Personalformulator.com
97 S. Red Willow Rd.
Evanston, WY 82930
US 1-800-426-2457 Ext. 1003
Material Safety Data Sheet
Japan Wax Substitute
Respiratory Protection: No respiratory protection is required when
1. Product Identification
working with the solid material. If airborne concentrations of wax fumes
Product Name: Japan Wax Substitute generated from molten wax are expected, a NIOSH/MSHA approved air
purifying respirator with a dust/mist/fume filter may be used. Protection
Chem. N.: No data provided by air purifying respirators is limited (see manufacturer鈥檚 respirator
CAS Number: 8001-39-6 selection guide). Use a positive-pressure-air-supplied-respirator if there is
EINECS Number: No data potential for an uncontrolled release, exposure levels are not known, or any
other circumstances where air-purifying respirators may not provide
2. Physical and Chemical Properties adequate protection. A respiratory- protection program that meets OSHA鈥檚
29 CFR 1910.34 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements must be followed whenever
Melting Point: 118-124潞F workplace conditions warrant a respirator鈥檚 use.
Boiling Point: >650潞F Protective Clothing: Protective equipment for skin is not normally
Refractive Index: No data required for solid material. The use of thermally-resistant gloves is
Evaporation Rate: No data recommended when there is a potential for exposure to molten wax.
Specific Gravity: Approx. 0.96 Approved eye protection to safeguard against potential eye contact, irritation,
Solubility in Water: Negligible or injury is recommended.
pH Value: No data Other Protective Measures: A source of clean water should be
Appearance & Odor: Solid, off white, none to slight odor available in the work area for flushing eyes and skin. Impervious clothing
should be worn as needed.
3. Stability and Reactivity
7. Hazards Identification
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions of storage and
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handling.
Inhalation: Vapors emitted from molten wax are expected to have a
Incompatibility: Avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents. Avoid all
low degree of irritation by inhalation.
possible sources of ignition.
Eye Contact: Solid material is not expected to be an eye irritant;
Hazardous Decomposition: Combustion can yield major amounts
however, contact with molten wax may cause thermal burns. Vapors from
of oxides of carbon and minor amounts of oxides of sulfur and nitrogen.
molten wax may cause watering of the eyes.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Skin Contact: Solid material is not expected to be a skin irritant;
4. Handling and Storage however, skin contact with molten wax may cause thermal burns. No
harmful effects from skin absorption are expected.
Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not wear contaminated clothing or
Ingestion: No harmful effects expected.
shoes. Use good personal hygiene practice. 鈥淓mpty鈥? containers retain
8. First Aid Measures
residue (liquid and/or vapor) and may be dangerous. Do not pressurize, cut,
weld, braze, solder, drill, grind, or expose such containers to heat, flame,
Eyes: If irritation or redness develops from exposure to fumes generated
sparks, or other sources of ignition. They may explode and cause injury or
during hot-melt processing operations move victim away from exposure and
death. All containers should be disposed of in an environmentally safe
into fresh air. Flush eyes with clean water. If irritation or redness persists,
manner and in accordance with governmental regulations. Before working
seek medical attention. For contact with the molten material, gently open
on or in tanks which contain or have contained this material, refer to
eyelids and flush affected eyes(s) with cold water. Seek immediate medical
Occupational Safety and Health Administration Regulations, ANSI Z49.1
attention.
and other governmental and industrial references pertaining to cleaning,
Skin: For contact with molten material, leave material on skin and flush
repairing, welding, or other contemplated operations.
or immerse affected area(s), using cold water. Seek medical attention.
5. Accidental Release Measures Inhalation: If respiratory symptoms develop from exposure to fumes
emitted by the molten material, move victim away from source of exposure
This material may burn but will not ignite readily. Keep all sources of
and into fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention. If victim is
ignition away from spill/release. Stay up wind and away from spill. Isolate
not breathing, immediately begin artificial respiration. If breathing
danger area and keep unauthorized personnel out. Contain spill if it can be
difficulties develop, oxygen should be administered by qualified personnel.
done with minimal risk. Wear appropriate protective equipment, including
Seek immediate medical attention.
respiratory protection, as conditions warrant (see section 6). Prevent spilled
Ingestion: First aid is not normally required for the solid material;
material from entering sewers, storm drains, other unauthorized treatment
however, if molten material is swallowed, seek immediate medical attention.
drainage systems, and natural waterways. Notify fire authorities and
9. Fire Fighting Measures
appropriate federal, state and local agencies. Cleanup under expert
supervision is advised. Minimize dust generation. Sweep up and package
Flash Point: 300潞F (COC) minimum
appropriately for disposal.
Auto-ignition Temp: No data
6. Exposure Controls & Personal Protection Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, foam, water, sand, or earth
Fire Fighting Procedures: Emergency responders in the danger area
Important Notice: The information presented herein is based on experimental data submitted by the manufacturers
of the raw materials and is considered scientifically correct; however, no warrant or representation, express or implied, is
made as to the accuracy or suitability of this information for application to the purchaser鈥檚 intended purpose or for
consequences of its use and we assume no responsibility for any loss, damage or expense, direct or consequential, arising
out of its use. Use these materials only as directed. If you have any questions regarding the proper interpretation of this
sheet or the meanings of any terms used, we strongly urge you to speak with your physician. For further information
concerning product safety and proper use, call the number listed on the front of the MSDS.
Personalformulator.com
97 S. Red Willow Rd.
Evanston, WY 82930
US 1-800-426-2457 Ext. 1003
Material Safety Data Sheet
Japan Wax Substitute
should wear bunker gear and self-contained breathing apparatus for fires
beyond the incipient state (29CFR 1910.156). In addition, wear other
appropriate protective equipment as conditions warrant (see Section 6).
Isolate danger area, keep unauthorized personnel out. Contain spill if it can
be done with minimal risk. Move undamaged containers from danger if it
can be done with minimal risk. With water, cool equipment exposed to fire
if it can be done with minimal risk.
10. Toxicological Information
Acute Oral LD50: No data
Dermal and Eye Irritation Test: No data
Carcinogenicity: No data
Mutagenicity: No data
11. Disposal Considerations
This material, if discarded as produced, is not a RCRA 鈥渓isted鈥? or
鈥渃haracteristic鈥? hazardous waste. Use which results in chemical or physical
change or contamination may subject it to hazardous waste regulations.
Along with properly characterizing all waste materials, consult state and
local regulations regarding the proper disposal of this material.
Important Notice: The information presented herein is based on experimental data submitted by the manufacturers
of the raw materials and is considered scientifically correct; however, no warrant or representation, express or implied, is
made as to the accuracy or suitability of this information for application to the purchaser鈥檚 intended purpose or for
consequences of its use and we assume no responsibility for any loss, damage or expense, direct or consequential, arising
out of its use. Use these materials only as directed. If you have any questions regarding the proper interpretation of this
sheet or the meanings of any terms used, we strongly urge you to speak with your physician. For further information
concerning product safety and proper use, call the number listed on the front of the MSDS.
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