EMS CATALOG NO: 19218
EMS PRODUCT: Paraplast Regular
DATE: 01/21/2001
PAGE NUMBER: 1 of 8
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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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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PRODUCT NAME: Paraplast, Regular
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COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
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INGREDIENT NAME: SYNONYMS CAS NO. % WEIGHT
Paraffin Paraffin Wax 8002-74-2 >99
Polyisobutylene 2-Methylpropene 9003-27-4 <1
Polymer
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HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
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EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
This product is supplied as a waxy odorless pellet. It contains
primarily paraffin (>99%), 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.
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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: This 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 mile eye irritation.
TARGET ORGAN EFFECTS (SUBCHRONIC/CHRONIC):
Chronic exposure may cause dermatitis with skin 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 animals, 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.
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MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE:
No data is 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 subject
conscious, give them 1 or 2 glasses of water to dilute
the chemical. Call a physician or poison control center
immediately.
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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FLASH POINT: 410oF (210oC) METHOD: Closed Cup
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURES:473OF (245oC)(for 100% paraffin)
FLAMMABILITY LIMITS: LOWER LIMIT: No data available.
UPPER LIMIT: No data available.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS:
Fires of paraffin way may produce toxic fumes.
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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 (see Section 8). Practice contamination avoidance.
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
non-sparking tools to scrape the wax into containers suitable for
disposal.
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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 established exposure limits for this product. However, exposure
limits do exist for the hazardous ingredient, which is present at
greater than 99%.
INGREDIENT NAME OSHA PEL/STEL ACGIH TLV/STEL
Paraffin 2 mg/m3(fume 2 mg/m3 (fume)
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),
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use adequate general or local ventilation to keep airborne
concentrations below exposure limits.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:
A respirator is not required under normal conditions of use of
exposure limits are kept below those listed in Exposure
Guidelines.
PROTECTIVE GLOVES:
Wear impervious gloves to prevent skin contact. Selection of
appropriate protective gloves for a particular use depends on the
properties of the compound and the specific conditions of use,
including the level of dexterity and durability needed, and the
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, labcoat, apron or other impermeable
clothing may be appropriate.
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PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
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APPEARANCE AND ODOR: A colorless or white, translucent and odorless
waxy pellet.
MELTING POINT: 117-149oF (47-65oC), depending on the grade
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.
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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 in 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.
When available, toxicological data for the product's hazardous
ingredient is provided below. Refer to the section labeled
CARCINOGENICITY STATUS for health effects information.
ACUTE DATA: INHALATION: No data available.
INGESTION: No data available.
EYES: Paraffin A 100 mg dose applied to the rabbit eye
for 24 hours caused mild irritation.
SKIN: Paraffin A 500 mg dose applied to rabbit skin for
24 hours caused mild irritation.
TARGET ORGAN EFFECTS DATA (SUBCHRONIC/CHRONIC): No data available.
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CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS DATA: No data available.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS DATA: No data available.
REPRODUCTIVE/TERATOGENIC EFFECTS DATA: No data available.
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ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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ECOTOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION: No data available for the product or its
hazardous ingredients.
CHEMICAL FATE INFORMATION: No data available for the product or its
hazardous ingredients.
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DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
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Dispose of in accordance with all applicable Federal, state and local
regulations.
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TRANSPORT INFORMATION
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US 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 the federal
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.
Paraffin Massachusetts Hazardous Substance List
Pennsylvania Hazardous Substance List
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OTHER INFORMATION
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HAZARD RATINGS*:
NFPA: HEALTH - 1 HMIS: HEALTH - 1
FLAMMABILITY - 1 FLAMMABILITY -1
REACTIVITY - 0 REACTIVITY - 0
SPECIAL HAZARDS - NONE PERSONAL PROTECTION -
See Section called
EXPOSURE CONTROLS /
PERSONAL PROTECTION
* A hazard rating has not been developed by NFPA or HMIS for this
product. The hazard ratings provided in this MSDS are based on NFPA
and HMIS hazard evaluation criteria, as well as professional
judgement. This information is intended solely for the use of
individuals trained in these hazard ratings systems.
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