SAFETY DATA SHEET
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Issued: 16/03/2007
Revision No: 2
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE / PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY / UNDERTAKING
Product name: Tradeweld Acrylic SS
Product code: WELDACRYLICSS
Company name: Trade Grade Products Ltd
10 Victory Close, Woolsbridge Industrial Park
Three Legged Cross
Wimborne
Dorset
BH21 6SX
Tel: +44(0)1202 820177
Fax: +44(0)1202 814011
Email: sales@thegluepeople.co.uk
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Main hazards: Highly flammable. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. May cause sensitisation by skin
contact.
Other hazards: In use, may form flammable / explosive vapour-air mixture.
Skin contact: There may be irritation and redness at the site of contact.
Eye contact: There may be irritation and redness. The eyes may water profusely.
Ingestion: There may be soreness and redness of the mouth and throat.
Inhalation: There may be irritation of the throat with a feeling of tightness in the chest. Exposure may cause
coughing or wheezing.
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4. FIRST AID MEASURES (ACTION)
Skin contact: Remove all contaminated clothes and footwear immediately unless stuck to skin. Wash
immediately with plenty of soap and water.
Eye contact: Bathe the eye with running water for 15 minutes. Consult a doctor.
Ingestion: Wash out mouth with water. Consult a doctor.
Inhalation: Remove casualty from exposure ensuring one's own safety whilst doing so. Consult a doctor.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing media: Alcohol resistant foam. Water spray. Carbon dioxide. Dry chemical powder. Use water spray to
cool containers.
Exposure hazards: Highly flammable. In combustion emits toxic fumes. Forms explosive air-vapour mixture. Vapour
may travel considerable distance to source of ignition and flash back.
Protection of fire-fighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus. Wear protective clothing to prevent contact with skin
and eyes.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions: Refer to section 8 of SDS for personal protection details. If outside do not approach from
downwind. If outside keep bystanders upwind and away from danger point. Mark out the
contaminated area with signs and prevent access to unauthorised personnel. Turn leaking
containers leak-side up to prevent the escape of liquid. Eliminate all sources of ignition.
Environmental precautions: Do not discharge into drains or rivers. Contain the spillage using bunding.
Clean-up procedures: Absorb into dry earth or sand. Transfer to a closable, labelled salvage container for disposal by
an appropriate method. Do not use equipment in clean-up procedure which may produce
sparks.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling requirements: Avoid direct contact with the substance. Ensure there is sufficient ventilation of the area. Do
not handle in a confined space. Avoid the formation or spread of mists in the air. Smoking is
forbidden. Use non-sparking tools.
Storage conditions: Store in cool, well ventilated area. Keep container tightly closed. Keep away from sources of
ignition. Prevent the build up of electrostatic charge in the immediate area. Ensure lighting and
electrical equipment are not a source of ignition.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Hazardous ingredients: METHACRYLIC ACID
WEL (8 hr exposure limit): 72 mg/m3 WEL (15 min exposure limit): 143 mg/m3
?METHYL METHACRYLATE
WEL (8 hr exposure limit): 208 mg/m3 WEL (15 min exposure limit): 416 mg/m3
Engineering measures: Ensure there is sufficient ventilation of the area. Ensure lighting and electrical equipment are not
a source of ignition.
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Respiratory protection: Self-contained breathing apparatus must be available in case of emergency.
Hand protection: Protective gloves.
Eye protection: Safety glasses. Ensure eye bath is to hand.
Skin protection: Protective clothing.
Stability: Stable under normal conditions. Stable at room temperature.
Conditions to avoid: Heat. Hot surfaces. Sources of ignition. Flames.
Materials to avoid: Strong oxidising agents. Strong acids.
Haz. decomp. products: In combustion emits toxic fumes.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Hazardous ingredients: METHACRYLIC ACID
ORL MUS LD50 1250 mg/kg
ORL RAT LD50 1600 mg/kg
?A,A-DIMETHYLBENZYL HYDROPEROXIDE
ORL MUS LDLO 5 gm/kg
ORL RAT LD50 382 mg/kg
SCU RAT LD50 382 mg/kg
?METHYL METHACRYLATE
IPR RAT LD50 1328 mg/kg
ORL MUS LD50 3625 mg/kg
ORL RAT LD50 7872 mg/kg
Routes of exposure: Refer to section 4 of SDS for routes of exposure and corresponding symptoms.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Mobility: Readily absorbed into soil.
Persistence and degradability: Biodegradable.
Bioaccumulative potential: No bioaccumulation potential.
Other adverse effects: Negligible ecotoxicity.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
NB: The user's attention is drawn to the possible existence of regional or national regulations
regarding disposal.
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14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
ADR / RID
UN no: 1133 ADR Class: 3
Packing group: II Classification code: F1
Shipping name: ADHESIVES
Labelling: 3 Hazard ID no: 33
IMDG / IMO
UN no: 1133 Class: 3
Packing group: II EmS: F-E,S-D
Marine pollutant: . Labelling: 3
IATA / ICAO
UN no: 1133 Class: 3
Packing group: II Packing instructions: 305(P&CA); 307(CAO)
Labelling: 3
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Hazard symbols: Highly flammable.
Irritant.
Risk phrases: R11: Highly flammable.
R36/37/38: Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
R43: May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
Safety phrases: S16: Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
S24/25: Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
S23: Do not breathe fumes.
S37/39: Wear suitable gloves and eye / face protection.
S51: Use only in well-ventilated areas.
Note: The regulatory information given above only indicates the principal regulations specifically
applicable to the product described in the safety data sheet. The user's attention is drawn to
the possible existence of additional provisions which complete these regulations. Refer to all
applicable national, international and local regulations or provisions.
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16. OTHER INFORMATION
Risk phrases used in s.2: R21/22: Harmful in contact with skin and if swallowed.
R35: Causes severe burns.
R36/37/38: Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
R7: May cause fire.
R23: Toxic by inhalation.
R34: Causes burns.
R48/20/22: Harmful: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through
inhalation and if swallowed.
R51/53: Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic
environment.
R11: Highly flammable.
R37/38: Irritating to respiratory system and skin.
R43: May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
Legal disclaimer: The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall
be used only as a guide. This company shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from
handling or from contact with the above product.