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PB Blaster Penetrating Catalyst

Small Business#10 in Power Tool Lubricants
$13.99

Priced as of May 13, 2026

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From the Safety Data Sheet

Full SDS ↗ (rev. 2022-06-09)

GHS hazard codes are quoted from the manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheet. PPE tiers below translate those codes and the listed ingredient chemistry; they are not CarCareTruth recommendations.

EyesRecommendedMfr. SDS §8 · 29 CFR 1910.133(a)(1) · GHS H319
SkinNo PPE in published sources
LungsSituationalMfr. SDS §8 · 29 CFR 1910.1200(f) · GHS H304
VentilationNo PPE in published sources

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EyesRecommended

From the manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheet, Section 8

SDS §2 classifies Eye Irritation Category 2 (H319) at the mixture level — aerosol mist is the primary exposure pathway.

PB Blaster

U.S. regulatory standard

29 CFR 1910.133(a)(1)

The employer shall ensure that each affected employee uses appropriate eye or face protection when exposed to eye or face hazards from… liquid chemicals…

ANSI Z87.1 (incorporated via §1910.6)

OSHA standards apply to workplaces. Cited here as the U.S. reference threshold for the underlying hazard class.

UN GHS hazard statement

H319

Causes serious eye irritation

UN GHS Rev. 9 (2021)

CarCareTruth publishes the cited sources verbatim and does not advise what action a user should take. Consult the full SDS before use.

Skin

The published Safety Data Sheet for this product does not specify skin protection for consumer use.

Workplace context

29 CFR 1910.1000; 1910.1200

Each employer shall assure that no employee is exposed [in excess of the PEL]…

Triggered by GHS H360 on the SDS.

OSHA standards apply to workplaces. Cited here as the U.S. reference threshold for the underlying hazard class.

LungsSituational

From the manufacturer’s Safety Data Sheet, Section 8

Aerosol form factor creates fine mist near face level. H335 is absent from §2 mixture classification; the aerosol mist itself is the inhalation exposure trigger in enclosed or poorly ventilated spaces.

PB Blaster

U.S. regulatory standard

29 CFR 1910.1200(f); 1910.132(d)

The employer shall assess the workplace to determine if hazards are present, or are likely to be present, which necessitate the use of personal protective equipment.

OSHA standards apply to workplaces. Cited here as the U.S. reference threshold for the underlying hazard class.

UN GHS hazard statement

H304

May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways

UN GHS Rev. 9 (2021)

CarCareTruth publishes the cited sources verbatim and does not advise what action a user should take. Consult the full SDS before use.

Ventilation

No PPE specified in published sources for ventilation. Absence does not imply “not needed” — consult the full Safety Data Sheet.

PPE tiers translate the manufacturer’s SDS and U.S. regulatory standards. Not professional safety advice. How we report safety.

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CarCareTruth's Analysis

Last reviewed May 15, 2026

TL;DR DANGER-rated aerosol with a Prop 65 warning — the carrier contains a California-listed carcinogen, and one ingredient carries a reproductive toxicant classification. Community-confirmed penetration on light-to-moderate rust in 5–15 minutes. Aerosol mist in enclosed spaces is the primary inhalation concern.

What it is and how it performs

PB Blaster wicks a thin solvent into corroded threads to free seized fasteners. Community-confirmed dwell time on light-to-moderate rust is 5–15 minutes; heavy rust may need a second coat. The aerosol straw reaches blind bores and undercar hardware. Community data confirms a light oil film prevents re-seizing for a few weeks — useful for staged work, not a long-term corrosion inhibitor.

Who should buy this — and who should skip it

Strong choice for a homeowner with a single stubborn bolt or occasional teardown work. Skip it for frequent enclosed-space use — DANGER signal word, confirmed Prop 65 carcinogen, and reproductive toxicant classification at the mixture level are documented SDS hazards that compound with repeated aerosol exposure.

Safety and environmental impact

DANGER driven by an aspiration hazard if swallowed and a reproductive toxicant classification. Prop 65: aromatic solvent fraction contains naphthalene (California-listed carcinogen). Eye irritation classified at mixture level; aerosol mist is the exposure pathway. Do not induce vomiting if swallowed — seek medical attention. No H335 at mixture level; aerosol mist in an enclosed space is the inhalation risk.

Environmental: petroleum-distillate carrier, not biodegradable, two aquatically toxic ingredients, VOC above 550 g/L.

: Garage Journal forum (garagejournal.com/forum/) — penetrating-oil dwell-time comparisons; accessed 2026-05-12. Forum homepage cited; specific thread URL unavailable.

: Practical Machinist forum (practicalmachinist.com/forum/) — residual lubrication follow-up; accessed 2026-05-12. Forum homepage cited; specific thread URL unavailable.

From the manufacturer

Marketing copy from PB Blaster, via Amazon. Not editorial.

  • #1-selling penetrant
  • Breaks free rusted or frozen parts
  • Protects against further rust and corrosion
  • Use on automotive, industrial, marine, plumbing and other equipment
  • This item is not for sale in Catalina Island

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PB Blaster, 11 OZ, Penetrating Catalyst, Penetrates, Lubricates, Prevents Rust
Manufacturer specifications
Material
Steel
Brand
Blaster
Package Information
Can
Liquid Volume
12 Fluid Ounces
Item Weight
14.4 ounces
Brand Name
Blaster
Recommended Uses For Product
Automotive, Industrial, Marine
Specific Uses For Product
Automotive, Industrial, Marine, Plumbing
Item Form
Liquid
Manufacturer
B'laster
Unit Count
11.0 Ounce
UPC
032167100019

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