Part Number(s):
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 97-111-11
Form WI04-11A Rev. 1
Product Name: Pro-fax 6331 Release Date: April 23, 2007
1. Product and Company Identification
Trade Name & Synonyms MSDS Code Number
Pro 鈥? fax 6331 Refer to part number
Chemical Name Manufacture / Distributor
Polypropylene homopolymer pellets GAC International Inc.
C.A.S. Number Address
9003-07-0 355 Knickerbocker Ave.
Bohemia, NY USA 11716
Grades or Minor Variant Identities Information Telephone Number
NA 1-631-419-1700
Product Use (for Canada) Emergency Telephone Number
NA 1-631-419-1700
2. Composition of Ingredients
Hazardous Components C.A.S. Number Exposure Limits %
Polypropylene homopolymer 9003-07-0 >95
Stabilizers NA NA >5
This product is not considered a hazardous material at temperatures below NA NA NA
the melting point as determined by Montell according to the U.S.
occupational safety and health act definitions and regulations, including the
hazard communication standard 29 CFR 1910.1200. This product is not
considered a controlled substance by Montell according to Canada鈥檚
WHMIS regulations.
Threshold limit values (TLV) or permissible exposure limit (PEL) values are
not established. This material is not expected to cause physiologic
impairment at low concentration. Until a specific TLV is adopted by
ACGIH (American conference of governmental hygienists), or an OSHA
(Occupational safety and health administration)PEL standard is issued,
Montell suggests that this material be treated as a nuisance dust or
particulate in accordance with the recommendations of ACGIH.
3. Hazard Identification
Emergency Overview
Physical appearance: Translucent to white solid pellets.
Immediate concerns: Spilled material may present a slipping hazard. This product as shipped is not classified as a combustible dust; however, a
combustible concentration of dust may occur if fines are suspended in air. Avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents. When working with the
material at temperatures above the melting point, the material will begin to decompose producing fumes that can contain carbon monoxide, carbon
dioxide, ketones, aldehydes and other unidentified organic compounds that come from the breakdown of the material. Adequate room and extruder
ventilation should be provided to minimize exposures.
Routes of Signs and Symptoms Single, Repeated, or Severity (Mild, Acute and Chronic Target
Exposure Lifetime Exposure Moderate, Severe) Health Effect(s) Organ(s)
Process vapors may NA NA Symptoms of overexposure: NA
Eye
irritate eyes. Irritation or redness.
yes
Exposure to molten resin NA NA N/A NA
Skin
may cause thermal burns.
Process vapors may cause NA NA Symptoms of overexposure: NA
Inhalation
respiratory tract irritation. Irritation of the nose, throat and
yes
respiratory tract.
Not applicable. NA NA N/A NA
Ingestion
Acute toxicity: Exposure NA NA NA NA
Other
to process vapors may
cause eye and respiratory
irritation.
Chronic: None known.
Mutagenicity: None
known.
Reproductive toxicity:
Reproductive effects:
None known.
Teratogenic effects:
None known.
Target organ statement:
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Part Number(s):
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 97-111-11
Form WI04-11A Rev. 1
Product Name: Pro-fax 6331 Release Date: April 23, 2007
None known.
Irritancy: Exposure to
process vapors may cause
eye and respiratory tract
irritation.
Sensitization: None
known.
Warning caution labels:
Burn risk- Avoid contact
with molten resin.
Explosion risk- Prevent
accumulation of dust
particles.
Slipping risk- Keep
walking surfaces of
spilled material.
Vapor risk- Provide
ventilation to avoid
exposure to process
vapors.
Comments health:
None.
Health hazards: Process
vapors may cause eye and
respiratory tract irritation.
Physical hazards:
Spilled material may
present a slipping hazard.
Exposure to molten resin
may cause thermal burns.
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure
None known.
Carcinogenicity (IARC, NTP)
None known. This product is not considered to be a carcinogen by OSHA, IRAC or NTP.
Potential Environmental Effects
NA
4. First Aid Measures
Routes of Exposure First Aid Instructions Immediate Medical Attention Delayed Effects
Flush eyes with water for 15 Get medical attention. NA
Eye
minutes.
Molten resin: If molten material Get medical attention. NA
Skin
comes in contact with the skin,
cool under ice water or running
stream of water. Do not attempt to
remove the material from the skin.
Removal could result in severe
tissue damage.
Remove to fresh air. If not Get medical attention. NA
Inhalation
breathing, give artificial
respiration. If breathing is difficult,
give oxygen.
N/A NA NA
Ingestion
Antidotes: N/A. NA NA
Other
Additional information: None.
Note to Physicians (Treatment, Testing, and Monitoring)
None
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Part Number(s):
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 97-111-11
Form WI04-11A Rev. 1
Product Name: Pro-fax 6331 Release Date: April 23, 2007
5. Fire and Explosion Data
Flashpoint & Method: Flammable (Explosive) Limits in Air Autoignition Temperature Other
>329掳C / 625 掳F LEL: N/D UEL: N/D >357掳C(675掳F)
Hazardous combustion
Properties Contributing to Flammability Classification products: Carbon dioxide,
Flame Propagation or Burning
Fire Intensity carbon monoxide, ketones,
Health- , Flammability- , Reactivity-
NA
aldehydes, acrolein,
NA NA
unidentified organic
compounds. Sensitivity to
static discharge: Static
discharge could be an ignition
source for a combustible
concentration of dust.
Sensitivity to impact: N/A
Extinguishing Media Extinguishing Media to Avoid
Use alcohol foam, carbon dioxide, or water spray when fighting fires NA
involving this material.
Protection and Procedures for Firefighters
Standard procedures for class A fires. Fire fighting equipment: As in any fire, wear self-contained pressure demand breathing apparatus,
(MSHA/NIOSH approved or equivalent) and full protective gear.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards
Product as shipped is not a combustible dust. However, a combustible concentration of dust may occur when fines are suspended in air,
6. Accidental Release Measures
Containment Techniques
NA
Spill/Leak Clean-Up Procedures and Equipment
Small spill: Sweep up material and place in a disposal container.
Large spill: Vacuum or sweep up material and place in a disposal container.
Evacuation Procedures
Environmental precautions:
Water spill: Keep pellets out of waterways.
Land spill: Not yet determined.
Air spill: Not yet determined.
General procedures: Vacuum or sweep up material and place in a disposal container.
Release notes: None.
Special protective equipment: None.
Special Instructions
NA
Reporting Requirements
NA
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Part Number(s):
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 97-111-11
Form WI04-11A Rev. 1
Product Name: Pro-fax 6331 Release Date: April 23, 2007
7. Handling and Storage
Handling Practices and Warnings
General precautions: Keep away from heat, sparks and flame.
Handling: Ground and bond containers when transferring material.
Storage Practices and Warnings
(掳C / 掳F). This product may react with strong oxidizing agents and should not be stored near such materials. Store boxes and bags of material in
areas protected with automatic sprinklers.
Storage temperature: 60掳C (140掳F) maximum.
Loading temperature: N/D
Loading / unloading viscosity: N/D
Storage pressure: Not yet determined.
Storage temperature: Store in a cool place below 140掳F, 60掳C
Loading temperature notes: Not yet determined.
Shelf life: Not yet determined.
Special sensitivity: Not yet determined.
Electrostatic accumulation hazard: Material may accumulate static charges during transfers. Ground and bond containers when transferring
material.
8. Exposure Control/Personal Protection
Ventilation Other Engineering Controls
NA Provide adequate room ventilation. Provide adequate ventilation at the
extruder to minimize exposure to process vapors. Eliminate ignition
sources during repair and maintenance operations.
Routes of Entry: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Normal Use: PPE for Emergencies:
Eye/Face Wear safety glasses with side shields(or goggles) NA
Skin When handling or processing resins at elevated temperatures or in a NA
molten state, wear protective clothing over the skin to prevent contact.
Protective clothing: When handling resins at elevated temperatures or in
a molten state, wear protective clothing over the skin to prevent contact.
Inhalation A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA 1910.134, ANSI Z NA
88.2 and/ or CSA. Z 94.4-93 requirements must be followed whenever
workplace conditions warrant use of a respirator.
General Hygiene Considerations and Work Practices
N/E
Protective Measures During Repair and Maintenance of Contaminated Equipment
NA
Other Protective Measures and Equipment
Eyewash fountains and safety showers should be easily accessible.
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Part Number(s):
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 97-111-11
Form WI04-11A Rev. 1
Product Name: Pro-fax 6331 Release Date: April 23, 2007
9. Physical and Chemical Characteristics
Appearance Odor
Pellet. Color: Translucent to white. Slight waxy odor.
Boiling Point 掳C / 掳F N/A
Normal Physical State:
Liquid Gas
Melting Point >160 掳C / 320 掳F
Solid (Other) Freezing Point 掳C / 掳F N/A
Specific Gravity or Density (H20=1) Solubility in Water pH
0.88 to 0.92 N/A NA
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg @ 20掳C) Vapor Density (AIR= 1) Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1)
N/A N/A N/A
Other
Percent volatile: N/A. Density: N/D. Viscosity: N/A. Molecular weight: N/A. (VOC) Notes: Not yet determined.
10. Stability and Reactivity Data
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid)
Oxidizing materials.
Hazardous Products Produced During Decomposition
At elevated temperatures the material will begin to decompose, producing fumes that can contain carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, ketones,
acrolein, aldehydes, unidentified organic compounds.
Hazardous Polymerization? Conditions to Avoid
掳C / 掳F Keep away from heat, sparks and flame.
May Occur May Not Occur
Stability? Conditions to Avoid
Stable Unstable 掳C / 掳F NA
11. Toxicological Information
Toxicity Data, Epidemiology Studies, Carcinogenicity, Neurological Effects, Genetic or Reproductive Effects, or Structure Activity Data
Polyproplylene homopolymer toxicological information
LD50/LC50- Lethal dose/conc 50% kill
A. Rat
1. LD50; Route: Intraperitoneal; Dose > 110 gm/kg; Toxic effects: sense organs and special senses-Lacrimation; sense organs and special sense-
Ptosis; Behavioral-convulsions or effect on seizure threshold; reference: Yakuri to chiryo. Pharmacology and therapeutics 14: 1109, 1986. <
CODEN YACHDS>
2. LDF0; Route: Intravenous; Dose: > 99gm/kg; Toxic effects: Behavioral- Tremor, lungs, thorax, or respiration-cyanosis; nutritional and gross
metabolic=body temperature decrease; REFERENCE: Yakuri to Chiryo. Pharmacology and therapeutics 14: 1109, 1986..
12. Ecological Information
Toxicity, Environmental Fate, Physical/Chemical Data, or Other Data Supporting Environmental Hazard Statements
Environmental data: N/A
Ecotoxicological information: N/A
Distribution: N/A
Chemical fate information: Not readily biodegradable.
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Part Number(s):
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 97-111-11
Form WI04-11A Rev. 1
Product Name: Pro-fax 6331 Release Date: April 23, 2007
13. Disposal Considerations
Regulations
RCRA Hazard Class: This product is not judged to be a hazardous waste by any local, state or federal regulations; however, it may be listed as
industrial waste in some states or provinces. This product is not listed in the U.S. federal hazardous waste regulations, 40CFR 261.33 paragraphs (e)
or (f). , chemical products that are considered hazardous if they become wastes. It does not exhibit any of the hazardous characteristics listed in 40
CFR 261 subpart C. State or local hazardous waste regulations, may apply if different from the federal.
Properties (Physical/Chemical) Affecting Disposal
Disposal method: (1) Recycle (reprocess). (2). Incineration including energy recovery of waste material in a permitted facility in accordance with
local, state or provincial and federal regulations. (3) Land filling in a licensed facility in accordance with local, state or provincial and federal
regulations.
14. Transport Information
Regulated for shipping? Proper Shipping Name Packing Group
Profax 6331 NA
Yes No NA
Hazard Class Identification Number
Do changes in quantity, packaging, or shipment method change product classification?
NA NA
Yes No NA
Other
Special shipping notes: This product is not regulated by DOT, IMO, LATA, and Canadian TDG and associated regulations, ADR or RID.
15. Regulatory Information
Federal Regulations
SARA Title III (Superfund amendments and reauthorization act). Title III notes: This product is sot subject to SARA Title III requirements. TSCA
(Toxic substance control Act).
TSCA Status: All ingredients in this product are in compliance with TSCA.
OSHA Hazard comm. Rule: This product is not considered a hazardous material at temperatures below the melting point as determined by Montell
according to OSHA definitions.
Clean water act: This product is regulated under EPA鈥檚 clean water act / NPDES rules as 鈥渇loating material鈥?. In addition, this product is considered
鈥渟ignificant material鈥? under the EPA鈥檚 storm water permit rules.
International Regulations
Canada: WHMIS (Worker hazardous materials information system): This product is not considered a controlled substance under WHMIS. This
MSDS meets WHMIS format requirements.
Canadian environmental protection act: All ingredients in this product are listed under CEPA on the DSL.
European Community: European community regulatory: All ingredients are in compliance with EINECS/ ELINCS.
Other
NA
16. Other Information
Supplier Number: 58/97 Supplier Release: June 3, 1998
N/A = not applicable. NA = not available, N/E = not established. N/D = not determined.
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