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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET # 68
Johni Ring庐+ Wax Gasket
Hercules Chemical Company Inc.
Last Reviewed: 1/24/2002
Date Prepared: 1/28/1987
111 South Street
Passaic NJ 07055
Meets OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200
Phone (800) 221-9330
Fax (800) 333-3456
Section 2 - Hazardous Ingredients/Identity Information
Hazardous Components (Specific Chemical Identity;
Upper Bound
Common Name(s), CAS Numbers) OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV Other Limits
Limit if SARA
Reportable
This product is defined as an "article" and is not classified as hazardous in accordance with OSHA
1910.1200
HMIS Hazard Rating: Health: 0 Flammability: 1 Reactivity: 0 Personal Protection: A
Section 3 - Physical/Chemical Characteristics
Boiling Point (掳C): Specific Gravity Vapor Density Vapor Pressure
(H2O = 1): (Air = 1): (mm Hg):
N/A .82 to .86 N/A 0.01
Solubility in Water:
Evaporation Rate:
Melting Point (掳 F)
(Butyl Acetate = 1)
140掳 to 17 N/A Insoluble
Soft amber to brown color No odor
Appearance And Color: Odor:
Section 4 - Fire And Explosion Hazard Data
Flash Point: Flammable Limits: LEL: UEL:
N/D
450掳 F to 550掳 F N/A
N/A
Extinguishing Media: Use water fog, foam, dry chemical, or CO2. Do not use a direct stream of water.
Special Firefighting Procedures:
When handling wax fires do not enter confined space without proper protective equipment. Cool fire exposed
containers with water.
Unusual Fire And Explosion Hazards:
When heated above its flash point can release flammable vapors which can burn or be explosive in confined spaces
if exposed to sources of ignition.
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Section 5 - Reactivity Data
Stability: Stable Conditions To Avoid: High heat temperatures over 160掳 F
Incompatability Avoid strong oxidants
(Materials To Avoid):
Hazardous Decomposition: CO and CO2 and unidentified organic compounds may be formed during combustion.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will Not Occur
Section 6 - Health Hazard Data
Routes of Entry: Inhalation Skin Ingestion
N/A YES/Secondary YES/Secondary
Health Hazards:
None known
Carcinogenicity: NTP IARC OSHA Regulated
NO NO NO
Signs And Symptoms of Exposure:
None
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated By Exposure:
None
Emergency And First Aid Procedures:
SKIN: Wash with soap and water. EYES: As with all foreign material, flush eyes with water. If irritation occurs,
consult a physician. INGESTION: No significant adverse health effects are expected. Consult a physician if large
quantities are ingested.
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Section 7 - Precautions For Safe Handling And Use:
Steps To Be Taken In Case Material Is Released Or Spilled:
Sweep up spilled material in containers for disposal.
Waste Disposal Method:
Non-hazardous landfill.
Precautions To Be Taken In Handling And Storing:
Do not store over 110掳 F to prevent the rings from melting or deforming in shape.
Other Precautions:
None
Section 8 - Control Measures:
Respiratory Protection:
Not required
N/A
Special
Ventilation: Local Exhaust Adequate
N/A
Mechanical
Not required
Gloves:
N/A
Other:
Eye Protection: Safety glasses
Other Protective
None
Clothing:
Work/Hygienic Practices None
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