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1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
DOW EUROPE GMBH CH-8810 HORGEN SWITZERLAND
MEDICAL EMERGENCY PHONE NO from ... 31 115 694 982 (THE NETHERLANDS) (ASK FOR MEDICAL DEPARTMENT)
Product Name: UCAR (TM) SOLUTION VINYL RESIN VYHH
LV70: 87047 Issue Date: April 02 Ref: WMC05 Revised: Sept. 03 (Section(s) 4, 8, 11 & 12)
Use of the substance/preparation For industrial use only.
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2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
CAS EC No Acetic acid ethenyl >97 % 009003-22-9 Polymer ester, polymer with
chloroethene
Dangerous components (see section 16 for complete R-phrases):
CAS EC No Acetone <2 % Xi; R36, R66, 000067-64-1 200-662-2 R67, F;R11
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3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
This product is not hazardous according to EC criteria.
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4. FIRST-AID MEASURES
Never give fluids or induce vomiting if patient is unconscious or is having convulsions.
Inhalation
Remove to fresh air.
Skin Contact
Wash skin with plenty of water.
Eye Contact
Flush eyes thoroughly with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses after initial 1-2 minutes and continue flushing for several additional minutes. If effects occur, consult a physician, preferably an ophthalmologist.
Ingestion
Wash out the mouth with water (do not swallow).
Note to Physician
No specific antidote. Treatment of exposure should be directed at the control of symptoms and the clinical condition of the patient.
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5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES Extinguishing Media
For large fires, use: Foam. Water fog or fine spray.
Hand held carbon dioxide or dry chemical extinguishers may be used for small fires.
Extinguishing Media to Avoid None known.
Hazardous Combustion Products
Combustion products may include and are not limited to: Carbon dioxide.
Carbon monoxide. Hydrogen chloride.
Protection of Firefighters
Wear positive-pressure self-contained breathing apparatus and
protective fire fighting clothing (includes fire fighting helmet, coat, trousers, boots and gloves).
Specific Methods of Firefighting
Do not use direct water stream. May spread fire.
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6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Personal Precautions
Wear adequate personal protective equipment, see Section 8, EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION.
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Environmental Precautions
Sweep up, recover if possible, or dispose of according to applicable regulations.
Methods of Cleaning Up
Sweep up, recover if possible, or dispose of according to applicable regulations.
Eliminate all sources of ignition in vicinity of spill or released vapour to avoid fire or explosion.
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7. HANDLING AND STORAGE Handling
Take precautions to avoid accumulation of static charge. Ground all handling and transfer operations to minimise build-up of static charges.
Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid contact with eyes. Provide adequate ventilation.
Storage
Keep container closed. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
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8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION Exposure Guidelines
As fine dust: For particulates not otherwise classified, the ACGIH TLV is 10 mg/m3 inhalable, and 3 mg/m3 respirable, TWA 8-hours.
Acetone: ACGIH Threshold Limit Value (TLV) is 500 ppm TWA-8 hours.
Engineering Controls
Local exhaust ventilation may be necessary for some operations.
Personal Protective Equipment - Respiratory Protection
For most conditions, no respiratory protection should be needed;
however, in dusty atmospheres, use an approved particulate respirator.
Use a CE approved air-purifying respirator with cartridge/filter for:
Particles, type P2.
- Skin Protection
Gloves should not be needed when handling this material. Consistent with general hygienic practice for any material, skin contact should be minimized.
- Eye/Face Protection Use safety glasses.
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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance : powder Colour : white Odour : mild
Rel. vapour density (air=1) : not applicable Melting point/range : >100 decomposes Freezing point/range : not applicable Boiling point/range : not applicable Autoignition temperature : 390
Flammability-LFL : not determined Flammability-UFL : not determined pH : not determined Percent volatiles : <2.5
Molecular weight : 15000-25000 Flash point : not applicable Vapour pressure : not applicable Density : 1.35 (20 deg.C)
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10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Chemical Stability
Stable.
Conditions to Avoid None known.
Materials to Avoid None known.
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11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Acute toxicity
- Ingestion
The oral LD50 for rats is >8000 mg/kg.
- Skin Contact
The LD50 for skin absorption in rabbits is >8000 mg/kg.
Irritation - Skin
Prolonged contact may cause slight skin irritation with local redness.
- Eyes
Solid or dust may cause irritation or corneal injury due to mechanical action.
- Inhalation
Dust may cause irritation to upper respiratory tract (nose and throat).
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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Ecotoxicology
Acute LC50 for common carp (Cyprinus carpio) is >100 mg/L. Acute EC50 for water flea Daphnia magna is 100 mg/L.
Persistence and Degradability
Surface photodegradation is expected with exposure to sunlight.
Material is not readily biodegradable according to OECD/EC guidelines.
Mobility and Bioaccumulation Potential
No bioconcentration is expected because of the relatively high molecular weight (MW greater than 1000).
In the terrestrial environment, material is expected to remain in the soil.
In the aquatic environment, material will sink and remain in the sediment.
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13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Wastes or Residues
Do not dump into any sewers, on the ground, or into any body of water.
Containers must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations.
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14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Product is not classified for any mode of transportation.
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15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
EC Classification and User Label Information
This product does not require labelling according to the criteria of the Commission of the European Communities.
EINECS Status
This product is not listed on EINECS because it is a polymer.
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16. OTHER INFORMATION
For reprocessing these materials the guidelines of this MSDS should be followed.
Risk-phrases in Section 2 R11 - Highly flammable.
R36 - Irritating to eyes.
R66 - Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.
R67 - Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.
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