MSDS
SECTION 1: PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT NAME: APS
SYNONYMS: Asphalt Pothole Solutions, APS Permanent Pothole Solutions
MANUFACTURER: APS
DIVISION:
ADDRESS: 300 Cleveland Rd.
P.O. Box 343
Norwalk, OH 44857
EMERGENCY PHONE(Chemtrec): 800-424-9300
OTHER CALLS: 419-565-1232
FAX PHONE: 419-710-4099
CHEMICAL NAME: N/A
CHEMICAL FAMILY: N/A
CHEMICAL FORMULA: N/A
PRODUCT USE: APS is used for repairing asphalt pavement, driveways, and parking lots
SECTION 2: COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
INGREDIENT: CAS NUMBER % WT
LIMESTONE 1317-65-3 90-94
MODIFIED PETROLEUM ASPHALT BASE 8052-42-4 5-7
PETROLEUM SOLVENT 68476-33-2 1-3
ADDITIVES <1.0
SECTION 3: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW:
ROUTES OF ENTRY: Eyes, skin, ingestion, inhalation.
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
EYES: Severe irritation including redness, tearing, and blurred vision.
SKIN: Prolonged or repeated contact may cause skin irritation and or dermatitis.
INGESTION: Swallowing can cause irritation of the mouth, throat, and stomach. Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea may result.
INHALATION: Fumes from these materials when heated or used indoors may cause headaches, nausea, and dizziness. Fumes
may also irritate the nose, throat, and lungs.
ACUTE HEALTH HAZARDS: Prolongs exposure to high levels of fumes may cause unconsciousness.
CHRONIC HEALTH HAZARDS: Product contains trace amounts of crystalline silica. Cutting or grinding hardened material will
release respirable crystalline silica. Prolonged or repeated inhalation of respirable crystalline silica
from this product can cause silicosis, a serious and fatal lung disease.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE:
CARCINOGENICITY
OSHA: NOT REGULATED ACGIH: NO NTP: NO IARC: NO
OTHER:
SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES
EYES: Flush with large amounts of water for at least fifteen(15) minutes. Lift upper and lower lids to ensure all material
is flushed out of eyes. Contact a physician
SKIN: Immediately remove any contaminated clothing and wash affected areas with soap and water. Thoroughly wash contaminated
clothing before wearing. If irritation or redness develops consult a physician.
INGESTION: Do not induce vomiting. Vomiting can cause the material to be aspirated into the lungs. Keep person warm and calm.
Obtain immediate medical attention.
INHALATION: Move individual to fresh air. If he/she is having difficulty breathing or is not conscious obtain immediate medical
attention.
SECTION 5: FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
FLAMMABLE LIMITS IN AIR, UPPER: N/A
(% BY VOLUME) LOWER: N/A
FLASH POINT: N/A
F:
C:
METHOD USED:
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE: N/A
F:
C:
NFPA HAZARD CLASSIFICATION
HEALTH: 1 FLAMMABILITY: 1 REACTIVITY: 0
OTHER:
HMIS HAZARD CLASSIFICATION
HEALTH: 1 FLAMMABILITY: 1 REACTIVITY: 0
PROTECTION: Safety glasses and gloves.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: carbon dioxide, dry chemical, and water fog. Foam or water stream may cause frothing.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: SCBA may be necessary in enclosed areas to prevent breathing of vapors.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Storage at elevated temperatures may cause release of flammable vapors in open
and/or confined areas.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Carbon monoxide, sulfur, and various hydrocarbons may be formed as a result of
combustion.
SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES: Recover spilled material into suitable container. Material can be reused.
SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING AND STORAGE: Store in well ventilated areas away from heat and flames. Keep sealed until used.
OTHER PRECAUTIONS: Product should not be heated or exposed to temperatures above 100 degrees farenheit.
SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Under normal use engineering controls are not required.
VENTILATION : No ventilation required under normal circumstances.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: No respiratory protection required under normal circumstances. If material is handled in a confined
area wear respirsator with a NIOSH approved organic vapor respiratory cartridge. Provide sufficient
ventilation to prevent vapors from accumulating and to maintain exposure levels below TLV’s.
EYE PROTECTION: Use ANSI approved safety glasses or face shield to prevent contact with eyes.
SKIN PROTECTION: Wear gloves and appropriate clothing to prevent contact with skin.
OTHER PROTECTIVE CLOTHING OR EQUIPMENT: Wear leather shoes or boots.
WORK HYGIENIC PRACTICES: Wash any exposed skin immediately after handling. Thoroughly wash contaminated clothing before
wearing.
EXPOSURE GUIDELINES:
INGREDIENT: PEL TLV
LIMESTONE (a) 15 MG/CU.M 15 MG/CU.M
MODIFIED PETROLEUM ASPHALT BASE (b) 5 ppm 5 ppm
PETROLEUM SOLVENT N/E N/E
ADDITIVES
SECTION 8 NOTES:
(a) Total dust
(b) As fumes
N/E: Not established
SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
APPEARANCE: Black, coated stone.
ODOR: Slight petroleum odor.
PHYSICAL STATE: Granular solid.
pH AS SUPPLIED:
pH (Other):
BOILING POINT: N/A
F:
C:
MELTING POINT: N/A
F:
C:
FREEZING POINT: N/A
F:
C:
VAPOR PRESSURE (mmHg): N/A
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F:
C:
VAPOR DENSITY (AIR = 1): N/A
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F:
C:
SPECIFIC GRAVITY (H2O = 1): Greater than water
@
F:
C:
EVAPORATION RATE: N/A
BASIS (=1):
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: N/A
PERCENT SOLIDS BY WEIGHT: 90-94
SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABLE UNSTABLE
STABILITY: X
CONDITIONS TO AVOID (STABILITY): Avoid contact with excessive heat and open flame.
INCOMPATIBILITY (MATERIAL TO AVOID): Incompatible with acids, bases, and oxidizing agents.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION OR BY-PRODUCTS: Carbon monoxide and various hydrocarbons.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: N/A
CONDITIONS TO AVOID (POLYMERIZATION): N/A
SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ROUTES OF ENTRY: Inhalation, ingestion.
SECTION 11 NOTES: Chronic effects include eye disease skin disorders, and respiratory conditions.
SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION: Release of this product into surface waters should be avoided.
SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD: Dispose of used containers and material according to local, state, and federal requirements.
RCRA HAZARD CLASS: This material in its purchased form is not a hazardous waste by listing or characteristic. It is the responsibility
of the product user to determine at the time of disposal whether it should be classified as hazardous waste.
SECTION 13 NOTES: Use old or contaminated material as a base under new material.
SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Not regulated by DOT as a hazardous substance.
HAZARD CLASS: None
ID NUMBER: None
PACKING GROUP:
LABEL STATEMENT:
OTHER AGENCIES:
SECTION 14 NOTES:
SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION
U.S. FEDERAL REGULATIONS
TSCA (TOXIC SUBSTANCE CONTROL ACT): All components of this product are in compliance with the inventory listing of TSCA.
CERCLA (COMPREHENSIVE RESPONSE COMPENSATION, AND LIABILITY ACT): This product not listed as a CERCLA hazardous
substance.
SARA TITLE III (SUPERFUND AMENDMENTS AND REAUTHORIZATION ACT):
311/312 HAZARD CATEGORIES: Considered to be an acute health hazard (irritation).
313 REPORTABLE INGREDIENTS: N/A
STATE REGULATIONS: N/A
INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS: N/A
SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION
OTHER INFORMATION:
PREPARATION INFORMATION:
DISCLAIMER: The information contained herein is based on data believed to be accurate at the time this document was prepared. Any use of this product that is not in conformance to this MSDS or in combination with any other material or process is the sole responsibility of the user. No guarantee or warranty, express or implied, is made in this document with respect to the merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, etc. concerning this product.
