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SO-0013
SMITHERS-OASIS NORTH AMERICA
919 MARVIN AVENUE 鈥? P.O. BOX NUMBER 118 鈥? KENT, OHIO 44240
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Oasis庐 Floral Foam
SECTION 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
IDENTITY DATE PREPARED
OASIS庐 Floral Foam 6/05/2005
SYNONYMS, CHEMICAL NAMES, COMMON NAMES USE:
OASIS庐 Floral Foam Arrangement of cut flowers
MANUFACTURER'S NAME TELEPHONE NUMBER - INFORMATION
Smithers-Oasis 330-673-5831
ADDRESS EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER
919 Marvin Avenue Transportation emergency: CHEMTREC: 800 424-9300
P.O. Box 118 International Transportation: CHEMTREC: 703-527-3887
Kent, OH 44240 USA Rocky Mountain Poison and Drug Center: 303- 623-5716
SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV %
Formaldehyde 0.75 ppm TWA 0.3 ppm CEILING 0.2 % max
CAS# 50-00-0 2 ppm STEL
3.5 mg/m3 TWA 3.5 mg/m3 TWA
Carbon black 0.2 % max
CAS# 1333-86-4
1 mg/m3 TWA 1 mg/m3 TWA
Proprietary acid catalysts 9-13 %
3 mg/m3 STEL
Proprietary surfactant None established None established 1-2 %
15 mg/m3 TWA as Ba 10 mg/m3 TWA
Barium sulfate 3-4 %
CAS# 7727-43-7 (Total dust)
5 mg/m3 TWA as Ba
(Respirable fraction)
Other components are non hazardous or hazardous components are present at less than 1%
(0.1% for carcinogens).
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Green fine-celled thermoset phenolic plastic foam.
May be irritating to eyes, skin, and respiratory tract.
May contain formaldehyde and/or carbon black. Prolonged exposure may cause cancer.
NORTH AMERICAN HEADQUARTERS TELEPHONE 330-673-5831 鈥? CUSTOMER SERVICE 800-321-8286 鈥? FAX 800-447-0813
PARTICIPATING MEMBER A.F.M.C., SAFE ENDOWMENT AND W.F & F.S.A
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SECTION 3 -HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
PRIMARY ROUTE(s) OF EXPOSURE:
Contact and Inhalation of dust.
IRRITATION DATA:
May cause irritation to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract.
INHALATION:
ACUTE: Dust or fumes may cause irritation to the nasal passages, lacrimation, olfactory changes, and
pulmonary changes.
CHRONIC: Prolonged exposure to formaldehyde and/or carbon black may cause cancer.
SKIN CONTACT:
ACUTE: May cause irritation.
CHRONIC: May cause dermatitis. Frequent or prolonged exposure to formaldehyde can cause
hypersensitivity leading to contact dermatitis.
EYE CONTACT:
ACUTE: Contact may be irritating.
CHRONIC: May cause conjunctivitis.
INGESTION:
ACUTE: May cause mouth irritation due to local pH effect. Swallowing formaldehyde may cause violent
vomiting and diarrhea.
CHRONIC: Prolonged exposure may cause symptoms similar to acute effects.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE
None known.
SECTION 4 - EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES
INHALATION: Remove from exposure to fresh air. If breathing has stopped, give artificial respiration.
Oxygen may be given if breathing is difficult. Get medical attention.
SKIN CONTACT: Wash affected area with soap and water until no evidence of the material remains. Get
medical attention if irritation develops.
EYE CONTACT: Flush thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower
lids, until no evidence of the material remains. Get medical attention if irritation develops. If
wearing contact lens, remove immediately and flush eyes as above.
INGESTION: Do not induce vomiting. Treat symptomatically and supportively. If a large quantity is
ingested, get medical attention since there could be a problem with physical blockage.
SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FLASH POINT FLAMMABLE LIMITS LEL UEL
Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE: ~600掳 F.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Water, foam, carbon dioxide, or dry chemical.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES
Avoid breathing smoke. Firefighters should wear full protective NIOSH approved self-contained breathing
apparatus.
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UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS
Finished foam will support combustion if it is ignited by direct contact with an open flame or exposed to
temperatures in the range of 600掳 F. If foam is placed in a microwave for an extended period, it will begin to
burn. Combustion occurs at the center of the brick and due to the insulating effect of the foam, can proceed
unnoticed until an appreciable heat buildup occurs.
SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Wear suitable protective equipment. Reclaim or place in suitable container for disposal.
SECTION 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
Store in a cool, dry well ventilated area, out of direct sunlight. Foam stored in stagnant or hot enclosures may
result in off gassing of residual formaldehyde gas.
Wash thoroughly after handling. Observe good personal and industrial hygiene procedures. When foam is soaked
or used in water, some low levels of residual formaldehyde may accumulate in tub water. Repeated skin
immersion in water containing formaldehyde has caused skin rashes, particularly in sensitive persons. It is
recommended that impervious latex or chemical resistant gloves be worn and water tubs be emptied regularly.
SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION
A dust mask is recommended if dust is excessive. Where airborne concentrations may exceed guidelines for
permissible air concentrations, choose a respirator in accordance with OSHA Respirator Standard 29 CFR
1910.134.
VENTILATION
Use general dilution ventilation to maintain exposure below the exposure limits.
PROTECTIVE GLOVES
Use barrier cream or choose appropriate gloves in accordance with OSHA Subpart I Personal Protective
Equipment Hand Protection Standard 29 CFR 1910.138.
EYE PROTECTION
Safety glasses are recommended or choose in accordance with OSHA Eye and Face Protection Standard
29 CFR 1910.133.
OTHER PROTECTIVE CLOTHING OR EQUIPMENT
Not normally required.
RECOMMENDED EXPOSURE LIMITS
OSHA and ACGIH have not set exposure limits for this material. See Section 2 for exposure limits of
components and particulate matter.
SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Not applicable Not available
BOILING POINT SPECIFIC GRAVITY
3.0 in 5% slurry MELTING POINT Not available
PH
Not applicable Not available
VAPOR PRESSURE (mm Hg) SOFTENING POINT
Not applicable Not applicable
VAPOR DENSITY (Air = 1) EVAPORATION RATE
Not soluble.
SOLUBILITY
COEFFICIENT OF
WATER/OIL DISTRIBUTION: Not applicable.
Green, fine-celled thermoset phenolic plastic foam.
APPEARANCE AND ODOR:
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SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABILITY Unstable Conditions to Avoid
X Stable at normal room temperature.
Stable
INCOMPATIBILITY (Materials to Avoid)
Normally unreactive.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Smoke, oxides of carbon, and possible trace amounts of formaldehyde, phenol, cresols, xylenols, and sulfur
dioxide.
HAZARDOUS May Occur Conditions to Avoid
X None known.
POLYMERIZATION Will Not Occur
SECTION 11 鈥? TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Oral LD50 (rat): >5000 mg/kg
Primary Dermal Irritation Study in Albino Rabbits: Non irritant
Carcinogenicity: Formaldehyde has been classified as a Group 2A carcinogen by IARC, is reasonably anticipated
to be a human carcinogen by NTP, and is a suspected human carcinogen by ACGIH.
Carbon black has been classified as a Group 2B animal carcinogen by IARC.
Tumorigenic data (RTECS) Formaldehyde; barium sulfate; carbon black
Reproductive data (RTECS): Formaldehyde
Mutagenic data (RTECS): Formaldehyde; barium sulfate; green dye; carbon black
Teratology data (RTECS): Formaldehyde
SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
This formulation has not been tested for environmental effects. It is a thermoset plastic and is not
biodegradable.
SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
Recycling is recommended. It can be cut up and used as a soil conditioner. Since it dries faster than regular
soils, it can be used to aerate tightly packed clay type soils.
If discarded in its original form, material is not regulated by Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
as a hazardous waste. Passes TCLP test requirements.
SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION
PROPER SHIPPING NAME DOT CLASSIFICATION DOT UN/NA
Not regulated Not applicable Not applicable
Material is not regulated as a DOT Marine Pollutant
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SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
OSHA: This material may be classified as hazardous under OSHA regulations.
TSCA: All components are listed or exempt from listing on the TSCA 8(b) inventory.
DSL: All components are listed or exempt from listing on the Canadian DSL
SARA Title III - Toxic chemicals list 40 CFR 372.65SARA HAZARD CATEGORIES:
Formaldehyde CAS# 50-00-0 0.2 %
Phenol CAS# 108-95-2 0.01 %
Barium sulfate is exempt from reporting under the category 鈥淏arium compounds鈥?
(59FR33208).
SARA Hazard Categories:
Acute Health Hazard Chronic Health Hazard Fire Hazard Reactive Hazard Sudden Release of Pressure
Yes Yes No No No
CERCLA Toxic Chemicals List 40 CFR 302:
Formaldehyde RQ: 100#
Basic Green dye RQ: 5000#
Phenol RQ: 1000#
Acid catalyst RQ: 1000#
Detergent RQ: 1000#
STATE REGULATIONS:
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65: The following statement is made in order to comply with the California Safe
Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986. This product contains the following chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer or reproductive harm:
Formaldehyde < 0.2 %
Toluene <5000 ppm
1,4 Dioxane Trace
Carbon Black < 0.2 %
PENNSYLVANIA RIGHT TO KNOW: Hazardous substances and special hazardous
substances on the list which must be identified when present in products at reportable levels are:
Barium sulfate 3-4%
Carbon black <2 %
Acid catalyst 2-4%
NEW JERSEY RIGHT TO KNOW: Components on the Hazardous Substance List are:
Formaldehyde 0.2 %
Carbon black <0.2 %
Acid catalysts 2-4 %
OTHER STATES: Contact Manufacturer
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SECTION 16 鈥? OTHER INFORMATION
HMIS Ratings:
Health 1
Flammability 1
Reactivity 0
where 0=minimal, 1=slight, 2=moderate, 3=serious, 4=severe
The information and recommendations set forth herein are made in good faith and are believed to be accurate as
of the date of preparation. Smithers-Oasis makes no warranty, either expressed or implied, with respect to this
information and disclaims all liability from reliance on it.
Issued by Smithers-Oasis Safety and Environmental Department.
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