MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
PALMER ASPHALT COMPANY
Manufacturer: Palmer Asphalt Company Quick Bulldog Modified Bitumen
Identifier: Adhesive - Trowel Grade
#196
196 West 5th Street, P.O. Box 58 #196
Address: MSDS #:
Bayonne, NJ 07002 February 1, 1990
Issue Date:
Date Prepared: Rev. April 13, 2006
Emergencies: 201-339-0855
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. EST
PRI Asphalt Technologies, Inc.
Prepared By*:
After Hours Call: CHEMTREC:
800-424-9300 (Domestic - No. America)
703-527-3887 (International)
SECTION 1 - MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION AND INFORMATION
Common Name (used on label): Bulldog Modified Bitumen Adhesive - Trowel Grade 196
CAS Number*: N/A, a complex mixture Chemical Name: N/A Chemical Family: N/A
SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION AND INGREDIENT
COMPONENTS - Chemical Name & Common Names CAS # ACGIH TLV %*
(Hazardous Components 1% or Greater, Carcinogens 0.1% or Greater)
3
Petroleum Asphalt 8052-42-4 5.0mg/m (fume) less than 70%
Mineral Spirits 8052-41-3 100 ppm less than 35%
3
12174-11-7 5.0mg/m (respirable dust) less than 10%
Attapulgite Clay
Silicate Minerals 12001-26-2 10 mpp cf less than 10%
3
Cellulose 9004-34-6 5mg/m (respirable dust) less than 10%
3
Silica 14808-60-7 0.1mg/m less than 1%
Styrene-Butadiene-Styrene Black Co-Polymer 9003-55-8 Not est'd less than 8%
Trimethylbenzene 95-63-6 125 ppm less than 3%
Amine Salt 28701-67-9 50 ppm (supplier) less than 2%
Xylene 1330-20-7 100 ppm less than 1%
Cumene 98-82-8 50 ppm less than 1%
SECTION 3 - HEALTH AND HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
Emergency Overview: Black liquid. Can cause headache, dizziness, drowsiness, or irritation to the skin, eyes, and respiratory system. If inhaled, leave
area to breathe fresh air. Avoid further overexposure. If symptoms persist, get medical attention immediately.
Potential Health Effect/Rate of Entry: Inhalation: Can cause headache, dizziness, nausea, drowsiness, stupor, irritation to respiratory system.
Eyes: Can cause irritation. Ingestion: Can cause gastrointestinal irritation. Skin: Can cause irritation.
Aggravated Medical Conditions: Pre-existing eye, skin, liver, and respiratory disorders may be aggravated by exposure.
Acute Health Effects: See effects described above.
Chronic Health Effects: Reports have associated repeated and prolonged occupational overexposure to solvents with permanent brain and nervous system
damage. Intentional misuse by deliberately concentrating and inhaling contents may be harmful or fatal. Prolonged or repeated skin contact with these
products may result in irritation and dermatitis. Although a direct association between asphalt and cancer or other lung disease has not been established in
man, asphalts contain variable amounts of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons and other volatiles which have been shown to cause cancer and respiratory
damage in animals. Prolonged or repeated exposure to petroleum distillates (Petroleum naphtha, stoddard solvent, or mineral spirits) may cause the
defatting, irritation, dermatitis, narcotic and CNS effects described above, liver effects, and jaundice. Kidney and lung effects have been noted in some
animals. Inhalation of crystalline silica (quartz) can cause cancer based on animal data, and IARC concludes sufficient evidence in hums (Group 1).
Prolonged and repeated overexposure to free crystalline silica dust above the TLV level may cause scarring of the lungs with cough and shortness of breath.
A delayed lung injury, silicosis may result from breathing free silica. Fillers are encapsulated and not expected to be released from product under normal
conditions of use.
Variability Among Individuals: Health studies have shown that individual sensitivities vary from person to person. As a precaution, exposure to vapors,
liquids, mists, or fumes should be minimized.
Effects of Overexposure: (Signs and symptoms of exposure) High vapor concentrations (>1000 ppm) are irritating to the eyes and the respiratory tract, and
may cause headaches, dizziness, anesthesia, drowsiness, unconsciousness and other central nervous system effects, including death.
Nature of Hazard and Toxicity Information: Prolonged or repeated skin contact with this product tends to remove skin oils possibly leading to irritation and
dermatitis. However, based on human experience and available toxicological data, this product is judged to be neither a "corrosive" nor an "irritant" by OSHA
criteria. Product contacting the eyes may cause eye irritation. Product has a low order of acute oral and dermal toxicity, but minute amounts aspirated into
the lungs during ingestion may cause mild to severe pulmonary injury and possibly death.
Pre-existing Medical Conditions Which May be Aggravated by Exposure: Person with pre-existing central nervous system disease, skin disorders, or
chronic respiratory disease should avoid exposure to this product.
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SECTION 4 - PRIMARY ROUTES OF ENTRY AND EMERGENCY FIRST AID PROCEDURES
Eye Contact: Petroleum distillate (mineral spirits), petroleum asphalt, fibers and minerals can cause severe irritation, redness, tearing, and blurred vision.
Fibers and minerals may cause mechanical irritation, Amine Salts are corrosive.
Skin: Petroleum Distillate and Asphalt - prolonged or repeated contact can cause moderate irritation, defatting dermatitis. Remove contaminated clothing,
thoroughly wash exposed area with soap and water. If irritation or redness develops and persists, get medical attention. Amine salts may cause skin
sensitivities, an allergic reaction, which becomes evident on overexposure.
Inhalation: Mineral Spirits and Aromatic Petroleum Distillate - excessive inhalation of vapors can cause irritation of nose or throat, dizziness, weakness
fatigue, nausea, headache, possible unconsciousness and even asphyxiation. Remove individual to fresh air; if breathing is difficult, administer oxygen, if
breathing has stopped, give artificial respiration. Keep person warm and quiet. GET MEDICAL ATTENTION.
Ingestion: Aspiration hazard. DO NOT INDUCE VOMIT - transport to hospital immediately. GET MEDICAL ATTENTION IMMEDIATELY. Note to
Physician - perform gastric lavage in accordance with procedures for ingestion of petroleum products. Amine salts may be corrosive to mouth, esophagus,
and stomach.
SECTION 5 - FIRE AND FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Flash Point: (Minimum) 100癋 TCC (Mineral Spirits) ASTM D 3143 Autoignition Temperature: Greater than 400癋, ASTM E 659
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA 704) - Hazard Identification: Health - 1 Flammability - 2 Reactivity - 0
Handling Precautions: Keep containers tightly closed. Keep containers cool, dry, and away from sources of ignition. Use this product with adequate
ventilation. Material is COMBUSTIBLE. Material requires electrical grounding during material transfer process. All electrical equipment in storage or
handling areas should be installed per NFPA requirements.
Flammable or Explosive Limits: (Approximate percent by volume in air): Lower (LEL) 0.9% Upper (UEL) 6.7%
Extinguishing Media and Fire Fighting Procedures: Extinguish with dry chemical and CO2. Universal type foam and water fog are effective, but may
cause frothing. DO NOT USE WATER. Petroleum-based compounds can float on water.
Decomposition Products under Fire Conditions: May form toxic materials, carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide, and nitrogen oxides.
"Empty" Container Warning: Dispose of in an environmentally safe manner and in accordance with governmental regulations. "Empty" containers retain
residue (liquid and/or vapor) and can be dangerous. DO NOT PRESSURIZE, CUT, WELD, BRAZE, SOLDER, DRILL, GRIND, OR EXPOSE SUCH
CONTAINERS TO HEAT, FLAME, SPARKS, OR OTHER SOURCES OF IGNITION. THEY MAY EXPLODE AND CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH. Do not
attempt to clean since residue is difficult to remove. For work on tanks, refer to OSHA regulation ANSI Z49.1 and other governmental and industrial
references pertaining to cleaning, repairing, welding, or other contemplated operations.
SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Steps to be taken if spilled or released:
- Shut off and eliminate all ignition sources.
- Keep people away.
- Recover free product; add sand, earth, or other suitable absorbents.
- Minimize skin contact and breathing vapors.
- Ventilate confined spaces; open all windows and doors.
- Keep product out of sewers and water courses by diking or impounding.
- Advise authorities if product has entered or may enter sewers, water courses or extensive land areas.
- ASSURE CONFORMITY WITH APPLICABLE GOVERNMENTAL REGULATIONS.
SECTION 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling and Storage Precautions: Store in closed container. Keep product and vapor away from heat, sparks and flame. Do not store in direct
sunlight. Prevent inhalation of vapor, ingestion, and contact with skin and eyes. Keep container closed when not in use. Vapor may migrate to sources of
ignition. Do not smoke, weld, generate sparks, or use flame near container. Change soiled work clothes frequently. Clean hands thoroughly after
handling. To prevent gases, vapors or fumes from migrating into occupied sections of the building, close or cover all openings including windows, doors,
and air intakes during and after application until gases, vapors or fumes dissipate. Precautions also apply to emptied containers.
SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION
Ventilation: Use only with ventilation sufficient to prevent exceeding recommended exposure limit or build-up of explosive concentrations of vapor in air.
Use explosion-proof equipment. No smoking or open lights.
Respiratory Protection: Use supplied air respiratory protection in confined or enclosed spaces, if needed.
Protective Gloves: Use chemical resistant gloves, if needed, to avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact.
Eye Protection: Use splash goggles or face shield when eye contact may occur.
Other Protective Equipment: Use chemical resistant apron or other impervious clothing, if needed, to avoid contaminating regular clothing which could
result in prolonged or repeated skin contact.
Work Practices/Engineering Controls: Keep containers closed when not in use. DO NOT STORE NEAR HEAT, SPARKS, FLAME OR STRONG
OXIDANTS. To prevent fire or explosion risk from static accumulations and discharge, effectively ground product transfer system in accordance with NFPA
standard for petroleum products.
Personal Hygiene: Minimize breathing vapor or mist. Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with skin. Remove contaminated clothing; launder or dry clean
before reuse. Remove contaminated shoes and thoroughly clean and dry before reuse. Cleanse skin thoroughly after contact, before breaks and meals,
and at end of work period. Product is readily removed from skin by waterless hand cleaners followed by washing thoroughly with soap and water.
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SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL DATA
The following are approximate or typical values and should not be used for precise design purposes.
Physical State: Cement-Type Material Odor: Petroleum solvent
Boiling Range: 300癋 IBP (ASTM D 86), Mineral Spirits Vapor Pressure: Approximately 2.9 mm Hg @ 20癈, Mineral Spirits
Specific Gravity: Greater than 1.00 Vapor Density: Approximately 4.9 (air = 1.0), Mineral Spirits
Molecular Weight: N/A - complex mixture of hydrocarbons Percent Volatile by Volume: Less than 40
pH: N/A Solubility in Water @ 1 ATM and 77癋: Negligible, less than 0.1 (solvent portion)
SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: unstable X stable Hazardous Polymerization: may occur X will not occur
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Hazardous decomposition products include: carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, and nitrogen oxides.
Incompatibility (Material to Avoid): Avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents such as: liquid chlorine, concentrated oxygen, sodium hypochlorite or
calcium hypochlorite.
Conditions to Avoid: Keep from heat, sparks, open flame.
SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION (REFER TO SECTION 3)
Carcinogenicity: The following table indicates whether or not each agency has listed the ingredients as a carcinogen:
Ingredient ACGIH IARC NTP OSHA
Extracts of steam and air refined bitumens (Mineral Spirits Cutback Asphalt) No Yes No No
Mineral Spirits No No No No
Hydrogen Sulfide No No No No
LD50 Oral LD50 Dermal LC50
(g/kg) (g/kg) Inhalation
Petroleum Asphalt (4 hours)
Not Available Not Available Not Available
3 (rat)
Mineral Spirits >5 (rat) Not Available >5.5 g/m
Hydrogen Sulfide Not Available Not Available 444 ppm
(rat)
Petroleum Asphalt: In March, 1987, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) classified extracts of steam and air refined bitumens (such
as mineral spirits cutback asphalt) as possible carcinogenic to humans (Group 2B). This classification was based on a combined evaluation of published
human and animal studies. IARC concluded that the human studies did not provide adequate evidence that extracts of steam and air refined bitumens
caused cancer in humans. No epidemiological study of workers exposed only to bitumens is available. The 2B classification was substantially based on
experimental animal studies. Some bitumens (asphalt) diluted, dissolved or liquified in solvents (e.g. cutback asphalt) have produced skin cancer in
laboratory animals at the site of application. NIOSH recently conducted mouse skin painting studies using selected fractions of asphalt fume condensate.
Skin application of the condensate fractions resulted in skin tumors in laboratory mice. Based on sin painting data, IARC regards it prudent to treat a
material for which there is sufficient evidence of carcinogenicity in animals as if it is possibly carcinogenic in humans.
SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
This material may cause harm to animals, plants, or fish.
SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Characteristic hazardous waste: RCRA Class D001 - Ignitable Liquid or Solid Waste (RQ = 100.0 lbs.) EPA Reportable Quantities: None
Disposal Method: Subject to hazardous waste treatment, storage and disposal requirements under RCRA. Incinerate at EPA-approved facility or dispose
of in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
SECTION 14 - TRANSPORTATION DATA
Transportation Incident Information: For further information relative to spills resulting from transportation incidents, refer to latest Department of
Transportation Guidebook for Hazardous Materials Incidents, DOT P 5800.3.
DOT Shipping Name(s): Not Regulated Hazard Class or Division: N/A
UN/NA Number: N/A DOT Label: Hazardous
Packing Group: None Packaging Exceptions: None
Special Provisions: N/A Bulk Packaging: N/A
Non-bulk Packaging: N/A RQ: 100 lbs.
EPA Hazardous Substances: Hydrogen Sulfide Marine Pollutants: White Spirits (Mineral Spirits)
Quantity Limitations: N/A Hazardous Material Shipping Description: Marine Pollutant (White Spirits)
Freight Description: Asphalt ERG Number: N/A
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SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
TSCA Status: On TSCA Inventory
NSR Status (Canada): Each ingredient is on the DSL.
OSHA Status: N/A
OSHA Hazardous Components CAS Number
1
Asphalt 8052-42-4
Amine Salt 28701-67-9
1,2,4 Trimethylbenzene 95-63-6
Xylene 1330-20-7
Cumene 98-82-8
Crystalline Silica (Quantity*) 14808-60-7
1.
Chemical is listed as an IARC, NTP, OSHA or ACGIH Carcinogen
SARA Title III:
Hazard Categories:
Acute Health: Yes
Chronic Health: Yes
Fire Hazard: Yes
Pressure Hazard: No
Reactivity Hazard: No
Reportable Ingredients:
Sec. 302/304: Hydrogen Sulfide
Sec. 313:
This information may be subject to the provisions of the Community Right-to-Know Reporting Requirements (40 CFR 370) if
threshold quantity criteria are met.
California Proposition 65: This material contains detectable amounts of some chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive effects.
Clean Water Act/Oil Pollution Act: This product has ingredient classified as an oil under Section 311 of the Clean Water Act (40 CFR 110) and the Oil
Pollution Act of 1990. Discharge or spills which produce a visible sheen on either surface water or in waterways/sewers which lead to surface water, must
be reported to the National Response Center at: (800) 424-8802.
CERCLA: This product contains ingredients derived from a fraction of crude oil and is excluded from the spill reporting requirements by CERCLA Section
101 (14) (F). The petroleum exclusion for this product may terminate and an accidental spill may require reporting to the National Response Center at:
(800) 424-8802.
This product contains approximately 0.3% of Xylene. The reportable quantity of Xylene is 100 pounds. This product contains approximately 0.2% of
Cumene. The reportable quantity of Cumene is 5,000 pounds.
SECTION 16 - OTHER INFORMATION
The information and recommendations contained herein are to the best of PALMER ASPHALT'S knowledge and belief, accurate, and reliable as of the
date issued. PALMER ASPHALT does not warrant or guarantee their accuracy or reliability, and PALMER ASPHALT shall not be liable for any loss or
damage arising out of the use thereof.
The information and recommendations are offered for the users consideration and examination, and it is the user's responsibility to satisfy itself that they
are suitable and complete for its particular use.
The Environmental Information included under Section 12 hereof as well as the Hazardous Material Identification System (HMIS) and National Fire
Protection Association (NFPA) ratings have been included by PALMER ASPHALT COMPANY in order to provide additional health and hazard
classification information. The ratings recommended are based upon the criteria supplied by the developers of these rating systems, together with
PALMER ASPHALT'S interpretation of the available data.
For Other Product Information Contact:
PALMER ASPHALT COMPANY
P.O. BOX 58
BAYONNE, NJ 07002
TELEPHONE: (201) 339-0855
FAX: (201) 339-8320
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