MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1 CHEMICAL PRODUCT & COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Trade Name EXPRESS III CLICHE
484
MSDS Number
TRANS TECH AMERICA, INC.
Supplier
475 N. GARY AVENUE
CAROL STREAM, IL 60188 USA
Telephone Numbers - 24 Hour Emergency Assistance
Emergency (352)323-3500
Telephone Numbers - General Assistance
Information (630)752-4000
2 COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Concentration
Ingredient Name CAS Number Exposure Limits / Health Hazards
DERIVATIVES OF ACYRLAMIDE 40 %
ACRYLAMIDE 79-06-1 <1% OSHA TWA: 0.3 mg/m3 (skin)
ACGIH TWA: 0.03 mg/m3, A2 (skin)
A2- Suspect Human Carcinogen
METHACRYLATES
3 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Emergency Overview
Carcinogenicity: Yes - acrylamide component only.
NTP: Yes - Group 2 (may be reasonably anticipated to be carcinogenic).
IARC: Yes - Group 2A (sufficient evidence for carcinogenicity in experimental animals, vol.39, sup. 7)
OSHA: No
Signs & Symptoms of Short-Term (Acute) Exposure
Use of product in unventilated area may cause headache or irritation to throat, nose or eyes. Direct eye contact with raw
product may cause irritation.
If misused, reddening of skin may occur in contact area. Operator must wear gloves. Acrylamide is neurotoxic by skin
absorption or inhalation, and may damage liver.
Effects of Long-Term (Chronic) Exposure
Prolonged contact may cause skin rash or other allergic reactions to acrylate sensitive persons.
4 FIRST AID MEASURES
Skin
Wash skin with soap and water.
Eye
Flush immediately with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes.
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Ingestion
If coating is ingested, induce vomiting. Obtain medical attention.
5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing Media
Foam,, co2, dry chemical, water.
Basic Fire Fighting Procedures
Wear MSHA/NIOSH approved self-contained breathing apparatus and full-cover impervious clothing.
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards
Ni
NI
Flash Point
Not applicable.
Flammability Limits in Air, Lower, % by Volume
Not applicable.
Flammability Limits in Air, Upper, % by Volume
6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Spill or Leak Procedure
Material is solid; cannot be spilled.
In case of transport damage to packaging, material or container, material to be salvaged must not have been exposed to
ultraviolet light.
7 HANDLING & STORAGE
Handling
Material is intended to be used for the production of relieve-type printing plates only. Steel plate backing may have sharp
edges. Use caution in handling.
Handle in UV protected light.
Do not open packages until ready to use.
Storage
Store below 100f in a dry area. Do not store near heat sources. Material is light-sensitive. Do not open packages until ready
to use. Handle in uv protected light.
Ventilation
Only at the point of use.
8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Eye Protection: Personal Protection Equipments (PPE)
Eye protection is recommended.
Skin Protection: Personal Protection Equipments (PPE)
Use rubber or vinyl gloves.
Respiratory Protection: Personal Protection Equipments (PPE)
If vapors or dusts are generated, wear an approved respirator for dusts or organic vapors.
General
Wash hands after processing plates. Use skin care lotion.
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9 PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Odor and Appearance
Solid plate of specified sizing consisting of light-sensitive coating on metal backing. Dark gray to light yellowish color;
unspecific odor.
Not Applicable
Boiling Point
1 (without metal base)
Specific Gravity
Not Applicable
Melting Point
Solid at room temperature; no data
Vapor Pressure
No data
Evaporation Rate
Not applicable
Vapor Density
Uncured coating 100% molecularly dispersible in water alcohol mix.
Solubility In Water
10 STABILITY & REACTIVITY
Stability/Incompatibility
Stable No known incompatible material.
Hazardous Reactions/Decomposition Products
Small quantities of organic vapors will off-gas when material is heated above 200f.
Hazardous Polymerization
Material polymerizes when subjected to heat above 150c.
Unusable for intended function if heated above 200 F or exposed to ultraviolet light.
11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Routes of Exposure
Dermal, if misused.
12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste Disposal
Processed plates may be treated as scrap. Follow local regulations.
14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
Federal Regulations
OSHA Regulated: No
DOT Regulated: No
Information for acrylamide component only:
SARA 302: Extremely Hazardous Substance: Yes
Section 313 Toxic Chemical: Yes
CAA: Hazardous Air Pollutant (HAP): Yes
Organic HAP: Yes
Volatile HAP: Yes
State Regulations
Information for acrylamide component only:
California Proposition 65 Listed: Yes
New Jersey RTK: Hazardous Substance: Yes Hazardous Substance # 0022
Pennsylvania RTK: Environmental Hazardous Substance: Yes
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NFPA Ratings
Health Flammability Reactivity Special Hazards
HMIS Ratings
Health 2 Flammability 1 Reactivity 0 Personal Prot. Equip. B
Following ingredients of this product are listed in SARA313
SARA Listed Ingredient Name CAS Number Maximum %
ACRYLAMIDE 79-06-1 1.0
Listed on the following Regulatory List(s)
SARA 302/304
16 OTHER INFORMATION
Disclaimer
Information for this material safety data sheet was obtained from sources considered technically accurate and reliable.
While every effort has been made to ensure full disclosure of product hazards, in some cases the data is not available and
is so stated. Since conditions of actual product use are beyond the control of the supplier, it is assumed that users of this
material have been fully trained according to the applicable requirements. No warranty, expressed or implied, is made and
the supplier will not be liable for any losses, injuries or consequential damages which may result from the use or reliance on
any information contained in this form or the use of the material.
1/24/2001 Replaces Sheet Dated
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TRANS TECH AMERICA, INC.
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