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Material Safety Data Sheet
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"VAMAC" ETHYLENE/ACRYLIC ELASTOMER ALL IN SYNONYM LIST VAM046
VAM046 Revised 22-AUG-2002
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CHEMICAL PRODUCT/COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
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Material Identification
"VAMAC" is a registered trademark of DuPont.
Tradenames and Synonyms
"VAMAC" D, DLS, DP,
"VAMAC" VMX2024-1,
"VAMAC" VMX2036-1,
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/METHYL ACRYLATE COPOLYMER >99
METHYL ACRYLATE 96-33-3 <0.1
METHYL ALCOHOL 67-56-1 <0.3
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
Refer to Bulletin H-73622-1 "Toxicity Information Related To The
Handling And Processing of "VAMAC".
ACUTE OR IMMEDIATE EFFECTS: ROUTES OF ENTRY AND SYMPTOMS
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INGESTION Not a probable route of exposure. Low toxicity.
SKIN Prolonged contact may cause irritation. Off gases may
cause dermatitis (reddening of the skin). Methyl acrylate has
been infrequently associated with skin sensitization in humans.
EYE Not a probable route of exposure for the polymer. Polymer
may cause mechanical irritation.
INHALATION Polymers not respirable. Methyl acrylate vapors,
which can be released during enclosed storage or at processing
temperatures, may irritate eyes, nose, throat, causing redness and
itching.
CHRONIC EFFECTS None known. Rats exposed to inhalation of
methyl acrylate for 2 years at levels of 14, 45 or 135 ppm
resulted in irritation of nasal mucosa and atrophy of olfactory
mucosa, and dose related corneal opacity and vascularization of
eyes.
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.
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 : Not Available
Fire and Explosion Hazards:
UNUSUAL FIRE, EXPLOSION HAZARDS Combustible but no unusual
hazards.
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS Carbon monoxide and hydrocarbon
oxidation products.
Extinguishing Media
Water, carbon dioxide, Foam, Dry Chemical.
Fire Fighting Instructions
Wear 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
Shovel or sweep up.
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HANDLING AND STORAGE
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Handling (Personnel)
See FIRST AID and PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT SECTIONS.
Storage
Storage of multiple pallets in unventilated area may cause methyl
acrylate concentration to exceed specified limits. Cool, well
ventilated storage recommended.
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EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
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Engineering Controls
Use sufficient ventilation to keep employee exposure below
recommended limits.
Personal Protective Equipment
EYE/FACE PROTECTION: Wear coverall chemical splash goggles.
Additionally, wear a face shield where the possibility exists for
face contact due to splashing or spraying of material.
RESPIRATOR: Where there is potential for airborne exposures in
excess of applicable limits, wear NIOSH approved respiratory
protection.
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING: Where there is potential for skin contact
have available and wear as appropriate impervious gloves, apron,
pants, jacket, hood and boots.
Exposure Guidelines
Applicable Exposure Limits
METHYL ACRYLATE
PEL (OSHA) : 10 ppm, 35 mg/m3, 8 Hr. TWA, Skin
TLV (ACGIH) : 2 ppm, 8 Hr. TWA, Skin, A4
Sensitizer
AEL * (DuPont) : 2 ppm, 8 & 12 Hr. TWA, Skin
METHYL ALCOHOL
PEL (OSHA) : 200 ppm, 260 mg/m3, 8 Hr. TWA
TLV (ACGIH) : 200 ppm, 8 Hr. TWA, Skin
STEL 250 ppm
AEL * (DuPont) : 200 ppm, 8 & 12 Hr. TWA, Skin
* 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
Melting Point : Not Available
% Volatiles : <0.65
Solubility in Water : Insoluble
Form : Bales.
Specific Gravity : 1-1.1
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STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
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Conditions to Avoid
Temperatures above 282 C (540 F) . Long hold up times.
Incompatibility with Other Materials
None reasonably foreseeable.
Decomposition
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS Above 316 deg C oxidative
polymer cleavage occurs generating low molecular weight alcohols,
ketones, aldehydes and carboxylic acids.
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ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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Ecotoxicological Information
AQUATIC TOXICITY:
No information is available. Toxicity is expected to be low based
on insolubility in water.
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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
Proper Shipping Name : Not regulated
Shipping Information -- Canada
This material is Not Regulated.
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REGULATORY INFORMATION
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U.S. Federal Regulations
TSCA Inventory Status : Listed.
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.
Canadian Regulations
This is not a WHMIS Controlled Product.
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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
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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