Material Safety Data Sheet
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Product name NA/EN
Celvol?Polyvinyl alcohol, 5-30%
solutions
MSDS number 80525 Revision Date Dec.29.2004
Revision Number 0.02 Issuing date Nov.14.2007
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1. Product and company identification
Manufacturer, importer, supplier
Celanese Ltd.
1601 W. LBJ Freeway
P.O. Box 819005
Dallas, TX 75381-9005
United States
Phone: 972 443 4000
Internet: www.celanese.com
Transportation emergency phone numbers:
In USA, call 800 424 9300
Outside USA, call 703 527 3887, collect calls accepted
2. Hazards identification
Emergency Overview
CAUTION!
May cause eye irritation.
May be harmful if absorbed through skin.
稴pilled polymer solution is very slippery.
Product Description
Appearance
Form liquid
Odor odorless
Colour colourless to yellow
Potential health effects
Routes of exposure
Skin, eyes, inhalation, ingestion.
Immediate effects
Inhalation No adverse health effects have been observed.
Skin Only slightly irritating to the skin.
Eyes may cause eye irritation Symptoms of exposure may include: Eye irritation or burning
sensation.
Ingestion Essentially non-toxic based on components.
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Acetic acid ethenyl ester, polymer with ethenol
Carcinogenic effects
No evidence of carcinogenicity respiratory tract epithelium
in vitro Mutagenicity
Ames test - negative
in vivo Mutagenicity
Mouse micronucleus - negative
Target organ effects
Overexposure (prolonged or repeated exposure) may cause:
Irritation of the respiratory tract
Irritation of the digestive tract
Local irritation at the site of exposure
Medical conditions which may be aggravated by exposure:
Significant exposure to this chemical may adversely affect people with acute or chronic disease of the:
Eyes
Skin
3. Composition/information on ingredients
Components CAS-No Percent %
Polyvinyl alcohol 5 - 30
The following specific grades of Celvol are covered by this MSDS:
Celvol?05-540 (25213-24-5) PVA Solution
Celvol?07-165 (9002-89-5) PVA Solution
Celvol?09-540 (25213-24-5) PVA Solution
Celvol?08-125 (9002-89-5) PVA Solution
Celvol?09-325 (9002-89-5) PVA Solution
Celvol?09-523 (25213-24-5) PVA Solution
Celvol?21-205 (25213-24-5) PVA Solution
Celvol?20-103 (9002-89-5) PVA Solution
Celvol?24-203 (25213-24-5) PVA Solution
Celvol?30-502 (25213-24-5) PVA Solution
Specific technical information on a Celvol grade should be obtained from the sales specification sheet available at
www.celvol.com
4. First aid measures
General Information
Wash contaminated clothing before re-use.
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Inhalation
Move to fresh air in case of accidental inhalation of vapors. If symptoms persist, call a physician.
Skin
Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If symptoms persist, call a physician.
Eyes
Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Immediate medical attention is
required.
Ingestion
If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label. Do not induce vomiting without medical
advice. Call a physician immediately.
5. Fire-fighting measures
NFPA: Health: 1 Flammability: 0 Instability: 0
Suitable extinguishing media
The product in solution form does not burn. The product will burn only after the water it contains is driven off. For dry
polymer, use alcohol resistant foam, carbon dioxide (CO2) or dry chemical., alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide (CO2),
Dry chemical
Extinguishing media which must not be used for safety reasons
None Known.
Special exposure hazards arising from the substance or preparation itself, its combustion products, or released
gases
Under conditions giving incomplete combustion, hazardous gases produced may consist of
carbon monoxide
carbon dioxide (CO2)
Combustion gases of organic materials must in principle be graded as inhalation poisons
Special protective equipment for fire-fighters
flame retardant protective clothing. self-contained breathing apparatus (EN 133).
Other Information
Cool containers / tanks with water spray. Thoroughly decontaminate bunker gear and other fire-fighting equipment before
re-use.
6. Accidental release measures
Personal precautions
Avoid contact with the skin and the eyes. Forms slippery surfaces with water.
Keep unnecessary people away; isolate hazard area and deny entry.
Environmental precautions
Prevent further leakage or spillage. Do not discharge into the drains/surface waters/groundwater.
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Methods for cleaning Up
Soak up with inert absorbent material (e.g. sand, silica gel, acid binder, universal binder, sawdust). Keep in suitable,
closed containers for disposal. Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.
7. Handling and storage
Handling
Advice on safe handling
Use adequate ventilation. Use with adequate ventilation. Keep containers closed when not in use. Always open
containers slowly to allow any excess pressure to vent. Avoid breathing vapor. Avoid contact with eyes, skin or
clothing. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Decontaminate soiled clothing thoroughly before re-
use. Destroy contaminated leather clothing.
Spilled polymer solution is very slippery. Use care to avoid falls.
Storage
Technical measures/Storage conditions
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
Material storage
Store at room temperature in the original container. Keep away from reactive metals (sodium, zinc, copper, calcium,
etc.).
Incompatible products
Keep away from:
concentrated peroxides
perchlorates
strong oxidizing agents
8. Exposure controls / personal protection
OSHA Exposure Limits
ACGIH Exposure Limits
Exposure controls
Engineering measures
General or dilution ventilation is frequently insufficient as the sole means of controlling employee exposure. Local
ventilation is usually preferred.
Protective Equipment
A safety shower and eyebath should be readily available.
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General advice
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Do not breathe dust. Use only in an area equipped with a safety shower. Hold eye wash
fountain available.
Skin protection:
Wear impervious clothing and gloves to prevent contact. Neoprene is recommended. Other protective material may be
used, depending on the situation, if adequate degradation and permeation data is available. If other chemicals are used in
conjunction with this chemical, material selection should be based on protection for all chemicals present
Eye/face protection:
Wear chemical goggles when there is a reasonable chance of eye contact.
9. Physical and chemical properties
Appearance
Form liquid
Colour colourless to yellow
Odor odorless
Boiling point/range 100C (212F)
Density 1.05 g/ml @ 20癈
pH Neutral
10. Stability and reactivity
Stability
Stable
Conditions to avoid
Freezing conditions.
Materials to avoid
Keep away from reactive metals (sodium, zinc, copper, calcium, etc.)
Hazardous Combustion or Decomposition Products:
Thermal decomposition products may include oxides of carbon.
Hazardous reactions
Hazardous polymerization does not occur
11. Toxicological information
Acetic acid ethenyl ester, polymer with ethenol
Oral LD50: > 5000 mg/kg, rat
Inhalation LC50: > 20,000 mg/m? rat, 1h
Skin irritation No skin irritation.
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Species rabbit
Skin Sensitization nonsensitizer
Species guinea pig
Method Maximization
Eye Irritation Mild eye irritation
Species rabbit eye
Carcinogenic effects No evidence of carcinogenicity respiratory tract epithelium
Study inhalation study (28 months)
in vitro Mutagenicity Ames test - negative
in vivo Mutagenicity Mouse micronucleus - negative
12. Ecological information
Acetic acid ethenyl ester, polymer with ethenol
Toxicity to fish LC50: 10 mg/l (96h)
Species Lepomis macrochirus (Bluegill sunfish)
LC50: 40 mg/l (96h)
Species Pimephales promelas (Fathead minnow)
Toxicity to daphnia EC50: 8.3 mg/l (48h) EC50: 8.3 mg/l (96h)
Species Daphnia magna
Toxicity to bacteria EC50: 50 mg/l (17h)
Method DIN 38412 T.8
Biodegradation 90 %
Method OECD 302 B (Zahn-Wellens Test)
Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) 1640 mg/l
13. Disposal considerations
Disposal Considerations:
Dispose of spilled material in accordance with state and local regulations for waste that is non-hazardous by Federal
definition. Note that this information applies to the material as manufactured; processing, use, or contamination may make
this information inappropriate, inaccurate, or incomplete.
Note that this handling and disposal information may also apply to empty containers, liners and rinsate. State or local
regulations or restrictions are complex and may differ from federal regulations. This information is intended as an aid to
proper handling and disposal; the final responsibility for handling and disposal is with the owner of the waste.
14. Transport information
US Department of Transportation Not regulated
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MSDS number 80525 Revision Date Dec.29.2004
Revision Number 0.02 Issuing date Nov.14.2007
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14. Transport information
TDG Not regulated
ICAO/IATA not restricted
IMDG Not regulated
15. Regulatory information
U.S. STATE REGULATIONS
Chemicals associated with the product which are subject to the state right-to-know regulations are listed along with the
applicable state(s):
none
U.S. FEDERAL REGULATIONS
TSCA Inventory:
We certify that all components are either on the TSCA inventory or qualify for an exemption.
Environmental Regulations:
SARA 311:
Acute health: Yes
Chronic health: No
Fire: No
Sudden release of pressure: No
Reactive: No
INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS
International Chemical Inventory
Listed on the chemical inventories of the following countries or qualifies for an exemption:
AUSTRALIA,CHINA,CANADA,EUROPE,KOREA,PHILIPPINES, JAPAN
16. Other information
Prepared By
Product Stewardship Department
Celanese
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Product name NA/EN
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MSDS number 80525 Revision Date Dec.29.2004
Revision Number 0.02 Issuing date Nov.14.2007
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NFPA: Health: 1 Flammability: 0 Instability: 0
HMIS: Health: 1 Flammability: 0 Physical hazard: 0
For more information, other material safety data sheets or technical data sheets please consult the Celanese homepage
(www.celanese.com)
Sources of key data used to compile the datasheet
Information contained in this safety data sheet is based on Celanese owned data and public sources deemed valid or
acceptable. The absence of data elements required by ANSI or 2001/58/EC indicates, that no data meeting these
requirements is available.
Changes against the previous version are marked by ***
For industrial use only. The information contained herein is accurate to the best of our knowledge. We do not suggest or
guarantee that any hazards listed herein are the only ones which exist. Celanese makes no warranty of any kind, express
or implied, concerning the safe use of this material in your process or in combination with other substances. Effects can
be aggravated by other materials and/or this material may aggravate or add to the effects of other materials. This material
may be released from gas, liquid, or solid materials made directly or indirectly from it. User has the sole responsibility to
determine the suitability of the materials for any use and the manner of use contemplated. User must meet all applicable
safety and health standards. Material safety data sheets are provided on the Internet by Celanese as a service to its
customers. Possession of an Internet MSDS does not indicate that the possessor of the MSDS was a purchaser or user
of the subject product.
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