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Material Safety Data Sheet
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NEOPRENE SYNTHETIC RUBBER ALL IN SYNONYM LIST NEO009
NEO009 Revised 30-JUN-2007
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CHEMICAL PRODUCT/COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
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Tradenames and Synonyms
"NEOPRENE" AD, AD5, AD10, AD20, AD30, AD40, #
"NEOPRENE" ADG, ADQ15, ADQ55, AG, SND35, SND90, TRT,
"NEOPRENE" NPG-6856, NPG-9100, NPG-9101, NPG-9102,
"NEOPRENE" NPG-9103,
"NEOPRENE" TRT2, TW, TW-100, W, WB, WD, WHV, WHVA120,
"NEOPRENE" WHV-100, WHV-A, WK, WM-1, WM 1SP, WM-12,
"NEOPRENE" WRT, WRT M1, WRT M2, WX, WX-J,
Company Identification
MANUFACTURER/DISTRIBUTOR
DuPont Performance Elastomers L.L.C.
Bellevue Park Corporate Center
300 Bellevue Parkway
Wilmington, Delaware 19809
PHONE NUMBERS
Product Information : 1-800-441-7515 (outside the U.S.
302-774-1000)
Transport Emergency : CHEMTREC 1-800-424-9300(outside U.S.
703-527-3887)
Medical Emergency : 1-800-441-3637 (outside the U.S.
302-774-1139)
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COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
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Components
Material CAS Number %
TALC, CONTAINING NO ASBESTOS FIBERS 14807-96-6 <1
2-CHLORO-1,3-BUTADIENE POLYMERS & COPOLYMERS >98
WATER 7732-18-5 <1
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
Before using Neoprene Synthetic Rubbers, read Bulletin
"Guide for Safety in Handling and FDA Status of Neoprene
Solid Polymers".
ADDITIONAL HEALTH EFFECTS
POLYCHLOROPRENE
ACUTE OR IMMEDIATE EFFECTS: ROUTES OF ENTRY AND SYMPTOMS
INGESTION One type of Neoprene was tested for oral toxicity in
rats. The LD-50 is in excess of 20,000 milligrams per kilogram
body weight which is low toxicity. Other types of Neoprene are
predicted to have the same low toxicity. Ingestion is not a
probable route of exposure.
SKIN Patch tests were run with four types of Neoprene on human
volunteers. No skin reactions were shown. Results are predicted
to be similar for the types of Neoprene in this MSDS.
EYE Mechanical irritation only.
INHALATION At processing temperatures above 200 C (392 F), fumes
irritating to the eyes, nose, and throat may be produced. This
exposure may result in reddening, tearing, and itching of the eyes
and soreness in the nose and throat together with coughing.
CHRONIC EFFECT None are known.
TALC
Short-term over-exposure by inhalation to Talc may cause
irritation of the nose, throat and lungs with cough, difficulty
breathing or shortness of breath. Long-term over-exposure may
lead to chronic lung disease with impaired lung function and
abnormal chest x-rays.
Increased susceptibility to the effects of Talc may be observed in
persons with pre-existing disease of the lungs.
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 inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give
artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Call a physician.
SKIN CONTACT
The compound is not likely to be hazardous by skin contact but
cleansing the skin after use is advisable.
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.
INGESTION
Not a probable route. However, in case of accidental ingestion,
call a physician.
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FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
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Flammable Properties
Flash Point : >260 C (>500 F)
Method : Open cup
Fire and Explosion Hazards:
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS: Complete combustion gives hydrogen
chloride, carbon dioxide, sulfur dioxide and water. Incomplete
combustion gives in addition carbon monoxide, organic acids,
aldehydes, and alcohols.
Extinguishing Media
Water, Foam, Dry Chemical, CO2.
Fire Fighting Instructions
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus. 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
Recover undamaged and minimally contaminated material for reuse
and reclamation.
Scrape up spilled polymer. Contaminated surfaces can be cleaned
with a solvent.
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HANDLING AND STORAGE
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Storage
Store in a cool place. Keep container tightly closed.
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EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
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Engineering Controls
Use local ventilation to control fumes from hot processing.
Conveying or handling may cause static ignition hazard.
Static charges can cause explosions in solvent and dust
laden atmospheres. Refer to National Fire Protection
Association (NFPA) RP77 "Recommended Practice on Static
Electricity" for guidance in reducing fire hazards
associated with static electricity.
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
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(EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION - Continued)
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
Applicable Exposure Limits
TALC, CONTAINING NO ASBESTOS FIBERS
PEL (OSHA) : 20 mppcf (~3.3 mg/m3), respirable
as 8 Hr TWA
TLV (ACGIH) : 2 mg/m3, respirable dust, 8 Hr. TWA, A4
Notice of Intended Changes (2007)
1 mg/m3, 8 Hr. TWA, Respirable, A4
AEL * (DuPont) : 0.5 mg/m3, 8 & 12 Hr. TWA
respirable dust
* 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 : NA
% Volatiles : NA
Solubility in Water : Negligible
Odor : Mild characteristic
Form : chips
Color : Off white to tan
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 200 C (392 F) .
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Incompatibility with Other Materials
None reasonably foreseeable.
Decomposition
Hazardous gases or vapors can be released, including carbon
monoxide, hydrogen chloride (HCl), organic acids, aldehydes,
alcohols.
Polymerization
Polymerization will not occur.
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TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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Animal Data
TALC
Talc
Oral LD50: > 5000 mg/kg in rats
Inhalation 5 hour ALC: > 22 mg/L in rats
Long-term exposure by ingestion to Talc caused no significant
decrease in life span.
A single exposure by inhalation to high doses of Talc caused
irregular respiration and lacrimation but no evidence of an
inflammatory reaction. Repeated exposure caused no adverse
effects on survival or histological changes. Long-term exposure
in rats caused chronic inflammation, impaired pulmonary function
and histopathological changes of the lungs.
One lifetime inhalation study reports an increased incidence of
lung and adrenal tumors in rats exposed to Talc. The lung tumors
and chronic inflammation occured at dust levels which overwhelmed
the animals lung clearance mechanism and, therefore, are of
questionable biological relevance for man. The adrenal tumors are
unlikely to be a direct effect of Talc exposure and are of
questionable relevance. No increases in tumors were observed in
mice. Talc has not caused developmental toxicity in animals. No
animal data are available to define the reproductive toxicity of
Talc. Tests have shown that Talc does not cause genetic damage in
bacterial or mammalian cell cultures, or in animals. Animal data
indicate that Talc does not cause permanent genetic damage in
reproductive cells of mammals (does not cause heritable genetic
damage).
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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 : In compliance with TSCA Inventory
requirements for commercial purposes.
State Regulations (U.S.)
STATE RIGHT-TO-KNOW
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, with the exceptions indicated.
SUBSTANCES ON THE PENNSYLVANIA HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES LIST PRESENT
AT A CONCENTRATION OF 1 % OR MORE (0.01% FOR SPECIAL HAZARDOUS
SUBSTANCES)- Talc.
WARNING - SUBSTANCES KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE
CANCER, BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM- None known.
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(REGULATORY INFORMATION - Continued)
SUBSTANCES ON THE NEW JERSEY WORKPLACE HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE LIST
PRESENT AT A CONCENTRATION OF 1% OR MORE (O.1% FOR SUBSTANCES
IDENTIFIED AS CARCINOGENS, MUTAGENS OR TERATOGENS)- Talc.
Canadian Regulations
This is not a WHMIS Controlled Product.
CEPA Status:赂DSL: REPORTED/INCLUDED
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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 Performance Elastomers Medical
Application Policy (H-69237).
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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 : G. W. WORTHAM
Address : DuPont Performance Elastomers L.L.C.
CHESTNUT RUN PLAZA 713
WILMINGTON, DE 19880-0713
Telephone : 302-999-2319
# 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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