POLISHING PASTE 16
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA
(cream)
SHEET
EEC Standard 91/155
Date of issue: 1.1.05 1.1.05
SECTION 1 IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE AND OF THE COMPANY
Identification of the substance: Common name: PASTE 16
Company identification: Menzerna-Werk Menzerna USA
Industriestra脽e 25 213 Airport Executive Park
76468 脰tigheim Germany Nanuet, NY 10954
SECTION 2 INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical identification: Oxides of Aluminium and Silicon bound with different
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fats, hydrocarbons and waxes
Hazardous ingredients: This product does not contain any hazardous
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ingredients. If employed for its intended usage, no
health damage is expected.
SECTION 3 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Human hazards: No significant adverse health effects are to be
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expected from either single or repeated exposures,
provided that dust and vapour inhalation is controlled
and eye protection is guaranteed (see section 8).
Environmental hazards: No significant hazards are expected because low
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solubility leads to no biological interaction. Large
aquatic discharges may lead to localized adverse
effects on aquatic organisms due to physical effects.
SECTION 4 FIRST AID MEASURES
Skin: In case of sustained skin irritation obtain medical advice
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Eyes: Rinse with plenty of water for 10 minutes
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Ingestion: Wash out mouth thoroughly with water
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Do not cause vomiting without medical advice
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Obtain medical advice
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SECTION 5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing media: Vaporised water
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Powder
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Foam
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CO2
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Special fire fighting procedures: Not necessary
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SECTION 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Methods for cleaning up: Shovel up immediately into labelled containers for
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disposal or recycling to prevent accidents caused by
slippery surfaces
SECTION 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling: Use suitable tools for handling and transport of heavy
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units
Measures against fire and explosion: Do not store near open fire
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Storage Do not store at temperatures > 30掳C (86掳F)
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SECTION 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
General: When handling all polishing materials, observe good
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standards of industrial hygiene
Personal protection:
Respiratory protection: Control occupational exposure by local exhaust
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ventilation
Eye protection: Use goggles while working on polishing disks to avoid
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eye discomfort from physical effects
SECTION 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance: viscous/creamy
Colour: White
Odour: Specific
Melting point: > 104 掳C
Boiling point: > 300 掳C
Flashpoint: > 300 掳C
Relative density: > 1,3 kg/l
Solubility: Insoluble in water
Solvents: 13% Fluid Hydrocarbons
7-9
pH:
SECTION 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Conditions to avoid: This product is stable. Under normal circumstances no
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hazardous reactions are anticipated
Materials to avoid: None known
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Hazardous decomposition products: Incomplete combustion will produce smoke and CO.
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SECTION 11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Routes of entry:
Ingestion: Ingestion of small quantities will not lead to adverse
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health effects. Larger Quantities may cause sickness
and diarrhoea
Inhalation: Inhalation of decomposition products like vapour or
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smoke may cause adverse health effects
Skin and Eyes: This product is abrasive. Prolonged contact may cause
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temporary skin and eye irritation
SECTION 12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
This product is not soluble in water. It is also incapable of being further oxidized. If present in small
amounts in water these substances are unlikely to present a threat to aquatic life.
SECTION 13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
For disposal of non-recoverable spillages or waste, local regulations should be consulted and waste
should be disposed only through licensed waste material handling companies or incinerating plants.
SECTION 14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
No restrictions, classified as non-dangerous cargo. Keep away from foodstuffs
SECTION 15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
Dangerous Substances Directive Not classified as dangerous
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67/548/EEC:
Dangerous Preparations Directive Not classified as dangerous
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88/379/EEC:
SECTION 16 OTHER INFORMATION
The purpose of this safety sheet is to describe the products in terms of health and safety and not
as a product specification, guaranteeing their properties.
The information on this Data Sheet is accurate to the best of our knowledge as to the proper use
and handling of this product under normal conditions. Any use of the product which is not in
conformance with this Data Sheet or which involves using the product in combination with other
products or any other process is the responsibility of the user.
Menzerna makes no warranty, either express or implied, with respect to the completeness or
continuing accuracy of the information contained herein and disclaims all liability for reliance
thereon.
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