MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET MSDS #53-575-001
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CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND IDENTIFICATION
CGC Inc.
Product Safety: 1 (800) 507-8899
350 Burnhamthorpe Rd. W., 5th Floor
www.cgcinc.com
Mississauga, Ontario L5B 3J1
Version Date: January 1, 2008
(905) 803-5600 Fax (905) 803-5688
Version: 6
A Subsidiary of USG Corporation
PRODUCT(S) Plaster Bonder
CHEMICAL FAMILY /
Aqueous blend of polymers
GENERAL CATEGORY
SYNONYMS Bonder
SECTION 2
HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW:
螖WARNING!
This product is not expected to produce any unusual hazards during normal use. Exposure to high dust, mist or vapor
levels may irritate the skin, eyes, nose, throat, or upper respiratory tract. Exposure to high vapor levels of ethylene
glycol may cause slight headache, dizziness, nausea, drowsiness, and/or stupor.
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS (See Section 11 for more information)
ACUTE :
Exposure to dust, mist or vapors generated during the handling, spray application or use of the product
may irritate eyes, skin, nose, throat, and upper respiratory tract. Persons subjected to large amounts of
this dust, mist or vapor will be forced to leave area because of nuisance conditions such as coughing,
sneezing and nasal irritation. Labored breathing may occur after excessive inhalation. If respiratory
symptoms persist, consult physician. Breathing of butyl benzyl phthalate vapors can cause slight
Inhalation
headache, dizziness, nausea, drowsiness, and/or stupor. Breathing of ethylene glycol vapors can
cause slight headache, dizziness, nausea, drowsiness, and/or stupor. Exposure to high vapor levels
may irritate the nose, throat, or upper respiratory tract. Labored breathing may occur after excessive
inhalation. If respiratory symptoms persist, consult physician.
Dust/mist/vapors can cause mechanical irritation of eyes. If burning, redness, itching, pain or other
Eyes symptoms persist or develop, consult physician. Butyl benzyl phthalate vapors may cause slight
temporary eye irritation. Ethylene glycol vapors may cause slight temporary eye irritation.
Skin None known.
Ingestion None known.
CHRONIC:
Prolonged and repeated exposure to butyl benzyl phthalate may cause nervous system damage.
Animal studies indicate that prolonged and repeated overexposure to ethylene glycol may cause kidney
and/or liver damage and birth defects. Overexposure is highly unlikely at concentrations present in this
Inhalation product. Repeated and prolonged exposure to iron oxide dust may cause a benign pneumoconiosis
called siderosis. The ACGIH recommended limit is set to protect against siderosis, any exposure is
expected to remain well below OSHA regulatory and ACGIH recommended limits during normal
handling and use of this product.
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Eyes None known.
Skin None known.
Ingestion None known.
TARGET ORGANS: Eyes, skin and respiratory system.
PRIMARY ROUTES OF ENTRY: Inhalation, eyes and skin contact.
CARCINOGENICITY CLASSIFICATION OF INGREDIENT(S) All substances listed are associated with the nature of
the raw materials used in the manufacture of this product and are not independent components of the product
formulation. All substances, if present, are at levels well below regulatory limits. See Section 11: Toxicology
Information for detailed information.
MATERIAL IARC NTP ACGIH CAL- 65
Vinyl Acetate Monomer 2B Not Listed A3 Not Listed
Acetaldehyde 2B 2 A3 Listed
Formaldehyde 1 2 A2 Listed
1,4 Dioxane 2B 2 A3 Listed
Acetaldehyde 2B 2 A3 Listed
IARC - International Agency for Research on Cancer: 1- Carcinogenic to humans; 2A 鈥? Probably carcinogenic to
humans; 2B 鈥? Possibly carcinogenic to humans; 3 - Not classifiable as a carcinogen; 4 鈥? Probably not a carcinogen
NTP 鈥? National Toxicology Program (Health and Human Services Dept., Public Health Service, NIH/NIEHS): 1-
Known to be carcinogen; 2- Anticipated to be carcinogens
ACGIH 鈥? American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists: A1 鈥? Confirmed human carcinogen; A2 鈥?
Suspected human carcinogen; A3 鈥? Animal carcinogen; A4 - Not classifiable as a carcinogen; A5 鈥? Not suspected as
a human carcinogen
CAL-65 鈥? California Proposition 65 鈥淐hemicals known to the State of California to Cause Cancer鈥?
POTENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS: A component of this product, butyl benzyl pthalate meets the definition of
a marine pollutant. (See Section 12 for more information)
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COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
MATERIAL WT% CAS #
Water <50 7732-18-5
Vinyl Acetate Polymer >40 9003-20-7
Or Ethylene Vinyl Acetate Polymer 24937-78-8
Butyl Benzyl Phthalate <5 85-68-7
Ethylene Glycol <5 107-21-1
1309-37-1
Iron Oxide < 0.2
All ingredients of this product are included in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency鈥檚 Toxic Substances Control
Act Chemical Substance Inventory and the Canadian Domestic Substances List (DSL).
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FIRST AID MEASURES
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FIRST AID PROCEDURES
Remove to fresh air. Leave the area of exposure and remain away until coughing and other symptoms
Inhalation
subside. Other measures are usually not necessary, however if conditions warrant, contact physician.
In case of contact, do not rub or scratch your eyes. To prevent mechanical irritation, flush thoroughly
Eyes
with water for 15 minutes. If irritation persists, consult physician.
Skin Wash with mild soap and water. If irritation persists, consult physician.
Ingestion This product is not intended to be ingested or eaten. If gastric disturbance occurs, call physician.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS WHICH MAY BE AGGRAVATED: Pre-existing upper respiratory and lung diseases such
as, but not limited to, bronchitis, emphysema and asthma. Pre-existing skin diseases such as, but not limited to,
rashes and dermatitis.
NOTES TO PHYSICIAN: Treatment should be directed at the control of symptoms and the clinical condition.
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FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
General Fire Hazards None known
Extinguishing Media Water or use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures Wear appropriate personal protective equipment. See section 8.
Unusual Fire and Explosion
None known
Hazards
Above 175潞 C 鈥? polyvinyl acetate may decompose to H2O, CO2, CO, and
Hazardous Combustion Products
acetic acid, could produce vinyl acetate monomers.
Flash Point Auto Ignition
Not Determined Not Applicable
Method Used Not Applicable Flammability
Not Applicable
Classification
Upper Flammable Limit (UFL) Not Determined
Lower Flammable Limit (LFL) Rate of Burning
Not Determined Not Applicable
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ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
CONTAINMENT: No special precautions. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment. See section 8.
CLEAN-UP: Use normal clean up procedures. No special precautions.
DISPOSAL: Follow all local, state, provincial and federal regulations. Never discharge large releases directly into
sewers or surface waters.
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HANDLING AND STORAGE
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HANDLING: Avoid dust/mist/vapor contact with eyes. Wear the appropriate eye protection against dust/mist/vapor
(See Section 8). Minimize dust/mist/vapor generation and accumulation. Avoid breathing dust/mist/vapors. Wear the
appropriate respiratory protection against dust/mist/vapor in poorly ventilated areas and if TLV is exceeded (see
Sections 2 and 8). Use good safety and industrial hygiene practices. Avoid breathing vapors.
STORAGE: Store in a cool, dry, ventilated area away from sources of heat, moisture and incompatibilities (see
Section 10). Do not use if material has spoiled, i.e., there is a moldy appearance or an unpleasant odor. Close
container and discard properly. Keep tightly sealed following use.
SECTION 8
EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
TLV (mg/m3) PEL( mg/m3)
MATERIAL WT%
Water <50 (NE) (NE)
Vinyl Acetate Polymer >40 (NE) (NE)
Or Ethylene Vinyl Acetate Polymer (NE) (NE)
Butyl Benzyl Phthalate <5 (NE) (NE)
100 ceiling (NE)
Ethylene Glycol <5
5 10
Iron Oxide < 0.2
(T)鈥揟otal; (R)鈥揜espirable; (NE)-Not Established; (C)-Ceiling; (STEL)-Short-term exposure limit
(F)-Fume; (Du)-Dust; (M)-Mist
ppm-part per million; f/cc-fiber per cubic centimeter; mppcf- million particles per cubic foot
ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Provide ventilation sufficient to control airborne dust/mist/vapor levels. If user
operations generate airborne dust/mist/vapor, use ventilation to keep dust concentrations below permissible exposure
limits. Where general ventilation is inadequate, use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other
engineering controls to control dust/mist/vapor levels below permissible exposure limits. Use proper ventilation to
reduce vapor exposures. Where general ventilation is inadequate, use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation,
or other engineering controls to control vapor levels due to ethylene glycol below permissible exposure limits. If
engineering controls are not possible, wear a properly fitted NIOSH/MSHA-approved vapor respirator. A respiratory
program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements must be followed whenever workplace
conditions warrant a respirator's use.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Wear a NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator equipped with particulate cartridges when
dusty or misty in poorly ventilated areas, and if TLV is exceeded. A respiratory program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR
1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant a respirator's use.
If engineering controls are not possible, wear a properly fitted NIOSH/MSHA-approved particulate respirator.
OTHER PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
Eye/Face Wear eye protection, safety glasses or goggles, to avoid possible eye contact.
Skin Wear gloves and protective clothing to prevent repeated or prolonged skin contact.
Selection of Personal Protective Equipment will depend on environmental working conditions and
General
operations.
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PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance Vapor Density (Air = 1)
Gray to off white < 1(same as water)
Odor Specific Gravity (H2O = 1)
Slight acrylic odor ~1.0-1.2
Aquesous acrylic
Odor Threshold Solubility in water (g/100g)
Not Determined
emulsion
Physical State Partition Coefficient
Paste Not Determined
pH @ 25 潞 C Auto-ignition Temp
~8.5 - 9.5 Not Determined
Melting Point Decomposition Temp
Not Applicable Not Determined
Freezing Point Viscosity
32潞F/ 0潞C Not Determined
Boiling Point Particle Size
212潞F/ 100潞C Not Determined
Flash Point Bulk Density
Not Determined 7.8 - 8.5 lbs/gal
< 1(same as
Evaporation Rate (BuAc = 1) Molecular Weight Mixture
water)
Upper Flammable Limit (UFL) VOC Content
Not Determined Not Determined
Lower Flammable Limit (LFL) Percent Volatile
Not Determined Not Determined
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg) ~24 mmHg@ 25潞C
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CHEMICAL STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABILITY Stable.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID Contact with incompatibles (see below).
INCOMPATIBILITY None known.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION None known.
Above 175潞 C 鈥? polyvinyl acetate may decompose to H2O, CO2, CO,
and acetic acid, could produce vinyl acetate monomers. Thermal
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION
decomposition may yield acrylic monomers, carbon dioxide and
carbon monoxide.
SECTION 11
TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ACUTE EFFECTS: Ethylene glycol: Oral LD50 rat > 6.14 g/kg; Oral LD50 mouse > 14.6 g/kg; Oral LD50 guinea pig >
8.2 g/kg; Oral LD50 dog > 8.81 g/kg (LD50 and LC50: Not Available for product.)
CHRONIC EFFECTS / CARCINOGENICITY:
Vinyl acetate/acetaldehyde/formaldehyde: Ethylene vinyl acetate polymer is a common emulsion polymer most
familiar as the component of ordinary white glue which exhibits the 鈥渟ticky鈥? characteristic. Ethylene vinyl acetate
polymer is not classified as a carcinogen by IARC, NTP or ACGIH. Trace amounts of residual vinyl acetate
monomers, acetaldehyde and formaldehyde may be associated with the production of ethylene vinyl acetate polymer.
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Any exposure to vinyl acetate monomer, acetaldehyde, or formaldehyde is expected to remain well below OSHA
regulatory and ACGIH recommended limits during normal handling and use of this product.
Ethylene Glycol: Animal studies indicate that prolonged and repeated overexposure to ethylene glycol may cause
kidney and/or liver damage and birth defects. Overexposure is highly unlikely at concentrations present in this
product. Trace amounts of 1,4 dioxane, acetaldehyde and ethylene glycol monomethyl ether may be associated with
the production of ethylene glycol. Any exposure to these substances is expected to remain well below OSHA
regulatory and ACGIH recommended limits during normal handling and use of this product.
Iron Oxide dust: Repeated and prolonged exposure to iron oxide dust may cause a benign pneumoconiosis called
siderosis. The ACGIH recommended limit is set to protect against siderosis, any exposure is expected to remain well
below OSHA regulatory and ACGIH recommended limits during normal handling and use of this product.
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ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICITY: A component of this product, butyl benzyl pthalate meets the definition of a marine
pollutant.
Ecotoxicity value Not determined.
SECTION 13
DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD: Dispose of material in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations. Never
discharge directly into sewers or surface waters. Consult with environmental regulatory agencies for guidance on
acceptable disposal practices.
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TRANSPORT INFORMATION
U.S. DOT INFORMATION: Not a hazardous material per DOT shipping requirements. Not classified or regulated.
Shipping Name Same as product name.
Hazard Class Not classified.
UN/NA # None. Not classified.
Packing Group None.
Label (s) Required Not applicable.
GGVSec/MDG-Code Not classified.
ICAO/IATA-DGR Not applicable.
RID/ADR None.
ADNR None.
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REGULATORY INFORMATION
UNITED STATES REGULATIONS
All ingredients of this product are included in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency鈥檚 Toxic Substances Control
Act Chemical Substance Inventory.
CERCLA
Sec. 112
3 3 3
RCRA
MATERIAL WT% 0 0 1
Code
CAA
2 4 3
Water <50 NL NL NL NL NL NL
Vinyl Acetate Polymer >40 NL NL NL NL NL NL
Or Ethylene Vinyl Acetate Polymer NL NL NL NL NL NL
Butyl Benzyl Phthalate <5 NL NL NL 100 NL NL
NL NL X 5,000NL NL
Ethylene Glycol <5
NL NL NL NL NL NL
Iron Oxide < 0.2
Key : NL = Not Listed
SARA Title III Section 302 (EPCRA) Extremely Hazardous Substances: Threshold Planning Quantity (TPQ)
SARA Title III Section 304 (EPCRA) Extremely Hazardous Substances: Reportable Quantity (RQ)
SARA Title III Section 313 (EPCRA) Toxic Chemicals: X= Subject to reporting under section 313
CERCLA Hazardous Substances: Reportable Quantity (RQ)
CAA Section 112 (r) Regulated Chemicals for Accidental Release Prevention: Threshold Quantities(TQ)
RCRA Hazardous Waste: RCRA hazardous waste code
CANADIAN REGULATIONS
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of Controlled Product regulations and the
MSDS contains all the information required by the Controlled Products Regulations. All ingredients of this product are
included in the Canadian Domestic Substances List (DSL).
WHMIS
MATERIAL WT% IDL Item #
Classification
Water <50 Not Listed Not Listed
Vinyl Acetate Polymer >40 Not Listed Not Listed
Or Ethylene Vinyl Acetate Polymer Not Listed Not Listed
Butyl Benzyl Phthalate <5 241 Not Listed
716 D2A
Ethylene Glycol <5
762 Not Listed
Iron Oxide < 0.2
IDL Item#: Canadian Hazardous Products Act 鈥? Ingredient Disclosure List Item #
WHMIS Classification: Workplace Hazardous Material Information System
Risk and Safety Phrases defined by European Union Directive 67/548/EEC (Annex III and IV)
R-Phrase(s): R36/37/38
S-Phrase(s): S2
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OTHER INFORMATION
Label Information
螖 WARNING!
Vapors and/or dust may cause irritation to eyes, skin, nose, throat and upper respiratory tract. Avoid irritation by
reducing exposures to vapors, dust and direct contact. Use in a well-ventilated area or provide sufficient local
ventilation. If vapor levels are high or if dusty, wear a NIOSH/MSHA-approved vapor or dust respirator. Wear eye
protection and protective impervious gloves. If eye contact occurs, flush thoroughly with water for 15 minutes. If
irritation persists, call physician. Wash with soap and water after use. Do not ingest. If ingested, call physician. Do
not use if material has spoiled, i.e., there is a moldy appearance or an unpleasant odor. Close container and discard
properly. Product safety information: (800) 507-8899 or www.cgcinc.com.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
INFORMATION FOR HANDLING AND IDENTIFICATION OF CHEMICAL HAZARDS
0 = Minimal Hazard
*
HEALTH 1
0
NFPA Ratings: HIMS Ratings: 1 = Slight Hazard
0
FLAMMABILITY
1 0
Health: 1 Health: 1 2 = Moderate Hazard
0
PHYSICAL HAZARD
Fire: 0 Fire: 0 3 = Serious Hazard
B
PERSONAL PROTECTION
Reactivity: 0 Reactivity: 0 4 = Severe Hazard
B - Safety glasses and gloves
Key/Legend
TLV Threshold Limit Value
PEL Permissible Exposure Limit
CAS Chemical Abstracts Service (Registry Number)
NIOSH National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
MSHA Mine Safety and Health Administration
OSHA Occupational Health and Safety Administration
ACGIH American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
IARC International Agency for Research on Cancer
DOT United States Department of Transportation
EPA United States Environmental Protection Agency
NFPA National Fire Protection Association
HMIS Hazardous Materials Identification System
PPE Personal Protection Equipment
TSCA Toxic Substances Control Act
DSL Canadian Domestic Substances List
NDSL Canadian Non-Domestic Substances List
SARA Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986
CAA Clean Air Act
Emergency Planning & Community Right-to-know Act
EPCRA
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RCRA Resource Conservation and Recovery Act
CERCLA Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act of 1980
UN/NA# United Nations/North America number
CFR Code of Federal Regulations
WHMIS Workplace Hazardous Material Information System
Prepared by:
Product Safety
USG Corporation
550 West Adams Street
Chicago, IL 60661-3637
The information contained in this document applies to this specific material as supplied. It may not be valid for this
material if it is used in combination with any other materials. It is the user鈥檚 responsibility to satisfy oneself as to the
suitability and completeness of this information for his/her own particular use.
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