MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
CRANE PERFORMANCE SIDING BLENDING
COMMERCIAL VINYL COMPOUNDS
PRODUCT:
ISSUED: 02-01
SUPERSEDES: 11-00
WRITTEN BY: EARL SEXTON
SECTION I
CRANE PERFORMANCE SIDING BLENDING
1441 UNIVERSAL ROAD
PO BOX 1058
COLUMBUS, OH 43216
TELEPHONE: (614) 443-4841
FAX NO: (800) 733-8469
Chemical Family Vinyl resin: chloroethene polymer
Chemical Name / Synonyms Poly (vinyl chloride), PVC, vinyl
Trademark Crane Performance Siding Blending Vinyl Compounds
Formula Vinyl Resin* plus functional additives (CH2CHCl)n
C.A.C. Registry No. Not Applicable (Mixture)
Product Use Various Applications
* PVC Dryblend contains <= 1.0 PPM residual vinyl chloride monomer.
SECTION II 鈥? HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
Hazard summary Statement: CAUTION! Processing fumes may cause irritation of the eyes and
respiratory tract. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing process emissions. Read entire Material
Safety Data Sheet (MSDS).
Crane Performance Siding Blending vinyl compounds are mixtures of thermoplastic polyvinyl chloride or
copolymer resin and functional additives, such as, processing aid, heat stabilizer, plasticizer, lubricant,
impact modifier, pigment and/or other ingredients.
PVC Polymer 70 鈥? 95%
Inert Fillers 0 鈥? 30% CaCO3, TIO2
Heat Stabilizers 0 鈥? 2% Organotin Compounds
Lubricants 0 鈥? 4% Calcium Stearate; Polyethylene, Parafin, Polyamide
Compounds or Esters
Process Aids 0 鈥? 2% Acrylic Compounds
Impact Modifiers 0 鈥? 10% CPE, ABS, MBS or Acrylic Compounds
Colorants 0 鈥? 5% Organic and Inorganic Colorants
Chemical Blowing Agents 0 鈥? 1% Azo Compounds or Sodium Bicarbonate
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This product may contain one or more of the following substances subject to reporting under Section 313 of
Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 and 40CFR372.
INGREDIENT C.A.S. NUMBER NATURE OF HAZARD COMMENTS
PIGMENT 68187-097 HEAVY METAL CONTENT REPORTABLE
(CHROMIUM CPD) DO NOT INGEST UNDER SARA
SECTION 313
PIGMENT 68186-90-3 ALSO CONTAINS REPORTABLE
(ANTIMONY CPD) CHROMIUM (+3) UNDER SARA
SECTION 311-313
PIGMENT 1308-38-9 CHROMIUM COMPOUND REPORTABLE
(CHROMIUM CPD) UNDER SARA
SECTION 313
PIGMENT 68186-91-4 HEAVY METAL CONTENT REPORTABLE
(COPPER CPD) DO NOT INGEST UNDER SARA
SECTION 313
PIGMENT 71750-83-9 HEAVY METAL CONTENT REPORTABLE
(MANGANESE CPD) DO NOT INGEST UNDER SARA
SECTION 313
PIGMENT 71631-15-7 HEAVY METAL CONTENT REPORTABLE
(CHROMIUM CPD) DO NOT INGEST UNDER SARA
SECTION 313
SECTION III 鈥? PHYSICAL DATA
APPEARANCE: Pigmented powder SPECIFIC GRAVITY: Range 1.3 鈥? 1.55
ODOR: Slight characteristic MELTING POINT: Varies
PERCENT VOLATILES: Varies GLASS TRANSITION TEMPERATURE: Varies
PHYSICAL STATE: Solid BULK DENSITY: Varies
SECTION IV 鈥? FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash Point Not established for the product; the vinyl resin portion of the product
has a flash-ignition temperature of approximately 391掳C (735掳F) and a
self-ignition temperature of approximately 454掳C (850掳F). ASTM D-
1929.
Notes Flash-Ignition Temperature The lowest initial temperature of
air passing around the specimen
at which sufficient combustible
gas is evolved to be ignited by a
small external pilot flame.
Self-Ignition Temperature The lowest initial temperature of
air passing around the specimen
at which, in absence of an
ignition source, ignition occurs of
itself, as indicated by an
explosion, flame or sustained
glow.
Extinguishing Media Water, ABC dry chemical, protein type air foams. (Carbon dioxide
may be ineffective on larger fires due to lack of cooling capacity
which may result in reignition.)
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Special Firefighting Procedures Wear self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) in positive pressure
mode. Personnel not having suitable respiratory protection must leave
the area to prevent significant exposure to toxic combustion gases
from any source. In enclosed or poorly ventilated areas, wear SCBA
during cleanup immediately after a fire as well as during the attack
phase of firefighting operations.
Unusual Fire Hazards (Powder Compounds Only): Crane Performance Siding Blending powder
compounds burn with difficulty because a substantial amount of energy is required to break down the
polymer into smaller fragments that will sustain combustion in the gas phase, principally as a consequence
of the action of the halogen content of the material. Consequently, Crane Performance Siding Blending
powder compounds are difficult to ignite. Fires will tend to extinguish naturally in the absence of a
substantial external source of heat or flame. Hydrogen chloride is generated during combustion and acts as
a flame quencher in the vapor phase. Crane Performance Siding Blending powder compounds will release
less heat than many other combustible materials. Precautions should be taken similar to those for any other
combustible materials, e.g. wood or other plastics.
As previously mentioned, hydrogen chloride is generated upon combustion of the material. When dissolved
in water, hydrogen chloride becomes an acid and can have a corrosive effect upon many metals. Since this
corrosion can be a slow process which will take place long after initial exposure, prompt cleaning of
surfaces with water-based detergents is indicated.
The smoke generated when Crane Performance Siding Blending poly (vinyl chloride) powder compounds
burn is within the narrow limits of toxicity of the smoke from all commonly used materials. The primary
toxic combustion products are carbon dioxide and hydrogen chloride. Carbon monoxide is an asphyxiant
generated by all natural and synthetic organic materials from incomplete combustion and is the principal
toxicant in fire atmospheres. Hydrogen chloride is an irritant, which has a limited lifetime in any fire
atmosphere. The doses of carbon monoxide and hydrogen chloride needed to cause lethality are very
similar. The combustion products of Crane Performance Siding Blending powder compounds include many
other compounds such as carbon dioxide, from complete combustion, and water, but do not include
phosgene, arolein or vinyl chloride.
Explosive Characteristics (Powder Compounds Only): Crane Performance Siding Blending powder
compounds have a very low tendency to explode. However, as with any powder materials, care should be
taken in addressing ignition sources in working and handling areas.
SECTION V 鈥? REACTIVITY
Stability Stable
Hazardous Polymerization Will not occur.
Hazardous Decomposition Products Hydrogen chloride, carbon monoxide, carbon
dioxide and small amounts of benzene and aromatic
and aliphatic hydrocarbons sometimes with
aliphatic olefins.
CAUTION! Prolonged heating (approximately 30 minutes or more) of the product above 200掳C (392掳F) or
short term heating at 250掳C (482掳F) may result in rapid evolution of hydrogen chloride.
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid) Avoid contact with strong oxidizers. Also, avoid
contact with acetal or acetal copolymers and with
amine containing materials during processing. At
processing conditions, these materials are mutually
destructive involve rapid degradation. Thoroughly
purge are mechanically clean processing equipment
to avoid even trace quantities of these materials
from coming in contact with each other. Prevent
cross contamination of feedstocks.
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SECTION VI 鈥? HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Threshold limit value: Not Established
NATURE OF HAZARD
Handling of PVC compound may result in the generation of dust. The dust is classed as a nuisance dust.
Exposure to the dust may cause physical irritation of contacted areas.
Under burning condition, HCL gas will be produced. HCL gas is irritation to the upper respiratory tract.
Exposure to high concentrations of HCL gas may be fatal.
PVC compound may contain trace amounts of vinyl chloride monomer. VCM is regulated as a carcinogen
by OSHA, and is listed by NTP and IARC as a carcinogen. Under normal processing conditions, significant
exposure to VCM should not occur.
Other processing vapors may produce irritation or acute health effects in some individuals.
EXPOSURE LIMITS
NUISANCE DUST OSHA PEL of 15 mg/m3 TWA* for 8 hours.
ACGIH TLV of 10 mg/m3 TWA for 8 hours
VINYL CHLORIDE OSHA PEL of 1.0 ppm TWA for 8 hours;
5 ppm for 15 minutes TWA.
ACGIH TLV of 5.0 ppm for 8 hours
* TWA 鈥? Time Weighted Average
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES
Inhalation (of process emissions): Remove affected individual to fresh air. Contact a physician.
Eye Contact: Flush eyes with water for at least 15 minutes while lifting upper and lower eyelids. Seek
medical attention if irritation persists.
Skin Contact: Not an anticipated hazard, however, good personal hygiene practices are always
recommended for material handling.
Ingestion: Not an anticipated hazard.
SECTION VII 鈥? SPILL AND LEAK PROCEDURE
Steps to be taken in case material is released or spilled: Vacuum or sweep material into a clean, properly
labeled container for reuse or disposal.
Water disposal method: Dispose of waste in accordance with all federal, state/provincial and local
regulations.
TCLP: This product may or may not be hazardous under the USEPA鈥檚 Toxicity Characteristic Leaching
Procedure (TCLP 鈥? 40 CFR 261, Appendix II). Material must be checked utilizing this procedure prior to
disposal. Any physical or chemical modification of this product may change the TCLP test results.
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SECTION VIII 鈥? SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Ventilation: Effective exhaust ventilation should always be provided to draw fumes or vapors away from
workers to prevent routine inhalation. Ventilation should be adequate to maintain the ambient workplace
atmosphere below the legislated levels listed in Section VI. Hot melt processing (e.g. extruding and
molding), cutting or sawing, machining, regrinding, thermoforming, heat welding and other processing or
post-processing operations involving heat sufficient to result in polymer breakdown should be examined to
insure adequate ventilation.
Respiratory Protection: Wear a NIOSH/MSHA 鈥? approved respirator specific for chemicals listed in
Section II and VI, as applicable, when concentrations exceed those limits listed. Comply with OSHA
1910.134 (29 CFR).
Protective Equipment: Wear protective gloves when handling hot materials during processing. Safety
glasses are recommended for all industrial activities.
SECTION IX 鈥? SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Material Handling: As with any product, should dusting occur from material handling, sources of
ignition, such as static discharge, should be addressed by the user to prevent the ignition and sudden release
of energy from suspended, finely divided particulates. Remove product from walkways and floors to
prevent slipping hazards.
Normal Melt Processing: Virtually all thermoplastic materials will emit fumes and/or vapors when heated
to processing temperatures. The concentration of these emissions in the workplace air will depend upon
variables such as the specific compound formulations, amount processed, processing method and
temperature and the effectiveness of exhause ventilation. Always use Crane Performance Siding Blending
vinyl compound under well-ventilated conditions and avoid continued or prolonged breathing of process
vapors. For personal hygiene, wash thoroughly after processing compound, especially before eating,
smoking or using toilet facilities. Do not store or consume food in processing areas. Do not use processing
equipment to heat food.
Cleanup: Cleanup following normal melt processing should be performed under well-ventilated
conditions. Crane Performance Siding Blending vinyl compound may be held at process temperatures
for a short time without significant thermal degradation. However, it should be recognized that exposure
to either elevated temperature or excessive heat history (time) will result in decomposition. The time and
temperature required to initiate degradation will vary depending upon processing technique, degree of
compound stabilization and other factors. As a general rule-of-thumb, degradation begins to occur after
about one hour at 177掳C (350掳F), about 10 minutes at 204掳C (400掳F) and within five minutes at 232掳C
(450掳F). Equipment should not be shut down for extended time periods with compound in it, or
decomposition and possible corrosion of unprotected metal may result. If dies and screws are not to be
cleaned manually, then purge equipment prior to shut-down using special vinyl purge compound or a
compatible thermoplastic such as general purpose ABS (do not use flame-retarded or halogen-containing
grades for this purpose).
Processing Fume Condensates: Processing fume condensates, which may include toxic contaminants,
may be combustible and should be periodically removed from exhaust hoods, ductwork and other surfaces.
Protective clothing, including impervious gloves, should be worn during cleanup operations to prevent skin
contact.
Storage: Sprinklered warehouse areas are recommended. The product by itself will not support
combustion, however, materials such as wooden pallets, paper bags, cardboard boxes and other
combustible can provide sufficient fuel to cause the product to burn.
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Materials Not Used Within One Year: Material not used within one year should be tested to determine if
degradation has occurred.
Abnormal Conditions: Abnormal conditions such as equipment malfunction or using improper
equipment or procedures, or hang-up or stagnation of material during processing may cause decomposition.
Employees involved in removing decomposing material should be provided suitable air-supplied respirators
and other appropriate protection.
Housekeeping: Remove any dust generated as a result of material handling from areas such as rafters,
roofs, building columns and ductwork to eliminate any secondary potential dust explosion or fire hazards.
SECTION X - TRANSPORTATION
For domestic transportation purposes, vinyl compounds are not classified as hazardous by the U.S.
Department of Transportation under Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations, 1983 Edition.
DOT Proper Shipping Name: Not applicable
DOT Hazard Class: Not applicable
DOT Label: Not applicable
UN/NA Hazard No: Not applicable
User鈥檚 Responsibility
This bulletin cannot cover all possible situations which the user may experience during processing. Each
aspect of the user鈥檚 operation should be examined to determine if, or where, additional precautions may be
necessary. All health and safety information contained within this bulletin should be provided to the user鈥檚
employees or customers. We must rely upon the user to utilize this information to develop appropriate work
practice guidelines and employee instructional programs for his or her operation.
Disclaimer of Liability
As the conditions or methods of use are beyond the control of Crane Performance Siding Blending,
Crane Performance Siding Blending does not assume any responsibility and expressly disclaims any
liability for any use of this material. Information contained here is believed to be true and accurate but all
statements or suggestions are make without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding the accuracy of the
information, the hazards connected with the use of the material or the results to be obtained from the use
thereof. Compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations remains the
responsibility of the user.
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