MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
SECTION I 鈥? Product/Company Information
Kwik-Cast
1.1 Product Trade Name:
1.2 Part (Item) Number:
1.3 Division Name: World Precision Instruments, Inc.
1.4 Address: 175 Sarasota Center Blvd.
Sarasota FL 34240-9258
1.5 Emergency Telephone Number: (941) 371-1003
1.6 Telephone Number for Information: (941) 371-1003
1.7 Date Prepared: 08/04/99 Date Revised: 08/03/03
SECTION II 鈥? Hazardous Ingredients/Identity Information
Hazardous Components OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV CAS # Percent
In Base and Catalyst Paste:
1.2 mg/m3 10 mg/m3
Silicon Dioxide (Amorphous ) 7631-86-9 5 鈥? 10 %
0.05 mg/m3 0.05 mg/m3
Silicon Dioxide (Crystalline) 14464-46-1 12 鈥? 18 %
Non-Hazardous Components
Vinyl dimethyl polydimethylsiloxane N. E. N. E. 68083-19-2 65 鈥? 70 %
In Base Paste only:
Polymethylhydrogen siloxane N. E. N. E. 68037-59-2 8 鈥? 13 %
Fluorescent organic dye N. E. N. E. 39277-28-6 less than 2 %
F D & C Blue # 1 N. E. N. E. 53026 鈥?57-6 less than 1 %
In Catalyst Paste only:
Fluorescent organic dye N. E. N. E. 39277-28-6 less than 2 %
Organo Platinum complex N. E. N. E. 68748-92-2 less than 1 %
SECTION III 鈥? Physical/Chemical Characteristics
>200oC 3.6 Specific Gravity: 1.1 g/cm3
3.1 Boiling point:
3.2 Vapor pressure: N.E. 3.7 Melting Point: N.E
3.3 Vapor density: N.A. 3.8 Evaporation rate: <1
3.4 Solubility in water: Not Soluble
3.5 Appearance and odor:Base paste is a blue colored paste with faint sweet odor. Catalyst paste is a bright yellow
colored paste with faint sweet odor.
SECTION IV 鈥? Fire and Explosion Hazard Data
> 415oF (Pensky Martin CC ASTM 093)
4.1 Flash point (method used):
4.2 Flammability (explosive limits): LEL: N.E. UEL: N.E.
4.3 Extinguishing media: Sand, foam, carbon dioxide, dry chemical.
4.4 Special fire fighting procedures: Fire fighter should wear full protective clothing including a self contained
breathing apparatus.
4.5 Unusual fire and explosion hazards: During a fire, irritating and/or toxic gasses from the decomposition of the
paste may be present.
SECTION V 鈥? Reactivity Data
5.1 Stability: Unstable: Stable: X
5.2 Conditions to avoid (stability): Heat greater than 60掳C (140 F)
5.3 Incompatibility (materials to avoid): Condensation silicones, tin and sulfur, amines and peroxides.
5.4 Hazardous decomposition or byproducts: N.E.
5.5 Hazardous polymerization: May occur: Will not occur: X
5.6 Conditions to avoid (polymerization): Extreme heat
SECTION VI - Health Hazard Data
6.1 Route(s) of entry: Inhalation?: No Skin?: Yes Ingestion?: Yes
6.2 Health hazards (acute and chronic): Contact with eyes and skin may cause irritation. In susceptible persons,
skin reactions may occur. This is short term and should go away after washing with soap and water.
6.3 Carcinogenicity: NTP?: Not listed IARC monographs?: Not listed OSHA Regulated?: No
All components of this product are in compliance with the inventory listing requirements of the U. S. Toxic
Substances Control Act (TSCA) Chemical Substance Inventory.
6.4 Signs and symptoms of exposure:Product may irritate the eyes and skin. Eye contact: irritation and possible
corneal damage. Skin contact: irritation or possible allergic response. Reddish rashes may be seen on the skin.
Ingestion: Low order of toxicity is expected when large amounts of material are ingested. Acute toxicology
study in rats LD50 >2,000mg/kg.
6.5 Medical conditions generally aggravated by exposure: Possible skin rashes.
6.6 Emergency first aid procedures: In case of eye contact, flush with flowing water for 15 minutes and get
medical attention. Skin: Flush with flowing water for 15 minutes, then wash area with mild soap and water.
Call physician. Ingestion: Consult a physician immediately.
SECTION VII 鈥? Precautions for Safe Handling and Use
7.1 Steps to be taken in case material
is released or spilled:Spread vermiculite on paste to absorb any resin. Scoop up and place in an appropriately
marked container.
7.2 Waste disposal methods:Dispose of in accordance with Federal, State and Local regulations.
7.3 Precautions to be taken in
handling and storage: Store away from food and beverages. Store away from extreme heat.
7.4 Other precautions: Observe normal warehouse handling procedures.
SECTION VIII 鈥? Control Measures
8.1 Respiratory protection: None required during normal use of this product.
8.2 Ventilation: Local exhaust recommended.
8.3 Protective gloves: Vinyl gloves. Latex or Rubber gloves may inhibit set.
8.4 Eye protection: Protective goggles.
8.5 Other protective clothing or equipment: Apron.
8.6 Work/Hygienic practices: Observe normal care when working with chemicals. Avoid eye and skin
contact, inhalation and ingestion. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using..
NFPA HAZARD
CLASSIFICATIONS
Health 0 NFPA - National Fire Protection Association
Flammability 1 N.A. - Not Applicable
Reactivity 0 N.E. - Not Established
Specific Hazard N. A.
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