Revised: 11/01/06
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Cellulose Acetate Propionate Plastic Pellets
CAP
SECTION I
Chemical Product & Company
Product Name: Cellulose Acetate Propionate Plastic Pellets
Chemical Name: N/A
Formula / Product: Various Formulations
Synonym(s) CAP
Manufacturer: Rotuba Extruders, Inc.
1401 Park Avenue South
Linden, NJ 07036-1698 (USA)
For Information: Call (908) 486-1000, EST Monday through Friday
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Information Date: 10/16/96
Molecular Weight: N/A
Product Use: Plastic
SECTION II
Product Component Data
Components Approx. Weight % CAS Registry #
Cellulose Acetate > 60 9004-39-1
Propionate
Bis(2-ethylhexyl) adipate < 20 103-23-1
Colorants / Additives < 20 Proprietary
(This is a general range of formulations. Specific certificates of analysis are available upon request.)
SECTION III
Hazards Identification
HMIS?Hazard Rating: Health ?1, Flammability ?1, Chemical Reactivity ?0
Product is in solid pellet form. Processing by user will require melting at high temperatures, thereby exposing
workers to potential thermal burns. Appropriate PPE is recommended.
Revision date: 2/1/06 Rotuba Extruders, Inc.
Cellulose Acetate Plastic Pellets MSDS 1401 Park Avenue South
Page 1 of 3 Linden, NJ 07036
Tel (908) 486-1000
Fax (908) 486-0874
Custom Compounders and Extruders info@rotuba.com
www.rotuba.com
SECTION IV
First-Aid Measures
If symptomatic, move to fresh air. Get medical attention if symptoms persist.
Inhalation:
Solid particles may scratch the eye.
Eyes:
If molten materials contact the eye, immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
Get medical attention immediately.
If burned by molten material, cool as quickly as possible. Do not remove or peel material from the
Skin:
skin. Get medical attention.
Ingestion of plastic pellets should be directed to a medical practitioner for advice.
Ingestion:
Burns should be treated as thermal burns.
Note to Physicians:
SECTION V
Fire Fighting Measures
Not applicable, combustible solid
Flash Point:
Not applicable.
Lower and Upper Explosive Limit:
Water spray or dry chemical.
Extinguishing Media:
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing.
Special Fire Fighting Procedure:
None.
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards:
SECTION VI
Accidental Release
Sweep or scoop up and remove any spilled pellets. Collect and contain for salvage or disposal. Observe all Federal,
State, and local laws concerning health and environment.
SECTION VII
Handling & Storage
Keep container closed.
Storage:
Avoid contact with molten material. Avoid prolonged breathing of vapor
Personal Precautionary Measures:
from heated material. Process with only adequate ventilation.
SECTION VIII
Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Good general ventilation. Ventilation rates should be matched to the conditions. Use process
Ventilation:
enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to maintain airborne levels below recommended
exposure limits.
If engineering controls do not maintain airborne concentrations below
Respiratory Protection:
recommended exposure limits, an approved respirator must be worn.
Eye Protection: Wear a face shield or approved safety glasses when working with molten materials.
Skin Protection: Wear gloves and long sleeves to protect against thermal burns when material is heated.
SECTION IX
Physical and Chemical Data
Revision date: 2/1/06 Rotuba Extruders, Inc.
Cellulose Acetate Plastic Pellets MSDS 1401 Park Avenue South
Page 2 of 3 Linden, NJ 07036
Tel (908) 486-1000
Fax (908) 486-0874
Custom Compounders and Extruders info@rotuba.com
www.rotuba.com
Solid Pellet
Physical Form
Varies with formulation
Color
slight
Odor
>1
Specific Gravity
N/A
Vapor Pressure
Negligible
Solubility in Water
N/A
pH
N/A, combustible solid
Flash Point
SECTION X
Stability & Reactivity
Stability: Stable
Incompatibility: Material can react with strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide.
SECTION XI
Toxicological Information
Toxicity data is not available for this product.
No ingredients or components contained within this product at greater than 0.1% is classified as carcinogenic.
SECTION XII
Ecological Information
This material has not been tested for environmental effects.
Revision date: 2/1/06 Rotuba Extruders, Inc.
Cellulose Acetate Plastic Pellets MSDS 1401 Park Avenue South
Page 3 of 3 Linden, NJ 07036
Tel (908) 486-1000
Fax (908) 486-0874
Custom Compounders and Extruders info@rotuba.com
www.rotuba.com
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