MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Information current as of January 1, 1999
Supplier: NOVA POLYMERS, INC.
PO Box 1305, West Caldwell, NJ 07007
888-484-6682
For PRINTING, SIGNAGE PLATES and RELATED MATERIALS
Manufacturer's name: TOYOBO Co., Ltd. (polymer layer only)
Emergency Telephone Number: 06-348-3059 Information phone number: 06-348-3059
Trade Name and Synonyms: NovAcryl, Printight
Product Class: PETG, Aluminum, Laminates, EcoResin
HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV (units) Recommended % (optional)
Methacrylic acid (Cas No 79-41-4) 20 ppm 3
Methanol (Cas No 67-56-1) 200 ppm 200 ppm NIOSH 200 ppm
CHEMICAL FAMILY: Polyamide Based Photopolymer, solid type
PHYSICAL DATA
Boiling Point (C): N/A
Specific Gravity (H20=1): 1.2 (68F)
Vapor Pressure (mmHg): Solid at room temperature
Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1) N/A
Vapor Density (air=1): N/A
Melting Point (C): 110 Celsius
Solubility in Water: 10%
Appearance and Odor: Light brown solid resin. Slightly sweet odor.
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash Point No data
Flammable limit (vol.%) N/A
Extinguishing Media: Water, CO2, Foam, Dry Chemical
Unusual fire and explosion hazards: Not considered a flammable material under normal use
Special fire fighting procedures: Wear MSHA/NIOSHA approved self-contained breathing
apparatus and full cover impervious clothing.
REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Stable
Conditions to avoid: Material becomes unusable for intended function if exposed to
ultraviolet light. Preserve in cool and dark place and handle only
under safe, yellow lamps. Keep away from heat, spark, flame and
any other sources of ignition. This material is stable under normal
storage and handling.
Incompatibility (materials to avoid): Water and light (photo) and other oxidizing agents.
Hazardous decomposition or by-products: May form toxic substances: carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxide
chlorine compounds, etc.
Hazardous polymerization: Will not occur
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HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Primary routes of entry: Inhalation: Yes Dermal: Yes Ingestion: Yes
Health Hazards (acute and chronic): Direct eye or skin contact with raw product may cause irritation.
Nausea by solvent vapor inhalation.
Carcinogenicity: NTP: n/a 1ARC Monographs: n/a OSHA Regulated: n/a
Signs and Symptoms of exposure: Dizziness. Headache. Irritation
Medical conditions generally aggravated
by exposure: Dermatitis
Emergency and First Aid Procedures: EYE CONTACT: Immediately flush with water for 15 minutes. Get
medical attention. SKIN CONTACT: Wash area with soap and water.
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. INGESTION: Get medical help
immediately.
PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE
Procedure when material is spilled: Material is solid, cannot be spilled. In case of transport damage to
packaging, material or container, material to be salvaged must not
have been exposed to ultraviolet light.
Waste Disposal method: Processed plates may be treated as scrap. Follow local regulations.
Precautions to be taken in
handling and storing: Store below 100 degrees Fahrenheit in a dry area. Do not store near
heat sources. Material is light sensitive. Do not open package until
ready to use. Handle in U/V protected light only. Must be stored
flat. Avoid skin contact with sheet material during processing. When
handling plates during processing, gloves are necessary to avoid
contact with the wash solution.
Other precautions: Empty containers contain hazardous product residues, both liquid
and vapor. Avoid skin contact and breathing vapor.
CONTROL MEASURES
Ventilation: Yes, generally required to reduce exposure to below allowable levels.
Only at the point of use.
Mechanical (general): Fan
Protective items: Use rubber or vinyl gloves. Eye protection is recommended.
Work/hygienic practices: Wash hands and face after processing plates. Use skin care lotion.
ADDITIONAL REMARKS None
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Waste water and odor compositon
Basic ingredients in NovAcryl photopolymer layer are as follows:
Main raw material: Polyamide polymer and photopolymerable monomers containing
acryloyl group.
Additive: Low molecular saturated compound containing amino group and
Hydrocyderivitive. Safety of this photopolymer layer was confirmed
by using LD-50 feeding test.
Items Density
pH 6?
Chemical Oxygen Demand 6000 ppm
Biological Oxygen Demand 1400 ppm
Iodide Consumed Under 10
Suspended Solid Under 10
Note: the above density readings are based on a 1% waste water concentration of
NovAcryl photopolymer layer. If the area in a negative film to be washed out is around
50%, one percent concentration would equal 8 sheets of 19" x 25" plates.
Toxicology tests were performed and the photosensitive layer was proven "not harmful."
Below are the test methods and subsequent results:
Test Method/Result
Acute Oral (mouse) LD-50 / 3.5 G/KG
Eye irritation (Rabbit) Minus
Ames Assay Minus
Human Patch Test Minus
The odor caused by the effluent photopolymer layer is caused by its cross-linking agent. The cross-linking agent
is activated by Ultra Violet light. It is an oxidized material and is registered by CAS.
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