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Material Safety Data Sheet
| Section
I – Manufacturer Identification |
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Manufacturer’s Name: |
Becker Underwood, Inc. |
Address: |
P.O. Box 667,
801 Dayton Ave., Ames, IA 50010 |
| Emergency
Phone: |
Chemtrec (800) 424-9300 |
Information Phone: |
(515) 232-5907 |
| Prepared
By: |
MSDS Coordinator |
Date Revised: |
October 5,
2000 |
| Section II –
Hazardous Ingredients/SARA III Information |
|
Hazardous Components |
Occupational Exposure Limits |
| Component |
CAS Number |
OSHA PEL |
ACGIH TLV |
Weight Percent |
| Titanium Dioxide |
13463-67-7 |
15 mg/m3 |
10 mg/m3 |
> 1.0 % |
| Amorphous Silica |
7631-86-9 |
80 mg/m3 / % SiO2 |
10 mg/m3 |
~ 1.5 % |
| ***No reportable
quantities of toxic chemical(s) subject to the reporting requirements
of Section 313 of SARA Title III and of 40 CFR 372 are present*** |
| Section III -
Physical/Chemical Characteristics |
| Boiling
Point: |
NE |
Specific
Gravity: (H20 = 1): |
1.5-1.6 |
| Vapor
Density: |
Heavier than air |
Evaporation Rate: |
Slower than ether |
| Solubility
In Water: |
Dispersable |
Appearance
and Odor: |
White opaque liquid,
slight odor |
| Section
IV - Fire and Explosion Hazard Data: |
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| Flash
Point: |
NA |
Method Used: |
NA |
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Flammable Limits in Air by Volume: |
NA |
Lower: |
NA |
Upper: |
NA |
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Extinguishing Media: |
Foam, alcohol
foam, CO2, dry chemical, water fog |
|
Fire Fighting Precautions & Hazards: |
Fire fighters
should wear butyl rubber boots, gloves, and body suit and a |
| NIOSH/MSHA self-contained
breathing apparatus. |
|
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: |
Not a fire or
explosion hazard when stored under normal conditions. |
| Section V –
Reactivity Data |
| Stability: |
Stable |
|
Conditions to Avoid: |
Extremes in
temperature. High humidity. |
|
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): |
Long term
storage in direct contact with reactive metals such as aluminum, |
| zinc, copper, nickel,
magnesium, etc. Other materials to avoid include strong oxidizing
agents. |
|
Hazardous Decomposition Products: |
When involved in a fire,
burning may evolve noxious fumes which may include carbon monoxide,
carbon dioxide, nitrous oxides, acetic acid, or other toxic compounds
depending on the chemical composition and combustion conditions.
However, all of the water must be driven off first for this to occur. |
|
Hazardous Polymerization: |
Will not
occur. |
| Section VI -
Health Hazard Data |
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Inhalation Health Risks and Symptoms of Exposure: |
Prolonged
inhalation may lead to respiratory tract |
| irritation. |
|
Skin and Eye Contact Health Risks and Symptoms of Exposure: |
Prolonged or
repeated contact may result in |
| mechanical irritation.
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|
Skin Absorption Health risks and Symptoms of Exposure: |
None expected. |
|
Ingestion Health Risks and Symptoms of Exposure: |
Ingestion of
large quantities may be harmful. |
|
Health Hazards (acute and chronic): |
None known. |
|
Carcinogenicity |
NTP? |
No |
IARC Monographs? |
No |
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Section VI - Health Hazard Data (Continued) |
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Existing Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated By Exposure: |
May provoke
asthmatic response in persons |
| with asthma who are
sensitive to airway irritants. Individuals with preexisting diseases
of the lungs may have increased susceptibility to the toxicity of
excessive exposures to amorphous silica. |
|
Emergency and First Aid Procedures: |
|
| Eyes: |
Flush with
flowing water for at least 15 minutes. Call a physician. |
| Skin: |
Wash affected
area with soap and water. If irritation develops consult a physician.
Remove and launder |
| contaminated clothing
before reuse. |
|
Inhalation: |
If difficulty
in breathing occurs, move to fresh air. Get immediate medical
attention. |
|
Ingestion: |
Get immediate
medical attention. Unless advised otherwise, dilute with water or
milk. |
| Section VII –
Precautions for Safe Handling and Use |
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Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled: |
Contain the spill to
prevent a large discharge to |
| surface streams or storm
sewers. Since landfill operations will not accept liquid waste, allow
to dry if possible before |
| collecting for disposal.
An absorbent material would aid in cleaning up a liquid spill. If
liquid cleanup is necessary, collect |
| in drums, buckets, or
other containers. |
|
Waste Disposal Method: |
The
environmental concern is discoloration of land or water. If possible,
the product |
| should be dried before
disposal. Disposal must be made in accordance with federal, state, and
local regulation. |
|
Precautions to be Taken in Handling and Storing: |
Local exhaust.
Do not freeze. Avoid unnecessary skin |
| contact. Do not breathe
fumes. If product is allowed to dry, avoid breathing dust. |
| Other
Precautions: |
Eye wash
fountains should be easily accessible. As with all chemicals, keep out
of the reach of children. |
| Section VIII -
Control Measures |
|
Respiratory: |
If excessive vapors or
mists are generated, wear NIOSH/MSHA approved organic vapor/mist
respirator. |
|
Ventilation: |
Use local
exhaust to control excessive vapors/mists. If applicable, proper
personal protection is a |
| NIOSH/MSHA approved
respirator. |
|
Clothing: |
Gloves,
coveralls, apron, boots as necessary to prevent skin contact as
needed. |
| Eye: |
Chemical
goggles; wear face shield if splashing hazard exists. |
|
Other: |
Open wounds or
skin surface disruptions should be covered with a chemical resistant
patch to minimize absorption risks. Clean
clothing should be worn daily to avoid possible long-term build up of
the product leading to chronic overexposure. |
| Section IX -
Shipping and Labeling Information |
|
D.O.T. Shipping Data: |
Not regulated. |
|
D.O.T. Hazard Classification |
NA |
|
D.O.T. Labels Required: |
NA |
| D.O.T.
Identification |
NA |
| Section X - Disclaimer |
| The opinions expressed herein are
those of qualified persons with Becker Underwood, Inc. We believe the
information contained here is current as of the date of this Material
Safety Data Sheet. Since the use of this product is not within the
control of Becker Underwood, Inc., it is the user’s obligation to
determine a safe end use of this product. |
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