The Valspar Corporation
Material Safety Data Sheet
1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Material Identification
Product ID: 5788C90007
Product Name: SURFACING AGENT
Product Use: Coatings product.
Date Published: 2004/04/22
Revision Date: 2004/04/22
Company Identification
The Valspar Corporation
210 East Alondra Blvd.
Gardena, California 90248
Manufacturer's Phone: 1-310-352-3087
24-Hour Medical Emergency 1-888-345-5732
Phone:
2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
Common Name Approx Chemical name
CAS # Wt%
STYRENE MONOMER 100% 90 - 95 Styrene
VOC
100-42-5
If this section is blank there are no hazardous components per OSHA guidelines.
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Primary Routes of Exposure:
Inhalation
Ingestion
Skin absorption
Emergency Overview:
This section not in use.
This product contains ingredients that may contribute to the following potential acute health effects:
Inhalation Effects:
May cause irritation of the respiratory tract. May irritate mouth, nose, and throat.
Eye Contact:
Corneal Injury/eye damage.
Skin Contact:
Product ID: 5788C90007
Page 1 of 6
May cause an allergic skin reaction. May cause moderate skin irritation.
Acute Ingestion:
None known
Other Effects:
May cause central nervous system depression.
This product contains ingredients that may contribute to the following potential chronic health effects:
May cause eye damage and pain.May cause redness and blistering of skin.Contains ingredients which have been shown
in laboratory animals to cause liver and kidney damage. Possible sensitization.
See Section 11 for toxicological information about Mutagens, Teratogens and Carcinogens.
If this section is blank, no information is available.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation:
If affected by inhalation, move victim to fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
Eye Contact:
In case of contact, or suspected contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and get
medical attention immediately after flushing.
Skin Contact:
In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation persists get
medical attention. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean
contaminated shoes.
Ingestion:
If swallowed, get medical attention immediately.
Medical conditions aggravated by exposure: Any respiratory or skin condition.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flash point (Fahrenheit): 88潞 F ( 31潞 C) TCC/PM
Lower explosive limit: 1%
Upper explosive limit: 6%
Autoignition temperature: Not available.潞 F ( 潞 C)
Sensitivity to impact: No.
Sensitivity to static discharge: Subject to static discharge hazards. Please see bonding and grounding
information in Section 7.
Hazardous combustion products: See Section 10.
Unusual fire and explosion hazards:
None known.
Extinguishing media:
Carbon dioxide, dry chemical, foam and/or water fog.
Fire fighting procedures:
Product ID: 5788C90007
Page 2 of 6
Use water spray to cool nearby containers and structures exposed to fire.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Action to be taken if material is released or spilled:
Ventilate area. Avoid breathing of vapors. Use self-containing breathing apparatus or airmask for large spills in a confined
area. Wipe, scrape or soak up in an inert material and put in a container for disposal. See section 5, "Unusual Fire and
Explosion Hazards", for proper container and storage procedures. Remove sources of ignition. Remove with inert
absorbent and non sparking tools. Avoid all personal contact.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions to be taken in handling and storage:
Keep away from heat, sparks, and flames. Keep container closed when not in use. Based on flash point and vapor
pressure, suitable storage should be provided in accordance with OSHA regulation 1910.106, Ontario OH&S regulation
851 section 22. Empty containers may contain product residue, including flammable or explosive vapors. Do not cut,
puncture or weld on or near container. All label warnings must be observed until the container has been commercially
cleaned or reconditioned. If the product is used near or above the flashpoint, an ignition hazard may be present. Activities,
uses, or operations which liberate vapor (such as mixing or free fall of liquids) may also present an ignition hazard. Please
ensure containers and other interconnected equipment are properly bonded and grounded at all times. Do not store above
85 degrees F (29.4 degrees C). Keep drum out of sun and away from heat.
8. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AND EXPOSURE CONTROLS
Personal Protective Equipment
Eye and face protection:
Wear chemical goggles with splash shields or face shield. Contact lenses should not be worn when working with
chemicals because contact lenses may contribute to the severity of an eye injury in case of exposure.
Skin protection:
Gloves: Neoprene or other nonporous.Neoprene or plastic apron and protective clothing covering exposed skin areas.
Respiratory protection:
If exposure cannot be controlled below applicable limits, use the appropriate NIOSH approved respirator such as an air
purifying respirator with organic vapor cartridge and dust/mist filter. Consult the respirator manufacturer's literature to
ensure that the respirator will provide adequate protection. Read and follow all respirator manufacturer's instructions.
Ventilation
Required when spraying or applying in confined area. Ventilation equipment should be explosion proof. Eliminate ignition
sources.
Exposure Guidelines
OSHA Permissible Exposure Limits (PEL's)
Common Name Approx TWA (final) Ceilings limits (final) Skin designations
CAS # Wt%
STYRENE MONOMER 100% 90 - 95 100 ppm TWA C 200 ppm
VOC
100-42-5
ACGIH Threshold Limit Value (TLV's)
Product ID: 5788C90007
Page 3 of 6
Common Name Approx TWA STEL Ceiling limits Skin
CAS # Wt% designations
STYRENE MONOMER 100% 90 - 95 20 ppm TWA 40 ppm STEL
VOC
100-42-5
If this section is blank, no information is available.
9. PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Odor: Normal for this product type.
Physical State: Liquid
pH: Not determined.
Vapor pressure: 5 mmHG @ 68潞 F ( 20潞 C)
Vapor density (air = 1.0): 5
Boiling point: 293潞 F ( 145潞 C)
Solubility in water: Insoluble.
Coefficient of water/oil distribution: Not determined.
Density (weight per gallon): 7.49639459073521
Specific gravity (water = 1): 0.89830781876139
Evaporation rate (butyl acetate = 1.0): .01
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: This product contains an inhibitor and is stable under normal conditions. Please
see Section 7 for proper storage and handling information.
Conditions to Avoid: Heat. Heat or contact with peroxides or other catalysts.
Incompatibility: Strong oxidizers. Acids or alkalies.
Hazardous Polymerization: Product may polymerize when exposed to heat.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide. Aldehydes.
Sensitivity to static discharge: Subject to static discharge hazards. Please see bonding and grounding
information in Section 7.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Contains styrene which is listed by IARC as a possible human carcinogen based on animal data. Long term animal
studies nor human epidemiology studies of workers exposed to styrene provide an adequate basis to conclude styrene is
carcinogenic.
Common Name Approx IARC Group 1 - Human IARC Group 2A - IARC Group 2b -
CAS # Wt% Evidence limited human data sufficient animal data
STYRENE MONOMER 100% 90 - 95 Monograph 60, 1994;
VOC (Overall evaluation
100-42-5 upgraded from 3 to 2B
with supporting evidence
from other data relevant
to the evaluation of
carcinogenicity and its
mechanisms)
If this section is blank, no information is available.
Product ID: 5788C90007
Page 4 of 6
12. ECOLOGICAL DATA
Not available at this time.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Disposal should be made in accordance with federal, state and local regulations.
14. TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
U.S. Department of Transportation
Proper Shipping Name: COATING SOLUTION
Hazard Class: 3
UN ID Number: UN1139
Packing Group: III
Marine Pollutant Ingredient Styrene
49 CFR Hazardous Material Regulations Parts 100-180
The supplier will apply the combustible liquid exception in 49 CFR 173.150(f), limited quantity exceptions and consumer
commodity rules, when authorized. Please check 49 CFR Parts 100-180 to determine if the use of these exceptions
applies to your shipments when re-shipping our products.
International Air Transport Association:
Proper Shipping Name: COATING SOLUTION
Hazard Class: 3
UN ID Number: UN1139
Packing Group: III
International Maritime Organization:
Proper Shipping Name: COATING SOLUTION
Hazard Class: 3
UN ID Number: UN1139
Packing Group: III
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
U.S. FEDERAL REGULATIONS:
Common Name Approx SARA 302 SARA 313 CERCLA RQ IN LBS.
CAS # Wt%
STYRENE MONOMER 100% 90 - 95 form R reporting 1000
VOC required for 0.1% de
100-42-5 minimis concentration
SARA 311/312 Hazard Class:
Acute: Yes
Chronic: Yes
Flammability: Yes
Reactivity: No
Sudden Pressure: No
U.S. STATE REGULATIONS:
Product ID: 5788C90007
Page 5 of 6
Pennsylvania Right To Know:
STYRENE MONOMER 100% VOC 100-42-5
Additional Non-Hazardous Materials
PROPRIETARY ADDITIVE Trade Secret
Rule 66 status of product Not photochemically reactive.
INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS - Chemical Inventories
TSCA Inventory: All components of this product are in compliance with U.S. TSCA Chemical
Substance Inventory Requirements.
Canada Domestic Substances List: All components of this product are listed on the Domestic Substances List.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
HMIS Codes
Health: 3
Flammability: 3
Reactivity: 2
PPE: X - See Section 8 for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Abbreviations:
OSHA - Occupational Safety and Health Administration, IARC - International Agency for Research on Cancer, NIOSH -
National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health, NTP - National Toxicology Program, ACGIH - American Conference
of Governmental Industrial Hygienists, SCAQMD - South Coast Air Quality Management District, TSCA - Toxic
Substances Control Act, IATA - International Air Transport Association, IMO - International Maritime Organization, DOT -
Department of Transportation, NA - Not applicable, NOT ESTAB - Not established, N.A.V. - Not available, RQ -
Reportable quantity, WT - Weight, MG/CU M - Milligrams per cubic meter, G/L - Grams per liter, MM - Millimeters,
MPPCF - Millions of particles per cubic foot, PPM - parts per million, PPT - parts per thousand, TCC/PM - Tag closed
cup / Pensky-Martens, PB - Lead, PEL - Permissible exposure level, TWA - Time Weighted Average, STEL - Short term
exposure limit, C - Celsius, F - Fahrenheit.
Disclaimer:
The data on this sheet represent typical values. Since application variables are a major factor in product performance, this
information should serve only as a general guide. Valspar assumes no obligation or liability for use of this information.
UNLESS VALSPAR AGREES OTHERWISE IN WRITING, VALSPAR MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, AND DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE OR FREEDOM FROM PATENT INFRINGEMENT. VALSPAR WILL NOT BE
LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Your only remedy for any defect in this
product is the replacement of the defective product, or a refund of its purchase price, at our option. This MSDS contains
additional information required by the state of Pennsylvania.
Product ID: 5788C90007
Page 6 of 6
|