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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Date Prepared: January 1st, 2009
Product Name: Brofix Steel
Product Number: FG600451055-24 Emergency Phone: 1- (800) 424-9300
Supplier's Name: Brodi Specialty Products Ltd. Information Phone: 1-(877) 744-0751
Supplier's Address: 250 Cochrane Drive, Unit 9, Markham, ON, L3R 8E5
Prepared By: MSDS Co-ordinator, (877) 744-0751 ext 205, Brodi Specialty Products Ltd
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Component/Exposure Limits CAS# % by Wt.
Digylcidyl Ether of Bisphenol A 25036-25-3 7% to 13%
INGESTION LD(50): >5000 mg/kg
SKIN LD(50): 20000 mg/kg (rabbit)
Digylcidyl Ether of Bisphenol A 25085-99-8 5% to 10%
INGESTION LD(50): >5000 mg/kg (rat)
SKIN ABSORPTION: 20000 mg/kg (rabbit)
2,4,6-TRIS(DIMETHYLAMINO)METHYL PHENOL 90-72-2 0.5% to 1.5%
SKIN IRRITATION: 8 (scale 0-8) (rabbit)
ORAL LD(50): 1653 mg/kg (rat)
INHALATION LC(50): >0.5 mg/L (rat)
EYE IRRITATION: 110 (scale 0-110) (rabbit)
DOT CORROSIVITY: neg. (rabbit)
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Potential Health Effects
EYE:
May cause moderate eye irritation.
SKIN:
Has caused allergic skin reactions in humans. A single
exposure not likely to cause skin irritation. Prolonged and repeated
contact may cause skin irritation with local redness.
INGESTION:
Very low toxicity if swallowed. Harmful effects not
anticipated from swallowing small amounts.
INHALATION:
Vapors are unlikely due to physical properties.
CHRONIC (CANCER) INFORMATION:
N/A
TERATOLOGY (BIRTH DEFECT) INFORMATION:
N/A
REPRODUCTION INFORMATION:
N/A
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
EYES:
Flush eyes thoroughly with water for several minutes. If
effects occur, consult a physician, preferably an opthalmologist.
SKIN:
Wash skin with plenty of soap and water.
INGESTION:
No emergency medical treatment necessary.
INHALATION:
N/A
NOTE TO PHYSICIANS:
Consider additional thorough skin wash with mild, non-
abrasive soap and plenty of warm water for at least fifteen minutes.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FLAMMABLE PROPERTIES:
FLASH POINT: > 140F Method: N/A
FLAMMABLE LIMITS:
Lower flammable limit: N/A
Upper flammable limit: N/A
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE:
N/A
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS:
Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen and
sulfur.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:
FOAM, ALCOHOL FOAM, CO2, DRY CHEMICAL, WATER FOG, OTHER
FIREFIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS:
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Respiratory equipment should be worn to avoid inhalation of
concentrated vapors. Water should not be used except as fog to keep
nearby containers cool.
Fire Fighters and others who may be exposed to the products of
combustion should be equipped with NIOSH approved positive pressure
self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full protective
clothing.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
SPILLS:
Dispose of in normal manner in accordance to all applicable
state, federal, and local laws. Not a hazardous waste.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING:
No special precautions needed.
Personal hygiene- Wash thoroughly after handling, especially before
eating, drinking, smoking, and using restroom facilities.
Professionally launder contaminated clothing before use.
Empty container precautions- Do not reuse empty containers for food,
clothing, or products for human or animal consumption, or where skin
contact can occur.
STORAGE:
Temperature- Less than 90 F.
Conditions- Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated area.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
ENGINEERING CONTROLS:
Local exhaust: Use to keep exposures below recommendations.
Use if material is heated above 100 F.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION:
None required in a well-ventilated area.
SKIN PROTECTION:
Appropriate impervious gloves. Because a variety of
protective gloves exist, consult glove manufacturer to determine the
proper type for the specific operation.
EYE PROTECTION:
Safety glasses or goggles.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
BOILING POINT: N/A
MELTING POINT: N/A
VAPOR PRESSURE: N/A
VAPOR DENSITY: N/A
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Insoluble in water
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 2.24689
pH: N/A
VOLATILE ORGANIC COMPOUNDS: <0.1%
ODOR: Mercaptan/sulfur
APPEARANCE: Putty
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
CHEMICAL STABILITY (CONDITIONS TO AVOID):
This product is stable.
INCOMPATIBILITY:
None.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:
Carbon dioxide, aldehydes, acids, oxides of sulfur and nitrogen
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:
Will not occur.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
EYE: N/A
SKIN: N/A
INGESTION: N/A
INHALATION: N/A
SUBCHRONIC: N/A
CHRONIC/CARCINOGENICITY: N/A
TERATOLOGY: N/A
REPRODUCTION: N/A
MUTAGENICITY: N/A
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ECOTOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION: N/A
CHEMICAL FATE INFORMATION: N/A
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13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Incinerate in furnace or bury in landfill in accordance with all applicable
regulations.
Not classified as a hazardous waste.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Not DOT regulated.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
WHMIS CLASSIFICATION: D2B. When this product is labeled as a consumer product, it is exempt from WHMIS regulations. (See
Section 12(f) of the Hazardous Products Act).
U.S. FEDERAL REGULATIONS: TSCA: All ingredients are TSCA listed.
OSHA: Not OSHA regulated.
CERCLA: SARA HAZARD CATEGORY: Not regulated.
SECTION 313: Not regulated.
INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS:
CANADIAN WHMIS: DB2 skin sensitizer.
CANADIAN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT (CEPA): N/A
EINECS: EINECS listed.
STATE REGULATIONS:
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
This product contains the following chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer or reproductive toxicity
None
The following ingredients are present in this material and are subject to reporting in accordance to the Pennsylvania, New
Jersey, and/or Massachusetts Right-to-Know (RTK) laws:
Magnesium Silicate Hydrate (CAS:14807-96-6)
Polyether Polymercaptan (TRADE SECRET)
Iron/Silicon/Titanium Alloy (CAS:7439-89-6)
Sodium Calcium Magnesium Silicate (CAS:65997-17-3)
Nypheline Syenite (CAS:17244-96-5)
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Hazard Ratings
NFPA Ratings: Health: 1 Fire: 0 Physical Data: 0 PPE: B
USERS RESPONSIBILITY: A bulletin such as this cannot be expected to cover all possible individual situations. As the
user has the responsibility to provide a safe workplace, all aspects on an individual operation should be
examined to determined if, or where, precautions - in addition to those described herein - are required. Any
health hazard and safety information herein should be passed on to your customers or employees as the case may
be.
DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY: The information contained herein is, to the best of our knowledge and belief, accurate.
However, since the conditions of handling and use are beyond our control, we make no guarantee of results, and
assume no liability for damage incurred by the use of this material. All chemicals may present unknown health
hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot guarantee
that these are the only hazards which exist. Final determination of suitability of the chemical is the sole
responsibility of the user. No representation of warranties, either expressed or implied, of merchantability,
fitness for a particular purpose or any other nature are made hereunder with respect to the information refers.
It is the responsibility of the user to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and
regulations.
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