MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
SECTION I: IDENTIFICATION OF PRODUCT
Diversity Technologies Corp.
COMPANY: DATE: July 22, 2004
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PHONE: 780-468-4064
8750 鈥? 53 Ave.
FAX: 780-469-1899
Edmonton, AB T6E 5G2
BIOVIS
PRODUCT NAME:
PRODUCT USE:
CHEMICAL FAMILY: Biopolymer CAS#: Not available
WORKPLACE HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INFORMATION SYSTEM (WHMIS)
WHMIS CLASSIFICATION: Not a controlled product under WHMIS.
WORKPLACE HAZARD: Dust may form explosive mixture in air.
TRANSPORTATION OF DANGEROUS GOODS (TDG)
PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Not regulated under TDG.
TDG CLASSIFICATION: Not applicable.
UN NUMBER (PIN): Not applicable.
PACKING GROUP: Not applicable.
SECTION II: HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
INGREDIENT PERCENT CAS NUMBER LD50Oral-Rat LD50Inhal-Rat ACGIH-TLV
Contains no WHMIS controlled ingredients
SECTION III: HEALTH HAZARDS
[ ] EYE CONTACT [ ] SKIN [ ] INHALATION [ ] INGESTION
ROUTE OF ENTRY:
EYE CONTACT: May cause mechanical irritation.
SKIN CONTACT: May cause skin irritation. May cause redness and dermatitis.
INGESTION: No adverse effects expected.
INHALATION: May cause upper respiratory tract irritation.
CARCINOGENICTY: No information available.
TERATOGENICITY: No information available.
REPRODUCTIVE No information available.
TOOXICITY:
MUTAGENICTY: No information available.
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SYNERGISTIC No information available.
PRODUCTS:
SECTION IV: FIRST AID MEASURES
SKIN CONTACT: Wash with soap and water. If irritation develops or persists, obtain
medical attention
EYE CONTACT: Flush eyes with gently flowing warm water until particles are
dislodged. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
INGESTION: Rinse mouth. Immediately dilute by drinking large quantities of
water. If symptoms develop, obtain medical attention. Never give
anything by mouth to an unconscious or convulsing person.
INHALATION: Move to fresh air. Apply oxygen or artificial respiration if required.
Obtain medical attention.
SECTION V: PHYSICAL DATA
APPEARANCE AND ODOUR: Light cream powder; odourless
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: Not applicable
Not applicable
BOILING POINT (掳C):
Decomposes before melting.
MELTING POINT (掳C):
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: pH: Not available
40 g/L @ 20掳C
PERCENT VOLATILE BY VOLUME: Not available
EVAPORATION RATE: Not available
VAPOUR PRESSURE (mmHg): Not available
VAPOUR DENSITY (air = 1): Not available
BULK DENSITY: Not available
SECTION VI: FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
FLASH POINT: Not applicable
FLAMMABLE LIMITS: Not applicable
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Use water spray, carbon dioxide or dry chemical.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING Self-contained breathing apparatus required for fire
PRODCEDURES: fighting personnel. Evacuate nonessential personnel
from fire area.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND Dust explosions may occur when finely divided
EXPLOSION HAZARDS: particle are mixed with air in the presence of an
ignition source.
SECTION VII: REACTIVITY DATA
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STABILITY: STABLE [XX] UNSTABLE [ ]
INCOMPATIBILITY No known incompatible materials. Avoid strong
(CONDITIONS TO AVOID): oxidizers. Avoid dust formation. Avoid
temperatures above 160掳C (decomposes).
CONDITIONS OF REACTIVITY: May react with strong oxidizing agents.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION Oxides of carbon.
PRODUCTS:
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: WILL NOT OCCUR [XX] MAY OCCUR [ ]
SECTION VIII: PREVENTATIVE MEASURES
SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Suggest NIOSH approved dust mask. For airborne
levels above the TLV use an approved respirator with
dust/mist filters.
VENTILATION: Use local exhaust ventilation, process enclosure or
other engineering controls to maintain level of air
borne dust below TLV.
PROTECTIVE GLOVES: Use gloves to prevent contact.
EYE PROTECTION: Suggest safety glasses or goggles.
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT An appropriate to prevent contact with body. Ensure
(Specify): eyewash station and emergency shower are available.
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORING
Avoid skin and eye contact. Wash thoroughly after handling. Launder contaminated clothing
before reuse. Use only in a well ventilated area. Avoid dust formation. Store in a cool dry area
away from incompatibles and ignition sources. Keep tightly closed when not in use. Store
unused material in original container.
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE THE MATERIAL IS SPILLED OR RELEASED
Use appropriate safety equipment. Eliminate ignition sources. Contain spill. Sweep up and
shovel to collect. Collect uncontaminated material for repackaging. Collect contaminated material
in approved containers for disposal. Wash contaminated area with water.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD
Dispose in accordance with, local, provincial and federal regulations and guidelines. It is the
responsibility of the end-user to determine if material meets the criteria of hazardous waste at the
time of disposal.
SECTION IX: PREPARATION
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THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IS GIVEN IN GOOD FAITH,
BUT NO WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, IS MADE.
DATE ISSUED: July 22, 2004 BY: Product safety committee
SUPERSEDES: July 26, 2001 780-440-4923
Diversity Technologies Corp. is the parent company of
Canamara-United Supply, Hollimex Products and Canamara SDS.
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