Part Number(s):
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 17-888-55, 17-888-88,
Form WI04-11A Rev. 1
17-888-91, 17-888-92
Product Name: Tongue guards
Release Date: May 12, 2006
1. Product and Company Identification
Trade Name & Synonyms MSDS Code Number
GAC Disposable tongue block (scented and unscented) TB-GAC, TB-GACS, TBU-GAC, TBU-GACS
Chemical Name Manufacture / Distributor
Polyethylene (LDPE). Chemical family: Oleifinic polymer GAC International Inc.
C.A.S. Number Address
009002-88-4 355 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
Used as protection blockers for the tongue. 1-631-419-1700
2. Composition of Ingredients
Hazardous Components C.A.S. Number Exposure Limits %
Polyethylene 009002-88-4 NA 100
3. Hazard Identification
Emergency Overview
Toxic fumes may be released in fire situations.
Routes of Signs and Symptoms Single, Repeated, or Severity (Mild, Acute and Chronic Target
Exposure Lifetime Exposure Moderate, Severe) Health Effect(s) Organ(s)
NA NA NA Acute eye contact: Mechanical NA
Eye
irritation.
Chronic eye contact: None
NA NA NA NA NA
Skin
NA NA NA Acute inhalation: No significant NA
Inhalation
health hazard.
Chronic inhalation: None
NA NA NA NA NA
Ingestion
Potential health effects: NA NA NA NA
Other
None. Human effects
and symptoms of
overexposure: None
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure
None. Exposure limits: None
Carcinogenicity (IARC, NTP)
None
Potential Environmental Effects
NA
4. First Aid Measures
Routes of Exposure First Aid Instructions Immediate Medical Attention Delayed Effects
N/A N/A N/A
Eye
N/A N/A N/A
Skin
N/A N/A N/A
Inhalation
N/A N/A N/A
Ingestion
N/A N/A N/A
Other
Note to Physicians (Treatment, Testing, and Monitoring)
NA
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Part Number(s):
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 17-888-55, 17-888-88,
Form WI04-11A Rev. 1
17-888-91, 17-888-92
Product Name: Tongue guards
Release Date: May 12, 2006
5. Fire and Explosion Data
Flashpoint & Method: Flammable (Explosive) Limits in Air Autoignition Temperature Other
掳C / 掳F N/A LEL: N/A UEL: N/A NA
NA
Properties Contributing to Flammability Classification
Flame Propagation or Burning
Fire Intensity Health-, Flammability-, Reactivity-NA
Slightly combustible
NA
Extinguishing Media Extinguishing Media to Avoid
N/A NA
Protection and Procedures for Firefighters
None
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards
NA
6. Accidental Release Measures
Containment Techniques
NA
Spill/Leak Clean-Up Procedures and Equipment
Remove by mechanical means.
Evacuation Procedures
NA
Special Instructions
NA
Reporting Requirements
NA
7. Handling and Storage
Handling Practices and Warnings
Protect from atmospheric moisture.
Storage Practices and Warnings
Storage temperature (MIN/ Max): Ambient.
Shelf life: 3 years.
Special sensitivite: Store in sealed containers.
8. Exposure Control/Personal Protection
Ventilation Other Engineering Controls
None NA
Routes of Entry: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Normal Use: PPE for Emergencies:
Eye/Face None NA
Skin None required NA
Inhalation None NA
General Hygiene Considerations and Work Practices
NA
Protective Measures During Repair and Maintenance of Contaminated Equipment
NA
Other Protective Measures and Equipment
None
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Part Number(s):
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 17-888-55, 17-888-88,
Form WI04-11A Rev. 1
17-888-91, 17-888-92
Product Name: Tongue guards
Release Date: May 12, 2006
9. Physical and Chemical Characteristics
Appearance Odor
Physical form: Solid. Odorless
Color: Various F.D.A allowable colors.
Boiling Point 掳C / 掳F N/A
Normal Physical State:
Liquid Gas
Melting Point 掳C / 掳F NA
Solid (Other) Freezing Point 掳C / 掳F NA
Specific Gravity or Density (H20=1) Solubility in Water pH
0.91 - 0.97 Insoluble NA
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg @ 20掳C) Vapor Density (AIR= 1) Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1)
N/A NA NA
Other
Bulk density: N/A.
% Volatile by volume: N/A
10. Stability and Reactivity Data
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid)
None known.
Hazardous Products Produced During Decomposition
Decomposition products: Processing may release fumes which may include polymer fragments and other decomposition products. Fumes can be
irritating. At temperatures exceeding melt temperatures, polymer fragments can occur. Hazardous decomposition products depend upon
temperature, air supply and the presence of other materials. Hazardous decomposition products may include trace amounts of aldehydes, alcohols,
hydrocarbons, organic acids.
Hazardous Polymerization? Conditions to Avoid
掳C / 掳F NA
May Occur May Not Occur
Stability? Conditions to Avoid
Stable Unstable 掳C / 掳F Instability conditions: None known.
11. Toxicological Information
Toxicity Data, Epidemiology Studies, Carcinogenicity, Neurological Effects, Genetic or Reproductive Effects, or Structure Activity Data
CAUTION: Contact with hot material will cause thermal burns; Toxic gases/fumes are given off during burning or decomposition and may cause
allergic skin and respiratory reaction; Melted product is flammable and produces intense heat and dense smoke during burning.
12. Ecological Information
Toxicity, Environmental Fate, Physical/Chemical Data, or Other Data Supporting Environmental Hazard Statements
None
13. Disposal Considerations
Regulations
Waste disposal method: In accordance to federal, state or local regulations.
Properties (Physical/Chemical) Affecting Disposal
NA
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Part Number(s):
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 17-888-55, 17-888-88,
Form WI04-11A Rev. 1
17-888-91, 17-888-92
Product Name: Tongue guards
Release Date: May 12, 2006
14. Transport Information
Regulated for shipping? Proper Shipping Name Packing Group
Tongue guards NA
Yes No
Hazard Class Identification Number
Do changes in quantity, packaging, or shipment method change product classification?
Non-hazardous. Not hazardous by
Yes No
D.O.T regulations.
Other
Technical shipping name: Not regulated.
Product label: N/A.
Freight class bulk: N/A
Freight class package: N/A
15. Regulatory Information
Federal Regulations
SARA TITLE III:
SECTION 302
Extremely hazardous substances: None.
SECTION 311/312
Hazard categories: None.
SECTION 313
Toxic chemicals: None.
RERA STATUS: Non-hazardous.
International Regulations
NA
Other
HMIS RATINGS: Health - 0, Flammability 鈥?1, Reactivity - 0.
0= Minimal 1= Slight 2= Moderate 3= Serious 4= Severe
16. Other Information
Supplier Number: 31/17 Supplier Release: Rev: May 2, 2006
N/A = not applicable. NA = not available, N/E = not established. N/D = not determined.
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