M ATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
HESTERMAN TECHNICAL SERVICES
190 HODSMAN ROAD
REGINA, SK, CANADA, S4N 5X4
Technical Information: 306-721-1339 Revision Date: 03/04/07
Emergency Information: 306-721-1339 Category Code: 1718-5923
8:00 A.M. TO 5:00 P.M. C.T. Monday-Friday
In the eve nt of a chemica l emer gen cy involv ing a spill, leak, fire, exposur e or a ccide nt du ring tran spor tation,
call CANUT EC 613-996 -6666 (24 hours). Read the MSD S and label prior to use.
Section I - Product Identification
HTS 900A Stark White
Product Number: 900A
Description: Epo xy resin blend w ith flamma ble liquids an d add itives.
Product Use: Epoxy Primer/Finish Coat
Section II - Hazardous Ingredients
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W eig ht A CG IH /T W A OSHA/PEL
CAS # % TLV STEL
Polyam ide R esin 80-05-7 30-60 100 5000ppm 5000ppm
Bisphenol A Diglicidyl Ether Polymer 25068 -38-6 10-30 100 5000ppm 5000ppm
Hyd rous M agnesium Silicate 1343-8 8-0 10-30 2 NDA NDA
Xylene 1330-2 0-7 10-30 100 6700ppm 6700ppm
MIBK 108-10 -1 7-13 50 4000ppm 4000ppm
Section III - Hazard Summary
Emergency Overview: Flammable White liquid. Take precautions when handling such as grounding the container.
Ha rmfu l if inhaled. Toxic fu mes a re released in fire situations. Solvent like o dor .
HM IS RATINGS: Health 2 Flammability 3 Reactivity 0
Insignificant = 0 Slight = 1 Moderate = 2 High = 3 Extreme = 4
NFPA R ATINGS: Health 2 Flammability 3 Reactivity 0
Minimal = 0 Slight = 1 Moderate = 2 Serious = 3 Severe = 4
Potential Health Effects: The information listed below is based on the individual components of this mixture.
Routes of Entry : Skin Contact - Yes Skin Absorption -Yes Inhalation - Yes
?Inhalation: Heating, spraying, foaming, or otherwise mechanically dispersing (drumming, venting or
pumping) operations of this blend may genera te more vap or or aero sol concentrations of its
comp onen ts. High vapor concentrations may cause central nervous system (CNS) depression,
dizziness, head aches, nausea , loss of balance and coordination. Repeat excessive exposures may
cause liver a nd kid ney effects or d ama ge.
?Skin Conta ct: Prolonged contact may be irritating. Pre-existing skin disorders may be aggravated by
expo sure to this material.
?Eye C ontact: M ay cause eye irritation. Symptoms from exposure include stinging, watering or
discomfort of the ey es w ith red ness a nd sw elling.
?Ingestion: M ay be harmful if swallowed. Aspiration Hazard ?Can enter lungs during swallowing or
vom iting a nd cause lung inflam mation a nd d ama ge. Symp toms include, nause a, vo miting ,
diarrhea, dizziness, weakness, fatigue and headache.
?Ch ronic Ov erexposu re to this ma terial has b een sugg ested to ca use m ild, reversible liver effects.
?Carcinogenicity: Ch emica ls contained in this product that are listed by the NTP, IARC or regulated by OSHA
as carcinogens: None
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Section IV - First Aid Measures
Eyes:
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Use fingers to assure that the eyelids are separated
and that the eye is being irrigated. Consult a physician.
Skin: Remove all contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash skin with large quantities of water and soap. W ash
clothing befo re w earing a gain and clean shoe s. If redness, itching or a burning sensation develops or persists
after the area is washed, consult a physician.
Ingestion: If swallowed, do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. This material is an
aspiration hazard. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Seek medical attention.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. If not br eath ing, give artificial respiration. If breath ing is difficult, oxygen should be
administered by qualified personnel. Call a physician or transport to a medical facility immediately.
NOTE TO
PHYSICIAN: SKIN: Thorough cleansing of the entire contaminated area of the body includ ing th e scalp and na ils is
extremely important.
INGESTION: Treat symptomatically. There is no specific antidote. Inducing vomiting is contraindicated
because of the aspiration hazard present. Gastric lavage may be effective when performed by a physician
within 4 hours of ingestion.
Section V - Fire and Explosion Data
Flash Point: 60癋, (SCC) NF PA Flamm able Liquid C lass I B
Autoignition Temperature: >500癋
Flamma ble Limits (STP): NDA Toxic fu mes are released in fire situations.
Explosion Info: Sensitive to static discharge and impa ct.
Fire Deg rada tion Pr oduc ts: Com bustion may prod uce ca rbon dioxide, ca rbon mono xide, aldeh ydes a nd oth er toxic fum es.
Extinguishing M edia: Use dry chemical, foam, carbon dioxide or water. Use cold water spray to cool fire-exposed
containers to minimize risk of rupture. A solid stream of wa ter directed into the hot bu rning liquid could cause
frothing. If possible, contain fire run-off water.
Protective Equipment: Positive-pressure self-contained breathing apparatus with full face-piece and full protective clothing
should be w orn b y fire-fighte rs.
Section VI - Accidental Release Measures
Spill: Isolate and confine spill area. Remove all sources of ignition so urces like flames, heating elements, gas eng ines,
etc. Use non-sparking tools. Emergency clean-up personnel should select the specific respirator based on
contamination levels found. Air purifying respirator equipped with full-face organic vapor cartridge if vapors
are detected, or are irritating. In areas of high concentrations, fresh air-line respirators or self-contained
breathing apparatus and protective clothing should be used. Prevent spreading and contamination of surface
waters and drinking supp lies. Notify local health officials and other appropriate agencies if such contamination
should occur.
Clean up: With adequate ventilation and appropriate personal protective equipment, cover the area with an inert absorbent
material such as clay or vermiculite and transfer to steel waste containers. The spill area sho uld then be washed
down with soap and water to dilute and remove remaining traces of material. Ventilate area to remove the
remaining va pors.
Disp osal: Any disposal practice must be in compliance with all federal, state and local laws and regulations. Chemical
addition s, processing or otherwise altering this material may make the waste management information presented
in this M SD S incomp lete, ina ccurate or otherwise inappropr iate. W aste char acterization and disposal compliance
are the respo nsibility solely of the party g eneratin g the wa ste or decid ing to discard or dispose o f the m aterial.
Do not allow material to enter sewers, a body of water, or contact the ground. Refer to RCRA 40 CFR 261, and/or
any other appropriate federal, state or local requirements for proper classification information.
Container Dispo sal: Empty containers retain product residue (liquid and/or vapor) and can be dangerous. Do not
pressurize, or expose such containers to heat, flame, sparks, static electricity, or othe r sou rces o f ignitio n. All
containers should be disposed of in an environmentally safe manner and in accordance with governmental
regulations.
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Section VII - Storage and Handling
Storage: When stored between 15 and 30癈 (60 and 85癋) in sealed containers, typical shelf life is 6 months or more from the date of manufacture.
Consult technical data sheet for shelf life and performance quality. Opened containers must be handled properly to prevent moisture pickup.
Handling: Flammable liquid. Ground containers. Avoid skin and eye contact. Use personal protective equipment when transferring material to or
from drums, totes or other containers Additional precautions must be used when splash hazards are present. Do not smoke or use naked lights,
open flames, space heaters, or other ignition sources near pouring, frothing or spraying operations. Material can ignite if exposed to flames.
Section VIII - Exposure Control
EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM (ACUTE) EXPOSURE :
INHALATION : For most workers, exposure to low molecular weight liquid DGEBPA-based epoxy resins is probably not harmful following short-term
exposure, based on limited animal information. These materials are viscous liquids to semi-solids which do not easily form vapours. If these
materials are heated or misted, coughing and mild, temporary irritation may occur. In rare cases, low molecular weight liquid DGEBPA-based
epoxy resins can cause an allergic respiratory reaction like asthma, based on limited human information. Refer to "Effects of Long-term
(Chronic) Exposure" for more information.
SKIN CONTACT : Low molecular weight liquid DGEBPA-based epoxy resins are mild skin irritants, based on animal information. Prolonged exposure
(24-hours) has caused moderate irritation in animals. Low molecular weight DGEBPA-based epoxy resins are well known skin sensitizers, based
on animal and human information. These materials can cause a severe allergic skin reaction in sensitized individuals, even following very brief
contact. Refer to "Effects of Long-term (Chronic) Exposure" for more information. Limited animal toxicity data suggests that low molecular
weight DGEBPA-based epoxy resins are not absorbed through the skin in harmful amounts.
EYE CONTACT: Low molecular weight liquid DGEBPA-based epoxy resins are mild eye irritants, based on animal information.
INGESTION: There is no human information available. Animal toxicity data suggests that low molecular weight liquid DGEBPA-based epoxy resins are
not harmful following ingestion. Ingestion is not a typical route of occupational exposure.
EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM (CHRONIC) EXPOSURE :
SKIN SENSITIZATION: Repeated skin contact can cause allergic skin sensitization in some individuals. Once a person is sensitized to DGEBPA-based
epoxy resins, contact with even a small amount causes outbreaks of dermatitis with symptoms such as skin redness, itching, rash and swelling.
This reaction can spread from the point of contact (usually the hands or arms) to other parts of the body. Numerous cases of allergic contact
dermatitis have been reported in people occupationally exposed to DGEBPA-based epoxy resins and in animal studies following exposure to
DGEBPA and DGEBPA-based epoxy resins. Low molecular weight resins appear to be the true sensitizer.(13-19,34,43) In one study, 28 people
developed contact allergic dermatitis and subsequently tested positive to patch tests with a low molecular weight liquid DGEBPA-based epoxy
resin (molecular weight 340). All patients had current or historical occupational contact with uncured DGEBPA-based
epoxy resins. Previous history of allergies was not discussed for any of the patients.(13) Extending this study, the same authors found 139 cases
of allergic contact dermatitis following occupational exposure with epoxy resins and positive patch test results from low molecular weight
DGEBPA-based epoxy resins.(14)
RESPIRATORY SENSITIZATION: In a small number of cases, low molecular weight DGEBPA-based epoxy resins have caused respiratory sensitization
in humans occupationally exposed to these compounds. Sensitized people can experience symptoms of bronchial asthma such as wheezing,
difficult breathing, sneezing and runny or blocked nose at low airborne concentrations that have no effect on unsensitized people. Two women
who had occupational skin sensitization to a low molecular weight liquid DGEBPA-based epoxy resin (Epikote 827) developed occupational
bronchial asthma after 7 and 21 years exposure. One woman had no personal or family history of allergies. The other woman had mild allergic
dermatitis, but had not experienced any respiratory symptoms in her youth.(23) Another case report describes a man who developed occupational
dermal sensitization to an unspecified DGEBPA-based epoxy resin (confirmed by patch testing). After repeated
exposure, he developed occupational asthma for the DGEBPA-based epoxy resin. There was no prior history of allergies.(17)
OTHER EFFECTS: Skin irritation and rashes, muscle and joint disorders and central nervous system and respiratory disturbances have been reported
in workers exposed to DGEBPA-based epoxy resins, as well as several other potentially harmful chemicals.(10,11,34,35) It is not possible to say
that only DGEBPA-based epoxy resins caused these effects, because of the exposures to other potentially harmful chemicals at the same time.
CARCINOGENICITY : There is no human information available. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has determined that there
is limited evidence for the carcinogenicity of DGEBPA-based epoxy resins in experimental
animals. The overall IARC evaluation is that DGEBPA is not classifiable as to its carcinogenicity to humans (Group 3).(9,47)
TERATOGENICITY AND EMBRYOTOXICITY : There is no human information available. No significant effects have been observed in animal studies
with pure DGEBPA or low molecular weight DGEBPA- based epoxy resins following oral or skin exposure, even in the presence of significant
toxicity in the mothers.
REPRODUCTIVE TOXICITY : There is no human information available. No reproductive effects were observed in one animal study following oral
exposure to low molecular weight DGEBPA-based epoxy resins.
MUTAGENICITY : Most of the available information suggests that low molecular weight liquid DGEBPA-based epoxy resins are not mutagenic. Negative
results were obtained in two studies involving a small number of workers exposed to DGEBPA-based epoxy resins.(24,25) No conclusions can
be drawn from one other study due to insufficient information.(2) Negative results were also obtained in cultured human lymphocytes tested
with an unspecified DGEBPA-based epoxy resin and "distilled" DGEBPA.(26) Negative results have been obtained in tests involving live animals.
Positive results have been obtained in cultured mammalian cells. Positive and negative results have been obtained in short-term tests using
bacteria, both with and without metabolic activation.
TOXICOLOGICALLY SYNERGISTIC MATERIALS : There is no animal or human information available.
POTENTIAL FOR ACCUMULATION: In animals, DGEBPA is rapidly excreted as metabolites in the urine and feces.(2,12) Ventilation: Local
exhaust ventilation is recommended when working with this product. Uses requiring heating and/or spraying may
require more ventilation or personal protective equipment.
Respiratory Protection: The specific respirator selected must be based on contamination levels of this blend found in the workplace and must
not exceed the working limits of the respirator and be jointly approved by NIOSH and MSHA. Air purifying
respirators equipped with full-faced organic vapor cartridge can be used. In areas of high concentrations, fresh
air-line respirators or self-contained breathing apparatus should be used. A positive pressure self contained
breathing apparatus can be used in emergencies or other unusual situations.
Eye Protection: Fitted chemical goggles or full face shield and safety glasses must be used consistent with splash hazard present. If vapor
exposure causes eye discomfort, use a full face-piece respirator or supplied air hood.
Protective Clothing: Wear clothing, boots and gloves resistant to permeation of product. Materials may include butyl rubber, nitrile rubber,
neoprene and Saranex?coated Tyvek?
Other Protective Equipment: An eyewash station and safety shower or other drenching facilities are recommended in the work area.
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Section IX - Typical Properties
Physical Form: W hite liqu id
Odor: Solvent epoxy
Boiling Point: NDA
Evaporation Rate (Butyl Ether=1) <1
Weight per gallon (25?C): 11.75 lbs/gl
Vapo r Density (Air=1): >1
Volatile by volume: 37.5 %
Specific Gravity at 25癈: 1.35
VOC (Method C) 116 gm/l
Solubility in water: No t solub le
Section X - Stability and Reactivity
STABILITY : Normally stable. Excessive heating for long periods above 50-60 deg C may degrade the resin. (38)
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION :
Polymerization may occur if epoxy resin heated above 260 deg C.(39) Masses of more than 450 g together with
an aliphatic amine will cause irreversible polymerization with considerable heat build-up.(38)
INCOMPATIBILITY - MATERIALS TO AVOID :
STRONG OXIDIZING AGENTS (e.g. peroxides, nitric acid, permanganates) - reaction may be violent. Risk
of fire and explosion. (39)
STRONG MINERAL ACIDS (e.g. sulfuric acid) or BASES (e.g. sodium hydroxide) - may react vigorously
with the evolution of heat. (39)
LEWIS ACIDS (e.g. boron trifluoride) or LEWIS BASES (e.g. N,N-dimethylbenzylamine) -may cause homopolymerization,
with the evolution of heat. (39,42)
AMINES (e.g. diethylenediamine, triethylenetetramine) - reactive curing agents. (39,42)
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS : None reported
CONDITIONS TO AVOID : Heat, open flames, static discharge or other ignition sources.
CORROSIVITY TO METALS : Not corrosive.
STABILITY AND REACTIVITY COMMENTS : Reactions with curing agents may release considerable heat. Smoke or toxic
fumes may be evolved if the heat of reaction becomes excessive due to high curing temperatures or the curing
of large amounts of material.(39,44)
Section XI ?Toxicological Information
REFERENCE:
GISAAA Gigiena i Sanitariya. For English translation, see HYSAAV. (V/O Mezhdunarodnaya Kniga,
113095 Moscow, USSR) V.1- 1936-Volume(issue)/page/year: 43(1),8,1978
LC= Lethal concentration, 50 percent kill LD=Lethal dose, 50 percent kill
Section XII - Shipping Information
DOT (Domestic Surface) ERG#127
Shipping Name: Coating Solution
Hazard Class or Division: 3
ID Number: UN1263
Hazard Label: Flammable Liquid
Packaging Group PG II
IMO (Ocean)
Shipping Name: Coating Solution
Hazard Class or Division: 3
ID Number: UN1263
Hazard Label: Flammable Liquid
Packaging Group PG II
IATA/ICAO (Air)
Shipping Name: Coating Solution
Hazard Class or Division: 3
ID Number: UN1263
Hazard Label: Flammable Liquid
Packaging Group PG II
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Section XIII - Federal Regulatory Information
OSHA Status: This product is hazardous under the criteria of the Federal OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200.
TSCA Status: On the TSCA inventory.
CERCLA Reportable Quantity: None
SARA Title III:
Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances: None
Section 311/312 Hazard Categories: Fire Hazard, Immediate Health Hazard, Delayed Health Hazard
Section 313 Toxic Chemicals: CAS Number Weight%
None
RCRA Status: It is the responsibility of the product user to determine at the time of disposal, whether a material containing the product or
derived from the product should be classified as a hazardous waste. (40 CFR 261.20-24)
Section XIV - Other Regulatory Information
Individual State requirements:
California Proposition 65: Chemical(s) in this product known to the State of California to cause cancer: None
California Proposition 65: Chemical(s) in this product known to the State of California to cause reproductive toxicity: None
Section XV - Comments
This MSDS complies with 29 CFR 1910.1200 (Hazard Communication Standard)
Issued by: Leon Scott, Hesterman Technical Services 306-721-1339
We believe the statements, technical information and recommendations contained herein are reliable, but they are given without
warranty or guarantee of any kind, expressed or implied, and we assume no responsibility for any loss, damage, or expense, direct or
consequential, arising out of their use.
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