Material Safety Data Sheet
Material Name: Gerdau Cure & Seal 1315 UV 83-309004
* * * Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification * * *
Manufacturer Information
Gerdau Ameristeel Phone: (800) 876-3626
4221 West Boy Scout Blvd.
Suite 600 Emergency # 800-424-9300 CHEMTREC
Tampa, FL 33607
* * * Section 2 - Hazards Identification * * *
Emergency Overview
May cause eye and skin irritation. Prolonged contact may cause sensitization.
Potential Health Effects: Eyes
May cause irritation.
Potential Health Effects: Skin
May cause irritation.
Potential Health Effects: Ingestion
Not considered a likely route of exposure under normal product use. May cause gastrointestinal irritation if
swallowed.
Potential Health Effects: Inhalation
May cause respiratory tract irritation.
HMIS Ratings: Health: 2 Fire: 2 HMIS Reactivity 0
Hazard Scale: 0 = Minimal 1 = Slight 2 = Moderate 3 = Serious 4 = Severe * = Chronic hazard
* * * Section 3 - Composition / Information on Ingredients * * *
CAS # Component Percent
64742-82-1 Naphtha, petroleum, hydrodesulfurized heavy 10-25
8052-41-3 Stoddard solvent 10-25
95-63-6 Benzene, 1,2,4-trimethyl- 10-25
64742-95-6 Petroleum naphtha, light aromatic 10-25
1330-20-7 Xylenes (o-, m-, p- isomers) <2.5
103-65-1 Propyl benzene <1
98-82-8 Cumene <1
* * * Section 4 - First Aid Measures * * *
First Aid: Eyes
In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
First Aid: Skin
For skin contact, wash immediately with soap and water. If irritation persists, get medical attention.
First Aid: Ingestion
If the material is swallowed, get immediate medical attention or advice -- Do not induce vomiting.
First Aid: Inhalation
Move person to non-contaminated air. Call a physician if symptoms develop or persist. If the affected person is
not breathing, apply artificial respiration.
* * * Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures * * *
General Fire Hazards
See Section 9 for Flammability Properties.
None
Hazardous Combustion Products
Not Determined
Extinguishing Media
CO2, sand, extinguishing powder. Do not use water.
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Material Safety Data Sheet
Material Name: Gerdau Cure & Seal 1315 UV 83-309004
Fire Fighting Equipment/Instructions
Because fire may produce thermal decomposition products, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)
with a full face piece operated in pressure-demand or positive-pressure mode.
NFPA Ratings: Health: 2 Fire: 2 Reactivity: 0
Hazard Scale: 0 = Minimal 1 = Slight 2 = Moderate 3 = Serious 4 = Severe
* * * Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures * * *
Containment Procedures
Block any potential routes to water systems.
Clean-Up Procedures
Absorb with liquid-binding material (sand, diatomite, acid binders, universal binders, sawdust). Ensure adequate
ventilation. Do not flush with water or aqueous cleansing agents.
Evacuation Procedures
Isolate area. Keep unnecessary personnel away.
Special Procedures
None necessary.
* * * Section 7 - Handling and Storage * * *
Handling Procedures
Wear appropriate personal protective clothing to prevent eye and skin contact. Avoid breathing vapors or mists of
this product. Use with adequate ventilation. Do not take internally.
Storage Procedures
Keep ignition sources away - Do not smoke. Protect against electrostatic charges. Keep respiratory protective
device available. Keep container tightly closed.
* * * Section 8 - Exposure Controls / Personal Protection * * *
A: Component Exposure Limits
Stoddard solvent (8052-41-3)
ACGIH: 100 ppm TWA
OSHA: 100 ppm TWA; 525 mg/m3 TWA
NIOSH: 350 mg/m3 TWA
1800 mg/m3 Ceiling (15 min)
Benzene, 1,2,4-trimethyl- (95-63-6)
NIOSH: 25 ppm TWA; 125 mg/m3 TWA
Xylenes (o-, m-, p- isomers) (1330-20-7)
ACGIH: 100 ppm TWA
150 ppm STEL
OSHA: 100 ppm TWA; 435 mg/m3 TWA
150 ppm STEL; 655 mg/m3 STEL
Cumene (98-82-8)
ACGIH: 50 ppm TWA
OSHA: 50 ppm TWA; 245 mg/m3 TWA
Prevent or reduce skin absorption
NIOSH: 50 ppm TWA; 245 mg/m3 TWA
Potential for dermal absorption
Engineering Controls
Use general ventilation and use local exhaust, where possible, in confined or enclosed spaces.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Personal Protective Equipment: Eyes/Face
Wear appropriate eye protection to prevent eye contact.
Personal Protective Equipment: Skin
Use impervious gloves.
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Material Name: Gerdau Cure & Seal 1315 UV 83-309004
Personal Protective Equipment: Respiratory
If airborne concentrations are above the applicable exposure limits, use NIOSH approved respiratory protection.
Personal Protective Equipment: General
Eye wash fountain is recommended.
* * * Section 9 - Physical & Chemical Properties * * *
Appearance: Odor:
Varied colors according to Characteristic
product specification
Physical State: pH:
Liquid ND
Vapor Pressure: Vapor Density:
5.0 hPa (4 mm Hg) ND
Boiling Point: Melting Point:
138癈 (280癋) ND
Solubility (H2O): Specific Gravity:
Not miscible 0.888 g/cm3
Evaporation Rate: VOC:
ND < 700 g/L
Octanol/H2O Coeff.: Flash Point:
ND 41癈 (106癋)
Flash Point Method: Upper Flammability Limit
ND 7.5
(UFL):
Lower Flammability Limit Burning Rate:
0.7 ND
(LFL):
Auto Ignition: 230癈 (446癋)
* * * Section 10 - Chemical Stability & Reactivity Information * * *
Chemical Stability
This is a stable material.
Chemical Stability: Conditions to Avoid
None
Incompatibility
None
Hazardous Decomposition
No dangerous decomposition products known.
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions
Will not occur.
* * * Section 11 - Toxicological Information * * *
Acute Dose Effects
A: General Product Information
No information available for the product.
B: Component Analysis - LD50/LC50
Naphtha, petroleum, hydrodesulfurized heavy (64742-82-1)
Oral LD50 Rat: >5000 mg/kg; Dermal LD50 Rabbit:>3160 mg/kg
Petroleum naphtha, light aromatic (64742-95-6)
Inhalation LC50 Rat: >5.2 mg/L/4H; Inhalation LC50 Rat:3400 ppm/4H; Oral LD50 Rat:8400 mg/kg; Dermal LD50
Rabbit:>2000 mg/kg
Benzene, 1,2,4-trimethyl- (95-63-6)
Inhalation LC50 Rat: 18 g/m3/4H; Oral LD50 Rat:3400 mg/kg; Dermal LD50 Rabbit:>3160 mg/kg
Xylenes (o-, m-, p- isomers) (1330-20-7)
Inhalation LC50 Rat: 5000 ppm/4H; Inhalation LC50 Rat:47635 mg/L/4H; Oral LD50 Rat:4300 mg/kg; Dermal
LD50 Rabbit:>1700 mg/kg
Propyl benzene (103-65-1)
Oral LD50 Rat: 6040 mg/kg
Cumene (98-82-8)
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Material Name: Gerdau Cure & Seal 1315 UV 83-309004
Oral LD50 Rat: 1400 mg/kg; Inhalation LC50 Rat:39000 mg/m3/4H; Dermal LD50 Rabbit:>3160 mg/kg
Carcinogenicity
A: General Product Information
No information available for the product.
B: Component Carcinogenicity
Xylenes (o-, m-, p- isomers) (1330-20-7)
ACGIH: A4 - Not Classifiable as a Human Carcinogen
IARC: Monograph 71 [1999], Monograph 47 [1989] (Group 3 (not classifiable))
* * * Section 12 - Ecological Information * * *
Ecotoxicity
A: General Product Information
Do not allow product to reach ground water, water course or sewage system, even in small quantities. Also
poisonous for fish and plankton in water bodies. Toxic for aquatic organisms
B: Component Analysis - Ecotoxicity - Aquatic Toxicity
Naphtha, petroleum, hydrodesulfurized heavy (64742-82-1)
Test & Species Conditions
96 Hr LC50 Chaetogammarus 2.6 mg/L
marinus
Petroleum naphtha, light aromatic (64742-95-6)
Test & Species Conditions
96 Hr LC50 Oncorhynchus mykiss 9.22 mg/L
48 Hr EC50 Daphnia magna 6.14 mg/L
Benzene, 1,2,4-trimethyl- (95-63-6)
Test & Species Conditions
96 Hr LC50 Pimephales promelas 7.72 mg/L [flow-
through]
48 Hr EC50 Daphnia magna 6.14 mg/L
Xylenes (o-, m-, p- isomers) (1330-20-7)
Test & Species Conditions
96 Hr LC50 Pimephales promelas 13.4 mg/L [flow-
through]
96 Hr LC50 Oncorhynchus mykiss 8.05 mg/L [flow-
through]
96 Hr LC50 Lepomis macrochirus 16.1 mg/L [flow-
through]
96 Hr LC50 Pimephales promelas 26.7 mg/L [static
48 Hr EC50 water flea 3.82 mg/L
48 Hr LC50 Gammarus lacustris 0.6 mg/L
Cumene (98-82-8)
Test & Species Conditions
96 Hr LC50 Oncorhynchus mykiss 4.8 mg/L [flow-
through]
72 Hr EC50 Selenastrum 2.6 mg/L
capricornutum
48 Hr EC50 water flea 0.6 mg/L
* * * Section 13 - Disposal Considerations * * *
US EPA Waste Number & Descriptions
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Component Waste Numbers
Xylenes (o-, m-, p- isomers) (1330-20-7)
RCRA: waste number U239 (Ignitable waste, Toxic waste)
Cumene (98-82-8)
RCRA: waste number U055 (Ignitable waste)
Disposal Instructions
Dispose of waste material according to Local, State, Federal, and Provincial Environmental Regulations.
See Section 7 for Handling Procedures. See Section 8 for Personal Protective Equipment recommendations.
* * * Section 14 - Transportation Information * * *
US DOT Information
Shipping Name: Petroleum Distillates, n.o.s.
UN/NA #: 1268 Hazard Class: 3 Packing Group: III
Required Label(s): Marine Pollutant
TDG Information
Shipping Name: Petroleum Distillates, n.o.s.
UN/NA #: 1268 Hazard Class: 3 Packing Group: III
Required Label(s): Marine Pollutant
* * * Section 15 - Regulatory Information * * *
US Federal Regulations
Component Analysis
This material contains one or more of the following chemicals required to be identified under SARA Section 302
(40 CFR 355 Appendix A), SARA Section 313 (40 CFR 372.65) and/or CERCLA (40 CFR 302.4).
Benzene, 1,2,4-trimethyl- (95-63-6)
SARA 313: 1.0 % de minimis concentration
Xylenes (o-, m-, p- isomers) (1330-20-7)
SARA 313: 1.0 % de minimis concentration
CERCLA: 100 lb final RQ; 45.4 kg final RQ
Cumene (98-82-8)
CERCLA: 5000 lb final RQ; 2270 kg final RQ
State Regulations
Component Analysis - State
The following components appear on one or more of the following state hazardous substances lists:
Component CAS CA MA MN NJ PA RI
Stoddard solvent 8052-41-3 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Benzene, 1,2,4-trimethyl- 95-63-6 No Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Xylenes (o-, m-, p- isomers) 1330-20-7 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Propyl benzene 103-65-1 No Yes No Yes Yes No
Cumene 98-82-8 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
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Material Name: Gerdau Cure & Seal 1315 UV 83-309004
Component Analysis - WHMIS IDL
The following components are identified under the Canadian Hazardous Products Act Ingredient Disclosure List:
CAS # Minimum Concentration
Component
Stoddard solvent 8052-41-3 1%
Benzene, 1,2,4-trimethyl- 95-63-6 0.1 %
Additional Regulatory Information
Component Analysis - Inventory
Component CAS # TSCA CAN EEC
Naphtha, petroleum, hydrodesulfurized heavy 64742-82-1 Yes DSL EINECS
Petroleum naphtha, light aromatic 64742-95-6 Yes DSL EINECS
Stoddard solvent 8052-41-3 Yes DSL EINECS
Benzene, 1,2,4-trimethyl- 95-63-6 Yes DSL EINECS
Xylenes (o-, m-, p- isomers) 1330-20-7 Yes DSL EINECS
Propyl benzene 103-65-1 Yes DSL EINECS
Cumene 98-82-8 Yes DSL EINECS
* * * Section 16 - Other Information * * *
Other Information
The information herein is presented in good faith and believed to be accurate as of the effective date given.
However, no warranty, expressed or implied, is given. It is the buyer's responsibility to ensure that its activities
comply with Federal, State or provincial, and local laws.
Key/Legend
EPA = Environmental Protection Agency; TSCA = Toxic Substance Control Act; ACGIH = American Conference
of Governmental Industrial Hygienists; IARC = International Agency for Research on Cancer; NIOSH = National
Institute for Occupational Safety and Health; NTP = National Toxicology Program; OSHA = Occupational Safety
and Health Administration., NJTSR = New Jersey Trade Secret Registry.
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