MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET (MSDS)
PVC RESIN
1. CHEMICAL IDENTITY:
Chemical Name PolyvinylChloride(PVC)Resin Trade Name REON -- PVC Resin
Synonyms PVC, Vinylchloride homopolymer Chemical Polymer
Classification
Formula (-H2C-CH-Cl-)n CAS No. 9002-86-2
U.N. Number Not listed U.N. Hazard Class Not Pertinent
Hazchem Code Not pertinent ADR H.I.N Not listed
(E.A.C.)
Uses: It is a versatile thermoplastic and used for packaging, making cables, containers, hoses, various household
articles etc.
2. PHYSICAL DATA :
Not Pertinent Physical State Solid
Boiling Point /Range,掳C
Melting / Freezing Point, 掳C Not Pertinent Vapour Pressure Not Pertinent Appearance : White
Powder
(at 20掳C), mm Hg
Vapour Density (Air = 1) Not Pertinent Solubility in water Insoluble Odour : Odourless
(at 30掳C)
1.4 PH Not Pertinent Other Information :
Sp. Gravity (at 20掳C)
Soluble in Chlorniated HC,
(Water = 1)
cyclohexanone & certain
other HC
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA :
Flash Pt., 掳C (CC) DNA Flammability,LEL%v Not TDQ Flammability Not Pertinent
UEL%v Pertinent
(OC)
No Explosion Sensitivity No Autoignition Not Pertinent
Explosion Sensitivity
Temperature, 掳C
to Static Electricity
to Impact
Combustible Material Yes Explosive Material No Hazardous No
Polymerisation
No Oxidiser No Corrosive Material No
Flammable Material
No Organic Peroxide No Other Information Emits HCl in fire
Pyrophoric Material
It burns in the presence of flame, extinguishes on withdrawing flame
Hazardous
Combustion Products
3. REACTIVITY DATA:
Stable under normal conditions
Chemical Stability
Aromatic or Chlorinated Hydrocarbons & Ketones
Incompatibility with Other Material
Generally inert, Reacts violently with fluorine
Reactivity
Not pertinent
Hazardous Reaction Products
4. HEALTH HAZARD DATA :
1. Absorption through skin, 2. Inhalation, 3. Ingestion
Route of Entry
May cause allergic dermatitis, Irritation of eyes and upper respiratory tract
Effects of Exposure / Symptoms
Flush eyes with plenty of water for atleast 10 minutes. Remove
Emergency Treatment
contaminated clothing. Wash affected skin with soap and water. If
inhaled, remove victim to fresh air. Give artificial respiration, if breathing
has stopped. Accidental ingestion is highly unlikely. Obtain medical
attention immediately.
5. PREVENTIVE MEASURES :
Use PVC or Rubber gloves and apron, gum-boots, goggles
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE
Face-shield and overalls. Use breathing apparatus, if required
EQUIPMENT
Store in cool, clean, ventilated, fireproof storage area. Keep
HANDLING & STORAGE
away from heat sparks, open flame and incompatible materials
PRECAUTIONS
(Strong oxidizing agents). Protect containers against physical damage
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET (MSDS)
PVC RESIN
6. EMERGENCY AND FIRST-AID MEASURES :
Fire (Class of Fire : A)
Water fog or dry agent (CO2, dry chemical powder or halon),
Fire Extinguishing Media
self-extinguishing when flame is removed
None
Special Procedures
Toxic Fumes may be evolved
Unusual Hazards
EXPOSURE :
Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water for 10 minutes.
First-Aid Measures
Skin : Remove contaminated clothing and wash affected skin
with soap and water
Inhalation : Remove victim to fresh air
Ingestion : It is highly unlikely (ingestion is not toxic)
Obtain medical attention immediately
Not pertinent
Antidotes / Dosages
Not pertinent
SPILLS
Stop leak, if safe to do so. Contain spillage. Absorb in sand or
Steps to be taken
earth for disposal. Eliminate all sources of ignition. Use personal
protective equipment. Cordon off the area. Stay upwind.
Remove by sweeping and store in a safe area. Use vacuum
Waste Disposal Method
cleaner, if available. Do not use compressed air for cleaning.
7. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / REFERENCES :
ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity Not toxic under normal conditions
Persistence Non-biodegradable
Other Information --
REFERENCES (FOR OBTAINING MORE INFORMATION)
1. Hazardous Chemicals Data Book : 3. Handbook of Environmental Data :
G.Weiss Noyes Data Corpn., USA Karen Verschureren Van Nostrand Reinhold
Co., USA
2. The Sigma-Aldrich Library of Chemical 4. Toxic & Hazardous Industrial Chemicals
Safety Data : Sigma - Aldrich Corporation, USA Safety Manual - The International Technical
Information Institute - Tokyo - Japan
8. MANUFACTURERS / SUPPLIER'S DATA :
Manufacturing Plant :
RELIANCE INDUSTRIES LIMITED
REGD. OFFICE : RELIANCE INDUSTRIES LIMITED
MAKER IV, NARIMAN POINT, HAZIRA MANUFACTURING DIVISION,
MUMBAI - 400 021 SURAT-HAZIRA ROAD, VIL. MORA, P.O.
TEL : 022-30325000 BHATHA - SURAT, PIN : 394 510
FAX : 022-2852228 / 2042268 TEL : 0261-3035999
FAX : 0261-3035649
9. DISCLAIMER :
Information contained in this Material Safety Data Sheet is believed to be reliable but no representation,
guarantee or warranties of any kind are made as to its accuracy, suitability for a particular application etc.
It is upto the User / Distributor to ensure that the information contained in the material safety data sheet is
relevant to the product manufactured or sold as the case may be. Reliance Industries Limited and
Reliance Group of Companies makes no warranties, expressed or implied, in respect of the adequacy of
this document for any particular purpose.
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