# Ready Care Industries — Hazardous Materials Safety Interpretation - **operation:** document - **citation:** 09-0086 - **title:** Ready Care Industries — Hazardous Materials Safety Interpretation - **source type:** guidance - **agency:** Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration - **status:** guidance - **official:** true - **published on:** 2009-05-05 - **effective on:** Not available - **summary:** 09-0086 response to Ready Care Industries concerning 172.704, 173.150. - **machine formats:** - **json:** https://regulus.evalyn.ai/document/phmsa-interpretation-09-0086.json - **markdown:** https://regulus.evalyn.ai/document/phmsa-interpretation-09-0086.md - **app url:** https://regulus.evalyn.ai/document/phmsa-interpretation-09-0086 - **source url:** https://www.phmsa.dot.gov/sites/phmsa.dot.gov/files/legacy/interpretations/Interpretation%20Files/2009/090086.pdf **body:** <<>> U.S. Department of Transportation Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration MAY 5 2009 1200 New Jersey Ave. S.E. Washington, D.C. 20590 Mr. Aaron Yarnell Distribution Center Manager Ready Care Industries 1 5845 E 32nd Avenue Building 2, Unit A Aurora, CO 8001 1 Ref. No. 09-0086 Dear Mr. Yarnell: This responds to your April 13,2009 request for clarification on requirements for transporting small amounts of ethyl alcohol by highway or rail under the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR; 49 CFR Parts 17 1-1 80). Specifically, you request clarification of requirements for ground shipments of consumer commodities that contain varying amounts of ethyl alcohol. According to the three materials safety data sheets provided with your letter, the products at issue are hairsprays that contain ethyl alcohol, a Class 3 material. In accordance with $173.150 of the HMR, Class 3 materials may be shipped as limited quantities under the conditions specified in $ 173.150(b). Based on the information in your letter, it appears that your products may meet the definition of a consumer commodity. A consumer commodity is a material that is packaged and distributed in a form intended or suitable for sale through retail sales agencies for consumption by individuals for personal care or household use. A Class 3 material that meets the definition for a consumer commodity may be renamed "Consumer Commodity" and shipped as an ORM-D material under the conditions specified in 173.150(c). In addition to the sections highlighted above, you should refer to Part 172 of the HMR for additional requirements that may apply to your shipments, including the shipping paper requirements in Subpart C, marking requirements in Subpart D, labeling requirements in Subpart E, and emergency response information requirements in Subpart G. I must also remind you that hazmat employees must be trained in accordance with 172.704 and <<>> must be retrained at least every three years. See § 17 1.8 for the definitions for "hazmat employer" and "hazmat employee." The HMR are accessible through our web site at http://hazmat.dot.gov. I hope this answers your inquiry. Sincerely, Charles E. Betts Chief, Standards Development of Hazardous Materials Standards <<>> Bob% e Page 1 of 1 From: INFOCNTR Sent: Monday, April 13, 2009 4:14 PM To: Drakeford, Carolyn Subject: FW: Written Letter of Interpretation Attachments: #520494 - Hairspray - Organic pH (MAR).pdf; #550654 - Hairspray - Jaboncillo (WOR).DOC; #550664 - Hair Spray - Jaboncillo (VOC) (WOR).pdf Carolyn, Thanks, Rob This gentleman would like a letter of interpretation on the attached issue. From: Aaron Yarnell [mailto:ayarnell@ReadyCare.com] Sent: Monday, April 13, 2009 12:58 PM To: INFOCNTR Subject: Written Letter of Interpretation completed via telephone by VL on 411 3 @ 1 120 left vm Good Morning, 1 would like a Written Letter of Interpretation on any ground shipping requirements for the 3 attached MSDS sheets. Thank you Aaron Yarnell Distribution Center Manager Ready Care Industries 15845 E 32nd Ave Building 2 Unit A Aurora, CO 8001 1 tel: 303-341 -71 71 x255 {ax: 303-341 -5558 e-mail: ayarne!!.@r.ealy,;are.c_o.m <<>> SAFETY DATA SHEET Mariamra,Zaco*d 11222 Y" strwt Qph, Nebraska 68137-1296 Nan-Emergency (402) 593-02 1 1 EMERGmCY: tnf- (800) 4574280 PRODUCT NAME: Super Star Organic pH Hainpray CHEMlCAL NAME: C o m e r Commodity CHEMICAL FORMULA: N/A JL t- SUMMARY OF HAZARDS WARNING! C- FLAMMABLE! Do not spray near open flame or while smoking Do m smoke until hair is fully ~IY. Avoid spxaying in eyes. If eye cantad occurs, rime prompsly with platy of water. Do not store a ~ t a a p e r ~ above 120' F. KEEP Om OF REACH OF CHaDERN- Use only as dire& kttentiod misuse by d&%w;itely concentrating and inhahg the canrents can be harmful or M. IIL ARDOUS COMPONENTS N. AND PHYSICAL PROPERTES _ - BOILIPJG POINT: 78' C FLASHPOlNT: 18' C MELTING POENT; WA VOLATILES BY VOLUME:'^^% SOL. lZ+T WATER Corpgletely SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 0.860 - 0.864 @ 22' C pH: N/A EVAPORAllON RATE: N/A APEARANWODOR: Clear yellow liquid 4th a plaassnt bgmnce <<>> H U U , ) L . L U W J Y:J?HM MHKIHNNH 1NL NU. 3 6 1 1 P. 11 TOXICITY DATA CHEMICAL NAME LDSO L!a COWACT: Can cause irritation Flush immediately with running water for at least 15 to 20 minutes, sepamhg eyelids with fingers. If imitation persists, consult a pbsician -a: May cause drying of the skin. Wash with soap and water, rinse with water. Rernove contaminated clothing and clean before reuse. If initation persists, consult a physician m: Inhalation of concenaated fumes can cause beadachq nausea, wheezing and shortness of breath, tremor and fatigue. Remove to fresh air, give artificial respiration if necessary. JNGESTION: Ms/ be harmful or f W if swallowed, Induce vomiting. Lfvictim is conscious, rinse d with water. Do not give an-g by mouth to an unconscious penon Get immediate medical attention. CHROMC ]EFFECTS OF EXPOSURE: Damage mey occur ro heart, kidneys and liver. EYE PROTECIION: Safety eyewear with spl&gmrds PROTECTIVE GLOVES: Chemical resistant sloves RESPIRATORY PROTECITON: Air purifjing respirator, NIOSB approved VENTJLATION: SuEcient exhaust to keep concentration below 1000 ppm EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA FLASH POINT (MEIHOD USED): TCC lmm4MABK-E-s LOWER: UPPER: G MEDIA: Water, Carbon Diaxide, "alcohoI-type ham" or dry chemicals nGHTING INSTRUCTIONS: Wear personal protective equipment apd self-contained breathing apparatus when fighting fire. Use cool water spray .to cool equipment and to disperse vap'J=S- UNUSUAL FIRE AM) EXPLOSION WARDS: Alcohol flames may be &cult to see; the flames are vh.rual1y colorless. Combustion products include but not limited to Carbon Dioxide and Carbon Monoxide. Vqoizes easily at room temperamre. Vapors can wvel to an ignition source and Bash back Prevent build-up of vapors. <<>> 9 CTlWTY DATA STABILllY: Stable under ordifiarv conditions of use and storage. INCOMPATBILTTY: Oxidizing materials can cause vigorous reaction HAZARDOUS PRODUCTS OF COMPOSKlOIU: Carbon dioxide end carbon monoxide may form when heated ta decomposition. HAZARDOUS POL,YMERIZATION: Will not occur DS. OHMENTAL & DISPOSAL INFOIXMATKON &CI7[0N TO TAKE FOR SPIUSTtEAKS: Absorb spills with inert materid and place into a sepamte wask container. DISPOSAL METHOD: Dispose of in accordance with local, state and federal r e m o m . X. PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING. STORAGE AND USAGE This material is classified as a flammable liquid. Keep liquid and it's vapors away Born heat sparks and open flames. container. Ground and bond together chipping container, tramfa line and receiving Ship using all caution of a class I1B liquid flammable. xu r n R M A , r n N THIS MATERIAL IS IN COMEUWCE W X H TEE TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT. For additional product safety or product use information, contact the product manager at address or phone number listed on page one. DISCLAIMER The d o d o n in this MSDS was obtained &om cunent and reliile sources. H6Wever. the data is provided without any warranty, expressed or implied, regarding its comcmess or accuracy. Since the conditions for use, handling, storage and disposal of this product are beydnd this company's control, it is the users responsibility both to detmnine safk conditions fbr use of this product and to assume liability fir loss, injury, damage or expemse arising out of the produa's improper use. No warranty, expressed or implied, r e ~ d n g the product described herein shall be mated by or inferred &om aatement or omission in this MSDS. Various government sgancies (ng. DOT, EPA and FDA) may have s p d c regulations cunceming the aansporfutiaq bandling, storage, use or &pawl of this product which may not be redacted in this MSDS. The user should review these regulations UJ euswe full compliance. <<>> Material Safety Data Sheet Item No 550654 1. Product Information Product Name: Entiere Jaboncillo Hair spray Manufacturer's Name: World Club Supply Corp. Emergency Telephone No: 7 14-830-6440 Address: 262 1 2 Dimension Drive Ste 1 50 Information Telephone No: 714-830-6440 Lake Forest, Ca 92630 Dated Prepared: 12- 10-95 2. Hazardous IngredientsIIdentity Information Hazardous components (common name): Ethyl Alcohol OSHA PEL: NA ACGIH TLV: NA Other: NA 3. PhysicaVChemical Characteristics Boiling Point: 173-1 83F Specific Gravity (H20=I): No Data Vapor Pressure (mrn Hg): 45 @ 68°F Melting Point: No Data Vapor Density (air=l): 1.5 Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate=l): 1.4 Solubility in Water: Water Soluble Appearance and Odor: Clear, Colorless, Volatile odor 4. Fire and Explosion Hazard Data Flash Point: 56* F (TCC) Flammable Limits: LWR 3.3 UPR 19.00 LEL: NA UEL: NA Extinguishing Media: Water fog, "Alcohol" foam, Dry Chemical, or CO2 Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Warning Flammable, clear area of unprotected personal. Do not enter confined space without full bunker gear. Cool exposed containers with water spray. Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Cool containers with water spray to limit vapor buildup and rupture. 5. Reactivity Data Stability: stable Incompatibility: Heat, Speaks, Flame, Strong Oxidizers Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts: CO2 Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur 6. Health Hazard Data Health Hazard (acute and chronic) Inhalation: Give two glasses of water if they are conscious, Call a Physician &: NA Ingestion: All a Physician, Induce vomiting <<>> occurs, Carcinogenicity: NA Signs and Symptoms of Exposure: Drowsiness and Dizziness Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: No Data Emergency and First Aid Procedures: If victim is s child give no more than one glass of water and 15cc (tblsp) syrup of IPECAC. IF convulsions, loss of gag reflex or unconsciousness consider gastric lavage using cuffed endotracheal tube. 7. Precautions for Safe Handling and Use Waste Disposal Method: Use sweeping compound and dispose of within regulations Precautions to be Taken in Handling and Storing: Store in cool area away from sparks and flame. Other Precautions: Caution Flammable 8. Control Measures Respiratory Protection: NA Ventilation: Local Exhaust Protective Gloves: Should be worn Eye Protection; Chemical Goggles Other Protective Clothing and Equipment: NA Work/Hygienic Practices: NA <<>> 1402 N. Batavia Street Orange, CA 92867 Material Safety Data Sheet f&00)356-2582 U.S. Depltment of Labor May be used to comply with Occupational Safety and Health ~drninistrotiol'l OSHA's Hazard hrnmunication Standard, (Non-Mandatory Form) 29 CFR 1910.1200. Standard must be Form Approved consulted for specific requlremerrts. OMD No. 1218-0072 IDENTITY {As Used on Lael ;mu Lisr) Note.. Bank spates &re not psrmllted. I f any item k not applicable, or no FNTTRI2 F. TARnNCTT,T .O HAWPRAY (CA-VO info~rria~/an ~s available, the space must be marked to indicele that. Section I #28 1 Manufacluret's Name Emergency Telephone Nurnbr World Club Su~ply Corp (714)289-8565 Addre66 (Number, S&et, O'y, Stata, and ZIP Code) Telephone Number for Information 1402 N.7141289-8550 ... . . Date Prepared Orange, CA 92867 June 14,200 1 Sign~ltwn ol Preparar (mtiona0 I Sectlon II - Hazardous Ingredients/ldentity Information Other titnits Hazardous Components (Specific Chemical Identity; Common Narw(s)) OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV Recommended % (OPti017al) ETHYL ALCOHOL Section Ill - PhysicaUChemical Characteristics Rniling Point Speciflc Gravitv (Hnb - 1) 173-181 F NO DATA Vapor Preasure (mm Hg.) Melting Paint 45@68F NO DATA Vapoc Denslly (AIR - 1) 1 .s Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate 1) 1.4 Solublll~y In Warar WATER SOLUBLE Appearmm and Odor LZEAR, COIXIRLESS, VOL1TTr.E ODOR Section 1V - Fire and Explosion Hazard Data Flash Point (Method used) Flammable Limits LEL UEL 75 DEG F (TCC) Extinguishing Media WATERFOG, "ALCOHOL" FOAM, UKY CHEMICAL, 0 2 . Spacial Fire Fi htin Procedures W A R ~ I E P G FLAMMABLE. CLEAR AREA OF UNPROTECTED PERSONNEL. DO NOT ENTER CONFINED SPACE WITHOUT FULL BUNKER GEAR. COOL EXPOSED UnUSuaJ Flr8 and Exp(osron H@Zarfir CONTAINERS WITH WATER SPRAY. COOL CONTAlNERS WITH WATER SPRAY TO LIMIT VAPOR BmDW AND RUPTUE. OSHA 174, .Sept, 1985 -*. - , 9 - . e - --m- 0-- ,-.- <<>> Section V - Reactlvlty Data Stability Unstable I Conditions to Avoid I I lnocrnpatibility (Mutorialo ta Avo/ %AT, SPARKS, F L W , STRONG OXI'D1ZERS Hazardous ~ e c o m p c y t t s j ~ Byproduns Hazardous Polyrnerlration . . , . May Occur Conditions Io Avold WjA&i Occur I J I Section VI - Health Hazard Data Rout~(s) ~f Entry: Inllj#@n'! 51(1n? &pp&n? M . M Hda''h HHYards tMufYgp%h@ii'osll n physician. C ~ v e liquids, two glasses water, if oon~cious. Induce vomitiog. Carcinogenicity: NTP7 IARC Monographs? OSHA RegulaW? NIA Slgns and Syrnpmms of Exposure Drowsiness, Dizziness Medical Cmditlons Genedy Aggravated by Exposure NO DATA E ~ ~ ~ O L W ! I ~ ~ & W ~ ~ O more than 1 glass of water and 15cc (1 tblsp) syrup of IPECAC. If conwilsinns, loss nf gag reflex or unconsciousness occurs, consider gastri lavage wing a cuffed Sectlon VII - Precautions for Safe Handling and Uset Steps to Be Taken in Case Material Is Released or Spilled endotracbd tube. Absorb with vermiculite: sweep and dis~ose of Gcordance with federal state and local rermlations. Wwe Disposal Mathad Within regulation auidelines. Preceuliono to Bo Taban In Handlln Swtln 3f6$e a $cool area away &om spark or k e . Other Precautions CAUTION: FLAMAI3LE Sectlan Vlll - Control Measures N/ A Ventliaiin ( L o ~ h a u s l ( Special &-% - I Mechanical ( G e ~ a l ) I Orher I I Protective Glovoo - I Eye Protection - M 1 M Other Protbctlve Clothing or Equipment N/A - WoNHygienic Practices NIA . - Page 2 a u,&,o,P.o., l9~6-491-529/057~5 - **truncated:** false - **body characters:** 13792