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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Product: DOWFROST* HD HEAT TRANSFER FLUID, DYED
Product Code: 04632
Effective Date: 02/20/01, Date Printed: 07/10/02, MSD: 002239
SKIN:
The LD50 for skin absorption in rabbits is >10,000 mg/kg.
INGESTION:
The oral LD50 for rats is 20,000 - 34,000 mg/kg.
MUTAGENICITY:
In vitro mutagenicity studies were negative. Animal mutagenicity
studies were negative.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
(For detailed Ecological data, write or call the
address or non-emergency number shown in Section 1.)
ENVIRONMENTAL FATE
MOVEMENT & PARTITIONING: Based largely or completely on data for major
component(s). Bioconcentration potential is low (BCF less than 100 or Log Pow less
than 3). Potential for mobility in soil is very high (Koc between 0 and 50).
DEGRADATION AND PERSISTENCE: Based largely or completely on data for major
component(s). Material is readily biodegradable. Passes OECD test(s) for ready
biodegradability. Degradation is expected in the atmospheric environment within
minutes to hours.
ECOTOXICITY: Based largely or completely on data for major component(s). Material
is practically non-toxic to aquatic organisms on an acute basis (LC50/EC50 >100 mg/L in
most sensitive species).
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
(See Section 15 for Regulatory Information)
DISPOSAL: DO NOT DUMP INTO ANY SEWERS, ON THE GROUND OR INTO ANY
BODY OF WATER. All disposal methods must be in compliance with all Federal,
State/Provincial and local laws and regulations. Regulations may vary in different
locations. Waste characterizations and compliance with applicable laws are the
responsibility solely of the waste generator. THE DOW CHEMICAL COMPANY HAS
NO CONTROL OVER THE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES OR MANUFACTURING
PROCESSES OF PARTIES HANDLING OR USING THIS MATERIAL. THE
INFORMATION PRESENTED HERE PERTAINS ONLY TO THE PRODUCT AS
SHIPPED IN ITS INTENDED CONDITION AS DESCRIBED IN MSDS SECTION 2
(Composition/Information On Ingredients).
* or (R) indicates a trademark of The Dow Chemical Company.
