not rub affected area. Get immediate medical attention.

Inhalation

When symptoms occur: go into open air and ventilate suspected area. Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/physician if you feel unwell.

Skin Contact

Remove contaminated clothing. Drench affected area with water for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention if irritation persists.

Eye Contact

Rinse cautiously with water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do so. Continue rinsing. Obtain medical attention if irritation persists.

Ingestion

Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.

Most Important Symptoms and Effects Both Acute and Delayed

• Symptoms/Injuries: Asphyxiant gas. Compressed gases may create low temperatures when they expand rapidly. Leaks and uses that allow rapid expansion may cause a frostbite hazard.
• Symptoms/Injuries After Inhalation: May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Vapors are heavier than air and may cause asphyxia by reduction of the oxygen content.
• Symptoms/Injuries After Skin Contact: May cause skin irritation. May cause frostbite on contact with the liquefied gas.
• Symptoms/Injuries After Eye Contact: May cause eye irritation. May cause frostbite.
• Symptoms/Injuries After Ingestion: Ingestion is an unlikely route of exposure for a gas.
• Chronic Symptoms: None known.

Indication of Any Immediate Medical Attention and Special Treatment Needed

If you feel unwell, seek medical advice (show the label where possible).

Section 5: Fire-Fighting Measures

Extinguishing Media

Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray, fog.

Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Do not use a heavy water stream. Use of heavy stream of water may spread fire.

Special Hazards Arising From the Substance or Mixture

Fire Hazard: Extremely flammable gas. Vapors are heavier than air and may travel considerable distance to an ignition source and flash back to source of vapors.

Explosion Hazard: May form flammable/explosive vapor-air mixture. Heating may cause an explosion. Heat may build pressure, rupturing closed containers, spreading fire and increasing risk of burns and injuries.

Reactivity

Hazardous reactions will not occur under normal conditions. Pressurized container: may burst if heated.

Advice for Firefighters

Precautionary Measures Fire: Exercise caution when fighting any chemical fire.

Firefighting Instructions: Leaking gas fire: Do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely. In case of leaking gas fire, eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so. Do not allow run-off from firefighting to enter drains or water courses – may cause explosion hazard in drains and may reignite on surface water. Use water spray or fog for cooling exposed containers. In case of major fire and large quantities: Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion.

Protection During Firefighting: Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.

Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide and low molecular weight hydrocarbons.

Section 6: Accidental Release Measures

Personal Precautions, Protective Equipment and Emergency Procedures

General Measures: Use special care to avoid static electric charges. Eliminate every possible source of ignition. Do not breathe gas. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Ruptured cylinders may rocket.

For Non-Emergency Personnel: Use appropriate personal protection equipment (PPE). Evacuate unnecessary personnel.

For Emergency Personnel: Equip cleanup crew with proper protection. Upon arrival at the scene, a first responder is expected to recognize the presence of dangerous goods, protect oneself and the public, secure the area, and call for the assistance of trained personnel as soon as conditions permit.

Environmental Precautions

Avoid release to the environment.

Methods and Material for Containment and Cleaning Up

For Containment: If possible, stop flow of product.

Methods for Cleaning Up: Use water spray to reduce vapors or divert vapor cloud drift.

Section 7: Handling and Storage

Precautions for Safe Handling

Additional Hazards When Processed: Use only as directed by the information identified in the package insert. Handle empty containers with care because residual vapors are flammable. Do not puncture or incinerate container.

Hygiene Measures

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety procedures. Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking, or smoking and again when leaving work. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

Conditions for Safe Storage, Including Any Incompatibilities

Technical Measures: Proper grounding procedures to avoid static electricity should be followed. Comply with applicable regulations.

Storage Conditions: Store in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Keep container closed when not in use. Keep in fireproof place. Protect from heat and direct sunlight.

Incompatible Materials: Acids. Solvents.

Specific End Use(s)

As Gas Cartridge or Energy Cell

Section 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Control Parameters

For substances listed in section 3 that are not listed here, there are no established Exposure limits from the manufacturer, supplier, importer, or the appropriate advisory agency including: ACGIH (TLV), NIOSH (REL), OSHA (PEL), Canadian provincial governments, or the Mexican government.

Summary of Key Exposure Limits:

Butane (106-97-8):

• Mexico OEL TWA: 1900 mg/m³ / 800 ppm
• USA ACGIH STEL: 1000 ppm
• USA NIOSH REL (TWA): 1900 mg/m³ / 800 ppm
• Alberta OEL TWA: 1000 ppm
• British Columbia OEL STEL: 750 ppm

Isobutane (75-28-5):

• USA ACGIH STEL: 1000 ppm
• USA NIOSH REL (TWA): 1900 mg/m³ / 800 ppm
• Manitoba OEL STEL: 1000 ppm
• Nova Scotia OEL STEL: 1000 ppm
• Saskatchewan OEL STEL: 1250 ppm

Sulfur (7704-34-9):

• Alberta OEL TWA: 10 mg/m³

Petroleum gases, liquefied (68476-85-7):

• Mexico OEL TWA: 1800 mg/m³ / 1000 ppm
• USA ACGIH TWA: 1000 ppm
• USA OSHA PEL (TWA): 1800 mg/m³ / 1000 ppm
• USA NIOSH REL (TWA): 1800 mg/m³ / 1000 ppm
• USA IDLH: 2000 ppm
• Alberta OEL TWA: 1000 ppm
• British Columbia OEL STEL: 1250 ppm

Exposure Controls

Appropriate Engineering Controls

Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas. Gas detectors should be used when flammable gases/vapors may be released.

Personal Protective Equipment

Not generally required. The use of personal protective equipment may be necessary as conditions warrant.

Materials for Protective Clothing

Chemically resistant materials and fabrics. Flame retardant antistatic protective clothing.

Hand Protection

Wear chemically resistant protective gloves.

Eye Protection

Chemical safety goggles.

Respiratory Protection

If exposure limits are exceeded or irritation is experienced, approved respiratory protection should be worn.

Thermal Hazard Protection

If material is cold, wear thermally resistant protective gloves.

Other Information

When using, do not eat, drink or smoke.

Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties

Information on Basic Physical and Chemical Properties

• Physical State: Gas
• Appearance: Colorless
• Odor: Faint Disagreeable
• Odor Threshold: Not available
• pH: Not available
• Evaporation Rate: Not available
• Melting Point: Not available
• Freezing Point: Not available
• Boiling Point: Not available
• Flash Point: -40 °C (-40 °F)
• Auto-ignition Temperature: Not available
• Decomposition Temperature: Not available
• Flammability (solid, gas): Not available
• Lower Flammable Limit: Not available
• Upper Flammable Limit: Not available

Explosion Data

• Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact: Sensitive to mechanical impact.
• Sensitivity to Static Discharge: Static discharge could act as an ignition source.

Section 10: Stability and Reactivity

Chemical Stability

Extremely flammable gas.

Reactivity

Hazardous reactions will not occur under normal conditions. Pressurized container: may burst if heated.

Possibility of Hazardous Reactions

Hazardous polymerization will not occur.

Conditions to Avoid

Direct sunlight. Extremely high or low temperatures. Open flame. Overheating. Heat. Sparks.

Incompatible Materials

Acids. Solvents.

Hazardous Decomposition Products

Carbon oxides (CO, CO₂).

Section 11: Toxicological Information

Information on Toxicological Effects - Product

• Acute Toxicity: Not classified
• LD50 and LC50 Data: Not available
• Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Not classified
• Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Not classified
• Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: Not classified
• Germ Cell Mutagenicity: Not classified
• Carcinogenicity: Not classified
• Reproductive Toxicity: Not classified
• Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure): Not classified
• Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure): Not classified
• Aspiration Hazard: Not classified

Symptoms/Injuries

• After Inhalation: May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Vapors are heavier than air and may cause asphyxia by reduction of the oxygen content.
• After Skin Contact: May cause skin irritation. May cause frostbite on contact with the liquefied gas.
• After Eye Contact: May cause eye irritation. May cause frostbite.
• After Ingestion: Ingestion is an unlikely route of exposure for a gas.

Chronic Symptoms

None known.

Information on Toxicological Effects - Ingredient(s)

Section 12: Ecological Information

Toxicity

Ecology - General

Not classified.

Persistence and Degradability

Not established

Bioaccumulative Potential

• Butane (106-97-8) Log Pow: 2.89
• Isobutane (75-28-5) BCF Fish 1: 1.57 - 1.97
• Isobutane (75-28-5) Log Pow: 2.88 (at 20 °C)
• Petroleum gases, liquefied (68476-85-7) Log Pow: <= 2.8

Mobility in Soil

Not available

Other Adverse Effects

Avoid release to the environment.

Section 13: Disposal Considerations

Waste Disposal Recommendations

Dispose of waste material in accordance with all local, regional, national, provincial, territorial and international regulations.

Additional Information

Handle empty containers with care because residual vapors are flammable.

Section 14: Transport Information

In Accordance with DOT

• Proper Shipping Name: GAS CARTRIDGES, (flammable) without a release device, non-refillable
• Hazard Class: 2.1
• Identification Number: UN2037
• Label Codes: 2.1
• ERG Number: 115

When in containers of not more than 4 fluid ounces capacity (7.22 cubic inches or less), this product may be shipped as a limited quantity or consumer quantity.

In Accordance with IMDG

• Proper Shipping Name: RECEPTACLES, SMALL, CONTAINING GAS (GAS CARTRIDGES) without a release device, non-refillable
• Hazard Class: 2
• Identification Number: UN2037
• Label Codes: 2.1
• EmS-No. (Fire): F-D
• EmS-No. (Spillage): S-U

In Accordance with IATA

• Proper Shipping Name: GAS CARTRIDGES without a release device, non-refillable
• Identification Number: UN2037
• Hazard Class: 2
• Label Codes: 2.1
• ERG Code (IATA): 10L

In Accordance with TDG

• Proper Shipping Name: GAS CARTRIDGES WITHOUT A RELEASE DEVICE, NON-REFILLABLE
• Hazard Class: 2.1
• Identification Number: UN2037
• Label Codes: 2.1

Section 15: Regulatory Information

US Federal Regulations

C-15 Cartridge:

• SARA Section 311/312 Hazard Classes: Sudden release of pressure hazard, Fire hazard

Butane (106-97-8): Listed on the United States TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) inventory.

Isobutane (75-28-5): Listed on the United States TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) inventory.

Sulfur (7704-34-9): Listed on the United States TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) inventory.

Petroleum gases, liquefied (68476-85-7): Listed on the United States TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) inventory.

US State Regulations

Butane (106-97-8): U.S. - Massachusetts - Right To Know List, U.S. - New Jersey - Right to Know Hazardous Substance List, U.S. - Pennsylvania - RTK (Right to Know) List.

Isobutane (75-28-5): U.S. - Massachusetts - Right To Know List, U.S. - New Jersey - Right to Know Hazardous Substance List, U.S. - Pennsylvania - RTK (Right to Know) List.

Sulfur (7704-34-9): U.S. - Massachusetts - Right To Know List, U.S. - New Jersey - Right to Know Hazardous Substance List, U.S. - Pennsylvania - RTK (Right to Know) List.

Petroleum gases, liquefied (68476-85-7): U.S. - Massachusetts - Right To Know List, U.S. - New Jersey - Right to Know Hazardous Substance List, U.S. - Pennsylvania - RTK (Right to Know) List.

Canadian Regulations

C-15 Cartridge: WHMIS Classification: Class B Division 1 - Flammable Gas, Class A - Compressed Gas.

Butane (106-97-8): Listed on the Canadian DSL (Domestic Substances List), Listed on the Canadian IDL (Ingredient Disclosure List) with IDL Concentration 1%. WHMIS Classification: Class A - Compressed Gas, Class B Division 1 - Flammable Gas.

Isobutane (75-28-5): Listed on the Canadian DSL (Domestic Substances List). WHMIS Classification: Class A - Compressed Gas, Class B Division 1 - Flammable Gas.

Sulfur (7704-34-9): Listed on the Canadian DSL (Domestic Substances List). WHMIS Classification: Class B Division 4 - Flammable Solid, Class D Division 2 Subdivision B - Toxic material causing other toxic effects.

Petroleum gases, liquefied (68476-85-7): Listed on the Canadian DSL (Domestic Substances List). WHMIS Classification: Class A - Compressed Gas, Class B Division 1 - Flammable Gas.

Section 16: Other Information, Including Date of Preparation or Last Revision

Revision Date

05/07/2015

Other Information

This document has been prepared in accordance with the SDS requirements of the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200.

GHS Full Text Phrases:

• Aquatic Acute 3: Hazardous to the aquatic environment - Acute Hazard Category 3
• Comb. Dust: Combustible Dust / May form combustible dust concentrations in air
• Flam. Gas 1: Flammable gases Category 1
• Liquefied gas: Gases under pressure Liquefied gas
• Simple Asphy: Simple Asphyxiant
• Skin Irrit. 2: Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
• H220: Extremely flammable gas
• H280: Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated
• H315: Causes skin irritation
• H402: Harmful to aquatic life

Party Responsible for the Preparation of This Document

Thermacell Repellents, Inc.
781-541-6900

This information is based on our current knowledge and is intended to describe the product for the purposes of health, safety and environmental requirements only. It should not therefore be construed as guaranteeing any specific property of the product.