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The product is an odorant added to natural gas to aid in leak detection. It is composed mainly of tert-butyl mercaptan and methyl ethyl sulfide. It is extremely flammable and potential health effects include eye and skin irritation, allergic reactions, and nausea.

The product is used as an odorant added to natural gas pipelines to aid in leak detection.

The main components are tert-butyl mercaptan (80%) and methyl ethyl sulfide (20%).

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Material Safety Data Sheet
PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION 1
EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBERS:
Chemtrec: (800) 424-9300 (24hrs) or (703) 527-3887
Medical: Rocky Mountain Poison Control Center
(866) 767-5089 (24Hrs)
Customer Service
Information Telephone Numbers
1-800-628-4453
Phone Number
8:30 to 5:30 EST
Available Hrs
Ingredient Name CAS RegistryNumber Typical Wt. % OSHA
2 COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
The substance(s) marked with a "Y" in the OSHA column, are identified as hazardous chemicals according to the
criteria of the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200)
The components of this product are all on the TSCA Inventory list.
3 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Arkema Inc.
SPOTLEAK 1007
Emergency Overview
Potential Health Effects
Colorless liquid; mercaptan odor

DANGER!
EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE LIQUID AND VAPOR. VAPOR MAY CAUSE FLASH FIRE.
MAY CAUSE EYE IRRITATION.
MAY CAUSE ALLERGIC SKIN REACTION.
MAY CAUSE NAUSEA, HEADACHE OR DIZZINESS.
Inhalation and skin contact are expected to be the primary routes of occupational exposure to this material. Based on
single exposure animal tests, it is considered to be practically non-toxic if swallowed or inhaled, no more than slightly
toxic if absorbed through skin and slightly irritating to eyes. Repeated or prolonged contact may cause an allergic skin
reaction. This material has a strong objectionable odor that may cause nausea, headache, or dizziness.
Thio and Fine Chemicals
Arkema Inc.
2000 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
SPOTLEAK 1007 Product Name
Product Synonym(s)
Mixture Chemical Family
Mixture Chemical Formula
Blend: tert-Butyl mercaptan, Methyl ethyl sulfide
EPA Reg Num
Odorant for Natural Gas Product Use
Chemical Name
80%
20%
Y
Y
tert-Butylmercaptan
Methyl ethyl sulfide
75-66-1
624-89-5
This material is classified as hazardous under Federal OSHA regulation.
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4 FIRST AID MEASURES
IF IN EYES, immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention immediately.
IF ON SKIN, immediately flush with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical
attention. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse.
IF SWALLOWED, do NOT induce vomiting. Give water to drink. Get medical attention immediately. NEVER
GIVE ANYTHING BY MOUTH TO AN UNCONSCIOUS PERSON.
IF INHALED, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give
oxygen. Get medical attention.








5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
238 C Auto-Ignition Temperature
<0 F Flash Point TCC Flash Point Method
NE Flammable Limits- Upper
NE Lower
Extinguishing Media
Fire Fighting Instructions
Fire and Explosion Hazards
Use water spray, carbon dioxide, foam or dry chemical.
Water may be ineffective. Use water spray or water fog to cool surrounding surfaces and prevent fire damage
or rupture of containers. Fire fighters and others who may be exposed to products of combustion should wear
full fire fighting gear (full Bunker Gear) and self-contained breathing apparatus (pressure demand NIOSH
approved or equivalent). Fire fighting equipment should be thoroughly decontaminated after use.
When burned, the following hazardous products of combustion can occur:
Oxides of carbon
Sulfur oxides
Hydrogen sulfide
Vapors can travel to a source of ignition and flash back.
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Fire and Explosive Properties
6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
In Case of Spill or Leak
Extinguish or turn off ignition or combustion sources. Contain spill. Stop leak at source if this can be done
safely. Ventilate area only if odor control is not an issue. Nonessential personnel should leave the area until
cleanup is completed. Cover spill area with closed-cell foam to reduce odors (use of Aqueous Film Forming
Foam (AFFF) with polymeric layer is acceptable). If foam is unavailable, absorb spill with liquid-binding
material (e.g. diatomaceous earth, saw dust universal binder) and deodorize residue on ground with 3-10%
hydrogen peroxide. If spill is contained within a large containment area, add 5% bleach solution (sodium
hypochlorite) in a 50 parts bleach solution to one part product dilution ratio. Swimming pool chemicals
(hypochlorite compounds) work effectively in deodorizing product. If these are applied to product, the crystals
must be accompanied by sufficient water of dilution so that the considerable heat of reaction will be
absorbed. Enzyme or bacteria based deodorizers are also acceptable for use. Place waste materials into
Department of Transportation (DOT)-approved drums for disposal. Where practicable wash area down with
water. Keep concentrate and wash water from entering sewers or waterways. Consult a regulatory specialist
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ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
HANDLING AND STORAGE
EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Handling
Storage
Engineering Controls
Eye / Face Protection
Skin Protection
Respiratory Protection
to determine appropriate state or local reporting requirements, for assistance in waste characterization and/or
hazardous waste disposal and other requirements listed in pertinent environmental permits.
Keep away from heat, sparks and flame.
Keep container closed.
Use only with adequate ventilation.
Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing.
Wash thoroughly after handling.

CONTAINER HAZARDOUS WHEN EMPTY. Emptied container retains vapor and product residue. Follow
labeled warnings even after container is emptied. RESIDUAL VAPORS MAY EXPLODE ON IGNITION. DO
NOT CUT, DRILL GRIND OR WELD ON OR NEAR THIS CONTAINER. Improper disposal or reuse of this
container may be dangerous and/or illegal.
Store in well ventilated area away from heat and sources of ignition such as flame, sparks and static
electricity. Ensure that all storage and handling equipment is properly rated, grounded and installed to satisfy
electrical classification requirements. Static electricity may accumulate and create a fire hazard. All storage
containers, including containers such as drums, cylinders and IBCs, must be bonded and grounded during
filling and emptying operations. Store away from oxidizers and reactive materials. Keep container tightly
closed. Observe all federal, state and local regulations and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
Codes which pertain to the specific local conditions of storage and use, including OSHA 29 CFR 1910.106
and NFPA 30, 70, 77, and 497.
Investigate engineering techniques to reduce exposures. Provide ventilation if necessary to minimize
exposure. Dilution ventilation is acceptable, but local mechanical exhaust ventilation preferred, if practical, at
sources of air contamination such as open process equipment.
Where there is potential for eye contact, wear chemical goggles and have eye flushing equipment available.
Wear appropriate chemical resistant protective clothing and chemical resistant gloves to prevent skin
contact. Consult glove manufacturer to determine appropriate type glove material for given application.
Wear chemical goggles, a face shield, and chemical resistant clothing such as a rubber apron when
splashing may occur. Rinse immediately if skin is contaminated. Remove contaminated clothing promptly
and wash before reuse. Clean protective equipment before reuse. Provide a safety shower at any location
where skin contact can occur. Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
Avoid breathing vapor or mist. Where airborne exposure is likely, use NIOSH approved respiratory
protection equipment appropriate to the material and/or its components. Full facepiece equipment is
recommended and, if used, replaces need for face shield and/or chemical goggles. If exposures cannot be


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9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance/Odor
NE pH
0.815 @ 20 C Specific Gravity
5.7 psia @ 38 C Vapor Pressure
3 Vapor Density
NA Melting Point
<-50 F Freezing Point
63-70 C (145-148 F) Boiling Point
Insoluble @ 20 C Solubility In Water
Alcohols, ethyl ether Solubility in Other Materials
NE Evaporation Rate
100 Particle Size
0.55 cP @ 20 C Viscosity
Odor threshold: 0.1 ppb
Refractive index: 1.427 @ 20 C
Other Physical Data
10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability
This material is chemically stable under normal and anticipated storage and handling conditions.
11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxicological Information
Data on this material and/or its components are summarized below.
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Avoid contact with strong oxidizers, acids, bases, reducing agents.
Incompatibility
None known.
Hazardous Decomposition Products
Airborne Exposure Guidelines for Ingredients
-Only those components with exposure limits are printed in this section.
-Skin contact limits designated with a "Y" above have skin contact effect. Air sampling alone is insufficient to accurately quantitate
exposure. Measures to prevent significant cutaneous absorption may be required.
-ACGIH Sensitizer designator with a value of "Y" above means that exposure to this material may cause allergic reactions.
-WEEL-AIHA Sensitizer designator with a value of "Y" above means that exposure to this material may cause allergic skin reactions.
Colorless liquid; mercaptan odor
The components of this product have no established Airborne Exposure Guidelines
8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
kept at a minimum with engineering controls, consult respirator manufacturer to determine appropriate type
equipment for given application. Observe respirator use limitations specified by NIOSH or the manufacturer.
For emergency and other conditions where there may be a potential for significant exposure, use an
approved full face positive-pressure, self-contained breathing apparatus or positive-pressure airline with
auxiliary self-contained air supply. Respiratory protection programs must comply with 29 CFR 1910.134.

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TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicological Information
Chemical Fate Information

Spotleak 1007
Single exposure (acute) studies indicate that this material is practically non-toxic if swallowed (rat LD50 5,000
mg/kg) or inhaled (rat 1-hr LC50 >20 mg/l; vapor), no more than slightly toxic if absorbed through skin (rat LD50
>2,000 mg/kg) and slightly irritating to rabbit eyes.

tert-Butylmercaptan
Single exposure (acute) studies indicate that this material is slightly toxic if swallowed (rat LD50 4,729 mg/kg),
no more than slightly toxic if absorbed through skin (rabbit LD50 >2,000 mg/kg), practically non-toxic if inhaled
(rat 4-hr LC50 >81.9 - 98.2 mg/l), slightly irritating to rabbit eyes and non-irritating to rabbit skin (4-hr exposure).
In rodents, acute poisoning by this material produced a pattern of central nervous system depression, muscular
paralysis, and tremors. Skin allergy was observed in guinea pigs following repeated exposure. Following
repeated inhalation exposures, mild to moderate liver effect (hypertrophy) and mild kidney effects (proximal
tubular nephrosis in males only) were observed in rats. No birth defects were noted in the offspring of rats and
mice exposed by inhalation during pregnancy. No genetic changes were observed in tests using bacteria or
animals. Both positive and negative responses have been reported in tests using animal cells.

Methyl Ethyl Sulfide
Single exposure (acute) studies indicate that this material is practically non-toxic to slightly toxic if swallowed (rat
LD50 4,300 - >5,000 mg/kg), practically non-toxic if inhaled (rat 4-hr LC50 >21.7 mg/l), no more than slightly
toxic if absorbed through skin (rat LD50 >2,000 mg/kg) and moderately irritating to rabbit eyes and skin. No
genetic changes were observed in tests using bacteria.
Data on this material and/or its components are summarized below.
tert-Butylmercaptan
This material is moderately toxic to Daphnia magna (48-hr EC50 6.7 mg/l), and is slightly toxic to rainbow trout
(96-hr LC50 34 mg/l) and alga (72-hr EC50 13 mg/l).

Methyl Ethyl Sulfide
This material is slightly toxic to Daphnia magna (48-hr EC50 16 mg/l) and practically non-toxic to algae (72-hr
IC50 310 mg/l; NOEC <76 mg/l).
Data on this material and/or its components are summarized below.
tert-Butylmercaptan
The solubility of this material is 1,470 mg/l after 24-hrs. and the stability is 10 mg/l and 81.8% after 96-hrs.

Methyl Ethyl Sulfide
This material is not readily biodegradable (34% after 28-days) and has a half-life in air of 1.9 days (calculated).
The log Pow is 1.41.

13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste Disposal
Incineration is the recommended method for disposal observing all local, state and federal regulations. Note:
Chemical additions to, processing of, or otherwise altering this material may make this waste management
information incomplete, inaccurate, or otherwise inappropriate. Furthermore, state and local waste disposal
requirements may be more restrictive or otherwise different from federal laws and regulations.
Arkema Inc.
SPOTLEAK 1007
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14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Mercaptans, mixture, liquid, flammable, n.o.s. DOT Name
(t-Butyl mercaptan, Methyl ethyl sulfide) DOT Technical Name
3 DOT Hazard Class
UN3336 UN Number
ll DOT Packing Group
RQ
11 OCT 2004 Revision Date
19-AUG-2004 Supercedes Revision Dated
ATOFINA Chemicals, Inc. has changed its name to Arkema Inc..
Key
Arkema Inc.
SPOTLEAK 1007
10 Revision Number
PG
16 OTHER INFORMATION
Revision Summary
Massachusetts Right to Know
New Jersey Right to Know
Pennsylvania Right to Know
This product does contain the following chemicals(s), as indicated below, currently on the Massachusetts Right to Know Substance
List.
This product does contain the following chemical(s), as indicated below, currently on the New Jersey Right-to-Know Substances List.
This product does contain the following chemical(s), as indicated below, currently on the Pennsylvania Hazardous Substance List.
tert-Butylmercaptan
tert-Butylmercaptan
tert-Butylmercaptan
15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
Y Immediate (Acute) Health
N Delayed (Chronic) Health
Y Fire
N Reactive
N Sudden Release of Pressure
Hazard Categories Under Criteria of SARA Title III Rules (40 CFR Part 370)
Revision Information
The components of this product are all on the TSCA Inventory list.
NE= Not Established NA= Not Applicable (R) = Registered Trademark
Ingredient Related Regulatory Information:
Methyl ethyl sulfide
tert-Butylmercaptan
SARA Reportable Quantities
NE
NE
CERCLA RQ SARA TPQ
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Arkema Inc. believes that the information and recommendations contained herein (including data and
statements) are accurate as of the date hereof. NO WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR
IMPLIED, IS MADE CONCERNING THE INFORMATION PROVIDED HEREIN. The information provided
herein relates only to the specific product designated and may not be valid where such product is used in
combination with any other materials or in any process. Further, since the conditions and methods of use are
beyond the control of Arkema Inc., Arkema Inc. expressly disclaims any and all liability as to any results
obtained or arising from any use of the product or reliance on such information.
Arkema Inc.
SPOTLEAK 1007

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