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Loctite(R) 5248 Nuva-Sil(R) Medical Device Sealant
19987
1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product Name: Loctite(R) 5248 Nuva-Sil(R) Medical Device Sealant
Item No.: 19987
Product Type: RTV Silicone
2. COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredients CAS No. %
Polysiloxane Proprietary 80-85
Modified silicon dioxide 67762-90-7 10-15
Photoinitiator 6175-45-7 1-3
Silane derivative 2768-02-7 1-3
Titanium derivative 546-68-9 0.1-1
Alkyldisiloxane 107-46-0 0.1-0.5
METHYL ALCOHOL* 67-56-1 ***
* This component is listed as a SARA Section 313 Toxic Chemical.
***Exposure to moisture may release 1-3% methyl alcohol.
Ingredients which have exposure limits
Exposure Limits (TWA) ACGIH OSHA OTHER
Ingredients (TLV) (PEL)
Modified silicon dioxide 10 mg/m3 6 mg/m3 None
METHYL ALCOHOL 200ppm TWA skin 200ppm TWA skin None
262 mg/m3 skin 262 mg/m3 skin
Exposure Limits (STEL) ACGIH OSHA
Ingredients (TLV) (PEL)
METHYL ALCOHOL 250 ppm skin 250 ppm skin
328 mg/m3 skin 325 mg/m3 skin
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Toxicity: Skin and eye irritant. Moderately toxic by
ingestion.
Primary Routes of Entry: None known
Signs and symptoms
of Exposure: Methanol produced during cure may cause
drowsiness, nausea, and vomiting.
Existing Conditions
Aggravated by Exposure: None known
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3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION (continued)
Literature Referenced Carcinogen
Ingredients Target Organ and Other Health Effects NTP IARC OSHA
Polysiloxane No Data NO NO NO
Modified silicon dioxide No Data NO NO NO
Photoinitiator IRR NO NO NO
Silane derivative IRR NO NO NO
Titanium derivative IRR NO NO NO
Alkyldisiloxane IRR NO NO NO
METHYL ALCOHOL EYE IRR MET NER NO NO NO
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Abbreviations
EYE Eyes IRR Irritant
MET Metabolic NER Nervous System
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Keep individual calm.
Obtain medical attention.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Treat symptomatically.
Skin Contact: Wipe off paste with paper towel or cloth. Wash
exposed area with soap and water.
Eye Contact: Flush at least 15 minutes with water. Obtain
medical attention.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flash Point: More than 200癋 Method: Tag Closed Cup
Recommended
Extinguishing Agents: Carbon dioxide, foam, dry chemical
Hazardous Products formed
by Fire or Thermal Decomp Formaldehyde, silica mist, methanol.
Unusual Fire or
Explosion Hazards: May polymerize exothermically.
Explosive Limits:
(% by volume in air)Lower Not available
(% by volume in air)Upper Not available
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Steps to be taken in case
of spill or leak: Wipe or scrape up spilled material. Maintain good
ventilation for large spill. Place scrap material
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6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES (continued)
in a well-ventilated place and allow to cure to
rubber.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Safe Storage: Store in a dry area. Keep containers closed when
not in use. Avoid exposure to light.
(Contact Loctite Customer Service 1-800-243-4874 for shelf Life information)
Handling: Avoid skin and eye contact. Avoid breathing vapor.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
Eyes: Safety glasses or goggles.
Skin: Rubber or plastic gloves.
Ventilation: Provide local ventilation for prolonged use in a
confined area.
See Section 2 for Exposure Limits.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance: Clear paste
Odor: Alcoholic
Boiling Point: Not Applicable, Polymeric Material
pH: Does not apply
Solubility in Water: Polymerized
Specific Gravity 1.05
Volatile Organic Compound
(EPA Method 24) 4.3%; 45 grams per liter
Vapor Pressure: Less than 10mm at 70癋
Vapor Density: Not available
Evaporation Rate
(Ether = 1) Not available
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable
Hazardous Polymerization: May polymerize exothermically.
Incompatibility: Methanol liberated upon contact with moisture.
Conditions to Avoid: Not available
Hazardous Decomposition
Products (non-thermal): None
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
See Section 3.
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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No data available
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Recommended methods of
disposal: Cured rubber scrap can be incinerated following
EPA and local regulations.
EPA Hazardous Waste
Number NH - Not a RCRA Hazardous Waste Material
14. TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
DOT (49 CFR 172)
Domestic Ground Transport
Proper Shipping Name: Unrestricted
Hazard Class or
Division: Unrestricted
Identification Number: None
Marine Pollutant: None
IATA
Proper Shipping Name: Unrestricted
Class or Division: Unrestricted
UN or ID Number: None
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
CA Proposition 65: WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to
the State of California to cause birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
Toluene
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Estimated NFPA(R) Code:
Health Hazard: 2
Fire Hazard: 1
Reactivity Hazard: 1
Specific Hazard: Does not apply
Estimated HMIS(R) Code:
Health Hazard: 2
Flammability Hazard: 1
Reactivity Hazards: 1
Personal Protection: See Section 8.
NFPA is a registered trademark of the National Fire Protection Assn.
HMIS is a registered trademark of the National Paint and Coatings Assn.
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16. OTHER INFORMATION (continued)
Prepared By: Stephen Repetto
Title: Research Chemist, Health and Safety
Company: Loctite Corp., 1001 Tr Br Cr, Rocky Hill CT 06067
(24hr.) Phone: (860) 571-5100
Revision Date: January 22, 1996 Revision: 0001
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