Material Safety Data Sheet # 305
Hercules Chemical Company Inc.
111 South Street
Passaic NJ 07055-7398
Information Telephone: 1-800 221-9330
Internet: www.herchem.com
Transport Symbol
NFPA HMIS PPE
Preparation 7/16/08 Revision Date 8/5/08 Revision Number 1
1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product Identity: Megaloc
Intended Use: Multi-purpose thread sealant.
Manufacturer: Hercules Chemical Company, Inc. Information Telephone: (800) 221-9330
111 South Street
Passaic, New Jersey 07055-7398 Internet: http://www.herchem.com
Emergency Phone: CHEMTREC: (800) 424-9300
MSDS Date of Preparation: 07/16/08
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
This product is a blue paste with no odor.
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
May cause mild eye irritation.
May cause mild skin irritation on prolonged contact.
Prolonged inhalation of dusts from dried product may cause lung damage.
Ingestion: Swallowing may cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
Inhalation: Inhalation is not a normal route of exposure for this product. Inhalation of dusts from dried product may cause
irritation of the nose throat and upper respiratory tract.
Eye: May cause mild irritation or discomfort.
Skin: Prolonged contact may cause mild irritation.
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Component CAS No. Amount
Petroleum oil 64742-58-1, 64742-62-7, 64742-57-0, 64742-62-7 30-60%
Talc 14807-96-6 10-30%
Kaolin 1332-58-7 10-30%
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Titanium Dioxide 13463-67-7 1-5%
Silica, amorphous, fumed 112945-52-5 0.5-1.5%
Poly (P-phenylenediamine terephthalamide) 26125-61-1 1-5%
Non-Hazardous Ingredients Mixture 10-30%
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Eye: Flush victim鈥檚 eyes with large quantities of water, holding the eyelids apart. Get medical attention if irritation
persists.
Skin: No first aid is required. Wash with soap and water after use.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Get immediate medical attention.
Inhalation: No first aid is required. Inhalation is not a normal route of exposure for this product.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flashpoint: Not applicable
Flammable Limits: Not applicable
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable
Extinguishing Media: Use water fog or spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical or foam.
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: Not classified as flammable or combustible but will burn under fire conditions.
Special Fire-Fighting Instructions: Firefighters should wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus and full
protective clothing.
Hazardous Combustion Products: Burning may produce carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide and unidentified
hydrocarbons.
Explosion Data (sensitivity to mechanical impact or static discharge): None known.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Collect with inert absorbent and place in container for disposal. Report releases as required by local, provincial and federal
authorities.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling: Avoid contact with the eyes. Keep containers closed when not in use.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry area.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Guidelines:
Petroleum Oil 5 mg/m3 ACGIH TLV (as oil mist)
Talc 2 mg/m3 ACGIH TLV (respirable dust)
Kaolin 2 mg/m3 ACGIH TLV (respirable dust)
Titanium Dioxide 10 mg/m3 ACGIH TLV
Silica, amorphous, fumed 2 mg/m3 ACGIH TLV
Poly (P-phenylelediamine terephthalamide) 5 mg/m3 Dupont AEL & AIHA WEEL (total dust)
Non-Hazardous Ingredients None Established
Engineering Controls: None required for normal use.
Respiratory Protection: None normally needed.
Skin Protection: None normally required. Rubber gloves can be worn to prevent prolonged contact.
Eye Protection: Safety glasses recommended where contact is possible.
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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance And Odor: Blue paste with no odor.
Physical State: Paste Boiling Point: Not applicable
Vapor Density: Not applicable Vapor Pressure: Not applicable
Solubility In Water: Insoluble Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Specific Gravity: 1.2 pH: Not determined
Melting Point: Not applicable Octanol/Water Coefficient: Not determined
VOC Content: None
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable under normal storage and handling conditions.
Incompatibility: Avoid direct contact with open flames.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Burning may produce carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide and unidentified
hydrocarbons.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
HEALTH HAZARDS:
Ingestion: Swallowing may cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
Inhalation: Inhalation is not a normal route of exposure for this product. Inhalation of dusts from dried product may cause
irritation of the nose throat and upper respiratory tract.
Eye: May cause mild irritation or discomfort.
Skin: Prolonged contact may cause mild irritation.
Sensitization: None expected.
Chronic: Prolonged inhalation of dusts from dried product may cause lung damage.
Carcinogenicity: None of the components is listed as a carcinogen or suspected carcinogen by IARC, NTP or OSHA.
Mutagenicity: None known.
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: None known.
Acute Toxicity Values: Not determined.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No data available for product.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose in accordance with local, state and federal environmental regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Transportation of Dangerous Goods Description:
Proper Shipping Name: Not regulated for transport
UN Number: None
Hazard Class/Packing Group: None
Labels Required: None
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15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Inventory Status.
TSCA: Complies
DSL: Complies
U.S. Federal Regulations
SARA 313.
Section 313 of Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA). This product does not
contain any chemicals which are subject to the reporting requirements of the Act and Title 40 of the Code of Federal
Regulations, Part 372.
SARA 311/312 Hazard Categories
Acute Health Hazard Yes
Chronic Health Hazard Yes
Fire Hazard No
Sudden Release of Pressure Hazard No
Reactive Hazard No
U.S. State Right-to-Know Regulations
Chemical Name Massachusetts New Jersey Pennsylvania
Amorphous Silica X X
Hydroxide
Talc x x x
Kaolin x x
Titanium Dioxide x x x
California Proposition 65
This product contains no chemicals requiring reporting under Proposition 65.
This product has been classified under the CPR and this MSDS discloses information elements required by the CPR.
Canadian WHMIS Classification: Class D-2-B
Canadian CEPA: All the components of this product are listed on the Canadian DSL.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
NFPA Rating: Health = 0 Fire = 1 Reactivity = 0
HMIS Rating: Health = 0 Fire = 0 Reactivity = 0
Disclaimer
The information provided on this MSDS is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its
publication. The information given is designed only as a guide for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation,
disposal and release and is not to be considered as a warranty or quality specification. The information relates only to the
specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other material or in any
process, unless specified in the text.
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