MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET CANPLAST CANADA, LTD.
4797, boul. Couture
Montreal, QC, Canada H1R 3H7
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE PRODUCT AND COMPANY Phone: (514) 327-9555
Fax: (514) 327-1582
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Product Name: HOTMELT ?GRANULAR AND CARTRIDGE E-mail: info@canplast.com
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2022 ?2031-2041 Black/Brown/Natural, White
2020 Natural, 2001 ?2024 Translucent
Company Name: CANPLAST INC.
4797 Boul. Courture
Montreal, Quebec H1R 3H7
Information or emergency: 514-327-9555
Date prepared: October 10, 2000 Prepared by: Allan Doyle
2. HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
Chemical Composition: EVA-based hotmelt adhesive
CAS# Concentration TLV PEL
Vinyl Acetate Monomer: 108-05-4 <1,000 PPM 10 10
3. PHYSICAL DATA
Form: Solid granular or cartridge at room temperature
Solubility: Insoluble
Boiling Point: Not applicable
Volatility: Negligible at room temperature
VOC < 10 g/l when heated at 200篊 (390篎)
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4. FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA 4797, boul. Couture
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Flash Point: > 204篊 (> 400篎) Phone: (514) 327-9555
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Fire And Explosion Hazard: Not known CANPLAST online
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Hazardous Combustion Products:
Combustion causes thick, black smoke containing acetic acid (irritant),
carbon monoxide (CO) and carbon dioxide. Inhalation of by-products
can cause severe inquiry to health.
Extinguishing media:
Carbon dioxide (CO2), powder, foam, water fog.
Special Fire Fighting Procedure
Respirators and eye protectors are required for fire-fighting personnel.
Do not use water to extinguish fire at temperatures above 204篊
(400篎) because material may foam and sputter.
5. REACTIVITY DATA
Stability:
Stable under normal conditions.
Conditions to avoid:
Temperatures above 220篊 (> 430篎) can cause polymer degradation
with time.
Material to avoid:
None known.
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Hazardous decomposition products when heated above 220篊 Phone: (514) 327-9555
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(430篎):
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Hazardous polymerization:
Will not occur.
6. HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Contact with hot products can cause burns. High temperatures can
generate vapors that irritate eyes and respiratory track.
Health hazards:
Not known
FIRST AD MEASURES
Inhalation:
In the event of contact with vapors or aerosols that are formed at high
temperatures, remove affected person from danger area while using
appropriate respiratory procedures. If breathing is irregular or has
stopped, use artificial respiration. Place affected person in resting
position and provide medical care immediately.
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Contact with skin: 4797, boul. Couture
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In the case of frequent and prolonged contact, wash affected skin Phone: (514) 327-9555
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areas with soap and water and rinse thoroughly. If the product is hot,
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eliminate the heat. Cover with clean cloth and provide promptly for
medical care. Do not attempt to remove substance or affected clothing
from skin since this can destroy some of the injured body tissue.
Contact with eyes
This product is an inert solid. If product enters the eye, remove in the
usual manner.
Swallowing
First aid is generally not needed.
7. SPILL AND LEAK PROCEDURE
Personal-related precautions:
Follow safety regulations and instructions in section 8.
Protection of the environment:
If rivers, lakes or sewage lines are contaminated, notify the authorities
in accordance with local regulations.
Cleaning/absorption procedure:
Gather substances mechanically and place in containers provided for
this purpose in accordance with local regulations.
Molten material
Allow to cool and solidify before removing it.
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8. SAFE HANDLING, STORAGE AND USE Phone: (514) 327-9555
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Handling: E-mail: info@canplast.com
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Avoid contact with eyes or skin. Do not inhale vapors or spray mist. Do
not eat, drink or smoke while working.
Storage:
Keep container tightly sealed. Reseal opened containers carefully and
store them in an upright position to prevent spills. Store in a dry and
cool area. Avoid temperatures above 50篊 (120 篎) to prevent material
from blocking.
Safety Measures:
Ensure proper ventilation. Air exhaust equipment is recommended.
Eye Protection:
Face protectors or safety glasses are recommended to shield against
splashing hot product.
Body protection
Wear arm protectors or long sleeves if there is a risk of contract with
hot substances.
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9. DATA ON WASTE DISPOSAL 4797, boul. Couture
Montreal, QC, Canada H1R 3H7
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Recommendation:
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Prevent product from entering the sewage system. Risk of clogging. E-mail: info@canplast.com
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Normally, after consultation with competent authorities, material can be
disposed of as commercial waste similar to household waste.
Empty containers:
Dispose empty containers in accordance with local regulations or use
again (if intended for multiple use).
10. OTHER INFORMATION
Transportation:
Not a hazardous product. Not regulated.
TSCA status:
All components are registered under the regulations of the toxic
substances control act.
SARA section 313 listed ingredients: vinyl acetate
monomer (108-05-4)
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Other: 4797, boul. Couture
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Hotmelt adhesives release vapors even when applied at prescribed Phone: (514) 327-9555
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temperatures. This often produces bad odors. Moreover, if prescribed
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periods, hazardous decomposition of the product may develop.
Therefore, measures are required to eliminates these vapors, e.g.
appropriate exhaust ventilation.
The information in this MSDS is based on the present state of our
knowledge. The users' working conditions are beyond our knowledge
and control. It is always the responsibility of the user to take all
necessary steps in order to respect local rules and regulations. The
information in this MSDS is meant as a description of the safety
requirements of our products. There may be others depending on type
of use.
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