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| MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET |
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| SECTION 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION |
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PRODUCT NAME : BUEHLER KONDUCTOMET I
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 20-3375-016
PRODUCT USE/CLASS : Molding compound
SUPPLIER:
Buehler, Ltd.
41 Waukegan Road
Lake Bluff, IL 60044
EMERGENCY: 800-424-9300
INFORMATION: 847-295-6500
PREPARER: Technical Department, PHONE: 847-295-6500,
PREPARE DATE: 08/22/06; 22 Aug 06
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| SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS |
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ITEM ------------ CHEMICAL NAME ------------- CAS NUMBER WT/WT%
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01 Graphite 7782-42-5 20.0-40.0
02 Fibrous glass 65997-17-3 10.0-30.0
03 Hexamethylenetetramine 100-97-0 3.0-10.0
04 Phenol 108-95-2 0.1-1.0
05 Silicon dioxide (quartz) 14808-60-7 1.0-5.0
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ACGIH OSHA NIOSH
ITEM TLV-TWA TLV-STEL PEL-TWA PEL-CEILING TLV-TWA SKIN
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01 2.0 mg/m3 N.E. 15 mppcf N/E 2.5 mg/mg3 NO
02 1 fibers/cc* N.E. 15 mg/m3 N/E 3 fibers/cc NO
03 N.E. N.E. N.E. N.E. N.E. NO
04 5 ppm N.E. 5 ppm N/E 250 ppm IDLH YES
05 0.1 mg/m3 N.E. 0.05 mg/m3* N/E 0.05 mg/m3* NO
*Respirable fraction
(See Section 16 for abbreviation legend)
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| SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION |
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EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: Harmful if swallowed. Causes skin and eye irritation.
Vapors from heated material may be irritating. Contact with heated
material can cause thermal burns.
ACUTE EFFECTS - EYE CONTACT: Moderately irritating to the eyes. Exposure
to hot material may cause thermal burns.
ACUTE EFFECTS - SKIN CONTACT: Contact with product at elevated
temperatures can result in thermal burns. Can be absorbed through the skin
to cause kidney and liver damage. Prolonged contact may cause dermatitis.
ACUTE EFFECTS - INHALATION: Harmful if inhaled. High vapor concentrations
from heated material are irritating to the eyes, nose, throat and lungs.
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ACUTE EFFECTS - INGESTION: Small amounts (a tablespoonful) swallowed
during normal handling operations are not likely to cause injury;
swallowing amounts larger than that may cause injury.
CHRONIC OVEREXPOSURE EFFECTS: *Repeated and prolonged inhalation of
graphite or carbon dusts may cause pulmonary fibrosis, emphysema, and
pneumoconiosis. The severity of these effects is greatly influenced by the
presence of other harmful mineral dusts, most notably crystalline silica.
*Repeated or prolonged overexposure to phenol via inhalation, ingestion,
or skin absorption may cause damage to the liver, kidneys, pancreas,
and spleen. Phenol is mutagenic "in-vitro." *This product contains
encapsulated silicon dioxide (quartz, silica). No exposure to free
respirable silica is anticipated during normal use of this product.
It should be noted, however, that free respirable silica may be released
by grinding or machining of cured compound and has been listed as a
confirmed human carcinogen by NTP and IARC. Inhalation of free respirable
silica may cause silicosis or other serious delayed lung injury. Recent
studies have also suggested that individuals with silicosis are at
increased risk of developing tuberculosis, scleroderma, and/or increased
incidence of kidney lesions.
OTHER INFORMATION: No information.
PRIMARY ROUTE(S) OF ENTRY: SKIN CONTACT, EYE CONTACT,
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| SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES |
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EYE CONTACT: Immediately flush with plenty of water. After initial
flushing, remove any contact lenses and continue flushing for at least 15
minutes. Have eyes immediately examined and tested by medical personnel.
SKIN CONTACT: For hot product, immediately immerse in or flush the
affected area with large amounts of cold water to dissipate heat. Cover
with clean cotton sheeting or gauze and get prompt medical attention. No
attempt should be made to remove material from skin or to remove
contaminated clothing as the damaged flesh can be easily torn. For cold
product, flush thoroughly with water. Obtain medical attention if
irritation develops or persists.
INHALATION: If inhalation effects occur, remove to fresh air. Get medical
attention if cough or other symptoms develop.
INGESTION: If swallowed, DO NOT induce vomiting. Give water or milk and
activated charcoal if patient is conscious and not drowsy. Never give
anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention
immediately.
NOTES TO PHYSICIAN: Treat symptomatically.
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| SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES |
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FLASH POINT: No data F LOWER EXPLOSIVE LIMIT: N.A.
(PENSKY-MARTENS C.C.) UPPER EXPLOSIVE LIMIT: N.A.
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE: No data
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| SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES |
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EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:ALCOHOL FOAM,CO2,DRY CHEMICAL,FOAM,WATER FOG
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Finely divided dust in air may present
explosion hazard. Prevent dust buildup.
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING PROCEDURES: Treat as petroleum fire. Wear appropriate
approved protective equipment. Avoid directing water stream directly into
flame; it may cause frothing with subsequent spread of flame.
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| SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES |
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STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED: Reclaim clean
material. Contaminated material should be swept or shoveled into
appropriate waste container and disposed of in accordance with applicable
federal, state and local regulations.
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| SECTION 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE |
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HANDLING: Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid breathing
vapors from heated material.
STORAGE: Keep away from heat and flame.
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| SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION |
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ENGINEERING CONTROLS: General ventilation usually adequate.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: None normally required under general ventilation.
For cold product: If dust levels exceed lowest component TLV/PEL, or if
effects occur, use NIOSH-approved dust/mist respirator in accordance with
OSHA regulations and manufacturer鈥檚 recommendations. FOR HOT PRODUCT: If
vapor levels are unknown, if lowest component TLV/PEL is exceeded, or if
effects occur, use NIOSH-approved organic vapor cartridge respirator in
accordance with OSHA regulations and manufacturer鈥檚 recommendations.
SKIN PROTECTION: Clean clothing to cover skin. Butyl rubber gloves.
Thermal gloves when handling hot material.
EYE PROTECTION: Safety glasses.
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Accessible eye wash and safety shower.
HYGIENIC PRACTICES: Follow good general industrial safety practices during
use. Do not smoke or eat during use.
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| SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES |
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BOILING RANGE : 181 - 500 F VAPOR DENSITY : Is heavier than air
ODOR : Mild nondescript ODOR THRESHOLD : NO DATA
APPEARANCE : Black EVAPORATION RATE: Is slower than Butyl
SOLUBILITY IN H2O : Insoluble Acetate
FREEZE POINT : N/A SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 1.8831
VAPOR PRESSURE : N/A pH @ 0.0 % : N/S
PHYSICAL STATE : Solid VISCOSITY : N/A
COEFFICIENT OF WATER/OIL DISTRIBUTION: No data
(See Section 16 for abbreviation legend)
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| SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY |
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CONDITIONS TO AVOID: No information.
INCOMPATIBILITY: Strong bases or oxidants. Aluminum chloride +
nitromethane, Formaldehyde, peroxydisulfuric acid, peroxymonosulfuric acid,
sodium nitrite + heat, Aluminum + nitrobenzene, sodium nitrate +
trifluoroacetic acid, butadiene.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Oxides of carbon. Oxides of nitrogen,
ammonia. Aromatic and aliphatic hydrocarbons.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur under normal conditions.
STABILITY: This product is stable under normal storage conditions.
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| SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES |
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COMPONENT TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
----------- CHEMICAL NAME ----------- ------ LD50 ------ ------ LC50 ------
Graphite No information No information
Fibrous glass No information No information
Hexamethylenetetramine derm(rbt)750mg/kg No information
Phenol derm(rbt)500mg/24H No information
Silicon dioxide No data No data
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| SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION |
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ECOLOGICAL TEST DATA: No information.
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| SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS |
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DISPOSAL METHOD: Material as sold may be disposed of in landfill if local
regulations permit. If material becomes contaminated, follow disposal
instructions for contaminant.
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| TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION |
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DOT PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Not regulated
DOT TECHNICAL NAME: N/A
DOT HAZARD CLASS: N/A HAZARD SUBCLASS: N/A
DOT UN/NA NUMBER: N/A PACKING GROUP: N/A RESP. GUIDE PAGE:
INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING NAME: Not regulated
INTERNATIONAL ID NUMBER: N/A
IMDG CLASS (1掳,2掳): N/A PACKING GROUP: N/A
IMDG EMS: N/A IATA CLASS (1掳,2掳): N/A
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| SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION |
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OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR
1910.1200)
CERCLA - SARA HAZARD CATEGORY:
This product has been reviewed, and is considered, under applicable
definitions, to meet the following categories:
IMMEDIATE HEALTH HAZARD CHRONIC HEALTH HAZARD
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| SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION |
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SARA SECTION 313:
This product contains the following substances subject to the reporting
requirements of Section 313 and 40 CFR part 372:
----------- CHEMICAL NAME ----------- CAS NUMBER WT/WT % IS LESS THAN
Phenol 108-95-2 1.0-5.0
TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT:
The chemical substances in this product are on the TSCA Section 8
Inventory.
This product contains the following chemical substances subject to the
reporting requirements of TSCA 12(B) if exported from the United States:
----------- CHEMICAL NAME ----------- CAS NUMBER
Phenol 108-95-2
NEW JERSEY RIGHT-TO-KNOW: The following materials are non-hazardous, but
are among the top five components in this product:
----------- CHEMICAL NAME ----------- CAS NUMBER
Phenolic resin 9003-35-4
PENNSYLVANIA RIGHT-TO-KNOW: The following non-hazardous ingredients are
present in the product at greater than 3%:
----------- CHEMICAL NAME ----------- CAS NUMBER
Phenolic resin 9003-35-4
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65:
WARNING: This product contains a chemical(s) known to the state of
California to cause cancer. (phenol, silicon dioxide)
VOLATILE ORGANIC COMPOUNDS (VOCS): no data
CANADIAN WHMIS: This MSDS has been prepared in compliance with Controlled
Product Regulations except for use of the 16 headings.
CANADIAN WHMIS CLASS: D2A
COMPONENT RCRA CLASSIFICATIONS: none
COMPONENT RCRA CODES: none
CERCLA RQ VALUE (MINIMUM): n/a
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| SECTION 16 - OTHER INFORMATION |
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HMIS RATINGS - HEALTH: 1 FLAMMABILITY: 1 REACTIVITY: 0
PREVIOUS MSDS REVISION DATE: 06/10/03
REASON FOR REVISION: updated section(s): 2,3,4,15
LEGEND: N.A. - No information, N.E. - Not Established,
N.D. - Not Determined
ABBREVIATIONS: ACGIH = American Conference of Governmental Industrial
Hygienists; OSHA = US Occupational Health and Safety Administration; UK =
United Kingdom; TLV-TWA = Threshold Limit Value-Time Weighted Average (8
hrs); STEL = Short-Term Exposure Limit (15 min); C = Ceiling Value; PEL =
Permissible Exposure Limit
DISCLAIMER: To the best of our knowledge, the information contained in
this MSDS is accurate or is obtained from sources believed to be accurate.
However, no liability, expressed or implied, is assumed for the accuracy or
completeness of the information contained herein. Buyer assumes liability
in its use of the material.
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