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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
SECTION 1 鈥? PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product identifier: PUR STICK
Chemical family: Mixture of phosphate, isocyanate and propellants.
Product use: Aerosolized, moisture curing, urethane foam used for sealing against passage of air, water, gases, dust,
fibers, sound, rodents, pests, radon and odors.
Manufacturer鈥檚 name and address: USA Distributor:
Hago Chemotechnik GmbH & Co. Todol Products Inc.
Bodensee Strasse 217 P.O. Box 398
D-81243 25 Washington Avenue
Munchen, Germany Natick, MA, U.S.A., 01760
Phone: 800-252-3818 (8 AM to 5 PM EST,
Monday to Friday)
24 Hour Emergency Tel.#: 800-535-5053 (Infotrac) : In the U.S. 鈥? (800) 535-5053; Internationally 鈥? (352) 323-3500
SECTION 2 鈥? COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredients CAS # % ACGIH OSHA
(weight) TLV - TWA PEL
Tris (2-chlorisopropyl) phosphate 13674-84- 10 鈥? 25 N/Av N/Av
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Polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate (PMPPI) 9016-87-9 2.5 鈥? 10 *0.005 ppm *0.02 ppm
(Ceiling)
1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane 811-97-2 2.5 鈥? 15 1000 ppm (AIHA N/Av
WEEL)
Isobutane 75-28-5 2.5 鈥? 10 *1000 ppm N/Av
Propane 74-98-6 2.5 鈥? 10 *1000 ppm 1000 ppm
Dimethyl ether 115-10-6 2.5 - 10 1000 ppm (AIHA N/Av
WEEL)
*Notes: The ACGIH TLV鈥檚 listed above for Isobutane and Propane are for 鈥楢liphatic hydrocarbon gases鈥?. The ACGIH
TLV and OSHA PEL listed above for Polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate (PMPPI) are for 鈥楳ethylene bisphenyl
isocyanate (MDI)鈥?, one of the main components of PMPPI.
This material is classified as hazardous under OSHA regulations (29CFR 1910.1200).
SECTION 3 鈥? HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Light yellow, aerosolized viscous liquid, which becomes a foam upon release from the container.
Weak, characteristic, earthy / musty odor.
Danger! Flammable aerosol. Contents under pressure. Container will explode if heated. Reacts slowly with water.
May polymerize if heated to high temperatures or if exposed to incompatible materials. Poison. Harmful or fatal if inhaled.
Can cause lung injury. Inhalation could cause headache, nausea, dizziness or other central nervous system. May cause
respiratory tract irritation. May cause skin and eye irritation. May cause severe allergic skin and respiratory sensitization.
***POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS***
Target organs: Eyes, skin, respiratory system, digestive system, central nervous system.
Routes of exposure: Skin contact, eye contact, inhalation.
Signs and symptoms of short-term (acute) exposure:
Inhalation: Inhalation of vapors may cause coughing, shortness of breath, headache and dizziness. In confined or poorly
ventilated areas where the vapor concentration is very high, product may act as an asphyxiant and cause increased
breathing and pulse rates, fatigue, nausea, vomiting and unconsciousness. If mists are formed, may cause nasal and
respiratory tract irritation. Symptoms may include sore throat, runny nose, wheezing and chest pain. If higher
concentrations of mists are inhaled, could result in lung inflammation, bronchitis and pulmonary edema (fluid
accumulation).
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SECTION 3 鈥? HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Continued
Signs and symptoms of short-term (acute) exposure (continued):
Skin: Direct skin contact may cause mild irritation, skin discoloration (staining) and hardening. If product is
sprayed directly onto the skin, symptoms of frostbite may be experienced including numbness, prickling and
itching.
Eyes: Direct eye contact may cause mild irritation. Symptoms may include redness and tearing. Direct contact could
also cause freezing of the eye.
Ingestion: Ingestion may cause irritation and / or corrosive damage in the mouth, throat and stomach. Symptoms
may include abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting.
Chronic effects: Repeated or prolonged inhalation of very low levels, may result in severe and permanent respiratory
impairment.
Conditions aggravated by exposure: May aggravate pre-existing eye, skin and respiratory disorders.
Carcinogenic status: See TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION, Section 11.
Additional health hazards: Possible severe sensitizer. For further information, see TOXICOLOGICAL
INFORMATION, Section 11.
Potential environmental effects: See ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION (Section 12).
SECTION 4 鈥? FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation: Immediately remove person to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, oxygen may be administered by qualified
personnel. Obtain medical attention immediately.
Skin contact: Immediately remove contaminated clothing. Wash skin with mild soap and water. Some mild solvents
such as mineral spirits, paint thinner, acetone (e.g. Pur Clean) or nail polish remover may help in removing
uncured foam. Follow all recommended precautions when using these types of solvents. Obtain medical attention
immediately. Launder clothing before reuse.
Eye contact: Immediately flush eyes with running water for a minimum of 20 minutes. Obtain medical attention
immediately.
Ingestion: If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting. Have victim drink one glass of water, to dilute material in
stomach. Obtain medical attention immediately. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious or convulsing
person.
Note to Physicians: Asthmatic-like symptoms, if manifested, may develop immediately, or be delayed for up to
several hours. Following severe exposure, medical follow-up should be monitored for at least 48 hours.
SECTION 5 鈥? FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Fire hazards/conditions of flammability: Flammable aerosol. Cured foam will burn if in contact with direct flame,
but is self-extinguishing. Product may react vigorously with water at temperatures above 122oF (50oC). Closed
containers are contained under pressure and will explode if exposed to excess heat or flame.
Flammability classification (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200): Flammable aerosol.
Flammability test (ASTM E 84): Flame spread index = 25; Smoke density = 210.
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Flash point (Method): N/Av Auto-ignition temperature: > 446 F (propellant)
Lower flammable limit (% by vol.): 1.5 (propellant) Upper flammable limit (% by vol.): 18.6 (propellant)
Explosion data: Sensitivity to mechanical impact / static discharge: Not expected to be sensitive.
Oxidizing properties: None known.
Suitable extinguishing media: Use foam, carbon dioxide, dry chemical or water fog. If foam from product has been
released, use water with caution since the reaction with water can be vigorous at higher temperatures.
Special fire-fighting procedures/equipment: Do not enter fire area without proper protection. Firefighters should
wear proper protective equipment and self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece. Shield personnel to
protect from venting, rupturing or bursting cans. Move containers from fire area if it can be done without risk.
Water spray may be useful in cooling equipment exposed to heat and flame.
Hazardous combustion products: Carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides, hydrogen cyanide, phosphorous oxides, hydrogen
chloride, hydrogen fluoride, hydrofluoric acid and other irritating fumes and smoke.
SECTION 6 鈥? ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions: Restrict access to area until completion of clean-up. Ensure clean-up is conducted by trained
personnel only. All persons dealing with clean-up should wear the appropriate chemically protective equipment.
Keep all other personnel upwind and away from the spill/release. Refer to Section 8, EXPOSURE CONTROLS
AND PERSONAL PROTECTION, for additional information on acceptable personal protective equipment.
Environmental precautions: Ensure spilled product does not enter drains, sewers, waterways or confined spaces.
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SECTION 6 鈥? ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Continued
Spill response/Cleanup: Eliminate all sources of heat, sparks and flame. Increase ventilation in area of release
to prevent the build-up of flammable atmospheres. Stop leak if you can do so without risk. Allow released
foam to cure and solidify. Shovel or scape up cured foam and place into suitable, labeled containers for
later disposal. If liquid concentrate is released, contain and absorb any spilled liquid concentrate with inert,
non-combustible absorbent material (e.g. sand). Then place absorbent material into a suitable, labeled
container for later disposal (see Section 13). Contaminated absorbent material may pose the same hazards
as the spilled product. Notify the appropriate authorities as required.
Prohibited materials: None known.
Special spill response procedures: If a spill/release in excess of EPA reportable quantity is made into the
environment, immediately notify the national response center in the United States (phone: 1-800-424-
8002).
EPA/CERCLA Reportable quantity (RQ): None reported
SECTION 7 鈥? HANDLING AND STORAGE
Safe handling procedures: This material is a flammable, toxic aerosol. Medical supervision of employees who
come into contact with respiratory sensitizers is recommended. Persons with asthmatic-type conditions,
chronic bronchitis, other chronic respiratory diseases or recurrent skin eczema or sensitization should be
excluded from working with this product. Once a person is sensitized, no further exposure to the material
that caused the sensitization should be permitted. Wear protective equipment during handling. Use in a well
ventilated area. Stand upwind of all foaming operations. Keep away from sources of heat, direct flame or
other ignition sources. Avoid moist conditions, until the product is used. Do not puncture or incinerate
containers. Avoid generating high concentrations of vapours or mists. Avoid contact with eyes, skin or
clothing. Keep container closed when not in use. Wash hands before eating, drinking, smoking or use of
toilet facilities. Launder contaminated clothing before reuse.
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Storage requirements: Store out of reach and away from children. Store in a cool (64 - 72 F), dry, well-
ventilated area away from sources of heat, ignition and sunlight. Never store the product in direct sunlight,
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or at temperatures exceeding 120 F. Keep away from incompatible materials (see Section 10). Inspect
containers periodically for damage or leaks. No smoking in the area. Storage area should be clearly
identified, clear of obstruction and accessible only to trained and authorized personnel.
Special packaging materials: Always keep in containers made of the same materials as the supply container.
SECTION 8 鈥? EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION
Ventilation and engineering controls: Use in well-ventilated areas only. Provide suitable ventilation to
maintain air contaminants below exposure limits.
Respiratory protection: Respiratory protection is required if the airborne concentration exceeds exposure
limits. When concentrations exceed the exposure limits specified, use NIOSH/MSHA-approved air-
purifying respirators. Advice should be sought from respiratory protection specialists.
Skin protection and other protective equipment: Protective gloves impervious to the material must be worn
during use. Confirmation of what type of material is most suitable for the intended application, should be
obtained from glove suppliers. Additional impervious protective clothing is recommended to prevent skin
contact. An eyewash station and safety shower should be made available in the immediate working area.
Eye / face protection: Use chemical splash goggles. Contact lenses should not be worn.
General hygiene considerations: Do not inhale vapors and mists. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing.
Do not eat, drink or smoke when working. Upon completion of work, wash hands before eating, drinking,
smoking or use of toilet facilities. Remove soiled clothing and wash it thoroughly before reuse. Do not
allow work clothing to be removed from the workplace.
Permissible exposure levels: For individual ingredient exposure levels, see Section 2.
SECTION 9 鈥? PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical state, odor and appearance: Light yellow, aerosolized viscous liquid, which becomes a foam upon
release from the container. Weak, characteristic earthy, musty odor.
Specific gravity: ~ 1.1
Solubility in water: Not miscible. Volatiles (% by weight): N/Av
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Vapor pressure: 79.8 鈥? 87 psi @ 68 F. Vapor density (Air = 1): N/Av
Boiling point: N/Av Freezing point: N/Av
Evaporation rate (n-Butyl acetate = 1): N/Av pH: N/Av
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SECTION 10 鈥? REACTIVITY AND STABILITY DATA
Stability and reactivity: Stable under the recommended storage and handling conditions. May polymerize
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if heated above 122 F (50 C). Reacts slowly with water at normal temperatures. Reaction is more
vigorous at higher temperatures.
Hazardous polymerization: Uncontrolled, exothermic polymerization may occur on contact with
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incompatible materials or when exposed to temperatures exceeding 347 鈥? 399 F (175 鈥? 204 C).
Conditions to avoid: Heat, open flame, other sources of ignition and direct sunlight.
Materials to avoid (incompatibles): Bases (e.g. Sodium hydroxide, Potassium acetate), amines, alcohols,
acids, amides, some metal compounds, phenols, water and other materials.
Hazardous decomposition products: 4,4-Methylene dianiline is formed as an intermediate product in the
reaction with water. Refer also to 鈥楬azardous Combustion products鈥?, Section 5.
SECTION 11 鈥? TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxicological data: There is no available data for the product itself, only for the ingredients. See below for
individual ingredient acute toxicity data.
Ingredients LC (4hr) LD (mg/kg)
50 50
inh, rat oral, rat dermal, rabbit
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Tris (2-chlorisopropyl) phosphate 1500 > 2000
5000 mg/m
3
Polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate (PMPPI) > 10,000 > 5000
490 mg/m
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1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane N/Ap N/Ap
1500 g/m
Isobutane N/Av N/Ap N/Ap
Propane N/Av N/Ap N/Ap
Dimethyl ether N/Av N/Ap N/Ap
Carcinogenicity: None of the ingredients listed are classified by IARC, ACGIH, NTP or OSHA as
carcinogenic.
Reproductive effects, Teratogenicity, Mutagenicity: None known.
Sensitization to material: May cause severe respiratory sensitization with asthmatic symptoms such as
wheezing and chest tightness. May cause severe skin sensitization with allergic contact dermatitis
symptoms such as swelling, rash and eczema.
Other important hazards: CNS depression may result from exposure.
Synergistic materials: Not available.
SECTION 12 鈥? ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicological information: The ecological characteristics of this product have not been fully
investigated. The product should not be allowed to enter drains or water courses or be deposited
where it can affect ground or surface waters. Do not discharge product unmonitored into the
environment. Insoluble in water, and will react with water to produce carbon dioxide, and inert,
non-biodegradable solids.
Chemical fate information: There is no data available on the product itself.
SECTION 13 鈥? DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Handling for disposal: Empty containers may contain product residue or vapors. Do not puncture or
incinerate empty containers. Handle according to recommendations listed in Section 7.
Methods of disposal: Dispose in accordance with all applicable federal, state, provincial and/or local
regulations. Contact your local, state, provincial and/or federal environmental agency for specific
rules.
RCRA: If this product, as supplied, becomes a waste, it may meet the criteria of a hazardous waste as
defined under RCRA, Title 40 CFR 261. Under the RCRA, it is the responsibility of the waste
generator to determine the proper waste identification and disposal method. For disposal of unused or
waste material, check with local, state and federal environmental agencies.
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SECTION 14 鈥? TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
US 49 CFR information:
Proper Shipping Name: Aerosols
Hazard Class - Primary: 2.1
Identification No.: UN1950
Packing Group: Not applicable
Label Codes: 2.1
RQ LBS: None.
RQ Components: None.
Marine Pollutant: None.
Special Transportation Notes: For shipments by ground within the United States, the Limited Quantity or
Consumer commodity exceptions may apply. Under the US 49 CFR, refer to Sections 173.306 and
173.307 for additional exception requirements.
SECTION 15 鈥? REGULATORY INFORMATION
US Federal Information:
TSCA information: All ingredients are listed on the TSCA inventory.
CERCLA Reportable Quantity (RQ) (40 CFR 117.302): None reported.
SARA TITLE III:
Sec. 302, Extremely Hazardous Substances, 40 CFR 355: No Extremely Hazardous Substances are
present.
Sec. 311 and 312, MSDS Requirements, 40 CFR 370 Hazard Classes: Immediate (Acute);
Delayed (Chronic); Fire Hazard; Pressure Hazard. Under SARA Sections 311 and 312, the
EPA has established threshold quantities for the reporting of hazardous chemicals. The
current thresholds for extremely hazardous substances are 500 pounds or the individual
chemical鈥檚 threshold planning quantity (TPQ), whichever is lower; and 10,000 pounds for all
other hazardous chemicals.
Sec. 313, Toxic Chemicals Notification, 40 CFR 372: This material may be subject to SARA
notification requirements, since it contains Polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate, a Toxic
Chemical constituent above its de minimus concentration.
US State Right to Know Laws:
California Proposition 65: To the best of our knowledge, this product does not contain any chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer or reproductive harm.
New Jersey Labeling Requirements: This product contains the following substances that may be required
to be disclosed on product labeling:
Chemical Name CAS # % (weight) New Jersey Hazardous
Substance
No
Tris (2-chlorisopropyl) phosphate 13674-84-5 10 鈥? 25
Yes
Polymethylene polyphenyl isocyanate (PMPPI) 9016-87-9 2.5 鈥? 10
No
1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane 811-97-2 2.5 鈥? 15
Yes
Isobutane 75-28-5 2.5 鈥? 10
Yes
Propane 74-98-6 2.5 鈥? 10
Yes
Dimethyl ether 115-10-6 2.5 - 10
International Information:
Canadian WHMIS Classification: Class A (Compressed gas); Class B5 (Flammable aerosols); Class
D1A (Materials Causing Immediate and Serious Toxic Effects, Very Toxic Material), Class D2A
(Materials Causing Other Toxic Effects, Very Toxic Material), Class D2B (Materials Causing
Other Toxic Effects, Toxic Material).
Canadian CEPA information: All ingredients are present on the DSL.
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SECTION 16 鈥? OTHER INFORMATION
HMI-ES Rating:
0 - Insignificant 1 - Slight 2 - Moderate 3 - High 4 鈥? Extreme * - Chronic Hazard
Health: *3 Flammability: 3 Reactivity: 1
Legend: ACGIH: American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
CAS: Chemical Abstract Services
CERCLA: Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act of 1980
CFR: Code of Federal Regulations
DOT: Department of Transportation
DSL: Domestic Substances List
EPA: Environmental Protection Agency
HSDB: Hazardous Substances Data Bank
IARC: International Agency for Research on Cancer
N/Ap: not applicable
N/Av: not available
NIOSH: National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health
NTP: National Toxicology Program
OSHA: Occupational Safety and Health Administration
PEL: Permissible Exposure Limit
RCRA: Resource Conservation and Recovery Act
SARA: Superfund Amendments & Reauthorization Act
TLV: Threshold Limit Values
TSCA: Toxic Substance Control Act
WHMIS: Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
References: 1. ACGIH, Threshold Limit Values and Biological Exposure Indices for 2006.
2. International Agency for Research on Cancer Monographs, 2006.
3. Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety, CCInfoWeb databases, 2006
(Chempendium, HSDB and RTECs).
4. US EPA Title III List of Lists 鈥? January 27, 2005 version.
5. California Proposition 65 List 鈥? September 29, 2006 version.
Prepared by: Todol Products Inc.
Telephone No. 800-252-3818
Preparation date: October 24, 2006.
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