Sartomer Company
Material Safety Data Sheet
Product: ESACURE KB1 Revised Date: 04-20-2004
MSDS ID: D-008796 Replaces Date: 08-03-2000
01. GENERAL INFORMATION
Sartomer Company, Inc.
Oaklands Corporate Center
502 Thomas Jones Way
Exton, Pennsylvania 19341
Emergency phone numbers:
800/424-9300 (CHEMTREC)
610/692-8401 (Sartomer Co., Inc.)
Product information:
610/363-4100
GENERIC NAME
Benzil Dimethyl Ketal
DOT PROPER SHIPPING NAME UN/NA NUMBER
N/AP N/AP
DOT HAZARD CLASS
Not regulated
02. SUMMARY OF HAZARDS
CAUTION
PHYSICAL HAZARDS: Potential dust explosion hazard
ACUTE HEALTH EFFECTS: Respiratory tract irritant
(SHORT-TERM) Not an eye irritant based on available data
Not expected to be a skin irritation hazard
Not expected to be a skin sensitization hazard
Not expected to be a skin absorption hazard
Not expected to be an ingestion hazard
CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS: An Ames test was negative indicating no mutagenic
(LONG-TERM) potential. See Supplement section of MSDS for
additional information.
03. COMPONENTS
COMPONENT NAME CAS NUMBER % COMPOSITION (BY WT.)
Benzil Dimethyl Ketal 24650-42-8 AP 100
04. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL DATA
BOILING POINT pH
N/AP N/AP
MELTING POINT DRY POINT
AP 64-67C/147-153F N/AP
SPECIFIC GRAVITY (H20=1 AT 39.2F) VOLATILE CHARACTERISTICS
AP 1.21 at 20C/68F Negligible
VISCOSITY UNITS, TEMP. (Brookfield) SOLUBILITY IN WATER
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Material Safety Data Sheet
Product: ESACURE KB1 Revised Date: 04-20-2004
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N/AP Insoluble
VAPOR PRESSURE STABILITY
N/DA Stable
VAPOR SP GR (AIR=1 AT 60 - 90F) HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION
N/AP Not expected to occur
APPEARANCE AND ODOR
Crystalline powder with no odor
CONDITIONS AND MATERIALS TO AVOID
Excessive light and moisture, excessively high temperatures, dusting
conditions;
Oxidizing agents, acids, sparks and open flames
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Acrid smoke-fumes/carbon monoxide/carbon dioxide and perhaps other toxic
vapors may be released during a fire involving this product.
Methyl alcohol will evolve upon contact with acids.
05. OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
SUBSTANCE SOURCE DATE TYPE VALUE TIME
PNOC - respirable
OSHA 1993 PEL 5 mg/m3 8 hours
ACGIH 2000 TLV 3 mg/m3 8 hours
PNOC - Total
OSHA 1993 PEL 15 mg/m3 8 hours
ACGIH 2000 TLV 10 mg/m3 8 hours
06. FIRE AND EXPLOSION
FLASH POINT METHOD= AUTOIGNITION TEMP. METHOD=
N/AP N/DA
FLAMMABLE LIMITS (% VOLUME IN AIR)
LOWER: N/DA UPPER: N/DA
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS
When mixed with air and exposed to ignition source, sufficient flammable
dust may exist to burn in the open space or explode if confined. Use good
house-keeping practices to avoid rendering dust airborne. Flammable vapors
may also be present from over heating/melting/decomposition. Vapors may
cause fire/explosion if source of ignition is present. Employ grounding,
venting and explosion relief provisions in accordance with accepted
engineering proctices in process operations capable of generating dust
and/or static electricity.
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Material Safety Data Sheet
Product: ESACURE KB1 Revised Date: 04-20-2004
MSDS ID: D-008796 Replaces Date: 08-03-2000
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Dry chemical
CO2
Water spray
Foam
Water fog
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING PROCEDURES
Do not enter fire area without proper protection. See section on
decomposition products possible. Fight fire from safe distance/protected
location. Apply aqueous extinguishing media carefully to prevent
frothing/steam explosion. Use water spray/fog for cooling. Avoid contact
with molten product to prevent serious burns. Avoid raising powdered
materials into airborne dust, creating an explosion hazard. Notify
authorities if liquid enters sewer/public waters.
07. HEALTH HAZARDS
ROUTES OF EXPOSURE
INHALATION
Powder and aerosols; or vapors which may be generated at elevated processing
temperatures may cause respiratory tract irritation. Symptoms may include
coughing, mucous production and shortness of breath.
EYE CONTACT -- PRIMARY ROUTE
No significant signs or symptoms indicative of any adverse health hazard are
expected to occur as a result of eye exposure. However, particulates/dust
entering the eye can cause mechanical irritation. Eyes may become red, feel
scratchy and tearing may occur.
SKIN ABSORPTION
No significant signs or symptoms indicative of any adverse health effects
are expected to occur as a result of skin absorption.
SKIN IRRITATION -- PRIMARY ROUTE
This material is not expected to cause skin irritation based on available
test data.
This material is not expected to be a skin sensitizer.
INGESTION
No significant signs or symptoms indicative of any adverse health hazard are
expected to occur as a result of ingestion.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE
No additional medical information found.
08. PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT / CONTROL MEASURES
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION
NIOSH/MSHA approved dust or mist respirator should be used if airborne
particulate is generated when handling this material.
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Material Safety Data Sheet
Product: ESACURE KB1 Revised Date: 04-20-2004
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EYE PROTECTION
Dust service goggles should be worn to prevent mechanical injury to eyes due
to airborne particles which may be associated with this product.
Contact lenses should not be worn.
SKIN PROTECTION
Not normally considered a skin hazard. Where use can result in skin contact,
practice good personal hygiene. Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild
soap and water before eating, drinking, smoking and when leaving work.
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Provide local exhaust or general room ventilation to minimize exposure to
dust. If mechanical ventilation is used, electrical systems should conform to
National Electric Code.
OTHER HYGIENIC PRACTICES
Emergency eye wash fountains and safety showers should be available in the
immediate vicinity of any potential exposure.
OTHER WORK PRACTICES
Use good personal hygiene practices. Wash hands before eating, drinking,
smoking, or using toilet facilities. Promptly remove soiled clothing/wash
thoroughly before reuse. Shower after work using plenty of soap and water.
09. EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID
INHALATION
Remove victim to fresh air immediately. Obtain emergency medical attention
if breathing difficulty persists beyond 15 minutes.
EYE CONTACT
Not expected to present a significant eye hazard. However, in case of eye
contact, rinse with clean water for 15-20 minutes, retracting eyelids often.
Obtain medical attention if redness, tearing, irritation or other adverse
effects occur.
SKIN CONTACT
Remove contaminated clothing as needed. Wash skin thoroughly with mild
soap/water. Flush with lukewarm water for 15 minutes. If sticky, use waterless
cleaner first.
INGESTION
Not expected to present a significant ingestion hazard under anticipated
conditions of normal use. However, if ingested, obtain emergency medical
attention.
EMERGENCY MEDICAL TREATMENT PROCEDURES
Treat symptomatically.
If pain, blinking, tears, or redness continue, patient should contact
ophthalmologist.
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Material Safety Data Sheet
Product: ESACURE KB1 Revised Date: 04-20-2004
MSDS ID: D-008796 Replaces Date: 08-03-2000
10. SPILL AND DISPOSAL
PRECAUTIONS IF MATERIAL IS SPILLED OR RELEASED
Potential dust explosion hazard. May contaminate water supplies/be harmful
to aquatic organisms. May cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic
environment. Extinguish all ignition sources. Avoid making dust. If
possible, recover the product; otherwise, collect. On land, sweep/
shovel into suitable disposal containers. Wash the materials used for
cleaning with water. On water, material is insoluble. Cointain and collect
as any solid. Report per regulatory requirements.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHODS
Comply with federal/state/local regulations for disposal.
11. ADDITIONAL PRECAUTIONS
HANDLING AND STORAGE PROCEDURES
Use good housekeeping practices during storage, transfer, handling and use
to avoid excessive dust accumulation. Store in dry protected location to
prevent moisture contact. Avoid temperatures GT 60C/140F (the product melts).
Electrical equipment must be grounded and conform to National Electric
Code. Pneumatic conveyance or transfer of this powder must be accomplished
in a nitrogen or other inert gas atmosphere rather than air. Sampling
procedures, including transporting and handling, should avoid dust/vapor
inhalation and skin/eye contact and only be conducted with proper protective
equipment. All containers should be labelled to warn against exposure. The
product should be used in well ventilated area. In order to maintain the
performance of the product, protect from light and moisture.
DECONTAMINATION PROCEDURES
Follow standard plant procedures or supervisor's instructions for
decontamination operations.
12. LABEL INFORMATION
USE STATEMENT
FOR INDUSTRIAL USE ONLY
SIGNAL WORD
CAUTION
PHYSICAL HAZARDS
POTENTIAL DUST EXPLOSION HAZARD
HEALTH HAZARDS
MAY CAUSE RESPIRATORY TRACT IRRITATION-PARTICULATES/DUST
PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES
DO NOT HANDLE NEAR HEAT, SPARKS, OR OPEN FLAME.
KEEP CONTAINER CLOSED WHEN NOT IN USE.
AVOID CONTACT WITH EYES, SKIN AND CLOTHING.
DO NOT BREATHE DUST.
USE ONLY WITH ADEQUATE VENTILATION/PERSONAL PROTECTION.
WASH THOROUGHLY AFTER HANDLING.
BEFORE USING PRODUCT, READ MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET (MSDS).
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Material Safety Data Sheet
Product: ESACURE KB1 Revised Date: 04-20-2004
MSDS ID: D-008796 Replaces Date: 08-03-2000
13. SUPPLEMENT
NPCA - HMIS RATING
Health 1
Flammability 3
Reactivity 0
Personal protection E
CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS INFORMATION:
This material was non mutagenic (Salmonella Typhimurium TA 98 and TA 100,
with and without metabolizing system in either the presence or absence of
daylight).
REGULATORY INFORMATION
TSCA STATUS:
TSCA status: All components of this product are listed, or excluded from
listing, on the United States Environmental Protection Agency Toxic Substances
Control Act (TSCA) inventory.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65:
California Proposition 65 Information: this product does not contain any
substances known to the state of California to cause cancer and/or
reproductive harm.
INTERNATIONAL INVENTORY STATUS:
Australia (AICS): included on inventory
Canada (DSL): included on inventory
China: included on inventory
Europe (EINECS): included on inventory
Japan (ENCS): included on inventory
Korea (ECL): included on inventory
Philippines (PICCS): included on inventory
*Note - qualifiers and codes used in this MSDS
EQ = Equal; AP = Approximately; LT = Less Than; GT = Greater Than;
TR = Trace; UK = Unknown; N/AP = Not Applicable; N/P = No Applicable
Information Found; N/DA = No Data Available
14. DISCLAIMERS
Some of the information presented and conclusions drawn herein are from
sources other than direct test data on the product itself. The information in
this MSDS was obtained from sources which we believe are reliable. However,
the information is provided without any warranty, express or implied,
regarding its correctness. The conditions or methods of handling, storage, use
and disposal of the product are beyond our control and may be beyond our
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Material Safety Data Sheet
Product: ESACURE KB1 Revised Date: 04-20-2004
MSDS ID: D-008796 Replaces Date: 08-03-2000
knowledge. For this and other reasons, we do not assume responsibility and
expressly disclaim liability for loss, damage or expense arising out of or in
any way connected with the handling, storage, use or disposal of the product.
This MSDS was prepared and is to be used only for this product. If the
product is used as a component in another product, this MSDS information may
not be applicable. This MSDS has been prepared in accordance with the
requirements of the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
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