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Material Safety Data Sheet
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"ELVALOY" RESIN MODIFIERS ALL IN SYNONYM LIST LOY006
LOY006 Revised 21-JUN-2006
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CHEMICAL PRODUCT/COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
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Material Identification
"ELVALOY" is a registered trademark of DuPont.
Tradenames and Synonyms
"ELVALOY" AM, AM-L, AS, EP1001, EP1002, GMB
"ELVALOY" 4170, 4170LW
"ELVALOY" EP1032, EP1085, #
"ELVALOY" XEP 225
EP1052, EP1052-2,
Company Identification
MANUFACTURER/DISTRIBUTOR
DuPont Packaging & Industrial Polymers
1007 Market Street
Wilmington,DE 19898
PHONE NUMBERS
Product Information : 1-(800)-441-7515
Transport Emergency : 1-(800)-424-9300
Medical Emergency : 1-(800)-441-3637
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COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
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Components
Material CAS Number %
ETHYLENE ACRYLATE COPOLYMER >99
NON-REGULATED ADDITIVES <1
N-BUTYL ACRYLATE 141-32-2 <0.4
GLYCIDYL METHACRYLATE 106-91-2 <0.4
Components (Remarks)
Material is not known to contain Toxic Chemicals under Section 313
of Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act
of 1986 and 40 CFR part 372.
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HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
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# Potential Health Effects
ADDITIONAL HEALTH EFFECTS
ACUTE OR IMMEDIATE EFFECTS - ROUTES OF ENTRY AND SYMPTOMS
INGESTION There is no information on the ingestion toxicity of
these resins. Ingestion is not a probable route of exposure.
Toxicity is predicted to be low.
SKIN Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause skin irritation
including redness, itching and in extreme cases blisters. Molten
polymer contacting the skin will cause thermal burns.
EYE Mechanical irritation only.
INHALATION At processing temperatures above 280 C (536 F), fumes
irritating to the eyes, nose and throat may be produced. This
exposure may result in redness, tearing and itching of the eyes
and soreness in the nose and throat together with coughing.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE None known.
N-BUTYL ACRYLATE
INHALATION
Immediate effects of overexposure may include: Irritation of
the nose and throat with sneezing, sore throat or runny
nose.
SKIN CONTACT
Immediate effects of overexposure may include: Irritation
with itching, burning, redness, swelling or rash. Skin
sensitization with allergic rashes. Skin permeation may
occur in amounts capable of producing the effects of
systemic toxicity. The compound has been infrequently
associated with skin sensitization in humans.
EYE CONTACT
Immediate effects of overexposure may include: Eye
irritation with tearing, pain or blurred vision.
ADDITIONAL HEALTH EFFECTS
Increased susceptibility to the effects of this material may
be observed in persons with pre-existing disease of the:
skin.
GLYCIDYL METHACRYLATE
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Skin contact with Glycidyl Methacrylate may cause skin burns or
ulceration; or allergic skin rashes. Evidence suggests that skin
permeation can occur in amounts capable of producing the effects
of systemic toxicity. There are inconclusive or unverified
reports of human sensitization.
Eye contact with Glycidyl Methacrylate may cause eye corrosion
with corneal or conjunctival ulceration.
Higher exposures by inhalation to Glycidyl Methacrylate may cause
irritation of the upper respiratory passages, with coughing and
discomfort.
Carcinogenicity Information
None of the components present in this material at concentrations
equal to or greater than 0.1% are listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA or ACGIH
as a carcinogen.
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FIRST AID MEASURES
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# First Aid
INHALATION
If exposed to fumes from overheating or combustion, move to fresh
air. Consult a physician if symptoms persist.
SKIN CONTACT
In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and water.
Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
If molten material gets on skin, cool rapidly with cold water. Do
not attempt to remove material from skin. Obtain medical treatment
for thermal burn.
INGESTION
Not a probable route. However, in case of accidental ingestion,
call a physician.
EYE CONTACT
In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water
for at least 15 minutes. Call a physician.
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FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
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# Flammable Properties
Flash Point : 430 C (806 F) Setchkin
Method : Apparatus
Fire and Explosion Hazards:
UNUSUAL FIRE, EXPLOSION HAZARDS The solid polymer can be
combusted only with difficulty. An electrostatic charge can
potentially build up when pouring pellets. Grounding of equipment
is recommended.
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS Complete combustion gives
carbon dioxide and water. Incomplete combustion gives, in
addition, carbon monoxide and hydrocarbon oxidation products
including organic acids, aldehydes and alcohols, oxides of
nitrogen.
Extinguishing Media
Water, Foam, Dry Chemical, CO2.
# Fire Fighting Instructions
Keep personnel removed and upwind of fire. Wear self-contained
breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full protective equipment.
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ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
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Safeguards (Personnel)
NOTE: Review FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES and HANDLING (PERSONNEL)
sections before proceeding with clean-up. Use appropriate
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT during clean-up.
Spill Clean Up
Sweep up to avoid slipping hazard.
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HANDLING AND STORAGE
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Handling (Personnel)
See FIRST AID and PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT SECTIONS.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place. Keep containers tightly closed to
prevent moisture absorption and contamination.
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EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
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# Engineering Controls
VENTILATION When hot processing this material, use local and/or
general exhaust ventilation to control the concentration of vapors
and fumes below exposure limits.
In cutting or grinding operations with this material, use local
exhaust to control the concentration of dust below exposure limits.
Local ventilation is required over processing equipment to keep
the concentration of gases which are irritating to the eyes and
upper respiratory system below recommended values.
Personal Protective Equipment
EYE/FACE PROTECTION
Wear safety glasses. Wear coverall chemical splash goggles and
face shield when possibility exists for eye and face contact due
to splashing or spraying of molten material. A full face mask
respirator provides protection from eye irritation.
RESPIRATORS
A NIOSH/MSHA approved air purifying respirator with an organic
vapor cartridge with a dust/mist filter may be permissible under
certain circumstances where airborne concentrations are expected
to exceed exposure limits. Protection provided by air purifying
respirators is limited. Use a positive pressure air supplied
respirator if there is any potential for an uncontrolled release,
exposure levels are not known, or any other circumstances where
air purifying respirators may not provide adequate protection.
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
If there is potential contact with hot/molten material, wear heat
resistant clothing and footwear.
Exposure Guidelines
Exposure Limits
"ELVALOY" RESIN MODIFIERS ALL IN SYNONYM LIST LOY006
PEL (OSHA) : Particulates (Not Otherwise Regulated)
15 mg/m3, 8 Hr. TWA, total dust
5 mg/m3, 8 Hr. TWA, respirable dust
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Other Applicable Exposure Limits
N-BUTYL ACRYLATE
PEL (OSHA) : None Established
TLV (ACGIH) : 2 ppm, 8 Hr. TWA, A4, SEN
AEL * (DuPont) : 2 ppm, 8 & 12 Hr. TWA, Skin
GLYCIDYL METHACRYLATE
PEL (OSHA) : None Established
TLV (ACGIH) : None Established
AEL * (DuPont) : 1 ppm, 8 & 12 Hr. TWA, Skin
WEEL (AIHA) : 0.5 ppm, 8 Hr. TWA, Skin, SEN
* AEL is DuPont鈥檚 Acceptable Exposure Limit. Where governmentally
imposed occupational exposure limits which are lower than the AEL
are in effect, such limits shall take precedence.
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PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
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Physical Data
% Volatiles : Negligible
Solubility in Water : Negligible
Odor : Mild acrylate-like
Form : Pellets
Color : Grey
Specific Gravity : NA
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STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
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Chemical Stability
Stable at normal temperatures and storage conditions.
Conditions to Avoid
Temperatures above 280 C (536 F) .
Incompatibility with Other Materials
None reasonably foreseeable.
# Decomposition
Decomposes with heat.
Decomposition temperature - For the resin as shipped, greater than
280 C (536 F) as defined by TGA weight loss of less than 1 percent
in air. Decomposition behavior may be affected through customer
use of stabilizers or other ingredients.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS Carbon monoxide and
hydrocarbon oxidation products including organic acids,
aldehydes and alcohols, oxides of nitrogen.
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Polymerization
Polymerization will not occur.
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TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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# Animal Data
N-BUTYL ACRYLATE
EYE:
Animal testing indicates this material is a mild to moderate eye
irritant.
SKIN:
LD50, rabbit: 1,780 mg/kg (Moderately toxic).
Animal testing indicates this material is a mild skin irritant,
and is a skin sensitizer.
INGESTION:
LD50, rat: 6,170 mg/kg (Very low toxicity).
Repeated exposure caused: Decreased body weight. Increased liver
weight.
INHALATION:
4 hour, LC50, rat: 2,636 ppm (Slightly toxic).
Repeated exposure caused: Histopathological changes of the nasal
cavity. Upper respiratory tract irritation. Decreased body
weight. Increased liver weight. Long-term exposure caused: Upper
respiratory tract irritation. Clouding of the eye (corneal
opacity).
ADDITIONAL TOXICOLOGICAL EFFECTS:
In animal testing this material has not caused carcinogenicity.
Animal data show developmental effects only at exposure levels
producing other toxic effects in the adult animal. No animal data
are available to define the following effects of this material:
reproductive toxicity. Tests have shown that this material does
not cause genetic damage in bacterial or mammalian cell cultures,
or in animals. This material has not been tested for its ability
to cause permanent genetic damage in reproductive cells of mammals
(not tested for heritable genetic damage).
Glycidyl Methacrylate
Inhalation 4 hour LC50: 45 ppm in rats
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Skin absorption LD50: 484 mg/kg in rabbits
Oral LD50: 828 mg/kg in rats
Glycidyl Methacrylate is corrosive to skin and eyes, and is a skin
sensitizer in animals.
The effects in animals from single inhalation exposure to Glycidyl
Methacrylate include irritation of the respiratory tract, body
weight loss, pathological changes in the lungs, testes, and
trachea. Repeated exposures produced decreased body weight gain,
respiratory irritation and alterations of hematological
parameters. Long term exposure produced minimal effects on the
body organs and no alteration of hematological parameters.
Repeated applications of Glycidyl Methacrylate on the skin of
rabbits produced inflammation and necrosis.
Administration of single oral doses of Glycidyl Methacrylate in
animals produced gastritis. Repeated dosing resulted in growth
inhibition and kidney weight changes. Long term dosing produced
no treatment related increase in tumors.
Tests in animals with Glycidyl Methacrylate demonstrate no
carcinogenic activity. Tests in animals with Glycidyl
Methacrylate show maternal toxicity but no evidence of
developmental toxicity. No animal test reports are available to
define reproductive hazards.
Glycidyl Methacrylate does produce genetic damage in bacterial and
mammalian cell cultures; there are also reports in the literature
of some negative tests in mammalian cell cultures.
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ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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# Ecotoxicological Information
AQUATIC TOXICITY:
No information is available. Do not discharge to streams, ponds,
lakes or sewers.
N-BUTYL ACRYLATE
AQUATIC TOXICITY:
Moderately toxic.
96 hour LC50 - Rainbow trout: 5.2 mg/L
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DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
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Waste Disposal
Preferred options for disposal are (1) recycling, (2) incin-
eration with energy recovery, and (3) landfill. The high fuel
value of this product makes option 2 very desirable for material
that cannot be recycled. Treatment, storage, transportation, and
disposal must be in accordance with applicable federal,
state/provincial, and local regulations.
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TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
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# Shipping Information
DOT/IMO/IATA
Not Regulated.
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REGULATORY INFORMATION
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U.S. Federal Regulations
TSCA Inventory Status : In compliance with TSCA Inventory
requirements for commercial purposes.
State Regulations (U.S.)
STATE RIGHT-TO-KNOW LAWS
No substances on the state hazardous substances list, for the
states indicated below, are used in the manufacture of products on
this Material Safety Data Sheet.
SUBSTANCES ON THE PENNSYLVANIA HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES LIST PRESENT
AT A CONCENTRATION OF 1% OR MORE (0.01% FOR SPECIAL HAZARDOUS
SUBSTANCES): None known.
WARNING: SUBSTANCES KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE
CANCER, BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM: None known.
SUBSTANCES ON THE NEW JERSEY WORKPLACE HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE LIST
PRESENT AT A CONCENTRATION OF 1 % OR MORE (0.1% FOR SUBSTANCES
IDENTIFIED AS CARCINOGENS, MUTAGENS OR TERATOGENS): None known.
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OTHER INFORMATION
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Additional Information
MEDICAL USE: CAUTION: Do not use in medical applications
involving permanent implantation in the human body. For other
medical applications see DuPont CAUTION Bulletin No. H-50102.
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The data in this Material Safety Data Sheet relates only to the
specific material designated herein and does not relate to use in
combination with any other material or in any process.
Responsibility for MSDS : T. P. PRICE
DUPONT PACKAGING & INDUSTRIAL POLYMERS
Address : CHESTNUT RUN PLAZA 713
WILMINGTON, DE 19880-0713
Telephone : 302-999-4664
# Indicates updated section.
This information is based upon technical information believed to be
reliable. It is subject to revision as additional knowledge and
experience is gained.
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