Material Safety Data Sheet
1 of 4
Page:
LPTA4 Issue Date : September 2005 ISSUED by PARCHEMC
Infosafe No.
Product Name : EMER-BAND ADHESIVE BASE
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
Product Name EMER-BAND ADHESIVE BASE
Company Name Parchem Construction Products Pty Ltd (ABN 80 069 961 968)
Address 7 Lucca Road Wyong
NSW 2259 Australia
Emergency Tel. 1800 638 556
Tel: 02 4350 5000 Fax: 02 4351 2024
Telephone/Fax
Number
Recommended Use Base component of two part epoxy adhesive for emer-band tape.
Other Information This MSDS summaries at the date of issue our best knowledge of the health and
safety hazard information of the product, and in particular how to safely
handle and use the product in the workplace. Since Parchem Construction
Products Pty Ltd cannot anticipate or control the conditions under which the
product may be used, each user must, prior to usage, review this MSDS in the
context of how the user intends to handle and use the product in the
workplace.
If clarification or further information is needed to ensure that an
appropriate assessment can be made, the user should contact this company.
Our responsibility for product as sold is subject to our standard term and
conditions, a copy of which is sent to our customers and is also available
upon request.
www.parchem.com.au
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Hazard Classification HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE.
DANGEROUS GOODS.
Hazard classification according to the criteria of NOHSC.
Dangerous goods classification according to the Australia Dangerous Goods
Code.
Risk Phrase(s) R36/38 Irritating to eyes and skin.
R43 May cause sensitization by skin contact.
R51/53 Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the
aquatic environment.
Safety Phrase(s) S23 Do not breathe gas/fumes/vapour/spray
S24 Avoid contact with skin.
S37/39 Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection.
S46 If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this container or
label.
S61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/safety
data sheet.
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredients Name CAS Proportion
25068-38-6 10-30 %
Epichlorohydrin,
bisphenol A resin
2425-79-8 1-10 %
Butanedioldiglycidyl
ether
Not required Balance
Ingredients determined
not to be hazardous
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation Remove the source of contamination or move the victim to fresh air. Ensure
airways are clear and have qualified person give oxygen through a face mask if
breathing is difficult. Apply artificial respiration if not breathing. Seek
medical attention.
Ingestion Do NOT induce vomiting. Wash out mouth with water. Seek medical attention.
Skin Remove all contaminated clothing. Wash gently and thoroughly with water and
non-abrasive soap. Ensure contaminated clothing is washed before re-use or
discard. If irritation develops, seek medical attention.
Material Safety Data Sheet
2 of 4
Page:
LPTA4 Issue Date : September 2005 ISSUED by PARCHEMC
Infosafe No.
Product Name : EMER-BAND ADHESIVE BASE
Eye Wash eye thoroughly with copious quantities of water, ensuring eyelids are
held open. Obtain medical advice if any pain or redness develops or persists.
First Aid Facilities Eye wash and normal washroom facilities.
Advice to Doctor Treat symptomatically.
Other Information For advice, contact a Poisons Information Centre (Phone eg Australia 131 126;
New Zealand 0800 764 766) or a doctor (at once).
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable Use dry chemical powder, carbon dioxide or foam.
Do NOT use water jets. Cool fire exposed containers with water spray.
Extinguishing Media
Hazards from Under fire conditions this product may emit toxic and/or irritating fumes
including carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Combustion Products
Specific Hazards Combustible substance. This product will burn if exposed to fire.
Hazchem Code 2X
Precautions in Fire-fighters should wear full protective clothing and self contained
breathing apparatus (SCBA) operated in positive pressure mode.
connection with Fire
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Emergency Remove all sources of ignition. Increase ventilation. Wear appropriate
breathing apparatus and full protective clothing to minimise skin and eye
Procedures
exposure. Do not dilute material but contain. Place inert, non-combustible
absorbent material onto the spillage. Collect the material using clean
non-sparking tools and place into a suitable labelled container for subsequent
disposal. If this material enter the waterways contact the Environmental
Protection Authority, or your local Waste Management Authority.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for Safe Repeated or prolonged contact with this material should be avoided in order to
lessen the possibility of skin disorders. It is essential that all who come
Handling
into contact with this material maintain high standards of personal hygiene
ie. washing hands prior to eating, drinking or going to the toilet. Build-up
of mists in the working atmosphere must be prevented. Use explosion-proof
equipment.
Misuse of empty containers can be hazardous. Do not cut, weld, heat or drill
containers. Residue may ignite with explosive violence if heated sufficiently.
Do not pressurise or expose to open flame or heat. Keep container closed and
bung in place.
Conditions for Safe Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from sources of ignition. This
product should be stored away from foodstuffs and strong oxidising agents. For
Storage
information on the design of the storeroom reference should be made to
Australian Standard AS1940, The storage and handling of flammable and
combustible liquids. Reference should also be made to any relevant
Commonwealth, State or Territory regulations.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
National Exposure No value assigned for this specific material by the National Occupational
Health and Safety Commission (NOHSC).
Standards
Engineering Controls Use with good general ventilation. If mists or vapours are produced local
exhaust ventilation should be used.
Respiratory If engineering controls are not effective in controlling airborne exposure
then respiratory protective equipment should be used suitable for protecting
Protection
against airborne contaminants. Final choice of appropriate breathing
protection is dependent upon actual airborne concentrations and the type of
breathing protection required will vary according to individual circumstances.
Expert advice may be required to make this decision. Reference should be made
to Australian Standards AS/NZS 1715, Selection, Use and maintenance of
Respiratory Protective Devices; and AS/NZS 1716, Respiratory Protective
Devices.
Material Safety Data Sheet
3 of 4
Page:
LPTA4 Issue Date : September 2005 ISSUED by PARCHEMC
Infosafe No.
Product Name : EMER-BAND ADHESIVE BASE
Eye Protection Safety glasses with side shields, goggles or full-face shield as appropriate
recommended. Final choice of appropriate eye/face protection will vary
according to individual circumstances i.e. methods of handling or engineering
controls and according to risk assessments undertaken. Eye protection should
conform with Australian/New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 1337 - Eye Protectors for
Industrial Applications.
Hand Protection Wear gloves of impervious material. Final choice of appropriate gloves will
vary according to individual circumstances i.e. methods of handling or
according to risk assessments undertaken. Reference should be made to AS/NZS
2161.1: Occupational protective gloves - Selection, use and maintenance.
Body Protection Wear appropriate clothing including chemical resistant apron where clothing is
likely to be contaminated. It is advisable that a local supplier of personal
protective clothing is consulted regarding the choice of material.
Other Information Biological Limit Values: No biological limit allocated.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance White, thixotropic paste.
Melting Point Not available
Boiling Point Not available
Solubility in Water Not available
Specific Gravity Not available
pH Value Not available
Vapour Pressure Not available
Not available
Vapour Density
(Air=1)
Flash Point Not available
Flammability Combustible substance. This product will burn if exposed to fire.
Not available
Flammable Limits -
Lower
Not available
Flammable Limits -
Upper
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability Stable under normal conditions.
Strong oxidising agents.
Incompatible
Materials
Hazardous Under fire conditions this product may emit toxic and/or irritating fumes
including carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Decomposition
Products
Will not occur.
Hazardous
Polymerization
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No toxicology data available for this product.
Toxicology
Information
Inhalation Inhalation of product vapours may cause irritation of the nose, throat and
respiratory system.
Ingestion Ingestion of this product may irritate the gastric tract causing nausea and
vomiting.
Skin Will cause redness, itching and irritation. This product may cause
sensitisation in some individuals.
Eye Will cause eye irritation, tearing, stinging, blurred vision, and redness.
Chronic Effects Prolonged or repeated skin contact may lead to allergic contact dermatitis and
sensitisation in some individuals.
Carcinogenicity It is important to recognise that chlorinated paraffin is classified as Group
2B according to International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC). Group 2B:
The agent (mixture) is possibly carcinogenic to humans. The exposure
circumstance entails exposures that are possibly carcinogenic to humans.
Material Safety Data Sheet
4 of 4
Page:
LPTA4 Issue Date : September 2005 ISSUED by PARCHEMC
Infosafe No.
Product Name : EMER-BAND ADHESIVE BASE
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecological Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic
environment.
Information
Ecotoxicity No data available for this specific product.
No data available for this specific product.
Persistence /
Degradability
Mobility No data available for this specific product.
Environ. Protection Prevent this material entering waterways, drains and sewers.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose of waste according to federal, EPA and state regulations.
Disposal
Considerations
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Transport This material is a Class 9 - Miscellaneous Dangerous Good according to The
Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail. These
Information
substances are incompatible in a placard load with any of the following:
- Class 1, Explosives (when the class 9 substance is a fire risk
substance),
- Class 5.1, Oxidizing agents (when the class 9 substance is a fire risk
substance), and
- Class 5.2, Organic peroxides (when the class 9 substance is a fire risk
substance).
U.N. Number 3082
Proper Shipping ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S. - (Contains
Epichlorohydrin, bisphenol A resin)
Name
DG Class 9
Hazchem Code 2X
Packaging Method 3.8.9
Packing Group III
EPG Number 9C1
IERG Number 47
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Poisons Schedule S5
Hazard Category Irritant,Dangerous for the environment
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Date of preparation MSDS review: September 2005
MSDS superseded: August 2004
or last revision of
MSDS
Contact Person/Point Technical Support: 1800 812 864
...End Of MSDS...
|