Polymer Coatings & Repair Products.
S&P SPECIALTIES COMPANY, LLC
2403 S. Philippe Ave.
Gonzales, LA 70769
Tel: 225-644-4074
Fax: 225-647-1644
Material Safety Data Sheet NOVALAR UCR
Effective Date: September 2007
1. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Trade Name: NOVALAR UCR Ultimate Chemical Resistant
Chemical Family: Epoxy
Intended Use or Product Type: Epoxy Coating
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
OSHA Hazardous Ingredients: NA
Resin: Novolac Resin: CAS# 28064-14-4, 10-40%
Exposure Limits: TLV, PEL: none established
Hardener: Tris (dimethylaminomethyl phenol): CAS# 90-72-2, 20% or less, eye irritant
Modified Polyamine: CAS# (Trade Secret), no established limit, irritant, 80% or less
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Emergency Overview: Toxic fumes are released in fire situation. Harmful if swallowed. May
cause allergic skin and eye reaction.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Ingestion: Resin - If large amounts are ingested, induce vomiting if conscious.
Hardener - Call physician immediately. Give generous amounts of water if
conscious. Do not induce vomiting.
Skin: Resin - Promptly wash with mild soap and water.
Hardener - Promptly wash with mild soap and water.
Inhalation: Resin - Remove to fresh air. Give oxygen if breathing is difficult.
Hardener - Remove to fresh air. Give oxygen if breathing is difficult.
Eyes: Resin - Immediately flush eyes with water for 15 minutes. Call physician.
Hardener - Immediately flush eyes with water for 15 minutes. Call physician.
Overexposure Effects: Overexposure to this material can cause dermatitis to the skin, eyes and inhalation
of vapors can cause severe respiratory irritation. Can cause allergic skin and respiratory reactions.
Can have effects on the nervous system evidenced by central nervous system depression, tremors,
diarrhea and vasodilation. May also cause headache, nausea and dizziness.
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4. (cont.)FIRST AID MEASURES
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: Allergy, eczema or skin conditions.
Additional Information: Promptly remove wet contaminated non-impervious clothing, wash before reuse.
Destroy contaminated leather and absorbent shoes.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Resin Hardener
>300oF (149oC) >200oF (93oC)
Flash Point:
Flash Point Method Used: Closed cup
Fire Fighting Extinguishing Media: Carbon Dioxide, foam, dry chemical
Fire Fighting Equipment: Use a self-contained breathing apparatus
Fire and Explosion Hazards: Decomposition and combustion products may be toxic.
NOTE: decomposition and combustion products may be toxic
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Accidental Release Measures: Steps to be taken if material is spilled:
Resin - Shovel into closeable container for disposal.
Hardener - Absorb into sand or other absorbent material. Shovel into closeable container
and dispose of in professional manner.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions: Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing. Do not breathe vapor, mist or spray. Use
only with adequate ventilation. Individuals should wash thoroughly after handling. For industrial
use only.
Storage Information: Store at temperatures between 2oC and 40oC in tightly closed containers
in dry area to prevent moisture and carbon dioxide contamination.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Personal Protective Equipment: Wear protective equipment to prevent exposure and
personal contact.
Skin Protection: Impervious gloves
Respiratory Protection: Organic chemical cartridge respirator if needed in
non-vented area
Eye Protection: Safety Glasses or Splash-proof chemical goggles
Engineering Controls: Good general mechanical ventilation and local exhaust
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
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Resin Hardener
Appearance: Gray Brown
Odor: None Slight sweet odor
Physical State: Liquid Liquid
Solubility in Water (% by weight): Negligible Negligible
<0o F (-18o C) <0o F (-18o C)
Melting Point:
Density: 1.68 1.03
pH: ca 5 ca 10
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable
Incompatibility: Strong oxidizers, strong acids and bases
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Resin - Carbon Monoxide, Carbon Dioxide, Phenolics
Hardener - Carbon Monoxide, Carbon Dioxide, Phenolic Nitrogen Oxides and Compounds
Hazardous Polymerization:
Resin - will not occur
Hardener - Do not heat in bulk as dangerous decomposition may occur, liberating toxic
fumes.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute Oral Effects (Ingestion):
Resin - LD50 (rabbits): 4000 mg/kg
Hardener - LD50 (rabbits): 3000 mg/kg
Sensitization: Can cause skin and respiratory sensitization
Skin Irritation: Irritant
Eye Irritation: Irritant
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Additional Information: Amines, in general, may be toxic to aquatic organisms. Epoxies are
only slightly soluble in water.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste Disposal Method: Dispose in accordance with federal, state and local regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT: Not regulated
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
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US Federal Regulations:
Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA): This Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) has been
prepared in compliance with the federal OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR
1910.1200. This product is not considered hazardous under that standard.
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA): Not a hazardous waste under RCRA (40 CFR
261).
SARA Title III: Section 304 - CERCLA: Not listed.
SARA Title III: Section 313 Toxic Chemical List (TCL): This product does not contain a toxic
chemical for routine annual "Toxic Chemical Release Reporting" under Sec. 313 (40 CFR 372).
This information must be included in all MSDS's that are copied and distributed for this material.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
HMIS HEALTH 1
HMIS FLAMMABILITY 1
HMIS REACTIVITY 0
HMIS PERSONAL PROTECTION B
This information is based on our present knowledge. However, this shall not constitute a
guarantee for any specific features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual relationship.
Contact:
S&P SPECIALTIES COMPANY, LLC
2403 S. Philippe Ave.
Gonzales, LA 70769
Tel: 225-644-4074
Fax: 225-647-1644
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