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                   1 PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

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PRODUCT NAME:   6980 Rustlok Steel Primer

PRODUCT USE.:   Bottom prep system

APPEARANCE..:   Clear liquid with hydrocarbon odor

CAS NUMBER..:   Mixture

SYNONYMS....:   None                                     REVISION...:   4

                                                         DATE.......: 1/06/00

                                                         MSDS NUMBER: 1698000





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                   2 HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

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HAZARDOUS COMPONENT         REG AGENCY      PPM          NOTES   MG/M3        NOTES



Polyisocyanate based on                          (None established.)

MDI

CAS NUMBER:DA-133

PERCENT BY WGT: 30 TO 35



Methylene diphenyl          ACGIH TWA       0.005                0.051

diisocyanate (MDI)          OSHA CEILING    0.02                 0.2

CAS NUMBER:101-68-8

PERCENT BY WGT: 5 TO 10



Ethyl Orthoformate                               (None established.)

CAS NUMBER:122-51-0

PERCENT BY WGT: 1 TO 5



Xylene                      ACGIH STEL      150                  651

CAS NUMBER:1330-20-7        ACGIH-TWA       100                  434

PERCENT BY WGT: 1 TO 5      NIOSH           100                  435

                            NIOSH STEL      150                  655

                            OSHA STEL       150                  655

                            OSHA TWA        100                  435



Trimethyl benzene           ACGIH TLV       25                   123

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                   2 HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

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HAZARDOUS COMPONENT        REG AGENCY      PPM       NOTES      MG/M3        NOTES



CAS NUMBER:25551-13-7      OSHA TWA        25                   125

PERCENT BY WGT: 10 TO 15



Petroleum distillates      OSHA-PEL        100                  -

CAS NUMBER:64742-95-6

PERCENT BY WGT: 35 TO 40



Aluminum (as metal dust)   ACGIH TWA       -                    10

CAS NUMBER:7429-90-5       OSHA TWA        -                    15           1

PERCENT BY WGT: 10 TO 15   OSHA-TWA        -                    5            2



Aluminum (as welding       ACGIH TWA       -                    5

fume)                      OSHA TWA        -                    5

CAS NUMBER:7429-90-5-

PERCENT BY WGT: 10 TO 15



NOTES:

  1) Total dust

  2) Respirable fraction



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                   3 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

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EYE:   Direct contact with liquid or vapor causes irritation.



SKIN: Prolonged or repeated contact with the skin can result in defatting and

drying of the skin which may result in skin irritation and dermatitis (rash).

May be absorbed through the skin resulting in systemic effects.



INHALATION: Avoid breathing vapors or mists. High concentrations may lead to

central nervous system effects (drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, headaches). Pro-

longed or repeated inhalation and ingestion may cause delayed injury involving

the kidneys and the blood. Prolonged or repeated inhalation of high concen-

trations of metal fumes may cause metal fume fever characterized by headache,

dizziness, metallic taste in mouth and general flu-like symptoms.



INGESTION: Irritating to the nose, throat and respiratory tract. May cause

vomiting. Aspiration of this product into the lung may cause chemical pneumo-

nitis which can be fatal.



Individuals with pre-existing disease in or a history of ailments involving the

skin, eye, respiratory tract, liver, kidney, central nervous system are at a

greater than normal risk of developing adverse effects when exposed to this

material.



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                   4 FIRST AID MEASURES

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                   4 FIRST AID MEASURES

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EYE CONTACT: Immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.

Get medical attention.



SKIN CONTACT: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash thoroughly with soap and

water. If redness, itching, burning or other symptoms develop or persist, get

medical attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.



INHALATION: If you experience difficulty in breathing, leave the area to obtain

fresh air. If breathing has stopped have a trained person administer artificial

respiration preferably mouth-to-mouth. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.

Get medical attention.



INGESTION:     If swallowed do NOT induce vomiting. Get immediate medical

attention.     NEVER GIVE ANYTHING BY MOUTH TO AN UNCONSCIOUS PERSON.



NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: There is no specific antidote for effects from overexposure

to this material. Treatment should be directed at the control of symptoms and

the clinical condition.



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                   5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

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FLASH POINT:    105 F/41C



EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray or foam.



FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: As in any fire, wear complete fire service protective

equipment, including full-face MSHA/NIOSH approved or equivalent self-contained

breathing apparatus. Use water to cool fire-exposed container/structure/protect

personnel.



FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Can release vapors that form explosive mixtures.

Vapors can travel to a source of ignition and flash back. Closed containers may

explode when exposed to extreme heat (fire). Toxic vapors may be given off in a

fire.



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                   6 SPILL AND LEAK PROCEDURES

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Stop spill/leak if no risk involved. Avoid breathing vapors. Eliminate ALL

sources of ignition. Use an inert absorbent to complete a clean-up. This

material reacts with oxidizing materials. Absorb spilled material and place in

closed container for disposal.



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                   7 HANDLING AND STORAGE

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PRODUCT NAME: 6980 Rustlok Steel Primer                            PAGE     4 OF    4



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                   7 HANDLING AND STORAGE

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HANDLING: Avoid prolonged or repeated breathing of vapors, mists or fumes.         Do

not get on skin, in eyes or on clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling.



STORAGE: Keep in a closed, labeled container within a cool (well-shaded), dry,

ventilated area. Protect from physical damage. Keep containers closed when

material is not in use. Maintain good housekeeping.



OTHER: Keep away from heat and open flame.   Do not use until manufacturer's

precautions have been read/understood.



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                   8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

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ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Ventilation is normally required when handling or using

this product to keep exposure to airborne contaminants below the exposure limit.

Facilities storing or utilizing this product should be equipped with an eyewash

facility.



RESPIRATORS: Ensure fresh air entry during application and drying. If you

experience eye watering, headache or dizziness or if air monitoring demonstrates

vapor levels are above applicable limits, wear an appropriate, properly fitted

respirator (NIOSH/MSHA approved or equivalent) during and after application.

Follow respirator manufacturer's directions for respirator use. Close container

after each use. A repiratory protection program that meets OSHA 1910.134 and

NIOSH 42 CFR 84 requirements must be followed whenever workplace conditions

warrant a respirator's use.



PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Industrial safety glasses at a minimum. As

necessary for work area conditions: use side shields, goggles, or faceshield.

As required, chemical resistant flexible-type gloves (heavy duty neoprene or

equal). Wear industrial-type work clothing and safety footwear. Depending on

working conditions, i.e., contact potential, wear resistant protective garments

such as head/neck cover, aprons, jackets, pants, coveralls, boots, etc.



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                   9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

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Weight Per Gallon (lbs):       8.970   % VOL by Weight.:   44

Vapor Density.: (air=1)>1              Boiling Point...:   Not determined

Vapor Pressure: Not determined         Evaporation Rate:   (ether=1)<1

pH............: Not determined         Specific Gravity:   >1

Solubility In Water: Negligible        Viscosity.......:   Not determined

VOC Content................: 467 g/L





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                   10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY DATA

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PRODUCT NAME: 6980 Rustlok Steel Primer                         PAGE    5 OF   4



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                   10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY DATA

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STABILITY: None

HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: None

INCOMPATIBILITY: Avoid oxidizing agents, heat, sparks and open flames.

HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCT(S): Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide upon

thermal decomposition.



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                   11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

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Contact Kop-Coat for applicable information.



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                   12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

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Product has not been tested for ecotoxicity.



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                   13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

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This product as supplied is a USEPA defined ignitable hazardous waste. Dispose

of unusable product as a hazardous waste (D001) in accordance with local, state

and federal regulations.



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                   14 TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION REPORTABLE QUANTITIES

REPORTABLE QTY (LBS)    HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE

      100               Xylene



DOT PROPER SHIPPING NAME: None

DOT HAZARD CLASS: None

LABEL: Non-Hazardous

DOT IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: None

DOT information for domestic ground transportation.



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                   15 REGULATORY INFORMATION

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SARA TITLE III SECTION 313 CHEMICALS

Methylene diphenyl       diisocyanate (MDI)

Xylene

Aluminum (as metal dust)

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                   16 OTHER INFORMATION

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NOTE: The petroleum distillate (CAS# 64742-95-6) may contain approximately 7%

xylene, 3% cumene and 40% trimethylbenzene.



NOTICE: While the information and recommendations set forth herein are believed

to be accurate as of the date hereof, Kop-Coat, Inc. makes no warranty with

respect thereto and disclaims all liability from reliance thereon.



PREPARED BY: L. Briggs Manager Environmental and Regulatory Affairs