EMS CATALOG NO: 19216
EMS PRODUCT: Paraplast, Plus
DATE: 05/27/2001
PAGE NUMBER: One of 7
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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.
Electron Microscopy Sciences assumes no responsibility for
personal injury or property damage to vendees, users or
third parties caused by the material. Such vendees or users
assume all risks associated with the use of the material.
ELECTRON MICROSCOPY SCIENCES
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NUMBER
(215) 646-1566 CHEMTREC: (800) 424-9300
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FOR PRODUCT AND SALES INFORMATION
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CONTACT ELECTRON MICROSCOPY SCIENCES OFFICE ABOVE.
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PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
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Paraplast, Plus
PRODUCT NAME:
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COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
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INGREDIENT NAME SYNONYMS CAS NO.
% WEIGHT
Paraffin Paraffin wax 8002-74-2 >98
Polyisobutylene 2-Methylpropene Polymer 9003-27-4 <1
Dimethylsulfoxide DMSO 67-68-5 <1
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HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
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EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
This product is supplied as waxy pellets with a garlic odor. It
contains primarily paraffin (>98%), which is not expected to
present any physical or environmental concerns for emergency
personnel. The acute health effects associated with paraffin
include skin and eye irritation.
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS:
The health effects described below represent the effects associated
with paraffin.
ACUTE EFFECTS:
INHALATION: Inhalation of paraffin wax fumes (for example, when the
wax is heated) may irritate the eyes, nose, and throat.
INGESTION: The product is not expected to present a hazard from
ingestion. No data were available on the health effects
of paraffin from this route of exposure.
SKIN: May cause mild skin irritation.
EYE: May cause mild eye irritation.
TARGET ORGAN EFFECTS (SUBCHRONIC/CHRONIC):
Chronic exposure may cause dermatitis with irritation and rash.
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS:
No human or animal data were available on the carcinogenic effects
following oral or inhalation exposure. However, when implanted in experimental ani-
mals, paraffin caused tumors of the bladder and of the respiratory system.
REPRODUCTIVE/TERATOGENIC EFFECTS:
No human or animal data were available for the product.
CARCINOGENICITY STATUS: Paraffin is not listed as a carcinogen by IARC,
NTP, OR OSHA.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE:
No data are available on the medical conditions aggravated by
exposure to paraffin.
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FIRST AID MEASURES
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INHALATION:
Remove exposed subject to fresh air. If not breathing, perform
artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, administer
oxygen (by trained personnel only). Keep subject warm. Get
immediate medical attention.
INGESTION:
If swallowed, Do NOT induce vomiting. If the subject is conscious, give
them 1 or 2 glasses of water to dilute the chemical. Call a physician or poison control
center immediately.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If the victim is
unconscious, keep their airway open and lay the victim on their side with the head lower
than the body. Get immediate medical attention.
SKIN:
Remove and isolate contaminated clothing. Wash skin with soap and
flush thoroughly with plenty of water. Obtain medical attention if
irritation develops, or other symptoms occur. Clean contaminated
clothing before reuse, or dispose of properly.
EYE:
First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present.
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water or normal saline for at
least 15 minutes while holding eyelids open. If symptoms such as
redness or irritation develop or persist, get immediate medical
attention. Do not put any medication in the victim's eyes unless
instructed by a physician.
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FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
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390oF (199oC)
FLASH POINT:
METHOD: Closed Cup
473oF (245oC) (for 100% paraffin).
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE:
FLAMMABILITY LIMITS:
LOWER LIMIT: No data available.
UPPER LIMIT: No data available.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS:
Fires of paraffin wax may produce toxic fumes.
COMMON EXTINGUISHING METHODS:
For fires involving this product or its packaging material, use an
extinguisher which is appropriate for combustibles and surrounding
class(es) of fire.
FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES:
Keep unnecessary people away; isolate hazard area and deny entry.
Remove containers exposed to fire if possible, otherwise cool them from the side with
water spray. Emergency equipment including self-contained
breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full fire fighting turnout gear should be
worn by fire fighters.
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ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
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Follow facility-specific procedures for spill response. Isolate
the spill area. When cleaning spills, wear appropriate personal
protective equipment including safety glasses and chemical
resistant gloves.
Confine and contain small spills using inert material (e.g., paper
towels, spill control pillows). If the wax is hot, let cool before
initiating clean-up. To clean-up spills of cooled wax, use
nonsparking tools to scrape the wax into containers suitable for
disposal.
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HANDLING AND STORAGE
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Keep containers closed when not in use. Store in a cool, dry, well
ventilated area.
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EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
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EXPOSURE GUIDELINES:
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the
American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH) have not estab-
lished exposure limits for this product. However, exposure limits do exist for the hazard-
ous ingredient, which is present at greater than 98%.
OSHA PEL/STEL ACGIH TLV/STEL
2 mg/m3 (fume) 2 mg/m3 (fume)
Paraffin
VENTILATION:
No specific controls are needed; good general room ventilation
expected to be adequate to control airborne levels. If certain
operations generate vapors or fumes (i.e., heating the paraffin),
use adequate general or local ventilation to keep airborne
concentrations below exposure limits.
PROTECTIVE GLOVES:
Wear impervious gloves to prevent skin contact. Selection of
appropriate protective gloves for a particular use depends on the properties of the com-
pound and the specific conditions of use, including the level of dexterity and durability
needed, and severity and duration of chemical contact.
EYE PROTECTION:
Either safety glasses with side shields or goggles should be worn
when handling this material.
OTHER: Depending on the operation, lab coat, apron or other
impermeable clothing may be appropriate.
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PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES:
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APPEARANCE/ODOR: A colorless or white, translucent, waxy pellet
with a garlic odor.
117-149oF (47-65oC), depending on the grade.
MELTING POINT:
BOILING POINT: No data available.
SPECIFIC GRAVITY/DENSITY: 0.80
VAPOR DENSITY: No data available.
VAPOR PRESSURE: No data available.
SOLUBILITY:
WATER: Insoluble.
OTHER SOLVENTS: Insoluble in alcohol; soluble in benzene,
chloroform, ether, carbon disulfide, and oils;
miscible with fats.
DECOMPOSITION TEMPERATURE: No data available.
VISCOSITY: No data available.
pH: No data available.
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STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
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STABILITY:
Product is stable under normal conditions of use and when stored
at room temperature. Hazardous polymerization cannot occur.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:
Thermal oxidative decomposition of paraffin wax emits toxic fumes.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID:
Avoid heat, high temperatures, pressure, mechanical shock or other
conditions that might result in a hazardous situation.
MATERIALS AND SUBSTANCES TO AVOID (INCOMPATIBILITY):
There are no known materials which are incompatible with this
product. Paraffin is incompatible with strong reducing agents and
strong acids.
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TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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This product is a mixture for which no toxicological data exists.
ACUTE DATA:
INHALATION: No data available.
INGESTION: No data available.
EYES:
Paraffin A 100mg dose applied to the rabbit eye for 24 hours
caused mild irritation.
SKIN:
Paraffin A 500mg dose applied to rabbit skin for 24 hours caused
mild irritation.
TARGET ORGAN EFFECTS DATA (SUBCHRONIC/CHRONIC) No data avail-
able.
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS DATA:
Paraffin When implanted in rats (120 mg/kg) and mice (480-66
mg/kg), caused tumors of the bladder, lungs, and thorax.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS DATA: No data available.
REPRODUCTIVE/TERATOGENIC EFFECTS DATA: No data available.
DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose of in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and
local regulations.
TRANSPORT INFORMATION
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT):
This product is not regulated by DOT.
INTERNATIONAL TRANSPORTATION REGULATIONS:
This product is not regulated under international transportation
regulations.
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REGULATORY INFORMATION
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FEDERAL REGULATIONS:
This product is not regulated by any state government; however
specific regulations exist for its hazardous ingredient.
Paraffin EPA TSCA Chemical Inventory.
STATE REGULATIONS:
This product is not regulated by any state government; however,
specific regulations exist for its hazardous ingredient.
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OTHER INFORMATION
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HAZARD RATINGS:
NFPA: HMIS:
Health-1 Health-1
Flammability-1 Flammability-1
Reactivity-0 Reactivity-0
Special Hazards-None
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