Material Safety Data Sheet ARALDITE HY956
HARDENER
Date prepared: 22nd March 1996 Date revised: N/A (first issue)
0CON-288
1. Identification of the Substance/Preparation and the Company/
Undertaking
ARALDITE HY956 HARDENER
Substance or preparation trade
name:
0CON-288
Unique reference number(s):
Logitech Ltd.,
Company/undertaking name &
Erskine Ferry Road, Old Kilpatrick, Glasgow
address:
G605EU, Scotland, UK
(+44) 1389 875444
Telephone:
As above
Emergency telephone number:
2. Composition
Triethylenetetramine
Substance:
20-30
% content:
112-24-3
CAS number:
C
EEC Symbol:
3. Hazards Identification
Causes burns. Harmful in contact with skin. May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
4. First Aid Measures
Move affected person to fresh air. In case of irritation of
Inhalation:
respiratory system or mucous membranes, or if you
feel unwell or in case of prolonged exposure, seek
medical attention.
Wash with plenty of soap and water. Do not use organic
Skin contact:
solvents. In case of dermatitis, seek medical attention.
Rinse immediately with water for at least 15 minutes.
Eye contact:
Seek medical attention IMMEDIATELY.
Affected person should drink 500 - 800ml water, if
Ingestion:
possible with suspended activated carbon for medical
use. In case of spontaneous vomiting be sure that
vomitus can freely drain because of danger of
suffocation. Give water repeatedly. Artificial induction
of vomiting should be restricted to first aid staff. Give
nothing by mouth in case of unconsciousness or
convulsions. Seek medical attention.
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5. Fire-Fighting Measures
Water mist; carbon dioxide; foam; dry powder.
Suitable extinguishing media:
Unsuitable extinguishing media: High pressure water jet.
Do not release chemically contaminated water into
Exposure hazards in fire:
drains, soil or surface water. Sufficient measures
must be taken to retain water used for extinguishing.
Dispose of contaminated water and soil according to
local regulations.
6. Accidental Release Measures
Do not breathe vapour. Avoid ignition sources. Avoid
Personal precautions:
contact with skin, eyes and clothing.
Prevent contamination of soil, drains and surface
Environmental precautions:
waters.
Take up with absorbent, inert material (e.g. kieselgur,
Methods for cleaning:
sand) and place in suitable and closable container
for disposal.
7. Handling and Storage
Irritant. sensitizing. Avoid vapour formation and
Handling:
ignition sources. Ensure good ventilation and local
exhaust. Do not eat, drink or smoke at the workplace.
Keep away from food and drink. Store in the original
Storage:
container, securely closed and at room temperature.
8. Exposure Controls
None.
Technical protective measures:
Exposure control limits, and source: None.
Respiratory protection: In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable
respiratory equipment.
Hand protection: Wear suitable gloves.
Wear overalls and closed footwear.
Skin protection:
Wear suitable goggles and face protection.
Eye protection:
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9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Liquid.
Appearance:
Odour: Ammonia-like odour.
ca. 12 at 1:1 mixture.
pH:
>200掳C
Boiling point:
Melting point: Not applicable.
152掳C DIN51758
Flashpoint ( 掳C):
N/A
Flammability:
Autoflammability: N/A
N/A
Explosive properties:
N/A
Oxidising properties:
Vapour pressure: 0.1Pa at 20掳C.
1.00-1.05 g/cm 3 at 25掳C.
Relative density:
Miscible at 20掳C.
Solubility in water:
Other: Viscosity 370-470 mPas at 25掳C.
10. Stability and Reactivity
>200掳C
Thermal decomposition:
Static discharges.
Conditions to avoid:
Materials to avoid: Strong acids, strong bases and strong oxidizing
agents.
Hazardous decomposition products: Thermal decomposition or burning may release
oxides of carbon and other toxic gases or vapours.
11. Toxicological Information
LD 50 Acute oral toxicity (rats): 4500 mg/kg
Corrosive.
Eye irritation (rabbits):
Irritant.
Skin irritation (rabbits):
Skin sensitisation (guinea pigs): May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
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12. Ecological Information
Prevent contamination of soil, drains or surface water.
N/A
LC 50 Zebra fish (96h):
LC 50 Rainbow trout (96h): N/A
N/A
EC50 Daphnia magna (24h):
N/A
Biodegradability (Sturm test):
Algae Inhibition Test: N/A
N/A
Sludge toxicity:
13. Disposal Considerations
Incineration or landfill in accordance with local regulations. Contaminated packaging
materials should be disposed of identically to the product itself. Packaging materials
that are not contaminated should be treated as household waste or as recycling material.
14. Transport Information
Free
RID/ADR:
IMDG-Code: Free
Free
IATA:
152掳C DIN 51758
Flashpoint:
15. Regulatory Information
Symbol: C
Triethylenetetramine
Contains:
Causes burns.
R34:
R21: Harmful in contact with skin.
May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
R43:
In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with
S26:
plenty of water and seek medical attention.
Wear suitable clothing, gloves and eye/face
S36/37/39:
protection.
NOTE: THIS DATA SHEET DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A USER鈥橲 ASSESSMENT OF
WORKPLACE RISK AS REQUIRED BY HSW ACT, COSHH, MANAGEMENT OF
HEALTH AND SAFETY AT WORK REGULATIONS, OR OTHER HEALTH AND
SAFETY LEGISLATION.
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16. Other Information
The user must be instructed in the proper work
Recommendations/restrictions:
procedure and be familiar with the contents of these
instructions.
Used as a hardener with Araldite AV121 resin.
Use:
Sources of key data used to compile Croner鈥檚 Hazard Information and Packaging, 3/95
Safety Data Sheet:
N/E: Not established
Abbreviations:
N/A: Not available
The data contained in this Safety Data Sheet has been supplied as required by the Chemicals
(Hazard Identification and Packaging) Regulations 1993, as amended, for the purpose of
protecting the health and safety of industrial and commercial users who are deemed capable of
understanding and acting on the information provided.
Please ensure that it is passed to the appropriate person(s) in your company, who are capable of
acting on the information.
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