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Material Safety Data Sheet
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"ELVAX" RESINS ALL IN SYNONYM LIST VAX001
VAX001 Revised 12-JUN-2007
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CHEMICAL PRODUCT/COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
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Material Identification
"ELVAX" is a registered trademark of DuPont.
Corporate MSDS Number : DU007119
# Tradenames and Synonyms
"ELVAX" 155W-LGA,
"ELVAX" 220WA,
"ELVAX" 240A, 250A, 260A, 265A, 360A,
"ELVAX" 410-1, 410, 415, 420, 420A, 440, 450, 450A,
"ELVAX" 460, 460A, 460B, 460C, 460FW, 460M,
"ELVAX" 460NF, 460Q, 460R, 460Z, 460Z1, 462, 462A, 465A,
"ELVAX" 466, 466M,
"ELVAX" 470, 470A,
"ELVAX" 500W, 550, 550A, 560, 560A,
"ELVAX" 565, 650Q, 650QA, 660, 660A, 660B, 660V,
"ELVAX" 670, 670A, 670-1, 670-2,
"ELVAX" 750, 750A, 750E, 750Q, 750Z,
"ELVAX" 760, 760A, 760C, 760Q, 770, 770C, 770M, 880,
"ELVAX" 3120, 3120HS, 3121A, 3121A-1, 3122,
"ELVAX" 3124, 3124A, 3128, 3128A, 3128C, 3128HG,
"ELVAX" 3129, 3129-1, 3129-1A, 3129AR,
"ELVAX" 3130, 3130A, 3130SBZ, 3130SB,
"ELVAX" 3134Q, 3134QA, 3134SBZ,
"ELVAX" 3135B, 3135SB, 3135XA,
"ELVAX" 3135X, 3135X-1, 3135XS, 3135XZ,
"ELVAX" 3136, 3150, 3150A, 3152, 3155, 3165, 3165-1,
"ELVAX" 3165A, 3165D, 3165GH, 3165GS, 3165JR, 3165AR,
"ELVAX" 3165LG, 3165LG-A, 3165LGA, 3165VLGA,
"ELVAX" 3165SB, 3165Z, 3165Z-1,
"ELVAX" 3168, 3169, 3169Z, 3169Z-1,
"ELVAX" 3170, 3170A,
"ELVAX" 3170SHB, 3171SHB, 3172, 3172JR-A, 3173SHB,
"ELVAX" 3174, 3174A, 3174SHB, 3175LGA,
"ELVAX" 3176, 3176BF, 3176BFZ, 3176CW-2, 3176CW-3,
"ELVAX" 3176CW-2A, 3176CW-2B, 3176SB
"ELVAX" 3178, 3178Z, 3180A, 3182A,
"ELVAX" 3190A, 3190LGA,
"ELVAX" 3550SHB, 4036-2, 4036Z, 4036ZA, 89253,
"ELVAX" BR750, BR770, BR3128, BR3128LG, BR3170Z, BR4886,
"ELVAX" BR-V1010,
"ELVAX" CE9643, CE9742,
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"ELVAX" CE9747, CM4036,
"ELVAX" E-101728-2,
"ELVAX" EP1071, EP1188, EP1259,
"ELVAX" EP2288, EP-2288, EP3388, EP-3388,
"ELVAX" EP3136AC, EP4036-3, EP4058, EP4062-1,
"ELVAX" EP4062-3, EP4062-4, EP4062-5, EP4062-6,
"ELVAX" EP4062-7, EP4085, EP4090, EP4091,
"ELVAX" EP4112, EP4950, EP4969-5W,
"ELVAX" EP6449Q, ECO4971-7, ECO4971-8,
"ELVAX" F3135SB, PE3507-2, PE3508,
"ELVAX" IT1000, IT2000,
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-VINYL ACETATE COPOLYMER >99
PROCESS AIDS <1
VINYL ACETATE 108-05-4 <0.1
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
ADDITIONAL HEALTH EFFECTS
Before using "ELVAX" Resins, read the brochures on the safe
handling procedures.
ACUTE OR IMMEDIATE EFFECTS: ROUTES OF ENTRY AND SYMPTOMS
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INGESTION The oral LD-50 in rats using one type of "ELVAX" is in
excess of 1000 milligrams per kilogram of body weight. Two week
metabolic tests with dogs and rats showed that no significant
amount of polymer was retained by the animals. 90-day feeding
studies in rats showed that "ELVAX" resins have low toxicity.
Slight liver effects were seen in animals fed diets containing 10%
"ELVAX"; no effects were seen with diets containing 5% "ELVAX".
Overall, no important body systems or organ dysfunction occurred
at either dose level.
SKIN No data are available. However, based on experience with
handling these polymers, no unusual dermatitis hazard is expected
from routine handling. Molten polymer contacting the skin will
cause thermal burns.
EYE Mechanical irritation.
INHALATION Polymer is not respirable as marketed. At processing
temperatures above 204 degrees C, fumes irritating to the eye,
nose, and throat may be produced. Exposure may result in redness,
tearing, and itching in the eyes together with soreness in the
nose and throat with coughing.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE: None known.
Carcinogenicity Information
The following components are listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA or ACGIH as
carcinogens.
Material IARC NTP OSHA ACGIH
VINYL ACETATE 2B A3
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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
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In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water
for at least 15 minutes. Call a physician.
INGESTION
No specific intervention is indicated as compound is not likely to
be hazardous by ingestion. Consult a physician if necessary.
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FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
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Flammable Properties
Flash Point : 260 C (500 F) Cleveland
Method : open cup
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, vinyl acetate, acetic acid, carbon monoxide and
hydrocarbon oxidation products including organic acids,
aldehydes, acrolein, and alcohols, oxides of nitrogen.
Extinguishing Media
Water, Foam, Dry Chemical, CO2.
Fire Fighting Instructions
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
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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
Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container closed to prevent
contamination.
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EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
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Engineering Controls
VENTILATION Local ventilation must be used over processing
equipment to maintain vinyl acetate concentrations in air below
the PEL.
Use static controls. Static charges can build up and ignite dust
or solvent laden atmospheres.
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.
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. 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
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Exposure Limits
"ELVAX" RESINS ALL IN SYNONYM LIST VAX001
PEL (OSHA) : Particulates (Not Otherwise Regulated)
15 mg/m3, 8 Hr. TWA, total dust
5 mg/m3, 8 Hr. TWA, respirable dust
Other Applicable Exposure Limits
VINYL ACETATE
PEL (OSHA) : None Established
TLV (ACGIH) : 10 ppm, 35 mg/m3, 8 Hr. TWA, A3
STEL 15 ppm, 53 mg/m3, A3
AEL * (DuPont) : 10 ppm, 8 & 12 Hr. TWA
* 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 : Negligible
Solubility in Water : Negligible
Odor : Mild ester-like
Form : Pellets
Color : Translucent to white
Specific Gravity : 0.93-0.97
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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 230 degrees C for short residence times.
Temperatures above 204 degrees C for long residence times.
Incompatibility with Other Materials
Incompatible or can react with strong acids, oxidizing agents.
Decomposition
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS - vinyl acetate, acetic
acid, carbon monoxide, and, hydrocarbon oxidation products
including, organic acids, aldehdyes, acrolein, and,
alcohols, oxides of nitrogen.
Polymerization
Polymerization will not occur.
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TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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Animal Data
VINYL ACETATE
Inhalation 4 hour LC50: 4000 ppm in rats
Skin absorption LD50: 2335 mg/kg in rabbits
Oral LD50: 2920 mg/kg in rats
Vinyl Acetate is a slight skin and a severe eye irritant, and a
weak skin sensitizer in animals. No effects from repeated
exposure to Vinyl Acetate by inhalation were observed at 100 ppm
in rats. Exposure to higher concentrations of Vinyl Acetate by
inhalation caused eye irritation and lacrimation, reduced weight
gain, and irritation of the respiratory tract with breathing
difficulty. The effects observed in rats and mice exposed by
inhalation to 200 and 600 ppm for two years include reduced body
weight, and pathological changes in the nose and respiratory
tract. Nasal cavity tumors were observed in rats but not in mice.
Research on the mechanism of nasal tumor induction in rats
suggests that levels at which humans are likely to be exposed are
below the threshold for effects that contribute to tumor formation.
Vinyl Acetate is not a developmental toxin in animals. The effect
of Vinyl Acetate on reproduction in animals is not considered
significant. Genetic damage was produced in some types of cell
cultures and in animals, but was negative in other studies. No
tests for heritable genetic damage were available.
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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
Hazard Class : 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.
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DUPONT PACKAGING & INDUSTRIAL POLYMERS
Address : CHESTNUT RUN PLAZA 713
WILMINGTON, DE 19880-0713
Telephone : 302-999-4664
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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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