Material Safety Data Sheet
MSDS Number: 1975 - 3
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SECTION 1 MATERIAL/COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
EPON(TM) Resin 58003 (Formerly Epoxy Research Resin RSM-2575)
MATERIAL IDENTITY:
HEXION SPECIALTY CHEMICALS, INC., P. O. Box 4500, Houston, TX 77210, USA
COMPANY ADDRESS:
SECTION 2 COMPOSITION
COMPONENTS CAS# CONCENTRATION
Bisphenol F Epoxy Resin 28064-14-4 50- 60 %weight
Modified Bisphenol F Epoxy Resin 123209-73-4 40- 50 %weight
SECTION 3 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Appearance & Odor: Clear amber, viscous liquid. Mild odor.
Health Hazards: May cause allergic skin reaction.
Health Effects
Inhalation:
This material does not normally present an inhalation hazard, however, in applications where vapors (caused by
high temperature) or mists (caused by mixing) are created, breathing may cause a mild burning sensation in the
nose, throat and lungs.
Eye Contact:
May cause temporary discomfort or irritation to the eye.
Skin Contact:
May be slightly irritating to the skin. Repeated skin contact may result in an allergic skin reaction causing itching,
burning, redness and swelling.
Ingestion:
Not expected to be a relevant route of exposure. However, may be slightly toxic if swallowed.
SECTION 4 FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation:
Move victim to fresh air. If the victim has difficulty breathing or tightness of the chest, is dizzy, vomiting or
unresponsive, give 100% oxygen with rescue breathing or CPR as required and transport to the nearest medical
facility.
EPON(TM) Resin 58003 (Formerly Epoxy Research MSDS # 1975 Page of
Resin RSM-2575)
Eye:
Flush eyes with water while holding eyelids open. Rest eyes for 30 minutes. If redness, burning, blurred vision or
swelling persist, consult a physician.
Skin:
Flush exposed area with water and follow by washing with soap if available. If redness, swelling, pain and/or
blisters occur, transport to the nearest medical facility for additional treatment.
Ingestion:
DO NOT induce vomiting. Have victim rinse mouth out with water, then drink sips of water to remove taste from
mouth. In general no treatment is necessary unless large quantities are swallowed, however, get medical advice.
If vomiting occurs spontaneously, keep head below hips to prevent aspiration.
SECTION 5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
> 200潞F / > 93.33潞C
Flash Point:
Extinguishing Media:
Use water fog, 'alcohol foam', dry chemical or carbon dioxide (CO2) to extinguish flames.
Fire Fighting Instructions:
Material will not burn unless preheated. Clear fire area of all non-emergency personnel. Do not enter confined
fire space without full bunker gear (helmet with face shield, bunker coats, gloves and rubber boots), including a
positive pressure, NIOSH approved, self-contained breathing apparatus. Cool surrounding equipment, fire-
exposed containers and structures with water. Container areas exposed to direct flame contact should be cooled
with large quantities of water (500 gallons water per minute flame impingement exposure) to prevent weakening
of container structure.
SECTION 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
May burn although not readily ignitable.
Protective Measures:
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (refer to Section 8) when responding to spills.
Spill Management:
Use cautious judgment when cleaning up large spills. Shut off source of leak if safe to do so. Dike and contain
spill. Remove with vacuum trucks or pump to storage/salvage vessels. Soak up residue with an absorbent such
as clay, sand or other suitable material and dispose of properly. Flush area with water to remove trace residue.
Contain run-off from residue flush and dispose of properly. Place in container for proper disposal. Prevent entry
into waterways, sewer, basements or confined areas. Remove contaminated soil to remove contaminated trace
residues. Dispose of in same manner as material. For small spills: Soak up residue with an absorbent such as
clay, sand or other suitable material. Place in non-leaking container and seal tightly for proper disposal.
Disposal:
Proper disposal should be evaluated based on regulatory status of this material (refer to Section 13), potential
contamination from subsequent use and spillage, and regulations governing disposal in the local area.
Reporting:
Notify authorities if any exposures to the general public or environment occurs or is likely to occur.
SECTION 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE
Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with eyes, skin and clothing.
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Handling:
EPON(TM) Resin 58003 (Formerly Epoxy Research MSDS # 1975 Page of
Resin RSM-2575)
Heating this resin above 300潞 F in the presence of air may cause slow oxidative decomposition; above 500潞 F,
polymerization may occur. Some curing agents, e.g., aliphatic polyamines, can produce exothermic reactions
which in large masses can cause runaway polymerization and charring of the reactants. Fumes and vapors from
these thermal and chemical decompositions vary widely in composition and toxicity. Do not breathe fumes. Use
a NIOSH-approved respirator as required to prevent over exposure. In accord with 29 CFR 1910.134, use either
an atmosphere-supply respirator or an air-purifying respirator for organic vapors.
Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Wash with soap and water before eating, drinking, smoking, applying
cosmetics, or using toilet facilities. Launder contaminated clothing before reuse. Contaminated leather articles
including shoes cannot be decontaminated and should be destroyed to prevent reuse. Keep containers closed
when not in use. Store in a cool, dry place with adequate ventilation. Keep away from open flames and high
temperatures. Do not pressurize drum containers to empty.
Storage:
Keep containers closed when not in use.
Avoid contact with hot liquid to prevent thermal burns. Containers, even those that have been emptied, can
contain hazardous residues.
SECTION 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Controls
The level of protection and types of controls necessary will vary depending upon potential exposure conditions.
Appropriate measures include:
Adequate ventilation to control airborne concentrations. Eye washes and showers for emergency use.
Personal Protective Equipment
Personal protective equipment (PPE) selections vary based on potential exposure conditions such as handling
practices, concentration and ventilation. Information on the selection of eye, skin and respiratory protection for
use with this material is provided below.
Eye Protection:
Chemical goggles, if liquid contact is likely
Skin Protection:
Use protective clothing which is chemical resistant to this material. Selection of protective clothing depends on
potential exposure conditions and may include gloves, boots, suits and other items. The selection(s) should take
into account such factors as job task, type of exposure and durability requirements.
Respiratory Protection:
If engineering controls do not maintain airborne concentrations to a level which is adequate to protect worker
health, an approved respirator must be worn. Respirator selection, use and maintenance should be in
accordance with the requirements of the OSHA Respiratory Protection Standard, 29 CFR 1910.134.
Types of respirator(s) to be considered in the selection process include:
Air-Purifying Respirator for Organic Vapors, Supplied-Air Respirator, Self-Contained Breathing
Apparatus (SCBA) - for use in environments with unknown concentrations or emergency situations.
SECTION 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance & Odor: Clear amber, viscous liquid. Mild odor.
Flash Point Solubility (in Water)
> 200 掳F [Setaflash Negligible
Closed Cup]
EPON(TM) Resin 58003 (Formerly Epoxy Research MSDS # 1975 Page of
Resin RSM-2575)
Specific Gravity Stability
1.2 Stable
Vapor Density (Air=1) Vapor Pressure
>1 < 1 mmHg @ 20 掳C
SECTION 10 REACTIVITY AND STABILITY
Stability:
Material is stable under normal conditions.
Conditions to Avoid:
Avoid high temperatures. Avoid heat and open flames.
Materials to Avoid:
Can react vigourously with strong oxidizing agents, strong Lewis or mineral acids, and strong mineral and organic
bases, especially primary and secondary aliphatic amines. Reaction with some curing agents may produce
considerable heat.
SECTION 11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute Toxicity
Material Tested Effects Test Results
bis-Phenol F based phenolic resins Dermal - LD50 >3000 mg/kg (Rabbit)
bis-Phenol F based phenolic resins Oral - LD50 >4000 mg/kg (Rat)
Eye Irritation:
Minimally irritating [Rabbit] Material Tested - bis-Phenol F based phenolic resins
Skin Irritation:
No irritation [Rabbit] Material Tested - Phenol, polymer with formaldehyde, glycidyl ether
Carcinogenicity:
This product contains trace residual quantities of epichlorohydrin (ECH), CAS no. 106-89-8. It is very unlikely that
normal work practices with this product could result in measurable ECH concentrations in this workplace
atmosphere. Nevertheless, you should be aware that ECH has been reported to produce cancer in laboratory
animals and to produce mutagenic changes in bacteria and cultured human cells. It has been classified by the
International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) as a probable human carcinogen (IARC Group 2A) based
on the following conclusions: Human evidence - inadequate; animal evidence - sufficient. ECH has been
classified as an anticipated human carcinogen by the National Toxicology Program (NTP).
Mutagenicity:
A component of this material has been reported to show positive results in in vitro mutagenicity testing. This
component has also been reported to show negative results in in vivo mutagenicity testing.
SECTION 12 ENVIRONMENTAL FATE AND EFFECTS
This section will be updated as ecological reviews are completed.
SECTION 13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
General Recommendations:
If this material becomes a waste, it would not be a hazardous waste by RCRA criteria (40 CFR 261). Place in an
appropriate disposal facility in compliance with local regulations.
SECTION 14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
US Department of Transportation Classification:
EPON(TM) Resin 58003 (Formerly Epoxy Research MSDS # 1975 Page of
Resin RSM-2575)
This material is not subject to DOT regulations under 49 CFR Parts 171-180.
International Air Transportation Association Classification:
This material is not classified as hazardous under IATA regulations.
International Maritime Organization - IMDG:
This material is not classified as hazardous under IMDG regulations.
SECTION 15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
The regulatory information provided is not intended to be comprehensive. Other federal, state and local
regulations may apply to this material.
Federal Regulatory Status
Superfund Amendment & Reauthorization Act (SARA) Title III:
SARA Hazard Categories(311/312):
Immediate (Acute) Health Hazard. Delayed (Chronic) Health Hazard.
Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Inventory Status:
Component(s) of this material is(are) listed on the EPA TSCA Inventory of Chemical Substances.
State Regulatory Status
The following chemicals are specifically listed by individual states; other product specific health and safety data in
other sections of the MSDS may also be applicable for state requirements. For details on your regulatory
requirements you should contact the appropriate agency in your state.
California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act (Proposition 65):
Epichlorohydrin (106-89-8) < 50 ppm (m) CA_65 C/R
CA_65 C/R = The chemical identified with this code is known to the state of California to cause both cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
SECTION 16 OTHER INFORMATION
Revision#: 3
Revision Date: 07/01/05
Revisions since last change (discussion): Note: MSDS General assistance number has changed.
RA123
Product Codes:
The information contained herein is based on data considered accurate. However, no warranty is expressed or
implied regarding the accuracy of these data or the results to be obtained from the use thereof.
EPON(TM) Resin 58003 (Formerly Epoxy Research MSDS # 1975 Page of
Resin RSM-2575)
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