PPSF
Material Safety Data Sheet 4/14/04
1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT & COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product Name Polyphenylsulfone
Common Name PPSF
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Thermoplastic filament for Stratasys庐 Inc. FDM modeler
General Use
Manufacturer and Address: Stratasys Inc. 14950 Martin Drive Minneapolis, MN
55344-2020 USA
Emergency Telephone Number: +1 952-937-3000
2. COMPOSITION, INGREDIENT INFORMATION
Component CAS # % OSHA/PEL ACGIH/TLV
Polyphenylsulfone Mixture 100 N\E N/E
thermoplastic
N/E = not established
PPSF is not considered hazardous under the criteria of the Federal OSHA Hazard
Communication Standard 29 CFR 搂 1910.1200.
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Emergency Overview Thermoplastic mixture
HMIS Ratings Health: 0 Flammability: 1 Reactivity: 0
Inhalation Dust may irritate the respiratory system and cause
coughing or sneezing
Eye Contact Dust may be irritating to the eyes
Skin Contact Contact with molten material will cause thermal burns
Ingestion May irritate the intestinal tract
Chronic No data available
Carcinogencity None of the components of this mixture is listed by NTP,
OSHA, or ACGIH as a carcinogen
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4. EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is
difficult, give oxygen. Call a physician.
Skin Contact Remove contaminated clothing. Wash thoroughly with
soap and water immediately. Get medical attention if
irritation or burns develop.
Eye Contact In cases of contact, hold eyelids apart and immediately
flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
Call a physician.
Ingestion If swallowed, call a physician. If conscious, drink a large
amount of water. Never give anything orally to an
unconscious person.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES AND EXPLOSION HAZARD
DATA
Flash Point Non-flammable
Autoignition Temperature 936掳 F (502掳 C)
Extinguishing Media Agents approved for Class 鈥淎鈥? hazards (i.e., foam, steam)
or water fog
Special Fire-Fighting Procedures Evacuate personnel to a safe area. Keep personnel
informed and away from fire. Wear self-contained
breathing apparatus and full protective equipment.
Unusual Fire and Explosion None known
Hazards
Hazardous Decomposition Thermal decomposition will produce oxides of carbon and
Products phosphorous
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
General Notify the appropriate authorities immediately. Take all
additional action necessary to prevent and remedy the
adverse effects of the spill.
Specific Contain spill. Sweep up material for recycling or disposal.
Do not wash residues into drains or other waterways.
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7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling Keep dry and avoid temperatures over 70掳C
Storage Store in a cool, well-ventilated area. Keep container
tightly closed
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION
Ventilation Use with adequate ventilation
Respiratory Use proper respiratory equipment if dust is generated
Protective Gloves Not needed other than when handling material at
elevated temperatures
Eye Protection Wear safety goggles to prevent contact with eyes
Skin None required; however, use of protective gloves/clothing
is good industrial practice
Other Use protective clothing as appropriate
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance Opaque or colored solid
Odor Odorless
Vapor Pressure Not applicable
Vapor Density Not applicable
Melting Point Not determined
Boiling Point Not applicable
Specific Gravity 1.29
Volatile by Volume (water) Not determined
Solubility in Water Insoluble
pH Not applicable
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10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability Stable under normal recommended storage and handling
conditions (see section 7)
Hazardous Polymerization Will not occur
Incompatibility Prolonged contact with aromatic solvents
Hazardous Thermal Thermal decomposition will produce oxides of carbon,
Decomposition Products silicon, and sulfur
11. TOXICOLOGICAL DATA
Acute Oral No data available. Not expected to be harmful.
Acute Dermal No data available. Not expected to be harmful.
Acute Inhalation No data available. Not expected to be harmful.
Skin Irritation No data available. Not expected to be harmful.
Eye Irritation No data available. Not expected to be harmful.
Genotoxicity No data available. Not expected to be harmful.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Fish Toxicity No data available
Daphnia Toxicity No data available
Bioaccumulation No data available
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Disposal of wastes and used containers must be in accordance with applicable federal, state and
local regulations.
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14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION (NOT MEANT TO BE ALL-
INCLUSIVE)
U.S. Department of Transportation This product is not regulated by D.O.T. when shipped
(D.O.T.) domestically by land
Canadian TDG Information This product is not regulated by TDG when shipped
domestically by land
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION (NOT MEANT TO BE ALL-
INCLUSIVE)
All components of this product are listed on these chemical inventories: U.S. TSCA, Canadian
DSL, EU EINECS, Japanese ENCS, Korean ECL, Australian AICS
16. OTHER INFORMATION
THE INFORMATION contained in the PROCEEDING report is based upon current knowledge,
our experience with the product, and is not exhaustive. While not guaranteed, the information
presented herein was prepared by a competent, technical professional and is true and accurate to
the best of our knowledge. The information applies to the product as defined by the
specifications. If the product is mixed with other substances, the customer must confirm that no
new hazards exist. In all cases, the user is not exempt from following all legal, administrative and
regulatory procedures relating to the product, personal hygiene, and the integrity of the work
environment. Stratasys庐 shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from
contact and use with the above product.
Revision History
Revision Revision Date
1.0 5/29/02
1.1 5/23/03
1.2 4/14/04
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