FLEXITALLIC L.P.
Material Safety Data Sheet
No. FDP-009
REVISED: 2 February 2008
Contact Number 281-604-2400
GENERAL INFORMATION
Manufacturer:
Flexitallic L.P.
6915 Highway 225
Deer Park, Texas 77536
Common Name, Trade Name, or Specification:
Flexite Super Filled Spiral Wound Gasket DOT Hazard Code - N/A
1. HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS AND EXPOSURE LIMITS
Although several of the ingredients used to formulate this product may be hazardous in the raw
state, the manufacturing process results in a solid, infusible form, binding or otherwise rendering
the mixture inert. We have identified below those hazardous constituents present in quantities
greater than 1% (0.1% for carcinogens) that may be released from the product by overheating,
burning, machining, abrading, or riveting.
CAS
Component Number % OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV
1 mg/m3 1 mg/m3
Nickel 7440-02-0 <10
0.5 mg/m3 0.5 mg/m3
Chromium 7440-47-3 <15
10 mg/m3 10 mg/m3
Molybdenum 7439-98-7 <3
Rubber None <10 N/A N/A
0.1 mg/m3(respirable) 0.1 mg/m3 (resp)
Silica (Quartz) 14808-60-7 <5
2.5 mg/m3(respirable) 2.0 mg/m3 (resp)
Graphite 7782-42-5 <35
Acrylonitrile 107-13-1 <1 2 ppm 2 ppm
52 mg/m3 52 mg/m3
Butyl acrylate 141-32-2 <1
2. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Melting Point - None Solubility in water - Insoluble Odor -None
Color - Dark Grey Specific Gravity -2.0 - 2.5 Form - Solid
3. FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
Auto-ignition Temperature: This product is inherently flame resistent.
Flammable Limits in Air: % in Air by Volume: LEL: N/A UEL: N/A
Extinguisher Media: Carbon dioxide, chemical, or foam
Special Firefighting Procedure: Material in or near fires should be cooled with a water
spray or fog. A self-contained breathing apparatus, operating in the positive pressure
mode, and full fire fighting protective clothing should be worn for combative fires.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Thermal decomposition or combustion may
produce dense smoke, oxides of carbon, and low molecular weight organic compounds
whose composition has not been characterized.
4. PHYSICAL HAZARDS AND REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Stable at normal temperatures and storage conditions
Incompatibility: None
Hazardous Decomposition Products: None
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not polymerize. This product is fully cured in the
manufacturing process.
5. HEALTH HAZARDS
Carcinogenicity: NTP Listed IARC Listed NIOSH Listed OSHA Listed
Nickel Yes Yes* Yes No
Chromium No No No No
Molybdenum No No No No
Acrylonitrile Yes Yes** Yes Yes
Silica(Quartz) Yes Yes*** Yes No
No No No No
Butyl Acrylate
Graphite No No No No
Rubber No No No No
* IARC classifies nickel as "carcinogenic to humans." Group 1
** IARC classifies acrylonitrile as "probably carcinogenic to humans." Group 2A
*** IARC classifies quartz as "probably carcinogenic to humans." Group 2A
Symptoms and Effects of Exposure to the Individual Components:
CHROMIUM
Inhalation hazards - Acute: exposure may result in cough and irritation of the respiratory system.
Chronic: Prolonged exposure may cause histologic fibrosis of the lungs.
Other hazards - Poisonous by ingestion; may cause severe gastrointestinal irritation.
NICKEL
Inhalation hazards - Prolonged exposure may cause headache, vertigo, nausea, and vomiting, and may cause
reproductive problems. IARC classifies nickel as "carcinogenic to humans." (Group 1)
Other hazards - Acute contact exposure may cause allergic contact dermatitis, pulmonary asthma,
conjunctivitis, and inflammatory reactions around nickel-containing medical implants and prostheses.
Prolonged contact may cause substernal pain, cough, hyper-pnea, weakness, cyanosis, leukocytosis,
pneumonitis, convulsions, and delerium. Ingestion may produce gastroenteric irritation resulting in vomiting
, inflammation, and epigastric pain.
MOLYBDENUM
Inhalation hazards - Dust may cause irritation of nasal and respiratory passages.
Other hazards - Molybdenum may be aneye irritant. Ingestion may cause diarrhea, loss of weight, liver and
kidney damage.
RUBBER (POWDERED)
Inhalation hazards - May cause mild irritation of respiratory tract. Repeated and prolonged inhalation of
dust may lead to a benign pneumoconiosis. This condition may cause some lung function impairment but
is reversible with reduced exposure.
Other hazards - Eyes - may cause mild transient eye irritation.
SILICA DUST
Inhalation hazards - Acute: Exposure to silica dust may cause paroxysmal coughing, wheezing, dyspnea
and upper respiratory tract irritation. Chronic: Prolonged exposure to silica dust may cause silicosis.
Quartz has been classified by IARC as "probably carcinogenic to humans." (Group 2A)
Other hazards - Eye or skin contact can cause temporary discomfort and irritation.
GRAPHITE
Inhalation hazards - Acute: exposure may result in cough, dyspnea, black sputum, and fibrosis. Chronic:
Prolonged exposure may cause pneumoconiosis. It is reported that diseases of the respiratory and
cardiovascular system may be aggravated by exposure.
ACRYLONITRILE
Inhalation Hazards - Exposure to acrylonitrile may cause somnolence, general anesthesia, cyanosis, and
diarrhea. Symptoms include flushing of the face, salivation, irritation of the eyes and nose, photophobia,
deepened respiration, nausau, weakness, and headache. IARC classifies acrolynitrile as "probably
carcinogenic to humans." (Group 2A)
Other hazards - Acrolynitrile is a human systematic irritant and may be poisonous by skin absorption and
ingestion. Target organs include the liver, central nervous system, brain, kidneys, and cardiovascular
system.
BUTYL ACRYLATE (BUTYL-2-PROPENOATE)
Inhalation hazards - Should be considered moderately toxic. May cause irritation of the nose and throat.
Other hazards - May cause dermatitis by contact, and can cause irritation of the eyes.
6. FIRST AID
Inhalation: Move to fresh air. Obtain medical attention.
Eyes: Flush with water to remove particulate. Obtain medical attention.
Skin: Wash thoroughly with soap and water. If persistent irritation develops, obtain
medical attention.
Ingestion: Obtain medical attention.
7. SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS AND SPILL / LEAK PROCEDURES
Handling and Storage : Shipping and storage may result in accumulation of dust in
shipping containers. If this occurs, dispose of the container in an airtight
polyethylene bag (see disposal instructions below) or remove dust by vacuuming or
wet mopping. Vacuums used for this purpose should be equipped with HEPA
filters. Do not use compressed air to blow dust from storage containers.
Release or Spill : If a release of dust occurs during machining, abrading, or riveting,
remove dust by vacuuming or wet mopping. Vacuums used for this purpose
should be equipped with HEPA filters. Do not use compressed air to blow dust
from the workplace.
Waste Disposal : Disposal of solid waste is regulated by federal and state law. Waste
should be placed in airtight containers, and disposed of properly. Contact local
regulatory agency for guidance.
8. PERSONAL PROTECTION AND CONTROL
Respiratory Protection : Use NIOSH-approved respirator if exposure to dust, vapors, or
fumes in concentrations exceeding PEL's or TLV's is possible. (See 29 CFR
1910.134 for respiratory protection standards)
Ventilation : Any operations which may produce dust, including machining, grinding,
riveting, or abrading of this product, should be adequately exhausted to prevent
inhalation of dust.
Personal Protective Equipment : Suitable respiratory protection should be worn if dust
exposure is possible. All regulations and safe practices related to the use of
respiratory protection must be observed. Refer to OSHA standards and NIOSH
guidelines. If skin irritation occurs, gloves and other protective garments may be
worn.
The information and recommendations set forth herein are taken from sources believed to be
accurate as of the date of revision. Flexitallic, Inc. makes no warranty with respect to the
accuracy of the information or the suitability of the recommendations, and assumes no liability,
including direct, incidental or consequential damages for any reliance thereon.
This MSDS should not be used as a complete or accurate summary of the content of the
product. For specific information on brand names, manufacturer's, or quantities, please
refer to specific product specification documents where available.
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