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Product Name: RectorSeal #5 Pipe Thread Sealant
Form: paste
Product Category: Home Maintenance » Plumbing » pipe thread sealant
Home Maintenance » Pipe » thread sealant
Home Maintenance » Sealant » plumbing
Customer Service: 800-231-3345
Date Entered: 1997-05-01
Related Items: Products with similar usage in this database
Manufacturer
Manufacturer: RectorSeal Corp, The
Address: 2601 Spenwick Drive
City: Houston
State: TX
Zip Code: 77055
Telephone Number: 713-263-8001
Fax Number: 713-263-7577
Toll Free Number: 800-231-3345
Date Info Verified: 2008-01-09
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: FOR CHEMICAL EMERGENCY, SPILL, LEAK, FIRE, EXPOSURE OR ACCIDENT, CALL CHEMTREC DAY OR NIGHT 1-800-424-9300. Precautions: Vapor combustible. May be harmful if swallowed or inhaled. May cause eye and skin irritation. Keep away from heat, flame and sparks. Use with adequate ventilation. Wash after handling. FIRST AID: For any over exposure get immediate medical attention after first aid is given. Eyes- Flush 15 minutes with clean water. Skin - Wash with soap and water. Inhalation - Remove from fresh air. Ingestion - Only if conscious, give large amounts of water and INDUCE VOMITING. FIRE AND SPILLS. For fires, use water fog, CO2, foam or dry chemicals. Wipe up spills to prevent footing hazards. STORAGE AND HANDLING: Store in a cool, well-ventilated area. Keep container closed when not in use. Do not reuse empty container. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. For additional information refer the Material Safety Data Sheet. Bar Code: 0-21449-25551-6
Acute Health Effects: From MSDS
Inhalation: Nasal and respiratory irritation, dizziness, narcosis, headache, nausea, CNS depression, and unconsciousness.

Eye Contact: Watering, blurred vision, inflammation, and irritation which can result in corneal injury.

Skin Contact: Irritation, dermatitis.

Ingestion: Nausea, vomiting; CNS depression; irritation of gastrointestinal tract, liver and peritoneal wall; lung congestion.

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: Individuals with pre-existing or chronic diseases of the eyes, skin, respiratory system, cardiovascular system, gastrointestinal system, liver or kidneys may have increased susceptibility to excessive exposures.
Chronic Health Effects: From MSDS
Skin irritation, dermatitis, and defatting. Possible liver and kidney damage.
Carcinogenicity: From MSDS
The ingredients in this product are not identified as carcinogens by NTP, IARC and OSHA.
First Aid: From MSDS
INHALATION: If overcome by exposure, remove victim to fresh air immediately. Give oxygen or artificial respiration as needed. Obtain emergency medical attention. Prompt action is essential.
EYE CONTACT: Immediately flush with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Get prompt medical attention.
SKIN CONT ACT: Wash with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing. If irritation occurs, seek medical attention.
INGESTION: If swallowed, call a physician immediately. Only induce vomiting at the instruction of a physician. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
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: 1999-10-20
Handling/Disposal
Handling: From MSDS
Keep container closed when not in use. Do not store near heat, sparks, or open flames.

Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with skin or clothing. Empty containers may contain residues and vapors; treat as if full and observe all product precautions. Do not reuse empty containers. Keep out of reach of children.
Disposal: From MSDS
Dispose of cleanup materials and liquid waste in controlled incineration facilities in accordance with all local, state, and federal regulations.
Ingredients from MSDS/Label
ChemicalCAS No / Unique IDPercent
Diacetone alcohol000123-42-220-30
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