{"operation":"document","citation":"13-0001","title":"Aris Electronics — Hazardous Materials Safety Interpretation","source_type":"guidance","agency":"Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration","status":"guidance","official":true,"published_on":"2013-03-27","effective_on":null,"summary":"13-0001 response to Aris Electronics concerning 173.22.","machine_formats":{"json":"https://regulus.evalyn.ai/document/phmsa-interpretation-13-0001.json","markdown":"https://regulus.evalyn.ai/document/phmsa-interpretation-13-0001.md"},"app_url":"https://regulus.evalyn.ai/document/phmsa-interpretation-13-0001","source_url":"https://www.phmsa.dot.gov/sites/phmsa.dot.gov/files/legacy/interpretations/Interpretation%20Files/2013/130001.pdf","body":"<<<PAGE 1>>>\n\nU.S. Department of Transportation\nPipeline and Hazardous Materials\nSafety Administration\n1200 New Jersey Ave, S.E.\nWashington, D.C. 20590\nMAR 2 7 2013\nMr. A vraham Rahimi\nAris Electronics\n11740 Wilshire Blvd., #A603\nLos Angeles, CA 90025\nReference No.: 13-0001\nDear Mr. Rahimi:\nThis is in response to your December 28, 2013 email requesting confirmation from the\nPipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) that \"Crest Whitestrips-\nSupreme\" are not subject to the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR; 49 CPR Parts 171-\n180).\nAs provided in§ 173.22, it is the shipper's responsibility to properly classify a hazardous\nmaterial. Such determinations are not required to be verified by this Office. However,\nbased on the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) you provided for the \"Crest Whitestrips-\nSupreme,\" it is the opinion of this Office that the formulations do not meet the definition of\nany hazard class and are not subject to the HMR.\nI trust this satisfies your inquiry. Please contact us if we can be of further assistance.\nSincerely,\nT. Glenn Foster\nChief, Regulatory Review and Reinvention Branch\nStandards and Rulemaking Division\n\n<<<PAGE 2>>>\n\nAndrell)s\n~Iii ,'I\n'§ 112.1 {01\nDrakeford, Carolyn (PHMSA)\nFrom: INFOCNTR (PHMSA)\nSent: Subject: Friday, December 28, 2012 2:50 PM\nTo: Drakeford, Carolyn {PHMSA)\nFW: DOT PHMSA Hazmat Center Inquiry\nHi Carolyn,\nThis e-mail has additional contact info to add to Avi Rahimi's 12/28 request for an interp letter. The first e-mail contains\nthe attached MSDS.\nThanks,\nVictoria\nFrom: avi rahimi [mailto:avirahimi@yahoo.com]\nSent: Friday, December 28, 2012 2:47 PM\nTo: INFOCNTR (PHMSA)\nSubject: Re: DOT PHMSA Hazmat Center Inquiry\nDear victoria my name is avi and i spoke to you earlier to reg a request for formal letter. in this e mail i wanted to\nrequest a formal letter of interpretation reg an item described as crest whitestrips supreme professional that it is not\nclassified as hazardous item for DOT i am going to attach the MSDS on this product as well . please let me know if\nyou have any questions or concerns my information is below to contact me. thanks and looking forward for your\nhelp.\navraham rahimi\naris electronics\n117 40 wilshire blvd # A603\nla ca 90025\ncell number 2136107431\nFrom: \"INFOCNTR.INFOCNTR@dot.gov\" <INFOCNTR.INFOCNTR@dot.gov>\nTo: avirahimi@yahoo.com\nSent: Friday, December 28, 2012 11 :29 AM\nSubject: DOT PHMSA Hazmat Center Inquiry\nDear A vi Rahimi,\nWe have received your inquiry to the Pipelines and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration's (PHMSA's)\nHazardous Materials Information Center (HMIC).\nThe HMIC provides information on the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR), 49 CFR Parts 171-180. The\nHMR establish regulatory requirements pertaining to the safe and secure transportation of hazardous materials by\nrail, aircraft, motor vehicle, or vessel. If you require information on the HMR, you may contact the HMIC,\nwhich is staffed with regulatory specialists who can quickly answer your questions by phone, Monday through\nFriday, 9 AM- 5 PM EST at 1-800-467-4922 or (202) 366-4488.\nBased on your inquiry, you may be interested in the following URL(s):\n1\n\n<<<PAGE 3>>>\n\nLetter of Interpretation 09-0271\nhttp://www.phmsa.dot.gov/staticfiles/PHMSA!Interpretations/2009/09027l.pdf\nLetter of Interpretation 1 0-013 3\nhttp://www.phmsa.dot.gov/staticfi1es/PHMSA/Interpretations/2010/100133.pdf\nLetter of Interpretation 06-248\nhttp://www.phmsa.dot.gov/portal/site/PHMSA/menuitem.ebdc7a8a7e39f2e55cf2031050248a0c/?vgnextoid=bbd\ncc0515d54411 OV gn VCMl 000009ed07898RCRD&vgnextchannel=56acd3claf81411 OV gn VCMl 000009ed0789\n8RCRD&vgnextfmt=print\nInterpretation #03-0303\nhttp:/ /www.phmsa.dot.gov /portal/site/PHMSA/menuitem.ebdc 7 a8a 7 e3 9f2e5 5cf2031 050248a0c/?vgnextoid=6aaf\n5794ed745110VgnVCM1000009ed07898RCRD&vgnextchannel=aa8cd3claf814110VgnVCM1000009ed07898\nRCRD&vgnextfmt=print\nSincerely,\nVictoria, Hazardous Materials Specialist\nAn e-mail response from this office is considered informal guidance. Formal guidance may be requested in\naccordance with 49 CFR 105.20. http://hazmat.dot.gov/infocent.htm\n2\n\n<<<PAGE 4>>>\n\nDrakeford, Carolyn (PHMSA)\nFrom: INFOCNTR (PHMSA)\nSent: Friday, December 28, 2012 2:47 PM\nTo: Drakeford, Carolyn (PHMSA)\nSubject: FW: DOT PHMSA Hazmat Center Inquiry\nAttachments: Crest_ Whitestrips _-_Supreme. pdf\nHi Carolyn,\nWe received the following request for a formal letter of interpretation.\nThanks,\nVictoria\nFrom: avi rahimi [mailto:avirahimi@yahoo.com]\nSent: Friday, December 28, 2012 2:40 PM\nTo: INFOCNTR (PHMSA)\nSubject: Re: DOT PHMSA Hazmat Center Inquiry\nDear victoria my name is avi and i spoke to you earlier to reg a request for formal letter. in this e mail i wanted to\nrequest a formal letter of interpretation reg an item described as crest whitestrips supreme professional that it is not\nclassified as hazardous item for DOT i am going to attach the MSDS on this product as well . please let me know if\nyou have any questions or concerns my name is avraham rahimi and my contact number is 213-610-7431. thanks and\nlooking forward for your help.\nFrom: \"INFOCNTR.INFOCNTR@dot.gov\" <INFOCNTR.INFOCNTR@dot.gov>\nTo: avirahimi@yahoo.com\nSent: Friday, December 28, 2012 11:29 AM\nSubject: DOT PHMSA Hazmat Center Inquiry\nDear A vi Rahimi,\nWe have received your inquiry to the Pipelines and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration's (PHMSA's)\nHazardous Materials Information Center (HMIC).\nThe HMIC provides information on the Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR), 49 CFR Parts 171-180. The\nHMR establish regulatory requirements pertaining to the safe and secure transportation of hazardous materials by\nrail, aircraft, motor vehicle, or vessel. If you require information on the HMR, you may contact the HMIC,\nwhich is staffed with regulatory specialists who can quickly answer your questions by phone, Monday through\nFriday, 9 AM- 5 PM EST at 1-800-467-4922 or (202) 366-4488.\nBased on your inquiry, you may be interested in the following URL(s):\nLetter oflnterpretation 09-0271\nhttp://www.phmsa.dot.gov/staticfiles/PHMSA!Interpretations/2009/09027l.pdf\n1\n\n<<<PAGE 5>>>\n\nLetter oflnterpretation 1 0-013 3\nhttp://www.phmsa.dot.gov/staticfiles/PHMSNinterpretations/2010/100133.pdf\nLetter of Interpretation 06-248\nhttp://www. phmsa.dot.gov /portal/site/PHMSNmenuitem.ebdc 7 a8a 7 e3 9f2e5 5cf2031 050248a0c/?vgnextoid=bbd\ncc0515d544110VgnVCM1000009ed07898RCRD&vgnextchannel=56acd3claf814110VgnVCM1000009ed0789\n8RCRD&vgnextfmt=print\nInterpretation #03-0303\nhttp:/ /www.phmsa.dot.gov /portal/site/PHMSNmenuitem.ebdc 7 a8a 7 e3 9f2e5 5cf2031 050248a0c/?vgnextoid=6aaf\n5794ed745110VgnVCM1000009ed07898RCRD&vgnextchannel=aa8cd3claf814110VgnVCM1000009ed07898\nRCRD&vgnextfmt=print\nSincerely,\nVictoria, Hazardous Materials Specialist\nAn e-mail response from this office is considered informal guidance. Formal guidance may be requested in\naccordance with 49 CFR 105.20. http://hazmat.dot.gov/infocent.htm\n2\n\n<<<PAGE 6>>>\n\nMATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET\nPage 1 of4\nMSDS Identifier Crest Wbitestrips - Supreme\nSECTION I-CHEMICAL I PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION\nTHE PROCTER & GAMBLE COMPANY RATING KEY Hazard Rating\nHealth Care Research Center 4=EXTREME Health: l\n3=HIGH\n8700 Mason-Montgomery Road 2=MODERATE Flammability: 0\nMason, OH 45040-9462 l=SLIGHT Reactivity: 0\nEMERGENCY PHONE: Transportation Emergency (24 hour) Telephone Number: Prepared by: Jill Kamer, CIH\nCHEMTREC: 1-800-424-9300 in the U.S. and Canada; Issue Date: December 3, 2007\n1-703-527-3887 for calls originating elsewhere or call Last Reviewed: 10/04/04\nthe Poison Control Center\nMaterial Name: Crest Whitestrips - Supreme\nSECTION II- COMPOSITION AND INGREDIENTS\nHazardous Ingredients as defined by OSHA, 29 CFR 1910.1200, and/or WHMIS under the HPA. These substances are\nlisted because in their pure bulk form, they meet the OSHA definition of hazardous. Any hazards associated with this\nfiniohP.-1 n~ listed in Section m ofthis MSBS.\nPrincipal Hazardous Components: CAS Number Cone. 0/o Exposure Limit!LC50/LD50\nHydrogen Peroxide 7722-84-1 14 1ppm (ACGIH)\nGlycerin 56-81-5 7-13 10 mg!m3 (ACGIH)\nSodium Hy_droxide 1310-73-2 0.5-1.5 2 mg!m3 (ACGIH)\nSECTION III- HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION\nEmergency Overview: This mixture is a product regulated by the FDA. This clear gel can produce mild to\nmoderate eye irritation. Ingestion of gel can cause nausea, vomiting, and gastrointestinal irritation.\nAccidental skin exposure can cause skin bleaching and irritation.\nEye: Can cause mild to moderate eye irritation.\nSkin: Exposure can produce skin blanchin_g_ and irritation.\nInhalation: Not likely to be inhaled.\nIngestion: Ingestion can cause gastrointestinal irritation.\nChoking/Suffocation: Keep out of reach of young children.\n--------------\n\n<<<PAGE 7>>>\n\nPROCTER & GAMBLE . Page 2 of 4 Procter & Gamble\nMSDS Identifier: I Crest Whitestrips- Supreme\nSECTION IV- FffiST AID MEASURES\nEye: Remove contact lens (if applicable). Flush eyes with water for 15 minutes.\nGet medical attention if eye irritation persists after water flush.\nSkin: Inhalation: Ingestion: Wash affected area with soap and water.\nNot a likely exposure route.\nRinse out mouth with water. Get medical attention if more than mild gastrointestinal\nsymptoms are experienced.\nAdditional First Aid Measures: None\nSECTION V- FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES\nFlash Point: > 200°F Flash Point test Closed cup\nmethod:\nAuto-ignition [2J Not applicable 0 Not available Flammable Limits LEL %\nTemperature: D deg. C D deg F. (% by volume in air) UEL 0/o\nExtin2uishin2 Media: Use water spray, alcohol foam, or carbon dioxide.\nExplosion Hazards: None known\nSpecial Instructions: None\nSECTION VI- ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES\nPersonal Safe2uards: Environmental Precautions: Avoid excessive contact and contact with the eyes.\nThis material is not known to possess additional hazards when spilled,\nbeyond those of other non-hazardous solids.\nSpill Clean-up Procedures: Industrial: Keep from reaching waterways.\nHousehold: Product used in household may be disposed of in refuse.\nSECTION VII- HANDLING AND STORAGE\nRecommended Storage Temperature: I None\nPersonal Precautions for Safe Avoid contact with eyes.\nStorage and Handling:\nConditions for Safe Storage: None\nSECTION Vlll- EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION\nThis section only applies to the product when used in an industrial settin!!.\nVentilation: Goodgeneral ventilation is sufficient for control.\nEye Protection: Wear safety glasses with side shields.\nRespiratory Protection: None\nSkin Protection: For brief contact normal work attire is sufficient.\n\n<<<PAGE 8>>>\n\nPROCTER & GAMBLE Page3 of4 Procter & Gamble\nMSDS Identifier: I Crest Whitestrips- Supreme\nSECTION IX- PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES\nAppearance I Color: Small plastic strips with Melting Point: Not available\nclear gel sandwiched\nbetween them.\nOdor: None Odor Threshold: Not Applicable Physical State: Gel Vapor Pressure\nVapor Density: Not available pH: 5.0 Boiling Point: Not available\nSolubility in\nWater: Moderately soluble\n(mmHg): Not available\nSpecific Gravity\n(H20=1): Not available\nOther Data: Product complies with State and\nFederal regulations for VOC content\nSECTION X- STABILITY AND REACTIVITY\nStability: I Stable\nPossibility of Hazardous None known\nReaction:\nIncompatibility: None known\n(Materials to avoid)\nHazardous None known\nDecomposition Products:\nSECTION XI- TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION\nBecause the gel is difficult to extrude from between the layers of plastic, the finished product can be\nconsidered as a non-hazardous material.\nChronic Effects: No chronic health effects reported.\nTarget Organs: No target organs reported.\nCarcinogenicity: This finished consumer product is not carcinogenic.\nNTP: No\nIARC: No\nSECTION XII- ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION\nRelevant ecotoxicity and fate data for ingredients in this formulation have been reviewed. Under normal\nand foreseeable consumer uses, there are no concerns for aquatic organisms exposed to product ingredients\nat the anticipated environmental concentrations. The surfactant(s) used in the formulation biodegrade\nrapidly and do not accumulate in the environment. The product is compatible with down-the-drain disposal\nroutes, including municipal wastewater treatment processes and septic tank systems. This product is\nintended for dispersive use and should not be disposed of directly into the environment.\n\n<<<PAGE 9>>>\n\nPROCTER & GAMBLE Page4of4 Procter & Gamble\nMSDS Identifier: I Crest Wbitestrips - Supreme\nSECTION Xill- DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS\nWaste Disposal Method: Disposal is to be performed in compliance with Federal, State/Provincial and Local\nreg_ulations.\nHouseholds: Product used in household may be disposed of in refuse.\nIndustrial Setting:\nAgency Parameter Requirement\nUS EPA This material is not considered a hazardous waste\nunder United States Resource Conservation and\nRecovery Act when disposed.\nSECTION XIV- TRANSPORTATION\nAgency Classification\nUS DOT (transportation by Non-Regulated\n_g_round)\nIMDG (transportation by Non-Regulated\nsea}_\nlATA (transportation by Non-Regulated\nair)\nSECTION XV- ADDITIONAL REGULATORY INFORMATION\nThe product(s) described in this Material Safety Data Sheet are regulated under the Federal Food, Drug and\nCosmetics Act and are safe to use as per directions on container, box or accompanying literature (where\napplicable).\nUS Federal:\nTSCA- All intentionally-added components of this product are listed on the US TSCA Inventory.\nSARA 313/302/304/311/312 chemicals: None\nUS States:\nCalifornia: This product has been evaluated and does not require warning labeling under California\nProposition 65.\nState Right-to-Know and CERCLA: The following ingredients present in the fmished product are listed on\nstate right-to-know lists or state work exposure lists.\nlngredient(s) (_concentration} CERCLARQ State(s)\nHydrogen Peroxide Not Applicable CA, CT, IL, IN, KY, MA, MN,\nNC, NJ, NY, OR, PA, RI\nGlycerin Not Applicable CA, IL, IN, KY, MA, MN, NC,\nOR,PA,RI\nSodium Hydroxide 1,000 lbs Below Reporting Threshold\nSECTION XVI- OTHER INFORMATION\nDISCLAIMER: This MSDS is intended to provide a brief summary of our knowledge and guidance regarding the\nuse of this material. The information contained here has been compiled from sources considered by Procter &\nGamble to be dependable and is accurate to the best of the Company's knowledge. It is not meant to be an all-\ninclusive document on worldwide hazard communication regulations.\nThis information is offered in good faith. Each user of this material needs to evaluate the conditions of use and\ndesign the appropriate protective mechanisms to prevent employee exposures, property damage or release to the\nenvironment. Procter & Gamble assumes no responsibility for injury to the recipient or third persons, or for any\ndamage to any property resulting from misuse of the product.","truncated":false,"body_characters":14809}