Safety data sheet
Oppanol庐 B 100
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1. Substance/preparation and company identification
Company 24 Hour Emergency Response Information
BASF Corporation CHEMTREC: (800) 424-9300
100 Campus Drive BASF HOTLINE: (800) 832-HELP
Florham Park, NJ 07932
Molecular formula: (C4H8)X
Synonyms: 1-PROPENE-2-METHYL HOMOPOLYMER
2. Composition/information on ingredients
CAS Number Content (W/W) Chemical name
9003-27-4 100.0 % polyisobutene
3. Hazard identification
Emergency overview
CAUTION: MAY CAUSE EYE, SKIN AND RESPIRATORY TRACT IRRITATION.
INGESTION MAY CAUSE GASTRIC DISTURBANCES.
Use with local exhaust ventilation.
Wear a NIOSH-certified (or equivalent) organic vapour/particulate respirator.
Wear NIOSH-certified chemical goggles.
Wear protective clothing.
Wear chemical resistant protective gloves.
Potential health effects
Primary routes of exposure
Routes of entry for solids and liquids include eye and skin contact, ingestion and inhalation. Routes of entry
for gases include inhalation and eye contact. Skin contact may be a route of entry for liquified gases.
Medical conditions aggravated by overexposure:
Data available do not indicate that there are medical conditions that are generally recognized as being
aggravated by exposure to this substance/product.
See MSDS section 11 - Toxicological information.
4. First-aid measures
General advice:
Remove contaminated clothing.
If inhaled:
Remove the affected individual into fresh air and keep the person calm. Assist in breathing if necessary.
Immediate medical attention required.
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If on skin:
Wash thoroughly with soap and water.
If irritation develops, seek medical attention.
If in eyes:
Wash affected eyes for at least 15 minutes under running water with eyelids held open.
Seek medical attention.
If swallowed:
Rinse mouth and then drink plenty of water. Do not induce vomiting. Immediate medical attention required.
Note to physician
Treatment: Treat according to symptoms (decontamination, vital functions), no known
specific antidote.
5. Fire-fighting measures
Autoignition: > 200 掳C (DIN 51794)
Suitable extinguishing media:
water, dry extinguishing media, foam
Hazards during fire-fighting:
harmful vapours
Evolution of fumes/fog. The substances/groups of substances mentioned can be released in case of fire.
Protective equipment for fire-fighting:
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus.
Further information:
The degree of risk is governed by the burning substance and the fire conditions. Contaminated extinguishing
water must be disposed of in accordance with official regulations.
NFPA Hazard codes:
Health : 1 Fire: 1 Reactivity: 0 Special:
6. Accidental release measures
Personal precautions:
Use personal protective clothing.
Environmental precautions:
Contain contaminated water/firefighting water. Do not discharge into drains/surface waters/groundwater.
Cleanup:
Spills should be contained, solidified, and placed in suitable containers for disposal.
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7. Handling and storage
Handling
General advice:
The temperatures which must be avoided are to be considered. Handle in protective atmosphere.
No special measures necessary provided product is used correctly.
Protection against fire and explosion:
Take precautionary measures against static discharges. Electrostatic discharge may cause ignition.
Storage
General advice:
Keep container tightly closed and dry; store in a cool place.
Store in unopened original containers in a cool and dry place. Protect against moisture. Protect from the
effects of light.
8. Exposure controls and personal protection
Advice on system design:
Provide local exhaust ventilation to control dust.
Personal protective equipment
Respiratory protection:
Breathing protection if gases/vapours are formed.
Wear a NIOSH-certified (or equivalent) particulate respirator. Do not exceed the maximum use concentration
for the respirator facepiece/cartridge combination.
Hand protection:
Chemical resistant protective gloves
Eye protection:
Safety glasses with side-shields.
General safety and hygiene measures:
Wear protective clothing as necessary to minimize contact. Handle in accordance with good industrial
hygiene and safety practice. Wash soiled clothing immediately.
9. Physical and chemical properties
Form: liquid
10. Stability and reactivity
Conditions to avoid:
Temperature: > 170 degrees Celsius
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Substances to avoid:
No substances known that should be avoided.
Hazardous reactions:
depolymerizes at elevated temperatures
No hazardous reactions if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated.
Decomposition products:
Hazardous decomposition products: No hazardous decomposition products if stored and handled as
prescribed/indicated.
Thermal decomposition:
> 120 掳C
Vapours may form ignitable mixture with air.
> 170 掳C
Thermal decomposition above the indicated temperature is possible.
Corrosion to metals:
No corrosive effect on metal.
11. Toxicological information
Acute toxicity
Oral:
LD50/rat: > 2,000 mg/kg
Skin irritation:
rabbit: non-irritant (OECD Guideline 404)
Eye irritation :
rabbit: non-irritant (OECD Guideline 405)
Chronic toxicity
Other information:
The product has not been tested. The statements on toxicology have been derived from products of a similar
structure and composition.
12. Ecological information
Environmental fate and transport
Biodegradation:
Evaluation: The product is virtually insoluble in water and can thus be separated from
water mechanically in suitable effluent treatment plants.
Environmental toxicity
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Acute and prolonged toxicity to fish:
golden orfe/LC50 (96 h): > 100 mg/l
Toxicity to microorganisms:
DEV-L2 : > 1,000 mg/l
Inhibition of degradation activity in activated sludge is not to be anticipated during correct introduction of low
concentrations.
Other ecotoxicological advice:
The product has not been tested. The statements on ecotoxicology have been derived from products of a
similar structure and composition.
Do not release untreated into natural waters.
13. Disposal considerations
Waste disposal of substance:
Dispose of in accordance with national, state and local regulations.
Container disposal:
Dispose of in a licensed facility. Recommend crushing, puncturing or other means to prevent unauthorized
use of used containers.
RCRA: N/A
14. Transport information
Reference Bill of Lading
15. Regulatory information
Federal Regulations
Registration status:
TSCA, US released / listed
SARA hazard categories (EPCRA 311/312): Not hazardous
16. Other information
HMIS III rating
Health: 1 Flammability: 1 Physical hazard: 0
HMIS uses a numbering scale ranging from 0 to 4 to indicate the degree of hazard. A value of zero means that the
substance possesses essentially no hazard; a rating of four indicates high hazard.
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Local contact information
prod_reg@basf.com
Oppanol is a registered trademark of BASF Corporation or BASF AG
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