Updated February 29, 2008
Microcrystalline Wax
Material Safety Data Sheet ( MSDS)
1. Product Identification 7. Hazards Identification
Product Name: Microcrystalline Wax Eye: Solid material is not expected to be an eye irritant; however,
contact with molten wax may cause thermal burns. Vapors from
INCI Name: Microcrystalline Wax
molten wax may cause watering of the eyes.
Chemistry: Mineral
CAS Number: 63231-60-7 Skin: Solid material is not expected to be a skin irritant; however
skin contact with molten wax may cause thermal burns. No harmful
EINECS Number:
effects from skin absorption are expected.
2. Physical & Chemical Properties Inhalation: Vapors emitted from molten wax are expected to have a
low degree of irritation by inhalation.
Melting Point: 145 155 F/62 68 C
Boiling Point: >650 F/343 C Ingestion: No harmful effects expected.
Non-Volatiles: negligible Signs and Symptoms: Effects of overexposure may include irrita-
tion of the nose and throat.
Viscosity: no data available
Cancer: No data available.
Specific Gravity: Approx. 0.96
Solubility in water: insoluble Target Organs: No data available.
Refractive Index: no data available Developmental: No data available.
Appearance & Odor: White solid with characteristic odour. Pre-existing Medical Conditions: None known.
3. Stability & Reactivity 8. First Aid Measures
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions of storage and Eyes: If irritation or redness develops from exposure to fumes gen-
handling. erated during hot-melt processing operations, move victim away
from exposure and into fresh air. Flush eyes with clean water. If
Conditions to Avoid: Avoid all possible sources of ignition.
irritation or redness persists, seek medical attention. For contact with
Incompatible Materials: Avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents.
the molten material, gently open eyelids and flush affected area with
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Combustion can yield major
amounts of oxides of carbon and minor amounts of oxides of sulfur and cold water. Seek immediate medical attention.
nitrogen. Skin: For contact with molten material, leave material on skin and
flush or immerse affected area using cold water. Seek medical atten-
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
tion.
4. Handling & Storage Inhalation: If respiratory symptoms develop from exposure to fumes
emitted by the molten material, move victim away from source of
Handling precautions: Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not wear
contaminated clothing or shoes. Use good personal hygiene practice. exposure and into fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical at-
tention. If breathing difficulties should develop, oxygen should be
Storage Precautions: Keep containers tightly closed. Use and store
this material in cool, dry, well-ventilated areas away from heat and all administered by qualified personnel. Seek immediate medical atten-
sources of ignition. Store only in approved containers. Keep away from tion.
any incompatible material. Protect containers against physical damage. Ingestion: First aid is not normally required for the solid material;
however, if molten material is swallowed, seek immediate medical
Other Precautions: none specified
attention.
5. Accidental Release Measures
This material may burn but will not ignite readily. Keep all sources of 9. Fire Fighting Measures
ignition away from spill/release. Stay upwind and away from spill. Iso- Flash Point: 400 F (COC) Minimum
late danger area and keep unauthorized personnel out. Contain spill if it Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, foam, water, sand, or earth is
can be done with minimal risk. Wear appropriate protective equipment, recommended.
including respiratory protection, as conditions warrant. Prevent spilled Fire Fighting Procedures: Emergency responders in the danger
material from entering sewers, storm drains, other unauthorized treat- area should wear bunker gear and self contained breathing appara-
ment drainage systems and natural waterways. Notify fire authorities tus for fires beyond the incipient state. In addition, responders
and appropriate federal, state and local agencies. Cleanup under ex- should wear other appropriate protective equipment as conditions
pert supervision is advised. Minimize dust generation. Sweep up and warrant. Isolate danger area, keep unauthorized personnel out. Con-
package appropriately for disposal. tain spill if it can be done with minimal risk. Move undamaged con-
tainers from danger area if it can be done with minimal risk. With
water, cool equipment exposed to fire if it can be done with minimal
6. Exposure Controls & Personal Protection
risk.
Respiratory Protection: None required when working with the solid
material. If airborne concentrations of wax fumes, generated from mol-
ten wax, are expected, a NIOSH/MSHA approved air purifying respira- 10. Toxicological Information
tor with a dust/mist/fume filter may be used. No definitive information available on carcinogenicity, mutagenicity,
target organs or developmental toxicity.
Protective Clothing: Not normally required for solid material. The use
of thermally-resistant gloves is recommended when there is a potential
for exposure to molten wax. 11. Disposal Consideration
This material, if discarded as produced, is not a RCRA listed or
Other Protective Measures: Approved eye protection to safeguard
against potential eye contact, irritation, or injury is recommended. A characteristic hazardous waste. Use which results in chemical or
source of clean water should be available in the work area for flushing physical change or contamination may subject it to hazardous waste
eyes and skin. Impervious clothing should be worn as needed. regulations. Along with properly characterizing all waste materials,
consult state and local regulations regarding the proper disposal of
this material.
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