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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 VMCH
LV70: 87042 Issue Date: April 02 Ref: WMC03 Revised: July 02 (Section(s) 2, 8 & 16)
Use of the substance/preparation For industrial use only.
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2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
CAS EC No 2-Butenedioic acid(Z-), >97.5 % 009005-09-8 Polymer polymer with
chloroethene and ethenyl acetate
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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.
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Skin Contact
Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing. Seek medical attention if symptoms occur or irritation persists. Wash clothing before reuse.
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 monoxide. Carbon dioxide. 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.
Environmental Precautions
Sweep up, recover if possible, or dispose of according to applicable regulations.
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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.
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.
- Skin Protection
Any plastic or rubber glove which provides a water-proof barrier should provide adequate skin protection.
- 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 deg.C (decomposes) Freezing point/range : not determined
Boiling point/range : not determined Autoignition temperature : >=385 deg.C Flammability-LFL : not determined Flammability-UFL : not determined pH : not determined Percent volatiles : <2.5
Molecular weight : 8000-27000 Flash point : not determined Vapour pressure : not applicable
Density : 1.34 g/cm3 (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 No data available.
Additional Information
Vinyl acetate has caused cancer in some laboratory animals exposed to high vapour levels in long-term studies; tumors and other respiratory tract lesions occurred secondarily to chronic irritation. Did not cause cancer in a drinking water study.
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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION No data available.
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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.
Any disposal practice must be in compliance with all local and national laws and regulations. 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 No other information.
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