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Material Safety Data Sheet
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"BIOMAX" RESINS ALL IN SYNONYM LIST BIOS001
BIOS001 Revised 9-AUG-2006
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CHEMICAL PRODUCT/COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
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Material Identification
"BIOMAX" is a registered trademark of DuPont.
Tradenames and Synonyms
"BIOMAX" STRONG 100
"BIOMAX" STRONG 120
"BIOMAX" STRONG 140 #
"BIOMAX" STRONG EP1076
"BIOMAX" STRONG XEP-1482
"BIOMAX" STRONG XEP-1483
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
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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
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Exposure Limits
"BIOMAX" RESINS ALL IN SYNONYM LIST BIOS001
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
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
* 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.
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Polymerization
Polymerization will not occur.
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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.
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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
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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