MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Issue date: 1st February 2012 IDENTIFICATION OF THE MATERIAL AND SUPPLIER Product Name: VULKEM® 345
Unit 1, 2 Park Road, Rydalmere, New South Wales, 2116
Telephone: (02) 9638 2755 Fax: (02) 9638 2955
1800 224 512 7am to 5pm Monday to Friday inclusive
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
CLASSIFIED AS HAZARDOUS ACCORDING TO THE CRITERIA OF WORKSAFE AUSTRALIA AND DANGEROUS ACCORDING TO THE ADG CODE. Symbols: Xn
R42 May cause sensitisation by inhalation
S56 Dispose of this material and its container at hazardous or
S33 Take precautionary measures against static discharges
S62 If swallowed, do not induce vomiting. Seek medical
advice immediately and show this container or label
Emergency Overview
Grey liquid solution. May cause drowsiness, weakness, and fatigue. Vapour and/or mist may irritate nose and throat. May cause moderate irritation to the respiratory system. May cause allergic respiratory sensitization. Move to fresh air. If required, artificial respiration or administration of oxygen can be performed by trained personnel. Leave area to breathe fresh air. Avoid further overexposure. If symptoms persist, get medical attention. Acute Potential Health Effects/ Routes of Entry
Inhalation :
May cause drowsiness, weakness, and fatigue. Vapour and/or
mist may irritate nose and throat. May cause moderate
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irritation to the respiratory system. May cause allergic respiratory sensitization.
Vapour and/or mist may cause eye irritation.
May cause irritation to the mouth, throat and stomach and may
cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, and vomiting.
May cause sensitization resulting in irritation, itching &
Aggravated Medical Conditions
Pre-existing eye, skin, liver, kidney, and respiratory disorders may be aggravated by exposure. Chronic Health Effects
Overexposure may cause dermatitis, asthma, skin and respiratory sensitization and decreased lung function. Repeated overexposure to vapours and/or material may injure the liver, kidneys and respiratory system unless suitable engineering controls and/or personal protective equipment are used. Prolonged or repeated exposure to xylene may cause defatting, drying, and irritation of the skin, dermatitis, central nervous system (CNS) effects, heart muscle sensitization and arrhythmia, hearing loss, and brain, liver, kidney damage. Xylene overexposure may affect foetal development. Prolonged or repeated contact/exposure to aromatic petroleum distillates may cause defatting, drying, and irritation of the skin, dermatitis, and central nervous system (CNS) effects. Carbon black is classified by IARC to be a known animal carcinogen and a possible human carcinogen (Group 2B). Carbon black is encapsulated by resin and not expected to have adverse effects unless made airborne. Inhalation of crystalline silica (quartz) can cause cancer based on animal data, and IARC concludes sufficient evidence in humans (Group 1). Prolonged and repeated overexposure to free crystalline silica dust above the TLV level may cause scarring of the lungs with cough and shortness of breath. A delayed lung injury, silicosis may result from breathing free silica. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has evaluated ethylbenzene and classified it as a possible human carcinogen (Group 2B) based on sufficient evidence for carcinogenicity in experimental animals but inadequate evidence for cancer in exposed humans. Fillers are encapsulated and not expected to be released from product under normal conditions of use. Target Organs: Material Safety Data Sheet Vulkem® 345 1st February 2012 Page 3 of 9 COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical Name: CAS Number: Weight %:
1,3,5-Trimethylbenzene 108-67-8 1.0-5.0 Ethylbenzene 100-41-4
FIRST AID MEASURES
Get immediate medical attention for any significant overexposure. Inhalation :
Move to fresh air. If required, artificial respiration or
administration of oxygen can be performed by trained
personnel. Leave area to breathe fresh air. Avoid further overexposure. If symptoms persist, get medical attention.
Flush with water for at least 15 minutes while holding eye lids
apart. Get medical attention immediately.
Wash area of contact thoroughly with hand cleaner followed by
soap and water. If irritation, rash or other disorders develop,
Do not induce vomiting unless advised by a physician. Call
nearest Poison Control Centre (Ph. 13 11 26 in all states) or
FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
If water fog is ineffective, use carbon dioxide, dry
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Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide can form.
Smoke, fumes. Hydrocyanic acid and nitrogen oxides
Use accepted fire fighting techniques. Wear full
firefighting protective clothing, including self-contained
Product may ignite if heated in excess of its flash
point. Closed container may burst when exposed to
extreme heat. Empty containers may contain ignitable
vapours. Vapours may travel to sources of ignition and flashback
ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Use appropriate protective equipment. Avoid contact with material. Remove sources of ignition immediately. Stop flow of material if safe to do so. Contain spill and keep out of water courses. Ventilate area. Dispose of in accordance with local, State and Federal regulations. 7. HANDLING & STORAGE
Prevent inhalation of vapour, ingestion, and contact with skin eyes and clothing. Keep container closed when not in use. Precautions also apply to emptied containers. Change soiled work clothes frequently. Clean hands thoroughly after handling. Do not smoke, weld, generate sparks, or use flame near container. To prevent generation of static discharges, use bonding/grounding connection when pouring liquid. Extinguish all ignition sources including pilot lights, non-explosion proof motors and electrical equipment until vapours dissipate. Store under dry warehouse conditions away from heat and all ignition sources. 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Personal protection equipment Respiratory protection :
Wear appropriate, properly fitted NIOSH/MSHA
level(s) are expected to exceed exposure limits indicated on the MSDS. Select positive pressure supplied air respirator (TC19C or equivalent) for isocyanates.
Use suitable impervious nitrile or neoprene
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chemical safety goggles and/or face shield to
prevent eye contact. Do not wear contact
lenses. Do not touch eyes with contaminated
body parts or materials. Have eye washing
Prevent contact with shoes and clothing.
Use professional judgment in the selection,
Use only in well ventilated areas. Provide
local exhaust when the general ventilation is
inadequate. Exposure Limits Chemical Name
Fraction OSHA PEL 15mg/m3 Total dust ACGIH TWA 3mg/m3 Respirable particles ACGIH TWA 10mg/m3 Inhalable particles OSHA TWA 15mg/m3 Total dust OSHA TWA 5mg/m3 Respirable fraction
ACGIH TWA 2mg/m3 Respirable fraction OSHA PEL 15mg/m3 Total dust OSHA PEL 5mg/m3 Respirable fraction OSHA TWA 15mg/m3 Total dust OSHA TWA 5mg/m3 Respirable fraction
ACGIH TWA 10mg/m3 OSHA PEL 15mg/m3 Total dust OSHA TWA 15mg/m3 Total dust OSHA TWA 5mg/m3 Respirable fraction
ACGIH TWA 100ppm ACGIH PEL 150ppm OSHA TWA 435mg/m3
ACGIH TWA 100ppm ACGIH STEL 125ppm OSHA PEL 435mg/m3
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OSHA TWA 0.3mg/m3 Total dust OSHA PEL 15mg/m3 Total dust OSHA PEL 5mg/m3 Respirable fraction ACGIH TWA 0.025mg/m3 Respirable fraction
ACGIH TWA 3.5mg/m3 OSHA PEL 3.5mg/m3 OSHA TWA 15mg/m3 Total dust OSHA TWA 5mg/m3 Respirable fraction
PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Boiling point/range : 280oF, 138oC Water solubility :
STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Strong acids. Strong bases. Amines. Water or
Material is stable under normal storage, handling, and
Hazardous polymerization : Will not occur under normal conditions. 11. TOXOCOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Xylene, CAS-No.: 1330-20-7
4,300 mg/kg (Rat) 1,590 mg/kg (Mouse) 6,670 mg/kg (Rat)
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3,523-8,600 mg/kg (Rat) 5,627 mg/kg (Mouse)
Acute dermal toxicity (LD-50 dermal) 17,800 mg/kg (Rabbit)
Acute dermal toxicity (LD-50 dermal) 790 mg/kg (Rabbit)
2,4-Toluene diisocyanate CAS-No. 584-84-9
14 mg/l for 4 h (Rat) 10 mg/l for 4 h (Mouse) 13 mg/l for 4 h (Guinea pig) 11 mg/l for 4 h (Rabbit)
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No data available. 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Subject to hazardous waste treatment, storage, and disposal.
Assure conformity with applicable disposal regulations. Dispose of cured material at an approved disposal site or facility. Vapours are heavier than air and spread along the floor. Residues in empty containers should be decontaminated prior to disposal in compliance with federal, state and local regulations. 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION Material Safety Data Sheet Vulkem® 345 1st February 2012 Page 8 of 9
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Safety Phrases listed in Section 2. Classified as Hazardous according to criteria of Worksafe Australia. OSHA Hazardous Components : Calcium Carbonate (Limestone)
Crystalline Silica (Quartz)/ Silica Sand
OSHA Status: Considered hazardous based on the following
If used according to manufacturer’s conditions this product is safe to use, however, persons known to be hypersensitive (asthma, chronic bronchitis) should not use this product. 16. OTHER INFORMATION
Hazardous Materials Information System: Health 2 Flammability 2 Reactivity 1 PPE
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0 = Minimum 1 = Slight 2 = Moderate 3 = Serious 4 = Severe For Industrial Use only. Keep out of reach of children. The hazard information herein is offered solely for the consideration of the user, subject to their own investigation of compliance with applicable regulations, including the safe use and storage of the product under every foreseeable condition. Website:
The information sourced for the preparation of this document was correct and complete at the time of writing or to the best of the writer’s knowledge. The document represents the commitment to the company’s responsibilities surrounding the supply of this product undertaken in good faith. This document should be taken as a safety guide for the product and its recommended uses but is in no way an absolute authority. Legend
ACGIH - American Conference of Governmental Hygienists TLV - Threshold Limit Value IARC - International Agency for Research on Cancer TWA - Time Weighted Average OSHA - Occupational Safety and Health Administration STEL - Short Term Exposure Limit PEL – Permissible Exposure Limit MSHA – Mine Safety Health Administration NIOSH – National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
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