Safety Data Sheet Collano 38.508
according to EC-directive 91/155/EWG
1. Identification of the Substance / Preparation and the Company / Undertaking
Trade name
Collano 38.508
Use of the substance / preparation
Thermoplastic hotmelt adhesive film
Chemical characterization
Thermoplastic adhesive film based on a blend of polyolefins and copolyamides
Supplier / Manufacturer
Collano Xiro AG Collano Xiro GmbH
Industriestrasse 18 Alter Postweg 19-21
CH-3185 Schmitten D-21614 Buxtehude
T +41 26 497 81 11 T +49 4161 72 58 0
F +41 26 497 81 01 F +49 4161 72 58 40
www.collano.com www.collano.com
Emergency telephone number
Toxikologisches Informationszentrum (CH) + 41 44 251 51 51
2. Composition / Information on Ingredients
Hazardous components
< 2% Epsilon-Caprolactam, CAS-Nr. 105-06-2, EINECS 203-313-2, Xn, R 20/22 - 36/37/38
Appearance
Film on siliconized paper
3. Hazards Identification
None
4. First Aid Measures
Inhalation
Move to fresh air in case of accidental inhalation of vapours of decomposition products and consult a physician.
Skin contact
Avoid contact with hot adhesive film. In case of burns cool with water, don't remove adherent material and consult a
physician.
Eye contact
Not applicable
Ingestion
Not applicable
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5. Fire-Fighting Measures
Suitable extinguishing media
Water mist, carbon dioxide, foam, dry chemicals. For larger fires use water mist or alcohol resistant foam.
Estinguishing media to avoid
No restrictions known so far
Hazardous decomposition products
In a fire or during decompositon hazardous and irritaiting products could be formed. At temperatures >250掳C (480掳F)
the product will start to decompose. Critical decompositon products are CO, CO2, acetic acid, HCN.
6. Accidental Release Measures
Personal precautions
Follow the recommendation in chapter 7.
Environmental precautions
Avoid disposal into the environment. The product is not biodegradable.
Methods for cleaning up
Collect mechanically
7. Handling and Storage
Handling
For use at elevated temperatures an adequate ventilation is recommended. Avoid temperatures above 220掳C (430掳
F).
Industrial hygiene
Practice general industrial care and caution.
Storage
Do not store below 0掳C (32掳F) or above 40掳C (104掳F).
Place of storage
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Fire- and explosion protection
Take precautionary measures against electrostatic charging. Keep away from sources of ignition.
8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Control of threshold limits
Epsilon-Caprolactam, CAS-Nr. 105-06-2, 5 mg/m3
Respiratory protection
No specific requirements.
Hand protection
Wear gloves if in contact with hot adhesive film.
Eye protection
Wear safety goggles if used at elevated temperatures.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Colour slightly opaque
Odour Odorless
Melting Range 120 - 130 掳C / 250 - 265 掳F
g/cm 3
0.97
Density
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Flash point Not applicable
Solubility in water Not water soluble
Oxidizing properties None
Explosive properties Not applicable
10. Stability and Reactivity
Materials and conditions to avoid
Thermal decomposition starts at 250掳C (480掳F).
Hazardous decomposition products
carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, acetic acide, hydrocyanic acid
Hazardous reactions
None known
11. Toxicological Information
Acute toxicity
Not expected to present a significant hazard due to the physical properties.
12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity
Ecological injuries are not known or expected under normal use.
13. Disposal Considerations
Waste from residues / unused product
Dispose of according to local and national regulations, e.g. dispose of preferably in a incineration plant suitable for
plastics.
Contaminated packaging
Dispose of according to local and national regulations.
European Waste Catalogue
07 02 13 Waste plastic
14. Transport Information
Further information
Not classified as dangerous in the meaning of transport regulations (ADR / RID / IMDG / IATA)
15. Regulatory Information
Regulatory information
This product does not require classification according to the criteria of the EC and the "Gefahrenstoffverordnung".
16. Other Information
Risk phrases
R20/22: Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed
R36/37/38: Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin
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Changes from previous version
Complete revision
Version 7 from 1.6.2007 , replaces the version from 12.7.2006
Issuing Division / Author
Collano Xiro AG
Dr. Bruno Traber
Entwicklung
Industriestrasse 18
CH-3185 Schmitten
The information provided in this safety data sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at
the date of its publication
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