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I. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Company: Simpson Strong-Tie Company, Inc.
Address: 5956 W. Las Positas Blvd.
Pleasanton, CA 94588
Product Name: Cartridges: SET22, SET56, SETPAC10, SETPAC-EZ, SET1.7KT, SET1.7KTA
Single Packaging: SET010R, SET020R, SET050R, SETR
High Strength Epoxy-Tie?Anchoring Adhesive Epoxy Resin
Product Description:
Emergency Contact No.: 1-800-535-5053 USA
1-352-323-3500 International
Date Prepared or Revised: September 2009
Supercedes: March 2008
For most current MSDS, please visit our web site at www.simpsonanchors.com.
II. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical Names CAS Numbers
BisPhenolA/Epichlorohydrin (Epoxy Resin) 25068-38-6
N-butyl glycidyl ether 2426-08-06
Silica, crystalline quartz 14808-60-7
Titanium dioxide 1317-80-2
The remaining ingredients are designated as trade secret .
III. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Non-corrosive.
May cause eye and skin irritation.
May cause skin sensitization.
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
ACUTE
Eye Contact: May cause eye irritation, swelling, tearing, redness or cornea damage.
Skin Contact: Moderate irritation. May cause skin sensitization, evidenced by rashes and hives.
Inhalation: Moderate irritation to the nose and respiratory tract. May cause Central Nervous System
depression, evidenced by headache, dizziness, and nausea.
Ingestion: May cause irritation to the gastrointestinal tract. May cause Central Nervous System
depression or other systemic effects.
Systemic Effects: Lungs, eyes, and skin.
IV. FIRST AID MEASURES
Eye Contact: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of cool water for at least 15 minutes while holding
the eyes open. If redness, burning, blurred vision, or swelling persists, CONSULT A
PHYSICIAN.
Skin Contact: Remove product and immediately wash affected area with soap and water. Do not
apply greases or ointments. Remove contaminated clothing. Wash clothing with
soap and water before reuse. If redness, burning, or swelling persists, CONSULT A
PHYSICIAN.
Ingestion: DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Never administer anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. Rinse out mouth with water, then drink sips of water to remove
taste from mouth. CONSULT A PHYSICIAN if vomiting occurs spontaneously, keep
head below hips to prevent aspiration.
Inhalation: Remove patient to fresh air. If patient continues to experience difficulty breathing,
CONSULT A PHYSICIAN.
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V. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water fog, carbon dioxide or dry chemical, aqueous foam.
Fire And Explosion Hazard: Hazardous decomposition products may occur when materials polymerize at
temperatures above 500oF. Do not allow run-off from fire fighting to enter drains or
water courses.
Fire Fighting Equipment and Wear full protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting.
Procedures: Isolate fuel supply from fire. Clear fire area of all non-emergency personnel. Use water
spray to cool fire-exposed surfaces and containers.
VI. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precautions: Use cautious judgment when cleaning up spill. Shut off leaks, if possible without
personal risk. Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
Evacuate personnel to safe areas.
Environmental Precautions: Construct a dike to prevent spreading. Keep out of sewers, storm drains, surface waters,
and soils.
Clean-up Methods: Small spills: Soak up with absorbent material such as clay, sand or other suitable non-
reactive material. Place in leak-proof containers. Seal tightly for proper disposal.
Large spills: Approach suspected leak areas with caution. Create a dike or trench to
contain material. Soak up with absorbent material such as clay, sand or other suitable
non-reactive material. Place in leak-proof containers. Seal tightly for proper disposal.
Additional Information: Notify authorities if any exposures to the general public or environment occur or are
likely to occur. Dispose in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.
VII. STORAGE AND HANDLING
Storage: Keep away from: acids, oxidizers, heat, or flames. Keep in cool, dry, well-ventilated area
in closed containers. Protect containers from physical damage.
Handling: To prevent skin and eye contact under the foreseeable conditions of use, wear
appropriate protective clothing and safety eyewear. When handling, do not eat, drink, or
smoke. Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid breathing fumes. Handle in a well-
ventilated work area.
VIII. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Protective Measure: Wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
Eye Protection: Avoid contact with eyes. Wear chemical splash goggles or safety glasses with side
shield.
Hand Protection: Wear chemical-resistant gloves such as: Nitrile, neoprene, butyl.
Skin and Body Protection: Wear chemical-resistant gloves and other clothing as required to minimize contact.
Respirator Protection: Not required for properly ventilated areas.
Exposure Limits:
COMPONENT ACGIH OSHA
(TLV) (PEL)
BisPhenolA/Epichlorohydrin (Epoxy Resin) N/E N/E
N-butyl glycidyl ether 25 ppm 25 ppm
0.1 mg/m3 0.4 mg/m3
Silica, crystalline quartz (airborne particulates of
respirable size)
10 mg/m3 15 mg/m3
Titanium dioxide (total dust)
IX. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Form: Paste
Color: White
Odor: Sweet
Vapor Pressure: Not Volatile
Boiling Point: >500 F (> 260 C)
Freezing Point: N/E
>250oF (Open Cup)
Flash Point:
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Specific Gravity: 1.21@ 72癋
Solubility In Water: Insoluble
X. REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Stable under normal storage conditions.
Conditions To Avoid: Incompatible chemicals, high heat and open flame.
Materials To Avoid: Oxidizing agents, acids, organic bases, and amines.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Combustion may produce carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, aldehydes, acids
and other organic substances.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
XI. TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES
Acute Oral (LD50, Rat): Non toxic
Acute Dermal (LD50, Rabbit): N/E
Acute Inhalation (LC50, Rat): N/E
Chronic Health Hazard The Diglycidyl Ether of Bisphenol A has shown weak carcinogenicity in 2-year mice
bioassays. This material has shown activity in-vitro microbial mutagenicity screening
and has produced chromosomal aberrations in cultured rat liver cells. No activity when
tested by vivo mutagenicity assays.
XII. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste From Residues / This material is not a hazardous waste by RCRA criteria (40 CFR 261). Dispose of
Unused Products: container and unused contents in accordance with federal, state, and local requirements.
XIII. TRANSPORTATION
US DOT: Not Regulated For Transport.
IATA: Not Regulated For Transport.
IMO: Not Regulated For Transport.
XIV. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Country Regulatory List
USA TSCA
EPA SARA Title III Section 312 (40 CFR 370) Hazardous Classification:
Acute/Chronic Health Hazard.
EPA SARA Title III Section 313 (40 CFR 372) Component(s) above de minimus level:
None.
US. California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act (Proposition 65):
This product contains small traces of the following chemicals that are known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or
reproductive toxicity and other harm.
Component Regulation Concentration Remarks
Phenylglycidyl ether* ACGIH Trace Carcinogenic
ACGIH Trace Carcinogenic
Epichlorohydrin*
* May be absorbed through skin.
XV. OTHER INFORMATION
HMIS RATING
Health Flammability Physical Hazard
2 1 0
N/E Not Established
This Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is prepared by Simpson Strong-Tie Co. in compliance with the requirements of OSHA 29
CFR Part 1910.1200. The information it contains is offered in good faith as accurate as of the date of this MSDS. This MSDS is
provided solely for the purpose of conveying health, safety, and environmental information. No warranty, expressed or implied, is
given. Health and Safety precautions may not be adequate for all individuals and/or situations. It is the user's obligation to evaluate
and use this product safely and to comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
Copyright 2009 Simpson Strong-Tie Co., Inc.
Form T-SAS-SETMSD09
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I. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Company: Simpson Strong-Tie Company, Inc.
Address: 5956 W. Las Positas Blvd.
Pleasanton, CA 94588
Product Name: Cartridges: SET22, SET56, SETPAC10, SETPAC-EZ, SET1.7KT, SET1.7KTA
Single Packaging: SET010H, SET020H, SET050H , SETH
High Strength Epoxy-Tie?Anchoring Adhesive Epoxy Hardener
Product Description:
Emergency Contact No.: 1-800-535-5053 USA
1-352-323-3500 International
Date Prepared or Revised: September 2009
Supercedes: March 2008
For most current MSDS, please visit our web site at www.simpsonanchors.com.
II. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical Names CAS Numbers
N-aminoethylpiperazine 140-31-8
Nonylphenol 25154-52-3
Phenol, 4,4-(1-methylethylidene)bis 80-05-7
Silica, crystalline quartz 14808-60-7
The remaining ingredients are designated as trade secret .
III. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Corrosive.
Severe irritation to eyes and skin.
May cause skin sensitization.
Components of the product may affect the nervous system.
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
ACUTE
Eye Contact: Severe irritation, swelling, tearing, redness or cornea damage. May cause burns and
tissue damage.
Skin Contact: Severe irritation. May cause burns and tissue damage. May cause skin sensitization
evidenced by rashes and hives.
Inhalation: Moderate irritation to the nose and respiratory tract. May cause Central Nervous System
depression, evidenced by giddiness, headache, dizziness, and nausea.
Ingestion: May cause irritation to the gastrointestinal tract. May cause headache nausea. May cause
Central Nervous System depression or other systemic effects.
Systemic Effects: Lungs, eyes, and skin.
IV. FIRST AID MEASURES
Eye Contact: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of cool water for at least 15 minutes while holding
the eyes open. If redness, burning, blurred vision, or swelling persists, CONSULT A
PHYSICIAN.
Skin Contact: Remove product and immediately wash affected area with soap and water. Do not
apply greases or ointments. Remove contaminated clothing. Wash clothing with
soap and water before reuse. If redness, burning, or swelling persists, CONSULT A
PHYSICIAN.
Ingestion: DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Never administer anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. Rinse out mouth with water, then drink sips of water to remove
taste from mouth. CONSULT A PHYSICIAN if vomiting occurs spontaneously, keep
head below hips to prevent aspiration.
Inhalation: Remove patient to fresh air. If patient continues to experience difficulty breathing,
CONSULT A PHYSICIAN.
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V. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, fog or foam, carbon dioxide, dry chemical, limestone powder.
Fire And Explosion Hazard: Irritating and toxic fumes may be produced at high temperature. In a fire, may produce
carbon monoxide, toxic nitrogen oxide, ammonia, and carbon dioxide. Use of water may
result in the formation of very toxic aqueous solution. Do not allow run-off from fire
fighting to enter drains or water courses.
Fire Fighting Equipment and Wear full protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting.
Procedures: Isolate fuel supply from fire. Clear fire area of all non-emergency personnel.
VI. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precautions: Use cautious judgment when cleaning up spill. Shut off leaks, if possible without
personal risk. Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
Evacuate personnel to safe areas.
Environmental Precautions: Construct a dike to prevent spreading. Keep out of sewers, storm drains, surface waters,
and soils.
Clean-up Methods: Small spills: Soak up with absorbent material such as clay, sand or other suitable non-
reactive material. Place in leak-proof containers. Seal tightly for proper disposal.
Large spills: Approach suspected leak areas with caution. Create a dike or trench to
contain material. Soak up with absorbent material such as clay, sand or other suitable
non-reactive material. Place in leak-proof containers. Seal tightly for proper disposal.
Additional Information: Notify authorities if any exposures to the general public or environment occur or are
likely to occur. Dispose in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.
VII. STORAGE AND HANDLING
Storage: Keep away from: acids, oxidizers, heat, or flames. Keep in cool, dry, well-ventilated area
in closed containers. Protect containers from physical damage.
Handling: To prevent skin and eye contact under the foreseeable conditions of use, wear
appropriate protective clothing and safety eyewear. When handling, do not eat, drink, or
smoke. Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid breathing fumes. Handle in a well
ventilated work area.
VIII. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Protective Measure: Wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
Eye Protection: Avoid contact with eyes. Wear chemical splash goggles or safety glasses with side
shield.
Hand Protection: Wear chemical-resistant gloves such as: Nitrile, neoprene, butyl.
Skin and Body Protection: Wear chemical-resistant gloves and other clothing as required to minimize contact.
Respirator Protection: Not required for properly ventilated areas.
Exposure Limits:
Chemical Names ACGIH OSHA
(TLV) (PEL)
N-aminoethylpiperazine N/E N/E
Nonylphenol N/E N/E
Phenol, 4,4-(1-methylethylidene)bis N/E N/E
Silica, crystalline quartz (airborne
0.1mg/m3 0.4mg/m3
particulates of respirable size)
IX. PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Form: Paste
Color: Black
Odor: Ammonia
Boiling Point: N/E
Freezing Point: N/E
Vapor Pressure: N/E
Flash Point: 198篎 (Open cup)
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Specific Gravity: 1.23@ 72癋
Solubility In Water: Slight
X. REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Stable under normal storage conditions.
Conditions To Avoid: Incompatible chemicals, high heat, and open flame.
Materials To Avoid: Oxidizing agents and acids.
Hazardous Decomposition Combustion may produce carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and nitrogen oxide, and
Products: other organic substances.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
XI. TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES
Acute Oral (LD50, Rat): Non toxic
Acute Dermal (LD50, Rabbit): N/E
Acute Inhalation (LC50, Rat): N/E
Chronic Health Hazard Components of this product are not listed as carcinogens in concentrations of 0.1% or
greater. Repeated or prolonged exposure may cause allergic reaction and/or limited
sensitization.
XII. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste From Residues / Dispose of container and unused contents in accordance with federal, state, and local
Unused Products: requirements.
XIII. TRANSPORTATION
US DOT: Cartridges: Consumer Commodity, ORM-D
Single Packaging: UN2735, Amines, Liquid, Corrosive, n.o.s. (Aminoethylpiperazine), 8, III
IATA: UN2735, Amines, Liquid, Corrosive, n.o.s. (Aminoethylpiperazine), 8, III
IMO: UN2735, Amines, Liquid, Corrosive, n.o.s. (Aminoethylpiperazine), 8, III
XIV. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Country Regulatory List
USA TSCA
EPA SARA Title III Section 312 (40 CFR 370) Hazardous Classification:
Acute/Chronic Health Hazard.
EPA SARA Title III Section 313 (40 CFR 372) Component(s) above de minimus level:
Phenol, 4,4-(1-methylethylidene)bis.
US. California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act (Proposition 65): This product contains small traces of
the following chemicals that are known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or reproductive toxicity and other harm.
Component Regulation Concentration Remarks
Carbon Black ACGIH Trace Carcinogenic
ACGIH Trace Carcinogenic
Silica Quartz
OSHA Trace Toxic
Toluene *
* May be absorbed through skin.
XV. OTHER INFORMATION
HMIS RATING
Health Flammability Physical Hazard
3 2 0
N/E Not Established
This Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is prepared by Simpson Strong-Tie Co. in compliance with the requirements of OSHA 29
CFR Part 1910.1200. The information it contains is offered in good faith as accurate as of the date of this MSDS. This MSDS is
provided solely for the purpose of conveying health, safety, and environmental information. No warranty, expressed or implied, is
given. Health and Safety precautions may not be adequate for all individuals and/or situations. It is the user's obligation to evaluate
and use this product safely and to comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
Copyright 2009 Simpson Strong-Tie Co., Inc.
Form T-SAS-SETMSD09
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