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Product Name: Rain X Plus Bug Remover Premium Washer Fluid-06/28/2002
Form: liquid
Product Category: Auto Products » Windows/Windshield » windshield washer fluid
Customer Service: 800-416-1600
Date Entered: 2003-01-01
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Manufacturer
Manufacturer: Sopus Products
Div., Shell Oil Company
includes Pennzoil-Quaker State
Address: PO Box 4427
City: Houston
State: TX
Zip Code: 77210
Telephone Number: 800-416-1600
Toll Free Number: 800-416-1600
Date Info Verified: 2007-02-07
Related Items: Products by this manufacturer
The following information (Health Effects, Handling/Disposal, and Ingredients) is taken from the product label and/or the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) prepared by the manufacturer. The National Library of Medicine does not test products nor does it evaluate information from the product label or the MSDS.
Health Effects
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Warnings: Eye and skin irritant. Swallowing even small amounts (of methanol) may cause blindness or death. Repeated exposure by inhalation or absorption may cause systemic poisoning, brain disorders, impaired vision and blindness. Caution: Flammable. Eye Irritant. Contains denatured alcohol. Keep away from heat, sparks, flames and other ignition sources. Store below 120 degrees F. Avoid contact with eyes. For contact with eyes, wash thoroughly with water and see physician if irritation persists. Use only as directed. Intentional misuse by deliberately ingesting can be harmful. Keep out of reach of children.

MSDS: EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES
Eyes: flush eyes immediately with copious amounts of water for 15 minutes, obtain medical attention.
Skin: flush with soap and water for 15 minutes, remove contaminated clothing.
Inhalation: remove from source to fresh air and provide respiratory support as needed. Obtain immediate medical attention.
Ingestion: induce vomiting. Obtain immediate medical attention.
Acute Health Effects: From MSDS
Eye Contact: Avoid eye contact. May be irritating to the eyes upon direct contact.
Skin Contact: Avoid skin contact. Single, short exposures, as expected with consumer use of this product, are expected to be practically non-irritating to the skin. Prolonged or repeated skin contact may result in dryness, chapping, and reddening. May be absorbed through skin.
Inhalation: Avoid inhalation of mists or vapors. Exposure to mist/vapors may be irritating to respiratory tract.
Ingestion: Do not ingest. Ingestion of large quantities may be harmful. Can cause central nervous system depression if ingested. Can cause reversible or permanent blindness. Ingestion may result in lung aspiration. Aspiration may lead to chemical pneumonitis which is characterized by pulmonary edema and hemorrhage and may be fatal. Signs of lung involvement include increased respiratory rate, increased heart rate, and a bluish discoloration of the skin. Coughing, choking, and gagging are often noted at the time of aspiration.

MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE
Drying and chapping may make skin more susceptible to other irritants, sensitizers and disease.

This product contains a low concentration of methyl alcohol. Although effects of methyl alcohol are indicated, such effects are not expected with consumer use of this product.
Chronic Health Effects: From MSDS
Prolonged or repeated skin contact may result in dryness, chapping, and reddening.
Carcinogenicity: The manufacturer's Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) does not state whether the ingredients are considered carcinogens or potential carcinogens.
Health Rating: 1
Flammability Rating: 2
Reactivity Rating: 0
HMIS Rating Scale: 0 = Minimal; 1 = Slight; 2 = Moderate; 3 = Serious; 4 = Severe; 
N = No information provided by manufacturer; * = Chronic Health Hazard
MSDS Date: 2002-06-28
Handling/Disposal
Handling: From MSDS
No special handling procedures are necessary. Store in a cool, well ventilated area in closed containers away from heat, sparks, open flame or oxidizing materials. Do not transfer to unmarked containers.
Disposal: From MSDS
Dispose of residual products and empty containers responsibly. Waste material may be landfilled or incinerated at an approved facility. Materials should be recycled if possible.
Ingredients from MSDS/Label
ChemicalCAS No / Unique IDPercent
Methanol000067-56-1<6
2-Butoxyethanol000111-76-21-5
Water007732-18-590-95
Siloxanes and silicones999999-80-7<1
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