PRINT DATE: 1/07/07
Version 1.2
REVISON DATE: 1/07/07
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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1. Product and Company Identification
1.1 PRODUCT NAME: DURACON BfK
1.2 USE OF PRODUCT Base resin for grooves.
1.3 SUPPLIER: Equus Industries Ltd
Sheffield Street
Riverlands Industrial Estate
Blenheim, Marlborough, New Zealand
Telephone: +64 3 578 0214
Fax: +64 3 578 0919
1.4 PRODUCER: Alteco Technik GmbH
Raiffeisenstra遝 16
D-27239 Twistringen, Germany
Telephone: 0049 (0) 4243-92 95-0
Fax: 0049 (0) 4243-3322
1.5 EMERGENCY CONTACT: National Poison Centre
Telephone: 0800 764 766
Information about Safety Data Sheet: Telephone: +64 3 578 0214 8:00am ?6:00pm Mon - Fri
2. Hazards Identification
2.1 Classification:
Dangerous Goods ?classification according to New Zealand Dangerous Goods Code.
2.2 Risk & Safety Phrases:
R11,37-38,43
S9,16,24,29,33,37
2.3 Special Hazard notes for humans and environment:
Vapours with air can cause mixes which can explode. Also see point 7, 8 and 10.
The full text of each R & S phrases is listed in Section 16.
Equus Industries Ltd, Sheffield Street, Riverlands Industrial Estate, Blenheim, Marlborough, New Zealand
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3. Composition/Information on Ingredients
3.1 Chemical Characterization (Preparation):
Reactive resin based on methyl methacrylate.
3.2 Hazardous Ingredients:
CAS NO. COMPONENT CONCENTRATION % CLASSIFICATION
80-62-6 Methyl methacrylate 25-50% R11/37/38/43
103-11-7 2-Ethylhexylacrylate 10-25% R37/38/43
3.3 Only ingredients, additives and impurities which are classified and contribute to the classification of
the product are included in this section.
4. First Aid Measures
4.1 After Inhalation:
Remove person to fresh air. Allow person to rest. If unconscious place in recovery position. If not
breathing, give artificial respiration. Seek medical attention.
4.2 After Skin Contact:
Remove contaminated clothing. Wipe of excess material and wash skin immediately with mild soap
and plenty of water. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
4.3 After Eye Contact:
Rinse immediately with running water, while holding eyelid open for at least 15 minutes.
Seek medical attention.
4.4 After Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth with water and drink sufficient water in small sips. Allow
affected person to rest. Seek medical attention immediately.
4.5 Advice to Doctor:
Sensitization through skin contact possible, decontamination, symptomatic treatment, no specific
antidote known.
5. Fire Fighting Measures
5.1 Suitable Extinguishing Media:
Dry powder, foam, fog or carbon dioxide.
5.2 Protective Equipment:
Use self contained breathing apparatus when in close proximity to fire, and wear full body protective
clothing (heat and chemically resistant).
5.3 Specific Hazards:
Combustion and decomposition products lead to irritation or infection of the airways. The formation
of vapour/air mixtures which can lead to flame or explosion is possible. Residues from fire and
contaminated extinguishing agents must be disposed of according to the local regulations.
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5.4 Combustion Products:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, fumes and smoke.
5.5 Precautions in Connection with Fire:
Do not use a heavy water stream, in order to avoid the fire to extend. Apply water spray or fog to
cool nearby equipment. Avoid fire fighting water entering the environment.
6. Accidental Release Measures
6.1 Preliminary Action and Precautions:
6.1.1 Eliminate every possible source of ignition.
6.1.2 Evacuate all personnel immediately and ventilate area.
6.1.3 Avoid breathing vapour and contact with skin, eyes and clothing.
6.1.4 Wear recommended personal protective equipment and clothing.
6.1.5 Shut off leaks if possible without risk.
6.1.6 Dike in the spilled product as much as possible with inert material.
6.1.7 Prevent entry of product into sewers, soil, storm water drains and open bodies of water.
6.1.8 Collect the spillage in closable, suitable disposal containers.
6.1.9 Clean up all spills as soon as possible, using an inert absorbent material (i.e. diatomaceous earth,
expanded mica, sawdust etc.) and dispose of as hazardous waste.
7. Handling and Storage
7.1 Handling:
7.1.1 Always provide adequate ventilation. In closed rooms, install ventilators or suction (explosion
protection) and use respirator. Vapours are 4x heavier than air, therefore suction from below.
7.1.2 Use special care to avoid possibility of dangerous concentrations of vapours in low lying, open
rooms.
7.1.3 Avoid breathing vapour or mist. Wear breathing protection.
7.1.4 Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Do not use near heat, welding, sparks or open flames,
and do not smoke. Together with air, vapours can form a mixture which can explode.
7.1.5 Use special care to avoid static electric discharges (i.e. antistatic clothing and shoes, non-sparking
tools).
7.1.6 Use special care when opening containers, they can be under pressure.
7.1.7 Treat empty containers with the same caution as filled ones.
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7.1.8 Wash hands thoroughly after handling, especially before eating, drinking, smoking or using the toilet.
7.1.9 Use only explosion proof equipment.
7.1.10 Keep fire extinguisher (Class A) ready at all times.
7.2 Storage:
7.2.1 Store product in closed original containers.
Store in dry, well ventilated room with a maximum temperature of 250C.
7.2.2
7.2.3 Store away from sources of ignition, (i.e. sparks, open flames, heat etc.)
7.2.4 Store away from oxidizing materials and other flammable materials (see section 10).
7.2.5 Store in room with a solvent resistant and leak proof floor.
7.2.6 Store away from foodstuffs.
7.2.7 Keep containers tightly closed at all times.
7.2.8 Never fill containers more than 80% because the aerial oxygen is necessary for stabilizing.
7.2.9 Protect from direct sunlight.
8. Exposure Controls and Personal Protection Equipment
8.1 Exposure Limits:
Cas ?80-62-6 TLV/TWA (ACGIH): 50ppm (208mg/m3)
Methyl methacrylate
(ACGIH): 100ppm (416mg/m3)
STEL
8.2 Exposure Controls:
8.2.1 Exposure Controls in the Work Place:
Local exhaust and general ventilation must be adequate to meet exposure limit(s).
8.2.2 Personal Protection Equipment
Respiratory Protection ?Ventilation, local exhaust. Use respirator protection with filter type A . For
longer, more intensive exposure in closed rooms, use breathing equipment
which is independent of the surrounding air.
Hand Protection ? Protective gloves must be regularly changed corresponding to the time
they are protected from rupture. Also apply industrial barrier cream.
Producers list the following rupture protection times:
Butyl rubber = 60-120 minutes.
Laminated = >480 minutes.
Eye Protection ? Use leak proof protective glasses. Keep eyewash available.
Body Protection ? Before work, apply a water soluble lipophobe body protection salve.
Wear antistatic, flame retardant protective clothing. Ensure work
clothing is stored separately, immediately change and clean dirty
clothing.
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8.2.3 General:
Adhere to normal practices when handling chemical products (do no eat, drink, or smoke when
working with them).
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
9.1 General Information:
Appearance:
Form: Fluid, middle viscosity
Colour: Blue violet, clear to cloudy
Smell: Strong methyl methacrylate smell
Data relating to safety
Information for the component methyl methacrylate:
pH-value Not applicable
-480C
Melt temperature: BS 523, 1964
100.30C
Boiling Point: DIN 51751
11.50C
Flash point: DIN 51755
4300C
Ignition temperature: DIN 51794
Lower explosion limit: 2.1 Vol.%
Upper explosion limit: 12.5 Vol.%
Vapour pressure at 200C: 38.7 mbar
Solubility in water at 200C: 15.9 g/l
Distribution coefficient (n-octanol/water): 1.38 log POW
Information for the preparation:
Density at 250C: 0.98 g/cm3 DIN 53217
Viscosity at 250C: 130-170 mPa*s DIN 53018
10. Stability and Reaction
10.1 General Information:
The formation of vapour/air mixture which can explode is possible. There is a tendency towards
strong exothermal polymerization when warming, and with contact to the materials which are to be
avoided. Danger of bursting in closed containers through pressure build up. The product is delivered
with sufficient stability, but if there is a suspicion of polymerization due to storage or handling which is
not appropriate, this process can be disrupted by mixing with stabilizers (e.g. Duracon 403) and
cooling the container.
10.2 Conditions to Avoid:
Temperatures of >250C, direct sunlight, low ventilation, sources of ignition in the area.
10.3 Material to Avoid:
Radical donators such as peroxides, amines, azoic compositions, heavy metal compositions, strong
oxidants and reducing agents.
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10.4 Hazardous Decomposition Products:
None expected when material properly handled and stored. For thermal decomposition see
Section 5.
11. Toxicological Information
11.1 Data from tests with this preparation are not available.
11.2 Literature gives the following information for the component methyl methacrylate:
Lethal dose LD50 (oral, rat) 7872 mg/kg
Lethal concentration LC50 (inhalation rat) 3750 ppm
11.3 For 2-ethylhexylacrylate the following is valid:
Lethal dose LD50 (oral, rat) 5660 mg/kg
The product has an irritating effect on the skin, eyes, mucosa and airways. The odour threshold
value of methyl methacrylate is 0.05 ppm. The comparatively relatively high OES value of 50 ppm
was determined in view of the odour annoyance. Sensitization is possible with contact to the skin.
Toxication or permanent damage through processing the product has not been previously known.
12. Ecological Information
12.1 Information on elimination (persistency and biodegradability):
Biologically readily biodegradable, OECD 301 C, 14 d, 94%
12.2 Reaction in the environmental compartment:
Air contamination leads to odour annoyance. Odour threshold value 0.05 ppm.
12.3 Ecotoxic effects, rating numbers for acute toxicity:
For methyl methacrylate: Against mammals: 1
Against fish: 3.5
Against bacteria: 4.0
For 2-ethylhexylacrylate: Against mammals: 1
Against fish: 4.6
Against bacteria: 4.9
12.4 Further information:
Ecotoxicological tests for the product are not available. The information given in point 12 refers to the
component methyl methacrylate and 2-ethylhexylacrylate.
13. Disposal Consideration
13.1 Material
Dispose of according to regulations by incineration in a special waste incinerator or landfill at a
permitted facility in accordance with local/national regulations. Remains from construction sites or
contaminated material can be mixed with Duracon reaction resins and cured with Duracon catalyst.
Completely hardened material can be disposed of as domestic waste after permission has been
granted by the responsible authorities.
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13.2 Disposal of used packaging and recommended cleaning agent
Once completely emptied of product, steel packaging, cleaned should be recycled through the local
recycler. Ethylacetate and acetone are suitable as cleaning agents.
14. Transport Information
14.1 Land Transport:
Road: Resin solution (Class: 3, GP II, HAZ CHEM 3W)
Rail: Resin solution (Class: 3, GP II, HAZ CHEM 3W)
14.2 Sea Transport: Resin solution (Class: 3.3, GP II, HAZ CHEM 3W) Marine pollutant.
14.3 Air Transport: Resin solution (Class: 3, GP II, HAZ CHEM 3W)
14.4 Postal and Courier Service: Can not be transported.
15. Regulatory Information
This product is hazardous.
16. Other Information
16.1 Full Text of R-Phrases Contained in Section 2:
R11 Highly flammable
R37/38 Irritating to respiratory system and skin
R43 May cause sensitization by skin contact
16.2 Full Text of S-Phrases Contained in Section 2:
S9 Keep container in a well ventilated place
S16 Keep away from sources of ignition ?No smoking
S24 Avoid contact with skin
S29 Do not empty into drains
S33 Take precautionary measures against static discharges.
S37 Wear suitable gloves
16.3 The information contained in this Data Sheet relates only to the specific material identified.
Equus Industries Ltd believes the information to be accurate and reliable as at the date of this
Data Sheet. No Warranty, Guarantee or representation is expressed or implied by the Company
as to the absolute correctness or completeness of any representation contained in this Data and
assumes no legal responsibility in connection therewith. It can not be assumed that all
acceptable safety measures are contained in this Data Sheet, or that additional measures may
not be required under particular or exceptional circumstances or conditions.
Equus Industries Ltd, Sheffield Street, Riverlands Industrial Estate, Blenheim, Marlborough, New Zealand
Telephone: +64 3 578 0214 Fax: +64 3 5780919 Email: admin@equus.co.nz Web: www.equus.co.nz
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