EMS CATALOG NO: 19800
EMS PRODUCT: Polyvinyl Alcohol
DATE: 10/18/2007
PAGE NUMBER: One of 6
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.
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PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
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COMMON NAME: Polyvinyl alcohol
COMMERCIAL NAME(S): Not available.
SYNONYM: Ethenol, Homopolymer; PVA: PVOH
CHEMICAL NAME: Polyvinyl Alcohol
CHEMICAL FAMILY: Not available.
CHEMICAL FORMULA: (CH2CH0H)n
CAS#: 9002-89-5
RTECS: TR8100000
TSCA: TSCA 8(b) INVENTORY: Polyvinyl alcohol
CI#: Not available.
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COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
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NAME: Polyvinyl alcohol
CAS#: 9002-89-5
% BY WEIGHT: 100
TOXICOLOGICAL DATA ON INGREDIENTS: Not applicable.
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HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
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POTENTIAL ACUTE HEALTH EFFECTS:
Hazardous in case of ingestion. Slightly hazardous in case
of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of
inhalation.
POTENTIAL CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS:
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: 3 (Not classifiable for human) by IARC
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.
Repeated or prolonged exposure is not known to aggravate
medical condition.
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FIRST AID MEASURES
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EYE CONTACT:
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
Cold water may be used. Seek medical attention if irritation occurs.
SKIN CONTACT:
After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of
water. Gently and thoroughly wash the contaminated skin
with running water and non-abrasive soap. Be particularly
careful to clean folds, crevices, creases and groin. Cover
the irritated skin with an emollient. If irritation
persists, seek medical attention. Wash contaminated
clothing before reusing.
SERIOUS SKIN CONTACT: Not available.
INHALATION:
Allow the victim to rest in a well ventilated area. Seek
immediate medical attention. If breathing is difficult, give
Oxygen. Get medical attention.
SERIOUS INHALATION: Not available.
INGESTION:
Do not induce vomiting. Loosen tight clothing such as a
collar, tie, belt or waistband. If the victim is not
breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Seek
immediate medical attention.
SERIOUS INGESTION: Not available.
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FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
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FLAMMABILITY OF THE PRODUCT: May be combustible at high
temperature.
AUTO-IGNITION TEMPERATURE: Not available.
FLASH POINTS: OPEN CUP: 79.44oC (175oF)
FLAMMABLE LIMITS: Not available.
PRODUCTS OF COMBUSTION: These products are carbon oxides (CO, C02).
FIRE HAZARDS IN PRESENCE OF VARIOUS SUBSTANCES: Flammable in
Presence of mechanical impact: not available Slightly explosive in presence of open
Flames and sparks.
EXPLOSION HAZARDS IN PRESENCE OF VARIOUS SUBSTANCES:
RISKS OF EXPLOSION OF THE PRODUCT IN PRESENCE OF
MECHANICAL
IMPACT: Not available.
RISKS OF EXPLOSION OF THE PRODUCT IN PRESENCE OF STATIC
DISCHARGE: Not available.
FIRE FIGHTING MEDIA AND INSTRUCTIONS:
SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.
SPECIAL REMARKS ON FIRE HAZARDS: Not available.
SPECIAL REMARKS ON EXPLOSION HAZARDS:Fine dust dispersed in air in
Sufficient concentrations, and in the presence of an ignition source is a potential dust
Explosion hazard.
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ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
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SMALL SPILL:
Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a
convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by
spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of
according to local and regional authority requirements.
LARGE SPILL:
Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste
disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on
the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the
sanitary system.
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HANDLING AND STORAGE
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PRECAUTIONS:
Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition.
Empty containers pose a fire risk, evaporate the residue
under a fume hood. Ground all equipment containing
material. Do not breathe dust.
STORAGE:
Keep container dry. Keep in a cool place. Ground all
equipment containing material. Keep container tightly
closed. Keep in a cool, well-ventilated place. Combustible
materials should be stored away from extreme heat and away
from strong oxidizing agents.
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EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
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ENGINEERING CONTROLS:
Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other
engineering controls to keep airborne levels below
recommended exposure limits. If user operations generate
dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to
airborne contaminants below the exposure limit.
PERSONAL PROTECTION:
Safety glasses. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use
an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Gloves.
PERSONAL PROTECTION IN CASE OF A LARGE SPILL:
Splash goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator. Boots.
Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be used
to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective
clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist
BEFORE handling this product.
EXPOSURE LIMITS: Not available.
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PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
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PHYSICAL STATE AND APPEARANCE: Solid.
ODOR: odorless
TASTE: Not available.
COLOR: Off-white.
MOLECULAR WEIGHT: (44.05)n g/mole
pH (1% SOLN/WATER): Not available.
BOILING POINT: Not available.
MELTING POINT: Softens at about 200掳C with decomposition.
Decomposition @ 228 deg. C.
CRITICAL TEMPERATURE: Not available.
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 1.19-1.31 (Water=1)
VAPOR PRESSURE: Not applicable.
VAPOR DENSITY: Not available.
VOLATILITY: Not available.
ODOR THRESHOLD: Not available.
WATER/OIL DIST. COEFF.: Not available.
IONICITY (IN WATER): Not available.
DISPERSION PROPERTIES: Not available.
SOLUBILITY: Soluble in cold water, hot water. Insoluble in diethyl either, acetone,
Petroleum solvents, aromatic hydrocarbons, esters. Practically insoluble in animal
And vegetable oils and chlorinated hydrocarbons.
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STABILITY AND REACTIVITY DATA
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STABILITY: The product is stable.
INSTABILITY TEMPERATURE: Not available.
CONDITIONS OF INSTABILITY: Heat, ignition sources, flame, excess dust
Generation, incompatible materials.
INCOMPATIBILITY WITH VARIOUS SUBSTANCES: Reactive with oxidizing
Agents, metals acids, alkalis.
CORROSIVITY: Non-corrosive in presence of glass.
SPECIAL REMARKS ON REACTIVITY: Not available.
SPECIAL REMARKS ON CORROSIVITY: Not available.
POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur.
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TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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ROUTES OF ENTRY: Ingestion. Inhalation
TOXICITY TO ANIMALS:
LD50: : 14700 mg/kg {Mouse}
LC50: Not available.
CHRONIC EFFECTS ON HUMANS: Not available.
OTHER TOXIC EFFECTS ON HUMANS: Hazardous in case of ingestion.
Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of
inhalation.
SPECIAL REMARKS ON TOXICITY TO ANIMALS: Not available.
SPECIAL REMARKS ON CHRONIC EFFECTS ON HUMANS: Not available.
SPECIAL REMARKS ON OTHER TOXIC EFFECTS ON HUMANS: Slightly
Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation.
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ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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ECOTOXICITY: Ecotoxicity in water (LC50) : 10000mg/l96 hours {Bluegill Sunfish}
>40000 mg/l 96 hours {Fatthead Minnow}.
BOD5 AND COD: Not available.
PRODUCTS OF BIODEGRADATION: Possibly hazardous short term
degradation products are not likely. However, long term
degradation products may arise.
TOXICITY OF THE PRODUCTS OF BIODEGRADATION: The products of
degradation are not toxic.
SPECIAL REMARKS ON THE PRODUCTS OF BIODEGRADATION: Not available.
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DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
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WASTE DISPOSAL: Recycle to process, if possible. Consult you
local or regional authorities.
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TRANSPORT INFORMATION
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DOT CLASSIFICATION: Not a DOT controlled material (United States)
IDENTIFICATION: Not applicable.
SPECIAL PROVISIONS FOR TRANSPORT: Not applicable.
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OTHER REGULATORY INFORMATION
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FEDERAL AND STATE REGULATIONS:
TSCA 8(b) INVENTORY: Polyvinyl alcohol
OTHER REGULATIONS: Not available.
OTHER CLASSIFICATIONS:
WHMIS (CANADA): Not controlled under WHMIS (Canada).
DSCLA (EEC): This product is not classified according to the EU regulations.
HMIS (U.S.A.):
HEALTH HAZARD: 1
FIRE HAZARD: 2
REACTIVITY: 0
PERSONAL PROTECTION: E
NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (U.S.A.)
HEALTH: 0
FLAMMABILITY: 2
REACTIVITY: 0
SPECIFIC HAZARD:
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
Gloves.
Lab coat.
Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified
respirator or equivalent.
Safety glasses.
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